218. Storey Littleton Discusses Madi Diaz, History of a Feeling

Send us Fan MailWoodstock, NY-based singer, songwriter, guitarist and keyboardist Storey Littleton joins Al to talk about Madi Diaz’s 2021 album History of a Feeling. Storey explains why she chose to discuss this album, even though she doesn’t always listen to it regularly, and she highlights certain tracks that are among her favorites. She also talks about how the album is a departure from the breakup albums that she used to listen to. Storey and Al chat about Storey’s soon-to-be-released debut album At a Diner (Feb. 6 on Don Giovanni Records), and Storey goes into detail about how the writing and recording process for her recent single “January” developed.You can pre-order At a Diner from Storey’s website, and while you’re there, you can also check out her videos, tour dates and more. Just go to https://storeylittleton.com/.Also, you can follow Storey and her bands on the following platforms…Storey:@storeylittletn on Instagram@storeylittleton on YouTubeMonogamy:@m0nogamy on InstagramIda:@talesofbraveida on InstagramBe sure to sign up for the YMAAA Newsletter at youmealbum.ghost.io. The first six episodes of Bonus Tracks—YMAAA’s subscriber-only podcast series—are now available at patreon.com/youmealbum. More monthly episodes and other good stuff are soon to come. Please consider subscribing! Your support will make it possible for Al to keep this podcast going.To keep up with You, Me and An Album, please give the show a follow on Instagram at @youmealbum1:33 Storey’s introduction2:17 Storey chose History of a Feeling, even though she doesn’t always listen to it frequently6:25 Storey’s mother was instrumental in her discovery of this album9:01 Storey explains why she has such a strong affinity for the album10:40 Storey talks about her most recent experience with listening to History of a Feeling16:57 Al explains why he listened to the album backwards20:27 Storey expounds on the indirectness of some of Diaz’s lyrics21:54 Storey found listening to History of a Feeling to be a shocking experience27:49 Al talks about a lyric that stood out for him30:07 Storey and Al take note of the harmonies on “Do It Now’30:49 Storey explains why “Man in Me” is one of her favorite songs on the album35:39 History of a Feeling was a gateway to other music for Storey37:51 Storey talks about a couple of other tracks that are among her favorites40:33 Storey mentions the various drummers who performed on At a Diner42:33 Storey discusses her parents’ contributions to At a Diner43:27 Storey talks about the development of “January”51:11 Why does Storey like playing at Tubby’s?53:13 What’s next for Storey?Outro music is from “At a Diner” by Storey Littleton.Support the show