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Darrell Scott On World Cafe

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World Cafe

Darrell Scott On World Cafe

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One of Nashville's most in-demand session musicians explains why he revived decade-old recordings for a new solo album.

Darrell Scott on World Cafe

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Tim O'Brien & Darrell Scott On Mountain Stage

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Mountain Stage

Tim O'Brien & Darrell Scott On Mountain Stage

Recognized as two of roots music's most respected singers, songwriters and instrumentalists, O'Brien and Scott took a break from their busy solo careers in 2000 to record their first album as a duo.

Tim O'Brien & Darrell Scott On Mountain Stage

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Darrell Scott: A Country Sideman Steps Out

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For every big Nashville star, there are several musicians like Darrell Scott, who makes a good living standing one step outside of the spotlight. Before his performance at the Kent State Folk Festival, one of country music's most successful songwriters stopped by Folk Alley for a few songs and a conversation.

Darrell Scott in Studio on Folk Alley

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Darrell Scott On Mountain Stage

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Mountain Stage

Darrell Scott On Mountain Stage

Highly regarded as a performer, multi-instrumentalist, producer and songwriter, Scott has seen his songs covered by more than 70 artists in various genres. He plays a Paul Simon cover, and previews songs from an upcoming release, in this concert taped on Valentine's Day 2010.

Listen Now: Darrell Scott In Concert

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Darrell Scott On World Cafe

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Son of musician Wayne Scott, the multi-instrumentalist and country star reasserts his claim to fame by playing all of the instruments on his new album. He sticks to guitar on his studio session with David Dye.

Darrell Scott On World Cafe

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Wayne and Darrell Scott: Father-Son Country

Fresh Air

Darrell Scott grew up on a tobacco farm in Kentucky, just like his father, Wayne. Now Darrell is a Nashville singer and songwriter with albums and awards to his credit. And his father, at 71, is releasing a debut album.

Wayne and Darrell Scott: Father-Son Country

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