Viridian

So many fine artists get lost or shortchanged because the powers-that-be feel the need to file all artists within narrowly defined categories. Are The Greencards a Bluegrass band? A Country band? A Folk band? How about Americana? (whatever that is) As you search the music racks around the U.S. you'll find them filed under all of these labels. Whatever kind of music you feel is your "style" go and buy this CD. Two Aussies, a Brit and (recently added) a young guitar phenom from Atlanta make up the best band to come along in a long while. Comparisons are drawn between The Greencards and several current groups but they truly defy comparison and categorization. Buy Viridian and you'll also want their previous two. Then go see them live. They tour nationwide.

Anyone who is a fan of bluegrass or the Greencards should consider this a "must have" CD. There is no wonder the group is up for a Grammy award for their efforts on this album. Those of us who have seen them during the last few years at various bluegrass venues know what a dynamic group they are. They blend their superior individual talents to produce a unique sound and engaging performance. They stole the show! Having purchased their prior CDs and enjoyed them all, I can clearly say this is their best effort yet. If you like bluegrass ... just buy it!

Love 'um!

I heard a cut from this group listening to Pandora. Liked the cut, checked out the group on Itunes and then bought Viridian. Love the entire disc.

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Playing Time - 44:04 -- Warm, comforting and as smooth as suede, "Viridian" has shimmering music that is like rays of sunlight reflecting from a serene lake on a breezy summer day. From Australia and Great Britain, the spunky trio that now makes their home in Nashville (via Austin, Tx.) previously released two albums and toured with Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson in the 2000s. More than emerging troubadours, the mysterious and fascinating Greencards have arrived with an electrifying neotraditional alt-folk sound. They used to be more rooted in bluegrass, but their music is evolving into their very own sumptuous contemporary Americana styling. Perhaps that is why they call the album "Viridian," a durable bluish-green pigment. Because the trio has endured, they also display added cohesion these days.Nominated by CMA Australia for "Best Female Vocalist," Carol Young has a torchy voice with seductive charm. She also plays electric bass. "River of Sand" and "I Don't Want To Lose You" are mesmerizing and crowning moments on this album. From Adelaide, Kym Warner has won four consecutive Australian mandolin championships from 1994-1997. He also plays bouzouki on this project. Warner's "All The Way From Italy" documents his family's emigration from Italy to Australia. From London, red-headed fiddler Eamon McLoughlin was classically trained at London's Royal School of Music and has toured with the Austin Lounge Lizards. McLoughlin based "When I Was In Love With You" on a English poem by A.E. Housman, and the song melds punk-era simplicity with the magic of classic folk traditionalism. Capturing their band's lineage and inspirations, original instrumentals "Su Prabhat" and "Mucky the Duck" trace roots and evolution of their band's signature sound through Celtic, old-time and newgrass genealogy.Growing up on American roots music from Lefty to Loretta, these exuberant young folks decided to follow their muse to the U.S. where they have been able to further develop and harness the melodies, lyrics, harmony, dissonance and spirit that just needed an outlet for release. The band is joined by guests Doug Lancio, Bryan Sutton, Larry Attamanuik, Jedd Hughes, Andrea Zonn, and Viktor Krauss. Chris Carmichael arranged the string quartet.The Greencards' music is delirious fun .... bright, brisk and full of brilliant musical vignettes. Their stirring original material is smart and introspective. Memories and emotions are interwoven with fantasies, observations, and interludes. Written by Kym Warner and Jerry Salley, "Lonesome Side of Town" shows that they haven't forgotten the rules and sideboards of straight-ahead bluegrass. "Shinin' in the Dark" is another from both writers. The songcrafting of "Who Knows" included collaboration with Ronnie Bowman, and that number with a jamgrass groove asks a poignant question about what tomorrow holds. A hint is that "in harmony we find the answer." While always tasteful, drummer Larry Attamanuik's beat could've been toned down a few decibels in the mix. With music that is rehearsed, flowing and expertly produced. The Greencards are carving out their own niche among listeners who enjoy a hybrid of styles and the fusion of classic folk balladry with a bluegrass consciousness. (Joe Ross, staff writer, Bluegrass Now)

Another solid album from this young and talented group. Delicate vocals with matched harmonies, driving bluegrass coupled with Americana roots folk music. The Greencards continue to evolve and attract new audiences, but this CD will continue to satisfy their dedicated fans around the globe. Hard to pick a favorite, but rest assured, you might find it eventually, but in the meantime keep listening to this great CD in its entirity...it's hard to imagine that anyone could get tired of listening to this CD over and over.

If anyone needs proof that two Aussies and a Pom can play great bluegrass just listen to The Greencards. While Movin' On and Weather & Water are great albums Viridian takes them to another level. The playing is superb, the songwriting terrific and Carol Young's voice is to die for.

テキサスで結成、ナッシュビルを活動拠点とする、典型的なカントリーアーチストであり、またプログレッシブ・ブルーグラスと呼ばれるジャンルに特化した高レベルな演奏と歌唱を提供する独特の味をもつグループです。このアルバムは先の3アルバムから移籍後のもので、原点回帰が覗われる良い作品です。そしてレビュータイトルで特に強調したかったのは、（ノーマルCDなのに）これぞハイレゾ、と思わせる分解能の良い録音・演奏・音作りの技術が並はずれていることです。難しいことを考えなくても、聴けばとんでもなく良い音のCDであることは誰にでも理解できると思います。ハイレゾのこの時代になり、おそらくこれから再認識され、人気が再度高まるのではないかと思います。このCDの曲は3作目で少し流れを変えそうになった彼らが本来あるべき姿を取り戻したかのようなブルーグラスサウンドが心地よい、そして癒される名曲ぞろいです。