Blues and Folk Revival Heirloom Event
The Blues and Folk Revival of the 1960’s was a truly unique moment in the multicultural tradition of Americana. And it was that moment of American history where folks like Mississippi John Hurt and Doc Watson were able to meet, engage, and share their individual expression in a broader conversation. This moment in American history is continuing to be excavated and witnessed by the children and grandchildren of those who were able to experience these events in person. The legacy of this revival and its roots are alive and well in the stories and music of Americana’s Grandson, Gabriel N. Akins, and the connections he nourishes. Book Now
Gabriel performing his song, A Prayer For Growing Up after telling a story about how his Granny creatively redirected his focus after he made a mess of things.
video credit: Laura Power
left to right: with Dom Flemons, Vania Kinard, and the late Ben Wiley Payten; Mary Frances; Roy Book Binder; Taj Mahal
What you and your guests will experience at this event:
‘uniquely Alabama’ folkways through original and traditional Southern Americana
experience, engage, and excavate personal family legacy through the stories of Gabriel’s lived experience with family, elders, and friends from the legacy of the 1960’s Blues and Folk Revival
witness and engage tangible ways to contribute and support the next generation through the wisdom tradition of Southern Americana
