Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

The State of Sound Podcast

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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."

Be sure to visit the podcast's website and support the creator: www.musicfromillinois.com

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Episodes

House Music Legend Derrick Carter 11.07.2021 50:52

ALPLM's Lance Tawzer is joined by UK Contributor Gordon Lee to interview House Music Legend Derrick Carter to chronicle his origins through his rise to international fame.  Theme Song by Thrift Store Halo Produced by Lance Tawzer Engineered by Garrett West

Cheaa Mayfield, Curtis Mayfield's son 25.06.2021 36:09

State of Sound Exhibit writer Dave Hoekstra interviews Curtis Mayfield's son, Cheaa on his dad's life, career and legacy.  Theme music by Thrift Store Halo Produced by Lance Tawzer Engineered by Garrett West

Gospel Historian and Journalist Bob Marovich 11.06.2021 25:20

ALPLM's Reggie Guyton interviews Gospel historian, author and journalist Bob Marovich on the importance of Gospel Music from Illinois. Episode produced by ALPLM's Randy Erwin The State of Sound Podcast theme by Thrift Store Halo Produced by Lance Tawzer Engineered by Garrett West

Rosanna Goodman (Steve Goodman's daughter) 30.05.2021 41:14

State of Sound exhibit writer Dave Hoekstra sits down with Rosanna Goodman, the youngest daughter of folk legend Steve Goodman.  State of Sound theme music by Thrift Store Halo Produced by Lance Tawzer Engineered by Garrett West

Kevin Cronin from REO Speedwagon 20.05.2021 30:45

ALPLM's Joe Crain interviews Kevin Cronin, the front man of REO Speedwagon about the band's Illinois roots.  Theme song by Thrift Store Halo Produced by Lance Tawzer Engineered by Garrett West

Tim McIlrath from Rise Against 20.05.2021 37:14

ALPLM State of Sound Exhibit Curator Lance Tawzer interviews Tim McIlrath, the front man of the punk band Rise Against who shares insight to his Chicago suburban origin and the underground punk culture.  Theme song by Thrift Store Halo Produced by Lance Tawzer Engineered by Garrett West