Episode 23: Alexa Rose

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This episode is brought to you by Thompson Guitars and is presented by Americana Vibes and The Bluegrass Situation as part of the BGS Podcast Network. You can dive into all things roots music anytime at thebluegrasssituation.com I started preparing for this episode when I was on a summer trip with my kids in Colorado which mostly involves listening to music. I’ll never forget driving toward Mt. Princeton with tears streaming down my face and I’ll never drive up that road to the hot springs again without thinking of Alexa and her music. Her quiet demeanor hides an absolute monster of a songwriter. Vivid imagery, unique yet familiar, the way she relays the feelings around relationships is unlike anyone I’ve ever heard, on par with the brilliant Robert Ellis. We had a great time on the show, the music was so beautiful and moving, I had to include as much of it as I could. This episode was recorded live on August 24 of 2022. Huge thanks to Alexa Rose, Julian Pinelli, Thompson Guitars, Americana Vibes, and The Bluegrass Situation. If you’re enjoying the podcast please subscribe and leave a positive review. You can find us on Instagram (@thetravisbookhappyhour) and Facebook and online at thetravisbookhappyhour.com. Timestamps: 0:07 - Soundbyte 0:49 - Introduction 2:08 - Bill’s introduction 2:40 - Travis’ welcome 3:35 - “Rise Sun” 6:24 - Monologue 10:12 - “Back Home” 15:10 - Interview 1 20:41 - “Clearwater Park” 26:22 - “Big Sky” 31:16 - “Haywood” 35:21 - Interview 2 50:22 - “1999” 54:25 - “Pale Golden Flowers” 1:00:33 - “Medicine for Living” 1:06:07 - “Human” 1:10:31 - “Outro”