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Since 1959, Seeger has written hundreds of songs. Those who regard Joni
Mitchell, Carole King, and Laura Nyro as the first generation of
singer-songwriters to craft material from women's experiences should
think again. Seeger is a missing link between the 1950s American
folk-song revival and women's liberation; the guitar-toting chanteuses
of the 1970s could not have existed without either of those movements. - Laura Pellegrinellli, The Village Voice
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In a world where stars can fade by age 25, it is great to review an album by a lady approaching her 70th birthday who has entertained and enlightened us for half a century. I believe that the second part of that accolade is the more important in assessing this diva of folk. Her songs always entertain but by making us think she achieves her greatest hold.
- Rambles
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I came away from the auditorium holding back tears from the emotional impact of Peggy’s performance, and with a comforting, warm glow inside, a feeling of serious privilege at being in her company once again. I treasure every moment. Love will linger on…
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