In this episode of the Biscuits and Jam Podcast, Southern Living’s Sid Evans talks to Ricky McKinnie, member and manager of the Blind Boys of Alabama—the longest running musical group in American music—about their new book ‘Spirit of the Century: Our Own Story’ and new album ‘Echoes of the South.’ Born and raised in Atlanta, Ricky began his musical career in the church, and despite losing his eyesight at 20 he never lost his vision. They discuss all the reasons why the Blind Boys have endured for so long, their hit version of “Amazing Grace,” and what he’s learned over decades as a blind musician.
00:00 Introduction
1:45 Ricky’s Connection to the Group
3:50 Growing Up in Atlanta
13:20 How to Relate to the Audience
20:33 Managing the Band
31:00 Their Amazing Version of ‘Amazing Grace’
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The Blind Boys’ Ricky McKinnie Beat the Odds to Make Music | Biscuits & Jam | Season 5 | Episode 21
