It's the debut album of The Last Old Man.

Early in this new century Larry Rader came up with the concept of a CD: a collection of standard traditional West Virginia string band tunes with an innovative addition: Cajun accordion.

He called Jim Costa to play fiddle, Tracy Schwarz for the Cajun accordion duties, and later, Andrew Dunlap to draw it all together on guitar.

Progress was intentionally slow but constant. Audiences cheered in Boone, NC, Berea, KY, and in several locations in West Virginia while the band rehearsed and experimented extensively with repertoire, food and conversation. The result was a natural evolution, the creation of a band.

So, here it is - Larry's concept: The Last Old Man!

"When Larry invited me to be a part of the Last Old Man, I have to admit I was a little hesitant at first," says Andrew Dunlap. "I figured they probably just needed someone who actually wasn't an old man to help them with things like driving after dark, remembering to bring their instruments to a show, or reading the fine print on the Cracker Barrel menus. While I eventually did do all these things, I also learned quite a bit and had a great time. I hope you enjoyed listening to this CD as much as we enjoyed making it."

Adds Jim Costa, "I have a great time when I play music with these fellows. The most fun was had on our trip to and from Eunice, LA and the concert there at the Liberty Theater where the Cajun people were so receptive to our 'mix.'What great folks and food - hoping for a next time."

Tracy Schwarz, known to many for his years of work with the legendary Lost City Ramblers, says, "I'm honored to have been asked to perform and record with the Last Old Man. I've enjoyed every minute of it and I'm proud as punch of this CD."

And what says the founder? "Everybody's always looking for the last old man," says Larry Rader. "Well - here we are!"