Podcast: Episode 002 – Diamonds and Beer
This episode features two interviews with artists from very differnt corners of Country Music. I was, however, able to find a common thread among the seemingly opposite performers. Both artists seemed to not concern themselves with the labels that fans and writers often use to describe their sound, and even shared a bit of frustration with me on what it’s like to try to navigate the waters of such classifications that have been put on them and their music.
These artists also share the fact that they aren’t confined to a single, easily defined style or nature. Sarah Borges teeters between the worlds of Rock and Country, while Trent Willmon straddles the geographical and ideological borders of Texas and Nashville. I came away from these visits with a better appreciation for a genre that has such firm roots and allows those roots to grow and form such interesting and exciting branches.
Episode Features
- Introduction
- Interview with Sarah Borges (MySpace)
- Studio version of Dolly Parton’s “False Eyelashes” by Sarah Borges and the Broken Singles
- Interview with Trent Willmon (MySpace)
- Acoustic performance of “Cold Beer and a Fishin’ Pole” by Trent Willmon
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November 13, 2008 at 1:23 pm Permalink
This is great! Awesome job, Kelly–and great work on fixing the audio levels over the first ep.
November 13, 2008 at 1:26 pm Permalink
Well, I helped the audio a bit by learning how to, ya know, actually use the mic appropriately, but it was the powerful and noble brothers Vercher that really brought the sound levels to their knees and made them succumb to the power of the mighty 9513….
November 13, 2008 at 2:25 pm Permalink
So, can we expect a Rascal Flatts interview for the next episode? Certainly, the backstage acoustic performance would be…interesting. The phrase “internet sensation” comes to mind.
November 13, 2008 at 3:11 pm Permalink
Once again, I really enjoyed the interviews. And I agree that the improvement on the sound really enhances the listening experience.
November 13, 2008 at 3:51 pm Permalink
I’d vote Kelly Dearmore for Male Vocalist of the Year.
November 13, 2008 at 6:04 pm Permalink
Great episode, Kelly. Like Brody, I’m also a big fan of your singing.
November 13, 2008 at 6:57 pm Permalink
Yes, Yes, thanks for the kind words. I suspect I’ll be getting an invitation to be a buzz-worthy surprise guest on next years CMA awards…oh, wait, I didnt sing any rock or hip-hop, so I guess not!
November 14, 2008 at 3:21 pm Permalink
This was really good. Thanks for sorting out the souns – it made for a very enjoyable listening experience.
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