Sam Amidon - I See The Sign (2010)

Sam Amidon's album is a profound reimagining of traditional folk material, recorded in Iceland with contributions from Nico Muhly and Beth Orton. The work is characterized by rich orchestral arrangements and a broad emotional spectrum, ranging from tense murder ballads to tranquil hymns. Central to the album are Amidon’s unique voice and his interpretive talent, which bridges ancestral songs from the Georgia Sea Islands and religious themes with contemporary sensibilities. A notable highlight is the unexpected and soulful cover of an R. Kelly track, which fits seamlessly into the overall concept. The album solidifies Amidon's status as an exceptional musical conservationist capable of breathing new life into archival material.

Tracklist:
1-1 Sam Amidon - How Come That Blood [3:32]
1-2 Sam Amidon - Way Go Lily [4:18]
1-3 Sam Amidon - You Better Mind [3:43]
1-4 Sam Amidon - I See The Sign [6:16]
1-5 Sam Amidon - Johanna The Rowdi [2:28]
1-6 Sam Amidon - Pretty Fair Damsel [3:06]
1-7 Sam Amidon - Kedron [2:58]
1-8 Sam Amidon - Rain And Snow [3:56]
1-9 Sam Amidon - Climbing High Mountains [3:07]
1-10 Sam Amidon - Relief [5:22]
1-11 Sam Amidon - Red [3:46]