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Art of the Song
Art of the Song is a one-hour, independently-produced radio show with music and interviews exploring inspiration and creativity through songwriting and other art forms. The program is heard on over 160 stations worldwide. Learn why songwriters and artists create, how they become inspired, and how you can tap into that creative source in every aspect of your life.
Our guest this week on Art of the Song is John Lilly. An award-winning writer and performer, he has long been a fixture of the West Virginia music scene. In 2010 he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, and it appeared his touring days were numbered. In 2020, as the pandemic shut down live music across the world, John’s work and income came to a standstill.
It was then that John’s friend and co-writer, Jackson Emmer, stepped in to help by producing a tribute album with 100% of the proceeds going to John. The album is called April in your Eyes, and features such notables as Kathy Mattea, Tim O’Brien, Bill Kirchen, and Tom Paxton.
