Dave Van Ronk, often referred to as the “Mayor of MacDougal Street,” was an iconic figure in the 1960s folk music scene in New York City’s Greenwich Village. Known for his raspy, gravelly voice and masterful guitar playing, Van Ronk played a pivotal role in the revitalization and popularization of traditional and folk music during …
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Jun 30 2022
Remembering “Mayor of Macdougal Street” Dave Van Ronk
Folk singer & songwriter Dave Van Ronk was born on June 30, 1936, in Brooklyn, NY. As a young boy enamored with the local jazz and folk music of his day, he learned to play the guitar, and when he was a little older, he played banjo in a group. He also played piano, possibly inspired …