When the microphone goes live and the recording light blinks red, there's no telling where the conversation with Kevn Kinney of Drivin N Cryin might venture. This time around, we found ourselves caught in the crosswinds of Atlanta's rock scene, reminiscing about the landmarks and laugh-lines of a city that's as much a character in the music as the strum of a guitar. Kevn's personal recollections, peppered with tales of his Gaelic heritage and the unintentional rechristening of his name thanks to a utility bill, set the stage for a chat as rich and varied as the band's discography.
Atlanta's thrumming heartbeats echoed through our discussion as Kevn spun yarns of the community that fostered Drivin N Cryin's unmistakable sound. We unpacked the backstories of crowd favorites, peeled back the curtain on the artistry of busking, and delved into the joys and jitters of live performances.
And if you've ever wondered what it's like to jam under the glaring lights of Late Night with David Letterman, well, Kevn's got the inside scoop. From the whirlwind of improvisation with Paul Shaffer to rubbing elbows with the stars, we tumbled through memories like loose guitar picks. Every performance, whether on a street corner or the Letterman stage, carries with it a story—and in this episode, we strummed through many, each note a gateway to the next.
And this is just Part 1.
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