The episode began with a discussion between Gregg and Karim about their upcoming concert plans, expressing excitement for the various shows they have lined up. The duo then welcomed to the show Shawn Clarke. They engaged in a lively discussion about their favorite movies and music, with a focus on influential soundtracks and composers. Shawn Clarke delved into the musical influences that shaped his interest in acoustic music and guitar playing, citing artists such as Led Zeppelin, Radiohead, Dave Matthews Band, and Bob Dylan.

They also shared their experiences with music during the pandemic, with Shawn Clarke and Gregg Tilston expressing their mutual appreciation for Britney Spears' "Toxic" and discussing the characteristics of a great pop song. During the discussion, Shawn Clarke shared the origin of the album title "Softer Scissors," revealing that it came from an auditory hallucination and a recording process using an eight-track cassette recorder. He also performed "Tall Trees" live, offering a personal and emotive rendition that captures the depth of his songwriting.

Visit Shawn's website here: https://www.shawnwilliamclarke.com/

Visit Shawn's Bandcamp here: https://shawnclarke.bandcamp.com/

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