Remembering Merle, released in 1992, is Doc Watson's tribute to his son Merle, who died in a tractor accident on the family property in 1985. Merle Watson had been his father's musical companion and road partner since the late 1960s, developing into an accomplished slide guitarist and second voice whose contributions gave the duo its characteristic intimacy. His death ended a specific and irreplaceable musical chemistry that Doc Watson would spend the remainder of his career navigating. 'New River Train' anchors the album in the shared musical heritage that had united father and son. The album is a document of grief expressed through the medium that Doc Watson knew best.
Tracklist
- 1 Frosty Morn 1:45
- 2 Omie Wise alt version 5:52
- 3 Frankie & Johnny 3:23
- 4 Honey Babe Blues 3:01
- 5 St. James Infirmary 3:53
- 6 Honey Please Don't Go 2:31
- 7 Nancy Rowland/Salt Creek 1:55
- 8 Miss The Mississippi & You 4:20
- 9 Nine Pound Hammer alt version 2:46
- 10 Summertime alt version 3:23
- 11 New River Train Source Recording 3:38
- 12 Black Mountain Rag alt version 2:40
- 13 Southern Lady 3:36
- 14 Mama Don't Allow 5:02
- 15 Blue Suede Shoes 2:37
- 16 Wayfaring Stranger alt version 3:32
- 17 Thoughts Of Never 2:36
