Ramblin' Jack plays a song he learned thanks to friends, a rainstorm, and his rambling ways. Ramblin' Jack Elliott performs "South Coast" during "The Rambling Boys" show at the 36th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Ramblin' Jack Elliott
Marshall, CA
Ramblin’ Jack Elliott chose the cowboy way at the age of 14, trading life at home for one on the rodeo circuit. Elliott’s rough-edged enthusiasm and musical instinct drew the attention of his avowed idol, Woody Guthrie, initiating an invaluable, lifelong association. He was also a good friend of Johnny Cash and inspired the likes of Bob Dylan and Mick Jagger. Ramblin’ Jack’s love for a good song is equaled only by an abiding respect for his fellow man and a profound contempt for injustice. Ramblin’ Jack’s been part of the Gathering for a long time and he’s been a major influence on many Gathering artists and audience members. This National Medal of Arts recipient and two-time Grammy winner is a truly unique American treasure.

“South Coast” words & music by Lillian Bos Ross (author of “The Stranger in Big Sur”).

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Filmed in front of a live audience at the Elko Convention Center’s Laurena Moren Theater in Elko, NV, on Jan. 31, 2020.

Made possible by the multitude of staff, artists, volunteers, and community members working behind the scenes to make this show happen.

Brought to you by the Western Folklife Center, using story and cultural expression to connect the American West to the world.
www.westernfolklife.org

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