Dust Bowl Ballads captures Woody Guthrie at the height of his storytelling powers, chronicling the struggles and hopes of Dust Bowl refugees in his unmistakable folk style. Recorded in 1940, Guthrie’s vivid lyrics and distinctive guitar work paint a moving portrait of hardship and resilience that shaped an era of American history. This seminal album remains a cornerstone of American folk music, offering listeners a window into one of the nation’s most challenging periods.
This 2017 Music On Vinyl release includes an inner sleeve featuring rare photos and original liner notes by Guthrie himself, providing deeper insight into the man behind the music. All tracks are preserved from the original sessions, making Dust Bowl Ballads an essential piece for fans of classic folk, world, and country music, as well as those seeking authentic voices from America’s musical past.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Music On Vinyl
- Genre: Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 2017
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TRACKS
A1. The Great Dust Storm (Dust Storm Disaster)
A2. I Ain't Got No Home
A3. Talking Dust Bowl Blues
A4. Vigilante Man
A5. Dust Can't Kill Me
A6. Pretty Boy Floyd
A7. Dust Pneumonia Blues
B1. Blowin' Down This Road (I Ain't Going To Be Treated This Way)
B2. Tom Joad - Part 1
B3. Tom Joad - Part 2
B4. Dust Bowl Refugee
B5. Do Re Mi
B6. Dust Bowl Blues
B7. Dusty Old Dust (So Long It's Been Good To Know Yuh)
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