Behind the Music: The Spirit of Gretchen Emery Band

07/23/23 • 53 min

Discover the soulful journey of Gretchen Emery Band, a musical combination like no other. Hear how Gretchen, a small-town girl with a voice larger than life, formed an unbreakable bond with Kenny, an aspiring guitarist from North Philly. Together, they created Red House and later, the Gretchen Emery Band. This episode uncovers their humble beginnings, the green car that sparked an unlikely friendship, and the Winter Blues Festival performance that made Gretchen realize her destiny.
Our conversation takes a deeper look into their unique songwriting process and the crucial role of mentorship in their music career. Listen as Kenny and Gretchen shed light on their collaborative efforts, Gretchen's lyrical genius, and Kenny's melodic ideas. They also discuss the impact of technology on their recording process and times when they've had to take creative breaks from each other. You'll even get a glimpse of Randy, the extraordinary bass player who adds a distinct flavor to their sound.
Last but not least, we delve into the dynamics within the Gretchen Emery Band and their purposeful show selection process. We explore how they manage the tricky work-life balance, their exciting stint at the Memphis International Blues Challenge, and their introduction of Lower Case Blues, a band started by two youthful music enthusiasts. We wrap up with an engaging discussion on the open mic opportunities that foster community music. Don't miss this exclusive peek into the world of Gretchen Emery Band. Follow them on social media and join their mailing list to stay updated with their music and gigs.

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R2RB Podcast - Behind the Music: The Spirit of Gretchen Emery Band

Transcript

Speaker 100:00:27.150

Today I have with me Gretchen Emery and Kenny Wendell and thank you so much for being here with me . I appreciate you both taking the time out of your day and talking about Gretchen Emery Band . How are you both we're well , thank you , we're good .

Speaker 300:00:42.510

Thank you for asking us to spend some time with you .

Speaker 100