Hiss Golden Messenger Performs Live from His New Album 'I'm People'
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In this intimate episode of All of It, host Alison Stewart welcomes MC Taylor of Hiss Golden Messenger to discuss his 11th studio album, I'm People, recorded in a historic church in the Catskill Mountains. Taylor reflects on the album’s central themes—interdependence, emotional complexity, and the beauty of shared human experience—while sharing the creative process behind the record, including its live, communal recording sessions and the inspiration drawn from places like Bellinas, California. The conversation unfolds as a live performance, featuring songs like 'In the Middle of It,' 'Who You Gonna Run To,' and 'Mercy Avenue,' each revealing layers of vulnerability, love, and resilience. Taylor also introduces the I'm People Project, a digital gallery inviting people to share personal expressions of humanity through art, poetry, and photos, aiming to foster connection in an increasingly fragmented world. The episode closes with a sense of warmth and purpose, underscoring music’s power to unite and heal.
Embrace the full spectrum of emotions—joy, grief, chaos, and hope—simultaneously; they coexist in a meaningful life.
True connection and emotional healing happen through shared experiences and community, not isolation.
Artistic inspiration often comes from unexpected places, especially those with deep cultural or personal resonance.
The I'm People Project offers a simple, kind, and curated space for people to share authentic expressions of themselves.
Recording music in sacred, communal spaces—like a church—can amplify the emotional truth and intimacy of the work.
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Introducing Hiss Golden Messenger and the New Album 'I'm People'
Alison Stewart introduces MC Taylor and his new album 'I'm People,' highlighting its themes of emotional duality, love, aging, and human connection. Taylor shares the album’s genesis and the decision to open with 'In the Middle of It,' setting a tone of immersion and narrative continuity.
The Meaning Behind 'I'm People' and the Power of Community
“We can only accomplish, like there's a lot of like emotional heavy lifting that you can't really do alone.”
Recording in a Sacred Space: The Dreamland Studio Experience
Taylor recounts the immersive, live recording process at the Dreamland Recording Studio in a church in Hurley-Woodstock. He emphasizes the spiritual atmosphere, the collaborative energy of the band, and the intentional choice of location to honor the Catskills’ rich musical legacy.
Launching the I'm People Project: A Curated Space for Humanity
“It's like a curated space of humanity. We need kindness. We need naive feelings. And I don't know. Just we need humanness.”
Live Performance and Closing Reflections
Hiss Golden Messenger performs 'Mercy Avenue' live, closing the episode with a powerful, soulful rendition. Taylor reflects on touring, the joy of playing with friends, and the enduring value of music as a shared ritual.
“It's like a curated space of humanity. We need kindness. We need naive feelings. And I don't know. Just we need humanness.”
“We can only accomplish, like there's a lot of like emotional heavy lifting that you can't really do alone.”
“I don't know. It feels kind and maybe a little naive. It's okay.”
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