PRE ORDER: Willing Brother Knowing - Sam Amidon (CD)

Sam Amidon returns with Willing Brother Knowing, his eighth album out February 26th. Drawing on Irish and Appalachian fiddle tunes, old hymns and folk ballads, Amidon brings centuries-old songs into a striking new context, blending acoustic instrumentation with electric guitars, synthesizers and loose, groove-driven percussion. Produced and mixed by James Krivchenia, who also plays drums throughout, the album finds Amidon pushing the boundaries of folk while staying rooted in the music's communal spirit. A singular singer and multi-instrumentalist, Amidon has collaborated with Bon Iver and The National, and served as music advisor and singing coach for the film The History of Sound.