Southern Americana

Americana means many things to many people. For some, it's music; for others, it's a way of life. The goal is to take you on a journey of Americana's music, people and places, especially as it relates to the South. Recorded in the scenic community of Leiper's Fork, TN, we'll bring you in-depth interviews that help you better connect to the Americana lifestyle.

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A conversation with singer/songwriter/actor J.T. Hodges

J.T. Hodges , a singer/songwriter/actor, and native Texan grew up in Fort Worth, spending most of his formative years in his dad's recording studio, Jim Hodges Buffalo Sound. His mom Marsha, an accomplished country singer who turned down record deals to raise her two sons, was also an inspiration to this talented artist. RELATED: Southern Americana Podcast: A Conversation with Singer/Songwriter Emily Elgin After graduating from college, Hodges ventured to L.A. where he met his wife, Kasey. He ha...

Mar 24, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Southern Americana Update 3.19.20

Southern Americana host Paul Stanley gives an update on upcoming episodes and discusses how the Coronavirus has impacted not only the music and hospitality industry but the entire nation. So far, 10 episodes have been recorded with Americana and Country Music artists such as Bruce Bouton, the legendary Nashville session steel guitar player who has played on all of Garth Brooks albums. Other episodes include interviews with singer/songwriters J.T. Hodges, Layla Tucker, Angel Forrest, photographer...

Mar 19, 2020•19 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Trailer

Welcome to Southern Americana podcast: Where we connect the South's Music, People, and Places. I'm Paul Stanley, and I'll be your host for this podcast. I'm a freelance writer and publish much of my work about the South on my website, OneSouthernMan.com . I love the South - everything about it - especially the music and people, and I want to share it with you. Recorded at the historic Puckett's Grocery in Leiper's Fork, TN....

Mar 11, 2020•6 min

Southern Americana: Connecting the South's Music, People & Places

Oklahoma native Emily Elgin arrived in Leiper's Fork, TN, a few years ago, after a disappointing performance on American Idol. This driven cowgirl, who is also a professional horse trainer, has embarked on a musical journey that will soon produce enormous dividends. Emily released her first EP, This Woman , in September of 2019. Since then, she's been rehearsing and putting a band together. Not only is this feisty redhead a talented singer, but also a motivated and smart businesswoman. Tracks su...

Mar 04, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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