There's a Light Beyond These Woods

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Nanci Griffith's 1978 debut for Philo is certainly not as consistent as her mid '80s albums; however, it should not be overlooked by fans of introspective, personal story songs. "Alabama Soft Spoken Blues" may be her single most beautiful melody, with "Michael's Song" and "West Texas Sun" not far behind. There's an innocence and delicacy to Griffith's voice, and she's well served by producer Mike Williams's acoustic colorings. These nine songs reveal Griffith's beginnings, point to where she would venture, and satisfy through their luminous, lyrical grace. --Roy Kasten

There's a Light Beyond These Woods,Nanci Griffith,Philo / Pgd,Country & Western,Folk & Traditional,Pop

Average customer rating: Nanci's Best "Last of the True Believers...Griffith & Rounder"

There's a Light Beyond These Woods Nanci Griffith Manufacturer: Philo / Umgd ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music Outlaw & Progressive Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Contemporary Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Contemporary Folk | Folk | Styles | Music General | Folk | Styles | Music Traditional Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music Country Folk | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Poet In My Window Once in a Very Blue Moon The Last of the True Believers One Fair Summer Evening Hearts in Mind ASIN: B00005UMTH Release Date: 2002-01-08

Tracks:

1. I Remember Joe
2. Alabama Soft Spoken Blues
3. Michaels' Song
4. Song For Remembered Heroes
5. West Texas Sun
6. There's A Light Beyond These Woods (Mary Margaret)
7. Dollar Matinee
8. Montana Backroads
9. John Philip Griffith

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Nanci Griffith's 1978 debut for Philo is certainly not as consistent as her mid '80s albums; however, it should not be overlooked by fans of introspective, personal story songs. "Alabama Soft Spoken Blues" may be her single most beautiful melody, with "Michael's Song" and "West Texas Sun" not far behind. There's an innocence and delicacy to Griffith's voice, and she's well served by producer Mike Williams's acoustic colorings. These nine songs reveal Griffith's beginnings, point to where she would venture, and satisfy through their luminous, lyrical grace. --Roy Kasten

Customer Reviews:

Nanci's Best.......2002-03-07

Recorded in single takes (no overdubbs), There's a Light honestly reflects the state of NG's artistry. While I would hesitate (only slightly) to call it her best album, it is one of her best, and one of the best albums of the genre. Its delivery varies as NG explores different modes of expression, melodic and harmonic strategies, and poetic structures. I bought this title in the early eighties, and I've played it regularly ever since.

"Last of the True Believers...Griffith & Rounder".......2002-02-20

Rounder presents the unforgettable beginnings from Nanci Griffith's early release of 1978...the innocent folk writings in "THERE'S A LIGHT BEYOND THESE WOODS"(her debut album), gives the listener a clear look at one of the purest songwriter/artists of our time.

Being a big fan of Alison Krauss, Gillian Welch and Joni Mitchell, this vintage release from Rounder is a welcome treat for all folk, bluegrass and country fans all from the "O Brother Where Art Thou" region.

Want to close with my favorite pick of the album "ALABAMA SOFT SPOKEN BLUES", is poetry in motion, beautiful beyond all words, Nanci's performance sets her apart even at this early period of her career...thank you Rounder, for sharing this classic album from the past.

Total Time: 37:51 on 9 Tracks ~ Philo/Rounder 11671-1234-2 ~ (2002)

Average customer rating: ONE OF NANCI'S BEST Still one of her best

There's a Light Beyond These Woods Nanci Griffith Manufacturer: Philo / Umgd ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music Outlaw & Progressive Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Contemporary Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Contemporary Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Traditional Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music General | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music Country Folk | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music Singer Songwriters | Folk | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Little Love Affairs Late Night Grande Hotel Ruby's Torch The Last of the True Believers Other Voices, Other Rooms ASIN: B0000003RH Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

1. I Remember Joe
2. Alabama Soft Spoken Blues
3. Michael's Song
4. Song for Remembered Heroes
5. West Texas Sun
6. There's A Light Beyond These Woods
7. Dollar Matinee
8. Montana Backroads
9. John Philip Griffith

Amazon.com

Nanci Griffith's 1978 debut for Philo is certainly not as consistent as her mid '80s albums; however, it should not be overlooked by fans of introspective, personal story songs. "Alabama Soft Spoken Blues" may be her single most beautiful melody, with "Michael's Song" and "West Texas Sun" not far behind. There's an innocence and delicacy to Griffith's voice, and she's well served by producer Mike Williams's acoustic colorings. These nine songs reveal Griffith's beginnings, point to where she would venture, and satisfy through their luminous, lyrical grace. --Roy Kasten

Customer Reviews:

ONE OF NANCI'S BEST.......2001-04-05

OH IF ONLY THIS ALBUM WAS 60 MINS OR MORE EXCELLENT STUFF REALLY RELAXING

Still one of her best.......2000-02-24

I own every album Nanci Griffith has ever made. I admit to being more of a fan of her early works (especially Poet in My Window and Last of the True Believers). Every now and then, I listen to There's a Light Beyond These Woods and I admire the incredible strength of her voice, the purity of her vision and the relative simplicity of the songs compared to later efforts. Plenty of toe-tapping songs here too, especially Montana Backroads.

If you like Nanci Griffith and you don't own this album, BUY IT NOW, you will love it!

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