https://youtu.be/vp-W_absQlY

🎙️ Episode Description

Jeff Daniels—acclaimed actor, playwright, and musician—joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley for a candid conversation about his latest release, Live and Unplugged, a benefit album for the Purple Rose Theater. Daniels opens up about the challenges of performing solo, selecting from decades of original material, and the powerful vulnerability of live acoustic shows. Drawing on his Broadway background, he shares how storytelling and music intersect, and why family and artistic integrity have always guided his career choices.

📘 What You’ll Hear in This Episode

– Why Live and Unplugged is a labor of love for the Purple Rose Theater

– How Jeff curates songs from a vast original catalog for live shows

– The influence of Broadway on his music and performance style

– What it’s like to perform solo with just an acoustic guitar

– Reflections on authenticity, storytelling, and connecting with the audience

– A sneak peek into his next project: a food-themed CD with fellow artists

⏱️ Chapters

00:18 – Launching Live and Unplugged

03:45 – Life on Stage: Broadway to Solo Shows

08:12 – Audience Connection and Improvisation

13:20 – From Self-Taught Musician to Confident Performer

17:55 – Purple Rose Theater: Art Meets Philanthropy

21:40 – Looking Ahead: Collaborations and Creativity

🔗 Links & Mentions

– Visit MusiciansReveal.com

– YouTube – Musicians Reveal

– Live365 – Musicians Reveal Radio

– Jeff Daniels – Official Site

📝 Key Takeaways

– Live and Unplugged supports the Purple Rose Theater and reflects Daniels’ deep love for music and community

– Jeff’s solo performances embrace risk, spontaneity, and raw expression

– His Broadway experience enhances his storytelling on stage

– Family and authenticity have always taken precedence over fame

– Daniels continues evolving as a musician, with collaborative projects on the horizon