Bonnie Raitt

‘Sweet Forgiveness’ Paved the Way for Bonnie Raitt’s Just Desserts 45 Years Ago
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‘Sweet Forgiveness’ Paved the Way for Bonnie Raitt’s Just Desserts 45 Years Ago

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 / 22 April 2022

Sweet Forgiveness (1977) was Bonnie Raitt’s first breakthrough album, laying the groundwork for ‘Nick of Time’ and beyond. There can be no second act without a great first one.

The Strength of “Anatomy of a Song” Is Found in Its diverse and Impressive Group of Interviewees
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The Strength of “Anatomy of a Song” Is Found in Its diverse and Impressive Group of Interviewees

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 / 8 November 2016
A self-described “oral history jukebox” gives behind-the-scenes details about popular songs and the historical circumstances that shaped pop culture as we know it.
Dr. John: Ske-Dat-De-Dat: The Spirit of Satch
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Dr. John: Ske-Dat-De-Dat: The Spirit of Satch

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 / 16 September 2014
Not all the guest artists fit, and sometimes the connection to Satchmo seems tenuous indeed. But when it works, as it mostly does, the album delivers much pleasure and pleasant surprises.
Chris Smither: Still on the Levee
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Chris Smither: Still on the Levee

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 / 21 August 2014
It all comes down to the songs, and that weathered 'n' warm voice and guitar.
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Rating the Performances at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards

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 / 13 February 2012
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Be the Best Gravy You Can Be: ‘The Wavy Gravy Movie: Saint Misbehavin’

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 / 16 January 2012
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Lightning in a Bottle (2004)

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 / 7 March 2005
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Lightning in a Bottle (2004)

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 / 10 December 2004
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Bonnie Raitt

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 / 19 June 2002
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Bonnie Raitt: Silver Lining

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 / 29 May 2002