Middle of Everywhere

Middle of Everywhere

Inspired by music of the 1920s and ‘30s, Pokey LaFarge & the South City Three play a stylish blend of ragtime, country blues, jug bands, and Western swing with such authority that you expect to hear the crackle of an old 78 record in the background. Listening to the quartet, it’s easy to imagine them rolling down the Mississippi entertaining passengers on a riverboat. Pokey LaFarge’s vocals are equally out of time, sounding like some pre-war New Orleans street busker influenced by both Jimmie Rodgers and Blind Willie McTell. Middle of Everywhere is a lively, good-time album that transcends the novelty of its old-time aesthetic on the strength of the musicianship, attention to detail, and songwriting. They are all LaFarge’s compositions, but they are so true to the form that most could pass as covers. Featuring guitar, including stellar slide work, harmonica, washboard, and upright bass, these guys can flat-out play, and their vocal harmonies are sweet as honey. Infectious and fun, Middle of Everywhere will have you smiling and toe-tapping in no time.

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