Chuck Luck

Our guest is Lubbock City Manager Jarrett Atkinson.Jarret shares his experiences in West Texas and how his love for the region led him to becoming a public servant. He talks about what it’s like to manage a city’s operations and his approach to leading city staff.

Our guest is singer songwriter, Darby Sparkman. We’ll trace Darby’s musical journey from her home in Quannah Texas, to her music education at South Plains College.Plus Darby's songwriting nights at The Blue Light and her musical projects with her Grammy Winning Producer and husband Adam Odor.

Melissa shares her experiences in leading community wide initiatives. She discusses what it took to organize farmers for the successful state mandated boll-weevil eradication initiative, having the perseverance to lead the effort for allowing liquor sales in Lubbock despite threats to her life, and fundraising to create the city’s premier performance venue, the Buddy Holly Hall for the Performing Arts and Sciences.

Our guest is singer, songwriter, award winning guitarist and music educator Dustin Garrett. We’ll follow Dustin’s remarkable career from his childhood performances at the Cactus Theater to his work with Rick Trevino and his current position as Director of Entertainment and Music Technology Program at New Mexico Junior College.

Dr. Michelle McCord Superintendent of Frenship ISDDr. McCord discusses discovering her passion for childhood development and how that led opportunities for pursuing positions of leadership in education. She shares about the joys and challenges of managing a rapidly growing school district and the decision making that goes into building new schools.

Our guest is singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and music educator, Jerry Serrano. Growing up in Plainview, Jerry perfected his musical talents at Texas Tech University and has become a favorite West Texas entertainer. He has been honored by the Hispanic community, is a promoter of songwriters and is currently music instructor at South Plains College.

Steve Newsom shares his journey to becoming an award-winning winemaker and vineyard owner. He discusses the challenges and rewards of growing grapes on the High Plains and how he determines a quality wine.

On this week’s episode of More Than a Song, our guest is Haydon Wiginton. Haydon is a slot receiver for the Texas Tech Red Raiders and a singer/songwriter. He grew up in a football family with both his dad and grandad being coaches. A gifted athlete, Haydon also discovered he has a talent for singing, playing guitar and writing songs . He currently balances his busy life as a college athlete and a popular country singer/songwriter.

Lubbock Police Chief Mitchell discusses his formative experiences in the US military that led him to a career in civilian law enforcement. He talks about the experience of working in different cities, community policing, and his approach to leading a police force.

On this week’s episode of More Than a Song, our guest is the ever popular Lubbock music entertainer, Joy Harris. Joy shares her unique story of growing up singing and playing in her father and grandfathers’ churches, honing her music skills.While at Texas Tech she became a well respected bass player and vocalist. Joy is very much an integral part of the Lubbock Music events such as the Lubbock Centennial Celebration, the Buffalo Grass Fest and more.