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"Hammers of Steel: The Ballad of John Henry" by Charlotte Blake Alston

"Hammers of Steel: The Ballad of John Henry" by Charlotte Blake Alston

The Apple Seed • Season 2, Episode 23, Segment 1
Jul 21, 2022 • 13m

Charlotte Blake Alston puts a rhythmic spin on the classic folktale of John Henry, where a legendary race between man and machine takes place. Recorded live in The Apple Seed Studio.

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