Why did you decide to rework Bukka White’s traditional “Fixin’ to Die” and center the album around it? “Fixin’ to Die” is a song I’ve been playing for years. I actually learned it from Bob Dylan’s first record, but my version has always taken on a life of its own. I revived it last summer, when I did a solo acoustic tour opening for Jack Johnson. When I brought it to the Avetts, they added the big kick-drum clap beat in the beginning that almost sounds like Queen’s “We Will Rock You.” I was apprehensive at first, but I decided to keep an open mind. It was a unique approach that ended up being awesome.
Download the title track of G. Love’s new album, “Fixin’ to Die” and 10 more fresh tracks of regional roots music from the latest Blue Ridge Outdoors Trail Mix.
