I too have just finished listening to Jed's new CD - several times - in the car over the weekend.
What a powerful collection of songs!
the very first one out of the chute, Mary McGuill is a beauty about immigration into Texas from Ireland in the 19th century.
I've always liked Jed singing Look Ahead Tommy - another family story about immigration handed down thro' several generations. Evocative box-playing by Tom Leighton.
My personal favorite: The Locket. I played this for a few friends and there wasn't a dry eye in the room. I didn't sing it, I played it on my CD player!
There's one passing chord in the chorus that helps bind the whole thing together. I loved that touch, Jed.
Anyone with an older, ailing parent - especially with Alzheimer's - will identify immediately with this song. I know I did.
Th Ballad of Thomas Higgins is set to the Patriot Game, I believe. Great story about a runaway slave who signs on a whaler out of New Bedford and becomes an invaluable crew member.
Every track is a beaut!
Thanks, Jed.
I'll be purchasing a few copies as gifts for friends, for sure.

Seamus