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Remember the days when Alison Krauss & Union Station could make everything else fade away? Well, they’re back at it with the timeless “Let Me Touch You For Awhile.” From the moment Krauss’s pure, ethereal voice takes flight, you’re transported straight to a shadowy honky-tonk, cradling a whiskey and reflecting on life’s regrets.
The band is as tight as ever, with each note falling into place like the final piece of a puzzle. Jerry Douglas’s soulful dobro cries softly in the background, providing a bittersweet contrast to Krauss’s heavenly vocals. Meanwhile, Dan Tyminski and Ron Block’s harmonies blend so flawlessly, you’d think they were born to sing together.
Taken from their 2001 album New Favorite, this track perfectly encapsulates why AKUS has become a beloved staple in the bluegrass scene. The album’s brilliance didn’t go unnoticed by the Grammy Awards—they crowned it Best Bluegrass Album in 2002. Not too shabby for a group of musicians hailing from Illinois! Alison Krauss still delivers those tender melodies that can make your heart skip a beat.
A Song You’ll Want to Put on Repeat
Krauss’s voice wraps around you like a cozy blanket on a cold evening. One listen, and you’ll be hitting that replay button quicker than a fiddler’s bow. It’s the kind of tune that makes you consider dialing an old flame, even if you know it’s a bad idea.
The music video is a gem, too. With Krauss looking effortlessly stunning in denim as she wanders a nighttime street, it’s got that quintessential country vibe—moody lighting, wistful gazes, and a nostalgic air that almost makes you expect to see Conway Twitty lurking in the shadows.
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Fun fact: Robert Lee Castleman, the songwriter, has been behind quite a few gems for Krauss over the years. It must be something special to have a direct line to one of the most angelic voices in the business!
So, go ahead and give it a spin. Share it with a friend who knows how to appreciate the finer things—like expertly crafted bluegrass and voices that could rival the angels. After all, music this good is meant to be shared!