Chris Jones and the Night Drivers – Make Each Second Last (Mountain Home Music, 2021)
Make Each Second Last features a deeply satisfying set of original songs composed by vocalist and guitarist Chris Jones and his collaborators. The album’s musical influences include masterfully-crafted modern bluegrass, Western swing and traditional country characterized by Jones’ moving deep voice and the superb musicianship from The Nigthdrivers.
The lineup includes Chris Jones on vocals; Mark Stoffel on mandolins and harmony vocals; Grace van’t Hof on banjo, baritone ukulele, accordion, harmony vocals; and Marshall Wilborn on bass, harmony vocals.
Guests: Carley Arrowood on fiddle; David Johnson on fiddle and steel guitar; Sally Jones on harmony vocals; Joanna Jones on harmony vocals; and Tony Creasman on drums.
Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.