Jefferson Hamer – Songs, Stories and the Folk Tradition

In this episode of Like a Pearl, Daphne Roubini welcomes Brooklyn-based guitarist, singer and songwriter Jefferson Hamer, whose work draws on the rich traditions of folk music, storytelling and song. Jefferson is perhaps best known for his award-winning collaboration with Anaïs Mitchell, Child Ballads, a beautiful collection of traditional English and Scottish ballads reimagined for contemporary listeners. He is also one half of the folk duo The Murphy Beds, alongside Eamon O’Leary, and has performed with Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Sarah Jarosz. Recorded during a time when the world slowed down, this conversation has been quietly waiting in the wings for its moment to be shared. Listening back, Daphne reflects on her own songwriting aspirations at the time, and how she went on to travel to New York, where she co-wrote songs that would become part of Black Gardenia's latest album, Whisky Scented Kisses. It's a lovely reminder of how creative journeys unfold, often in ways we can't yet imagine. Join Daphne and Jefferson for a conversation about music, creativity and the enduring calling of the song. Learn more: Jefferson Hamer: https://www.jeffersonhamer.com Like a Pearl: https://www.daphneroubini.ca/podcast Credits Host & Producer: Daphne Roubini Original Artwork: Rich Katynski Sound Engineering & Editing: Sheldon Zaharko Theme Music: Instrumental version of “There’s Always Tomorrow” by Daphne Roubini & Black Gardenia, from Whisky Scented Kisses on Cellar Live.