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What was a significant aspect of Broonzy's late career?

  • Turned to teaching

  • Returned to folk-blues roots

  • Started a record label

  • Became a music critic

Answer

Returned to folk-blues roots: In his later years, Broonzy revisited his folk-blues roots, moving away from the electric blues style that had dominated his earlier career. He performed at folk festivals and collaborated with younger folk musicians, inspiring a new generation of artists and preserving the traditional sounds of the genre.
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