Lead Belly
Lead Belly

Lead Belly

Jan 20, 1888 (137 years old)

Overview

Birthday
Jan 20, 1888
Death date
Dec 06, 1949

Biography

Huddie William Ledbetter, better known by the stage name Lead Belly, was an American folk and blues singer, musician, and songwriter notable for his strong vocals, virtuosity on the twelve-string guitar, and the folk standards he introduced, including his renditions of "In The Pines", "Goodnight, Irene", "Midnight Special", "Cotton Fields", and "Boll Weevil".

Known For

Legend of Lead Belly
51min
DOLBY
Movie 2013

Legend of Lead Belly

Huddie Ledbetter was born into poverty, battled racism, and did...

Down the Tracks: The Music That Influenced Bob Dylan
1h 35m
DOLBY
Movie 2008

Down the Tracks: The Music That Influenced Bob Dylan

This fascinating program tells the story of the music and...

Woody Guthrie: Ain't Got No Home
1h 30m
DOLBY
Movie 2006

Woody Guthrie: Ain't Got No Home

Every American who has listened to the radio knows Guthrie's...

Feel Like Going Home
1h 50m
DOLBY
Movie 2003

Feel Like Going Home

Director Martin Scorsese winds his way from the banks of...