The Spring 2012 edition of Smithsonian Folkways Magazine delves into the “the look of the listen,” the album cover artwork that is a vital part of the collection.

Cover Story: The Look of the Listen: The Cover art of Folkways Records (a New Virtual Exhibition)

Artist Spotlight: Transparency as Authenticity? Ronald Clyne and his Folkways Cover Art

Archive Spotlight: Covering the Revolution: Paredon Records Album Art

Tools for Teaching: “The Look of the Listen” Lesson Plan

Video Spotlight: Elizabeth Cotten performs “Freight Train”

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