"A thoughtful and important book." --Rosanne Cash

"An entertaining study of the heart of American roots music." --Library Journal

"Howard skillfully documents a new era of Kentucky roots music. His book deserves a place in the history of American song." --Courier-Journal

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"A revelatory work." --Studs Terkel

“Something’s Rising is a humble call to those who believe that man is capable of all things.” --The Washington Times

"In this powerful volume, the authors give voice to people trying to save their mining towns." --Southern Living