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Levon Helm’s spirit remains in barn that bears his name
The rock group “The Band” left an indelible mark on 20th century music, and its drummer, Levon Helm remained a formidable presence well into the 21st. Among his legacies: an extraordinary performance space where music infused with his spirit is still made. NewsHour Weekend’s Tom Casciato has the story.
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