Episode 431 - Gene Martin

Gene Martin co-hosts the ACMA’s songwriters circle, and he’s leader of a 5 member band called The Floridians…they play clubs, adult day care and rehab centers, retirement homes and hospitals. Four of the five band members are in their 80s.Song 1: “Where Have All The Flowers Gone”...written by Pete Seeger in 1955, this version was recorded by the Kingston Trio and released in 1961. https://youtu.be/9hxg3B-1OsA?si=KVq1m2-i5j5Xu54mSong 2: “Paradise” by John Prine from his self-titled debut album released in 1971. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEy6EuZp9IY Song 3: “Join Ice” by Jesse Welles from his 2025 album No Kings.https://youtu.be/2EHkhU1pomM?si=nWdqBjIvcuPLmnjW