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Our Natasha Vaughn-Holdridge interviewed Smith about her long life in June 2023, on the occasion of her 107th birthday. See our story on her life below, published June 25, 2023.
Our Natasha Vaughn-Holdridge interviewed Smith about her long life in June 2023, on the occasion of her 107th birthday. See our story on her life below, published June 25, 2023.
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Bet Smith's 'Downer' Makes Contemporary Folk Timeless 7Bet Smith may be one of Canada's most underappreciated folk artists, and her latest album, Downer, is set to change that. The album is an unabashed and honest testament to 2020, expressed through minimalist instrumentation, evocative lyrics and powerful vocals. Recorded with the Currie Brothers in Gravenhurst, ON, the album is an understated exploration of Smith's personal pain, anxiety, and — most importantly — capacity to love. Largely a collaboration between Smith and her frequent artistic partner, Rob Currie, Downer is a f...