The 25th Anniversary Edition of Reel & Rock!

the 25th Anniversary Edition with Merle and Doc Watson

The 25th Anniversary Edition of Reel & Rock!

This is the 25th Anniversary edition, with extended liner notes and some truly great music. Originally recorded in 1985 and voted the “Best Traditional Folk Recording of the Year.” This was Merle Watson’s last recording and every note sparkles.The Houston Chronicle called it: “A classic. One of the best.”Doc Watson says “It still sounds great after 25 years…lots of fond memories here.”David Holt says “Sometimes magic happens…and we caught that joy in “Reel & Rock.”


Songs include:

  1. Reel & Rock
  2. Free Little Bird
  3. Dixie Darlin’
  4. The Coo Coo
  5. Texas Bound
  6. Preacher and the Bear
  7. I Got You
  8. Sail Away Ladies
  9. Raincrow Bill Goes Up Cripple Creek
  10. Forked Deer
  11. Meeting is Over
  12. Goodbye, Goodbye