Josh White Jr., Who Built on His Father's Folk Legacy, Dies at 84
Briefly

Josh White Jr. began performing at the age of 4 alongside his father, the celebrated Josh White, and established his own mark in the folk revival of the 1960s.
Known as Donnie to his friends, Josh White Jr. collaborated frequently with his father, touring and appearing together on radio and television during a formative musical era.
Josh White Sr. was not only a major figure in blues and folk but also an influential voice in the civil rights movement, contributing culturally and socially to his time.
In a memorable moment during a 1945 performance at Cafe Society, Josh White Sr. showcased his son, who sang along, marking an early public appearance that hinted at his future in music.
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