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Heart & Soul: Kenny Vance, Singer, Songwriter, Film Maker

The Not Old - Better Show

Release Date: 06/07/2025

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Heart & Soul: Kenny Vance, Singer, Songwriter, Film Maker

The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series

"They were my heroes. And then they became my friends.”
In this moving new episode of The Not Old Better Show, we’re honored to welcome musician, producer, and doo-wop preservationist Smithsonian Associate Kenny Vance—a voice behind Jay and the Americans and the filmmaker behind Heart & Soul: A Love Story.

Kenny shares a deeply personal account of his lifelong connection to the music of the 1950s and '60s—harmonies sung on street corners, friendships formed in rehearsal halls, and the artists who paved the way for today’s pop and R&B but were left behind by the industry.

This episode isn’t just about music; it’s about legacy, resilience, and honoring voices that shaped a generation. Kenny also opens up about losing his home during Hurricane Sandy and how salvaged tapes and footage helped him begin again—with purpose.

For professionals in music, film, storytelling, or anyone who believes in the power of cultural memory, this is a masterclass in what it means to preserve not just a sound, but a spirit.

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https://smithsonianassociates.org/ticketing/programs/story-of-doo-wop