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Cantor Melanie Blatt Schuster interviews Joe Buchanan
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Joe Buchanan sat down with Cantor Melanie Blatt Schuster for a deep‑dive into his brand‑new album Heaven and Earth—15 tracks of original Jewish country music straight from the heart.
They talked about the stories behind the songs (including the super‑personal “My Beloved” and “Goodnight My Love”), Joe’s creative process, and how he and his wife April shape every detail—down to panning sound effects in the direction Hebrew is read.
Joe also shared what he’s looking forward to most about his May 4th concert at Beth El, performing with Shir Hadash, and spending time with Cantor’s family while he’s in town.
