Brandi Carlile

Brandi Carlile uplifts musicians she admires like Joni Mitchell and produced an EP for talented 18-year-old Tish Melton. They discuss their creative partnership, Brandi's upcoming monumental collaboration album, and the potential impact of Beyonce on country music.

Brandi Carlile, a Grammy and Emmy-winning singer-songwriter, shares her inspiring journey in music and her impactful collaboration with Elton John on 'Who Believes In Angels?'. She opens up about the emotional challenges and triumphs of realizing her childhood dream. The conversation dives into the heartfelt dynamics of songwriting, the bittersweet complexities of parenting, and the magical moments when a song truly comes alive. Brandi's insights into artistry and human connection reveal the profound impact of collaboration in her creative process.

Brandi Carlile, a renowned singer-songwriter and co-creator of the Girls Just Wanna Weekend music festival, joins her collaborator Catherine Carlile for a lively discussion. They delve into the essence of community building and the unique magic of their festival. The duo shares insights on self-forgiveness, growth, and the transformative power of connection. Listeners can also enjoy a special live performance of their theme song, celebrating courage in navigating life's challenges together.

Elton John, the iconic musician, discusses the tumultuous journey of his rise to fame during the '70s, revealing the personal struggles he faced amidst success. Joining him is Brandi Carlile, the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, who shares her deep friendship with Elton and her bond with Joni Mitchell. They explore the importance of supporting new artists like Chappell Roan and reflect on the emotional connections within music. Additionally, they hint at the exciting potential for new material from Elton in the near future.

Brandi Carlile and Tish Melton share insights on creating Tish's EP, discussing 3:00 AM accidents in the album, taking girls' emotions seriously, realizing personal differences, and embracing who we are. They explore the collaborative process, authenticity in music production, generational perspectives in songwriting, navigating anxiety on stage, supporting new parents, and visualizing dreams.

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Brandi Carlile is a singer and songwriter from Washington State. She's  released seven albums and won six Grammys. Her most recent album is In These Silent Days, which debuted at number one on Billboard’s folk and rock album charts. It was named one of the best albums of 2021 by Rolling Stone, Stereogum, and more. It was produced by her longtime collaborators Dave Cobb and Shooter Jennings. In this episode, Brandi breaks down her song "You and Me on the Rock," and how it was influenced by her wife, by their home, and by Joni Mitchell. To learn more, visit songexploder.net/brandi-carlile.

Brandi Carlile discusses her album 'In These Silent Days', finding her dream home in the woods, the power of the High Women movement, and overcoming fears. They also talk about their musical influences and the importance of captivating performances.

Brandi Carlile, a six-time Grammy winner and activist known for her memoir "Broken Horses," joins the conversation. They explore the politics of middle school lunch tables and the challenges of faith and identity in a conservative community. The power of music and storytelling is emphasized as a means of connection and healing. Brandi shares her experiences of joy and grief, revealing the transformative role of vulnerability in both faith and creativity. Lightheartedly, they discuss the chaos of fitted sheets and share nostalgic childhood memories.

Brandi Carlile came by Shangri La last year to talk to Rick Rubin with Tanya Tucker about the album they made together, While I'm Livin'. After Tanya left, Brandi stayed behind to talk about her love of Joni Mitchell's music, how she was present for a star studded jam that led to Joni singing for the first time since her stroke, and also about the beginning of her career, when Rick helped to discover her. Plus, Brandi plays an intimate version of her song "The Mother" for Rick.Subscribe to Broken Record's YouTube channel to hear old and new interviews, often with bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/brokenrecordpodcastYou can also check out past episodes here: https://brokenrecordpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.