Negro Folk Music of Alabama, Vol. 4: Rich Amerson--2

Rich Amerson

American folklorist Harold Courlander compiled this series (Negro Folk Music of Alabama) from the recordings he made in rural Alabama in 1950. The album is an attempt to counter the stereotypes of black music that were popular in America during the middle of the 20th century. This fourth volume, album 2, presents traditional spirituals and newer gospel songs (plus one story), often displaying the traditional call-and-response singing pattern. Although Rich Amerson takes the lead, his sister, Earthy Anne Coleman, is consistently present in a supporting role.

Liner notes include an explanation of the various influences that helped shape African American music, as well as a brief biography of Rich Amerson and song lyrics.

Track Listing

101	Animals In Church	Rich Amerson	3:32
102	King David	Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	4:51
103	Israelites Shouting	Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	4:16
104	Didn't You Hear	Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	3:35
105	When You Feel Like Moaning	Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	2:47
106	Death Have Mercy	Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	3:23
201	It's Getting Late in the Evening	Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	5:26
202	Lord I'm Waiting on You	Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	3:36
203	Job Job	Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	6:34
204	Come On Up to Bright Glory	Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	1:56
205	This May Be Your Last Time	Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	5:07