Consummate multi-instrumentalist Derby gets back to basics with the always-versatile Hal Goldstein on "American Roots Vol 1," a patchwork of classic blues, rock, country and folk. "Jungle King" is as gritty and greasy as overcooked mash, led by a sassy harmonica and crunchy electric steel. And "Harvest Moon" is a light and folky lullaby which, with help from the lucid accordion, will arouse dreams of far off places. The no-nonsense craftsmanship in this collection could keep anyone honest. It is a bona fide summation of the steel string-based music that influenced many of the sounds of the 20th century and today