Song 43

Hey there, I'm Laura Davidson, your host of Song 43. Join me on this latest episode, recorded live at Infocom 2024, where I chat with the talented and versatile Mario Ponce. Together, we reflect on the whirlwind of the past few days at the media hub, our creative processes, and how we navigate our varied roles. Whether it's producing new music, writing enthralling stories, or conquering the Amazon...

Welcome to Song 43, the podcast that gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how I, Laura Davidson, juggle being a mom, working full time, and creating music. In this week's episode, I'll be sharing my recent whirlwind journey from Las Vegas—where I battled a nasty bout of COVID—back to the craziness of everyday life, from navigating my kids' summer camp logistics to missing a trip to Chicago. Plus,...

Welcome to another episode of Song 43! In this week's journey, your host Laura Davidson brings you along to Las Vegas, where she's attending Infocomm, a major tech conference that's quite out of her usual realm. Despite the hustle and her uneasy relationship with Vegas, Laura manages to find joy in unexpected reunions with fellow creators Sean Daniel and Døvydas, and even lines up a fun dinner. As...

Welcome back to Song 43.  Last week, I hosted eleven amazing creators in Chicago. We hung out, learned from each other, and had a blast at the Shure headquarters. James from Wet Nose Woodworks – shout-out to you! You asked for tips on beating the algorithm, and Chris Stone from Dealcasters shared some gold. I also had an incredible time at Reel Sounds studio in Skokie. We re-worked my song "Oak Tr...

Hello, everyone, it's Laura Davidson here, and welcome to another episode of Song 43. In this week's episode, I'm diving deep into the chaos and creativity of balancing life as a full-time worker, mom, and passionate musician. This time around, I'm flying solo, without a guest, due to life's unpredictable twists, but that won't stop us from delving into some juicy topics. A large chunk of this epi...

In this episode of Song 43, our host Laura Davidson takes us through a whirlwind of emotions and experiences from her past week. With no guest to interview, Laura shares her candid thoughts on navigating professional changes, personal projects, and the highs and lows of her busy life. From the emotional aftermath of layoffs at her job to the pride and chaos at her last talent show at Cox, Laura op...

Hey there, Song 43 listeners! I'm thrilled to have my fabulous mom, Julie Harris, back for part two of her interview where she takes us on part two of an adventure that's not just about travel, but about life's unexpected twists and turns. Mom shares the most amazing tale from back when the world was a bit slower, and flying from New York's Idlewild to Paris via Gander took a whopping 17 hours!  M...

This weeks episode is a journey into the past. During the pandemic, I connected with my friend Enrique Gonzalez Mueller to chat about life, music, coffee and Providence, RI. Join us as we laugh and babble about all thing Berklee and life from this 2020 flashback episode where Song 43 was almost called Songs From the Everyday. So grab your headphones, settle in, and let's unravel the tapestry of so...

Welcome back to Song 43. In today's stirring episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of songwriting with the talented Sarah De Valliere. Sarah shares her intricate journey of penning melodies, from the years it can take to perfect a song to the inspiration drawn from life's profound experiences, like becoming a parent and moving through a divorce during the uncertainties of the COVID lock...

Welcome to another episode of Song 43, this is your host, Laura Davidson, reaching out from the beautiful cities of Rome. In today's journey into the depths of musical passion and the intricate balancing act of life, we have the pleasure of hosting the ever-charismatic Sean Sullivan. From his roots in an Irish Catholic upbringing and his early encounters with music that sparked a lifelong love aff...

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating life of my mom, Julie Harris, as she recounts her journey from her early days in theater to her various experiences in different cities. We learn about her time in San Francisco, her search for a job and a place to live, and the unexpected twists that led her back to Kansas City. Join us as we explore the ups and downs, the joys and challenges, and the...

In our season opener, Pete Wilhoit shares how picking up sticks for Fiction Plane led to a call from Sting's house. Laura Davidson dishes on how Eddie Vedder's voice (almost!) made it to a birthday party. Plus, surprise run-ins with stars, like Pete's casual chat with the Pearl Jam icon, guarantees to intrigue. Pete gets personal, recounting family moves and Kathy's pivot to neurology. And, oh boy...

