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Lucinda Williams discusses her recent creative surge with multiple tribute albums, paying homage to the masters, Folkways days, post-stroke recovery and the new album World’s Gone Wrong
Topics Include:
Lucinda announces her 18th album "World's Gone Wrong" releasing January 23rd
Reveals dramatic shift from releasing albums every 3-8 years recently
Credits husband-manager Tom Overby for keeping creative momentum going post-stroke
Explains how new band members made working out songs fun
Describes creative process challenges between inspiration and studio deadlines
Shares need for quiet, private spaces to write freely
Reveals hotel rooms as unexpected creative sanctuaries like John Prine
Discusses how songs emerge either formed or requiring detailed work
Explains editing process of refining and "trimming the fat"
Details collaboration with Tom Overby on "We've Come Too Far"
Talks recording at Ray Kennedy's Room and Board studio
Shares Steve Earle connection from Car Wheels on Gravel Road
Laments losing song ideas when unable to record immediately
Recalls taking control in studio despite band's initial surprise
Tells sweet story of meeting Ringo Starr at Capitol Records
Discusses transformative Beatles albums from early work to Sergeant Pepper
Names Bob Dylan as her North Star musical mentor
Explains The Doors' influence especially their dark poetic imagery
Connects tribute album work to preparing for original songwriting
Previews future projects including Neil Young tribute and stroke treatment
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If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related.