Podcast appearances and mentions of Heather Maloney

Tomorrow night at Caffè Lena, Pioneer Valley based singer-songwriter and visual artist Heather Maloney will play a concert marking the release of her first full-length album in five years.“Exploding Star” - now out from Signature Sounds - is a reverie on loss and grief. A collection of songs written after her father died in 2021, “Exploding Star” is made up of sweet and sour memories, wistful, beautiful melodies, and heart.

In the not-too-distant past, kids wanted to be firefighters, doctors or a police officers. Today, many want to be influencers. And why not, when they can earn thousands, even millions of dollars from businesses paying them to promote their products or services. The content has to be engaging of course and is often produced as videos across social media platforms. Perhaps this is a strategy that makes sense for your own business, but Heather Maloney, Founder and CEO of Contactpoint says you need to be careful of a few things – including the potential for controversy – but it could help boost your profile very quickly. Business Essentials Daily is produced by: SoundCartelsoundcartel.com.au+61 3 9882 8333See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Super excited to announce new guest, Jessica Smucker, to The Story!Jessica Smucker believes that the best way to change the world is to channel our pain into connection. Her songs have a way of reaching deeply into people's souls and inviting the kind of reflection that feels both reassuring and unsettling. Wrapped in catchy melodies, her lyrics appear simple and relatable on the surface, but each listen will uncover more hidden pockets of nuance. She's the kind of writer and performer who can lull a noisy room into a hush with a single line.Jessica is based in Lancaster, PA, very near the tiny rural town of Bird-in-Hand where she grew up.She has toured nationwide, opened for national acts like Cheryl Wheeler and Bill Staines, and shared billing with Heather Maloney, Meghan Trainor, Gangstagrass, and the Stray Birds. She has won or placed in numerous national songwriting contests including SolarFest's Singer/Songwriter Showcase Competition, the Connecticut Folk Festival Song Competition, and the Mid-Atlantic Song Contest. Her discography spans from 2008-2020 and includes two EPs and three full-length albums, and a handful of singles released in 2021-22. She hopes to release a fourth album sometime next year.In her life beyond music, Jessica is a published poet and essayist, a social justice warrior, freakishly good at Scrabble, and mother to two of the smartest people she's ever met in real life.You can find Jessica and her projects here:Website: https://jessicasmucker.com/Find The Story Podcast here: coryrosenproductions.com/podcastsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-story/donations

Jerry Kolb stops by The Greg and Dan Show along with musician Heather Maloney to preview the Doris Kolb Women in Music Series featuring Maloney and High Tea on Wednesday, February 14th from 7:30 - 9:30 at Dingeldine Music Center. The Doris Kolb Women in Music Concert Series is under the direction of the Bradley University School of Music Business. Heather Maloney is a Massachusetts-based “writer song-singer” found music in the midst of three years at a meditation center. Maloney possesses a sound and style similar to Joni Mitchell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RADIO CRYSTAL BLUE 9/23/23 Domenico Modugno "Volare (nel blu di pinto de blu)" Adriano Celentano "Si e spento il sole" - A New Orleans Umberto Tozzi "Gloria" - Gloria Matia Bazar "Grande Piccolo Mondo" - Melo The Late Saints "Psychodrama" - Presto! In America www.jacopodenicola.com Paolo Conte "Max" - Aguapiano Giulia Millanta "Looking For Bliss - Woman On The Moon www.giuliamillanta.com Erene Mastrangeli "Lies & Cries" - Love, Shine www.erenemusic.com *********************** Cormac O'Cairmh "When Someone Says It Must Be Hard - Where The World Begins https://www.cormacocaoimh.net/ Leepeck "No One Knows"- Borderline https://www.facebook.com/Leepeckmusic Kevin Daniel "Happy For A While" - The Life And Adventures Of Kevin Daniel www.thekevindaniel.com Ash & Eric "Autumn Hymn" - Sure www.ashandericcmusic.com Heather Maloney "Wild As A Birdsong" - No Shortcuts (Live At The Academy) www.heathermaloney.com ************* Some music from official showcase participants in this year's FARM (Folk Alliance Region Midwest) conference event: https://www.farmfolk.org/ Karyn Oliver "Skeleton" - Cherchez La Femme www.karynoliver.com Sam Robbins "Just One Cronkite" - Bigger Than In Between www.samrobbins.com Caroline Cotter "Antonia" - Gently As I Go www.carolinecotter.com Greg Greenway "The Skin I'm in" - 20000 Versions Of The Sun www.greggreenway.com Joy Zimmerman "How Shall We Sing" - Where The Light Lives www.joyzimmermanmusic.com Sons Of The Never Wrong "The Great Unknown" - King Fisher King https://sonsoftheneverwrong.com/ ********************* Music from artists that took part in this year's Americanafest event in Nashville: www.americanamusic.org William Matheny "Down At The Hotel Canfield" - That Grand, Old Feeling www.williammatheny.com Darlingside "All The Lights In The City" - Everything Is Alive www.darlingside.com Eddie 9V "Don't Come Around This House" - Little Black Flies www.eddie9v.com Jaimee Harris "Like You" - Boomerang Town www.jaimeeharris.com Ever More Nest "Coming Along" - Out Here Now www.evermorenest.com ******************** Lily Frost "Rainbow Glasses" - Retro-Moderne www.lilyfrost.com Cocktail Slippers "Good Love" www.cocktailslippers.com Elk City "Keep It" - Undertow https://www.facebook.com/elkcityband Esther Fletcher "Home" https://www.facebook.com/estherfletch/ Tenderhooks "Where Are My Fans" 5.4 Light Years https://www.facebook.com/tenderhooksband/ ON "Gator" - https://onmusic.ca/ The Veldt "Aurora Borealis" https://www.facebook.com/VeldtThe/ In The Pines "Painting By Numbers" - Painting By Numbers https://www.inthepines.band/ Black Rose Burning "Night Terrors" - Ad Astra www.blackroseburning.com Jeremiah Chiu "In Electric Time" - In Electric Time www.jeremiahchiu.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/radiocblue/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/radiocblue/support

My guest is Grammy Nominated Recording Engineer/Mixer Andrew Oedel. Andrew owns Ghost Hit Recording and has worked with Sophie B. Hawkins, Brynn Cartelli, Mandy Harvey, Heather Maloney, Rachael Price, Seth Glier, The Front Bottoms, Sincere Engineer, and Watsky. In this episode, we discuss Growing up in Western Mass Early Focus on Music Connecticut College NYU Internships Freelancing  Avatar Casting A Wide Net Dressing Up As An Elf Customer Service Handouts Willing to Clean Toilets Studio Etiquette Goodfellas Working with Watsky Studio in a Warehouse 220-Year-Old Church Studio Double Mortgages Accommodating Outside Producer/Engineers Studio Rates Family Costco TV's Diversification Studio Expenses Property Tax Matt's Rant: Matt's New Machine Links and Show Notes Andrew's Studio Hollow Mountain Sound Matts Picture Instagram Watsky x Infinity Credits Guest: Andrew Oedel Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau  WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell  Announcer: Chuck Smith

