album · June 16, 1956

Folksongs And Ballads Of Virginia

Paul Clayton

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folksinger-songwriter

This 1956 collection captures Paul Clayton in his early career, presenting a selection of traditional folk songs and ballads with his characteristic earnest delivery.

• The album was released by Folkways Records in 1956.
• This release predates Clayton's more famous work with the Greenwich Village folk scene.
• The album features traditional songs and ballads, showcasing Clayton's interpretation of American folk music.

Paul Clayton was an American folk singer and songwriter, often associated with the Greenwich Village folk music scene of the early 1960s. He released several influential albums during his career, though his output was relatively small due to his early death.