Linda Fahey
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The Rogers sisters say this murder ballad both offers perspective on a character they introduced in an earlier song and reflects their own career challenges.
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The two Americana singers tackle a sweet ballad from Carll's new album, Lovers And Leavers, at the 30A Songwriters Festival in Florida.
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Watch the singer-songwriter spin a tale of faith-healing and the supernatural in "Following A Sign."
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Sexton calls "Do It Daily" the "Memphis, 1962 portion" of his new album, Mixtape Of The Open Road. Watch him perform the song live in the studio.
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From solo acoustic sketches to orchestral arrangements, the year had great roots music for everyone.
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The bluegrass trio has traded in the campfires of Ithaca, N.Y., for the clubs and honky tonks of Nashville. Hear the band perform its new song, "Pack Up Joe."
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It was a banner year for the acoustic guitar. NPR Music partner Folk Alley presents the best the genre had to offer.
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The folk-country band's lead singer has worked with Yo-Yo Ma and Chris Thile. Watch her perform "Red & White & Blue & Gold," for Folk Alley.
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Though Guthrie died in 1967, his 100th birthday is a celebration of not only one man's legacy, but also songs that have given a voice to working folks everywhere. Hear a mix that demonstrates how Guthrie's stage presence, poetics and grasp on musical performance remain influential to this day.