Joan Baez is this year’s recipient of the Woody Guthrie Prize, in recognition of her "groundbreaking career and impact on humanitarian causes."The legendary folk singer, activist and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer will be inducted Aug.
16 during a virtual edition of the Philadelphia Folk Festival.The prize was established in 2014 and is given each year to an artist who best exemplifies the spirit and life work of Woody Guthrie by speaking for the less fortunate and serving as a positive force for social change.Baez "has consistently been on the front lines in the fight for social justice, peace, and equality,” comments Woody Guthrie Center Director Deana McCloud in a statement.We are proud to announce @joancbaez as the recipient of the 2020.
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