Rufus Grave - No Alms For No Arms
Mar 04, 2018•11 min•Ep. 11
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Episode description
We pull famous recluse, Rufus Grave, out of their hovel to discuss the moody balladeer's career, with special attention to the turmoil of success in creativity, and a song about an empathetic existential crisis; "No Alms For No Arms". A profile of balladeer Rufus Grave and his 1979 album, considering contradiction, excess, and how commercial failure can outlive commercial intent. || Obscure Music History is a podcast investigating historic rarities and B-sides of unpopular music. Produced by Tom Hogan. "No Alms For No Arms", and all music from Obscure Music History, are available on streaming platforms. For more information, visit ObscureMusicHistory.com
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