And so, sadly (for me, anyway) we come to the end of our series dedicated to the intuitive genius of Harry Smith.

I sincerely hope that the importance of appreciating this old-time music, as well as Smith’s astounding compilation skills, came through for you listeners who were dedicated enough to stick with us - not only for the song’s face value but for the eventual impact that these songs had on the development of music culture as we know it today.

This collection was a small miracle that knocked the world back into an awareness of recognizing the value of our musical past, and it was a pure pleasure for me to share it with you.

Next show, it will be time for something completely different, but meanwhile…

Featured songs include:

Wreck of the Tennessee Gravy Train – Uncle Dave Macon

Governor Al Smith – Uncle Dave Macon

Milk Cow Blues – John Estes

No Depression in Heaven – The Carter Family

I’ll Be Rested (When the Roll Is Called) – Roosevelt Graves and Brother

He’s in the Ring (Doing the Same Old Thing) – Memphis Minnie

The Cockeyed World – Minnie Wallace

Barbecue Bust- Mississippi Jook Band

Dans Is Grand Bois (In the Forest) – Hackberry Ramblers

Ace’s Breakdown – The Four Aces