We haven't heard much from talented singer-songwriter Marc Cohn since his eponymous 1991 hit "Walking in Memphis". He talks about his new album and the event that spawned it. Read the full description.
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Piece Description
On this edition of "A Musician's Life" Tracey Tanenbaum speaks with Marc Cohn. He's an artist with a rich voice and a knack for thoughtful lyrics. But he's not the most prolific guy around. He's best known for his 1991 hit "Walking in Memphis". He's just released his first album in nearly a decade called "Join the Parade". He talks about the near death experience that helped kick-start the album.
Broadcast History
Aired on WXPN-FM November 2007 and again in March of 2008.
Timing and Cues
Begins with :02 music plus, "This is a Musician's Life. I'm TT with Marc Cohn". Ends with TT out followed by :06 music. Music trails off to 5:00.
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Review of A Musician's Life: Marc Cohn
This series really seems to have a way of getting the artists to open up in a comfortable and revealing way. Must be Tracey Tannenbaum's interviewing skill. Her questions are the ones I'd think of to ask, and some I wished I'd thought of to ask.
Marc Cohn's story is an intriguing one, and his answer to a question about how he feels about his biggest hit is great.
Enjoy this one and others in the series.