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My guest this week was singer/songwriter Caroline Doctorow. She has released four records on the Narrow Lane Records label. Other credits include the performance of a song on the PBS series, Freedom - The History of Us narrated by Katie Couric, which aired on public television in 2003. Her compositions appear on many compilation disks including, The Best of The Eclectic Café and on an Ars Nova Productions release, featuring independent folk performers.

Caroline's latest CD release, Carmel Valley Ride, is a concept record about the 60's folk duo, Richard and Mimi Fariña. This recording has received outstanding reviews. "This CD takes the listener on a fascinating journey, with most of the songs in some way relating to the Fariñas... Carmel Valley Ride spins from the disk with a driving fury and conviction", Sing Out Magazine, 2004. "A brainy, heartfelt tribute... #15 Best CDs of 2003", Eric Alterman MSNBC. "An uplifting mix of sublime originals and covers that's positively enchanting... Best 20 Discs of 2003", Jim Musser of the Iowa City Press-Citizen.

Today Caroline tours the country performing with her band, "The Folk Dogs". She is the daughter of author, E.L. Doctorow.