Charles Arthur - Recordings
NEW CD!!!!
ingeniously titled: CHARLES ARTHUR - EP#1
released independantly in May 2008
a 5-song EP representing music that Charles plays in a solo setting, and features him on numerous instruments.
Musically hard to pin down, but his usual mix of rockinbluesyjazzysoulful music, all done with his unmistakeable charm.
To hear samples go to www.myspace.com/charleskingarthur.com.
At the moment this will only be sold at shows, but if this isn't possible contact us at info@charleskingarthur.com and we will work something out.
Some other released that feature Charles:
ingeniously titled: CHARLES ARTHUR - EP#1
released independantly in May 2008
a 5-song EP representing music that Charles plays in a solo setting, and features him on numerous instruments.
Musically hard to pin down, but his usual mix of rockinbluesyjazzysoulful music, all done with his unmistakeable charm.
To hear samples go to www.myspace.com/charleskingarthur.com.
At the moment this will only be sold at shows, but if this isn't possible contact us at info@charleskingarthur.com and we will work something out.
Some other released that feature Charles:
| Artist |
Title |
Label |
Description |
Info |
| SARA ARTHUR |
Talk of the Town |
none |
Blending of mid-century pop, country, and jazz. Catchy
stuff. Probably my best work. |
Available at www.cdbaby.com/cd/saraarthur |
| The Jethros |
Dark Side of the Christmas Tree Vol. I |
? |
One of the first CD's Charles played on. Hilarious,
warped versions of Christmas tunes played on either defective instruments
or ones that the musicians didn't know how to play. Charles is credited
as 'Chris Anderson' for some reason, but did actually play on such xmas classics
as 'Little Bummer Boy' and 'We Be Kings'. Apparently it got some airplay
on Howard Sterns radio show. |
www.thejethros.com.
This CD is unfortunately out of print but worth looking for. In
the meantime definitely get a copy of the Jethros 'Love Musix', some of
the funniest stuff you'll ever hear. |
| Tom Kildea |
Long Gone |
? |
Wonderful singer/songwriter who Charles played
with in Harrisonburg, VA in early 90's. They, with a fantstic rhythm section,
made up the 'Little Grill House Band', named after the funky little joint
that still exists and is hightly recommended. The music is rich, Dylan-esque,
folky-pop - great stuff. The song 'Bristol' will give you chills. |
www.tomkildea.com.
Tom is living in New Jersey, still performing and writing great tunes. |
| Tom Kildea |
April |
? |
More beautiful stuff by Tom and the House band.
This one recorded in an old milking barn next to the farmhouse that Tom
was living in. |
www.tomkildea.com |
| John McEuen and Jimmy Ibbotson |
Stories & Songs |
Planetary |
Nice record by talented members of the Nitty
Gritty Dirt Band. Charles plays dobro on one tune. |
At music stores everywhere. |
| Slaid Cleaves |
Wishbones |
Philo/Rounder |
2004 release by award winning singer/songwriter
from Austin, TX. Charles plays electric guitar on four songs. |
Available in folk, or americana section of
most record stores. Also at www.slaid.com |
| Slaid Cleaves |
Broke Down |
Philo/Rounder |
Award winning recording by the fantastic
singer/songwriter from Austin, TX. Charles plays electric guitar and
steel guitar on four tunes. Sidenote: a section of his lap steel solo
from the tune 'Cold and Lonely' was used on MTV's 'Road Rules' (...big
deal) |
Available in folk, or americana section
of most record stores. Also at www.slaid.com |
| Slaid Cleaves |
The Promise |
? |
A collection of Slaid's earliest recordings
- his first solo record (late 80's) and one by his great band 'The Moxie
Men'. Charles played guitar and lap steel on the solo record. |
Easiest to purchase at www.slaid.com |
| Slaid Cleaves |
Holiday Sampler |
Philo/Rounder |
An EP of 5 tunes, each tune a seasonal
one. Contains a great version of 'Mister Grinch'. Charles plays baritone
guitar, acoustic guitar, and steel on two songs. |
Folk, Americana section of most record
stores, and at www.slaid.com |
| Page Wilson |
Bridge of Love |
Planetary |
Excellent recording of Page Wilson's
'mongrel music' - a spirited mix of country, folk, bluegrass and blues.
Recorded "live in the studio" in front of an audience, it really captures
the band's true sound. There were actually two nights recorded, but
the second was used entirely as the band had more to drink (i.e. in their
normal state). Charles on dobro. |
www.pagewilson.com |
| Gary Gerloff |
Ancestor Worship |
Planetary |
Upbeat, eclectic, timeless music by
the king of good vibes - Gary Gerloff. Stompin' country, jugband, hawaiian,
reggae, gospel - it's all here, yet no matter what the style it still
sounds like Gary. A great showcase for Charles's range - he plays a pile
of instruments on this one. |
www.garygerloff.com |
| The Burnt Taters |
Strange But True |
Planetary |
Country, pop, americana - a fresh take
on classic sounds by a talented band. Great songwriting, vocals, and
clever arrangements. Charles plays steel on two cuts. |
www.burnttaters.com |
| Dirtball |
Turn Up the Barn |
Planetary |
Alt-country spiced with lots of interesting
touches by a group that sadly no longer exists. Actually recorded in an
old barn west of Richmond. Charles gets nasty on a couple. Pedal steel,
electric guitar, slide guitar and lap steel on several cuts, all recorded
with his dog Joey by his side. |
www.planetaryrecords.com |
| The Shiners |
See Rock City |
Planetary |
A great alt-country group that formed after
Dirtball's demise. Charles played dobro on a couple. |
www.planetaryrecords.com |