Tyler Childers’ Surprise Album “Long Violent History” Addresses Systemic Racism
Kentucky bluegrass Artist Tyler Childers dropped an unexpected album today alongside a five minute video with a message to his fans. The YouTube video asks his fans, in particular those of Appalachian decent to empathize with what is happening in todays society.
“Long Violent History” is a collection of fiddle focused songs and a very powerful message. The album includes nine songs and celebrates Appalachian music with it’s traditional instrumental sounds featuring banjo, fiddle, mandolin, bass, cello, bass, and of course, stone mason jug.
“Long Violent History” Trackslist:
- Send in the Clowns
- Zollie’s Retreat
- Squirrel Hunter
- Sludge River Stomp
- Midnight on the Water
- Camp Chase
- Jenny Lynn
- Bonaparte’s Retreat
>> Listen to Tyler Childers Long Violent History Here.
Childers selected a band that was able to achieve a timeless bluegrass mountain pickin’ sound one that would be heard over 100 years ago. The band features Dom Flemons (Grammy Winner), Chloe Edmonstone, Jesse Wells. John Haywood, Andrew Marlin, Josh Oliver, Cecilia Wright, John R. Miller, Jenny Lynn, and “Big Head Joe.”
The album closes with “Long Violent History” where Childers’ asks Kentuckians to feel for those in their situation of what is currently taking place in the world, asking them to put themselves in the same situation.
Although the surprise release features/focuses on fun bluegrass folk-y characteristics, it is also one that leans more towards a serious politics tone, expressing our current environment. This really shines through in “Long Violent History.”
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Importantly, 100% of the net profits of the album benefit the Hickman Holler Appalachian Relief Fund.
The new album “Long Violent History” is out now. 100% of the net profits from this album will benefit the Hickman Holler Appalachian Relief Fund. https://t.co/WsRa31D680
— Tyler Childers (@TTChilders) September 18, 2020
The Hickman Holler Appalachian Relief Fund was established in 2020 by Senora May and Tyler Childers to bring awareness and financial support for philanthropic efforts in the Appalachian Region.
