Thursday, June 12, 2025
‘Dimming of the Day’: the story behind one of Richard Thompson's most popular songs
Russ Slater Johnson speaks to Richard Thompson about one of his most covered songs, a spiritual composition which arose from a period of surrender
Richard Thompson (photo: David Kaptein)
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