STAY AWHILE REVIEWS CONTINUED
This release has seen this West Coast duo rise to the highest echelons of traditional acoustic music. A treasure trove of little-known songs, ballads and instrumentals, "Stay Awhile" is an instant classic. Great timeless music played by people who truly love it and know how to do it right.
This is probably the purest recording yet of their uniquely beautiful approach to traditional music. Much in evidence is Jody's instrumental prowess as his heartfelt dead-on vocal interpretations. Kate's evocative vocals are breathtakingly effective.
OH THE WIND AND RAIN/ Eleven Ballads
Winner AFIM INDIE AWARD best traditional folk recording 1999
This is the hands-down contender for Best American Folk Album for 1999. Is that unambiguous enough? *****
Nobody does it better than Stecher..... breathtaking attention to lyric interpretation and musical nuance, turning the stark setting sumptuous.
This is the richest folk recording that I have heard in a long time, truly entertaining and inspiring at the same time. With its happy coexistence of rampant eclecticism and traditionalism, it's like nothing else ..... unconventionally new and traditionally right at the same time
Jody's singing is stunning and he beautifully accompanies himself on guitar, mandolin, oud, and banjo. Some of the songs may be familiar but Jody injects them with new life and meaning.... Masterful performance from a master.