Compilation from previously released material. Notes ([10] p. : col. ill. ; 13 cm.) inserted in container. "The United States ... is the birthplace of jazz, blues, gospel, bluegrass, old-time, Cajun, zydeco and countless other folk styles. Ranging from the early folk sounds of the Great Depression to the twangs of bluegrass and the soul of blues and gospel, The Rough Guide To American Roots is an indispensable collection of the giants of American roots music and introduces some of the finest musicians and the legendary performers that have contributed to the scene in the USA"--Container. Compact disc. Series produced by Phil Stanton ; compiled by Dan Rosenberg. Artists include Bill Monroe ; Mahalia Jackson ; Claire Lynch ; Steve Riley ; Joanne Shenandoah ; Koko Taylor ; Jiménez, Flaco ; Big Mama Thornton ; Pete Seeger ; Woody Guthrie ; Kermit Ruffins ; Ralph Stanley ; Rosie Ledet ; The Staple Singers ; The Soul Stirrers.