Katie Sachs drops by and tries to get me cancelled   Listen and follow Katie Sachs https://www.katiesachs.com/ https://www.instagram.com/katiesachs_band/ https://www.facebook.com/Katiesachsmusic/   Thanks to Jack Adamant for the closing song https://jackadamant.com https://open.spotify.com/jackadamant/ https://jackadamant.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jackadamant/ https://www.facebook.com/jackadamantofficial   Subscribe to the podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wnc-original-music/id1378776313 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/wnc-original-music-31067964/ This link has all the other places to subscribe https://gopod.me/wncom   Follow on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/wncoriginalmusic https://www.wncoriginalmusic.com https://www.instagram.com/wnc_original_music/   All music used by permission   BIO: Katie Sachs is an Asheville, NC - based songwriter, powerhouse vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist, who sings from the guts and delivers a raw, urgently emotional musical experience to listeners. Through eccentric lyrics and catchy melodies, Katie reveals an inner world that is brutally honest, deeply vulnerable, and highly relatable.  Her appreciation of wide-ranging musical styles comes through in her work, and makes it hard to put a label on her.  If influences were ingredients, they would include: a base of Billie Holiday, a dash of David Byrne, a pinch of Pixies, and a flavor of Feist.  BRAGS: With a degree in creative writing, extensive national touring, and over 20 years of songwriting behind her, Katie is a seasoned performer who knows how to connect with her audience and make them cry, laugh, ponder, and fall silent.  She has performed at iconic venues such as: Club Passim in Boston, MA, Hole in the Wall, Strangebrew and the Driskill Hotel in Austin, TX, and the Threadgill stage at Kerrville Folk Festival. Co-bills include the likes of Heather Maloney, Ley Line, Peter Tork (Of the Monkees) and trading songs around campfires with a then-unknown Adrianne Lenker (Big Thief.) Katie's full catalogue of music (4 albums, from 2012 - 2021) can be downloaded on Bandcamp. Stream music on Spotify and all other online streaming platforms or catch one of her live shows!   Jack Adamant is a Italian singer/songwriter who now lives and records in Stockholm and has just released his sophomore album ”Obscure Places & Cupboards” on AR Recordings. Produced by Jack and his drummer Ged at home mainly during lockdown, the new record has a more indie-punk feel to it compared with his 2019 debut ”Unkind”.   

In the not-too-distant past, kids wanted to be firefighters, doctors or a police officers. Today, many want to be influencers. And why not, when they can earn thousands, even millions of dollars from businesses paying them to promote their products or services. The content has to be engaging of course and is often produced as videos across social media platforms. Perhaps this is a strategy that makes sense for your own business, but Heather Maloney, Founder and CEO of Contactpoint says you need to be careful of a few things – including the potential for controversy – but it could help boost your profile very quickly. Business Essentials Daily is produced by: SoundCartelsoundcartel.com.au+61 3 9882 8333See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look back fondly to our 2014 season with this special re-broadcast featuring two young and extremely talented performers: Alejandro Rose-Garcia, (performing under the moniker Shakey Graves) and Heather Maloney. We'll also share a great eChievement Award story of a young Canadian woman building safe classrooms for children, particularly girls, in Afghanistan.

This episode was recorded on June 26, 2022, in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes James McMurtry, Aoife O'Donovan, Natalie Hemby, Sammy Rae & The Friends, and Heather Maloney. Podcast support is provided by Digital Relativity. https://bit.ly/3e2CTVy

The Martha Bassett Show welcomes Heather Maloney to the Reeves Theater in Elkin, NC! Heather hails from Massachusetts and has received numerous accolades for her signature brand of endearing, powerful folk songs exploring themes of spirituality, transformation, and impermanence. The old-time duo of Tatiana Hargreaves & Sonya Badigian also join, with some wonderful “brother” duets, and Ryan Newcomb captivates with his beautiful singing and songwriting.

So many think you have to leave home to do BAM. But what if that's not God's plan for you? Heather Maloney, of Contact Point, is making a Kingdom Impact in her hometown of Melbourne, Australia. This is her story. https://contactpoint.com.au

We're back in action after a quick break, and ready to drink some Moscow Mules with Heather Maloney of Definition Design! We're talking about the fun side of Glenn going to his first conference in 14 months!!!

This episode features singer/songwriter Heather Maloney, who is one of our very favorite musicians. We met Heather at Four Corners Music Festival and have been fans ever since. We talk about a lot of topics in this podcast, but first and foremost is her Christmas EP, entitled Christmas Anyway, which you can download https://heathermaloneymusic.bandcamp.com/album/christmas-anyway (here). You can also purchase merch from this bandcamp site, or her https://www.heathermaloney.com/ (website). Heather is also an artist, so be sure to check out the artwork for the EP as well as cards and other merch she has personally designed.

Scrawling a name on the wall creates a new indie-folk band, and an artist discovers music in the midst of a meditation center. This is episode 56 of Caffe Lena: 60 Years of Song. Thank you to Sarah at the Caffe for the list of songs and artists for the feature. Over a decade ago, singer-songwriter Philip Price scrawled the name “Winterpills” on the wall of a music venue in Northampton, MA. Initially, it was going to be the name for a dreamt-of electronica project but somewhere along the line, it blossomed into a critically acclaimed indie band with a deep catalog of elegant, dark chamber pop. Massachusetts based “writer- song singer” Heather Maloney found music in the midst of three years at a meditation center, honing a sound moored in days of silent reflection and reverence for storytellers. Her latest album has a song inspired by Ken Burns’ documentary The Dustbowl. Caffe Lena: 60 Years of Song, a production of WEXT Radio.

Today's episode features singer/songwriter Hayley Reardon. We met her in Montreal when Lisa saw her perform in an official showcase at Folk Alliance and was immediately taken by her voice and songs. She came to Colorado that following November and performed in our house series. And met our dogs. We were struck by her thoughtful approach to both performing and negotiating the music business. And of course, we loved her songs. When we saw her last, she was preparing for a songwriter in residence fellowship in Germany—where she would be right now had the pandemic not occurred. Hayley has shared stages with Lori Mckenna, Anais Mitchell and Rodney Crowell, and sings on Heather Maloney’s latest album. And, of course, she has released two full-length albums and an EP, and is preparing for her next album after the pandemic. https://www.hayleyreardon.com/ Venmo (@hayleyreardon) and Paypal (https://www.paypal.me/hayleyreardon)

A steamboat pilot becomes a musician, and a vow of silence leads to singing beautiful songs. This is episode 30 of Caffe Lena : 60 Years of Song . Thanks to Sarah a the Caffe for creating the of songs and artist for the feature. John Hartford fell in love with two things: music and the Mississippi River. In the 1970’s, he earned his steamboat pilot’s license and would have done that full time but music got in the way. During his later years, he returned to the river every summer to work as a pilot, even after winning Grammys in three different decades. Heather Maloney spent a few years working at a spiritual living center in Massachusetts where vows of silence were common. She would be silent a week at a time, during which she would journal. Her journaling morphed into songwriting which morphed into performing her own voice in an authentic way. Caffe Lena: 60 Years of Song, a production of WEXT Radio.

