I am a big bluegrass fan and Gordon is my favorite songwriter. But, I have to agree that the Mac Wiseman album does not work well. Mac has done better work and it does not not do Gord's work justice.
Having said that; I do not understand why some act as if they are offended by others covering Gordon's songs. There is no higher honor for a songwriter than to have someone else record their compositions. And despite what Gordon may think of the way others sing his songs; I am sure he does not complain when the royalty checks arrive in the mail.
I am an amatuer musician and love to do Gordon's songs. I do not pretend to be on Gordon's musical level but, his songs are fun to do and others enjoy hearing them. I think singers will be doing his songs 100 years from now.
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