I've spent the past six months rediscovering the great talent of Texas songwriters and have begun a series about them .... and a couple who might not have been raised here, but who have strong Texas connections.
The first piece - on Justin Townes Earle (Steve's son) - ran Thursday. Here's the link.
http://www.myssnews.com/mysslife/review ... journ.html
I've already talked to Guy Clark.
Cmtfish arranged for me to interview Darrell Scott, a huge talent who produced a couple of Clark's CDs and who gave me the most marvelous quote: "All roads lead to Townes."
Am going to talk to Vince Bell and Marcia Ball and it looks like I'm finally going to get my shot at WAR.
I'm working on getting interviews with Jerry Jeff, Lyle, Ray Wylie, Robert Earl Keen and Nanci Griffith.
Saw Steve Earle this summer, but doesn't look like an interview is going to happen, so I'll write the piece without quotes.
I asked for time with Jimmy, since he spent so much time here in the early days, but his people politely declined.
Will finish the series with a 2-piece feature on Townes Van Zandt.
If ya'll have any suggestions for additional Texas songwriters, post 'em here.
Same with questions. I'd love to have your input. Send a PM or post 'em here.
This is going to be great good fun!
Thanks!
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