Two Legends. One Film. The Story of Leadbelly (1976)
A Life Well Loved
Huddie ‘Lead Belly’ Ledbetter was one of the most commanding voices American music has ever produced. Born in Louisiana in 1888, his mastery of the 12-string guitar and his vast catalog of blues, folk, and work songs laid the foundation for generations of artists after him.
LEGACY IN FOCUS
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Lead Belly: The Smithsonian Folkways Collection
5 CD, 140-page, large-format book featuring 5 hours of music with 16 unreleased tracks.
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