Joining the conversation on the [CLIC] Podcast is Heather Maloney of Definition Design. We are talking about Hospitality Design. If you would like to be on the show DM or e-mail us at info@cliconference.com. Thank you.... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before the coronavirus outbreak, a wife visited her husband nearly every day at the nursing home. This week on NEXT, how visitor limitations are separating the couple for the first time in 70 years of marriage. Plus, how homeless shelters are coping with the pandemic. And we talk with singer-songwriter Heather Maloney about music, meditation and how she found her voice during a silent retreat.

This week on NEXT, we talk with singer-songwriter Heather Maloney about quitting her music degree for meditation, then becoming a songwriter during silent retreat. And the carrier pigeons of old still find a way to race across the sky. Plus, essayist Tim Clark remembers the neighbors who helped when his wife fell down the church stairs.

E. J. Koh is a poet, author and translator based in Seattle, WA. Her book of poetry is called A Lesser Love, and her memoir The Magical Language of Others is forthcoming this January.I had the pleasure of sitting down with E.J. in her home recently, where we discussed everything from memoir writing, to inter-generational trauma, to her “Love Letter” project which is all about her mission to write a thousand letters to strangers by hand. She tells us what drove her to start the project and the common thread she’s noticed about the stories we tell ourselves.E.J. also shared the old way she used to deal with rejection to her new approach of taking the rejection as a gentle nudge, a whisper saying “not right now.” If you are a storyteller or want to be, I think this episode will be especially relevant but truly you can glean so much wisdom from E.J.’s words no matter who you are or what you’re up to! Where to find E.J.:WebsiteInstagramTwitterThis episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music is by Heather Maloney. 

Alex Hwang is a singer and songwriter for the Los Angeles based band Run River North.In this conversation, we touch on growing up bi-culturally and Alex speaks on learning how to find ways to talk about his Korean culture. He also talks about his faith, how finding a routine in yoga helps him battle anxiety, about his love of reading and getting lost in menial tasks. He also shares the most touching story about a Run River North fan, and what he’s most excited about right now.Where to find Run River North:Where to find Run River North:Website: http://home.runrivernorth.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runrivernorth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/runrivernorthTwitter: https://twitter.com/runrivernorthYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFn3IPGHVWH_C0j4nt6iICwThis episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme song is by Heather Maloney.Episode webpage here. 

Sam Lamott is the creator of the Hello Humans website and How To Human podcast. If you like this podcast you should definitely check his out as well! He’s had many wonderful guests including Brené Brown, Byron Katie and his mom Anne Lamott.In this conversation, we get deep real fast. I love that Sam speaks so openly and honestly about his story. He talks about being the sensitive kid who didn’t feel like he belonged. About being an addict and getting sober at 22. On being a young dad. Learning how to live well with depression. On getting past envy, and how to keep going, even when you feel like a failure.He also tells us how pain has been his biggest teacher, and we talk about how the smallest moments of kindness can make a major impact on ourselves and others.If you’ve struggled with any kind of addiction, I think it will be especially powerful for you to hear Sam’s story, but no matter who you are or what you’re going through, you will find plenty of wisdom, comfort and inspiration throughout the episode.Where to Find Sam/Hello Humans:Sam on InstagramHello Humans InstagramTwitterHello Humans WebsiteThis episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music is by Heather Maloney.

Danya Kukafka is the bestselling author of the novel Girl in Snow and is currently at work on another book. In this episode we talk a lot about writing, and the whole process of publishing a book. We dive into the differences between writing long form fiction vs. non-fiction, what drew her towards fiction in particular, and she shares how her first published novel came to be. Some other themes we cover include resisting comparison, nostalgia, criticism, and how she deals with negative feedback as a writer. If you are an author or aspiring writer I think you’ll get a lot out of this episode. And if you’re an artist of any kind you’ll find a lot of gems here. I hope you enjoy! Where to find Danya: Website Instagram Twitter Goodreads This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme song is by Heather Maloney.

Heather Maloney is a writer song-singer based in western Massachusetts. She has recently released her fourth full length album, the beautiful and expressive “Soil in the Sky”. We talk with Heather about her collaborations on the album with Lake Street Dive's Rachel Price and Taylor Goldsmith from Dawes, how her years spent living at a meditation center helped her find songwriting, and the misquoting of Walt Whitman. Heather also performs a song from her new album live in the studio at the tail end of the episode.

Nicholas Petricca is the lead singer of pop-rock band WALK THE MOON and is also an incredibly thoughtful, deep soul as you’ll hear in this episode! In this conversation, we dive deep and talk about art and expression - as he says “we’re either expressing or suppressing”. He speaks on how being a touring musician is like living multiple lives, his greatest teachers, and we unpack anxiety and learning how to banish self-judgement. Nicholas also speaks on the heartbreaking loss of his father to Alzheimer’s and how Kundalini yoga helped him cope with this incredibly painful time in his life. I can’t stop thinking about the line you hear Nicholas say at the top of this intro… “Everything is a gift if you allow it to be. Pain is information about what matters to you.” I’ve been a fan of WALK THE MOON for years and it was such a treat to sit down with Nicholas over tea in his beautiful home. I left our conversation feeling so touched by his honesty and depth and I’m certain you will too. Where to find WALK THE MOON: Official Site: http://www.walkthemoonband.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walkthemoon Twitter: http://twitter.com/walkthemoonband Instagram: http://instagram.com/walkthemoonband This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme song is by Heather Maloney.

Jessie McCall is a Portland-based photographer who has brought her camera on the road capturing the tours of some of your favorite musicians, and more recently can be found diving into the mystical world of underwater photography. I’ve been photographed by her a number of times and I can tell you the magic she creates is something wonderfully unique. We cover many topics in this episode including, the truth of what we don’t always see behind fame, success or simply someone’s Instagram feed. The vulnerability of being single, and the growth that happens in a partnership. Finding beauty in our bodies no matter what shape or size we are, and Jessie shares who’s inspiring her to feel comfortable in her own skin. She tells us what she does to get on the other side of a bad day, the story of her mother’s incredible life as a journalist for LIFE magazine, her own artistic path as a photographer with an emphasis on capturing the evocative raw nature of humanity. We talk about so much more - and if you are an artist or have an artist’s soul so many things in this conversation are going to speak to you. The photos she captures are some of the most striking images I’ve come across, and as you’ll hear her story is just as captivating. Where to find Jessie: Website Instagram Instagram Tribute to Jessie’s Mother This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme song is by Heather Maloney.

Natalie Stovall is a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, from Nashville, TN. She’s also an old friend of mine as we met years ago in college. Natalie has been playing on a stage almost her entire life and made her Grand Ole Opry debut at the age of 12. She has performed everywhere from the White House to The Oprah Show and more recently was a contestant on The Voice. Natalie tells us about her time on the show, and you’ll hear us talk about being two of the only girls during our time at Berklee College of Music! This was such a fun conversation that takes us many places. She shares about having been a bit heartbroken by music, and finding her way back to a new place with it. On navigating social media as an artist. Her most memorable concert experience that still gives her chills. How she uses gratitude to turn a bad day around. And, it was also so nice hearing her love for her best friend Ruthie Collin’s artistry. Natalie radiates joy and warmth and if you don’t already know her I know you’re going to love getting to know her a bit through this chat. Where to find Natalie: Instagram Website This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music is by Heather Maloney.

