Steep Canyon Rangers - Every River

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It’s been said every man has a need to find his glory
Tooth and nail his fortune at any cost
But I see it plain in the fields laid out before me
All not gained in honest shall be lost

Oh the careless way we cast aside the cries of a stranger
What a ruthless age and it preys upon us all
Somewhere ‘neath the anguish and the anger
Sweet charity’s there just waiting on a call

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Oh sister don’t you know it well
You can sow the seed but you just can’t tell
Oh from the father to the soldier's son
Love’s gonna keep them, every one
Oh let the hallelujah play
Sing it together in the old-time way
Every stone must fall, every fear must fade
Every river’s got to carry on

Can’t you hear the wretched wheels filled with disaster
Listen to the wreck and rumble of the mighty gears
Bolts of war they’re falling, falling faster everyday
All on a whim and a whisper in the tyrant’s ear

But we shall not cave to to a house of deception
We shall not cave to the kings living only for the crown
Steady on through the seas of desperation
Oh captain won’t you set that compass for the common ground

{Chorus}
Oh sister don’t you know it well
You can sow the seed but you just can’t tell
Oh from the father to the soldiers son
Love’s gonna keep them, every one
Oh let the hallelujah play
Sing it together in the old-time way
Every stone must fall, every fear must fade
Every river’s got to carry on

{Chorus}
Oh sister don’t you know it well
You can sow the seed but you just can’t tell
Oh from the father to the soldier's son
Love’s gonna keep them, every one
Oh let the hallelujah play
Sing it together in the old-time way
Every stone must fall, every fear must fade
Every river’s got to carry on
Every stone must fall, every fear must fade
Every river’s got to carry on

Release Date: July 21, 2020

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The Steep Canyon Rangers are a progressive bluegrass band that was formed in Chapel Hill, North Carolina in 1999. The band was initially comprised of Graham Sharp on banjo and harmony vocals, Woody Platt on guitar and lead vocals, and Charles R. Humphrey III on bass and harmony vocals. The trio met while attending the University of North Carolina and bonded over their shared love of acoustic music.

As they began playing impromptu jam sessions together, the group found themselves drawn to the traditional sounds of bluegrass music. Their sound continued to evolve when mandolin player Mike Guggino joined the band, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a deep love for the genre.

The band's big break came in 2009 when actor and banjo player Steve Martin joined forces with them, giving them a major boost in popularity. The collaboration with Martin helped bring the Steep Canyon Rangers to a wider audience, allowing them to showcase their unique blend of traditional bluegrass and modern influences.

With their impressive musicianship and heartfelt songwriting, the Steep Canyon Rangers have become a staple in the bluegrass music scene. They continue to tour and record music, captivating audiences with their energetic performances and infectious sound.