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Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley

Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley
Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley Clarence "Tom" Ashley's musical life began at home, with the family, but soon expanded to include the medicine show circuit. Popular among rural listeners, Ashley's playing didn't gain a wider audience until 1960, when he met folk music scholar Ralph Rinzler at the Galax Fiddlers' Convention. This album presents fourteen songs from Ashley's repertoire.

Track Listing

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Can I Sleep In Your Barn Tonight, Mister? Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley 03:22
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Rude and Rambling Man Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley 02:38
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Whoa Mule Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley 02:43
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Faded Roses Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley 03:02
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Shout Little Lulu Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley 01:16
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House Carpenter Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley 04:40
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I'm the Man that Rode the Mule Around the World Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley 02:37
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Wild Bill Jones Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley 02:31
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The Little Old Log Cabin in the Lane Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley 04:15
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Cluck Old Hen Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley 02:18
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Frankie Silvers Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley 03:18
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The Prisoner's Song Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley 03:09
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Hard Luck Blues Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley 05:47
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Little Hillside Clarence Ashley and Tex Isley 02:53