Oral history interview with Emmylou Harris; 1992 February 14; interview conducted by Paul Kingsbury. 1992 Feb. 14.

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Oral history interview with Emmylou Harris; 1992 February 14; interview conducted by Paul Kingsbury. 1992 Feb. 14.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/58841018

Performer Emmylou Harris discusses her experiences working in the country music industry. Discussion includes her music role models; her folk influence; her experiences as a woman fronting a band; the formation of the original Hot Band; her experiences as an artist; and comments on obstacles facing women in country music.

1 sound cassette (18 minutes)

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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SNAC Resource ID: 7772112

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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Kingsbury, Paul, 1958-

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Harris, Emmylou, 1947-

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Emmylou Harris (born April 2, 1947) is an American singer, songwriter, musician, bandleader, and activist. A highly regarded figure in contemporary music, she is known for having a consistent artistic direction. Harris is considered one of the leading music artists behind the country rock genre in the 1970s and the Americana genre in the 1990s. Her music united both country and rock audiences in live performance settings. Her characteristic voice, musical style and songwriting have been acclaime...