Ken Burns' documentary "Country Music" and its book tie-in present country music with a naive affection that misses key American tensions.
Replete with queer imagery, the artist's new "emotion picture" offers a repudiation of racism and a celebration of progressive values.
In light of the dust the country music legend has kicked up by playing a benefit concert for Ted Cruz's Democratic Senate challenger, here's a look back at Nelson's in-depth interview on "Scheer Intelligence."
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The Danish actor found her way into the most challenging role of her career by finding the spirit of the story instead of trying to become something she wasn't.
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Truthdig Editor Robert Scheer and the music industry veteran discuss the political impact of psychedelic music in the ’60s.
The singer-songwriter connects his inspiration and his craft to the literary and cultural canon.