Metamora - The Great Road (1987) [SEALED] Vinyl LP • Grey Larsen, Sutherland

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Unopened/new vinyl, factory sealed, a few creases along edges and small breaks in shrink on right corners, mild wear to corners, heavier on exposed corners. Label design can't be confirmed because it's sealed. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. Johnny Court The Widow
2. Big Scioty
3. The Great Road
4. Seven Seas
5. Bicycling (Medley: Bicycling To Sassor / Rhubarb)
6. Cooper's Caper
7. Old Man Winter
8. The Jug Of Punch
9. Flemish Tunes
10. The Empire Builder (Medley: The Great High Wind / Poor Little Mary / The Empire Builder)
11. Where Is The Gem?

About The Record:

The Great Road by Metamora is a captivating acoustic instrumental album blending new age, folk, and jazz influences through masterful performances on hammer dulcimer, flute, and fiddle by the trio of Malcolm Dalglish, Grey Larsen, and Pete Sutherland. The record features a mix of original compositions and traditional tunes, including standout tracks like Big Scioty, the title cut The Great Road, the medley Bicycling (incorporating Bicycling to Sassor and Rhubarb), and Old Man Winter, which have become fan favorites for their lively energy and intricate interplay. A unique aspect is the group's emphasis on purely instrumental storytelling drawn from American and Celtic traditions, contributing to the vibrant acoustic music scene of the era and earning recognition such as a NAIRD Indie Award. Historically, it represents a high point in the collaborative output of these acclaimed multi-instrumentalists, known for their extensive touring and recordings that appealed to audiences across North America and Europe.