SECOND SUNDAYS hosted by Danielle Gasparro

The Audio Archives_________________
Be good to your soul - kick back, relax and enjoy an audio archive! Each month's entire interview and performance is made available below, by way of an online stream. Simply click on the archive page that you would like to visit, and you will be (safely) re-directed to link through and take in the magic as it was made in real time!
4/12/09: Becky & Nathan Bliss of Barnaby Bright &nbspCOMING IN JULY!
3/8/09: Elizabeth Ziman &nbsp Audio Archive Page (1:16:35)
2/8/09: Pete and J &nbsp Audio Archive Page (1:19:50)
1/11/09: Amber Rubarth &nbsp Audio Archive Page (1:14:45)
12/14/08: Sasha Dobson &nbsp Audio Archive Page (1:13:24)
11/23/08: Madeleine Peyroux&nbsp Audio Archive Page (1:23:19)
11/9/08: Simon Lynge&nbsp Audio Archive Page (1:12:14)
10/19/08: Casey Shea&nbsp Audio Archive Page (1:12:41)
9/14/08: Paul Brill&nbsp Audio Archive Page (1:07:12)
8/10/08: Ryan Scott&nbsp Audio Archive Page (1:13:34)
7/13/08: Krystle Warren&nbsp Audio Archive Page (1:07:03)
6/1/08: Jamie Leonhart &nbsp Audio Archive Page (1:04:09)
5/11/08: Richard Julian &nbsp Audio Archive Page (1:17:21)
4/13/08: Leah Siegel &nbsp Audio Archive Page (1:07:55)
3/9/08: Adam Levy &nbsp Audio Archive Page (1:07:24)
2/10/08: Jonathan Spottiswoode &nbsp Audio Archive Page (1:03:38)
NOTE: Audio archive pages can also be linked to within each show's corresponding blog entry (above). These entries include transcribed interview teasers, live song track markers, links to photos and the artist-selected playlist.
The Skinny_________________
Second Sundays was a live artist interview and performance series held once a month in one of New York City's best live music venues, Rockwood Music Hall. From February 2008 - May 2009, the series illuminated and celebrated the stories, songs and speculations of some of today's most vital performing songwriters. The interviews included candid, thoughtful dialogues on each artist's journey, both professionally and personally, and offered revealing, first-hand insights into their musical mind's eye.
Hosted with a refreshing blend of intelligence and humor by New York City based singer-songwriter (and series producer) Danielle Gasparro, the dynamic interviews also addressed the subject of what is required to live in the world today as someone who chooses to not only follow their musical bliss, but perhaps even try to make a buck at it. The topical thread of what it means to stay committed to such a choice, despite the inherent invitation of its many logistical and emotional challenges, was given an intriguing, personal touch with each artist's story. As a whole, the interviews aimed to not just entertain and enlighten, but to inspire.
A performance by the artist was also incorporated into the event - each interview was spontaneously complemented by song, with a choice tune selected to bring the spirited evening to a musical close.
ALL THAT PLUS...
Prior to the interview, each featured artist was asked to select 10-15 recorded songs which meant a lot to them, without disclosing why. These tracks were then put together as a playlist, and were streamed through Rockwood, both before and after the show.
NOTE: The artist playlists can be found above, within each show's corresponding blog entry.
Thank You, Friends_________________
During its run as a live event, Second Sundays was proudly sponsored in part by New York City’s premiere voices in independent music and music news - Harris Radio and Indie Sounds. Click either logo below to visit the corresponding website and lend your support right back!