The Songwriter Hour
by Kyle Donovan
The Songwriter Hour is a live performance podcast, recorded in front of a live audience in Longmont, Colorado. Artists are invited to share original music and thoughts on the songwriting process each month with Kyle Donovan, the show's host.
Episodes
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Episode 13: Foxfeather and Kate Farmer
On this episode, Front Range artists Foxfeather and Kate Farmer take the stage. Their thoughtful songwriting and powerful voices have made an unforgettable impact in the Colorado music scene in recent years. Tune in to this episode to hear about their experiences integrating into the local music...
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Episode 12: Taylor Sims and Lauren Stovall
During this episode, Kyle sits down with Taylor Sims and Lauren Stovall, two Colorado-based musicians who have made a major impact on the local music community through their respective bands. Taylor co-fronts Bonnie & the Clydes, while Lauren is the front-woman for The Railsplitters. Tune in to...
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Episode 11: Rebecca Folsom and Mark Oblinger
On this episode, Kyle sits down with two veterans of the Boulder music community: Rebecca Folsom and Mark Oblinger. These two bring their unique perspective to the show, which is informed by decades of experience as vocal coaches, producers, and nationally recognized songwriters. Tune in to this...
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Episode 10: Danielle Ate the Sandwich and Michael Kirkpatrick
On this episode, Kyle sits down with two Fort Collins-based troubadours who bring a unique perspective and years of experience to the stage. Danielle Ate the Sandwich and Michael Kirkpatrick are two of Northern Colorado's most prominent indie musicians, making frequent appearances at home, on the...
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Episode 9: Carolyn Hunter and Alexa Wildish
During this month's episode, Kyle sits down with two Boulder-based songstresses who bring passionate singing and strong theater backgrounds to the stage. Carolyn Hunter and Alexa Wildish tap into a range of emotions with their evocative songs and powerful stage presence. Tune in to this month's...
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Episode 8: Meredith Wilder and Daniel Boling
During this month's episode, Kyle sits down with two songwriters who have New Mexico roots. Meredith Wilder and Daniel Boling share thoughts on community, working with others, and a life on the road. Tune in to this month's episode for a discussion on how songs provide us the healing we need, how...
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Episode 7: Pamela Machala and Andrew Sturtz
During this month's episode, Kyle sits down with Boulder-based songwriters Pamela Machala and Andrew Sturtz for a conversation on existential questions, the Boulder music community, and collaboration in Colorado. Tune in to this month's episode to hear us discuss the difference between major and...
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Episode 6: Megan Burtt and Clint Alphin
On this month's episode, Kyle sits down with award-winning songwriters Megan Burtt and Clint Alphin for a discussion on competition, touring, and defining success for yourself. Tune in to learn about Megan's childhood dreams of becoming the Little Mermaid, Clint's decision to pursue music instead...
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Episode 5: Antonio Lopez and Jobi Riccio
During this episode, Kyle sits down with Antonio Lopez and Jobi Riccio for a discussion on songwriting, spirituality, and vulnerability. Tune in to learn about Antonio's first guitar, Jobi's childhood dreams of being a country singer, and how both songwriters feel about pursuing music during...
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Episode 4: Jackson Emmer and John Statz
In this episode, Jackson Emmer and John Statz sit down with host Kyle Donovan for a conversation on songwriting, travel, and recording albums. Tune in to learn about Jackson's infatuation with minivans, John's obsession with cast-iron skillets, and how oatmeal boxes and old-time movies inspired...
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Episode 3: Monica Marie and Jonny Miller
In this episode, Monica Marie and Jonny Miller join host Kyle Donovan for a conversation on songwriting with others, their musical upbringings, and the balance between light and dark in every song. The discussion is split up by four songs from each songwriter, recorded in front of a live audience...
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Episode 2: Dave Tamkin
In our second episode, Dave Tamkin sits down with host Kyle Donovan for a discussion on leading from the heart, learning to accept failure, and making music out of an accidental butterfly massacre. Dave is a music booking agent, marketing consultant, and prominent musician based in Boulder, CO.…
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Episode 1: Bonnie Sims and Jessica Eppler
In our first episode, Jessica Eppler and Bonnie Sims sit down with host Kyle Donovan for a discussion on songwriting styles, the gender gap in the music industry, and the local music scene in Longmont, Colorado. The conversation is split up by four songs from each songwriter, recorded in front of…
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About this show
The Songwriter Hour is a live performance podcast, recorded in front of a live audience in Longmont, Colorado. Artists are invited to share original music and thoughts on the songwriting process each month with Kyle Donovan, the show's host.
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