Welcome to another episode of Biscuits and Jam from Southern Living.

I'm Sid Evans, editor-in-chief of Southern Living magazine.

We've recorded these episodes as we've all sheltered at home,

and between passionate conversations

about Southern food, you'll also hear honest takes about how these cultural icons have

been dealing with the pandemic.

Over the last 45 years, my guest today has bridged the gap between blues, folk, and

country.

And though born and raised in Indiana,

he found his musical calling in Nashville at just 18 years old. It was 300 miles south of

Indianapolis. But my impression was it might as well have been Mars. People spoke different.

They dressed different. They laughed different.

There was some openness about it that I hadn't experienced.

Since his debut album in 1974, John Hyatt has received nine Grammy nominations

and a Lifetime Achievement Award for Songwriting from the Americana Music Association.

His most recent release,

2018's The Eclipse Sessions,

marks the 25th album of his long and acclaimed career.

On today's show,

you'll hear his thoughts on having his work covered by legends like Bob Dylan,

Emmy Lou Harris, and Buddy Guy.

They almost always feel at least, gee, you liked that song?

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