HOOKED: Stories & Songs from Texas & Beyond with Susan Hickman
HOOKED: Stories & Songs from Texas & Beyond with Susan Hickman
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HOOKED: Stories & Songs from Texas & Beyond with Susan Hickman is like eavesdropping on the green room—if the green room had tequila, twang, and way too much honesty. Hosted by Texas firecracker Susan Hickman, it’s real talk, raw songs, and the stories behind ‘em from artists who’ve lived a little, lost a lot, and wrote it all down.
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The show focuses on the musical journeys of artists, exploring topics such as the impact of familial influences on careers, the difficulties of audience connection, and the intimate songwriting processes, with episodes highlighting experiences like performing at iconic venues and delving into the emotional depth of songs addressing social issues.
HOOKED: Stories & Songs from Texas & Beyond with Susan Hickman is like eavesdropping on the green room—if the green room had tequila, twang, and way too much honesty. Hosted by Texas firecracker Susan Hickman, it’s real talk, raw songs, and the stories behind ‘em from artists who’ve lived a little, lost a lot, and wrote it all down.
We dive into the musical journey and pivotal moments that hook musicians for life with our debut guest, Chris Boise.
• Chris shares how his father's musical career influenced his path from drummer to songwriter
• The growth process of a musician requires brutal honesty from those closest to you
• Learning to connect with an audience is harder than playing the actual songs
• Playing at historic venues like the Arcada Theater creates unforgettable career moments
• Having fans sing your original songs is a soul-lifting experience
• When ”no” from a venue owner simply means ”not right now”
• The songwriting process differs for everyone – Chris typically starts with music before lyrics
• Emotional songs like ”Answer the Call” can meaningfully address social issues
Join us every Tuesday at 7 pm at Coco's on the Canal for more stories and songs from Texas and beyond.
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