

Discover the captivating history of “In the Pines,” a traditional folk song that has mesmerized audiences for over a century. Artists like Lead Belly, Nirvana, Fantastic Negrito, and Jake Blount have all put their own spin on this celebrated melody.
Lead Belly, the legendary blues and folk musician, popularized “In the Pines” with his 1944 recording for the Library of Congress. Nirvana later brought it back into the spotlight with their unforgettable performance on the live 1994 MTV Unplugged in New York album.
Explore the rich history and unique chord progressions that make this song so iconic, and get inspired to pick up your guitar and play along. If you’d like to delve into the musical notation and tab for this song, join our community at Patreon.com/acousticguitarplus OR purchase the January/February 2024 issue of Acoustic Guitar magazine.

