The Connells Interview | The Band's North Carolina Roots & Musical History | Shaped by Sound

Mike Connell and Doug MacMillan of The Connells reflect on forming a band in Chapel Hill and Raleigh during the early 1980s. They discuss songwriting, brotherhood and how North Carolina’s music scene shaped their band’s identity and longevity. Hosted by PBS NC’s James Mieczkowski. From the podcast: 00:00 – The Connells’ Early Days in Raleigh & the Triangle Music Scene 04:41 - The Connells Move to Raleigh & Find Their Sound 06:11 - "Boylan Heights" and Writing Songs About Home 21:13 - The Connells' Breakthrough & Sudden International Success 23:13 - Being Popular in the UK: Europe vs. the U.S. 48:00 - Why The Connells Stayed in North Carolina 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

Added 3 Jul 2026