Waiting for the Water
Editorial Reviews As songwriter and singer, Pat echoes tradition minded musicians of the present and past, while creating a distinctive voice of his own. His combination of bluesy and literate writing is reminiscent of Chris Smither. From Dave Carter and Bruce Cockburn he draws a penchant for symbolic and spiritual imagery. From Kelly Joe Phelps, a grab-bag of intricate guitar sounds, including lap-style slide guitar. The spirit of country pioneers Dock Boggs and the Stanley Brothers, and bluesmen Son House and Fred McDowell, all animate the memorable melodies and language of Pat's original songs.
<"b00075jy8m2999"> About the Artist
Pat Wictor stands out in a crowd. With flowing red hair and zen-like calm, he sings in a pure voice and makes his instrument, the unusual lap-style slide guitar, "sing" back to him. He can bring a room to silence, weaving several parts on his guitar and reaching quietly into each listener's heart.
<"b00075jy8m4999"> Album Description
"Waiting for the Water" is a return the deep wells of rural blues, folk and gospel. Pat's original songs sit comfortably along side covers of songs played by Skip James, Fred McDowell, Son House, and Dock Boggs. The recording features Rich Deans' haunting Civil War soldier's lament, "Don't Dig My Grave Too Deep," Pat's gospel-tinged "Love Is the Water," and Pat's country lullaby, "Sleep Easy."
Waiting for the Water, Music, Pat Wictor, A return to the wellsprings of rural blues, country and gospel.
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