This week, the region is known for exporting coal, but it’s losing people, too. Also, folk singer Ginny Hawker grew up singing the hymns of the Primitive Baptist Church, but she didn’t think of performing until she got a little boost from Appalachian icon Hazel Dickens. And, the chef of an award-winning Asheville restaurant was shaped by memories of growing up in West Virginia.
LISTEN: Amy Helm Has The Mountain Stage Song Of The Week
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This week’s premiere broadcast of Mountain Stage was recorded in the intimate historic Franklin Theatre in Franklin, Tennessee. Host Kathy Mattea welcomes Todd Snider, Amy Helm, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, and Randall Bramblett.
Our Song of the Week comes from the talented singer-songwriter and daughter of Levon Helm, Amy Helm. On this episode of Mountain Stage, she performs “Dear Louisiana” off her fourth studio album Silver City. In this performance you’ll hear Helm’s rich vocals shine alongside her band with Yuval Lion on drums, Peter Levin on organ, Dan Littleton on guitar, and Adam Minkoff on bass.
This week’s broadcast of Mountain Stage features a collection of Kathy Mattea's favorite sets, including performances by Jason Isbell, Catherine Russell, Karla Bonoff, The High Kings, and Jennifer Hartswick Band.
On this week's premiere broadcast of Mountain Stage, guest host and CBS Sunday Morning correspondent Conor Knighton welcomes The Baseball Project, The Minus 5, Bob Mould, Chris Stamey, and Loose Cattle.