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Thread #96602   Message #1270966
Posted By: GUEST,Hootenanny
13-Sep-04 - 07:13 AM
Thread Name: Lyr/Chords/Origin: Train on the Island
Subject: RE: Origins: train on the island
The most well known version of the tune among string band fans is by Uncle Norman Edmonds of Galax, Virginia recorded in 1927. It has recently been re-issued (yet again) but this time at the correct playing speed.
There are other versions but which years are you speaking of ?

Can't be of help re Roving Wolves I'm afraid, nearest I can get is "Wolves a Howling" but this is mainly a fiddle tune. It has been recently released however with words by Bruce Molsky on the Rounder label I believe and the CD title is "Wolves a Howling".

Good hunting, good listening