<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2JM1wg_1FMSGeBf00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2JM1wg_1FMSGeBf00" width="1760" height="1760" ></figure>Musician Eugene Edwards reflects on growing up in Yuma, Arizona, where isolation, desert life, and a deep love of music shaped his path. From teaching himself guitar to touring with major artists, he shares how small-town roots can lead to a global career.In this episode of Voices del Valle, Eugene Edwards shares his journey from a quiet, guitar-obsessed kid in Yuma, Arizona to a professional musician performing on major stages. Growing up in a desert town with limited access to culture but plenty of time to focus, Eugene found inspiration through records, MTV, and an early Bruce Springsteen concert that changed everything. His story highlights how isolation can become an advantage when paired with passion and discipline.Eugene also reflects on the realities of life as a working musician — from playing in bar bands while underage to eventually touring with Dwight Yoakam — and the importance of saying yes to opportunities along the way. Alongside humor and memorable stories, he offers thoughtful insight on identity, ambition, and how growing up near the U.S.-Mexico border shaped his worldview.____________________________________________________________________________CREDITSEpisode 203: You’re From Where? Featuring Eugene EdwardsHosted by: Edison Carmago, Athena Merino, and Axel Cardenas-FelixEdited and produced by: Ernesto Gomez Camacho and Dr.Thomas TackeEpisode Music by: Eugene EdwardsCredits Music by: Emmanuel TwilleyTechnical and operational support provided by KPBS Technical Producer / Sound Designer, Adrian Villalobos, KPBS Audio Operations Assistant Rebecca Chacon, and KPBS Director of Audio Programming and Operations Lisa Jane Morrisette.This programming is partially made possible in part by the KPBS Explore Content Fund.</div></body>

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Musician Eugene Edwards reflects on growing up in Yuma, Arizona, where isolation, desert life, and a deep love of music shaped his path. From teaching himself guitar to touring with major artists, he shares how small-town roots can lead to a global career. In this episode of Voices del Valle,...

You’re From Where? Featuring Eugene Edwards

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Musician Eugene Edwards reflects on growing up in Yuma, Arizona, where isolation, desert life, and a deep love of music shaped his path. From teaching hims

You’re From Where? Featuring Eugene Edwards

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