album · July 18, 1966
Dangerous Songs!?
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folksinger-songwriter
This 1966 album features Seeger re-recording some of his most well-known, often politically charged, songs. It captures his signature blend of catchy melodies and pointed social commentary.
- The album was released by Columbia Records. It features newly recorded versions of songs such as "Where Have All the Flowers Gone?" and "Big Rock Candy Mountain". The album's title, "Dangerous Songs!?", reflects Seeger's history of songs that challenged the status quo.
- The album was released during a period of significant social and political upheaval in the United States, with the Civil Rights Movement and the Vietnam War as prominent issues. Seeger's music often served as a soundtrack to these movements.
- This album was released while Seeger was still facing some controversy and blacklisting, though his influence on folk music remained substantial. He continued to perform and record prolifically throughout his life.
Pete Seeger was an American folk singer and activist, known for popularizing songs like "If I Had a Hammer" and "Turn! Turn! Turn!". In 1966, he was a prominent figure in the folk revival movement, though facing some challenges due to his past associations.
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