"Sensitive interpretations by Bruce Springsteen, Billy Bragg, Dick Gaughan and actor Tim Robbins make this an eloquent case for Seeger's stature as a cultural hero"
– Entertainment Weekly |
| "Anyone looking for a primer on the power and beauty of topical songwriting would do well to start here"
– Stereo Review |
"This is a tribute that does itself proud and honors an American musical hero. **** (Four stars)"
– New York Post |
"A stellar all star lineup on this marvelous CD offering testimony to Seeger's status as Godfather of contemporary music."
– Philadelphia Inquirer |
| "It is impossible not to be impressed by the incredible range and variety of music in this collection. A classic."
– Detroit Free Press |
"This collection is not merely a warm-hearted tribute to one of the founding fathers of modern folk movement, it is a benchmark for its future."
– Mojo, UK |
"A tribute album that is warranted, superbly conceived, and sublimely executed."
– Chicago Tribune |
| “A pretty stunning group of socially conscious performers (from Bonnie Raitt to Billy Bragg) join in tribute to the inspirational music and life of Pete Seeger on this expansive 2 CD set. The grand selection of songs is well-annotated with notes from the artists and Seeger himself about each piece and its place in the pantheon.”
– Amazon.com Essential Recording
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