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Greg Brown: Midwestern Folk Staple

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Critic Josh Kun once called singer-songwriter Greg Brown, "A Midwestern existentialist hobo with a quick-draw heart, a bloodied heart, and bourbon on his breath." If there's one thing Kun left out, it's Brown's growling tones, which have gotten deeper and more soulful after nearly 50 years of performing.

On Friday's Up to Date, we sit down with musician Greg Brown and discuss his long career and continued success as a Midwestern folk staple.

Guests:

  • Greg Brown, singer-songwriter.

HEAR MORE: Greg Brown performs with Bo Ramsey at 9:00 p.m. Feb. 1 at Knuckleheads Saloon, 2715 Rochester Avenue in the East Bottoms.

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