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The Honkytonk Man

BBC Radio 4
on BBC Radio 4 FM

Francis Wilford Smith looks at the work of blues pianist Walter Roland from Alabama. Besides rousing barrelhouse stomps, Roland recorded blues about poverty and disaster during the depression years. He also accompanied singers like Lucille Bogan and Josh White.
Producer Derek Drescher
(First broadcast on Radio 3)

Contributors

Unknown:
Francis Wilford Smith
Pianist:
Walter Roland
Unknown:
Lucille Bogan
Unknown:
Josh White.
Producer:
Derek Drescher
Source: Radio Times

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