Podcast 304: Kevin Breit

On his latest release, 'I Love You,' Kevin Breit does something
truly monumental: 30 covers of his favorite songs performed
entirely on vintage, mandolin family instruments. Performing all
the parts, Breit himself becomes a one-man-band mandolin
orchestra, while a different guest vocalist appears on each tune.


It's just the latest brilliant idea to come from the Canadian
singer-songwriter, guitarist and mandolin player. Over the years,
Breit has backed the likes of Norah Jones, Rosanne Cash,
Cassandra Wilson and Hugh Laurie. He's also released some truly
high concept solo albums and 2019's 'Stella Bella Strada,' where
he showcased his latest custom guitar from builder Joe
Yanuziello.


During this week's podcast, we talk to Breit about his love for
the mandolin, hear about the cool-looking pickups that inspired
the 'Stella Bella Strada' album and much more.


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This episode is sponsored by Mono Cases.


Links referenced:


Kevin Breit's 'I Love You' (Bandcamp)


David Gillis' 'Cooing With the Doves'


Kevin Breit on the Music Makers & Soul Shakers Podcast