KTWH Featured Focus Artists -Gene LaFond & Amy Grillo
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Gene and Amy have been writing and performing together since 2012, This Amazing acoustic duo performs original songs as well as unique renditions of some of their favorite artists. Gene LaFond has been writing and performing for over 50 years. He has opened for Bob Dylan and has performed original songs twice, Gene has played numerous venues throughout the years in the Twin Cities as well as a dozen or more times with renowned violinist Scarlet Rivera. Gene has also performed and traveled with legendary folk musician Ramblin Jack Elliott. Amy Grillo began singing around the campfires and in the bars and music venues of Minnesota’s Iron Range. she has a keen ear for harmony and is an amazing story teller! Her songs have a unique, earthy and relatable feel. Her sweet harmonies and lyrical talent are a perfect compliment to Gene’s vocal and guitar picking style.
This session was recorded in Silver Bay Minnesota for KTWH-LP 99.5 FM by Kim and Jose Leon, Two Harbors Media. Music recording engineered by Jerry Lavigne. Thanks to David, Lisa, and Phil Huston for some wonderful conversation, and valet service!
And thanks to Gene and Amy, it was a blast to be able to record this wonderful session for KTWH-LP 99.5 FM and get to know you.
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