Browse: August 2007

After years of contributing to the success of numerous recording artists, urban storyteller extraordinaire Kenny White has finally set sail on a solo career. A master of commercial songwriting and a seasoned studio artist, it wasn't until his late 40s that White decided it was time to step forward from behind the scenes. And we're glad he did.

A natural storyteller, White has developed the ability to express heartaches, happiness and observations with guileless flare. It's refreshing and relatable songwriting because there's an honest maturity to his words. The New York native has something the youth-saturated radio lacks: experience.

Having worked with high-profile recording artists throughout his career (Shawn Colvin, Linda Ronstadt, Dwight Yoakam and Gladys Knight, just to name few), White was able to tap into his colleagues' support for his own musical endeavors. The result was two full-length albums, Uninvited Guest (2002) and his most recent effort, Symphony in 16 Bars (2005).

So, what took him so long to share his well-crafted tunes with the rest of us? We don't know, but it was worth the wait.

Tune into Plum on Saturday, September 1 at 10pm to watch the documentary on Kenny White featuring an exclusive interview and live performances. Get a peek at the trailer below.

Lynda Resnick is a part-time local and a marketing genius. She and her
husband, Stewart, own POM Wonderful, Fiji Water, and Teleflora, and it is
Lynda's undeniable marketing savviness that has helped to make them such
successful companies. Lynda also serves as a board member of The Aspen
Institute and chairs the Institute's Development Committee. Recently, the
Resnicks generously contribute two million dollars towards the renovation of
Paepcke Auditorium on the Institute campus. It is Lynda's inspiring business
sense and unbelievable philanthropic spirit that made us choose her as one
of our Plum 98.

What is Plum 98? It¹s a collection of 98 individuals (a nice, round number) who have etched a mark in the Aspen community with positive energy and vision. Be it in the realm of art, recreation or politics, we at Plum want to recognize these local stars for their encouragement and inspiration. To meet more Plum 98ers, click HERE.

Aspen wouldn’t be Aspen without Pitkin County sheriff Bob Braudis, who was elected to the position in 1986. Since that time, Braudis earned such a loyal following that Aspenites abolished sheriff term limits in order to keep him in office as long as he is willing. If you’ve ever seen or met Sheriff Bob, you know that Aspen has a true Wild West sheriff with a heart of gold, which is why he is one of our Plum 98.

What is Plum 98? It¹s a collection of 98 individuals (a nice, round number) who have etched a mark in the Aspen community with positive energy and vision. Be it in the realm of art, recreation or politics, we at Plum want to recognize these local stars for their encouragement and inspiration. To meet more Plum 98ers, click HERE.

After stopping by our morning show, Michael Eisner took more time out of his busy schedule to talk with host Sari Tuschman. This time, they talked not only about his CNBC show, Conversations with Michael Eisner, but also about his love for Aspen and his involvement with The Aspen Institute.

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