John Prine - Live from Sessions at West 54th | |
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Starring | John Prine, Iris DeMent |
Production company | Oh Boy Records |
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Country | United States |
Language | English |
John Prine - Live from Sessions at West 54th is a live concert DVD released by Oh Boy Records in 2001. It was recorded for the Sessions at West 54th television show, and features a guest performance by Iris Dement. The DVD release offers songs not shown during the half-hour television segment, as well as interviews with show host John Hiatt. [1] DVD special features include a biography and discography. This DVD is one of the first releases from an independent label to be mixed in 5.1 Dolby Surround Sound. [2]
All songs written by John Prine (except where indicated):
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