Buffalo Nichols joins us from Austin to discuss his debut solo self-titled album, just out on Fat Possum Records. While the record certainly showcases his masterful skills on the acoustic slide guitar, it is also a collection of great songwriting: soulful, emotional and often challenging lyrics sit atop the beautiful guitar work. Nichols talks about his musical journey, from a childhood spent teaching himself guitar licks by obsessing over his family’s records and songs on the radio, playing in a wide variety of bands as a hired gun guitarist, to losing and eventually finding his musical way as a solo performer and songwriter. We also discuss his feelings and intentions as a young black musician creating new music within the traditions of the American blues format.

Songs discussed in this episode (all contained on the “Buffalo Nichols” album):

“Another Man”, “Lost and Lonesome”, “How to Love”, “These Things”

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