I had a hell of a lot of fun talking with Brad King (who hates poetry) about both these strange times we’re living in, and the challenges of putting out a big project during them. It was some tequila to nip at, and a conversation that absolutely breezed by — always a good sign. I hardly remember what I said, but I do know we touched on growing up in rural spots all over New Mexico, college, and how I found my way to writing then spent some time on the A DEEP & GORGEOUS THIRST - UNABRIDGED AUDIO project. Brad is a long-time lit-lover, and supporter of writers of every stripe, so after listening to our chat, enjoy delving
deeper into the archives HERE.
And here’s the trailer again, for those looking for the broad strokes on the new audio project!
Man in the Gutter Interview - justin.barrett
Drunk Poem Animation #4 by Mattia Adorni, Narrated By Willy Vlautin
Leaving the Frontier Restaurant after our interview, Willy Vlautin graciously agreed to record a couple poems for my drunken opus. Yes, writer, musician, and an all-around solid human being — Vlautin reads the last of our animated drunk poems, one about waking to all the dumb joy and redemption following a night gone sideways with booze.
Once again, Mattia Adorni dreamed up another gorgeous piece filled with humor and charm.
*Spoiler Alert: Full Frontal Nudity!
A DEEP & GORGEOUS THIRST - UNABRIDGED AUDIO is available on May 24th, 2020.