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JD Souther On Mountain Stage

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JD Souther On Mountain Stage

The hitmaking songwriter performs a selection of his own songs, plus a Cole Porter tune he sings with Nellie McKay.

JD Souther On Mountain Stage

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J.D. Souther: A 'Natural History' Of Songwriting

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J.D. Souther: A 'Natural History' Of Songwriting

The singer, who long worked with The Eagles, says there are no rules to crafting a great song.

J.D. Souther: A 'Natural History' Of Songwriting

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Beth Nielsen Chapman, JD Souther On Mountain Stage

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Beth Nielsen Chapman, JD Souther On Mountain Stage

Two famed artists and hit songwriters each play from their recent solo releases. Nashville native Chapman's lastest release is a double-album inspired by Desmond Tutu; Southern California's Souther just returned to music after a 25 year hiatus.

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