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Chad Mitchell Trio
10,082 listeners
In 1959 when the University of Gonzaga Glee Club disbanded, three of its members, William Chadbourne Mitchell (aka Chad), Mike Kobluk and M… read moreIn 1959 when the University of Gonzaga Glee Club disbanded, three of its members, William Chadbourne Mitchell (aka Chad), Mike Kobluk and Mike Pugh formed a trio.They decided Chad's name sounded the best and dubbed their new act acc… read moreIn 1959 when the University of Gonzaga Glee Club disbanded, three of its members, William Chadbourne Mitchell (aka Chad), Mike Kobluk and Mike Pugh formed a trio.They decided Chad's name sounded the best and dubbed their new act accordingly. They came to the attention of Father Reinard Beav… read more
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Noel Paul Stookey
13,508 listeners
Noel Paul Stookey is "Paul" of Peter, Paul, and Mary. While continuing irregular gigs with the trio, he has continued a solo car… read moreNoel Paul Stookey is "Paul" of Peter, Paul, and Mary. While continuing irregular gigs with the trio, he has continued a solo career, with a folk and folk-rock tradition. His songs frequently include Christian themes. View wikiNoel Paul Stookey is "Paul" of Peter, Paul, and Mary. While continuing irregular gigs with the trio, he has continued a solo career, with a folk and folk-rock tradition. His songs frequently include Christian themes. View wiki
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The Serendipity Singers
7,573 listeners
The Serendipity Singers hit the charts briefly in the mid-60's and made their contribution to music through folk, pop and even some sh… read moreThe Serendipity Singers hit the charts briefly in the mid-60's and made their contribution to music through folk, pop and even some show tunes. The group was formed at the University of Colorado by students Bryan Sennet, Mike Brovsk… read moreThe Serendipity Singers hit the charts briefly in the mid-60's and made their contribution to music through folk, pop and even some show tunes. The group was formed at the University of Colorado by students Bryan Sennet, Mike Brovsky and Brooks Hatch. They assembled a group that comprised ni… read more
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Mary Travers
8,941 listeners
Mary Travers (November 9, 1936 – September 16, 2009), born Mary Ellin Travers in Louisville, Kentucky. Travers was a member of the folk gro… read moreMary Travers (November 9, 1936 – September 16, 2009), born Mary Ellin Travers in Louisville, Kentucky. Travers was a member of the folk group Peter, Paul & Mary, one of the most successful folk-singing groups of the 1960s. The group … read moreMary Travers (November 9, 1936 – September 16, 2009), born Mary Ellin Travers in Louisville, Kentucky. Travers was a member of the folk group Peter, Paul & Mary, one of the most successful folk-singing groups of the 1960s. The group Peter, Paul and Mary launched in 1961 and broke up in 1970, … read more
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Peter Yarrow
8,152 listeners
Peter Yarrow (born in New York City on 31 May 1938 ; died 7 January 2025) was an American singer remembered for co-founding the 1960s folk … read morePeter Yarrow (born in New York City on 31 May 1938 ; died 7 January 2025) was an American singer remembered for co-founding the 1960s folk music trio Peter, Paul & Mary and for co-writing (with Leonard Lipton) one of the group's… read morePeter Yarrow (born in New York City on 31 May 1938 ; died 7 January 2025) was an American singer remembered for co-founding the 1960s folk music trio Peter, Paul & Mary and for co-writing (with Leonard Lipton) one of the group's most famous songs, "Puff, the Magic Dragon". Yarr… read more
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The Chad Mitchell Trio
4,649 listeners
The Chad Mitchell Trio was a popular folk music group during the 1960s. The group became known for their willingness to perform both seriou… read moreThe Chad Mitchell Trio was a popular folk music group during the 1960s. The group became known for their willingness to perform both serious and satirical songs that criticized current events and news-makers, compared to the typical … read moreThe Chad Mitchell Trio was a popular folk music group during the 1960s. The group became known for their willingness to perform both serious and satirical songs that criticized current events and news-makers, compared to the typical 'folk music' groups of their time. The original group … read more
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Joan Baez & Bob Dylan
9,703 listeners
Baez first met Dylan in 1961 at Gerde's Folk City in Greenwich Village. At the time, Baez had already released her debut album and her… read moreBaez first met Dylan in 1961 at Gerde's Folk City in Greenwich Village. At the time, Baez had already released her debut album and her popularity as the emerging "Queen of Folk" was on the rise. Baez was initially unimpres… read moreBaez first met Dylan in 1961 at Gerde's Folk City in Greenwich Village. At the time, Baez had already released her debut album and her popularity as the emerging "Queen of Folk" was on the rise. Baez was initially unimpressed with the "urban hillbilly," but was impressed … read more
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Glenn Yarbrough
13,910 listeners
Glenn Robertson Yarbrough (January 12, 1930 – August 11, 2016) was an American folk singer. He was the lead singer with the Limeliters from… read moreGlenn Robertson Yarbrough (January 12, 1930 – August 11, 2016) was an American folk singer. He was the lead singer with the Limeliters from 1959 to 1963. He also had a prolific solo career, recording on various labels. Yarbrough was born… read moreGlenn Robertson Yarbrough (January 12, 1930 – August 11, 2016) was an American folk singer. He was the lead singer with the Limeliters from 1959 to 1963. He also had a prolific solo career, recording on various labels. Yarbrough was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and grew up in New York City. Afte… read more
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John McCutcheon
14,599 listeners
John McCutcheon has emerged as one of our most respected and loved folksingers. As an instrumentalist, he is a master of a dozen different … read moreJohn McCutcheon has emerged as one of our most respected and loved folksingers. As an instrumentalist, he is a master of a dozen different traditional instruments, most notably the rare and beautiful hammer dulcimer. His songwriting has … read moreJohn McCutcheon has emerged as one of our most respected and loved folksingers. As an instrumentalist, he is a master of a dozen different traditional instruments, most notably the rare and beautiful hammer dulcimer. His songwriting has been hailed by critics and singers around the globe. His twe… read more
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Mike Seeger
15,590 listeners
Mike Seeger (August 15, 1933 – August 7, 2009) was an American folk musician and folklorist. At 25, along with John Cohen and Tom Paley, h… read moreMike Seeger (August 15, 1933 – August 7, 2009) was an American folk musician and folklorist. At 25, along with John Cohen and Tom Paley, he became a founding member of the New Lost City Ramblers. His famous musical family includes siste… read moreMike Seeger (August 15, 1933 – August 7, 2009) was an American folk musician and folklorist. At 25, along with John Cohen and Tom Paley, he became a founding member of the New Lost City Ramblers. His famous musical family includes sister Peggy Seeger and half-brother Pete Seeger. He was exposed … read more