IC 1119

This rare release from 1980 features ten original songs by Tom Gruning. With a cast of outstanding players, including Dick Weissman on banjo and mandolin, this is one album you won't want to miss!

"Midnight Lullabye was a change of pace for the Inner City label in 1981, an album by a folk singer who could also play jazz. Performing his original music, Tom Gruning displays an expressive voice, fine guitar playing and philosophical lyrics. He is assisted by pianist Jim Ridi, bassist Ron Bland, drummer Tom Rocko Tilton, Dick Weissman on banjo and mandolin and several guest horn players. Ranging from modern folk music to country and jazz, Midnight Lullabye is still considered Tom Gruning’s finest recording." -Scott Yanow

• Silk Purses, Sow's Ears Tom Gruning (3:40)
• Joe Small Tom Gruning (5:10)
• Up For Grabs Tom Gruning (3:41)
• You and the Blues and Me Tom Gruning (3:42)
• The Madwoman Tom Gruning (3:10)
• Rocko's Back Tom Gruning (2:52)
• Creepin' Cretin Tom Gruning (5:50)
• Sad State of Affairs Tom Gruning (2:35)
• Same Dream Blues Tom Gruning (4:22)
• Midnight Lullabye Tom Gruning (4:24)