This young and extremely talented producer is going to be a star in public radio if this piece is any indication of her skills.
Emily weaves together three emotions. For younger folks, she conjures up the magic of meeting your rock star idol. For us jaded old radio folks she reminds of our first "big" interview with a star. For the rest, and most important, of the world she brings a simple story to life with a compelling narrative, focused production values and an emotional celebration of youth that brings everyone of every age together in a bit tent. Good Job!
A simple story, a teenager gets to meet and interview her favorite rock star. A tension builder; the road manager nearly nixes the long awaited and worked oh so hard for interview and the resounding peak of emotions when Billy walks into the room. Throw in a little high school impress the pants off the rest of the kids, though with modesty, and we’re off and running.
What's better, is that this piece really has great writing. Emily gets my prize for best use of adjectives in creating theater of the mind. As with all pieces over 10 mins., there are few uber review edits I might make, but this piece made me stop my workout and realize why I am in public radio.
Dare I call it at Drive Way Piece? You bet! Emily is conversational, introspective and charming making this a must air piece for any format (this is another piece my PD is getting note on) as a stand alone or part of a mag.
THIS PIECE MUST MUST MUST BE GIVEN NATIONAL ATTENTION!
Review of The Night I Met Billy Corgan
Steve Yasko
Posted on October 25, 2005 at 04:57 AM
Madeline Brand Watch Your Back!
This young and extremely talented producer is going to be a star in public radio if this piece is any indication of her skills.
Emily weaves together three emotions. For younger folks, she conjures up the magic of meeting your rock star idol. For us jaded old radio folks she reminds of our first "big" interview with a star. For the rest, and most important, of the world she brings a simple story to life with a compelling narrative, focused production values and an emotional celebration of youth that brings everyone of every age together in a bit tent. Good Job!
A simple story, a teenager gets to meet and interview her favorite rock star. A tension builder; the road manager nearly nixes the long awaited and worked oh so hard for interview and the resounding peak of emotions when Billy walks into the room. Throw in a little high school impress the pants off the rest of the kids, though with modesty, and we’re off and running.
What's better, is that this piece really has great writing. Emily gets my prize for best use of adjectives in creating theater of the mind. As with all pieces over 10 mins., there are few uber review edits I might make, but this piece made me stop my workout and realize why I am in public radio.
Dare I call it at Drive Way Piece? You bet! Emily is conversational, introspective and charming making this a must air piece for any format (this is another piece my PD is getting note on) as a stand alone or part of a mag.
THIS PIECE MUST MUST MUST BE GIVEN NATIONAL ATTENTION!