About this episode
As we've noted here before , Durham-based songwriter al Riggs keeps very busy. Their new album is called I Got a Big Electric Fan to Keep Me Cool While I Sleep . Though they bounce around genre-wise, this LP is rooted in country rock traditions and it features contributions from cosmic pedal steel guitarist Chuck Johnson , Patrick Haggerty of Lavender Country , and others. Riggs joined us for a discursive chat, exploring their relationship with country music and, of course, Robert Altman's failed cult film Popeye . Remember to rate and review Transmissions, send to folks who might find it interesting, and check us out on Patreon to support our cultural reportage, podcasts, radio programs, and more.