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Legend of Lead Belly

90% | Jan 01, 2013 | Documentary, Music

Huddie Ledbetter was born into poverty, battled racism, and did time, but in spite of his early hardships, or perhaps because of them, he became one of the great musicians of the 20th century. We trace the life and career of Lead Belly, a man praised by critics and revered by artists, whose unique music crossed a host of genres and influenced countless industry legends, from The Beatles to Led Zeppelin to Nirvana and beyond.

Featured Crew

Alan Ravenscroft
Director

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Lead Belly
Self / Archive Footage (as Huddie Ledbetter)

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