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14th studio album by the bluegrass singer and her first with Union Station since 2004's 'Lonely Runs Both Ways'. The album features the single 'Paper Airplane' and cover versions of 'Opening Farewell' (Jackson Browne) and 'Dimming of the Day' (Richard Thompson).
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1-Paper Airplane 2-Dust Bowl Children 3-Lie Awake 4-Lay My Burden Down 5-My Love Follows You Where You Go 6-Dimming Of The Day 7-On The Outside Looking In 8-Miles To Go 9-Sinking Stone 10-Bonita And Bill Butler 11-My Opening Farewell
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48 of 48 people found the following review helpful
By PavlovsDog
Format:Audio CD
Paper Airplane marks Alison's fourteenth album and is a storming return to form for the angelic voiced 27 Grammy Award winner and her band Union Station. The title track pretty much has the classic AKUS sound and feel to it and is currently receiving plenty of radio airplay although there are plenty of other gems to be found here. Dust Bowl Children has Dan Tyminski's drawling southern vocals on an upbeat tune if somewhat slightly depressed lyric although it makes for great foot tapping stuff. Lie Awake is a slower and darker song with velvety vocals and subtle fiddle from Alison while Lay My Burden Down comes in as a more upbeat tune with a bleak lyric hidden amongst finger picking guitar. My Love Follows You Where You Go is the real gem on this album with a complex vocal and great hook to the chorus, upbeat and tuneful with angst painted all over it. Classic AKUS. Dimming Of The Day is beautiful cover of the Richard Thompson song reminiscent of "Ghost in this house". On The Outside Looking In is Tyminski's second solo vocal here, bluegrass style aplenty. Miles To Go is an up tempo song with nice Dobro and fiddle work. Sinking Stone is another gem with a more complex vocal and composition than some of the other tunes here. Not strictly a bluegrass sound, more a country/pop tune with a late seventies sound to the vocal and melody. Bonita has Dan Tyminski sing a typical country tune with a western style theme while the final track, My Opening farewell, showcases Alison's vocal ability with smooth storytelling and a medium paced melody. Musicianship throughout the recording is as usual top notch, Jerry Douglas' Dobro sounds even better than ever. This album should see Alison Krauss add a few more Grammy's to her collection. Highly recommended!
18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Alison Krauss and Union Station - The gold standard for bluegrass music
13 April 2011
Format:Audio CD
Alison Krauss is effortlessly a class act and one of the great voices of American music. Here on her 14th album and first with Union Station since 2004 she yet again shows that as a vocalist operating in the field of country and bluegrass music that she largely untouchable. You could possibly argue that following the great "Raising Sand" recorded with Robert Plant that an opportunity is missed here for some deeper experimentation which follows some of more raw explorations on that album such as the Tom Waits covers, but really who cares when the songs are this good and that voice quite as beautiful as it is? Krauss and Union Station are have been described as the gold standard for bluegrass music and on "Paper Airplane" you do sense much more of a band effort with three lead vocals undertaken by guitarist Dan Tyminski, and the cover of Peter Rowan's "Dust bowl children" in particular a fine epic of finger picking banjo/guitar and authenticity not heard since the "Oh Brother where art thou" soundtrack was safely tucked into a record sleeve. Tyminski's rustic voice again figures on the bluesy "On the outside looking in" to great effect.
However let us delay no further and get into Krauss territory. When it comes to Richard Thompson's "Dimming of the day" there is already the great original sung by folk queen Linda Thompson with her ex husbands gloriously rugged support, a stellar version by Bonnie Raitt and slightly less fabulous versions by Dave Gilmour and The Corrs. The song could have been written for an aching longing voice like Krauss's and by god does she do it justice with lovely understated country backing from Union Station. It is stunning stuff and an absolute standout.... Read more ›
However let us delay no further and get into Krauss territory. When it comes to Richard Thompson's "Dimming of the day" there is already the great original sung by folk queen Linda Thompson with her ex husbands gloriously rugged support, a stellar version by Bonnie Raitt and slightly less fabulous versions by Dave Gilmour and The Corrs. The song could have been written for an aching longing voice like Krauss's and by god does she do it justice with lovely understated country backing from Union Station. It is stunning stuff and an absolute standout.... Read more ›
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By DJW13
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Yet another highly professional performance from AKUS. Fans will know what to expect, newcomers will be amazed by the quality which exudes from the various tracks. I would of course have liked to have found more than 11 tracks (especially as there is apparently a deluxe version available in the USA with 6 bonus tracks). Also, I was disappointed that the booklet does not show the lyrics - and these are not yet available on-line from the usual sources.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Glenn
TOP 1000 REVIEWER
Format:Audio CD
The group's posing for this album cover is the most stylised feature of an otherwise simple and unaffected offering.
