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Carolyn Kendrick’s latest project explores complex themes of moral panic, tradition, and the figure of the devil (AKA Satan, AKA Lucifer). The LA-based songwriter opens up about the inspiration behind her album, ‘Each Machine,’ which is accompanied by a thought-provoking zine. In our Basic Folk conversation, she discusses the significance of the color red in her work, symbolizing themes of anger, danger, and familial ties, and how it contrasts with the black and white imagery used throughout the project. Carolyn…
Listen to the InterviewBasic Folk 72 – Alice Howe
Powered by RedCircle Alice Howe’s vibe is Jackson Browne & Bonnie Raitt, but also Joan Baez and old English ballads.…
Basic Folk 71 – Danielle Knibbe
Powered by RedCircle Once singer/songwriter Danielle Knibbe earned the nickname “The Lyric Doctor” due to her intrinsic ability to channel…
Basic Folk 70: Sunny War
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Our definition of “folk” is extremely broad, so you’ll hear interviews from
KT Tunstall,
John Hiatt,
Amythyst Kiah,
Kishi Bashi,
... and many more. Cindy and Lizzie approach their interviews with warmth, humor and insightful questions.