Swinney, Cary 2013-11-19
This interview features musician Cary Swinney. Swinney discusses growing up in O’Donnell, Texas, and later moving to Perryton, Texas. Swinney talks about his close relationship with his parents and how this has shaped his life. Moreover, Swinney discusses his music career in terms of performing, recording, and writing songs.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Cary Swinney
Additional Parties Recorded:
Date: November 19, 2013
Location: Lubbock, Texas
Interviewer: Andy Wilkinson
Length: 01:42:00
Abstract
Background, Family Information; Growing up in O’Donnell, Texas; Moving to Perryton; Starting with music; Special status of west Texas music; “P.H.S Sucks”; College; Self-employment; Career Path; Smoking marijuana; Wife and friendships with other musicians; Writing and recording music; Bird watching; Injury; Next projects
Access Information
Original Recording Format: born digital audio
Recording Format Notes: access copy available in reading room
Transcript: transcript available https://hdl.handle.net/10605/376442
Related Interview: Wilkinson, Andy 2013-11-19
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