Today, we have a special episode recorded amidst the aftermath of a crazy storm and flooded roads, with my kids and their friends enjoying their unexpected delay from school. Apologies for the background noise, but I hope the voice isolation technology of my MV7 microphone will keep it at bay. Join me as I share my experiences, discuss the challenges of being a podcaster, and talk about teh backst...

In this episode, I discuss the progress I made over the holiday break which included content planning, website editing and mixing my songs. I'm also excited to announce that I'll be changing up the format of the podcast by bringing in guest interviews and more music. Stay tuned for upcoming episodes and don't forget to rate and review the podcast to help it reach more people. Thanks for listening...

In this episode, I'm  at the Chicago Athletic Center, a hotel with a fascinating history of being an escape for men from their families. With the holidays approaching, being in Chicago has been a whirlwind of hectic work and celebration. Listen to find out the highlight of my week and hear about come upcoming plans.

This week, I'm juggling holiday preparations and video production, and I'll be giving you a glimpse of my video setup. I also delve into the process of releasing music and the realization that instant gratification doesn't always accompany it. Listen to learn more about my long-standing relationship with CD Baby and my recent caroling adventures, discussing the delight and oddity of singing tradit...

In this episode, I discuss my health update and Thanksgiving recap. As the holiday season approaches, I am eager to decorate my house and shop for gifts, embracing the joy of giving. However, amidst the preparations, I realize I have been holding back on releasing my music. Learn how a recent request for one of my songs has inspired me to share my music with the world. Join me as I share tech tips...

I battled strep throat but am now recovering thanks to antibiotics. Reflecting on Thanksgiving, I share my favorite dishes and discuss my creative projects and podcast promotion efforts. Despite a delay in my album release, I remain passionate and committed. Listen in to hear why. Watch the Shure webinar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pspmqG3iLWw

Welcome to episode 72 of my podcast. Today finds me at home, in the sanctuary of my office. In this week's episode, I dive into the whirlwind that is life – juggling work, kids' appointments (including following up on Ellie's orthopedist visit), birthdays, band gigs and prepping for caroling season with my crew, all while carving out precious moments to make music. I also share how the state of th...

I missed last week. It was a shit week. This week, I decided to bring you with me to the parking lot of Blake's taekwondo class where I had a spare 20 minutes to record. Listen and learn about an app I use called Hush and hear a new song I just started.  This episode was recorded on the Shure MV88+ stereo USB microphone. 

Five days in Vegas is a lot for anyone. Five days in Vegas for me is like a year and half, but I made it out alive. Listen in as I recount the lack of ghosts from Creator Camp, the incredible experience that is The Sphere and the interesting group that is TwitchCon. This episode was recorded on the Shure MV7 Podcast Mic. 

This week finds me in Newburyport, MA for Ecamm Creator Camp. I'm staying in a hotel that feels pretty spooky, so we'll see if next week's show features any ghostly tales. But for now, listen in for stories of extroverts at their finest.  

This week recaps last week's musical endeavors and dips a toe in the past to listen to a track off of my first album, "Where are you going?" Listen in to tales of allergies, food likes and things I'm doing to prepare for an upcoming bonkers travel schedule. Song 43 was recorded on an SM7dB using the MVX2U interface, and monitored and mixed on SE215 earphones.

This week I'm at home and ready to launch a kickass new microphone from Shure, the SM7dB. Listen in on how I'm gearing up, how I'm sick again and how I'm a little bit over it. This episode was recorded on the SM7dB via the MVX2U and mixed on SE215 earphones.  

I'm in Chicago again this week for a new program at Shure. Listen as I fill you in on the details of the program, the ever-present quirks of The Palmer House and the challenges of wedding singing.   This week's episode was recoreded on the Shure MV88+ using SE215 earphones and AONIC 40 headphones.