Release Date: 23 March 2018
Label: Smithsonian Folkways
Packaging Type: Digipak
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 093074022429
Release Date: 05 October 2018
Label: Smithsonian Folkways Special
Packaging Type: Gate Fold
No of Units: 2
Barcode: 093074022412
Description
Dom Flemons presents Black Cowboys pays tribute to the music, culture, and the complex history of the golden era of the Wild West. In this single volume of music, the first of its kind, Flemons explores and re-analyzes this important part of our American identity. The songs and poems featured on the album take the listener on an illuminating journey from the trails to the rails of the Old West. This century-old story follows the footsteps of the thousands of African American pioneers who helped build the United States of America. 60 minutes, 40-page booklet with extensive notes and photos.
Description
Dom Flemons Presents 'Black Cowboys' pays tribute to the music, culture, and the complex history of the golden era of the Wild West. In this single volume of music, the first of its kind, Flemons explores and re-analyzes this important part of our American identity. The songs and poems featured on the album take the listener on an illuminating journey from the trails to the rails of the Old West. This century-old story follows the footsteps of the thousands of African American pioneers who helped build the United States of America.
Tracklisting
Tracklisting
Joseph Spence
Lucinda Williams
Lucinda Williams
Elizabeth Cotten
Various Artists: Mike Seeger
Lead Belly
Dom Flemons
Sunny Jain
Dom Flemons
Dom Flemons
