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Jesse Welles: A Folksinger for Our Time
When we think of folksingers, it conjures up decades past. However, Arkansas' Jesse Welles has emerged as a bard for the 21st century.
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The Lions That Sleep Tonight: How a Piece of South African Improvisation Went Global
You know the Tokens' version of "The Lion Sleeps Tonight." But the story on this classic piece of rock history goes way back -- and still generates controversy.
Pete Seeger At 100: A Fresh Look
Pete Seeger remains a national treasure of American folk music. A new project marking his 100th birthday offers unexpected collaborations on some of his best songs.
Walk the Walk, Sing the Song, Write the Book
From Sammy Davis, Jr. to Miriam Makeba, Bono and Joan Baez – these intimate books turn the life of a musician inside out. The experience ain’t what you might think it is.
Helping Haiti With a Song or Two
Pete Seeger, They Might Be Giants, and Emily Curtis are making sweet music for a really good cause.