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Karaoke Challenge with "Wichita Lineman"
- Stephen Thompson associates National Lineman Appreciation Day with the classic song "Wichita Lineman."
- Brian Burns shared a karaoke experience where he struggled with the song's high notes, illustrating its difficulty.
Julian Baker's Country Revival
- Julian Baker's post-Boy Genius collaboration with Torres explores a southern-rooted country style they never saw in their youth.
- The album taps into authentic struggles like regret and identity without overusing country music tropes.
Recording on the Porch
- Rhiannon Giddens and Justin Robinson recorded their album live outdoors at the homes of black string music legends.
- Ambient sounds and banter create a warm, timeless "porch" atmosphere throughout the record.