album · March 31, 2023

Common Nation of Sorrow

Rachel Baiman

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Signature SoundsSee this day

folkamericanasinger-songwriter

On "Common Nation of Sorrow," Baiman delivers a set of topical songs with a sharp, searching focus. Her fiddle playing is as virtuosic as ever, but the lyrical content is the main event here.

• The album was produced by Alex Bingham, with contributions from artists like Molly Tuttle and Christian Sedelmyer. It was recorded at The Sound Emporium in Nashville, Tennessee. The album received positive reviews from critics, who praised Baiman's songwriting and musicianship.
• The album was released on March 31, 2023, by Signature Sounds. It features a blend of folk, americana, and singer-songwriter elements. Baiman's political and social observations are central to the album's themes.
• The album's title track, "Common Nation of Sorrow," addresses themes of collective grief and resilience in the face of hardship. Baiman's clear, direct vocal delivery suits the album's serious subject matter. The release was accompanied by a music video for the title track.

Rachel Baiman is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter and fiddler with a background in bluegrass and old-time music. She was a member of the Austin, Texas-based folk ensemble the Deadly Gentlemen before embarking on a solo career.