Musicians raise money for relief efforts in western NC; Music Maker Foundation turns 30

Due South

Helene has impacted every aspect of life in western Carolina – including Asheville’s music scene. In the aftermath of the storm, musicians are using their craft to raise money and hope. WUNC music reporter Brian Burns shares the latest with co-host Leoneda Inge.

Music Maker Foundation is one of the many organizations working to raise funds for musicians impacted by Helene. This kind of work is not new to Music Maker -- they've been providing aid for American roots musicians for thirty years. The organization is celebrates its three decades of supporting artists and amplifying traditional American music with several events from October 10th-12th. Co-host Leoneda Inge talks with Music Maker co-founder and executive director Tim Duffy about the organization’s origins and its legacy.

Then, Leoneda sits down with two Music Maker musicians whose "sacred soul" music uplifts audiences in the pews at their church in Greenville, NC, as well as at performance venues across the country. Anthony “Amp” Daniels of the “Dedicated Men of Zion” and his daughter KeAmber Daniels of “Faith and Harmony” share the joys of singing with their children, parents, and cousins.