Gillian Welch & David Rawlings - "Time (The Revelator)"
“Time (The Revelator)” is my favorite Gillian Welch & David Rawlings song, and one of the most haunting songs I’ve heard. It's the perfect empty house, dark night song, but it has plenty of competition from other Welch & Rawlings songs . . . they’ve found a difficult way into simplicity that’s simply magnificent.
Can I get a witness?
Bookshelf:
I’m still reading Littlefoot, by Charles Wright. I’m taking my time, as it’s a wonderful book. He’s weaving all his favorite moves into one sprawling, glorious mess. If you’ve ever liked his work, you’ll be happy to read it.
It’s also a great read with Welch and Rawlings playing . . .
posted by John Gallaher @ 4:57 AM
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I'll be a witness, John. "Time" is a great, great song. I've always been partial to "Caleb Meyer" and "Tear My Stillhouse Down". Or, "One More Dollar". But I guess I'll stop now.
Welch's voice is an original. Don't know if you've ever heard them live, but they're great. Rawlings is a wonderful guitarist.
She sounds a bit like Natalie Merchant, of who I am a big fan.
I've seen them several times live, but I got to see them again the last time they were in Asheville (at the Orange Peel). It was one of the best shows I've seen in a very, very long time. Glad you're a fan, too!
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