How To Get The Raw Country Sounds Of Chris Stapleton and Sturgill Simpson
Country music has seen a lot of changes over the years. From the ethereal sounds of Hank to the soft countrypolitan style of Patsy and the raucous rhythms of Merle and Buck to the dulcet sounds of Dolly. Heck, country musicians even became pop superstars, thanks to Shania, Garth and Taylor.
But in the midst of these hyper-produced sugar-coated country-pop mega-hits, some modern country artists are revitalizing the roots of the genre. Artists like Sturgill Simpson and Chris Stapleton have become known for their honest, authentic recordings that find more in common with John Prine and less with Florida Georgia Line.
Whether it’s a vocal, an acoustic guitar or a pedal steel, these records make you feel like you’re in the recording studio with the artists. What’s the secret to capturing natural, organic, honest recordings like Sturgill Simpson and Chris Stapleton? Mostly raw talent, but for the rest of us, there’s always good gear and proper mic placement! Continue reading below to learn more about the techniques used to record some of the biggest traditional country records of the last decade.
This is an excerpt from an article originally published on Vintage King. Read the full article here!
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