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We've Only Just Begun: A Century of Labor Song

Joe Glazer
We've Only Just Begun: A Century of Labor Song

Joe Glazer’s (1918–2006) musical efforts on behalf of workers and union struggles earned him the nickname “Labor’s Troubadour.” In 1970, he founded Collector Records, primarily to produce records supportive of the struggles of working men and women.

Accompanied by prominent bluegrass instrumentalists, Joe sings well-known songs of the labor movement. Produced for the American Federation of Teachers as an aid for teaching students about organized labor, this recording also marks one hundred years of the modern labor movement.

Liner notes include lyrics and information about the labor movement and the songs.

Track Listing

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Hard Times in the Mill Joe Glazer 02:16
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102
No Irish Need Apply Joe Glazer 02:11
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103
John Henry Joe Glazer 04:03
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104
Which Side Are You On Joe Glazer 02:53
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105
Joe Hill Joe Glazer 04:13
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106
Union Maid Joe Glazer 02:07
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107
Solidarity Forever Joe Glazer 02:25
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108
Medley: We Shall Not Be Moved / Roll the Union On Joe Glazer 02:28
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109
Babies in the Mill Joe Glazer 03:28
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110
Look for the Union Label Joe Glazer 02:41
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111
When a Fellow Is Out of a Job Joe Glazer 02:40
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112
Farm Workers' Song Joe Glazer 02:43
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113
Too Old to Work Joe Glazer 02:55
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We've Only Just Begun Joe Glazer 02:56