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An Inspiring Past, Present, and Future: Dom Frucella
Music has a way of bringing the past into the present. Memories receive new life through thoughtful lyrics and well-composed chords. Dom Frucella skillfully uses both to give us “Sweet Margaret Ann,” a tearfully sensitive ballad in memory of his grandmother. In this episode of Eighty Unplugged, AD “Eighty” Cuffee and Dom talk about the timelessness of music and how the heart and soul of experiences shape past and future songwriting.
The Journey, Inspiration, and Pursuit of Music: An Eighty Unplugged Panel Interview
The journey of lyricists, poets, and songwriters is rooted in the pursuit of how music can shape perspectives and inspire community. In this special episode of Eighty Unplugged, AD “Eighty” Cuffee sat down with three songwriters to explore these concepts on a practical level. We’re happy to welcome Jeremy Gross, Jimmy Mowery, and Walkney as the familiar favorites making up the first ever songwriting discussion panel.
Empathy, Community, and the Love of Humanity: Augustine
With an acoustic rendition of “She’s Only Sleeping When it’s Raining,” Augustine handles the difficult topic of depression with grace and empathy in this episode of Eighty Unplugged. He delves into what makes this song so meaningful to his listeners, and why he’s excited to share new music with his community.
Collecting and Reflecting: The Alyssa Malvoisin Interview
Alyssa Malvoisin crafts a realistic yet emotionally impactful scenario in her song, “Sober.” The 21-year-old Tyrone, PA native is already moving audiences with her soulful vocal tone and honest stage presence. In this episode of Eighty Unplugged, Alyssa breaks down the song lyrics and describes her songwriting process in an exclusive interview.
Why I Wrote: A New Series
Eighty Unplugged debuts a new series: “Why I Wrote…”. This series provides authors with an opportunity to reflect on the inspirations and experiences that influenced their work.
Love, Pain, and Closure: The Walkney Interview
Our latest guest, Walkney, is a seasoned musician who is passionate about his craft. Gritty, soulful, and honest, he chose to premier an acoustic version of his upcoming single, Emotion. Join us as he breaks down the lyrics and gives us some songwriting insight.
Love’s Not Enough: My Song About Love, Compromise & Sacrifice
Love’s Not Enough” is a song I wrote during a turning point in my relationship—when infatuation faded and real partnership began. In this episode of Eighty Unplugged, I break down the meaning behind the lyrics and explore how love, compromise, and sacrifice shape long‑term relationships. This blog dives deeper into the story behind the song, the live audience’s interpretations, and the lessons I learned about growing with someone rather than staying the same.