Today, we honour the legacy of Harriet Tubman, celebrate the birth of guitar great Ronnie Earl, and revisit the historic 1972 Gary Convention.
IN THIS EPISODE:
[00:00] – Introduction
[00:43] – The Cultural Landscape
[01:20] – The Political Climate
[01:56] – Exploring The Music
[02:26] – Births
[02:56] – Passings
[03:26] – Conclusion
KEY FIGURES MENTIONED:
Harriet Tubman (1822–1913)
Luis Russell (1902–1963)
Ronnie Earl (1953–Present)
LaVern Baker (1929–1997)
Ernestine Anderson (1928–2016)
MUSIC:
LaVern Baker – Tweedle Dee
Ronnie Earl & The Broadcasters – I’ll Take Care of You
Ernestine Anderson – Never Make Your Move Too Soon
FURTHER READING:
Political – The National Black Political Convention
Music – Luis Russell
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