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	1.	Closing Town 03:22
	2.	WSM (650) 04:36
	3.	Tennessee Valley Authority 03:05
	4.	Wichita Central 05:33
	5.	Sightseeing 02:05
	6.	Bacon in the Skillet 02:34
	7.	Brings My Tears 03:54
	8.	Stella Mae 03:25
	9.	The Legend of Old 99 05:42
	10.	Butterwheel 01:17
	11.	Song for John Hartford 08:33
	12.	I Shall Be Released 04:38
	13.	There's A Light 03:38

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This reissue of self-titled breakout debut from Raleigh, NC's Chatham County Line marks the formation of one of acoustic music's strongest torch bearers. Chatham County Line is a document of the band in its original line-up and in the first stage of its significant album to album evolution, culminating in its most recent album IV. This first album finds the band in a more straightforward bluegrass mood, showcasing their stunning instrumentalism and the sharpening of their renowned harmonies. The album sees the quartet honing their craft on the traditional bluegrass instruments - mandolin, fiddle, banjo and acoustic guitar - and "one mic" live performance style that has become their trademark. Gifted singer-songwriter Dave Wilson's distinctive vocals and breathtaking songs drive the band's originality and unmistakable soulfulness. At the time of this recording Dave Wilson and fiddle/mandolin virtuoso John Teer were still splitting their time between commitments. Wilson was moonlighting as a member of Tift Merritt's backing band The Carbines and Teer was lead guitarist for country artist Thad Cockrell. Chandler Holt plays a custom Neckville banjo. He is as solid a five-string picker as they come, employing the three-finger style that originated in North Carolina and later popularized by Earl Scruggs. His Scruggs-style instrumentals and smoking banjo breaks are still a high point of CCL's live shows. Chatham County Line also features original bassist Ned Durant, on double (or "doghouse") bass. Durant not only drives the band rhythmically but also completes its characteristic three-part vocal harmonies. Bassist and multi-instrumentalist Greg Readling replaced Durant on later albums.Recorded with renowned producer Chris Stamey, Chatham County Line's debut self-titled album, now reissued on Yep Roc, is a meaty debut by a new generation of pickers who have updated and refreshed a quintessentially American musical style, making their mark on 21st century music in the process.

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released January 6, 2009

2003, 2003 Bonfire Records

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Chatham County Line Raleigh, North Carolina

Strange Fascination marks a turning point in CCL's steady growth and evolution. It's the final release with co-founding banjo player Chandler Holt, the first line-up change since 2001, and the first w/ drums on all songs.

The core — Dave Wilson (guitar/vocals), John Teer (mandolin/fiddle/vocals), and Greg Readling (bass/pedal steel/piano)—now add percussion to its line-up - Dan Hall on drums. ... more

shows

Apr 25

Wilkes Community College

Wilkesboro, NC
May 8

Bijou Theatre

Knoxville, TN
May 16

Mississippi Studios

Portland, OR
May 17

Sunset Tavern

Seattle, WA
May 18

Trout Lake Hall

White Salmon, WA
May 19

Volcanic Theatre Pub

Bend, OR
May 22

The Dip

Redding, CA
May 24

Chico Women's Club

Chico, CA
May 25

Freight & Salvage

Berkeley, CA
Jun 1

Two Rivers Mansion

Nashville, TN
Jun 21

Town Park

Telluride, CO
Sep 19

Highland Festival Grounds at Kentucky Exposition Center

Louisville, KY

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