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Allison Russell Performs at The National Museum of African American Music for Exhibit Opening

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Published April 10, 2024 at 2:01 PM CDT

Last Friday, Allison Russell was honored with an exhibit at the National Museum of African American Music. To note the occasion, she was interviewed by Alice Randall and her daughter Caroline Randall Williams, and did a short performance.

Watch the full interview and performance below, or on our NPR Live Sessions page where you can view more Allison Russell content from WMOT.
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