Valley Sounds

Huntsville artist Queen Keiani is your guest host. The poet, producer, singer and educator shares the artists who inspired her, reflects on her creative process, and talks about the importance of building community through music, mentorship and collaboration. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/valley-sounds-episode-427-queen-keiani/

The Alan Watkins Band stops by Valley Sounds as they celebrate the release of their debut full-length album, Coming Home. The North Alabama group shares the stories behind their original songs, the family ties woven throughout the recording, and why their music refuses to stay inside a single genre. From bluegrass and country to jazz, blues, and folk, this conversation explores the experiences and influences that shaped both the band and its newest release. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/valley-sounds-episode-426-the-allen-watkins-band/

Muscle Shoals singer-songwriter Bay Simpson guest hosts Valley Sounds and talks about growing up in one of America's most influential music towns, landing a song with Kid Rock at just 20 years old, competing on The Voice, and the family musical project bringing him back to his roots. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/valley-sounds-episode-425-bay-simpson/

North Alabama rapper C.Strong Bloodline believes the key to success is staying true to yourself. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/valley-sounds-episode-424-c-strong-bloodline/

The Envied are your guest hosts, and talk about their music, shared stages, and a chance message that finally brought the right musicians together. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/valley-sounds-episode-423-the-envied/

Kristen Shores is your guest host. She shares the music and stories that have shaped her songs and her move from classical pianist to retro soul and blues songwriter. She also spotlights some of the Shoals' most celebrated artists and rising voices. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/valley-sounds-episode-422-kristen-shores/

Morgan Sloan almost walked away from music more than once. Instead, he kept coming back, thanks to the next song, a supportive community, and a passion for creating music on his own terms. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/valley-sounds-episode-421-morgan-sloan/

Local rapper Nettie B hosts Valley Sounds to share her inspiring journey from homelessness to becoming one of Huntsville's rising hip-hop artists. Hear how a single open mic performance changed everything and why she believes music can help others find their own strength. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/valley-sounds-episode-420-netty-b/

The Alabama Heathens step into the guest host chair on Valley Sounds, sharing the stories behind their musical beginnings, life on the road, and the journey that brought the band together. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/valley-sounds-episode-419/

The members of Poor Rover come from diverse musical backgrounds, but a shared love of storytelling and acoustic music brought them together. The Huntsville-area trio shares the story behind the band, their creative process, and the inspiration for their original music. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/valley-sounds-episode-418/