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WATCH: The 1 song every American should hear, according to 2 experts
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July 30, 2026
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3:32Now PlayingWhat's the most underrated music city in America? What song should every American hear?
PBS News' Judy Woodruff asked music historian Ted Gioia and journalist Sidney Madden to share the most iconic and defining musical moments in American history. They joined her for an episode of her limited run podcast, "In Pursuit of Happiness," which explores America's history and identity as it celebrates 250 years.
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