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“What truly inspired me to write and arrange that song the way I did was a pre-pandemic visit to the weekly Saturday night bluegrass jam at Sunny’s Bar in Red Hook, Brooklyn.” – Toby Soriero of Rosedale Junction

“This is the album I’ve been wanting to put out for a while.” – Damon Fowler

An 18th-century mountain ballad, “Wayfaring Stranger,” came to Cole via Emmylou Harris, whose own version of the song appeared on 1980’s ‘Roses in the Snow,’ and was “a profound influence” on Cole.

“We all come from long lines of survivors. I believe my Ancestors must have been protecting me all along. And now my daughter carries their strength…” – Allison Russell

“It is my hope that by sharing the origins of these tunes, you will be inspired to look up these wonderful artists yourself on YouTube and start exploring and enjoying the endless abundance of incredible music they left us!” – Maria Muldaur

“I put an Elmore James style guitar on there and that’s all there is to it.” – Matt Woods

“First, I’m a big fan of Buddy Miles. I like the groove and the line you can dance to the rhythm of a funky beat! With a strong message, it talks about peace, love and harmony – something we all need today. This song was originally released 47 years ago by Buddy Miles in 1973 on his album ‘Boogie Bear.’ ” – Tony Hall

“I wanted the video to have some levity and to capture the original intent of the song, which I’ve always interpreted as good-natured but risky.” – Shannon McNally

“Like you, I have been pushed to the limits of my humanity by the pandemic. But music, sweet music has set me straight once again and I offer this work with humility and devotion to you all.” – Popa Chubby

Watch the lyric video for “Fire It Up”