Ricky Ross introduces you to new and classic Americana and alternative country, featuring an interview and session with Mary Gauthier.
Had a good week? Mine couldn’t have started any better. On Monday night I went to the Concert Hall to see Randy Newman. He was on fine form. Higlights……Life Isn’t Fair, The Great Nations of Europe and Marie and a very funny rap on Toy Story.
It broke my heart to be in London on Wednesday knowing that Randy was playing there and I had to miss it as I was interviewing some very special guests for the show. More of these fine women over the next few weeks.
However, there’s something about Mary. When I got the word that we were expecting a familiar visitor I had the warmest feelings of nostalgia. Last January there was a great run of artists in the studio during Celtic Connections. One particular day I was lucky enough to welcome Mary Gauthier. So it was a real joy to know that she was coming back to see us.
The last time Mary had told me she was writing and recording a concept album. Tricky to pull off needless to say there’s no pomp here. It’s nice when an artist promises you something then delivers it almost within a year. Mary’s new album has just come out. She’s in session tonight joined by her guitarist, Ed Romanoff and also by Barry Walsh on piano who had, apparently, never heard the songs before!
However not only do we have Mary singing but I’ll also have a long chat with Mary about the huge emotional journey to make The Foundling as well as the physical trips north to Toronto to record the record.
Also Avett Brothers, Local Natives, Bob Dylan, Phosporescent and George Jones.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00sdrn8
Another Country music sessions
http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/radioscotland/2010/05/first-an-introduction-i-produc.shtml
Mary Gauthier and Carrie Rodriguez
http://www.celticconnections.com/whatson/event/81704-Mary-Gauthier-and-Carrie-Rodriguez
