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Ruthann Friedman: The Bronx Folkie
Ruthann Friedman was the furthest thing from "California," but she captured a certain 60s vibe, writing one of the era's most enduring hits.
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Ruthann Friedman was the furthest thing from "California," but she captured a certain 60s vibe, writing one of the era's most enduring hits.

Pete Brown was a Beat poet who found an unexpected niche writing offbeat song lyrics for Cream. Their biggest hits feature his words.

John Hiatt's own performing career has been a little spotty, but his songwriting is in demand by some of the top artists out there.

David Porter is responsible for some of the biggest hits on the Stax label. And one of the most misunderstood lyrics.

Kim Fowley did it all. But his true, controversial genius came out as a producer of acts including The Runaways.