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Watch Emmylou Harris And Kris Kristofferson Perform 'The Pilgrim, Chapter 33'

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Watch Emmylou Harris And Kris Kristofferson Perform 'The Pilgrim, Chapter 33'

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October 16, 2017 • It's from the upcoming tribute concert, The Life & Songs of Kris Kristofferson: All Star Concert Celebration, out Oct. 27.

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Turning The Tables

The 150 Greatest Albums Made By Women

July 24, 2017 • A list of the greatest albums made by women, from 1964 to the present.

Musicians in Their Own Words

Musicians in Their Own Words: Emmylou Harris

October 11, 2003 • Emmylou Harris describes her music and talks about how she found her way into the business. Her new CD is called Stumble Into Grace.

Musicians in Their Own Words: Emmylou Harris

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Review: Emmylou Harris & Rodney Crowell, 'The Traveling Kind'

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Review: Emmylou Harris & Rodney Crowell, 'The Traveling Kind'

May 3, 2015 • The veteran singers don't just share the spotlight. They also share the weight of legacy, influence and lifelong artistic investment.

Emmylou Harris: An Invigorating, Inviting 'Hard Bargain'

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Emmylou Harris: An Invigorating, Inviting 'Hard Bargain'

Fresh Air

April 27, 2011 • The singer-songwriter's new album, Hard Bargain, includes a new song about her days with country-rock pioneer Gram Parsons and a tribute to her late friend, singer-songwriter Kate McGarrigle.

Emmylou Harris: An Invigorating, Inviting 'Hard Bargain'

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Emmylou Harris And Rodney Crowell Get The Old Band Together Again

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Emmylou Harris And Rodney Crowell Get The Old Band Together Again

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June 19, 2013 • The country legends discuss how Nashville has changed over the years and play songs from their latest collaborative album, Old Yellow Moon.

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Emmylou Harris And Rodney Crowell: Staying Low

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Emmylou Harris And Rodney Crowell: Staying Low

March 2, 2013 • The former bandmates reunite for Old Yellow Moon, a new duet album that brims with lush harmonies and practically celebrates heartbreak.

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Heavy Rotation: 5 Songs Public Radio Can't Stop Playing

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Heavy Rotation: 5 Songs Public Radio Can't Stop Playing

January 22, 2013 • Download music from folk-country royalty Emmylou Harris and Rodney Crowell, the New York garage band Parquet Courts, gospel star Bishop Richard "Mr. Clean" White, Austin songwriter Amy Cook and the jazz chamber ensemble PROJECT Trio.

Heavy Rotation: 5 Songs Public Radio Can't Stop Playing

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In Performance

Revisiting Rare Tracks with Emmylou Harris

September 23, 2007 • When Emmylou Harris set out to compile a career retrospective, she didn't pick the recordings that made her an acclaimed country singer. Instead, she selected five discs' worth of rareties and forgotten gems. Hear an interview and live performance.

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Best CDs of 2006

Folk Alley's Top 10 CDs of 2006

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December 1, 2006 • FolkAlley.com, an Internet folk-music service produced by NPR station WKSU in Kent, Ohio, specializes in a blend of contemporary and traditional singer/songwriters, Americana, roots, Celtic, bluegrass, world music and more. Here's a look at Folk Alley's picks for the best albums of 2006.

Concerts

Emmylou Harris at Carnegie Hall

June 4, 2004 • One of country music's most beloved performers, Emmylou Harris performs with her touring band Spyboy. She's also joined on several numbers by singers Julie Miller, Patty Griffin, and Kate and Anna McGarrigle.

Kate And Anna McGarrigle At Carnegie Hall

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Kate And Anna McGarrigle At Carnegie Hall

January 19, 2010 • Kate McGarrigle, who died Monday, performs a 2004 concert as a tribute to Emmylou Harris, with help from her sister Anna McGarrigle and her son Rufus Wainwright. Also on the bill: Patty Griffin, husband-and-wife songwriters Buddy and Julie Miller and guitarist Steve Earle.

Emmylou Harris and Friends in concert on Creators at Carnegie - 03/19/2005

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Kate And Anna McGarrigle At Carnegie Hall

January 19, 2010 • Kate McGarrigle, who died Monday, performs a 2004 concert as a tribute to Emmylou Harris, with help from her sister Anna McGarrigle and her son Rufus Wainwright. Also on the bill: Patty Griffin, husband-and-wife songwriters Buddy and Julie Miller and guitarist Steve Earle.

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Music Reviews

Music Review: 'Stumble Into Grace' from Emmylou Harris

October 13, 2003 • With more than 25 records released, you might think 56-year-old Emmylou Harris would fall into some sort of rut, or at least lean on successful formulas. Her new record, Stumble Into Grace, turns out to be another ground-breaking record for the singer and songwriter. Reviewer Meredith Ochs says the songs are modern day folk songs that are personal and well crafted.

Music Review: 'Stumble Into Grace' from Emmylou Harris

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Music Interviews

Emmylou Harris: Return of the 'Red Dirt Girl'

October 23, 2000 • Host Bob Edwards talks with musician Emmylou Harris about her latest album, Red Dirt Girl. The prolific artist has released 25 albums in 25 years, covering genres from pop to country. She plays songs from her newest release and discusses her childhood influences.

Emmylou Harris: Return of the 'Red Dirt Girl'

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Country Divas

February 20, 1999 • Scott talks with country music divas Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt, and Emmy-Lou Harris about their latest collaboration, Trio II. The CD is available from Arista Records.

Country Divas

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The Best Of The Year In Americana

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September 9, 2010 • On Sept. 9, the Americana Music Association convened at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tenn., for its ninth annual awards ceremony and an all-star lineup of performances. You can hear the entire show again, featuring everyone from Rosanne Cash to The Avett Brothers, right here.

The Best Of The Year In Americana

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Emmylou Harris, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2011

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Emmylou Harris, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2011

August 1, 2011 • Hear the Country Music Hall of Famer bring sweetness, joy and mourning to the Fort Stage at Newport.

Emmylou Harris, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2011

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Live From The XPoNential Festival

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July 23, 2011 • Ben Folds, Ra Ra Riot and more perform at the Camden Waterfront near Philadelphia.

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Emmylou Harris: The More Things Change

April 29, 2011 • The country icon talks about her new album, Hard Bargain, and reflects on her brief time working with Gram Parsons before his death in 1973.

Emmylou Harris: The More Things Change

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First Listen: Emmylou Harris, 'Hard Bargain'

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First Listen: Emmylou Harris, 'Hard Bargain'

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April 17, 2011 • The country icon found inspiration for her newest set of songs in the lives of old friends, in the 1955 story of Emmett Till, and even at the dog pound. Hear Hard Bargain in its entirety.

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Minutes From SXSW 2011: Friday Videos

April 1, 2011 • Want to see a one-minute video by each band Bob Boilen saw at SXSW? Here's your chance to catch up with a diverse and exhausting Friday.