Album Profile
Richard Bennett
In the Wind Somewhere
PRODUCTION NOTES
The album In the Wind Somewhere, released on May 27, 2014, on Lonesome Day Records (LDR 041), features Richard Bennett—the Kentucky-based guitarist and vocalist—in a polished collection of 10 tracks, approximately 43 minutes long, blending traditional bluegrass with contemporary acoustic touches. This second project for the label showcases Bennett’s deft flatpicking, warm tenor vocals, and song selection, drawing on themes of life on the road, reflection, faith, and resilience through heartfelt originals and select traditionals in a classic yet accessible style.
Produced by Randall Deaton and Richard Bennett, the album was recorded at Lonesome Day Studio in Booneville, Kentucky, and engineered and mixed by Brandon Bell. It delivers a clean, organic acoustic sound emphasizing clear separation, tasteful instrumentation, and emotional sincerity—highlighting Bennett’s guitar work and vocal delivery without excess polish.
Standouts include the title track “In the Wind Somewhere” (a brooding, narrative centerpiece), the driving “Stronger Every Day”, the fiery “Fire on the Mountain”, the haunting “Wayfaring Stranger” (with guest Tony Rice adding his legendary flatpicking), and others that mix upbeat pickers, reflective ballads, and gospel-tinged moments for a cohesive, road-weary feel.
Bennett leads on guitar and vocals, supported by a strong ensemble: Adam Steffey on mandolin, Ron Stewart on fiddle, and Mark Schatz on bass. Their precise playing—crisp mandolin chops, fluid fiddle lines, and solid bass foundation—provides tight, supportive interplay that elevates the material’s drive and depth. Guest appearances, including Tony Rice on select tracks, add notable instrumental flair.
Critically acclaimed in outlets like Bluegrass Unlimited for its strong song choices and Bennett’s musicianship, and recognized in year-end lists (e.g., favorite folk albums), In the Wind Somewhere earned praise as one of Bennett’s finest offerings. As a Lonesome Day Records release, it endures as a highlight in the label’s catalog, appealing to fans of authentic acoustic bluegrass, flatpicking prowess, and heartfelt storytelling.
TRACK LISTINGS
1. In the Wind Somewhere
2. Bonnie
3. Fields of Gold
4. Stronger Every Day
5. The Last Thing on My Mind (feat. Tony Rice)
6. Yesterday
7. Georgie
8. Fire on the Mountain
9. Across the Great Divide
10. Wayfaring Stranger (feat. Tony Rice)
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