Americana Sam | Finding His Own Voice: A Conversation with Songwriter Bob Wagner

On this episode of Vinyl Community Podcasts, host Americana Sam sits down with songwriter and musician Bob Wagner to discuss the release of his debut solo album, I've Been Down, available now through Royal Potato Family Records. Although Bob Wagner has spent years collaborating with a wide range of talented artists and building a respected career in music, this new release marks a significant personal milestone: his first solo album. In this conversation, Bob and Sam explore the creative journey behind I've Been Down, the songwriting process, the stories and experiences that shaped the record, and what it means to finally share these deeply personal songs with listeners. They also discuss Bob's musical influences, his experiences working with fellow musicians, the importance of storytelling in songwriting, and the enduring power of physical media and music collecting in today's digital landscape. If you're a fan of Americana, folk, singer-songwriter traditions, independent music, vinyl records, or simply enjoy hearing artists discuss the creative process, this conversation offers an engaging and insightful look into the making of a debut album years in the making. Be sure to follow Vinyl Community Podcasts for more conversations with artists, musicians, record collectors, and music lovers from across the vinyl and music communities.   🔽 🔽 🔽 🔽 🔽   For more information on Bob Wagner: https://bobwagner.art Order the new album here: https://royalpotatofamily.com/product/bob-wagner-ive-been-down   For more information on host Americana Sam:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Americanasam1994 IG: @americanasam94   For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts: https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com