Using bluegrass tradition as a starting point, then exploring various musical idioms ranging from Celtic to rock and country to folk, all infused with enduring lyrical storytelling and innate pop sensibilities, Railroad earth have unearthed and delivered a truly original Americana sound. Railroad Earth's powerful live experiences have finally been captured on their first ever live double-album ELKO! Recorded during their 2005 spring tour, this album captures all the timeless qualities without compromising the unpredictable nature that is at the core of a Railroad Earth concert.