About this episode

James Weigel discusses his musical journey from Metamora to Chicago, influenced by central Illinois' rich musical traditions.

Send us Fan Mail When James Weigel left his home in Metamora, Illinois for Chicago, he brought along his central Illinois, no-nonsense rural outlook on life and choosing a musical path. Central Illinois is rich in great musical traditions--from REO Speedwagon to Alison Krauss to the late Dan Fogelberg. Weigel draws from that tradition and has made a home for himself up north, while keeping that downstate sense of steadfast determination to make his music work for him. An avi...

People in this episode

Host: Martin McCormack

Guest: James Weigel

Topics covered

• music
• Illinois music traditions
• personal journey
• determination
• rural outlook

Keywords

• James Weigel
• Metamora
• Chicago
• music traditions
• REO Speedwagon
• Alison Krauss
• Dan Fogelberg

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: REO Speedwagon

Places: Metamora, Illinois, Chicago, Central Illinois

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