Woody Guthrie
Known for: Acting
Born: July 14, 1912
Died: October 3, 1967
Woodrow Wilson Guthrie (July 14, 1912 – October 3, 1967) was an American singer-songwriter and composer who was one of the most significant figures in American folk music. His work focused on themes of American socialism and anti-fascism. He inspired several generations both politically and musically with songs such as "This Land Is Your Land". Guthrie wrote hundreds of country, folk, and children's songs, along with ballads and improvised works. Dust Bowl Ballads, Guthrie's album of songs abou…
Known for
This Land Is Your Land: The Animated Kids' Songs of Woody Guthrie
1997
Down the Tracks: The Music That Influenced Bob Dylan
2008
Woody Guthrie: Hard Travelin'
1984
Woody Guthrie: Ain't Got No Home
2006
BBC Arena: Woody Guthrie
1988
Woody Guthrie and the Ghost of Tom Joad Today
2026
To Hear Your Banjo Play
1947
Brownie McGhee & Sonny Terry: Red River Blues 1948-1974
2003
The Fight for Life
1940
Billy Bragg & Wilco: Man in the Sand
2005
All You Need Is Love: The Story of Popular Music
1977
No Direction Home: Bob Dylan
2005
Greenwich Village: Music That Defined a Generation
2013
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
1975