All The Labor: The Story of The Gourds

Mar 13, 2013

1h 37m

★ 5.0

Overview

A genre-defying band forms in Austin, covers a notorious rap tune, creates its own acclaimed roots music, and becomes a touring institution while striving to find its place in the challenging landscape of the music industry.

Genres

Music

Documentary

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Kevin Russell

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Jimmy Smith

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Claude Bernard

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Max Johnston

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Keith Langford

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