New York City (NY), USA – The CD Wonder Wheel (lyrics by Woody Guthrie) by The Klezmatics has officially been nominated for a “Best Contemporary…
The Klezmatics’ Wonder Wheel Nominated for Best Contemporary World Music Album
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