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Born in Mooringsport, Louisiana in the late 1880s, Lead Belly carved a fascinating career, recording over 500 songs before making his final performance at a concert at Carnegie Hall in 1949. He left a powerful legacy, with his work having being widely covered by the likes of The Beach Boys, Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan and Nirvana.

Archive listings for Lead Belly Fest

Work type: Concert.

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Iconic folk-blues singer, songwriter and guitarist Huddie "Lead Belly" Ledbetter, famed for his vast repertoire of songs and incredible influence, will be celebrated in a special night of music at the Royal Albert Hall. Paying tribute at Lead Belly Fest will be the legendary Van Morrison, musical maestro Jools Holland, Animals frontman Eric Burdon, Manfred Mann singer Paul Jones, Rose Royce's Gwen Dickey and former Dr. Hook & The Medicine Show vocalist Dennis Locorriere.Performer Van Morrison. Performer Jools Holland. Performer Eric Burdon. Performer Paul Jones. Performer Gwen Dickey. Performer Dennis Locorriere. Performer Josh White Jr. Performer Laurence Jones. Performer Eric Bibb. Performer Gemma Ray. Performer Ruby Turner. Performer Slim Chance. Group/Band Blues Inc. Musical Director Mick Rogers.

15 Jun 15

Royal Albert Hall, Inner London :: V221
listing details L1298861423

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