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Pete Seeger: The Storm King: Stories, Narratives, Poems: Spoken Word Set to a World of Music Audiobook
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Gems from the life of one of the most influential figures in American music!
Pete Seeger: The Storm King audio collection presents Pete Seeger's spoken words as he captivatingly recounts his most engaging stories, narratives, and poems-set to new music created by nearly 50 musicians from traditions as diverse as African Music, Blues, Bluegrass, Classical Guitar, Folk, Jazz, and Native American Music, Pete's wisdom and stories out to new audiences and into a new technological age.
Each piece is unique in sound and emotion and also in how it came together. Jeff Haynes, world-renowned percussionist and producer, has worked closely with Pete to create something spectacular -- weaving Pete's words to the music of artists from around the world who would not otherwise have shared a stage with Pete but who have been deeply influenced by him.
The result is astounding.
"It brings out things in my words that I never knew before." -- Pete Seeger
"Pete's still finding the hope and planting the seeds . . . and keeping us invigorated in our own best intentions." -- Dar Williams
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“This marvelous presentation ofPete Seeger’s words and music is a gift to all lovers of folk music, as well asanyone interested in the history of civil protest in America. The programcombines Seeger’s captivating stories about his life and times with some of hismost famous songs and well-chosen music from other folk traditions. ProducerJeff Haynes has combined the elements with care, incorporating interestingmusic—from bluegrass to Celtic to African—that enhances without getting in theway of Seeger’s marvelous reminiscences. Those deservedly hold center stage. Beforewarned that listening will make you smile so much that your face will hurt.Listen anyway. You’ll love every moment. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award.”
— AudioFile
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Pete Seeger and percussionist/producer Haynes present one of the most original and inspired audiobooks of the last decade with this collection of stories, songs, music, and musings, straight from the mouth and mind of the legendary folk musician himself. Seeger's words are blended with a variety of world music in what amounts to an unforgettable and groundbreaking listen. As a narrator, Seeger's tone is raw, edgy, and, at times, visceral, as he recounts his life and times. Seeger captures listener attention from the very beginning and never lets go. A must-listen for fans.
— Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Awards
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An AudioFile Editors’ Pick in April 2013
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Winner of the AudioFile Earphones Award
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A 2014 Audie Award Finalist for Best Original Work Narration
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Winner of the 2014 Audie Award for Distinguished Achievement in Production
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A 2013 Grammy Award Nominee for Best Spoken Word Album
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Winner of the 2013 Publishers Weekly Listen-Up Award
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About Pete Seeger
Pete Seeger (1919–2014) was a towering figure in American culture best known for his contributions to the revival of folk music in the United States and his activism. A masterful musician and a commanding spokesman, he remained true to his passions and principles, and his personal stories bear witness to some of our past century’s most scaring and triumphant historic events. He wrote many hit songs, including “Turn, Turn, Turn!”, ”Where Have All the Flowers Gone,” and “We Shall Overcome,” widely recognized as anthems of the 1960s American civil rights movement.