Arlen Roth is a Grammy nominee with countless albums to his name spanning decades of work. Roth is considered to be one of the most influential guitarists of all time with high honors and recognition in this area. Arlen Roth has a new album titled ‘Blues Grass’ that is roots music and Americana at its finest.
We kick off with “I’ll Fly Away” that is a very catchy tune and a fun-filled jam from start to finish. With striking vocals and enticing music, “I’ll Fly Away” will get you excited! Next, we jump “In The Pines” where a slowed-down tempo is draggin’ along at just the right speed. There is fine playing here and an excellent set overall making “In The Pines” a real hit and hole-in-one song. Track three, “Rank Strangers”, offers a peaceful harmony that will connect with a large group of people. Arlen Roth delivers a powerful performance on “Rank Strangers” that proves to have all the winning elements. Next, we have a flavorful number that proves to be the ultimate feel-good song for the ages with “A Good Woman’s Love”. The listener will receive stellar instrumentation from top to bottom on the following song titled “I Am A Pilgrim”. Arlen Roth nails it from all angles on “Nine Pound Hammer” where a cool vibe is detected. “Nine Pound Hammer” is rollin’ along perfectly with just the right groove in place. Track seven, “Those Memories Of You”, supplies a wonderful melody that vocally & musically shines. “Those Memories Of You” draws you in and doesn’t let go, so sit back, relax and enjoy! The audience receives a tender feel next that is a bit melancholy on “Bury Me Beneath The Willow”. With emotional notes ‘n’ chords and heartfelt lyrics ‘n’ vocals, “Bury Me Beneath The Willow” has soulfulness and sadness that is played to perfectly. Arlen is “Sittin’ On Top Of The World” where he is in the zone and playing like a champ. “Sittin’ On Top Of The World” is full of life with a vibrant sound that makes you feel good from head to toe. Arlen is cookin’ up one appetizing song with “The Little Girl and the Dreadful Snake” that is perfectly seasoned and has all the right ingredients. Arlen Roth is diggin’ deep with rich material on the following number titled “Ruby Are You Mad At Your Man”. The music is coming straight from the soul on “Ruby Are You Mad At Your Man” with a real rootsy sound that can’t be beat. Arlen Roth ends on a high note with “Angel Band” where he gives a soul-stirring performance that is spiritually uplifting.
Arlen Roth is an accomplished musician, author and teacher and he has performed and recorded with such notable acts as Simon and Garfunkel, Bob Dylan, John Prine, and The Bee Gees just to name a few. Arlen was included in the “Top 50 Acoustic Guitarists of All Time” by Gibson.com and in the “Top 100 Most Influential Guitarists of All Time” by Vintage Guitar Magazine. With this rich history, Arlen Roth has created new music that will connect with listeners worldwide. Arlen is joined by The Rank and File Band along with his daughter Lexie who adds vocals to a number of the tracks and guest Jimmy Vivino lends his amazing talents to “Ruby Are You Mad at Your Man”. Arlen Roth looks to bring plenty of joy into people’s lives with ‘Blues Grass’ as masterful musicianship will captivate audiences everywhere!
By Jimmy Rae