“Hit The Road and Go” Combines Great Vocal, Instrumental Performances
Rick Amburgey
Posted On May 31, 2017
Imagine a first date where you play music together? Then, not only does the relationship turn into a marriage, but the their music partnership turns into a great bluegrass band. That’s exactly how it started for Michael and Jennifer McLain, both of which come from an impressive musical backgrounds.
They play quite a bit in Tennessee. Michael and Jennifer McLain are regulars at Arrington Vineyard, a winery owned by Kix Brooks and located about 25 miles outside Nashville. They also can sometimes be seen on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry. Michael and Jennifer McLain also have been featured on NPR and PBS’ Song of the Mountains.
Michael and Jennifer McLain’s band also features some well-known musicians as well. They play with Dan Kelly, who is a well-known and much-awarded fiddler. Kori Caswell is also there keeping perfect time on bass.
When you put all the vocal abilities and instrumental talent together, it is impossible not to have a great CD. The talent and experience Michael and Jennifer have gained throughout their career is evident with this collection of songs.
The “Hit The Road And Go” CD begins with is “This Old Heart (Is Gonna Rise Again),” which is a positive look at breaking up. The song is about someone who isn’t going to give up on finding love and believes good things will happen, despite currently dealing with a broken heart. The song sets a tone of optimism that is present through most of this CD. That is one reason that it’s such a pleasure to listen to the “Hit The Road and Go” CD.
Two of the most memorable songs on the CD happen to be gospel songs. “Jesus, Hold My Hand” and “I’m Ready To Go Home” fit perfectly on this CD.
