The Charlie Daniels Band – High Lonesome

Released in 1976 on Epic Records, High Lonesome captures The Charlie Daniels Band at a creative peak — raw, rootsy, and brimming with the Southern energy that made them one of the defining acts of the era. Charlie Daniels, already a respected session musician and songwriter (having played on Bob Dylan's Nashville Skyline), was well into building his own legacy as a bandleader and performer by this point, blending country, blues, bluegrass, and rock into a sound that was entirely his own.

The album showcases Daniels' signature fiddle work alongside gritty guitar and tight ensemble playing. Standout moments include the atmospheric title track "High Lonesome", which leans into the band's Appalachian and bluegrass roots. The record has a warm, live-off-the-floor feel that vinyl brings out beautifully.

This is a great snapshot of the Southern rock and country-rock crossover sound that defined mid-70s Americana — well before The Devil Went Down to Georgia made Daniels a household name.

Record Condition

• Professionally cleaned with a Spin-Clean record washer and stored in a new inner plastic sleeve
• Minor surface scuffs visible under light — plays flawlessly on a quality turntable with no skips
• Minor pops and crackles may be noticed during playback, consistent with the record's age and grade

Jacket Condition

• Decent overall condition
• Scuffed edges, as shown in photos

Catalog Details

• Catalog #: PE 34377
• Side A Matrix: AL-34377-1A-2G

A solid pick for fans of Southern rock, country rock, and classic Americana.