Links: Wikipedia AllMusic Discogs Official web site NPR First Listen The Prodigal Son (Live in studio)
With 'The Prodigal Son,' Ry Cooder Puts His Own Touch On Gospel Music
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Personnel: Ry Cooder (banjo, bass, guitar, keyboards, mandolin, vocals); Joachim Cooder (drums, percussion); Terry Evans, Bobby King, Arnold McCuller (vocals); Robert Francis(bass); Aubrey Haynie (violin)