The State of Sound Podcast

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
  • 4.8 (4)
  • MUSIC HISTORY
The State of Sound Podcast

Diving deep into the history of Illinois music with artists, experts and historians. A companion series to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum's special exhibit "The State of Sound: A World of Music from Illinois."

  1. 09/04/2023

    Prine Family History part 2

    Author and State of Sound writer, Dave Hoekstra sits down with Dave Prine (John Prine's brother) for an intimate conversation about the Prine family and their Illinois roots. (Part 2 of 2)

    48 min

  2. 08/29/2023

    Prine Family History Part 1

    Author and State of Sound writer, Dave Hoekstra sits down with Dave Prine (John Prine's brother) for an intimate conversation about the Prine family and their Illinois roots. (Part 1 of 2)

    57 min

  3. 08/21/2023

    Recording Studio Executive, Reid Hyams

    State of Sound curator, Lance Tawzer interview Chicago Trax Recording President Reid Hyams on his amazing career operating an influential recording studio on the cutting edge of new music.

    1h 3m

  4. 08/15/2023

    Martin Atkins

    State of Sound creator, Lance Tawzer interviews Martin Atkins, musician with PIL, NIN, Killing Joke and Pigface is also an author, educator, entrepreneur, and now runs a museum as well.

    45 min

  5. 08/07/2023

    Maxx Traxx / Third Rail

    Writer and State of Sound Podcast Host Dave Hoekstra interviews Maxx Traxx / Third Rail manager Murray Weiner, guitarist/singer Stevie Robinson and guitarist Richie Davis about the highs and lows of the groundbreaking Chicago band.

    46 min

  6. 07/10/2023

    Angelo Varias, John Prine's drummer

    Writer and State of Sound Podcast Host Dave Hoekstra interviews drummer Angelo Varias about his experiences playing with John Prine and many others.

    48 min

  7. 07/05/2023

    Navy Pier CEO Marilynn Gardner

    Writer and State of Sound Podcast Host Dave Hoekstra interviews Navy Pier CEO Marilynn Gardner about her history, the Pier's history and future.

    41 min

  8. 06/16/2023

    Folk Musician and Historian Bucky Halker

    Writer and State of Sound Podcast Host Dave Hoekstra interviews Illinois folk musician and historian Bucky Halker about labor music and other topics.

    1h 3m
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About

Diving deep into the history of Illinois music with artists, experts and historians. A companion series to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum's special exhibit "The State of Sound: A World of Music from Illinois."

Information

  • Creator
    Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
  • Show Website
    The State of Sound Podcast

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