Episode 125 - Lead Belly - Crimes of the Blues

This week on Brew Crime, we explore the life and legacy of the legendary blues musician Lead Belly. Mike dives into the complex story of a man whose extraordinary talent was matched by a tumultuous life marked by run-ins with the law. Discover how his music and history shed light on the struggles of the blues genre and its ties to systemic injustice.

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lead_Belly
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https://pleasekillme.com/lead-belly-legacy/
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https://www.nps.gov/locations/lowermsdeltaregion/leadbelly.htm
https://jazz.fm/lead-belly-jim-crow-blues/
https://www.openculture.com/2013/01/only_known_footage_of_lead_belly.html
https://64parishes.org/the-far-reaching-legacy-of-lead-belly
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https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Lead_Belly
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PsfcUZBMSSg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXhAZ8WE4T0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fii6PX0-VXs

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