Murry Hammond is, perhaps, best known as the bass player for The Old 97`s. Do not expect a rehashing of the Old 97`s sound on Hammond`s solo debut. I Don`t Know Where I`m Going... is rooted in traditional folk, country and old-timey. Hammond, always good for a song or two on each Old 97`s release, offers up 17 tracks that seamlessly mixes originals with traditional songs and songs by The Carter Family and Eliza Snow. Producer Mark Neill`s "analog only" recording adds warmth and character to Hammond`s gentle acoustic tales. He can make his living with his day job playing bass for the Old 97`s. Let`s hope this first foray into his solo recording career is only a precursor of more to come. -- Jeff Weiss, Miles of Music (self)
