Authenticity in Song: Teresa Tudury & Johnny Schaefer on Music, Healing & Humanity
Award-winning singer-songwriters Teresa Tudury and Johnny Schaefer discuss the power of music, authenticity in artistry, their new music.
Big Blend Radio · Lisa D. Smith
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Show Notes
This episode of Big Blend Radio features award-winning singer-songwriter Teresa Tudury, celebrating the release of her powerful new album "Perhaps You’ve Heard of Me," and Johnny Schaefer, singer-songwriter and podcast cohost. Recorded in Clarksdale, Mississippi, Teresa’s album is raw, soulful, and deeply authentic — featuring Charlie Musselwhite on harmonica and Rickie Lee Jones on vocals.
Teresa and Johnny discuss the power of music, authenticity in artistry, the journey of creating and sharing songs, and how intimate performances and collaborations shape an artist’s life. Expect stories about resilience, humor, and the healing role music plays during hard times.
Songs featured in this episode: Teresa’s “All These Horrible People” and “Cowgirls” (featuring Rickie Lee Jones).
Keep up with Teresa:
- https://www.teresatudurymusic.com/
- https://www.facebook.com/TeresaTuduryMusic/
Keep up with Johnny:
- Hear Johnny’s new single "Find a Place": https://youtu.be/4OsJMo-sK_o?feature=shared
⏱ Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Music and Guests
04:39 Teresa's New Album and Recording Journey
10:15 The Power of Music and Connection
14:54 Authenticity in Music and the Role of Artists
19:59 The Importance of Art in Difficult Times
25:11 Teresa's Musical Journey and Influences
30:00 The Evolution of Music Venues
35:09 The Role of Humor in Music
39:50 The Reality of Being a Musician
45:30 Closing Thoughts and Future Endeavors
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