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Radio 4,07 Aug 2011,30 mins

07/08/2011

Americana

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Presenter David Willis talks to journalist Stephen Glain about his new book, State vs. Defense. The two discuss the impact of the US military on American finances and the role it could play as the nation struggles to regain its footing. Author Mim Harrison explains how a common language divides much of the United States. Musician Warren Wolf Jr. demonstrates what a vibraphone is all about. It takes more muscle then one might think. And Grammy Award-winning music label Archeophone Records, digs out some of its favourite sounds from America's earliest recording days. Co-owners Richard Martin and Meagan Hennessey share some of the nation's founding sounds.

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  1. Track
    Artist
  2. 1.
    Retreat
    Retreat
    US 3rd Marine Band
  3. 2.
    I'm a Soldier in the Army of the Lord
    I'm a Soldier in the Army of the Lord
    The Blind Boys of Alabama
  4. 3.
    Lady Hope's Reel
    Lady Hope's Reel
    American Fife Ensemble