Paper Airplane is predictable in delivering classic soft and soothing country from Krauss' tender vocals and the immaculate instrumental support of Union Station. The album is to a degree a two-parter with songs proferred by Krauss' sweet singing, and those from Dan Tyminski's more bluegrass vocalese and barn-dance leanings. Nothing new here, and in a sense that's why we like what is performed, time and time again.
A good example of what I am characterising is the unadorned rendition of Richard Thompson's 'Dimming of the Day'. I was waiting for the AK&US hallmark harmony vocals to reference those so vital in this song's original emotive impact, but apart from the gesture of one subdued shared line, the song is a Krauss solo played straight and true and simply. Again, nothing new and nothing wrong here. It's just something I noticed and thought about.
Indeed, the only question one would ask of this perfect latest release is why isn't Alison sharing the shared stare of the others on the album's cover? That's a real poser.
Paper Airplane is predictable in delivering classic soft and soothing country from Krauss' tender vocals and the immaculate instrumental support of Union Station. The album is to a degree a two-parter with songs proferred by Krauss' sweet singing, and those from Dan Tyminski's more bluegrass vocalese and barn-dance leanings. Nothing new here, and in a sense that's why we like what is performed, time and time again.
A good example of what I am characterising is the unadorned rendition of Richard Thompson's 'Dimming of the Day'. I was waiting for the AK&US hallmark harmony vocals to reference those so vital in this song's original emotive impact, but apart from the gesture of one subdued shared line, the song is a Krauss solo played straight and true and simply. Again, nothing new and nothing wrong here. It's just something I noticed and thought about.
Indeed, the only question one would ask of this perfect latest release is why isn't Alison sharing the shared stare of the others on the album's cover? That's a real poser.
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Alison Krausss
Blessed and kissed by an angel at birth. The clear melodies from a faultless voice is sublime. If you have never heard Alison sing, do not miss the chance.
Published 10 days ago by Dai_iawn
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This disc is typical of the high quality that I have come to expect from Miss Krauss and any individual or group that she associates with. Read more
Published 2 months ago by piscator
5.0 out of 5 stars
great buy
This is a very good purchase, and would recommend it to anyone. well worth the money, and a real bargain.
Published 3 months ago by Paul Weightman
4.0 out of 5 stars
Another Great Album
Maybe not up there with her very best but still better than much of what I hear on the radio!
Published 3 months ago by Mike Blake
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic album
I went to see Alison Krauss and Union Station Manchester and this prompted me to by the album which I think is superb
Published 3 months ago by SRF
5.0 out of 5 stars
Paper Airplane
Fabulous album from a fabulous team of performers. Just love Alison Krauss's voice and all of the musicians are so skilled. It's a pleasure to listen to.
Published 3 months ago by Yve
5.0 out of 5 stars
Another excellent album from Alison Krauss and Union Station
Good production as always! Alison's voice, the lyrics, the music, and the Union Station band once again combines into a great, coherent whole. It's a joy to listen to.
Published 4 months ago by Dennis D. Jensen
5.0 out of 5 stars
Sublime !
Quite simply the best album ever recorded. Seriously - the best ever. The voice of an angel and the best musicians on the surface of the earth.
Published 4 months ago by Barney Rubble
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great for sing-alongs in the car
Just discovered this great combo - heard it playing in a gallery & had to have it!
Folk music at its best.
Folk music at its best.
Published 5 months ago by C. A. Russell
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful
A breath or fresh air on a dull cold wintry day, I stumbled across this album and bought it on impulse, Great decision!!
Published 5 months ago by H Waller
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