Welcome to season 4 of Middle Class Rock Star! It was nice having a break, but I'm excited to bring a bunch of new, wonderful guests to the show this season.

This first episode of the new season (84th overall) features Crystal and Pete Damore (Duh-more)of Ordinary Elephant. The Louisiana based husband and wife folk duo is a melting pot of their favorite influences(such as Gillian Welch, Guy Clark, and Anais Mitchell)yet have a sound that is completely their own.

During our conversation, we discuss touring and life on the road, leaving the stability of a day job, and the folk scene around the US. We also chat about Pete's banjo style and dig in on Crystal's ability to write from unique perspectives.

*Named International Folk Music Awards 2017 Artist of the Year.

*Mary Gauthier says, “Two become one, in song...hand-in-glove harmonies surprise the listener with focused intensity and musical mastery.”

*The Associated Press is calling their latest album, Honest, “one of the best Americana albums of the year.”

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Guest Links:

Website: www.ordinaryelephant.net

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Guest Music:

"Honest" by: Ordinary Elephant

"Before I Go" by: Ordinary Elephant

Episode Music:

**All original music by Andy Sydow

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