A no-frills collection of traditional tunes, "Black Mountain Rag" showcases Watson's signature flatpicking style on guitar, a sound that would influence generations of acoustic musicians. The album serves as a concise, yet potent, reminder of his deep connection to the Appalachian musical tradition.
- This album was released on September 19, 2006, by Rounder Records.
- The track "Black Mountain Rag" is a well-known fiddle tune, often played in G, that Watson frequently performed throughout his career.
- Watson, despite his blindness from an early age, became one of the most respected instrumentalists in American music.
Arthel "Doc" Watson (1923-2012) was an American singer-songwriter and guitarist from Deep Gap, North Carolina, known for his flatpicking skills and extensive repertoire of folk, country, and blues music. He achieved significant acclaim later in his career, earning multiple Grammy Awards and becoming a celebrated figure in American roots music.
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