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September 16, 2005

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Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Bonnie Raitt discusses her musical style and activism and also performs a song from "Souls Alike," her first new studio set in three years.


Bonnie Raitt

Bonnie Raitt

Bonnie Raitt

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Since releasing her debut album, Bonnie Raitt has had a career that spans four decades. She was born into a musical family and learned guitar as a child. With her trademark rough blend of blues, rock and R&B, the virtuoso slide guitarist has won multiple Grammys and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in '00. A committed activist, Raitt works tirelessly on behalf of several organizations, including the Rhythm and Blues Foundation and Musicians United for Safe Energy, both of which she cofounded.