Official album cover artwork for Songs From the Southern Mountains by The Doc Watson Family

The Doc Watson Family

Songs From the Southern Mountains

RELEASED: January 01, 1994
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Rye Cove 2:22 2. Twilight Is Stealing 2:28 3. Fisher's Hornpipe 1:05 4. Anniversary Blue Yodel (Blue Yodel #7) 2:11 5. A Tiny Broken Heart 3:04 6. Honey Babe Blues 2:30 7. Brown's Dream 1:49 8. When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder 3:21 9. My Little Woman, You're So Sweet 2:23 10. Will My Mother Know Me There 3:34 11. Go Shoot Old Davey Dugger 1:36 12. My Wandering Boy 3:08 13. Somebody Touched Me 2:13 14. Grandfather's Clock 2:59 15. Lonely Tombs 3:06 16. Just a Friend 3:21
Songs From the Southern Mountains is a celebrated album that showcases the rich heritage of Appalachian music through the lens of The Doc Watson Family. The album features a blend of traditional folk songs and original compositions, highlighting the family's deep-rooted connection to the Southern Appalachian culture. The harmonies and instrumentation reflect the authenticity of mountain music, with Doc Watson's virtuosic guitar playing and warm vocals at the forefront. This album is not only a tribute to the music of the region but also serves as a historical document, preserving the sounds and stories of Southern mountains for future generations.