Adam Weiner, the frontman of his band Low Cut Connie is on the show this week!! Low Cut Connie’s latest album, Livin in the USA, speaks right to the heart of what Rock and Roll is all about — it proves that protesting and partying are by no means mutually exclusive. I couldn’t agree more, and Adam has good reason to protest the current situation in this country.
Adam was one of the first artists to refuse to play Lincoln Center after the current administration took over its leadership. As a result, Adam suffered violent threats resulting in the need for extra personal security, and was called out as a “propagandist” by a prominent public official.
Instead of backing away, Adam doubled-down by playing free shows and continuing to speak his mind. The result was his decision to write a powerful Rock and Roll protest album speaking to the current political climate as well as to the injustices and exclusionary policies put in place by those currently in power. Adam chose to stand up for what he believes in, to rally like-minded, music loving fans who stand alongside him, and he’s here on Roadcase to talk to me about his story, his mindset and how he has chosen to move forward.
This is a compelling and moving interview about the power of music — of Rock and Roll — and how we can be vigilant and protest peacefully while still doing what makes us feel good, and I’m honored to have Adam on the show.
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Chapters:
00:00 Episode Intro with Host Josh Rosenberg
05:09 The state of the music industry
07:14 Historical perspective on recorded music and artists' resistance
09:10 The impact of AI and technological advances
11:11 Algorithms as platforms of commerce
13:04 Artist payouts and platform ownership
15:07 The middle class musician's reality
17:14 Focusing on craft and live performance
20:11 The importance of love for the art
23:04 Standing up for social values and activism
25:17 The Kennedy Center controversy and social impact
29:24 The power of music to inspire and unite
33:11 Community work and advocacy organizations
43:00 Hope and resilience in turbulent times
53:11 The role of music in social and political activism
58:11 Rededicating to art and performance
01:03:06 The cultural significance of New Jersey and local history
01:08:09 The band dynamics and live performance energy
01:10:09 Closing thoughts and future plans
01:11:35 Episode Wrap-up with Host Josh Rosenberg
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