The Connells | Shaped by Sound | Full Episode | PBS North Carolina

​@TheConnellsmusic break down how two brothers and a group of friends from Raleigh built one of North Carolina’s most enduring bands. From local gigs to their surprise overseas hit “’74–’75,” they share stories, studio memories and why music, songcraft and community matter. Song Performances Featured: 00:00 - Intro 00:33 - "Scotty's Lament" 05:37 - "Carry My Picture" 11:22 - "'74-'75" 17:28 - "Seven" 22:40 - "Over There" In the band: Guitar & Vocals - Mike Connell Bass - David Connell Vocals - Doug MacMillan Keyboards & Vocals - Steve Potak Guitar - Mike Ayers Drums - Chris Stephenson Trumpet - Mike Mole Shaped by Sound This PBS NC original series, which spotlights North Carolina’s thriving music scene, features artists from a broad range of genres, including indie rock, hip-hop, R&B, alt-country, jazz, bluegrass and folk. Each episode weaves a visually stunning live studio performance by an NC artist or band with an intimate conversation about their creative journey. Shaped By Sound is a co-production of PBS North Carolina and the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. The series is presented by Come Hear North Carolina. Subscribe to the PBS North Carolina channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MyPBSNC FOLLOW US Official Website: https://www.pbsnc.org/watch/shaped-by-sound/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MyPBSNC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyPBSNC Email Newsletter: https://www.pbsnc.org/signup Enjoy full episodes of your favorite PBS shows anytime, anywhere with the free PBS App: https://pbsnc.org/app/ This program is made possible by viewers like you! Support PBS North Carolina today: https://pbsnc.org/donate