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John Prine - Rare Performance & Interview.

John Prine
2000s2005InterviewAcousticRare

#johnprine #johnprineinterview #johnprinesongs #johnprinelife #samstone In this rare interview and performance by John Prine, former US poet laureate Ted Kooser asks Prine about his life and songwriting. The interview, which features solo acoustic performances by Prine of many of his songs, was recorded on March 9, 2005 at The US Library of Congress.

About John Prine

John Edward Prine was an American singer-songwriter of country-folk music. Widely cited as one of the most influential songwriters of his generation, Prine was known for his signature blend of humorous lyrics about love, life, and current events, often with elements of social commentary and satire, as well as sweet songs and melancholy ballads. He was active as a composer, recording artist, live performer, and occasional actor from the early 1970s until his death.

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