Railroad Earth: Epic

I got to go see Railroad Earth again for the second time at the Whitney Chapel in Hackettstown, NJ. For those who don't know, Railroad Earth is a bluegrass band out of Stillwater, New Jersey and by far one of my favorite bands I've ever heard. A show like this is impossible to deny the terms "immaculate" and "epic."

I sadly forgot to bring paper to write the set list down. A few of the songs played were (in no particular order):

-Storms
-Mighty River
-Dandelion Wine
-Reuben's Train
-Elko
-Old Man and The Land
-Railroad Earth (self-titled song)
-Sing For Me

Along with several others. I didn't know any of the instrumental songs, but they were all very impressive either way. I've never seen such a dynamic band. When you watch one of the members play five different instruments in one night, well, you're just impressed. I've also never seen a band where basically everyone can sing. Johnny Grub, the bassist didn't, but everyone else did, including the drummer. It was incredibly lovely to listen to. I can tell you that it can easily make any hard times lighter and easier to handle.

All I can tell you is that if you get the chance, go see Railroad Earth. Even if you think you don't like bluegrass, just keep an open mind and go check out the show. Last year I didn't think I liked bluegrass either until I saw Railroad Earth. They will change your perspective entirely.

"Sing me those hymns we sang together
In that plain little church
Where the benches are warm
How dear to my heart, how precious the moment
We stood side by side singing a song"
-Railroad Earth: Sing For Me

Later folks.

Oh by the way, thanks to John for hooking me up with this link!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/kyrion/sets/72157594391394289/detail/



I had taken a few photos with my phone, but obviously it's not always an easy task to get the pictures off your phone for free, and they look like crap anyway, so here's some real nice photos from the show. Awesome stuff!