Episode 6

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9th Jul 2024

Leon Majcen - Gulfcoast Guitar, Flyrods, and Heartfelt Lyrics

Gulf Coast Guitar, Flyrods, and Heartfelt Lyrics

While Leon Majcen grew up on the Gulf Coast of Florida, he’s the son of Bosnian war refugees who fled their homeland in search of a better life for their children.

From a young age, Leon was drawn to the power of storytelling through music, particularly the work of artists like Townes Van Zandt, John Prine, Bob Dylan, and Guy Clark.

He played local bars in high school, then went to school at NYU where he also played shows.

Then he made his way back to Florida to the commercial fishing docks and then made the jump to Nashville. 

Since arriving in Nashville, Leon has continued to develop his unique blend of Americana, folk, and country music, drawing on his experiences and his love of the outdoors to craft songs that are both poignant and powerful. 

With his heartfelt lyrics, soulful voice, and deft guitar work, Leon has built a strong following in Music City and beyond. 

He released his self-titled album is now out.. Loaded up with a guitar and a couple fly rods, Leon travels around the country sharing his songs and stories, looking for the next great fishing spot along the way.

You’ll Discover:

How he Found John Prine.

What It was Like Playing Open Mics at Age 11.

Zach’s Tattoo.

The Story behind World Gone Buy and Mangrove Shores.

How Fishing Inspires Music.

The Art of Creating Timeless Music..

Carp Fishing in Texas.

Leon Goes Electric.

Learn more about Leon and his music here: https://leonmajcen.com/home

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Americana Curious
Interviews from Americana Artist Changing the World
Americana Music Transforms the World!

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Ben Fanning

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Top 2% Podcast Host, #1 Best Selling Author, Inc. Magazine Columnist--Americana Superfan!

Zach Schultz

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Connoisseur of quality music. Lover of all things Americana. Inspired by authenticity. Self-proclaimed “King of Merch”.