Protest/Roots Music
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The Taming of "This Land Is Your Land"
This Land Is Your Land, one of the most patriotic of songs, was once a sharp commentary on the wealthy and jingoistic. Read on for The Taming of This Land Is Your Land. more...
The Beginnings of Peter, Paul, and Mary
If it were not for a nursery rhyme, there would be no Peter, Paul, and Mary. Read on for the story of their formation. more...
The Best Folk Work Song Playlist for Labor Day
Suite101 compiles the greatest work songs in Folk Music to celebrate Labor Day and the people who made it possible. more...
Woody Guthrie in New York City
From "California to the New York Island," Woody Guthrie traveled America. In New York City, he went from being a folk musician to being the leader of the Folk Scene. more...
It's true, the writer of "This Land is Your Land" was actually a dedicated Communist. Read on for more about the politics of America's greatest folk singer. more...
Ten Facts: Woody Guthrie's Childhood
Woody Guthrie's tragic childhood made him the man that he grew to be. Below are ten facts, integral and interesting, about the Folk legend. more...
The Five Greatest Civil Rights Songs
To honor all those that stood side by side to ensure freedom for all, Suite101 counts down the five greatest songs of the Civil Rights Movement. more...
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By: Erek Barsczewski
Of the many television programs featuring Dylan over his career, none match Quest, which features some of the greatest songs the folk singer ever wrote. more...
Is Bob Dylan Still Freewheelin'?
By: Michael Catley
Bob Dylan, arguably the greatest songwriter of the last century, influenced an entire generation with his words and songs. But does he still appeal to young audiences? more...
Buffy Sainte-Marie, Musician, Artist, Educator
Buffy Sainte-Marie has combined her solid, educational background with a diverse career as performer, educator, electronic artist and social activist. more...
Counter-Culture Celebrates 90 Years
By: Mark Butkus
The counter-culture stepped back into the spotlight when Pete Seeger celebrated his 90th birthday with a little get-together in his hometown of New York City. more...
By: Noreen Mulcahy
On Nobody Left to Crown, Havens performs songs by Jackson Browne and Pete Townshend as well as some original folk-style ballads. more...
Current Events Reflected in Woody Guthrie Songs
By: Noreen Mulcahy
Listening to Woody Guthrie songs now illustrate how history really does repeat itself. From a major economic crisis to politics, these songs could be from today's news. more...
By: Tyson Yunkaporta
Read the lyrics from the Buffy Sainte Marie Song "Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee", with a brief explanation of references to Aboriginal Rights struggle. more...
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