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Keep to the Trail: Interview with KS Folk Artists Jenna Rae & Martin Ferrell, Jr. of Lost Cowgirl Records

Good Boy Roy supports his roommates, Martin Farrell, Jr. & Jenna Rae.
Photo Credit: Jenna & Martin (Facebook)
Good Boy Roy supports his roommates, Martin Farrell, Jr. & Jenna Rae.

A focus on regional folk music has always been a priority on High Plains Morning, and thankfully there are a host of young, emerging voices cropping up across the rural High Plains. Today, our high-school intern, Phoo Phae Sone, caught up with two of them: Jenna Rae & Martin Farrell, Jr. They perform as the folk duo, Jenna & Martin, but they also have their own solo work. Plus, a couple of years ago, they converted a tornado shelter into a recording studio at their home in Stull, Kansas:Lost Cowgirl Records. Hear the full interview on the link provided. Learn more about the artists on their websiteand Facebook.

Phoo Phae Sone joined High Plains Public Radio in October 2020 through the PRO Internship Program in Amarillo. A senior at Palo Duro High School, her passion for writing is what brought her to the station. She hopes to focus on developing her skills in journalism, cultural coverage, and artist interviews. She particularly excited to research stories for HPPR’s Music Department, including coverage of regional bands, events, and new releases. Phoo Phae has been active in her school's band for years as a drum major, and she also plays clarinet. In her spare time, she enjoys writing poems and reading. Phoo Phae plans to graduate May 2021, at which time she will pursue a four-year degree in Creative Writing.
Jenny Inzerillo joined HPPR in 2015 as the host of High Plains Morning, our live music program that airs weekdays at 9 am to noon CST. Broadcasting from KJJP in beautiful downtown Amarillo, she helps listeners wake up with inspired music from our region and beyond. Tune in for new voices in folk/Americana, deep cuts from your favorite artists, soulful tracks from singer/songwriters across the world, and toe-tapping classics dating as far back as the 1920s. Plus, discover underground greats that just might be your new favorite band.