Josh White – Stories Vol. II - Vinyl LP Record (VG-) (minus)

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Josh White – Stories Vol. II

Josh White’s Stories Vol. II continues the deeply personal, socially conscious folk-blues approach that made him one of the most important acoustic storytellers of the mid-20th century. Originally issued on ABC-Paramount, this second volume blends traditional blues material, spirituals, narrative ballads and White’s distinctive reinterpretations of American roots songs. His smooth yet expressive vocal delivery, paired with restrained acoustic guitar work, gives the album an intimate “front-porch” feel while still addressing themes of hardship, injustice, love and perseverance.

Unlike the raw Delta style, White’s performances are polished and deliberate, reflecting his crossover appeal to urban folk audiences of the 1950s and 1960s. This volume includes narrative pieces such as “The Grey Goose,” blues standards like “Good Morning Blues,” and socially reflective material that underscores why White was often referred to as the “Daddy of the folk singers.” The album stands as a strong example of transitional American folk-blues bridging traditional blues and the emerging folk revival movement.

Genre:
Folk Blues / Acoustic Blues / Traditional Folk

Track Listing

Side One:

1. Good Morning Blues

2. The Grey Goose

3. You Won’t Let Me Go

4. Don’t Smoke in Bed

5. Trouble

6. Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child

Side Two:

1. Two Little Fishes and Five Loaves of Bread

2. I Know Moonlight

3. Red River

4. High & Low

5. Fine and Mellow

6. Strange Fruit