Songs and Stories

In episode 3 of Songs & Stories, singer extraordinaire Amanda Carr www.amandacarr.com joins Candy O'Terry as the cameras continue to roll in her living room, preserving in-depth conversations and memorable stories. As the two longtime friends settle in for a chat, they discuss the art of using your voice to sing different kinds of songs, including the James Taylor lullaby "You Can Close Your Eyes" their collaboration on the Bette Midler classic, The Rose and the song Candy channeled during her breast cancer treatments called JESUS. Written by Lou Reed and originally performed by Velvet Underground, Candy heard a version of the song recorded by Glen Campell, and Amanda agreed to add her personal touch to the track. Working alongside Candy's producer, Crit Harmon, the song took on a new shape, thanks to what Amanda calls "harmonic spiritual texture." The story behind Candy's next release is a collaboration that might surprise her fans as Boston rocker Bill Bracken adds leather to Candy's lace on the Nashville Cast track A Life That's Good. An accomplished musician, recording artist and live performer who has toured worldwide, Amanda shares the heartbreaking story of her fiance's death in the tragic airplane crash 35 years ago that killed Reba McEntire's band. A deep friendship is on display in this episode. Just pull up a chair and settle in.

Rockstar Charlie Farren www.charliefarren.com settles into Candy's living room to talk about his career with The Joe Perry Project and Farrenheit, his decision to leave the rockstar life behind and shift into "Dad mode", his 20+ year rise to Global Alliance Manager at Hewlett-Packard, and his star-studded solo career as "America's Special Guest" for legendary rock bands including REO Speedwagon, Three Dog Night, Cheap Trick, John Fogerty and ZZ Top.

Reminiscing about their 2009 duet "You Are The Only One" Candy and Charlie talk about reuniting on a new version of Dan Fogelberg's "Longer."

Perhaps the most poignant part of this interview happens toward the end when Candy shares something her father told her: "You know, Candace, they are not going to write she was a great radio girl on your grave." It's at that point that Candy asks Charlie if he has any regrets about his own career decisions.

Says Charlie "I wouldn't change a thing. My wife and I have 3 kids, 7 grandchildren and a puppy. Life is good."

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What happens when two longtime friends and legendary Boston broadcasters sit down in a living room with the cameras rolling?

In the premiere episode of Songs & Stories with Candy O’Terry, legendary Boston arts and entertainment critic and multiple Emmy Award winner Joyce Kulhawik joyceschoices.com joins her longtime friend, radio Hall of Famer and recording artist Candy O, for a revealing conversation about life, music, gratitude, and the moments that change everything.

From climbing the ladder in broadcasting to their unforgettable days judging the iconic Community Auditions talent show, Joyce uses her interview chops to dig into the highs and lows of Candy’s life. In this episode, Candy shares the terrifying story of her daughter Colleen’s near fatal car accident, the meaning behind some of the 18 songs she has recorded, and the remarkable World War II helmet that saved her father’s life.

With four cancer diagnoses between them, these two women understand how precious life is. This conversation is filled with laughter, hard-earned wisdom, and gratitude for the people and experiences that have shaped their lives.

And woven through it all is the influence of Candy’s father, whose unwavering belief in his daughter helped her find the courage to believe in herself.

It’s the kind of conversation only old friends can have.

Pull up a chair and settle in. The best stories are worth sharing,

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