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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.

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Bristol Episode #4: Alison Brown

Feb 1, 2024

For this episode of Pass the Mic, we talked to Alison Brown at the 2023 Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion. Alison is an internationally recognized and GRAMMY winning banjoist known for her roots in bluegrass with elements of jazz. At a pivotal moment in her life, Alison left a career on Wall Street to tour with Alison Krauss and Union Station. She never looked back. Allison has released twelve critically-acclaimed solo albums. In addition to performing, she is a co-founder of the well-respected roots label Compass Records. In this conversation, Alison discusses her career change, the importance of honoring the unique history of the banjo as an African instrument, experiences collaborating with musicians like Steve Martin and Sierra Hull, and her passion for uplifting artists through her record label.

All music for the episode comes from Alison Brown's 2023 record, On Banjo. These include "Wind the Clock", "Sweet Sixteenths" feat. Sierra Hull, "Regalito" feat. Sharon Isbin, "Porches" feat. Kronos Quartet, and "Tall Hog at the Trough" feat. Stuart Duncan. Courtesy of Compass Records Group, Inc. and Brown Knows Music (BMI).

Theme music for this episode was composed and performed William Wright.