State of Amorica: A Black Crowes Podcast

Episode 117: Bruce Kaphan (Pedal Steel with TBC: 1993-1996)

State of Amorica: A Black Crowes Podcast

Show Notes

Welcome back to another all-new episode of the State of Amorica podcast! This week, David and Ian sit down with multi-instrumentalist Bruce Kaphan, who played on The Crowes' iconic track "Wiser Time" and throughout the Three Snakes and One Charm album! Bruce has had a storied career and we were lucky enough to sit down a chat with him about it. Check it out!

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