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Artwork for Finding Lucinda
Lucinda Williams
Songwriting
Malaco Studios
Artistic Integrity
Charlie Sexton
Country Music
Self-Doubt
Nashville, Tennessee
Mercy Now
Vulnerability In Art
Buddy Miller
Mary Gauthier
Folk Music
Austin
Texas
Car Wheels On A Gravel Road
Anderson Fair
John Grimaudo
Empathy
Tennessee

Finding Lucinda follows a young singer-songwriter on a road trip of self discovery to trace the roots of their musical hero Lucinda Williams. Amidst self-doubt and uncertainty, ISMAY sets out from the family ranch in Northern California and travels to Texas, Louisiana and Tennessee. There ISMAY meets Lucinda’s early collaborators, digs through the archives to uncover hidden treasures, and visits t... more

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For the finale of their road trip, Ismay finally gets to meet the center of this entire narrative – Lucinda Williams. Their goal is seeking guidance about what to do with their self doubt. Ismay discovers that Lucinda had one major difference in her ... more

Ismay wakes up the day after interviewing Mary Gauthier ready to attend a live performance by Lucinda Williams at the Ryman Auditorium. In order to finish out their journey, Ismay hopes to interview Lucinda right before her show and find a conclusion... more

Ismay travels across Nashville to the Station Inn to meet with legendary folk singer-songwriter Mary Gauthier. This episode of Finding Lucinda is different from those in the past – rather than interviewing a character from Lucinda Williams' history, ... more

Ismay drives to Nashville to share the incredible never-before-heard tape they found during their road trip journey with friend Buddy Miller. He has been known to have contributed essential parts to Lucinda's breakthrough, 'Car Wheels On A Gravel Roa... more

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Recent Guests

Lucinda Williams
Renowned singer-songwriter and the subject of ISMAY's journey
Independent Artist
Episode: Meeting Lucinda Williams
Mary Gauthier
Established singer-songwriter known for her storytelling.
Episode: Visiting Ray Kennedy at the Room and Board
Ray Kennedy
Producer and engineer who has collaborated with Lucinda since the 1990s.
Episode: Visiting Ray Kennedy at the Room and Board
Buddy Miller
An instrumentalist, songwriter, producer, and collaborator with Lucinda Williams
Episode: Buddy Miller talks Car Wheels on a Gravel Road
Wolf Stephenson
Engineer at Malaco Studios, worked on Lucinda's first record
Malaco Studios
Episode: Visiting Malaco Studios
John Grimaudo
First guitarist of Lucinda Williams who performed with her in the 1970s at Anderson Fair
Episode: Lucinda's First Guitarist
Charlie Sexton
Guitarist, producer, artist, and actor best known for being Bob Dylan's guitar player.
Episode: Meeting Charlie Sexton

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Ismay
Musician, host, and creator of Finding Lucinda.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Beautiful

    Magnificent!! It’s so important to tell the story of being an artist and this podcast just absolutely nails it. Love love love!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    squiddlesbaloof
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent podcast!

    If you have an interest in Lucinda Williams, American roots music, alt country music, the connection between poetry and crafting good lyrics-whatever your way in might be, I encourage you to give this podcast a listen. It’s very well researched and the fact that ISMAY is a developing singer-songwriter herself, trying to find her way in the world of music creation and performing, only enhances the quality of what she is creating. (Just finished reading Lucinda’s memoir, where she states that sh... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LilyG!
    United Statesa month ago
  • Should be called Finding ISMAY

    Nepo baby host talks more about herself than she does about Lucinda or the people she purports to be interviewing. Shows like this are why America needs a stronger estate tax.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mankind 345
    United Statesa month ago
  • The poetry is magnificent

    I stumbled upon this podcast and am enthralled with the story and poetry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    peysoco
    United States4 months ago

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The blend of music history and personal narrative is praised for its authenticity and relatability.
The exploration of music and personal journeys resonates strongly, with many feeling inspired by Ismay's candidness.
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Meeting Lucinda Williams
Q: Are there any doubts that you have to work through even now in order to come back to the studio and record again?
Lucinda admits it's always nerve-wracking to record new songs but emphasizes the learning experience that comes with it.
Meeting Lucinda Williams
Q: So did you ever like have a point where you were sort of stuck and you were afraid to make something new?
Lucinda shares that she felt stuck after the success of Carwills due to the pressure of living up to expectations with her subsequent projects.
Buddy Miller talks Car Wheels on a Gravel Road
Q: What would you tell Lucinda if you were talking to her at her age now?
I think she knows what she's doing.
Visiting Malaco Studios
Q: So you're saying she wasn't confident in her own songwriting?
Wolf speculated that Lucinda wanted to use her cover songs to open the door for her originals, showing ambition in her craft.
Visiting Malaco Studios
Q: Do you think that's true of a lot of artists or do you find some artists, it's like they're performing and musical self is a different persona?
The really good ones have a consistency between their offstage and onstage personas.

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A journey of self-discovery unfolds as a young singer-songwriter embarks on a road trip to trace the roots of their musical hero, Lucinda Williams. Starting from Northern California, the host travels through Texas, Louisiana, and Tennessee, delving into their own self-doubts while exploring the early influences and significant moments of Williams' career. By visiting iconic studios and meeting key figures from Lucinda's past, the narrative weaves personal revelations with rich musical history. This exploration not only highlights the journey of an artist seeking authenticity and inspiration but also provides insights into the impact of collaboration and the emotional aspects of the creative process.

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2. Mary Gauthier
3. Ray Kennedy
4. Buddy Miller
5. Wolf Stephenson
6. John Grimaudo
7. Charlie Sexton

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