American Songcatcher: Bob Wills

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American Songcatcher: Bob Wills

FromSouthern Songs and Stories

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46 minutes

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Jun 27, 2024

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Welcoming a recent episode of the music history podcast American Songcatcher to our series, courtesy of host and producer Nicholas Edward Williams

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Jun 27, 2024

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Southern Songs and Stories is a documentary series about the music of the South and the artists who make it. We showcase their performances and discover the stories behind their songs with a look at their lives on stage, in the studio and at home as well as the family, friends, fans and music professionals around them.

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