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Iris Luella DeMent (born January 5, 1961) is an American singer-songwriter and musician. DeMent's musical style includes elements of folk, country and gospel. She has been nominated for a Grammy Award twice.
"Iris DeMent makes music that celebrates humanity’s efforts toward salvation, while acknowledging that most of our time on Earth is spent reconciling with the fact that we don’t feel so redeemed. Grounded in hymns, early country songs, gospel and folk, DeMent’s work is treasured by those who know it for its insight and unabashed beauty."
Feb 21, 2023 · Feb. 21, 2023. While writing songs for her seventh album, “Workin’ on a World,” Iris DeMent recalled a vivid memory from her childhood, when she was first struck by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr....
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Feb 24, 2023 · Over the last three decades, singer-songwriter Iris DeMent has gained a cult following of folk, gospel and country music fans.
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Apr 20, 2020 · Since our interview, Iris DeMent tells us she's continued to work on writing new songs for an album she hopes to record in the future.
Jan 12, 2023 · The Arkansas-born, Iowa-based folk legend has announced Workin' on a World, a new album that responds to the sociopolitical challenges that have risen up in the past few years. Its title track...