Tom Dooley

Tom Dooley is a 19th-century American traditional ballad rooted in North Carolina, based on the 1866 murder case of Tom Dula. The song circulated widely in Appalachian tradition and later entered the folk revival through recordings by artists such as The Kingston Trio, Doc Watson, and Grateful Dead. This performance features voice with acoustic guitar. Details: – Song: Tom Dooley – American traditional – Approximate origin: 19th century, North Carolina – Vox & acoustic guitar: Jason Paul

Tom Dooley is a 19th-century American traditional ballad rooted in North Carolina, based on the 1866 murder case of Tom Dula. The song circulated widely in Appalachian tradition and later entered the folk revival through recordings by artists such as The Kingston Trio, Doc Watson, and Grateful Dead. This performance features voice with acoustic guitar. Details: – Song: Tom Dooley – American traditional – Approximate origin: 19th century, North Carolina – Vox & acoustic guitar: Jason Paul