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John Cowan Hartford (December 30, 1937 – June 4, 2001) was an American folk, country, and bluegrass composer and musician known for his mastery of the fiddle and banjo, as well as for his witty lyrics, unique vocal style, and extensive knowledge of Mississippi River lore.
steamboat pilot, author, artist, disc jockey, calligrapher, dancer, folklorist, father, historian, and frustrated librarian. John Hartford won Grammy awards in three different decades, recorded a catalog of more than 30 albums, and wrote one of the most popular songs of all time, Gentle On My Mind. He was a regular guest.
Jun 5, 2001 · As a songwriter, dancer, top-notch string-musician, and — most of all — as an entertainer, John Hartford was one of acoustic music’s most versatile, talented and engaging iconoclasts. Hartford died...
John Hartford -- Gentle On My Mind. This is the absolute best version of "Gentle On My Mind" (and there are many excellent versions!). This is what started my Hartford obsession!
John Hartford was an American original. He was a musician, songwriter, steamboat pilot, author, artist, disc jockey, calligrapher, dancer, folklorist, father, and historian. Born John Cowan Harford in New York on December 30, 1937, John grew up in St. Louis.
Feb 12, 2013 · John Cowan Hartford (December 30, 1937 -- June 4, 2001) was an American folk,country and bluegrass composer and musician known for his mastery of the fiddle and banjo, as well as for his witty...
Oct 13, 2015 · From September 1988, John Hartford performs his song "Gentle on My Mind", and Glen Campbell joins him on the final verse.
