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ThirdRatePoet Approved 
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aka "where did you sleep last night" Did Leadbelly write this - or is it a genuinely 'trad' song. I have recordings of it (under various titles) by at least 4 or 5 artists (including the mighty Rambling Jack Elliott). Any info? Dan 
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AmyDK Approved
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Here's a link for you. Leadbelly did a great rendition of it, but it's older than that. It's often played by Old Time musicians, but Nirvana did a version of it as well, so it's really stood the test of time. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Where_Did_You_Sleep_Last_Night cheers, Amy
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c2wave2 Approved 
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Acoording to this article it dates back until at least 1870's. http://www.nirvanafreak.com/art/art49.shtml Chuck
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banjo brad Super Moderator 
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Quote from Art Rosenbaum's book "Old Time Mountain Banjo":In the Pines is an old railroadman's lament that was known to mountain banjo pickers long before Bill Monroe brought it to a wider audience. (Incidently, I just received this book today after winning it on eBay. It is out of print, and is such a great resource that copies go for over $30 regularly in bidding. 1968 cover price is $3.95.)  Nothing is foolproof to a talented fool.
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ThirdRatePoet Approved
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Thanks for the info and links folks, much appreciated! Cheers Dan
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North Carolina Dan Approved
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The first version I heard of this was by John Prine. It was one of my favorite songs by him.
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Franz Still Approved
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I am currently barrowing that book Banjo brad is right if you find old time banjo. Buy it and keep at whatver cost. it is awesome.
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Jim Yates Approved 
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Lead Belly sang the song with at least 3 sets of lyrics. He asked the question,"Where did you sleep last night?" of "Black Girl", "Little Girl" and "My Girl". I have Art Rosenbaum's book around here someplace too and I agree that it's a good resource. More than just clawhammer tunes in this book. Last edited on Fri Nov 21st, 2008 08:28 pm by Jim Yates ____________________ Jim http://www.myspace.com/jimyates http://www.myspace.com/kirbyandyates http://www.myspace.com/kirbyyatesmazurek |
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