Brian Newman: The Lonely Lovers Interview
About this episode
Brian Newman discusses his new album 'Songs for Lonely Lovers' and the themes of heartbreak and longing in music.
This week on Showing Off with Brian Newman & Angie Pontani, the spotlight turns inward as Brian Newman himself takes the hot seat to unveil his long-awaited new album, Songs for Lonely Lovers. Listeners are in for an intimate conversation about heartbreak, longing, and the beautifully bruised soul of the Great American Songbook. Brian shares the emotional DNA behind Songs for Lonely Lovers, a double LP steeped in the darker corners of love songs. Drawing from personal experience, past heartbreaks, and years of hustling through the New York music scene, he reveals why the sad songs hit hardest... and how they help us heal and move on. Angie and Brian riff on the paradox of melancholy in music: how longing, regret, and loneliness can actually lift us up, reminding us we’re not alone in the mess and magic of it all. With their signature chemistry and sharp humor, the duo delivers a conversation that’s as entertaining as it is heartfelt. From track selection and studio process to the raw, live recording style that defines the album, this episode is a love letter to music that dares to feel deeply. So dim the lights, pour something strong, and let Songs for Lonely Lovers sweep you…
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