Dave Gunning Returns
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Dave Gunning returns to The High Note Podcast to discuss his musical journey since we last spoke in 2019, including his success in environmental activism, new community initiatives, and his partnership with JP Cormier. Time Stamps [00:00:00] Introduction [00:02:00] Dave's return to Philadelphia Folk Festival [00:02:45] Navigating the pandemic [00:07:00] Collaboration with JP Cormier [00:11:00] Discussion of "The Same Storm" album [00:16:00] Environmental activism and mill closure [00:24:00] Musical collaborations and future projects [00:30:00] Zero Hunger Fund initiative Key Topics...
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A Day Without Love
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In this episode of The High Note podcast, I sit down with Brian Walker of at the 61st annual Philadelphia Folk Festival. We discuss his songwriting process, the significance of playing at the folk festival and in Philadelphia, his experiences moving from Philly to Boston, and his latest album. Brian shares insights on overcoming challenges, the role of music in healing, and his mission to inspire others to be the best version of themselves. Key Topics: A Day Without Love’s journey from Philly to Boston Brian’s songwriting process and inspiration The importance of community and...
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Shanna In A Dress
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In this episode of The High Note, I sit down with , a delightful singer-songwriter whose humor and heartwarming stories captivated audiences at the 61st annual Philadelphia Folk Festival. We dive into her creative process, stories behind her songs, and the inspiration she draws from her cross-country bike tour that shaped her music career. Shanna shares her thoughts on what it's like to perform at such a historic festival for the first time, creating spontaneous moments with fellow performers like Miss Emily and Adam Ezra, and how she balances heartfelt, emotional songs with her light-hearted...
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Sug Daniels
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I sit down with the incredibly talented Philadelphia-based singer-songwriter and ukulele player, . Originally from Smyrna, Delaware, Sug has carved out a unique space in the music world with her soulful blend of folk, rock, and alternative influences. We delve into her journey from growing up in a rural town, finding her identity as a queer artist, and making the move to Philadelphia, where she has continued to develop her sound and message. Sug shares her experiences leading the bands Hoochi Coochi and FlowCity, and what inspired her to step out as a solo artist. We also discuss her upcoming...
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Tony Trischka
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In this episode of The High Note podcast, I chat with banjo legend about his latest project, "Earl Jam," which he will be performing at the 61st Philadelphia Folk Festival. Tony discusses his tribute to banjo pioneer Earl Scruggs which led to him collaborating with musicians Billy Strings and Del McCoury and many more for his most recent album, "Earl Jam." He also shares insights into his deep connection with the festival, dating back to his first visit in the 1960s and some pretty great stories about the 60s folk music scene. We discuss Tony's illustrious career how he has taught...
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Kimberly Sinclair
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Join me on this week's podcast as I interview Artistic and Marketing Director Kimberly Sinclair. We explore the exciting plans for the 61st annual Philadelphia Folk Festival, which will take place from August 16-18, 2024 at the historic Old Pool Farm in Upper Salford Township, Pennsylvania. Kimberly shares insights into what attendees can expect, the festival's rich history, and the vibrant community that makes it all possible. Whether you're a longtime festival-goer or a newcomer, this episode is packed with everything you need to know about this event, which is the highlight of my...
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Tall Tall Trees
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Mike Savino, the brainchild and founder of , is my guest on The High Note to chat about his most recent album "" which was released Friday, Sept. 8, 2023 via . We talk about his journey in music from being a metalhead to a deadhead to being classically trained in acoustic bass to creating his own instrument, the Banjotron 5000. In addition to the songwriting process on his most recent album with Josiah Wolf, also get into his musical influences and the album he recorded earlier this year with JD Pinkus, "Ponder Machine." Read my review of his most recent release on . See Tall Tall Trees...
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Emily Faye
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Singing songs, surfing and sailing the seas of Web 3; is there anything can't do? I met the multi-talented British-based singer-songwriter at VeeCon 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana, where she captivated a packed crowd with her song "" at Lucas Oil Stadium with Gala Music. During our conversation, we dive into her journey in web3, her inspiration, how her fiance inspired "Playstation," her love of country music and surfing, and her ongoing series "." Follow Emily Faye on all social media platforms at , where she shares updates about her music and announcements about her upcoming live shows and...
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Valerie Ann
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Valerie Ann is a Utah-based songwriter with a magical touch for creating children's music that appeals not only to the young ones but also to the adults who care for them and those in between. I met Valerie Ann at VeeCon this past year in Indianapolis, Indiana and thankfully, we re-connected just this past month. She's a talented songwriter and pioneer in the children's music industry, taking strides in the NFT music platform, . In this episode, we discuss her songwriting process, how she manages to craft tunes that resonate with children and adults, her journey into the NFT music world, and...
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Keller Williams and Steve Poltz
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and are both accomplished singer-songwriters individually who together have performed a "Shut the Folk Up and Listen" series across America. They join me for a conversation about their careers, folk music and their run of shows. You can see them Friday, March 3 at in Alexandria, Virginia, Saturday, March 4 at and Sunday, March 5 at . They will each perform a set of music and then perform together. Keller Williams will return Friday, March 17 at in Asbury Park, New Jersey. You can also join them for for a song school May 2-4 and a folk festival May 5-6, 2023 in Joshua Tree,...
info_outlineIn this episode of The High Note, I sit down with Shanna in a Dress, a delightful singer-songwriter whose humor and heartwarming stories captivated audiences at the 61st annual Philadelphia Folk Festival.
We dive into her creative process, stories behind her songs, and the inspiration she draws from her cross-country bike tour that shaped her music career.
Shanna shares her thoughts on what it's like to perform at such a historic festival for the first time, creating spontaneous moments with fellow performers like Miss Emily and Adam Ezra, and how she balances heartfelt, emotional songs with her light-hearted and comedic approach. Plus, she opens up about the personal story behind her song “Shelly” and what it means to her as an artist.
Whether you're a fan of folk music, singer-songwriters, or just love good stories, Shanna in a Dress will inspire and entertain you. Listen in to hear more about her upcoming album "Sweet Spot," her musical adventures, and her philosophy of embracing imperfection.
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Paul “Dawg” Dixon wrote, composed and recorded the intro and outro music. The voices you hear at the end are Graeme Armstrong, Steve Poltz and Keller Williams.