"Harlan County, USA" (musical involvement)

"Harlan County, U.S.A." is a documentary film and musical work that explores the 1973 coal miners' strike in Harlan County, Kentucky. It captures the community's struggles, solidarity, and conflicts with coal companies through powerful storytelling, including live musicians and songs. The musical involvement highlights the miners' hardships, resistance, and hopes, using music as a form of protest and expression. This blend of documentary footage and musical performance creates an impactful narrative, emphasizing the social and economic issues faced by workers during that era. The project is known for its raw, authentic portrayal of labor struggles and the transformative power of music within them.