No Root, No Fruit
A history of folk, roots, and americana music--one record at a time. Written, produced, & hosted by Matt Watroba.
No Root, No Fruit
Mississippi John Hurt Today With Garnet Rogers
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Mississippi John Hurt Today
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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Mississippi John Hurt made his first recordings in 1928. He didn't record again until 1963. His guitar playing has influenced thousands. He recorded "Today" for Vanguard Records in 1966. Let's dive into what made this sweet, gentle and talented man so influential. My friend Rev. Robert Jones helps me go track by track, and Canadian singer songwriter, Garnet Rogers talks about Mississippi John's profound influence.