Reclaiming History: Our Native Daughters

The story

In January 2018, Rhiannon Giddens, Amythyst Kiah, Leyla McCalla, and Allison Russell collaborated on a groundbreaking and deeply personal album for Smithsonian Folkways called "Songs of Our Native Daughters." The result was a powerful, modern take on Black women's history and America's shared, but often hidden, musical roots. From a secluded Louisiana bayou recording studio to electrifying concerts around the country, witness four incredible musicians on an extraordinary creative journey.

Cast & crew

Rhiannon Giddens

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Amythyst Kiah

Self

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Leyla McCalla

Self

Allison Russell

Self

LR

Latoya Ransom

Narrator

LR

Lynne Robinson

Director

SL

Sundi Lofty

Producer