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Blind Gary Davis

Documentary

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Release Date

January 1, 1964

Duration

11 min

Status

Released

Language

en

Overview

A short documentary on the "Harlem Street Singer," blues artist Rev. Gary Davis. Features footage of his neighborhood, Davis talking about his upbringing, and two performances including "Death Don't Have No Mercy." Benefiting from New York's folk revival in the 1960s, Davis influenced artists such as Dave Van Ronk, Bob Dylan, and the Grateful Dead.

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Rev. Gary Davis

Rev. Gary Davis

Rev. Gary Davis

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