Cisco Houston
American folk singer-songwriter
Born
August 18th, 1918
106 years ago
Died
1961
64 years ago — 43 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in the American folk music revival, contributed to the genre through performances and recordings. Collaborated with notable artists, including Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger, and played a significant role in the tradition of folk music during the 1940s and 1950s. Recorded for Folkways Records and released several albums that celebrated labor songs and regional folk traditions. Known for a rich vocal style and fingerstyle guitar playing, influencing subsequent generations of folk musicians.
Recorded iconic folk music albums
Collaborated with Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger
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