HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — Gena has lived in Alabama for 25 years and has always relied on music to broaden her horizons.
Her first concert was The Osmond Brothers in the 1970s, thanks to her mom. The first concert ticket she bought was to see John Mellencamp at UNA in the 1980s.
She says her musical taste has evolved along with her humanity, and she is grateful for that. You can catch Gena in the upcoming Bank Street Players production of To Kill a Mockingbird on May 1 and 2 at the Princess Theatre in Decatur.
She chatted with us about What’s Spinning?
Name of record/artist?
Gena: Sting/Ten Summoners’ Tales
What emotion does this record invoke for you?
Gena: A little melancholy, it came out during a rough transition in my life. I love it because it always lifts my spirits.
What is your favorite instrumental part of this album?
Gena: The opening of Heavy Cloud No Rain.
Does this record bring back any memories for you?
Gena: So many! Post college, feeling so grown up but also so young. I knew my whole life was in front of me but I had no plan. I was living in the moment and having a blast.
What are the highlight tracks?
Gena: Fields of Gold is my favorite track. It’s like a massage for my brain. Everything slows down when I listen to it.
Describe the album artwork.
Gena: Sting in profile with his horse. It’s simple and a little silly.
RAPID WORD ASSOCIATION – What is the FIRST word that comes to your head?
Gena: Bulbous
Why should WE listen to this record?
Gena: It’s the epitome of easy listening in the best possible way.
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