Myron Butler discussed the legacy of Andrae Crouch with us (and we featured Aretha's "Amazing Grace" on the Jukebox) and DOE Jones joined us to talk about her long-anticipating contemporary Gospel debut - plus Aaron "A-Train" Smith join us to talk about Stevie Wonder in the 70s. His musical companion in Hiss Golden Messenger is Phil Cook, who is also on the bill this year. (And if you liked this episode, don't miss our previous Gospel explorations. Many consider him one of todays most important songwriters. If you would like to support the show, please consider joining our Patreon community or dropping us a one-time tip and check out our NEW MERCH! When we crank up the Jukebox, we will dive deeper into Mother Perry's story from the film and will listen more closely to the live album she made with Cook and his insanely good band.įull Show Notes, Music List, and a special Phil Cook and Friends Playlist are available HERE or at /StayPrayedUp. What started with a keyboard session for The Blind Boys of Alabama has commandeered his whole creative path and he could not be more thrilled. Phil Cook is an accomplished multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, and producer based in Durham, North Carolina. We'll hear all about Phil Cook's amazing musical journey – from his youth in northern Wisconsin to his migration to North Carolina with his creative community – to pursuing his love of Gospel up close and personal. Cook – who is forty years younger than the last surviving original member of the group – now says the only records he will buy are Gospel records. The soul-stirring experience was captured in the documentary film, Stay Prayed Up, which is currently available on demand and is screening at film festivals around the country. Though the group was formed over a half-century ago, they never recorded a live album until now. Reynolds Industries Theater in Durham, North Carolina, on November 13 & 14, 2015. contributions from Aaron Dessner, Jenny Lewis, Phil and Brad Cook, and more. The songs on this album were first performed in concert at Duke's R.J. Get the latest news on Hiss Golden Messenger, including song releases. Heart Like A Levee was funded, in part, by a commission from Duke Performances at Duke University. After releasing his earlier material on his own label, Taylor signed with Merge Recordsin 2014. Released with 'Vestapol' LP, limited to 2000 units. For the various recordings he is joined by a number of guest musicians. After being affiliated with Bon Iver, Hiss Golden Messenger, and Megafaun – and releasing a series of his own acclaimed solo projects, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer Phil Cook surprised many with the launch of his new roots gospel label, Spiritual Helpline, and producing a rousing new live roots Gospel album by North Carolina local legends, The Branchettes. Hiss Golden Messenger is an American folk music band, originating from Durham, North Carolina, led by MC Taylor.
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