Which country musician did Lomax help discover?
Burl Ives
Johnny Cash
Hank Williams
Willie Nelson
Answer
Burl Ives, the renowned country musician, was discovered by folklorist and musicologist John Lomax. Lomax, known for his extensive field recordings of American folk music, encountered Ives in the 1930s while collecting songs in the Appalachian region. Recognizing Ives' exceptional talent, Lomax arranged for him to perform on national radio broadcasts, which launched Ives' successful career as a singer, actor, and songwriter.
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