Woody Guthrie
Woodrow Wilson Guthrie (July 14, 1912 – October 3, 1967) was an American singer-songwriter and composer who was one of the most significant figures in American folk music. His work focused on themes of American socialism and anti-fascism. He inspired several generations both politically and musically with songs such as "This Land Is Your Land". Guthrie wrote hundreds of country, folk, and children's songs, along with ballads and improvised works. Dust Bowl Ballads, Guthrie's album of songs about the Dust Bowl period, was included on Mojo magazine's list of 100 Records That Changed The World, and many of his recorded songs are archived in the Library of Congress. Songwriters who have acknowledged Guthrie as a major influence on their work include Bob Dylan, Phil Ochs, Johnny Cash, Bruce Springsteen, Robert Hunter, Harry Chapin, John Mellencamp, Pete Seeger, Andy Irvine, Joe Strummer, Billy Bragg, Jerry Garcia, Bob Weir, Jeff Tweedy, Tom Paxton, Brian Fallon, Sean Bonnette, and Sixto Rodríguez. He frequently performed with the message "This machine kills fascists" displayed on his guitar.
Known for
ActingBirthday
July 14, 1912Deathday
October 3, 1967Gender
MaleKnown Movie Credits
14Place of birth
Okemah, Oklahoma, USAAlso known as
Woodrow Wilson GuthrieCast credits
This Land Is Your Land: The Animated Kids' Songs of Woody Guthrie
Billy Bragg & Wilco: Man in the Sand
Self (archive footage)Brownie McGhee & Sonny Terry: Red River Blues 1948-1974
SelfTo Hear Your Banjo Play
SelfDown the Tracks: The Music That Influenced Bob Dylan
Greenwich Village: Music That Defined a Generation
Self (archive footage)Woody Guthrie: Hard Travelin'
Self (archive footage)Woody Guthrie: Ain't Got No Home
Self (archive footage)Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Self (archive footage)