Nikkiesha McLeod welcomes the talented singer-songwriter Mackenzie Shivers, a close friend and an acclaimed musician, to share insights into her upcoming album, Rejection Letter, which is set to be released on April 2nd. The episode begins with Mackenzie's single "Martha's Vineyard," paving the way for an in-depth discussion of the emotional landscape of her music, her artistic evolution and the impact of the pandemic on her creativity, and the importance of supporting independent artists.
- Guest: Mackenzie Shivers
- Host & Producer: Nikkiesha McLeod
- Producer & Editor: Jeremiah Lee McVay
Chapters
- 0:06 - Introduction to When We See Each Other
- 0:58 - MUSIC: "Martha's Vineyard" by Mackenzie Shivers
- 5:25 - Welcome Mackenzie Shivers
- 7:13 - Mackenzie's Musical Beginnings
- 8:46 - The Inspiration Behind "Martha's Vineyard"
- 13:02 - Exploring the Song "Afraid"
- 16:33 - Themes of 'Rejection Letter'
- 20:42 - The Recording Process During the Pandemic
- 22:24 - Philosophical Discussions on Parenthood
- 31:49 - The Impact of the Pandemic on Creativity
- 36:00 - The Creative Process of Songwriting
- 41:15 - Differences in the New Album
- 42:52 - Artist Comparisons and Influences
- 46:32 - Upcoming Album Release
- 48:19 - Current Reading Recommendations
- 48:48 - Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts
- 50:48 - MUSIC: "Afraid" by Mackenzie Shivers
- 54:49 - Outro
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