Holly Miranda is a singer-songwriter who grew up Detroit but left home at 16 to pursue music. We speak on forgiveness, inter-generational friendships, healing through singing, grief, Ibiza, chosen family, moving through feelings of not belonging, stage fright, how to protect yourself from negative energy and more. Holly has an incredibly powerful story and her resilience and depth continues to inspire me. Where to find Holly: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollymiranda/ Website: https://www.hollymiranda.com/ This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music is by Heather Maloney.

A special episode featuring sneak peeks of the songs on Heather Maloney's upcoming album "Soil In The Sky". Heather speaks openly and honestly about the stories behind these songs. For more info on the album visit heathermaloney.com This episode was produced by Aaron Moring. Theme song by Heather Maloney (!).

Pico Iyer is a travel writer who has been to over 80 countries, the best-selling author of many books, and he has given TED talks that have reached millions. More importantly, he is one of the most genuine, generous, kind-hearted people I have ever come across. I had the honor of sitting down with him recently in Santa Barbara, California. It was one of the most special conversations of my life, and I’m so elated to be able to share it with you. Pico talks about life without a cell phone, finding friends in books, losing everything he owned in a fire years ago, and how it brought him closer to the simple and beautiful life that he now has in Japan. We mused on the idea of home: how places can feel like people, and how we can be instinctively drawn to a place, as Pico calls them, our “secret homes.” My friend Ayappa always says to me “quality recognizes quality” and those words rung in my mind as Pico recounted his friendships with the Dalai Lama, Leonard Cohen, Krista Tippett - and other incredible souls just like him. Pico is such a treasure and I know you are going to love hearing his story and all the wisdom he shares. Be sure to check out Pico’s interviews on Oprah’s Super Soul Conversations podcast and Krista Tippett’s On Being podcast as well! Where to find Pico: Website Pico’s TED Talks Pico on Krista Tippett's On Being Podcast Pico on Oprah’s Super Soul Conversations Podcast Pico on Facebook and Twitter This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music is by Heather Maloney.

Melissa Messer is an American realist oil painter based in Seattle, WA. I got a chance to sit down with Melissa in her beautiful studio last week. We were surrounded by her paintings, there was tea, some cat meows in the background... and it was just perfect. We had a wide-ranging conversation and cover a lot of topics dear to my heart - including art and vulnerability. The gifts and challenges of being an empath. Putting your art out and allowing for criticism. Settling into yourself and the effects of that in art. We also talk about in-between times of life, and the beauty and fertileness of going through a season of uncertainty. I’m such a fan of Melissa’s art and what she does with words. I teared up multiple times throughout this conversation because it made me feel so much. I hope it moves something in you, too! Where to find Melissa: Instagram Website Project Girl Crush Interview with Melissa This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music is by Heather Maloney.

Katie Jayne Earl is part of the Los Angeles band The Mowgli’s. She’s also a fierce advocate and does so much good in this world. I’ve been lucky to know Katie for a number of years now and have seen that first hand. This conversation was both fun and deep. Katie speaks on how grieving holds value. On why it’s important to her to use her platform to do something that’s greater than herself. She reflects on all the women in her life who make her feel like “the closet purest version” of herself, and why simply thinking of her best friends can be the key to getting through a rough patch. We chat about how dating random people can be really weird, and she shares how her relationship with her husband and band-mate came to be. We also get all girly and talk about hair for a bit. As always, you’ll hear her “favorites”: book, record, place, memory and more! Where to find Katie / The Mowgli’s: Website Instagram: The Mowgli’s and Katie This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music is by Heather Maloney.

Aran Goyoaga is a cookbook author, photographer and creator of Cannelle et Vanille. Everything that Aran touches holds so much beauty – her photos, her food, her words. One of the things that makes Aran so special is her genuine care and honesty. She isn’t afraid to talk about the messy parts of being human, including as she says her “shadow side.” We go deep in our conversation and talk about everything from searching for and the claiming of identity, to feelings of not belonging, eating disorders, depression, the incredible power of gentleness, and learning to listen to intuition. You’ll also hear us talk about our shared Spanish roots and I loved hearing Aran speak about the ways her father and whole family have deeply influenced her. I don’t have the adequate words to describe how much I enjoyed this conversation. Aran’s salient and empathetic advice, artistic sensibility, and stories are full of so much meaning, truth, and they sparked many moments of inspiration for me. I’m so grateful for this conversation and am elated to share it with you all. **Where to find Aran: ** Instagram Website(s): http://www.cannellevanille.com/ and https://www.arangoyoaga.com/ Pre-order her new cookbook “Cannelle et Vanille” here ! This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music is by Heather Maloney.

Jeffrey Martin is an internationally touring singer-songwriter based in Portland, OR. Mick Flannery is an award-winning singer-songwriter from Ireland. These two share a deep appreciation for each other, many similarities, and a tour van occasionally. It was great to sit down with them while they were on tour recently and catch a glimpse into their friendship and hear their unique stories. Jeffrey tells us about his decision to walk away from full-time teaching into full-time music. Mick shares about his own turn towards music as a career after working in a completely different profession. They discuss the transition from touring back to real life, and what - in addition to beer - helps them get through rough patches. We also chat about Steinbeck’s tenderness and their “favorites” - books, music, memories and more! Where to find Jeffrey: Instagram and Website Where to find Mick: Instagram and Website This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music is by Heather Maloney.

Rachel Demy is a music photographer who honed her craft while on the road with various rock bands over 10+ years as a tour manager. She’s from Portland, OR and now based in Seattle. Our wide-ranging conversation takes us everywhere from panic attacks, to the romance (and heartbreak) of friendships, to taking leaps of faith by following your instincts, to learning how to live in the grey. This is one of my favorite conversations - on or off the podcast - ever. Maybe it’s because Rachel is so raw and vulnerable (which allowed me to be the same), maybe it’s because we cover topics that are heavy on my mind lately, or maybe it’s just because Rachel is so darn wonderful. I know you’re going to love her (and all the wisdom she shares), too! Where to find Rachel: Website Instagram: @racheldemy and @racheldemyfilm This episode was audio produced by Aaron Morning. Theme music by Heather Maloney.

Peter Mulvey is a folk singer-songwriter and all around wonderful human. He is a deeply curious person who loves poetry, so I already knew we’d be fast friends and have a lot to talk about! We got a chance to sit down together in San Francisco, and we cover a lot of ground during this conversation. He tells us about a time he was living alone in an empty house in a little town, and the profound encounter with a fox he had during that time that led to beautiful lyrics. He talks about the important distinction between solitude and isolation, and I love how he unpacks the feeling of grief. He talks about what tools have helped him get through darker times, including being as he describes a “very persistent half-assed meditator”, nature, community, and looking after other people. I’d like to add an exclamation point on that last bit: if you’re going through a hard time, I can’t emphasize enough how useful it is to do something - however small - to make someone else feel better when you’re down. When I’m going through it, this is the one thing that consistently helps me get out of a funk. And I was happy to hear Peter say it too. He also tells us some of the writers and musicians whose creativity moves him. And wow - I got goosebumps all over when he describes his favorite memory – it’s a good one. Everyone I know who is friends with Peter says he’s one of the best humans they know, and I can see why. **Where to find Peter: ** Instagram Website This episode was audio produced by Aaron Morning. Theme music by Heather Maloney.

