Oh, Didn't They Ramble

David Menconi is a journalist, music critic, and author based in Raleigh, North Carolina. His most recent book is Step It Up and Go: The Story of North Carolina Popular Music from Blind Boy Fuller and Doc Watson to Nina Simone and Superchunk.

An admiring tribute [and] well-researched celebration of Rounder's influence and accomplishments."-Kirkus Reviews A richly detailed presentation of the facts [Menconi] uncovered through research and countless interviews. . . . Oh, Didn't They Ramble tells an important story in an entertaining and informative way. If you only read one book about music this year, this should be the one."-Bluegrass Today With extensive access to Rounder artists, staff, and founders Ken Irwin, Marian Leighton Levy, and Bill Nowlin . . . David Menconi is able to tell Rounder's story, from its humble but audacious and idealistic beginnings to becoming one of the most influential record labels in the history of recorded music."-Bluegrass Situation A terrific piece of writing. Oh, Didn't They Ramble isn't just a book. It's a guide to our essential musical past." -Greg Kot, Sound Opinions David Menconi does a masterful job of documenting the impact of the roots music label that started as it's three founders sold records out of their van at bluegrass festivals and from the basement of their house."-Americana Highways Filled with period photos of the founders and the acts and festivals they supported, Oh, Didn't They Ramble is essential reading for bluegrass fans hungry to learn the inside story on one of the most influential and impactful record labels ever in bluegrass music. Highly recommended."-Bluegrass Unlimited