By: Kathy Forste, Music Director

KC Cafe Radio Performing Artist and Singer/Songwriter Mick Byrd recently released his seventh album, "Around."  Unlike his previous albums that focus on more of an Americana Blues style, Byrd lets his hair down, so-to-speak, and gives these tunes a little more of a rock-and-roll edge to them.

"I'm really proud of this album," Byrd said in an interview with me recently.  "I've been wanting to do an album like this for awhile.  The folks I've been lucky enough to herd up and get to the studio with me are all outstanding musicians, and this particular body of songs lend themselves to that."

Mick Byrd hails from Vienna, Missouri, a small town located along the northern edge of the Missouri Ozarks.  His thoughtful songwriting and warm vocals are an excellent representation of the this region.  He calls his music "Americana Roots," because he says “That gives me the freedom to do what I enjoy and what I hope the listeners will enjoy.”

With his latest Album, Byrd hopes that listeners can appreciate the common thread that weaves his past recordings throughout this latest one.  "There's a little more meat in it this time." he said.

Recently on his way through Kansas City, Byrd took some time to visit my home for an interview, and to record a few exclusive tracks for KC Cafe Radio.  he talks about his new album, how his music has been influenced by his life experiences, and the message he hopes his music conveys.

Listen To The Interview Here:

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