Ramblin' Jack Elliott (1931-)

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- Ramblin' Jack Elliott (born Elliott Charles Adnopoz; August 1, 1931) is an American folk singer and songwriter.

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- Ramblin' Jack Elliott (born Elliott Charles Adnopoz; August 1, 1931) is an American folk singer and songwriter. He is considered to be one of the most important figures in the folk music revival of the 1950s and 1960s. Elliott is known for his distinctive flatpicking guitar style and his laconic, humorous vocals. He has recorded over 40 albums and has toured extensively throughout his career.
  Elliott was born in Brooklyn, New York, and grew up inspired by the rodeos at Madison Square Garden. He ran away from home at the age of 15 to join a rodeo, and traveled throughout the Mid-Atlantic states and New England. In the early 1950s, Elliott moved to Greenwich Village, New York, where he became immersed in the folk music scene. He befriended many of the leading folk singers of the day, including Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger, and Bob Dylan.
  Elliott's first album, Ramblin' Jack Elliott, was released in 1957. It was a collection of traditional folk songs, as well as a few of Elliott's own compositions. Elliott's music was well-received by critics and fans alike, and he quickly became one of the most popular folk singers of his generation.
  Over the next several decades, Elliott continued to release albums and tour extensively. He also collaborated with many other musicians, including Pete Seeger, The Grateful Dead, and Bob Dylan. Elliott's music has been covered by many artists, including Bob Dylan, The Grateful Dead, and The Byrds.