Always Been a Rambler

This hour-long documentary celebrates fifty years of the New Lost City Ramblers, featuring key figures like Mike Seeger and John Cohen. The film explores their role as pioneers of old-time music traditions in the urban setting of the 1960s folk revival.

Always Been a Rambler showcases the Ramblers at significant events, including the Newport Folk Festival, and illustrates their impact on notable musicians such as Bob Dylan and Bela Fleck. It highlights their connections to traditional musicians like Dock Boggs, Maybelle Carter, and Doc Watson, emphasizing their dual role as both musicologists and performers.

For collectors, this documentary is available on DVD, making it an accessible addition for those interested in the history and evolution of American folk music. Its detailed exploration of the New Lost City Ramblers’ legacy offers valuable insights into the genre's roots and development.