Gillian Welch & David Rawlings - Woodland (2024)
Woodland marks Gillian Welch and David Rawlings' first album of original material since 2017, showcasing their signature blend of minimalist folk and intricate guitar work. Recorded at their Nashville studio (rebuilt after a tornado in 2020), the album explores themes of loss, resilience, and the passage of time. Tracks like “Empty Trainload of Sky” and “What We Had” reflect on emotional standstills, while "The Day The Mississippi Died" and "Here Stands A Woman" delve into environmental and personal loss. Despite the fuller instrumentation—featuring strings, pedal steel, and drums—the duo retains their intimate, stripped-back sound, creating a record that feels deeply personal and reflective(UNCUT)(Americana Highways).
Genre: Americana
Country: US
Final Verdict: 64% (Good Album)
Yearly Ranking: 286th / 648
Highlight: What We Had
Made me think of:
Emmylou Harris
John Prine
Alison Krauss
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