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Steve Gunn

Bruce Langhorne's soundtrack for the 1971 film The Hired Hand has inspired musicians for decades, even when it was hard to find. Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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"Jack [Rose] transcended the shadow of [John] Fahey, and I think that's really difficult to do," Steve Gunn says. "It was undeniable when he played — people paid attention." Sam Erickson/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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Ancient Jules

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Steve Gunn will release his new album, Way Out Weather, in October. Constance Mensh/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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Milly's Garden

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Steve Gunn performs at a Tiny Desk Concert on July 1, 2013. Erica Yoon/Erica Yoon/NPR hide caption

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Steve Gunn: Tiny Desk Concert

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Guitarist Steve Gunn's contribution to Three Lobed Recordings' 10-year anniversary box set bursts at the seams. Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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Hear 'The Lurker Extended' by Steve Gunn

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