In this episode of MFM Speaks Out, Dawoud Kringle interviews Austin TX based guitarist, singer, songwriter & producer Jackie Venson. The topics discussed include Venson’s beginnings, her stylistic development, her approach to music video, her business model, her experiences as a professional musician during the COVID-19 pandemic, and racism & sexism in the music business.
In this episode of the MFM Speaks Out, Dawoud Kringle interviews Austin TX based guitarist, singer, songwriter, & producer Jackie Venson. Venson began as a classically trained pianist and student at the Berkeley School of Music. Eventually, she took up the guitar, and developed her approach to her multi-style music with blues as a foundation. In addition to several self-produced recordings and extensive experience touring and performing, Venson also has a prolific output of music videos. Her business model makes extensive use of internet based resources, and has taken an innovative way of surviving and prospering as a professional musician during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Visit Jackie at https://jackievenson.com/
The following music featured in this episode is provided courtesy of Jackie Venson. All tracks are from her newest release "Joy."
Opening track: "Joy," by Jackie Venson.
Middle track: "Rollin' and Tumblin'" by Jackie Venson.
Ending track: "Witchcraft" by Jackie Venson.