![]() By the time Doc and Merle play “Black Mountain Rag,” the crowd is stomping their feet and clapping to the beat. They cheer and holler like any other group of bluegrass fans, grateful for the chance to hear music that, despite being from another culture, they identify with all the same. “We’ve come to try to spread a little goodwill from our people to your people.”Īfter an extended, solo-filled showcase of “Roll in My Sweet Baby’s Arms” transports the audience to the hills of the North Carolina High Country, Doc and Merle’s Japanese crowd erupts in applause. “Greetings from North Carolina.” Doc Watson’s rich, syrupy baritone voice is instantly recognizable in a 1976 recording from Tokyo, Japan, where he took the stage with his son, Merle. Photo courtesy of The Kruger Brothers By Brian Sewell After moving to Wilkesboro, N.C., in 2003, the Kruger Brothers could often be found playing with Doc at local venues. Swiss brothers Uwe (left) and Jens (far right) learned to love traditional Appalachian music from listening to his recordings. ![]() In addition to being an exceptional musician, Doc Watson was a cultural ambassador.
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