Company of Folk is thrilled to announce the most recent CD in the Folksongs of Illinois CD collection Folksongs of Illinois #5, Chicago Since 1970. Released in December 2013, this compilation includes: Country ballads, Mexican-American corridos, Coulmiban vallenato, Iranian santour, Bluegrass, Puerto Rican bomba, and Guatamalan marimba, all belonging to Illinois’ rich musical heritage. The collection features archival, live and studio recordings of some of Chicago’s finest musicians along with members of the Old Town School of Folk Music’s staff. An essay and liner notes by musician-historian Clark “Bucky” Halker, Director of Company of Folk, is also included adding significant historical background to volume 5 of the series. The CD may be ordered directly from Company of Folk by check or money order for $15 or find it online at www.cdbaby.com
