This episode, we return to the "Creation & Evolution" theme as we trace the history of the song called "Black Betty". It's a fascinating story, from its origins as an African-American work song to its transformation into a rock anthem by Ram Jam. We'll explore the musical evolution of this enduring track. Join us for this captivating musical journey."Black Betty" New Words & Music Adaptation by Huddie Ledbetter - Copyright 1963 (Renewed) 1977 (Renewed) Folkways Music Publishers Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

This episode, we return to the "Creation & Evolution" theme as we trace the history of the song called "Black Betty". It's a fascinating story, from its origins as an African-American work song to its transformation into a rock anthem by Ram Jam. We'll explore the musical evolution of this enduring track. Join us for this captivating musical journey. "Black Betty" New Words & Music Adaptation by Huddie Ledbetter - Copyright 1963 (Renewed) 1977 (Renewed) Folkways Music Publishers Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode, we return to the "Creation &amp; Evolution" theme as we trace the history of the song called "Black Betty". It's a fascinating story, from its origins as an African-American work song to its transformation into a rock anthem by Ram Jam. We'll explore the musical evolution of this enduring track. Join us for this captivating musical journey."Black Betty" New Words &amp; Music Adaptation by Huddie Ledbetter - Copyright 1963 (Renewed) 1977 (Renewed) Folkways Music Publishers Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="noopener noreferrer">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Creation & Evolution: Ram Jam - "Black Betty"

The "I'm In Love With That Song" Podcast - Music Commentary, Song Analysis & Rock History.
Welcome to the “I’m In Love With That Song” Podcast. Each episode, we’ll take one of my favorite songs and dive deep into it, listening to all the nuances that make it a great song. You may be unfamiliar with some of these songs, while others you’ve probably heard a hundred times, but I bet if we listen closely, we can discover something new. Of course, there’s no definitive answer to what makes a great song—beauty is in the ear of the beholder—these are just my personal favorites, but I hope you love these songs, too. We're proud to be a part of Pantheon - the podcast network for music lovers.

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The "I'm In Love With That Song" Podcast - Music Commentary, Song Analysis & Rock History. Welcome to the “I’m In Love With That Song” Podcast. Each episode, we’ll take one of my favorite songs and dive deep into it, listening to all the nuances that make it a great song. You may be unfamiliar with some of these songs, while others you’ve probably heard a hundred times, but I bet if we listen closely, we can discover something new. Of course, there’s no definitive answer to what makes a great song—beauty is in the ear of the beholder—these are just my personal favorites, but I hope you love these songs, too. We're proud to be a part of Pantheon - the podcast network for music lovers.

The "I'm In Love With That Song" Podcast - Music Commentary, Song Analysis &amp; Rock History.
Welcome to the “I’m In Love With That Song” Podcast. Each episode, we’ll take one of my favorite songs and dive deep into it, listening to all the nuances that make it a great song. You may be unfamiliar with some of these songs, while others you’ve probably heard a hundred times, but I bet if we listen closely, we can discover something new. Of course, there’s no definitive answer to what makes a great song—beauty is in the ear of the beholder—these are just my personal favorites, but I hope you love these songs, too. We're proud to be a part of Pantheon - the podcast network for music lovers.

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