Songs for the Mississippi River flooding
The Mississippi River is flooding to historic levels. Some are comparing it to the devastating flood of 1927, which a tragedy that inspired a generation of blues artists.
The 1927 flood inspired songs like "When the Levy Breaks" and "Backwater Blues." Nick Spitzer of the show American Routes joined Studio 360 to talk about the influence that the 1927 flood had on the history of music.
-----------------------------------------------------------
PRI's Peabody Award-winning "Studio 360 with Kurt Andersen" from WNYC is public radio's smart and surprising guide to what's happening in pop culture and the arts. Each week, Kurt Andersen introduces you to the people who are creating and shaping our culture. Life is busy -- so let "Studio 360" steer you to the must-see movie this weekend, the next book for your nightstand, or the song that will change your life.
Post your comment