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Old-Time Pickin’ (2008)

Ralph Stanley is perhaps most famous for his distinctive singing style, but his banjo playing has always been an impressive feature of his recordings. In particular, Dr. Stanley’s old-style clawhammer banjo pieces were a highlight of his stage shows. This wonderful collection draws from 30 years of recordings, including nine numbers never before available, to present the very best from a musician who brought much renown to this ancient style of mountain music. Highlights include "Black Eyed Susie," "Battle Ax," and Dr. Stanley's signature "Little Birdie."

Mountain Preacher’s Child (2007)

Ralph Stanley is probably the most prolific of all first-generation bluegrass artists, so it’s easy to lose track of some wonderful songs that were missed in the industry’s transition from LP to CD. This collection includes some gems that never made it into the digital world, pulled by Rebel especially for this release. Two of the songs—the title track and the much requested 'Walking Up the Hill on Decoration Day"—demonstrate a sorrowful and pessimistic outlook that is very unusual in today’s gospel music, but they beautifully reflect the stoic resignation and sadness that is very much a part of life in Stanley’s part of the country.

Clinch Mountain Country (1998)

On one of the most satisfying collaboration albums in a long and storied career, Stanley and a host of guests provide a powerful statement of the effect that Stanley’s unique style has had on country music. The thirty names here are impressive enough, and what’s even more incredible is that each artist fits in beautifully, totally at home in the “Stanley sound.” Featured artists include Porter Wagoner, Bob Dylan, Kathy Mattea, BR- 549, Ricky Skaggs, Vince Gill, Jim Lauderdale, Junior Brown, Gillian Welch, Rhonda Vincent, Patty Loveless, and Marty Stuart. 2 CD Set.

1971-1973 Collector’s Box Set (1995)

Most will agree that Ralph Stanley's strongest period after his brother Carter’s death was the early 1970's. He cut an astounding 8 albums between February of 1971 and March of 1973, and all of them are found on this set, including his lone album for King Bluegrass and a very rare Japan-only LP. A booklet with lots of information and photos is included in this 4-CD boxed set of 96 songs.

A Mother’s Prayer (2011)

In what Dr. Stanley has described as his “last gospel recording”, he gives us a wonderful mixture of old favorites and new songs. The 14 songs are book ended by the full band favorites "That Home Far Away" and "What Kind of Man," but it is the three spine-chilling, unaccompanied solo tracks performed as only Dr. Stanley can, as well as Ralph’s version of "Come All Ye Tenderhearted" accompanied only by a bowed cello, which showcase Stanley's distinct, eerie style of playing gospel.

Shine On (2005)

This gospel collection makes a great addition to Stanley’s vast discography. Dr. Stanley has chosen a variety of songs that range from the lined-out hymn “Why Should We Start and Fear to Die” to Dolly Parton’s “Shine On.”. There are traditional classics like "Palms of Victory" and "I'll Fly Away" and songs by local stand out groups like the Mullins Family. This is a powerfully moving album, an excellent release by one of the most distinctive artists ever to perform mountain gospel.

Clinch Mountain Sweethearts (2001)

Ralph Stanley brings us another collaborative project featuring duets with fifteen excellent female artists. This album is every bit as impressive and enjoyable as Dr. Stanley's other epic collabrative projects thanks to a varied and stellar cast, the wonderful backing provided by the Clinch Mountain Boys, and Dr. Stanley's ever-enthralling tenor vocals.. Featuring appearances from Dolly Parton, Joan Baez, Lucinda Williams, Iris Dement, Gillian Welch, and other female artists.

While The Ages Roll On (2000)

This gospel album captures the essence of the unique mountain sound. Backed by the Clinch Mountain Boys and augmented with some bass vocals by Shelton Feazell and George Shuffler, Dr. Stanley handles almost all of the lead vocals himself and adds some interesting new songs to his already huge repertoire. Three powerful a cappella numbers- “Gone Away With a Friend,” “The Day is Past and Gone,” and “Waiting for Me”- are highlights on this collection featuring songs written by Earl Sykes and Coielle Church.

Short Life Of Trouble: Songs of Grayson And Whitter (1996)

Digital Only: CD not available to order.

Ralph Stanley’s band is in top form on this thematic album devoted to legendary old-timers Grayson and Whitter. The album works beautifully, as not only did G. B. Grayson live just a few miles from the Stanley homeplace, but Carter & Ralph knew his music well through the duo’s recordings. Many of the songs here had already entered the bluegrass tradition long (Dr. Stanley's previous recordings of classics like 'Train 45" and "Shout Lula" had attracted some attention) but there is plenty of well-handled material new to the Clinch Mountain Boys on this album.

I’ll Answer The Call (1988)

Originally released in 1988, this album has proven to be the best seller of Dr. Stanley's many fine gospel recordings. It is the only Stanley album that features Sammy Adkins as lead singer.. It also includes several notable songs that are much requested, including "White Oak On The Hill," "Daddy's Rose," and the title track.

Clinch Mountain Gospel (1977)

A number of fans and musicians have called this the “ultimate Ralph Stanley gospel album”. The wonderful selection of songs, played by the Clinch Mountain Boys in their prime, make it such. Highlights include a classic version of “Amazing Grace” and two up-tempo tracks featuring Dr. Stanley’s clawhammer banjo: “Over in the Gloryland” and “Travelling the Highway Home," and the soulful singing of a young Keith Whitley at his best on stunning versions of "Oh Death," and "Beautiful Star of Bethlehem." This is an absolutely superb album that should be in the collection of any Stanley fan.

Cry From The Cross (1971)

This album is considered to be one the finest of Ralph Stanley's career. Recorded in 1971, it was the first record Stanley cut for the Rebel label. Ralph's band at the time was a supergroup, including some of the finest musicians ever associated with the Clinch Mountain Boys in Ricky Skaggs, Curly Ray Cline, Roy Lee Centers, Jack Cooke and Keith Whitley.