The Songwriter's Cookbook
In association with the Appetizer from Abilene Public Radio, The Songwriter's Cookbook is a behind-the-scenes look into the music, inspirations and passions of up-and-coming artists.
Timmy Dixon
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Though his age might imply inexperience or lack of skill, 18 year old Timmy Dixon isn't just a flash in the bucket. With 3 albums under his belt, he's captured the attention of well known keyboardist and producer Gordon Cotton, who took it upon himself to get Timmy's sound to the greater public. With his most recent self-titled release complete, and set to attend college at TCU, the young guitarist is still vying to continue the momentum he's built early in his musical career. Check out his music, insights into his life and songs, and what made his work stand out to Cotton in our latest podcast from the Appetizer.
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7/7/2008Micah P Hinson
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Having toured extensively in Europe and abroad, this Abilene native has become a seasoned singer-songwriter in his young career. The Appetizer was fortunate enough to chat with Micah about his new release "Micah P Hinson and the Red Empire Orchestra," his new tour, and what it means to truly be successful in excerpts from his interview with D Grant Smith.
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5/15/2008Flatfoot 56
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South-side Chicago is home to many people with an Irish heritage, as well as Celtic punk band Flatfoot 56. Listen in as Tobin, lead-singer and guitarist of the band gives insights into the group, the songs, and their attempts to change the music scene in more ways than one.
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3/15/2008Songwriter's Cookbook- Bess Rogers
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Insights into the music and inspirations of up-and-coming indie/pop artist Bess Rogers from New York.
Hear more of Bess's music and find out more information on her at myspace.com/bessrogers
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3/15/2008Songwriter's Cookbook- Lindsay Katt
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Coming from Montana and now residing in New York, Lindsay Katt is an indie singer/songwriter with her debut album on the way. Here's some insights into her music.
Check out more of Lindsay on myspace.com/lindsaykatt
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3/15/2008William Fitzsimmons
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William Fitzsimmons is the indie sensation from Illinois. After 2 EPs, his most recent release "Goodnight" is a compilation of perspectives on the tragedies of a broken home, and how the people involved cope with that brokenness. William shares the stories and lessons learned from the music of the album.
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2/22/2008Songwriter's Cookbook-Jerzy Jung
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This week, we hear the sounds of New Jersey pop artist Jerzy Jung, and hear the inspirations and stories behind her music.
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D Grant is the chef and host of The Appetizer on Abilene Public Radio, 89.7 KACU in Abilene, TX. The Appetizer features a wide assortment of music, covering different genres each week.
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