In this episode, I’m talking to my good friends Daniel Ellsworth and Beth Mathews. Beth is a graphic designer but also spends her time working on many impactful social justice projects, including The Mom Bag, a non-profit she started to help refugee mothers. Daniel is a musician in the band Daniel Ellsworth & The Great Lakes. We touch on so many topics throughout this conversation - everything from dogs, their creative inspirations, to feelings of guilt, and anxiety. And speaking of anxiety - Beth has a super awesome “anxiety manual” she created to help those who struggle with it, and you should check out - it’s definitely helped me! There are so many nuggets of wisdom throughout this chat as I knew there would be, because Dan and Beth are two of the best people I know. Where to find Daniel and Beth: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethmathews/ and https://www.instagram.com/danielellsworth/ Websites: https://www.bethmathews.com/ and https://danielellsworthandthegreatlakes.com/ This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music is by Heather Maloney.

Meera Lee Patel is an illustrator and writer, whose work is focused on mental health and helping people feel more connected to themselves. She is the author of My Friend Fear: Finding Magic in the Unknown, and two beautiful journals: Made Out of Stars, and Start Where You Are. In this episode, we chat about pushing through fear, and the freedom that comes from both being wholly yourself and learning that not everyone is for you and that’s OK. She tells her story about when she realized most of her time was being spent in a way that wasn’t meaningful to her, at the same time she found herself feeling free in paining and writing. She shares her journey on how she moved towards her creative vocation full time. We talk about physical and emotional scars and the ongoing process of being brave enough to show them to the world. And I love how she notes that talking about her own scars “brings me closer to myself but also to other people.” Meera also speaks about how the artist process is so similar to the human process, what it is about reading both fiction and non-fiction that help her through a hard time, and much more. I loved getting to know Meera a bit through this conversation and I know you’ll find her to be a beautiful person just as I did! **Where to find Meera: ** Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meeraleepatel/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/meeraleepatel Website: https://www.meeralee.com/ This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring and theme music is by Heather Maloney.

Kathy Knecht speaks with the Founder of Arizonans for Gun Safety, Geraldine Hills, about her personal experience with gun violence, the politics of guns, and the facts about gun-related death and violence in America. In the middle of the episode, we've include a story about an accidental gun death, told by Mary Lynn, friend to Kathy and Geraldine, who attending the taping of the episode. Organizations mentioned: Arizonans for Gun Safety | March for Our Lives AZ | March for Our Lives | FACTS (Firearm Safety Among Children & Teens Consortium). Music by Heather Maloney, How Many More. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/addyour2cents/support

Misty Boyce is a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. She is part of the band Lord Huron and has an incredible solo career to boot! Her latest album is called "Get Lost" and touches on the hard stuff in life including tragedy and loss, depression, and what can be the emptiness of fame. In addition to her solo career, Misty has performed and toured with many notable artists including Sara Bareilles. I got a chance to catch up with Misty in her home studio in LA and I loved this conversation so much. Misty is a new friend, but someone I connected with instantly. We talk about getting through the lowest of lows. Moving from devastation to freedom. On tackling body image issues as women. On pushing through fear, and as she so perfectly says, “When you tackle the heavy, dark things, they become light...do not run away from them.” She also talks about her incredible path in music (which started when she was nine!), shares some special musical moments (like being in the vocal booth with Sting!), how meditation has been life-changing, and so much more. Plus, she shares her “favorite” list, including her go-to song to sing in the shower! Where to find Misty: Instagram Twitter Website This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music by Heather Maloney.

Sara Forte is the creator of the award winning food blog Sprouted Kitchen, as well as the author of two cookbooks - James Beard nominee Sprouted Kitchen and Sprouted Kitchen Bowl + Spoon. She is based in Southern California. I first stumbled onto her blog some years ago and before I even tried any of her recipes I fell in love with her writing, and the way she wrote so truthfully about life stuff. In this episode we talk about her love of journal style writing, and how she writes more of the story of the “why” behind the food rather then “just about the tomato sauce”. I really loved her response to my “how do you move through a bad day” question where she talks about pivoting towards an action step to move out of it. She also shares her story on being self-employed as a creative, what it’s like being spouse, co-parent and creative partners with her husband, and we gush about why Trader Joe’s in so awesome. She tells us what she likes in her salads, some of her favorite people, places and things, and a lot more! Where to find Sara: Instagram Website This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music by Heather Maloney.

Oh Pep! are indie-folk/pop duo Olivia Hally and Pepita Emmerichs. They are from Melbourne, Australia but we were able to catch up in person while they were on tour in the US (with our mutual friend Gregory Alan Isakov) in support of their new album called "I Wasn't Only Thinking About You". We cover a lot of ground in this conversation (with lots of giggling along the way!). They share the story of how they came together as a band, and tell us about something outside of music that they both want to do. We talk about the grounding nature of journaling, the beauty and romance of handwritten letters, and some of the challenges (and benefits!) of a life on the road. They also share some “favorites” including their musical and personal inspirations, though Liv so beautifully adds that to her, it’s “more that there are moments that are really inspirational than people.” I so enjoyed catching up with these two wonderful friends and I know you’re going to love getting to know them a bit! Where to find Oh Pep!: Instagram Twitter Website This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music by Heather Maloney.

Eric D. Johnson is a songwriter, musician and producer. He has been in The Shins, Califone, and his current musical project is Fruit Bats. He’s also a really great guy, and I feel lucky to call him a friend! In this episode, Eric gives some solid advice to young artists, and tells us why failing (“hopefully not spectacularly”) can be a really good thing. We talk about the good and bad of social media. He also shares some great tour stories, talks about the differences between joining someone else’s band as a “side guy” (as he did in The Shins) vs. doing his own thing, fan interactions (and how he wants to make a graphic novel about this! - I can’t wait), the book that had a major impact on him, and a whole lot more. Where to find Eric: Instagram Twitter Website This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music by Heather Maloney.

Hollis Wong-Wear is a songwriter, musician, speaker, and community advocate based in Los Angeles. She is the lead vocalist of the electronic R&B trio The Flavr Blue, and was GRAMMY nominated for Album of the Year for her vocal performance of “White Walls” on The Heist by Macklemore and Ryan Lewis. In this episode, Hollis shares why her intention of creating real impact through her art is so important to her, and tells her story of how spoken word poetry is where she first honed her storytelling skills. Hollis shares a time in her life when perceptively everything looked good but on the inside she felt really down on herself. She tells us what helped her through that time and I think it’s so important to hear - not only because we all need to be reminded that perception is not reality but also because she shares really practical advice on how to get through those times we feel empty inside. We talk about the collaborative and powerful relationship of mentorship, and a lot more! Hollis also shares some of her favorites - a person, place, food, and book! Where to find Hollis: Instagram Twitter Website This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music by Heather Maloney.

