This Next Song's About - A Songwriter's Podcast

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"Being a queer musician" ft. Cassidy Andrews Sep 18, 2019

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Cassidy Andrews picked up a guitar when a woman broke her heart for the first time at age 13. She has gone on to connect with audiences about all things melancholy, attempting to compensate for sad songs with jokes and charm.

After playing venues varying from zoos to colleges, bars to music halls, cafes to living rooms, there's a comfort the audience finds in the ease of her performances. Cassidy comes in to the show ahead of performing with the New York Artists Collective to discuss her latest release 'What Was Wrong With Me',

Cassidy Andrews: @hotblondelesbian

www.cassidyandrewsmusic.com

"From Broadway to Spotify playlist" ft. Common Jack (John Gardner) Sep 11, 2019

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Folk-rock singer John Gardner formed 'Common Jack' during a two-year world tour with the actor-musician Broadway show, Once, based on the film of the same name starring Glen Hansard & Marketa Irglova.

Common Jack has garnered praise from The Huffington Post, calling the band “Exceptional Pop/Americana”. In June 2019, Common Jack released a new EP ‘Canyons in the Dark’, and John joined me to talk about the title track Canyons in the dark and his experience of being a musician in this great city.

www.commonjackmusic.com

@commonjackmusic

"Growing up in a cult: How music saved me" ft. Ben Grace Sep 04, 2019

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Australian singer-songwriter Ben Grace was born and raised in an inner city suburb of Sydney, his exodus from the beliefs and structures of his working class Christian childhood weaves poignantly through his lyrics, revealing itself in his deep commitment to justice and willingness to call forward the darker themes in American politics.

Ben joins us on the eve of his 40th birthday to talk about his new song 'A Thousand Times' and its poignancy in his life following a move from New York and some big personal changes.

www.bengracemusic.com @bengracemusic

"Creating a tribe vibe" ft. Thompson Newkirk Aug 28, 2019

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Savannah born Thompson Newkirk joins us to talk about his experience moving to New York as a songwriter, developing his sound, his voice and guitar playing and how he wants to bring people together with his music. Thompson tells us about his latest single 'Other Side' and his plans to tour later this year. www.instagram.com/thompsonnewkirk #newkirknation

Minisode 1: 5 Easy Ways To Be A Better Fan ft Angela Elia Aug 21, 2019

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In this inaugural episode of our new mini-series, my co-producer, singer-songwriter and all around badass, Angela Elia, joins me to talk about how you can be a better fan to the artists you love. Sounds simple, and maybe you think you're already a super awesome #1 fan, but let's check in and see what else you might be able to do that you maybe hadn't considered!

We will post a minisode every month with interviews from artists, producers and folk in the industry to help you get a better understanding of the music "biz" to show you what it's like to be an artist in the digital age... @newyorkartistscollective @angelasounds @stephaniemanns

"Getting synched" ft. Jenny Kern Aug 14, 2019

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Jenny Kern is a Canadian born indie singer-songwriter based in New York. Drawing on her own experiences, her songs unfold through a confessional-style delivery revealing the strength that can only come through vulnerability. Jenny comes in to discuss her first single release 'Slow Burn' and how she went from being a newcomer on the New York music scene to heading out on a U.S. tour and being featured on MTV. www.jennykern.com @jennykernmusic

"New York to LA, why I left New York to pursue music" ft. Doe Paoro Aug 07, 2019

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Doe Paoro is a Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter and sound healer (ANTI- Records). Her music has been featured on NPR, BBC, and Triple J radio; in TINY FURNITURE as well as on HBO, MTV, ABC, and SYFY. She has toured with The Gipsy Kings, Of Monsters and Men, and Sylvan Esso, amongst others.

She has written songs for artists such as Peter Bjorn and John. Doe recently connected with the NYAC after performing a show with Little Kruta at National Sawdust in Brooklyn and stopped by to discuss her latest release 'Midnight Choir'.

www.doepaoro.com

@doepaoro

"Coming Out and Getting Sober" ft. Jess McAvoy Jul 31, 2019

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Australian-born, Texas-based songwriter and performer Jess McAvoy has spent over two decades mining the human condition for their prolific output of music and lyrics.

A stunning vocalist and commanding live performer, McAvoy combines blues, pop, rock and her astute lyricism to create a powerful, hook laden examination of that which fuels us all – the desire for connection. Jess joins us to discuss their journey from Australia to New York, they open up about their personal journey to sobriety and we get under the covers of their latest song 'Do What You Want'. @jessmcavoylovesyou jessmcavoy.com

"Supporting Women in Music - #WomenCrush Music" ft. Katie Zaccardi Jul 24, 2019

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The NYAC and #WomenCrush Music are teaming up for a very special all-female led songwriters round showcase on July 27th. #WomenCrush Music is a non-profit organization that serves to create opportunities for rising women songwriters by hosting international showcases, educational workshops & networking events. Whether they are just in the beginning of their careers and want to start performing at local venues, or they’ve just released their second album and are ready to go on tour. #WomenCrush Music wants to connect artists with future collaborators, educate them about the business and inspire them to make an impact on this male-dominated industry.

womencrushmusic.com

http://katiezaccardi.com/podcast/

"Anxiety Dreams" ft. Gabrielle Marlena Jul 17, 2019

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Gabrielle Marlena, folk-pop singer-songwriter who has recently performed a live Paste session, joins us to talk about being twenty four in New York City and the journey to make her E.P. and latest single Anxiety Dreams.

Gabrielle Marlena's Instagram: www.instagram.com/gabimarlena