Why Marc Cohn Won a Golden Globe for Best New Artist

Is Marc Cohn a one-hit wonder? The answer, in a word, is “yes.” That being said, Walking in Memphis is a noteworthy accomplishment for a man who has spent most of his career steadfastly under the radar. To his credit, Marc won a Golden Globe Award in 1991 for Best New Artist. Now, well into his fifties, Cohn is still touring with an ambitious schedule ahead in 2023. Working on this song made me wonder: What made Elvis Presley so popular? In case you may be wondering too, here's an article that helps to explain it. Here’s my cover of "Walking in Memphis."

An episode of the Heart Banter by David Gittlin podcast, hosted by David Gittlin, titled "Why Marc Cohn Won a Golden Globe for Best New Artist" was published on February 27, 2025 and runs 4 minutes.

February 27, 2025 ·4m · Heart Banter by David Gittlin

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Is Marc Cohn a one-hit wonder? The answer, in a word, is “yes.” That being said, Walking in Memphis is a noteworthy accomplishment for a man who has spent most of his career steadfastly under the radar. To his credit, Marc won a Golden Globe Award in 1991 for Best New Artist. Now, well into his fifties, Cohn is still touring with an ambitious schedule ahead in 2023. Working on this song made me wonder: What made Elvis Presley so popular? In case you may be wondering too, here's an article that helps to explain it. Here’s my cover of "Walking in Memphis."

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