The Truth In This Art: Stories That Matter

Harmony of Passions: Sunny Cowell's Music and Law Journey through Community


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Sunny Cowell is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and practicing attorney. She grew up in Prince George's County, Maryland, and comes from a musical family. Sunny started playing the piano at the age of three and went on to learn the violin, viola, and guitar. She has performed in orchestras, and string quartets, and collaborated with her father, a jazz pianist and composer. Sunny's music explores themes of grief, depression, loss, and love, and she often collaborates with producer Mighty Mark to create a unique blend of emotional lyrics and Baltimore Club sound.

Sunny Cowell, a singer-songwriter and practicing attorney, shares her creative journey and the influence of her jazz musician father. She discusses her approach to songwriting, the themes she explores in her music, and the importance of collaboration. Sunny also talks about balancing her professional career with her creative pursuits and offers advice for musicians pursuing their creative goals while working a day job. She shares her thoughts on performing and the feelings that arise before and after a show.


Inside this recording, we venture into:

  • A captivating exploration of Sunny Cowell's musical origins, tracing back to her early days when she embarked on a journey of learning the piano, violin, viola, and guitar.
  • The heart of Sunny Cowell's songwriting process, uncovering her knack for crafting emotive melodies while tapping into the essence of emotions, often ignited by the chords of her guitar.
  • The harmonious fusion of emotion and rhythm as we venture into Sunny's collaborative world with producer Mighty Mark, dissecting the intricate marriage of evocative lyrics and the infectious Baltimore Club sound that defines their unique musical creations.
  • The synergy between a professional career and creative endeavors, as we delve into how Sunny Cowell navigates the balance, discovering how the structure and skills from her professional path interlace with her music journey.
  • The spotlight, discussing the dichotomy of pre-performance nerves and the gratifying release that follows, delving into Sunny Cowell's candid perspective on the emotions that both precede and accompany her time on stage.


Join us as we delve into the world of music and law with Sonny Cowell, a multi-talented artist and practicing attorney. Learn about her early love for music, her collaborations, and the intersection of her creative and professional careers. 🎢🎻


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Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
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  • Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
  • Edited by Daniel Alexis
  • Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

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  • Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
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