Larry Long Discography
Living in a Rich Man’s World, Larry Long, 1981, Waterfront Records; 2025, Larry Long Music
Run For Freedom, Larry Long, 1985, Flying Fish Records, FF346; 2023, Larry Long Music
Live From Austin: Boycott Hormel, featuring Dave Pirner, Grant Hart, Jennifer Holt, Kathy & Leo Lara, Larry Schmidt, Dennis Jones, Floyd Westerman, Barb Tilsen, Jan Marra, Carrie Gerendasy, Paul Metsa, & others, 1986, Waterfront Records; 2022 Larry Long Music
Sweet Thunder, Larry Long, 1987, Flying Fish Records, FF430; 2024, Larry Long Music
It Takes a Lot of People (Tribute to Woody Guthrie), Larry Long with the Children of Oklahoma, 1988, Flying Fish #70508; 2024, Larry Long Music
Troubadour, Larry Long, 1992, Flying Fish #70528; 2025, Larry Long Music
The Psalms, Larry Long, 1995, Stellar, #1001; 2025, Larry Long Music
Here I Stand, Elders’ Wisdom, Children’s Song, Larry Long with the Youth & Elders of Rural Alabama, 1996, Smithsonian Folkways, #45050
Smithsonian Folkways Childrenâs Music Collection ,Langston Hughes, Pete Seeger, Ella Jenkins, Woody Guthrie, and Larry Long 1998, Smithsonian Folkways #45050
The Drum Is The Center Of My Life (ME WAYNJI BIMAHDIZIYAHN WA’OW DAYWAY I’GAN), featuring Korean Veterans Drum Singers, Lac Courte Oreilles School Students, John Morrow, Larry Long, 1999, Troubadour Recordings
Well May the World Go, Larry Long, 2000, Smithsonian Folkways, #40114
If I Had A Song: Songs of Pete Seeger Vol 2, Various Artists, 2001, Appleseed Records
I Will Be Your Friend: Songs and Activities for Young Peacemakers, Featuring: Louis Armstrong, Arlo Guthrie, Pete Seeger, J.D. Steele, Larry Long, and others, 2003, Teaching Tolerance, Southern Poverty Law Center, Produced by Larry Long
Don’t Stand Still (2011, Cereus Records)
Dove With Claws (Larry Long, 2015, Cereus Records)
Slow Night (2018, Cereus Records)
American Roots Revue Live, featuring Larry Long, Tonia Hughes Kendrick, Billy Steele, Claudia Schmidt, Robert Robinson, 2022, Cereus Records
Songs for My Grandchildren, Larry Long, 2023, Cereus Records
As In Those Early Days (Larry Long & Fiddlinâ Pete Watercott (2024).
Unpublished Songs
Singles
Tennessee the Boot Man & Oh Son, Oh Son, Larry Long, 1975, Owens Valley Records
Pope County Blues & The Band Played the Beer Barrel Polka, Larry Long & Minnesota Swing Symphony, 1977, Waterfront Records
John Deere Have a Beer, One More Reason Why the Farmer is On Strike, Gonna Make This Life A Little Better, Larry Long, 1979, Farmers Records
George Floyd (Say His Name), Larry Long, 2020, Larry Long Music
No More Pipeline Blues (On This Land Where We Belong), feat. Waubanewquay, Winona LaDuke, Day Sisters, Mumu Fresh, Pura Fe, Soni Moreno, Jennifer Kreisberg, Indigo Girls, Bonnie Raitt, and Joy Harjo, 2021, Larry Long Music
Firefighter (Duty, Honor, Courage), Larry Long, 2023
Freedom, Oh Freedom, feat: Cameron Wright, Dawn L. McArthur, Aimee Bryant, Robert Robinson, J.D. Steele, Twin Cities Community Gospel Choir, CitySongs under the direction of JD Steele, 2025, Larry Long Music
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Larry Long: A Musical Career Rooted in Justice and Community
Larry Long is a distinguished American troubadour whose musical career spans over four decades, marked by a steadfast commitment to social justice, community engagement, and storytelling. His work seamlessly blends folk traditions with contemporary issues, earning him recognition both nationally and internationally.
Early Life and Influences
Born in Des Moines, Iowa, and raised in Minnesota from the age of 10, Longâs early life in a working-class family and diverse community environments deeply shaped his musical path. Influenced by his grandfatherâs values and community spirit, Long developed a profound appreciation for everyday people and their stories.
Musical Career and Contributions
Larry Long is often described as a âmusical historian,â known for crafting songs that celebrate unsung heroes and amplify the voices of marginalized communities. Throughout his career, he has written and performed hundreds of ballads highlighting the lives of farmers, civil rights activists, indigenous people, veterans, and working-class communities across America.
He organized the first hometown tribute to Woody Guthrie in Okemah, Oklahoma, which evolved into the annual Woody Guthrie Folk Festival. Over the years, he has shared the stage with folk legends and honored cultural icons through music, including Rosa Parks and Pete Seeger.
Educational Initiatives and Community Engagement
Longâs commitment extends beyond performance. He created the “Eldersâ Wisdom, Childrenâs Song” program, an innovative intergenerational project that brings elders into classrooms to share their life stories. Students then turn these stories into songs, creating meaningful connections across generations while preserving local history.
He also founded the nonprofit organization Community Celebration of Place, which uses music and storytelling to foster unity and cultural appreciation in communities across the country.
Recognition and Legacy
Throughout his career, Long has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to music, education, and social justice. His body of work has been celebrated for its depth, compassion, and ability to give voice to the unheard.
In a lasting tribute to his legacy, Long donated his extensive archives to the University of Minnesota. This collection includes recordings, oral histories, and correspondence that reflect the scope and impact of his work, ensuring it will inspire future generations.
Larry Longâs career is a testament to the transformative power of music. Through his songs, educational programs, and advocacy, he has uplifted countless communities and preserved vital stories from Americaâs cultural mosaic. His voice continues to resonate as one of compassion, resilience, and unwavering hope.