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Joan Baez Revives Guthrie's Message Amid Rising Fascism

8/15/2025

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  • Joan Baez revived Woody Guthrie's song "Deportee" during the 2017 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
  • Shamus Records released "Woody At Home" on August 14, showcasing 22 previously unheard recordings.
  • Guthrie's family seeks to share his anti-authoritarian message with new audiences in response to rising fascism in the U.S.