"In The Mix" connects musicians and CofC students to Industry Leaders with intimate conversations about Success and Experience in the Music Industry.
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As part of a new music series called "In The Mix", the Arts Management program at the College of Charleston brought Darius Rucker and Cary Ann Hearst (Shovels & Rope) in to talk about songwriting, their methods, how they find inspiration, what they like to write about, what it's like to be a part of co-writing sessions in Nasheville, and how their careers have changed over the years with the evolution of technology. Hosted by Mark Bryan of Hootie & the Blowfish, we had the pleasure of hearing Darius & Cary Ann both perform a song.  Here is a clip of Darius singing his first hit single as a country artist, "Don't Think I Don't Think About It".

Recently, Coast Record's own Tom Mackell teamed up with our good friend Mark Bryan (of Hootie & the Blowfish) and together they wrote a captivating song called "Honestly".  After Tom played this song for me the first time, I insisted we record it right away.  Once Tom's parts were down, Mark came over to lend his talents on mandolin to the recording.  While this is just a demo, I think the rawness of the recording adds to the character and authenticity of the song.  By the way, this one's a free download.  Enjoy!

Vocals & Guitar by Tom Mackell
Mandolin by Mark Bryan
Lyrics by Tom Mackell & Mark Bryan
Recorded & Mixed by Matt Zutell
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