I think that's pretty well known. What I didn't realize until I read his Wiki page is that he is one of many Seeger tendrils in folk music, and music in general.
He was instrumental in the effort to clean up the Hudson River, and the region’s environmental movement generally, beginning in the 1960s. Ahead of his time.
" My first clear memory is of finding it online and playing it for my young children, who immediately got its wry social commentary. They referenced the song regularly over the years at appropriate moments, which always delighted me." Sweet, splendid song :)
Seeger was a key figure in the popularization of American folk music.
I think that's pretty well known. What I didn't realize until I read his Wiki page is that he is one of many Seeger tendrils in folk music, and music in general.
Seeger is an icon here in the Hudson Valley. Sadly, his impact is aging out. We need more like him..
As I was reading about his life, I was wondering about that and hoped that you'd enlighten me. Thank you!
He was instrumental in the effort to clean up the Hudson River, and the region’s environmental movement generally, beginning in the 1960s. Ahead of his time.
Could use a T. Paine and a Pete in these batshitcrazy times. Thank you
" My first clear memory is of finding it online and playing it for my young children, who immediately got its wry social commentary. They referenced the song regularly over the years at appropriate moments, which always delighted me." Sweet, splendid song :)