For a performer who never dreamt of being a “folksinger,” Dave Van Ronk left a deep mark on the entire folksong revival. His jazz-trained voice, masterful guitar technique, and sharp wit endeared him to audiences everywhere; his generosity of spirit earned him friendship with artists such as Phil Ochs, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Mississippi John Hurt, and Christine Lavin. This October 2001 recording of his last concert features the incomparable “Mayor of MacDougal Street” at his lively best.
1 Down South Blues
2 Dave Speaks
3 You’ve Been a Good Old Wagon
4 Dave Speaks
5 Don’t You Leave Me Here
6 Dave Speaks
7 Did You Hear John Hurt?
8 Dave Speaks
9 Green, Green Rocky Road
10 Dave Speaks
11 Jelly Jelly
12 Nobody Knows You When You’re Down and Out
13 Dave Speaks
14 One Meatball
15 Buckets of Rain
16 Dave Speaks
17 Sometime (Whatcha Gonna Do)
18 Sportin’ Life Blues
19 Dave Speaks
20 Ace in the Hole
21 Dave Speaks
22 St. James Infirmary
23 Thank You
24 Urge for Going