Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon teamed up with Irish folk veterans the Chieftains for the group’s 50th anniversary celebration: Voice of Ages, a collaborative LP co-starring guests the Decemberists, the Low Anthem, the Civil Wars, Pistol Annies, Lisa Hannigan, and more.
The album doesn’t arrive until next month, but today brings a taste of what’s to come in the form of 19th century Appalachian murder ballad “Down in the Willow Garden,” featuring Vernon’s gorgeous, reverent turn on vocals. Hear the excellent track and this seamless melding of folk-minded souls above.