Preview Mode Links will not work in preview mode

Pass the Mic: Creating a Stage for Change

This podcast is a part of the Tennessee Theatre’s Pass the Mic: Creating a Stage for Change series, providing an opportunity for artists from marginalized and underserved communities to share their art with others. Through podcast episodes, concerts/performances, visual art displays, discussions and panels focusing on important issues, and educational opportunities, artists have the chance to engage with the community. The Tennessee Theatre is proud to provide a space for audiences and artists to better understand one another.

Jan 24, 2024

For this episode of Pass the Mic, we had the pleasure of talking to Carlene Carter at the 2023 Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion. Carlene shared memories of learning music from her mother, June Carter, and her grandmother "Mother" Maybelle Carter. Her 2014 record Carter Girl celebrates this family history with unique...


Jan 24, 2024

For this episode of Pass the Mic, we talked to Kelsey Waldon at the 2023 Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion. Kelsey Waldon was born and raised in rural Western Kentucky. Originally, she identified primarily as a songwriter, but eventually embraced her distinct singing voice after receiving positive feedback and...


Jan 24, 2024

For this episode of Pass the Mic, we’re excited to celebrate the spirit of the 2023 Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion by highlighting some of the diverse voices that make this event so special— some attending the festival for the first time, long-time returning festival goers, and some of the folks working within and...


Jan 10, 2024

For this episode of Pass the Mic, we talked with members of the NYC based band The Scooches, named appropriately for the way it “scooches” a wide range of genres and cultures together to create beautiful and eclectic roots music. We talked to founding members and spouses, Betina Hershey and Nick...