The Milk Carton Kids On Mountain Stage
The Milk Carton Kids on Mountain Stage.
Set List
- "Michigan"
- "New York"
- "Sealing Romance"
- "Charlie"
- "I Still Want a Little More"
Minimalist folk duo The Milk Carton Kids makes its first appearance on Mountain Stage, recorded live in Charleston, W.V. Singer-songwriters Joey Ryan and Kenneth Pattengale were pursuing their own solo careers when a serendipitous meeting led to full-time collaboration and a lovely new album titled Prologue.
The duo opens its set with the lush, atmospheric tune "Michigan," which immediately showcases the qualities that make this band stand out: tight harmonies and shimmering melodies set against intricate, driving guitar. The result calls to mind some of music's most celebrated folk pairings; comparisons to Simon & Garfunkel and The Jayhawks write themselves, while Pattengale's blazing, country-infused picking will no doubt remind some of David Rawlings' work with Gillian Welch. Prologue is available for free download on The Milk Carton Kids' website.
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