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Baker's Dozen

Artists discuss the 13 records that shaped their lives

9. The Stanley BrothersThe Legendary Stanley Brothers, Recorded Live

Ralph and Carter Stanley, backed by the Clinch Mountain Boys, played the finest mountain music I have ever heard. Songs like ‘Angel Band’, ‘Pretty Polly’, ‘Molly and Tenbrooks’ and ‘Orange Blossum Special’ are as heartfelt and meticulously crafted as any fine crystal or good whiskey.

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