Outlaw country music pioneer Willie Nelson has perhaps been a greater influence on American music than any other singer, songwriter, or musician in history. At 86 he appears just as relevant today as anytime in his career.
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Readers may remember, last May I wrote of two musical acts that have been running a 21st century grass roots campaign via YouTube and various social media; Reina del Cid and The Other Favorites.
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When dealing with hardship, change your outlook; keep it positive. If there is one message or sensation at which one might arrive after witnessing Emily King live, this may be it. It could very well be her graduate thesis. After seeing her show, one may feel the nostalgic sensations reminiscent of a gratifying, uplifting gospel Sunday church service.
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I am still not sure what a “YouTuber” is, though my teenager has explained the concept twice. I am halfway lost between rotary phones and storage clouds; long playing records and streaming services. So I do not know if Reina del Cid was a “YouTuber” originally or if it just happens to be where I found her singing “The Tennessee Waltz”.
Read MoreSan Antonio act, Ila Minori‘s video “Gritty Streets of Rome” brings romance of Italy to life with this gem
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Austin singer-songwriter Robynn Shayne uses a hashtag to promote her work. It’s called #HustleWithGrace. When asked about the meaning behind this tag she explained that it’s about positive flow, not being a jerk or trying to step on anyone while making your dreams happen. It’s about artists helping other artists rise to the top. To the top is where Robynn is headed. The Cosmic Clash recently sat down with Robynn at Detroit style pizza-pie joint VIA 313 in Austin to discuss her latest album, Coffee Days and Whiskey Nights. This is Robynn’s third release, after her self-titled debut and a sophomore album Rebel Child.
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