Orphan Of The Storm (Petty/Mudcrutch cover)

Kathryn Severing Fox — lead vocals, background vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, Wurlitzer, Mellotron, violin & viola
Chad Elliott—background vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar (7) & harmonica
Bryan Vanderpool — background vocals (2,5,13,14), acoustic guitar (2), drums & auxiliary percussion
Stephy D. Graham — upright bass
Seth Hedquist — acoustic guitar (2), acoustic slide guitar (13) & electric guitar (8,11)
Sweet Beginnings lyrics by Michelle Quednow
Midwest Country Waltz co-written with Chad Elliott
Produced and engineered by Bryan Vanderpool at Golden Bear Studios
Album cover artwork by Chad Elliott
Album designed by Blake Van Houten
Photographs by Andy Lyons
Mastering by Nathan James at Vault Mastering
All songs (except otherwise specified) written by Kathryn Severing Fox
Release date: 09.23
Special thanks to Jeremy Fox, Marie & Richard Severing, Michelle Quednow, Chad Elliott, Liz Severing, all family and friends & Kickstarter donors for your support and inspiration!
© All Rights Reserved

Kathryn Severing Fox - 01 - Sweet Beginnings V2-230802

The Beatles were a profound influence on so many of us that grew up during the 60’s, musically, culturally and emotionally. The frenzy they stirred while somehow mostly evoking a certain playful joy will never cease to touch my memories of growing up with hope and enthusiasm. This song covers one of their beautiful old-school ballads, written by John Lennon, and providing a bit of a contrast to their signature rocking hits. It was released in 1963 as a single that ended up on their 1964 album, “Meet The Beatles”. I’ve always loved how it pulled together a bit of the 50’s slow-dance beauty with John’s emotive vocal delivery and the groups tight harmonies and overall Beatles vibe. Happily, Nat was glad to give this cover a go as we revved it up with a somewhat country-bluegrass feel while trying to hold onto some of that Fab 4 charm.

Craig Durgy: vocals & guitars 
Nat Daniels: vocals, organ, dobro/synth, bass, percussion
Mixed & produced by Nat Daniels / Gentle Rain Records

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This Boy

This Boy (Beatles cover)

"A Quiet Room" is played on a Jeff Bamburg FSC guitar. Carpathian Spruce/Macassar Ebony, DADGAD tuning. A short tune which gradually "earned" its title as I made my way through composing this piece. Recorded Feb/2025. Thanks to all who might have a listen to this new track!

A QUIET ROOM

This is an original folk ballad with Irish nuances to fit the Saint Patrick’s Day spirit of the love story it tells. The tale of one fateful day in a crowded pub that leads to an annual ritual of love and longing.

Craig Durgy: guitar & vocals
Nat Daniels: piano, tin whistle, bass, percussion & vocals
All music written and performed by Daniels & Durgy
Produced by Nat Daniels of Gentle Rain Records ©2025

Lyrics:
It’s ten in the morning, I sit in my car, 
The late winter sun settles in
I wait for a sign from the door of the bar, 
To beckon me enter, again

Today of all days, when the Danny Boy plays, 
I’m here where the story began
The day was the same, when in Saint Paddy’s name, 
I stood by the wall near the band

When out of the din, three ladies walked in, 
And one of them caused me to stare
Oh, I looked her over, this four-leaf clover, 
With a green ribbon bow in her hair
 
I finished my beer and ordered a chaser, 
And when I returned to the wall
There stood the ladies, and I had to face her, 
But no words came to me at all

I gave her a glance, saw a shift in her stance, 
The music poured on us like rain
And all I could do was to ask her to dance, 
And she smiled, how that memory remains

Cause we danced through the afternoon, many a pint, 
She laughed when I sang Black and Tans
And when the pipes played at the end of the night, 
My heart was alive in her hands

Her name was Diana from Billings, Montana, 
That rhyme I will never forget
She said it real loud to get over the crowd, 
And I can’t get her out of my head

Though neither of us could claim Irish descent, 
We kissed till the dawn had arrived
With one last kiss more, out my door the girl went, 
And the memories are all that survived

Of that St. Patrick’s Day, and a lady so fare, 
With a green ribbon bow in her hair
I’ll be here every year, while she’s out there somewhere, 
With a green ribbon bow in her hair

A Green Ribbon Bow

Soldier's Joy

Original song written and performed by Mark Crawford Williams

Brotherly Love

Freedom's End is played in DADGAD on a 2002 David Flammang 000 guitar.(Adirondack/Honduran Mahogany). 

The picture is a reflection of the flag against a window of the 1870's Rose Island Lighthouse off Newport Rhode Island. I was playing for a small gathering at their Summer Solstice Program when I looked up and saw this remarkable image with wind, and lighting providing just the right moment for this shot. 

Thanks for listening and following along. Recorded March of '25.

FREEDOM'S END

Here’s another old favorite song of mine, written by Baker Knight in the 50’s and recorded by many folks before and after Elvis’ most famous version, released in 1970. Once again, this is one of my stripped down recordings taken from an i-phone voice memo and transplanted to GarageBand for this final mix I threw together in homage to The King. Interestingly, Baker apparently originally wrote this as a gospel song, about the true King, but I think by now we all just read it as a simple and emotive love song, one of many done so masterfully by Elvis. I hope some folks will enjoy this quick take on it.
🥳This goes out as a special happy birthday wish to my dear friend and partner in all things musical, Nat Daniels. Thanks for all your support and inspiration.🤠

The Wonder of You

The Wonder of You (Elvis cover)

This is an original song I recorded some years ago that describes the transition when seeing your son come of age as you (the parent) has to let go and adjust to a changed role in his life. Some regrets occur, thinking that the time to do certain things with your child has come and gone, perhaps you could/should have done more.
This was recorded back when I wrote it, so my recording techniques were not very advanced and I lost the master, left with just an MP3. I want to thank Nat Daniels and her production skills for helping make the most of improving the sound, although there was only limited opportunity to undo all its flaws. She also added some lovely piano parts to help replace many of my original xylophone parts which had faded considerably. Despite the rough quality, I hope the sentiment conveys. (note: Neddu was a nickname my son was given during his infancy which should help explain the lyrics)

All music written and performed by Craig Durgy
Additional production rework and piano overdubs by Nat Daniels

Lyrics:  Written by Craig Durgy
You won’t need me as you walk out that door
These eighteen years were what a father’s for
But change is not an ending
You know that I’ll be sending my love

Can’t help but feel regrets, a childhood's gone
Lost chances sometimes hit as you move on
I guess that it’s just me though, 
It was just meant to be, so go
And I’ll watch Neddu grow

I still can see you, coming in this world
Red, blue and green, you cried, your flag unfurled
We played, explored together, 
And Mom how you upset her so
Just watching Neddu grow

That day you ran out in the pouring rain
And dashed head first to surf those flooded drains
The raging storm soon hid you
I wondered Ned where did you go

And still a glimpse of all our backyard games
Now all your friends converge, just not the same
I stand here washing dishes, a man here watching wishes blow
Away as Neddu grows

I still can see you, coming in this world
Red, blue and green, you cried, your flag unfurled
We played, explored together, 
And Mom how you upset her so
Just watching Neddu grow

Watching My Son Grow

A song from Hank Williams Sr. Thanks for signing up for my mailing list!

Lost Highway

I’m a later in life hobbyist enjoying making some noise on the guitar!

Orphan Of The Storm (Petty/Mudcrutch cover)

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