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Backtracks

Backtracks

Von: Robert Cochran & Michael Cockram
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Deep in the roots of American music, there are artists whose influence and talent have been largely overlooked or forgotten. In the Backtracks podcast, folklore scholar Professor Robert Cochran and musician Michael Cockram explore the music and lives of these under-appreciated pioneers.

Backtracks is a non-profit, educational podcast produced in association with the Folk School of Fayetteville, Arkansas, a community music space.

Contact us with comments, questions and information at:

backtracks444@gmail.com

Intro: Susan Shore

Intro music: Rent House Stomp by Big Bill Broonzy

folkschooloffayetteville.org

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  • Lydia Mendoza | Idol of Mexican-American music
    Dec 28 2025

    From her modest beginnings in the Mendoza family band playing for migrant farm workers, Lydia Mendoza became the undisputed queen of Tejano music, receiving awards from presidents and appearing on a US postage stamp. In her 70 years of performing, she never strayed from her Tejana roots, singing cinematic tales of love, treachery and courage. Whether singing alone accompanying herself on bajo sexto or performing with a conjunto band, Mendoza’s voice rings out strong and pure.

    Thanks to Scott Newby for suggesting Lydia Mendoza for this episode, and also to Cathy Whitney and Oscar Calzada for helping with translation.

    Songs:

    Mexico in la Laguna

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvm6BeoAvj8

    Celosa (Live)

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9X-L39r1oTI&list=RD9X-L39r1oTI&start_radio=1

    Mal Hombre

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwTSPb3YVbI

    Corrido de Juaquin Murrieta

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymR2oV9W9VQ

    Noche de Estrellas

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQ4yaiW1h4g

    La Boda Negra

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1sInnfrxjc

    Information about the artwork of Jose Guadelupe Posada can be found at the Posada Art Foundation.

    https://www.posada-art-foundation.com/

    One book on his work is entitled Posada's Broadsheets – Mexican Popular Imagery 1890-1910;

    Patrick Frank; University of New Mexico Press; 1998

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    35 Min.
  • Link Wray | The power chord and beyond
    Nov 25 2025

    Most often cited as the inventor of the power chord, Link Wray's loud gritty sound had a big influence on rock, heavy metal and punk music. Later in his career he embraced his Native American roots and produced a strong body of work that ranged from acoustic blues to southern rock.

    Documentary: Rumble | The Indians that Rocked the World

    https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/documentaries/rumble/

    Youtube interview:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ql_4wAinGig

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    44 Min.
  • Arlene Smith and the early “girl groups” that pioneered the sound of R & B and rock vocalists
    Oct 23 2025

    In the 1950’s, the 16-year-old lead singer for the Chantels, Arlene Smith wrote hits and sang with a confidence and power. While the content and production of the songs are simplistic by todays standards, her full-throttled singing would influence vocalist from Janis Joplin to the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

    John Frusciante of the Red Hot Chili Peppers sings the Arlene Smith song "Maybe" at Slane Castle, Ireland:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0dd-X-lkc70

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    37 Min.
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