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(December 20, 1941 – present)
Michael Hurley is an American singer/guitarist, reportedly born December 20, 1941. He also plays the fiddle.
Hurley’s debut album, First Songs, was recorded for Folkways Records in 1965 on the same reel-to-reel machine that taped Leadbelly’s Last Sessions. He was “discovered” by blues and jazz historian Frederick Ramsey III, and subsequently championed by boyhood friend Jesse Colin Young, who released his 2nd & 3rd albums on The Youngbloods’ Warner Bros. imprint, Raccoon. In the late 70’s, Hurley made three albums for Rounder, all of which have since been reissued on CD. His 1976 LP Have Moicy, a collaboration with the Unholy Modal Rounders and Jeffrey Frederick & The Clamtones, was named “the greatest folk album of the rock era” by the Village Voice’s Robert Christgau.
In 1996, Koch Records released Wolfways with Hurley backed by Mickey Bones - Drums, Gus Ziesing - percussion, Jill Gross - Harmony Vocals, Jim Harvey - Trombone, Dan Archer and Bob Jordan - Guitars and Mike Boise - Bass. Tours with Son Volt and high praise from younger performers like Lucinda Williams, Vic Chesnutt, Calexico, Cat Power and Robin Holcomb followed.
Greg Weeks of Espers noted in an eBay auction in July 2006 that the band has begun work on a collaborative album with Hurley.
Hurley’s debut album, First Songs, was recorded for Folkways Records in 1965 on the same reel-to-reel machine that taped Leadbelly’s Last Sessions. He was “discovered” by blues and jazz historian Frederick Ramsey III, and subsequently championed by boyhood friend Jesse Colin Young, who released his 2nd & 3rd albums on The Youngbloods’ Warner Bros. imprint, Raccoon. In the late 70’s, Hurley made three albums for Rounder, all of which have since been reissued on CD. His 1976 LP Have Moicy, a collaboration with the Unholy Modal Rounders and Jeffrey Frederick & The Clamtones, was named “the greatest folk album of the rock era” by the Village Voice’s Robert Christgau.
In 1996, Koch Records released Wolfways with Hurley backed by Mickey Bones - Drums, Gus Ziesing - percussion, Jill Gross - Harmony Vocals, Jim Harvey - Trombone, Dan Archer and Bob Jordan - Guitars and Mike Boise - Bass. Tours with Son Volt and high praise from younger performers like Lucinda Williams, Vic Chesnutt, Calexico, Cat Power and Robin Holcomb followed.
Greg Weeks of Espers noted in an eBay auction in July 2006 that the band has begun work on a collaborative album with Hurley.
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NINlife wrote:
that fucking voice
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gregoryoftours wrote:
be kind to me
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SimonePerrota wrote:
too true v
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tjd9 wrote:
Truly an original artist. It is a shame more haven't heard him.
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VlCTORlOUSmarch wrote:
LOVE THIS GUY! [2]
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BarahSachman wrote:
LOVE THIS GUY!
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Ziolko415 wrote:
Snock is my hero. One of my favorite human beings ever.
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AnotherDickhead wrote:
Deadwood sent me.
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nocturana wrote:
<3
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nofin wrote:
luv this fella
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LambentWinter wrote:
Amazing music. Oh my.
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nimchimpski wrote:
genius
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carrotosaurus wrote:
so so so so so good
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anthony_shit wrote:
nursing home party! love it!
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fastrnb wrote:
How did I make it this long without hearing this man? Especially being fan of Rounders/Fahey/not-quite trad folk.
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slpingpolarbear wrote:
ditto to that, missmango!
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Monte_Davis wrote:
New album already out. Its called "blue hills". First half is organ songs and the second is some really wonderful guitar songs.
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sirianmorgan wrote:
I made a group for Michael Hurley fans. I don't think he had one before. Anyway, do join! http://www.last.fm/group/Michael+Hurley+Fans
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popefilter wrote:
And I thought I was the only one that got all hot and bothered by Hog of the Forsaken...
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uiaccsk wrote:
Armchair Boogie might be one of the best albums....like, ever.
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Michael Hurley
Cafe OTO, London, United Kingdom
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Michael Hurley
Ancienne Belgique, Brussels, Belgium
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Nelsonville Music Festival
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville OH, United States
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