Joe Thompson, folk musician, 93 [UPDATED]

NC folk musician Joe Thompson dies at 93
by David Menconi, charlottesobserver.com, February 22, 2012

Carolina Chocolate Drops with Joe Thompson- John Henry - YouTube
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Festival of American Fiddle Tunes. The Carolina Chocolate Drops with 88-year old fiddler Joe Thompson doing the song "John Henry" in a small un-amplified showcase concert. July 2007

UPDATE: Read the March 1 New York Times obituary here.