Episode 3

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17th Jun 2024

Palmyra's Sasha Landon - Lush Harmony & Brilliant Song Writing

Palmyra - Do You Like Lush Harmony & Brilliant Song Writing? Then this is your band!

Get inspired by Palmyra's Sasha Landon, who shares the incredible stories by their songs and what fuels their music mission.

It's high-energy Americana at it's finest1

A trio that also includes Teddy Chipouras and Mānoa Bell, all hailing from Virginia.=

One things for sure...

Palmyra's star is rising!

They've supported Watchhouse, Mipso, and Illiterate Light, and received honors and recognition from the historic Newport Folk Festival, American Songwriter, The Boston Globe, NPR, Under The Radar Magazine, Americanafest, and Merlefest.

Robin Hilton at All Songs Considered says, “This is a band you know would be killer live”...

and we've seen them twice, it's 100% correct!

You'll also discover:

Their Unique Experience Performing Twice at the Newport Folk Festival (And Why They'll be Performing There this Year Again on an Even Bigger Stage)

The Secrets of A Music Stage Completely Powered by Bikes.

The Reaction They Get Singing, "We aren't dead yet, but we're not far from it!"

The Moment Ben (our co-host) met Sasha in a Newport Food Line.

The Colorful Stories Behind "Happy Pills", "Bella Donna", and "Shape I'm In"

Behind the Scenes of the NPR Tiny-Desk Competition

Mental Health and Song Writing

Advice for Under-represented Groups in Music

AND an INCREDIBLE TUNE recorded for the show at the end of this EPISODE!!!

Listen now on the Americana Curious Podcast!

Discover more about Palmyra here:

https://www.palmyratheband.com/

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About the Podcast

Americana Curious
Interviews from Americana Artist Inspiring the World
The podcast that unearths hidden Americana gems, shares untold stories from legends, and proves music still has the power to move us all.

If you believe Americana music can transform the world, you’re in the right place.

Too many overlook its raw beauty and power to connect, heal, and inspire. We spotlight the artists carrying that torch — unsung heroes writing the soundtrack to something bigger.

Each week, hosts Ben Fanning and Zach Schultz bring you intimate, entertaining conversations with artists changing the world one song at a time — like Old Crow Medicine Show, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, The Wood Brothers, American Aquarium, Toad the Wet Sprocket, and rising stars you’ll soon love.

You’ll discover:
• New music to love
• Hard-earned lessons from the road
• The stories behind your favorite songs
• Big inspiration — and a good laugh

Join us to celebrate the voices, values, and stories that keep Americana alive — and prove why music still matters.

About your hosts

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”.