Liza Anne is a songwriter and musician based in Nashville, TN. Her latest album is titled “Fine But Dying” and I love how raw and honest every song on that album is. In this episode, we talk a lot about mental health. She explains the duality of being introverted but also wanting to being around people. I really loved how she says getting older is “an eternal homecoming”, and how she describes what small talk feels like (as if everyone is "playing a part”). Liza shares how she gets through life’s challenging times: whether just a moment or day, or much longer. We talk about the importance of finding a good therapist (go on a few blind dates with therapists until you find the right one!), and you’ll hear her talk about what the women in her life have meant to her. She also talks about her love for Sex and the City, favorite album, favorite song, city, memory/feeling and more! Where to find Liza Anne: Instagram Facebook Twitter Website This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music by Heather Maloney.

Tom Renaud is a member of Lord Huron, based in Los Angeles, CA. He’s also one of my dear friends! In the episode, he tells us how Lord Huron came to be, about curating a taco with his band, and his love of food, cooking, and travel. He also speaks about the post-tour come down that inevitably happens as a touring musician, what he does to manage stress on the road, and the one thing that clears his head. Tom has been a good friend of mine for years and I can tell you he is one of the kindest people I know. While interviewing him for this podcast, I actually learned some new things about him! I’m excited for you to get to know him a bit. Tom also shares his favorite podcast, album(s), place, and more! Where to find Tom: Tom on Instagram Lord Huron on Instagram Lord Huron Website This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music by Heather Maloney.

Heather Maloney is a singer-songwriter based in Northampton, MA. She sings the theme song for this podcast! She is also my best friend. So, you'll have get through a bit of of us giggling and gushing, but it's worth it to hear her beautiful story - I promise! In this episode, Heather shares how going through a bout of depression led her to spending three years at a silent meditation retreat center and how meditation changed her life. I love the simple but profound mantra that came to her during that time: “If your heart is aching, let it ache.” We also talk about the power of female friendship and being mirrors to each other, long-distance friendships, being highly sensitive which she so perfectly describes as an “overload of information”, and about being independent in romantic relationships. Oh, and as I knew we would, we talk about our deep love for Joni Mitchell, and a whole lot more. Heather also shares her favorite book, album, podcast and more! This is a particularly special episode to me. I hope it feels like something special to you, too! Where to find Heather: Website Instagram Twitter Facebook This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring, and recorded at The Music District, in Fort Collins, CO. Theme song by Heather Maloney.

Catherine (“Cat”) Russell. Backup singer/collaborator to David Bowie, Steely Dan, Jackson Browne, Paul Simon, Dolly Parton (and many more!), and her legendary father (the late Luis Russell) was Louis Armstrong’s musical director. She is also an incredible Jazz Musician - her sixth album, Harlem On My Mind, received a Grammy Nomination. As you can imagine, Cat has incredibly dazzling stories to share, and you’ll hear some of them on this episode. For example what it was like to sing duets with David Bowie night after night, why singing with Dolly Parton - who she describes as the “sweetest, most real person” is one of her all-time favorite experiences, and what Louis Armstrong meant to her. She also talks about singing with Steely Dan (she’s been working with them over the last 25 years and counting), Paul Simon, her dear friend Cindy Lauper, and more. She has an incredibly rich musical background and you’ll love to hear these stories. But to me, she is the person who taught me how to sing the Blues, who helped me move through my first real heartbreak, and the woman who continues to mentor and care for me through life’s challenges and joys. She’s still one of my all-time favorite people to sit down with over a cup of tea to talk about music, men, work, friendship, LIFE. As you’ll hear in the interview, she talks about being honest with her feelings, about emotional learnings, the things no one teaches us about it school - and how list writing helps when her mind is racing. Because Catherine has taught me so much about life and music I thought it was fitting to have her as our first artist in the “mentor series” of this podcast. I love her to pieces, and know you will, too! Where to find Catherine: Website Facebook Twitter This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music by Heather Maloney. Podcast Webpage: montseandree.com/podcast and Instagram.

Sam Outlaw is a singer-songwriter from Southern California who is currently based in Nashville, TN. I’ve known Sam for a few years and I have always appreciated his unfiltered honesty about moving through life’s challenges. In this episode, we talk in depth about mental health. Sam describes what going through a season of depression and panic attacks really feels like, and how he has gotten through it. He also talks about the moment he left his high-paying job to pursue the dream that kept tugging at him, and what it’s been like sharing the stage and opening for Kacey Musgraves and Sheryl Crow, among others. Sam also shares a musical idol of his, a favorite song, place, book, podcast and more! Where to find Sam: Website Instagram Twitter This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music by Heather Maloney. Podcast Webpage: montseandree.com/podcast

Antonique Smith is an actress, Grammy nominated singer, and activist. She is most known for her starring role as Faith Evans in the film "Notorious" and her leading role in "RENT" on Broadway as Mimi. In this episode, Antonique talks about her path towards acting and singing, on being an “Artivist”, what it was like playing the lead in RENT on Broadway, and how taking a leap of faith brought her to starring in the film Notorious. We also discuss the importance of talking about mental health, and the challenges she - and all actors - have to deal with (including hearing “no” over and over). Antonique also shares her favorite place, film, Broadway show, song, and more. Where to find Antonique: Instagram Twitter Facebook Website This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music is by Heather Maloney . Podcast website: montseandree.com/podcast

Anna Tivel is a singer, songwriter, and poet based in Portland, OR. Her fourth full-length album is due out Spring 2019. In this episode, Anna talks about how she stumbled into songwriting, on being sensitive, linguistics, finding comfort in books and music, the lost art of handwritten letters, and a what kind of people are her greatest teachers. Anna also shares a favorite memory, book, song and record. Where to find Anna: Instagram Facebook Spotify Website This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring and recorded at 25th Street Recording Studio in Oakland, CA. Theme music by Heather Maloney. Podcast Website: montseandree.com/podcast

Garrett, aka G.Love and his band just celebrated their 25th year as touring artists with over 15 records released. In this episode, Garrett talks about his journey in the music business, and shares his pre-show ritual which is quite beautiful. I really appreciated how open Garrett is about his own vulnerabilities - about going through lonely times, and about still being nervous and struggling with the “I hope they like us” feeling, which shows that no matter how successful you are, that feeling doesn’t really go away. You can catch him on tour now: www.philadelphonic.com/tour Where to find G. Love Instagram Twitter Facebook Website This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music is by Heather Maloney. Podcast website: montseandree.com/podcast

Steve Varney is the guitarist for Gregory Alan Isakov and leader of Kid Reverie, a rock band out of Denver, CO. In this episode, Steve talks about what it’s like being a touring dad (and how technology helps!), emotional rebuilding, turning towards music during the hardest times, touring with his best friend and neighbor Gregory Alan Isakov, and about his stutter which he describes as an “uncontrollable vulnerability.” Steve also shares his favorite song, album, book and more! Where to find Steve: Instagram Website This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music by Heather Maloney. Podcast Webpage: montseandree.com/podcast

Tyler Knott Gregson is a poet, bestselling author, and photographer. I really enjoyed catching up with Tyler and talking about the importance of being authentically yourself, letting go of what other people think, and finding the “Miracle in the Mundane” - which is the title of his new book. Where to find Tyler: Instagram Twitter Facebook Website This episode was audio produced by Aaron Moring. Theme music by Heather Maloney. Podcast Website: montseandree.com/podcast

Vandaag duiken we weer diep in de platenverzameling van Mart. Hij draait cd’s waarvan hij geen idee heeft hoe hij er ooit aan gekomen is. Je hoort muziek van leden van Ekseption en hij draait singer songwriters waar je waarschijnlijk nog nooit van gehoord hebt zoals; Ruth Moody, Ai Phoenix, Beth McKee, Whitey Morgan, Boris McCutcheon, Heather Maloney, Bob Kemmis, Ian McNabb, Daniel Meade & The Flying Mule.

