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The Almanac Singers

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The Almanac Singers was an American New York City-based folk music group, active between 1940 and 1943, founded by Millard Lampell, Lee Hays, Pete Seeger, and were joined by Woody Guthrie. The group specialized in topical songs, mostly songs advocating an anti-war, anti-racism and pro-union philosophy. They were part of the Popular Front, an alliance of liberals and leftists, including the Communi…

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Type: Group
Area: New York, New York, United States
Founded: 1940
Dissolved: 1942
Labels: Naxos

MCA Records

Folkways Records

Keynote Records

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Last updated: November 6th, 2018