One of the towering fingers in modern American folk, the extent of Woody Guthrie's songbook has often been the subject of great scrutiny.

He belonged to the folk music team. Dylan ... (Spoiler: this is far from the only time I will write a line like that.) Judee ...

Woody Guthrie is among the most important folk artists of all time, but the American songwriter was rarely rewarded for his tireless work with payment.

In spite of apparent differences, folk and folk-inspired music from the roots to the avant-garde is characterised by certain common features – simple, square rhythms, extended repetition ...