The Shellcast: Only In Memphis

Episode Notes On today's episode our host, Silver, spoke with Elvis Presley's long-time nurse and friend, Tish Henley. Tish has an amazing new book out called 'Taking Care of Elvis' and it is a page turner! They spoke about Elvis' love of reading (and being read to), his penchant for mischief, and a whole lot more. Tish was a pleasure to talk to and we think you're going to absolutely love hearing her stories!

Episode Notes On today's episode our host, McKenzii, spoke with the talented singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Anand Wilder. They spoke about his musical experiences as a kid growing up in Baltimore, his debut solo album, and some brand new musical endeavors. Anand was a ton of fun to talk to; we think you're going to love this one!

Episode Notes In today's episode our host Silver spoke with Mike McCarthy, Memphis based film maker, sculptor, and all around creative. They spoke about Mike's upcoming psychedelic documentary film, working with John McIntire, and his unabashed love of Memphis! Mike's story is a fascinating one, and you wont want to miss it!

Episode Notes In today's episode our host Silver spoke with Cyrena Wages, Memphis based singer/songwriter. They spoke about Cyrena's upcoming record, working with grammy winning producer Matt Ross-Spang, and the thing that brought her back home after years working in the hectic music world of Nashville. Cyrena drops a lot of truth bombs in this one and you won't want to miss it!

Episode Notes In today's episode our host McKenzii spoke with Jackie Venson, Austin, TX based singer/songwriter/guitar virtuoso/producer/dj. They spoke about Jackie's journey with streaming and how it kept her afloat throughout 2020, how to make it in the music biz, and so much more! Jackie is hilarious and this interview is a ton of fun. You won't wanna miss this one!

Episode Notes In today's episode our host Silver spoke with Jeff Hulett, of the Memphis based band Snowglobe. They spoke about Jeff's latest releases (of which there are many), the status of Snowglobe, and his career in the PR world. Jeff is an amazing person all around, and a dear friend of The Shell and we couldn't be more excited to get to share his story with you!

Episode Notes In today's episode our host, McKenzii, spoke with Daniel Weickenand, CEO of Orion Federal Credit Union. They spoke about his love of music, Orion's prioritization of community, his passion for music based community organizations, and more. It was such an inspiring conversation that you wont want to miss.

Episode Notes In today's episode our host, Silver, spoke with singer-songwriter and perpetual side-man, Mark Edgar Stuart. They spoke about his beginnings as a classically trained upright bass player, his transition from Memphis' most in-demand bass player to becoming one of Memphis' favorite songwriters, his newest record "Until We Meet Again," and his newest venture into the world of producing. Mark is such a talent, and it was a delight chatting with him. You're going to love this episode!

Episode Notes In today's episode our host, McKenzii, spoke with afro-latin rock band Making Movies. They spoke about how they got back to the core of being a band during the pandemic, their forthcoming new album “XOPA,” their love for Memphis and more. This is a super fun, thoughtful and hilarious episode; and you definitely won't want to miss it.

Episode Notes In today's episode our host, Silver, spoke with Dr Kevin Sanders, Director of the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music at the University of Memphis. Dr Sanders has put together quite a resume. Besides holding multiple degrees in music from incredibly impressive institutions, he's performed with some of the finest orchestras in the world on five different continents, and of course has often been recorded. Fortunately for Memphis, and the world, his passion for music carries over into providing a solid, contemporary, and well rounded education in music to those who want it. His energy and vision have helped turn Memphis into a very desirable destination for talented students from near and far.