Making a Scene Presents

Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Katy Tessman

Katy Tessman is a heartfelt and inspiring singer-songwriter whose music reflects the wisdom earned through life’s most powerful experiences—surviving cancer, navigating heartbreak, and embracing motherhood. With a rich, expressive voice and a rhythmic touch on guitar and mandolin, Katy delivers songs that come straight from the soul. Her sound blends Americana and folk-rock with emotionally resonant lyrics that celebrate both the struggles and triumphs of life.

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Making a Scene Presents Gerry Casey's Interview with Emma Wilson

Hailing proudly from the picturesque North East of England, Emma Wilson was born into a household that practically hummed with rhythm and storytelling. With a jazz-promoting mother and a father known for his larger-than-life charisma, Emma seemed destined for a life on stage. Today, she stands out as one of the UK’s most exciting voices in soul and blues.

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Making a Scene Presents an Interview with "From the Dirt"!

From the Dirt is a genre-blending Americana band rooted in the rolling hills of central Maryland. The group features songwriter and frontman Dan Kenny on guitar and vocals, alongside Jeff Karn on mandolin and harmony vocals, Eddie Dickerson on fiddle, and Megan Leigh adding haunting, harmony-rich vocal layers. Together, they craft a sound that is both timeless and emotionally charged, drawing on a rich tapestry of influences that include bluegrass, Celtic folk, Appalachian roots, and vintage rock & roll.

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Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Lisa Mann

Two-time Blues Music Award-winning artist Lisa Mann brings her powerhouse talent straight from the blues-rich scene of Portland, Oregon. Originally hailing from West Virginia, Mann's vocal style seamlessly blends southern warmth with a dynamic edge cultivated from mastering genres ranging from hard rock to rhythm and blues. Her songwriting showcases clever, gritty, and often humorous Americana and blues narratives, skillfully matched by her exceptional prowess on bass guitar. Her grooves deliver the undeniable solidity reminiscent of iconic rhythm sections like Muscle Shoals' Swampers or Motown's Funk Brothers.

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Making a Scene Presents Gerry Casey's Interview with Gwyn Ashton!

Gwyn Ashton, the fiercely dynamic Australian alt-blues rock guitarist, singer, and one-man band, is one of the most electrifying performers on the modern blues circuit. With a blistering new solo album Mojosoul and a brand-new single, Get Outta Town—featuring Guns N’ Roses’ Richard Fortus along with members of Cold Chisel and Superjesus—Ashton continues to push boundaries while staying true to the raw spirit of blues and rock.

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Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Ernie Palmer

Ernie Palmer is a long-retired elementary school teacher who has spent his life steeped in stories, music, and a deep love of family. He and his wife Gale have been married for 48 years, and best friends even longer—going strong for over half a century. Together they’ve raised two daughters and now enjoy time with their three grandsons.

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Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Davis Cohen

"These Things Shall Pass" marks the tenth full-length album from Memphis-area musician Davis Coen, fulfilling his long-held ambition to create a spiritually-focused record. The album offers a diverse collection of classic spiritual songs, ranging from timeless American hymns like "What A Friend We Have In Jesus" and "Old Rugged Cross," to classic gospel radio hits such as Willie Banks and the Messengers' "Working For Jesus." The title track, Stuart Hamblen's "These Things Shall Pass," notably covered by country legends Hank Snow and Johnny Cash, also finds a place on the album.

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Making a Scene Presents Gerry Casey's Interview with The British Broadcasting Corporation

The British Broadcasting Corporation is not your typical band. Comprised of four highly experienced musicians—Bob Cranham, Dave Williamson, Ben Keen, and Barry Cook—this collective brings a wealth of diverse experience and a healthy dose of self-aware humor to their craft.

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Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Alison Tucker

Alison Tucker is a gifted singer-songwriter known for her engaging, relatable music that forges deep connections with listeners. Her lyrics are so vivid and personal that people often wonder if she is privy to their secrets.

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Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Jennifer Lyn and the Groove Revival

Since their debut in 2021 with the EP Nothing Holding Me Down, Jennifer Lyn & The Groove Revival have been making serious waves in the modern blues scene. The release quickly caught fire, climbing to #4 on the Billboard Blues chart and setting the stage for a run of accolades that solidified the band’s rising status in the genre.

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