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The album "Songs For An American Hero" was inspired by John Lewis' memoir "Walking With The Wind."

"Selma" describes one of the most well known and courageous stories of Lewis' life, the first march on Selma - March 7, 1965. During the march, Lewis and others were brutally beaten by police and state troopers.

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Just ahead and up a ridge
Marching toward the Edmund Pettus Bridge
In silence.
Lock step, eyes straight ahead
Feeling strong
But no intent for violence.
There in Selma.

Rewind remembrances
Of sleepless nights and
Three week stint in Parchman
Footsteps synchronized
Temples pound in each head.
There in Selma.

At the crest
A razor's edge
Full force
On the Edmund Pettus Bridge
Crushing horse
Thundering boots
Screams
Shouts
A cracking blow to the head.

Fast drop
To the ground
Flash white
Suddenly no sound
Dead stop
Feeling calm
Dead stop
Waiting for death to come.

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from Songs For An American Hero, released May 31, 2020
Written and performed by Tom Alter

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Tom Alter Detroit, Michigan

Tom Alter is a singer-songwriter based in Detroit. The influences of jazz, folk, pop, and Latin genres are found in his original compositions. Tom's lyrics mix world events with the affect on his personal ideals. He has released 3 EPs and 2 albums since 2019. His work can be found on digital and streaming music platforms. He is also a member of the duo After Blue.
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