Fresh Air Brittany Howard On Prince, Break-Up Songs, And Her Haunted House
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Aug 1, 2024 In this engaging conversation, Grammy-winning singer Brittany Howard, known for her soul-stirring voice and past with Alabama Shakes, opens up about growing up biracial in Alabama and the haunting memories from her childhood home. She dives deep into her new album, discussing the emotional landscapes of break-up songs and her transformative encounter with Prince. With reflections on identity, loss, and her journey to creative freedom, Howard's insights into music as a means of personal empowerment are compelling and heartfelt.
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Playing with Prince
- Brittany Howard recounts Prince inviting Alabama Shakes to play at Paisley Park.
- Prince joined them onstage for a song, kissed Howard, and vanished.
Haunted House
- Howard lived in her great-grandmother's house, which she believed was haunted.
- She experienced slamming doors, growling sounds, and footsteps, leading her to move out.
Defying Expectations
- Howard was told she didn't "look the part" of a lead singer early in her career.
- This criticism fueled her to perform harder and prove her doubters wrong.