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

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	03:32
102	King David Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	04:51
103	Israelites Shouting Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	04:16
104	Didn't You Hear Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	03:35
105	When You Feel Like Moaning Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	02:47
106	Death Have Mercy Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	03:23
201	It's Getting Late in the Evening Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	05:26
202	Lord I'm Waiting on You Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	03:36
203	Job Job Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	06:34
204	Come on up to Bright Glory Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	01:56
205	This May Be Your Last Time Rich Amerson and Earthy Anne Coleman	05:07