Emily Scott Robinson's fifth studio album brings Appalachia alive

About this episode

Emily Scott Robinson discusses her fifth studio album 'Appalachia' and shares insights about her music and background.

Emily Scott Robinson may just be one of the most underrated singer-songwriters in the Americana space. When folks get hold of her fifth studio album Appalachia her status should rise considerably. Robinson joined us on Roots Music Rambler for an episode that drops on the very day Appalachia hits stores and streaming services to talk about the album, the songs, her background and so much more. Robinson, who is originally from North Carolina but now calls Colorado home, wrote the record on the tail end of Hurricane Helene which devastated much of the Western Carolinas and East Tennessee. Her songs elevate the beauty of that land and the people there. She talked about that beauty, especially the neighbors-helping-neighbors response to the flooding and devastation. Robinson also shared some behind the scenes stories of being and Oh Boy! Records artist, the legacy label of John Prine, recommended a Pickin’ the Grinnin’ choice of her own (Palymra) and a lot more in a fun, engaging conversation well worth the watch or listen. Also in this episode, Frank asks Falls about his new podcast client Katie Combs. Falls, who produces podcasts through his day job consultancy at Falls+Parnters, is…

People in this episode

Hosts: Francesca Folinazzo, Jason Falls

Guest: Emily Scott Robinson

Topics covered

• Americana music
• singer-songwriters
• Appalachia
• Hurricane Helene
• podcast production
• community response

Keywords

• Emily Scott Robinson
• Appalachia
• Americana
• Hurricane Helene
• Oh Boy! Records
• podcast
• singer-songwriter
• community
• music

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Oh Boy! Records

Books & works: Appalachia, Listen, Honey!

Places: North Carolina, Colorado, Western Carolinas, East Tennessee

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