{"product_id":"common-ground-lp-vinyl","title":"Common Ground LP (vinyl) • with Phil Alvin","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDave Alvin \u0026amp; Phil Alvin • Common Ground LP (vinyl)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than thirty years after they last recorded together, \u003cstrong\u003eDave Alvin\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePhil Alvin\u003c\/strong\u003e, founding members of the legendary Blasters, reunited for \u003cem\u003eCommon Ground\u003c\/em\u003e. Rather than simply revisiting old glories, the brothers chose to pay tribute to one of the artists who helped shape their musical lives: Blues pioneer \u003cstrong\u003eBig Bill Broonzy\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is a heartfelt celebration of American roots music, performed with the understanding and respect that only lifelong devotees could bring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on Broonzy's remarkable catalogue, the album moves effortlessly between Country Blues, Rhythm \u0026amp; Blues and early Folk, with inspired versions of classics including \u003cem\u003eKey To The Highway\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSouthern Flood Blues\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eTruckin' Little Woman\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eI Feel So Good\u003c\/em\u003e. Dave's expressive guitar work and Phil's unmistakable vocals complement one another perfectly, creating performances that honour the originals while adding the brothers' own unmistakable character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes \u003cem\u003eCommon Ground\u003c\/em\u003e so rewarding is its honesty. These aren't museum-piece recreations or note-for-note copies. They're warm, deeply felt performances by two musicians who understand how profoundly Big Bill Broonzy influenced the development of Blues, Rock 'n' Roll and American roots music. Every track reflects decades of experience and genuine affection for the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautifully presented on vinyl, \u003cem\u003eCommon Ground\u003c\/em\u003e is essential listening for fans of The Blasters, Country Blues and classic American roots music, offering a moving tribute to one of the twentieth century's most influential songwriters and performers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTracklist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide One\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. All By Myself\u003cbr\u003e2. I Feel So Good\u003cbr\u003e3. How You Want It Done?\u003cbr\u003e4. Southern Flood Blues\u003cbr\u003e5. Big Bill Blues\u003cbr\u003e6. Key To The Highway\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide Two\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Tomorrow\u003cbr\u003e2. Just A Dream\u003cbr\u003e3. You've Changed\u003cbr\u003e4. Stuff They Call Money\u003cbr\u003e5. Truckin' Little Woman\u003cbr\u003e6. Saturday Night Rub\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dave Alvin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54970675822921,"sku":"YEP2384LP","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/3427\/9753\/files\/0634457238411.jpg?v=1785413402","url":"https:\/\/www.raucousrecords.com\/products\/common-ground-lp-vinyl","provider":"Raucous Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}