Vandaag duiken we weer diep in de platenverzameling van Mart. Hij draait cd’s waarvan hij geen idee heeft hoe hij er ooit aan gekomen is. Je hoort muziek van leden van Ekseption en hij draait singer songwriters waar je waarschijnlijk nog nooit van gehoord hebt zoals; Ruth Moody, Ai Phoenix, Beth McKee, Whitey Morgan, Boris McCutcheon, Heather Maloney, Bob Kemmis, Ian McNabb, Daniel Meade & The Flying Mule.

We celebrate the first inaugural Arcadia Folk Festival with mighty tunes from Laura Berman, Faint Peter, Divining Rod, Birds of Chicago, Darlingside, Heather Maloney, The Nields, and Celine Schmink. host, the mongrel music editor, Serafina Welcome! brothers and sisters to Episode #12—of the Cornbread Cafe, a fine place to get your fill of some of very best in American Roots music. Cazh and cozy, we’re located at the five-corners of Blues, Americana, Folk, Country, and Gospel. And sometimes you can catch an express to Rock ’n’ Roll at the bus stop across the way. * I am the mongrel, and it does my heart good to see you back again so soon. And it looks like you brought some friends with you. Thanks for dropping in. Always room in the Cafe for folks with great taste in music.We’re sliding back into our long format this episode to celebrate the inauguration of America’s newest American Roots fest, the Arcadia Folk Festival, taking place in Massachusetts’ Pioneer Valley September 30. Not only do we have a block of great tunes from some of artists who’ll be performing there, but we speak both with Signature Sound’s Jim Olson, organizer of the event AND Jonah Keane, Sanctuary Director for Mass Audubon at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary. Both Jim and Jonah explain why this enchanting, verdant refuge makes for a setting that’s more than just a gorgeous backdrop. Featured in this EpisodeLaura Berman • “Come As You Are” • HomeFaint Peter • “Waiting” • RedoubtDivining Rod • “Darling Down The Row” • singleBirds of Chicago • “Farewell Tenderhearts” • American FlowersDarlingside • “Singularity” • ExtralifeHeather Maloney • “A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall” • Just Enough SunThe Nields • “Love Love Love” • XVIICeline Schmink • “Solo Rider” • Faded Wanderings If you enjoy this show, I really hope you’ll help it to grow and thrive. Become a member by following the link in the sidebar, or by pledging your support at Patreon.com/greylockglass. At the tail end of this episode, we’ll introduce a new, occasional feature of the show we’re calling “American-a Expat.” Right now, though, let’s tuck in to this musical spread by spinning a tune that landed in my inbox just this week. You know I love sharing an early taste of albums before anyone else has heard them. This track will appear on Laura Berman’s January 2019 release, Home, and I think it’s a good indication you’re going to love the whole album when it drops. Here’s “Come as You Are,” on the Cornbread Cafe. Laura Berman Laura Berman; photo courtesy laurabermanmusic.com/. "Singer and songwriter Laura Berman has reached acclaim for her soul-touching vocal and honest, lyrical poetry. She has performed alongside Rev. Michael Beckwith at the Agape International Spiritual Center, Authors Neale Donald Walsch and Marianne Williamson, and sang backup for Grammy Award Winner Enya on the David Letterman Show. Laura also is a session singer and has a featured song in the children's film and accompanying soundtrack of "Clifford's Really Big Movie." She is currently recording her fifth studio album with producer and multi-instrumentalist Roman Morykit, one half of the musical duo, Gypsy Soul, with the album release set for January 2019." Divining Rod That was “Darling Down the Row,” a new single from Divining Rod, the new project of former Rogers Sisters member, Miyuki Furtado. It’s a hypnotic song in its own right, but there’s a story attached, and I encourage you to follow the link in the show notes to Diving Rod’s website for an explanation in his own words. “What do you do after your band has toured the world several times over? Break up and head back home.” That’s just what Hawaiian born, Brooklynite Miyuki Furtado did after a show in Oslo, Norway when he exited The Rogers Sisters (Too Pure/Beggars Group), the much touted NY trio in which he sang, played bass and wrote many of their winning songs. The band had weathered a grueling decade of recording and nearly ...

We celebrate the first inaugural Arcadia Folk Festival with mighty tunes from Laura Berman, Faint Peter, Divining Rod, Birds of Chicago, Darlingside, Heather Maloney, The Nields, and Celine Schmink. Dawn at Arcadia Wildlife Preserve; photo courtesy Mass Audubon. host, the mongrel music editor, Serafina Welcome! brothers and sisters to Episode #12—of the Cornbread Cafe, a fine place to get your fill of some of very best in American Roots music. Cazh and cozy, we’re located at the five-corners of Blues, Americana, Folk, Country, and Gospel.… The post Cornbread Cafe #12 appeared first on The Greylock Glass.

The featured artist for Deepwells’ May concert was Heather Maloney. Massachusetts writer and song-singer Heather Maloney celebrates the release her 2018 EP, Just Enough Sun. The six songs (five new originals and a cover of Dylan’s “A Hard Rain’s A-Gonna Fall”) were recorded as mostly single-take, live performances in a room where instruments bled into vocal mics and vocals into instruments. The result is a raw and deeply vulnerable collection songs that follow Maloney’s literate and often heartbreaking exploration of family history, childhood dreams and the adulthood realities that butt-up against them; loss, misogyny, unrequited love, poverty, and even the moral dilemma of sending monkeys into space for the sake of science. The daughter of a psychotherapist and a carpenter, Heather’s songwriting is equal parts introspective and relatable. Photo courtesy of Eric Ilasenko

You are in for a special treat! Start off the hour with the musical selection “Dandelion” by Heather Maloney and then be intrigued & inspired by the first interview clip featuring Linda Conroy, conference founder, speaking with Thistle Pettersen. After a brief musical interlude of “The Spirit of the Plants” by Lisa Thiel, you’ll hear how YOU CAN WIN A FREE TICKET to the conference followed by interview excerpts with conference keynote speaker, Isla Burgess from New Zealand and author of “Weeds Heal: A Working Herbal” and “Notes from a Biophilic Garden: Reconnecting People, Plants and Inscape” released in 2017. After the excerpt with Ms. Burgess, enjoy Thistle’s song “We Are More” before being reminded again of how to win a free ticket to the conference. After that, hear an interview excerpt with Dr. Tieraona Low Dog, world-renowned doctor & herbalist, in which she talks about her offerings at the conference as another keynote speaker. Then hear the song “Corn Mother” by Lisa Thiel before enjoying the final interview excerpt with intensive workshop presenter, Whapio, an elder Midwife and Educator who talks about her workshop on sexuality as a path to the divine. Finally, round off the hour with Sekhmet SheOwl’s commentary on the importance of women gathering to study and co-create woman-centered culture amidst and surrounded by the natural world. Thanks for staying tuned to WLRN! Learn more about the conference here: www.midwestwomensherbal.com/. Listen carefully to this special edition on the Midwest Women’s Herbal conference for your chance to WIN a FREE TICKET to gather with amazing women healers, herbalists and creatives in the beautiful woods of central Wisconsin June 1st-3rd 2018.

