This 1962 debut presented La Farge as a uniquely American voice, blending folk traditions with indigenous storytelling and a sharp political edge. It captured the attention of the burgeoning Greenwich Village folk scene.
- The album was recorded in a single session at the newly opened Bell Sound Studios in New York City.
- "Ira Hayes" was written in response to the 1964 Pima journalist Rene Williams' article about the titular flag-raiser at Iwo Jima.
- The album is considered a landmark of early Native American protest music.
Peter La Farge was a Native American singer-songwriter and activist from the Narragansett people. He was a prominent figure in the 1960s folk scene, known for his politically charged songs and performances at Greenwich Village venues.
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