Freedom Songs
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Hey, Chris! Two posts on consecutive days. Good to see you back, even if only temporarily. Hope you’re doing OK.
This one brings me to tears every time (Up To The Mountain, written and sung by Patty Griffin):
Beautiful. I love this rendition of “Bridge Over Troubled Water” by Eva Cassidy. I’ve heard her described (lovingly) as the “blackist white gospel singer” ever.
I had never heard this version. Its beautiful. Thanks for sharing it.
Wonderful selections, Chris. I would like to add a link in tribute to Martin Luther King, whose too short life ended by assassination fifty years ago, continues to inspire those who care about equality and compassion.
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2018/04/03/us/mlk-assassination-anniversary.html
And, this, provocative piece from The Rolling Stone:
https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/features/mlk-anniversary-shooting-w518658?