Keep it hush don't say a word
Silent whispers never heard
Locked away behind closed doors
Secret like we've never been here before

Hidden treasures hearts so true
Mysteries me and you
In the shadows we will play
Secret lives we'll hide away

Secret secret can't deny
In the dark see the light
Secret secret we confide
Together! (we won't hide)

Underneath the pale moonlight
We find our place out of sight
In the night our hearts ignite
Secret passion burning bright

In the stillness feel the thrill
Our forbidden time stands still
Every heartbeat every sigh
Hidden love we can't defy

Secret secret can't deny
In the dark see the light
Secret secret we confide
Together! (we won't hide)

Secret Lives

Lonnie Pitchford, a guitarist from the Mississippi Delta, performs at the Northwest Folklife Festival in the event called "African Aesthetic in Two Worlds." 

The 1997 NWFL cultural focus included a performance production entitled "African Aesthetic in Two Worlds" which explores the evolution of African and African-American string instruments, and acoustic and electric guitar styles from both continents. This event features blues musicians from the U.S. and musicians from Senegal and Madagascar as well.

For more recordings, check out NWFL's Public Archive here:
nwfolklife.org/archive/

1997 Lonnie Pitchford Performance African Aesthetic In Two Worlds

"She Keeps Me Straight" is a heartfelt blues ballad that echoes the raw beauty of the Mississippi Delta. With twangy slide guitar, gravelly vocals, and haunting rhythms, this track tells a story of redemption and unwavering love. It’s a journey from darkness into light, powered by the soulful guidance of a steadfast partner. Recorded with a vintage aesthetic, the crackling, old-record vibe transports you to a swampy Southern sunset, where the roots of the blues run deep. Perfect for fans of authentic, gritty storytelling and timeless blues traditions.

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She Keeps Me Straight

"Shadow on the Tracks" captures the raw spirit of Delta blues, blending haunting slide guitar with gravelly vocals and evocative rhythms. The song takes you on a soulful journey through history, resilience, and connection, steeped in the essence of the Mississippi Delta. With its powerful imagery and timeless groove, this track is a tribute to those who’ve walked the hard roads and left their stories behind.

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Shadow on the Tracks

"Ghosts on the Bayou" is a haunting blend of Delta blues and bluegrass, featuring hypnotic slide guitar, ethereal humming, and a soulful rhythm. This instrumental captures the eerie beauty of a moonlit swamp, evoking the timeless mystique of the South. Perfect for fans of atmospheric, roots-inspired music.

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Ghosts on the Bayou

"Soul Beneath the Ashes" is a deeply personal Delta blues track with twangy slide guitar, gravelly vocals, and haunting rhythms. It weaves pain and hope into a raw, emotional groove, capturing the resilience of the Southern soul.

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Soul Beneath the Ashes

A raw and haunting interpretation of the traditional "In My Time of Dying," featuring twangy slide guitar, gravelly vocals, and swampy rhythms. This soulful track captures the spirit of the Delta and Southern blues traditions.

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In My Time of Dying

A raw and fiery Delta blues track with searing slide guitar, and gravelly vocals. "Southern Crossroads" captures the mysticism and power of pivotal choices under the haunting glow of Delta skies. The song embodies the tension between light and dark, rooted in the unrelenting energy of the Mississippi Delta’s legendary blues traditions.

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Southern Crossroads

"Hands of Steel" is a gritty Delta blues anthem that celebrates the resilience and strength forged through hard work and adversity. With slide guitar, harmonica, and gravelly vocals, it captures the raw spirit of the Mississippi Delta.

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Hands of Steel

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