Clinton Davis’ debut solo CD "If I Live and I Don't Get Killed" from Tiki Parlour Recordings is the ultimate old-time musical ambrosia, showcasing his mastery of traditional guitar, banjo, piano, ukelele, harmonica, fiddle, and singing. The package showcases informative liner notes by Clinton and dazzling artwork from Howard Rains.
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Clinton Davis is a long time Deering banjo artist, and with good reason. Clinton’s playing style is simply sublime, channeling the traditions of the clawhammer style, while adding just enough of a twist to make it his own. Meanwhile, his distinctive voice soars, taking you on a vivid journey through the vastness of the United States and beyond. He is a true gem to listen to and we are honored to work with him. -Deering Banjos
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No Depression calls his music “a joyous and soulful restoration of one of the lost treasures of American musical tradition.”
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Clinton Davis has it all. It is hard enough to find a great traditional fingerstyle guitarist but how about one who is also a master of old-time fiddle, boogie piano and downhome banjo. Clinton is a master of all these instruments plus he is a wonderful singer. He is carrying on the traditional music torch of Mike Seeger.
– Stefan Grossman
01 Old East Virginia
02 The Mineola Rag
03 Curly Headed Woman
04 Old Louisiana Blues
05 The Original Jelly Roll Blues
06 Boat Song March
07 The Wild Horse
08 Flowery Girls
09 The Lily Of The West
10 The Blackberry Waltz
11 Charleston #1
12 Marching Jaybird
13 Guitar Blues
14 I am a Man of Constant Sorrow
15 Cowboy Waltz
16 All Night Long
Clinton Davis’ debut solo CD "If I Live and I Don't Get Killed" from Tiki Parlour Recordings is the ultimate old-time musical ambrosia, showcasing his mastery of traditional guitar, banjo, piano, ukelele, harmonica, fiddle, and singing. The package showcases informative liner notes by Clinton and dazzling artwork from Howard Rains.
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"Clinton Davis is a long time Deering banjo artist, and with good reason. Clinton’s playing style is simply sublime, channeling the traditions of the clawhammer style, while adding just enough of a twist to make it his own. Meanwhile, his distinctive voice soars, taking you on a vivid journey through the vastness of the United States and beyond. He is a true gem to listen to and we are honored to work with him."
-Deering Banjos
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"Clinton Davis has it all. It is hard enough to find a great traditional fingerstyle guitarist but how about one who is also a master of old-time fiddle, boogie piano and downhome banjo. Clinton is a master of all these instruments plus he is a wonderful singer. He is carrying on the traditional music torch of Mike Seeger."
– Stefan Grossman
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released August 15, 2021
Album artwork: Howard Rains
Mastering: Joseph DeJarnette, 808a Studios
supported by 5 fans who also own “If I Live And I Don't Get Killed”
I have listened to bluegrass and old-timey style banjo music for many years. Nora Brown has the most poetic interpretation of these styles that I have heard so far. She is the John Fahey of banjo (but also with striking vocals). brit_b
supported by 4 fans who also own “If I Live And I Don't Get Killed”
Great choice of music, expertly played and sung. Nicely produced. I hope to see The Onlies live, asap. This is an album I listen to over and over. Karamogo
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Bright and skipping songs that foreground the sound of the banjo and fingerstyle guitar in music that feels timeless. Bandcamp New & Notable Oct 5, 2020
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