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The String – Steve Earle and B.J. Barham

Posted on by Chris Jacobs

Two of the most exceptional and provocative songwriters of their respective generations take on America’s political divide and inject some radical empathy in the red/blue schism.

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Steve Earle addresses coal mining from the heart of a state that didn’t vote like he does in Ghosts of West Virginia. BJ Barham caps off 15 years of leading American Aquarium with the amazing Lamentations, which debuted atop the Billboard Americana chart. This is a timely and complimentary pair of conversations.

The BGS Life Weekly Roundup: Toasted Deities, Super Blood Moon Eclipse, Faux Shabby Chic and More

Posted on by Editor

We're not just into music here at the BGS. We want to paint an entire picture for you, knitting together the lifestyles, talents, and culture of this Americana quilt we love so dearly. That's why we've taken the time to scour the web and collect the best food, style, travel, and lifestyle pieces that are affecting hearts and minds in a positive way. Here are some of our favorite stories of the week below. Do you have any recommendations? Let us know in the comments!

Culture

Image c/o Oxford American

• An Oxford American writer considers her Confederate ancestor. 

• The art of the audiobook. 

Food

Photo c/o Saveur

• Saveur's fall food travel guide is here. 

• Finding the Pope in your toast really isn't all that weird. 

Style

Photo c/o Sploid

• Why have normal new furniture when you can have new furniture that you've intentionally made to look old? 

Nature

Photo c/o National Geographic

• Did you catch last night's Super Blood Moon Total Eclipse? Check out some amazing photos at National Geographic.