Today Philadelphia-area singer/songwriter Jeanette Lynne returns to play some clips and share her thoughts on her favorite songs by some of her favorite local artists. At least three of the artists happen to be her ¯_(ツ)_/¯ The songs featured include:Mackenzie Johnson - PrettySweet Eureka - I Will WaitCommunity Center - Bee's Nest HairMotherwhore - I Am Not Lying (Live)Heather Maloney - Nightstand DrawerJeanette Lynne - What Can I SayLiz Longley - Bad HabitThe Workmen (aka Arizona Lights) - ReasonsCarsie Blanton - Baby Can DanceHemming - Some of My FriendsVita and the Woolf - FelineIf you want to hear the full versions of each song, check out our YouTube playlist of the versions featured or our Mixcloud mixtape of the (mostly) studio versions. Also, make sure to check out the blog for links to each artist's website and/or bandcamp page.Dunno if Kittens will be back this week with more backgrounds of the people underneath the Gawker articles, but I'll be back next week with some shit about vaporwave--that music genre you've never heard of.So... subscribe! And support our guests! And us! We're on Paypal and Patreon!http://undressingunderground.com

With a quartet of distinct voices clustered around a single microphone, Darlingside effortlessly draw audiences into their lush, dynamic musical world. The band’s sound, characterized by classical strings, tight vocal arrangements, bluegrass and rock instrumentation, and smart lyricism, is the product of complete collaboration among the four close friends. The group has no frontman; instead, lead vocals are traded from moment to moment, and each song features a new combination of instruments and textures, pulling heavily from folk, retro-pop, barbershop, and chamber music. Dave (bassist and former street musician), Don (guitarist, banjoist, and former boy alto), Auyon (classical violinist who studied mandolin in Ireland and Brazil) and Harris (classical cellist and guitarist) met and sang together as students at Williams College. Together, they are “a powerhouse of vocal, instrumental, and performing talent,” and their expansive sound is “aston­ish­ingly more con­gru­ent than the sum of its parts.” Darlingside’s collaborative work with fellow Massachusetts-native Heather Maloney, which culminated in the 2014 Signature Sounds release “Woodstock,” garnered attention from both The New York Times and The Boston Globe. This summer, the band will step onto the national stage with appearances at High Sierra in Quincy, CA, Sisters Folk Festival in Sisters, OR, and ...

Heather Maloney, out in March on Signature Sounds, is the third album for a songwriter hailed by The Huffington Post for “lyrics that cut to the chase.” DigBoston wrote that she “deserves the type of cult following that has allowed the likes of Aimee Mann and Ani DiFranco that long standing success and influence they have had.” Although Maloney’s influences are largely rooted in what she calls “adventurous folk,” she pushes outward on these 11 songs, digging deeper, and roaming wider, than she has before on songs populated by vivid characters that ultimately trace their way back to her. She uses juicy touches of pop, and a little dash of rock ’n’ roll on “Iron Bull,” a song she wrote after visiting Zucotti Park during, Occupy Wall Street. “It’s become more multi-dimensional,” she says, a change she credits to the way she approached Heather Maloney. She mostly performed by herself in concert when she made her first two albums, so the recorded songs didn’t sound the way they did when she played them live. This time, she road-tested the new material with Ken Maiuri (Mark Mulcahy, the Young at Heart Chorus) on bass and J.J. O’Connell on drums, fine-tuning songs as ...

Heather Maloney – Hailed by The Huffington Post for “lyrics that cut to the chase.”, Heather Maloney is quickly becoming known for her powerhouse performances, highly original songwriting, memorable melodies, “knock-you-dead vocals” (Valley Advocate), and evocative lyricism. DigBoston wrote that she “deserves the type of cult following that has allowed the likes of Aimee Mann and Ani DiFranco that long standing success and influence they have had.” Although Maloney’s influences are largely rooted in what she calls “adventurous folk,” she pushes outward on these 11 songs, digging deeper, and roaming wider, than she has before on songs populated by vivid characters that ultimately trace their way back to her. It’s no surprise that her performances are getting more and more crowded as people discover her smart, catchy and soulful music. For more, go to www.heathermaloney.com.

Playlist: DAn Stevens- Mover and Shaker, Girls, Guns and Glory- Sweet Nothings, Girls, Guns and Glory- Nighttime, Rhett Tyler & Early Warning- Be Careful With A Fool, Alexis P. Suter Band- Free, Jeff Pitchell- Out In The Cold, Studebaker John- Fine Little Machine, Dana Lauren- Sometimes I’m Happy, Paul Gabriel & His Blues Band- Rusty Trombone, River City Slim & the Zydeco Hogs- Secret Sauce, John Fries & the Heat- Tomorrow, Mike Crandall Band- Don’t Let Me Down, Petey Hop- Keeper Of The Faith, Debbie Davies- Like You Was Gone, Mojomatics- Soy Baby. Feed Our Friends Contest: This week’s winner in our Feed Our Friends Contest was Barbara Amato. She won a $50 gift card to Black-Eyed Sally’s in Hartford simply by friending our Facebook Fan Page. Congratulations Barbara!! Black-Eyed News: Steve Balkun Made it to the Finals in Memphis at the International Blues Challenge in the Solo/Duo Competition. Congratulations Steve way to go!! The music lineup for the Meriden Daffodil Festival is up as well as this years date for the event. You can find them here: http://www.daffodilfest.com/index.html We spoke of the passing of the wonderful Ann Rabson who lost her battle with Cancer last Wednesday at the age of 67. Ann was recently nominated for a Blues Music Award for the latest release Not Alone which she recorded with Bob Margolin. Her music lives on. Here is a link to Ann’s page: http://www.annrabson.com/ Find yourself a copy of the documentary Sound City which was directed by Dave Grohl. It is about 2 hours of music history that will blow your mind. If you want to hear more about the topic listen to WTF hosted by Mark Maron with Dave Grohl on as his guest as they take on the topic of his career and the documentary. Blues in the Area: 2/8 FRIDAY Guy Davis - Lyric Hall Antiques & Conservation - New Haven, CT Joe Moss - Theodores' (9pm) - Springfield, MA John Nemeth - Chan's (8pm) - Woonsocket, RI 2/9 SATURDAY Debbie Davies - Black-eyed Sally's (9pm) - Hartford Guy Davis - Lyric Hall Antiques & Conservation - New Haven, CT Black-Eyed Sally’s Weekly Rundown:Wednesday Feb 6 Blues Open Mic hosted by Ed Bradley Thursday Feb 7 Heather Maloney w/Them Damn Hamilton & Rum Glass Serenade Friday Feb 8 Soul Tsunami Saturday Feb 9 Debbie Davies Monday Feb 11 Monday Night Jazz Tuesday Feb 12 Mardi Gras!!! River City Slim & the Zydeco Hogs I hope to see you out and about his weekend but if not please continue to support live music Wherever you are.