The Dalton Brothers
The Dalton Brothers
Acoustic folk group performing traditional songs with a modern edge
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top 50
11
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Old Joe Clark
Old Joe Clark
Traditional Folk Song with a bluegrass feel about why Old Joe Clark is such a fine 'ol man
"Old Joe Clark" is an Acoustic Folk track by The Dalton Brothers on SoundClick. The arrangement reflects a careful attention to detail that rewards repeated listening. The production choices here reflect a genuine understanding of what makes acoustic folk work. It has reached the top 10 on the SoundClick Acoustic Folk chart, peaking at #10. Explore the full The Dalton Brothers catalog on SoundClick and discover more Acoustic Folk music from independent creators.
Tennessee Waltz/Goodnight Irene
Tennessee Waltz/Goodnight Irene
This old waltz favorite medley was song by our father for years.
Independent artist The Dalton Brothers drops "Tennessee Waltz/Goodnight Irene", an Acoustic Folk track on SoundClick. The song establishes its own world and invites the listener to settle in. This track does what good acoustic folk does best — it connects. "Tennessee Waltz/Goodnight Irene" has peaked at #16 in the Acoustic Folk category on SoundClick. Discover "Tennessee Waltz/Goodnight Irene" and the rest of the Dalton Brothers discography on SoundClick.
Bright Star of Bell Isle
Bright Star of Bell Isle
This beautiful song is a lovely and hauntingly lyrical traditional ballad
Independent artist The Dalton Brothers drops "Bright Star of Bell Isle", an Acoustic Folk track on SoundClick. There is an authenticity to the performance that draws the listener in. This track does what good acoustic folk does best — it connects. "Bright Star of Bell Isle" has peaked at #14 in the Acoustic Folk category on SoundClick. Discover "Bright Star of Bell Isle" and the rest of the Dalton Brothers discography on SoundClick.
Cripple Creek
Cripple Creek
You all know this one. Played in the traditional style
SoundClick artist The Dalton Brothers presents "Cripple Creek", an outstanding release in the Acoustic Folk genre. It provides textures that deepen the overall emotional resonance. The track delivers a memorable listening experience in this genre, and effortlessly connects with the listener. "Cripple Creek" has peaked at #17 in the Acoustic Folk category on SoundClick. The Dalton Brothers is an independent artist on SoundClick, releasing Acoustic Folk music directly to fans worldwide.
Shady Grove
Shady Grove
A modern interpretation of this traditional favorite.
Independent artist The Dalton Brothers drops "Shady Grove", an Acoustic Folk track on SoundClick. It is the kind of track that finds the right moment to make itself heard. This track holds its own in the acoustic folk landscape — a confident, well-executed piece. "Shady Grove" has peaked at #20 in the Acoustic Folk category on SoundClick. Find more from The Dalton Brothers on SoundClick, a platform built for independent music discovery.
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The Dalton Brothers starting singing old-time folk music in the late 1960s as members of "The Dalton Family Singers" a touring folk group started by their father, Al Dalton.
Touring North America as children, Jerry and Jeff were seasoned festival performers before they were ten years old and were regular performers at most major festivals including New York's Fox Hollow Folk Festival.
After decades of folk, jazz, rock, bluegrass, country, Broadway shows, and classical, the Dalton Brothers are reuniting to bring back the original, simple sounds of the Dalton Family Singers.
It's traditional music with an edge.
Band/artist history
1955: Al and Marcia Dalton start a family of four, with Al assigning one instrument to each with a future folk singing group in mind
1960: Jerry Dalton born. Assignment - Drums and Guitar
1961: Jeff Dalton born: Assignment- Bass and Banjo
1968 - Dalton Family Singers play their first gig in Charlestown, RI at "The Umbrella Factory"
1968-1973 - Dalton Family Singers tour North America
1973: Jon leaves the group to attend the Interlochen Arts Academy
1973: Jeff moves from bass to banjo to cover for Jon's absence
1974: Jess leaves the group to attend Interlochen
1975: Jerry leaves the group to attend Interlochen
1975-76: Jeff is last remaining child in the group that continues as a trio
1976: Jeff leaves the Dalton Family Singers to attend Interlochen
1976-2000: Al and Marcia experience a renaissance, touring the world as "Marcia and Al of the Dalton Family Singers" and perform in Russia, China, South America, all over Europe, and the US.
2007: Dalton Family Singers re-unite for a Thanksgiving concert in Sturbridge, MA
2008: Jerry and Jeff independantly begin recording some of the old songs
2008: The Dalton Brothers reunite to produce "The Dalton Family Songbook"
Have you performed in front of an audience?
Yes. Maine and Michigan. A Thanksgiving reunion concert in 2007 brought it all back to life. Now we collaborate online using Soundclick as our concert venue. Jeff has a computer-based studio using Cakewalk Sonar, and Jeremy records on a Roland digital studio.
Your musical influences
David Bromberg, the Kingston Trio, Gordon (Denny) Bok, Utah (Bruce) Phillips, Pete Seeger, The Cowsills, Bill Spence, Boys of the Lough, Mike Clooney, John Roberts and Tony Barrand, anyone from Folkways Records
What equipment do you use?
Guitars, banjos, bass, steel guitar, mandolin, Cakewalk Sonar, Garritan Personal Orchestra, percussion
Waterford, MI
USA
ID
876351
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Comments (2)
Great tunes with a great sound. Keep on pickin' and singin'. Check out our stuf
-Buzz
Good toe tapping music
All the best
Clem
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