In our first episode of Southern Americana podcast, we visit with singer/songwriter and Oklahoma native, Emily Elgin. Southern Americana podcast is recorded on stage at the historic Puckett's Grocery in the heart of Leiper's Fork, TN.

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This working cowgirl ventured toward Nashville a few years ago, after a disappointing performance on American Idol. Next came a heartbreak. Yet that minor setback only fueled the motivation she needed to work tirelessly on mastering her craft. Emily's positive attitude and drive to succeed are what sets her apart from so many aspiring Country and Americana artists. Last fall she released her first EP, This Woman.

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Stay tuned, because you'll hear a lot from Emily in the coming years!

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In our next podcast episode, we talk to a California native, and singer/songwriter, J.T. Hodges.