Album, Record & Cover - The Weavers
Object number2002.226.01ab
DateUnknown Date
MediumPaper, Vinyl, Ink
Dimensions12 1/2 x 12 1/2 in. (31.8 x 31.8 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
Terms
The Weavers were an American folk music quartet who sang traditional folk songs, blues, gospel music, and American ballads. One of the members of the band, Lee Hays, was a native of Little Rock, Arkansas. They sold millions of records at the height of their popularity in the mid-twentieth century with hits including “On Top of Old Smokey”, “Kisses Sweeter than Wine”, and “Darling Corey”. In February 2006, The Weavers received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammy Awards.
An album by The Weavers entitled "Folk Songs of America and Other Lands". The album cover features photographs of the band members and illustrations of instruments and a frame. The back cover features a biography and song list. "Folk Songs of America and Other Lands" was produced by Decca Records.
Status
Not on view
