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Peter Seeger (May 3, 1919 – January 27, 2014) was an American folk singer and social activist. He was a fixture on nationwide radio in the 1940s, and had a string of hit records during the early 1950s as a member of The Weavers, notably their recording of Lead Belly 's " Goodnight, Irene ," which topped the charts for 13 weeks in 1950.
His work has inspired countless musicians including Joan Baez, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen and the Dixie Chicks, and his tireless political and environmental activism have galvanized generations of admirers to follow his lead and take action. Life and Career.
Apr 30, 2024 · Pete Seeger (born May 3, 1919, New York City, New York, U.S.—died January 27, 2014, New York City) was a singer who sustained the American folk music tradition and who was one of the principal inspirations for younger performers in the folk revival of the 1960s.
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For nearly 70 years as a performer, Pete Seeger has embodied the ideals of folk music – communication, entertainment, social comment, historical continuity, inclusiveness.
Jan 28, 2014 · Pete Seeger, the singer, folk-song collector and songwriter who spearheaded an American folk revival and spent a long career championing folk music as both a vital heritage and a catalyst for...
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Jan 28, 2014 · A tribute to the influential singer-songwriter and activist who kept folk music alive and inspired generations of musicians. Learn about his life, career, songs and legacy in this comprehensive article.
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Jan 28, 2014 · A major advocate for the folk-style five-string banjo and one of the most prominent folk music icons of his generation, Seeger was also a political and environmental activist. He died Monday at...
