Philip Bowen Brings His A-Game To The Premiere Of America's Got Talent
I had the pleasure of discovering the sensational talent that is Philip Bowen. As I delved into his music, I was mesmerized by his unique approach to the fiddle. His music transcends mere entertainment, transporting listeners to another world with every note he plays.
“I’ve been playing the fiddle since I was like four,” said Bowen. “I used to go to Vandalia gathering every year, and my dad would walk me up to musicians and I would just start playing with everybody.”
One thing that stands out about Bowen is his ability to hear music in a way that's different from most people. Experts call it synesthesia, and it's the key to his unique sound. When you watch him perform, you can tell that every note comes straight from his soul. His music is not just an auditory experience but a visual and emotional one too.
“The reason I close my eyes so much is because I experience it very visually, almost like colors. If you’re trying to recreate a painting layer by layer, like there’s some red, there’s some colorful things at the top that are like the melody, those are maybe bright things to me. I try to have a conversation with the song.”
Bowen's connection to his roots in Appalachia shines through in every performance. You can hear the mountains in his fiddle and feel the spirit of the region in every note. His passion for the genre is infectious, and it's clear that his heart belongs to the traditional sound of fiddle music.
I was thrilled to hear that Bowen is taking his skills to America's Got Talent. It's high time the world experiences his incredible talent on a grand stage. His fans, old and new, will eagerly tune in on Tuesday at 8 PM EST on NBC to witness what will surely be an unforgettable performance.
“I went for it this year, and I got invited to go out to Pasadena, California to film it,” said Bowen. “I was out there for a week doing filming, and the audition, which is what you’ll see on TV, the audition in front of the judges.”
“It was a really cool experience,” said Bowen.
“I wanted to do something maybe a little bit unexpected, so when you see this 100-year-old wooden fiddle and somebody coming up from West Virginia, you may have a certain expectation about what you’re about to experience. My goal with the audition was to show them something they hadn’t seen before in a way they hadn’t seen before.”
In addition to his upcoming performance, Bowen's new single "Old Kanawha" featuring fellow West Virginia native Charles Wesley Godwin will be available for streaming on June 2, 2023. Fans can't wait to hear what Bowen has in store for them, and I'm certain he won't disappoint.
Bowen's rise to stardom is a testament to his hard work and dedication to his craft. From collaborating with some of the biggest names in music to performing at The Bluebird Café, he's earned every accolade he's received. There's no doubt in my mind that Philip Bowen will continue to dazzle audiences with his incredible talent and innovative approach to fiddle music.
Being a proud West Virginian, I am thrilled to have Philip representing our state, and I'm excited to see where his journey takes him.
“West Virginia is still a big part of my life, I’m here all the time, most of my family is still here. To me, it’s a special place that can often be misunderstood.”
AMERICA'S GOT TALENT CONTESTANT, SOCIAL MEDIA SENSATION, AND AMERICANAFEST 2023 OFFICIAL SHOWCASE ARTIST. PHILIP BOWEN ANNOUNCES DEBUT ALBUM, Old Kanawha, featuring collabs with Charles Wesley Godwin and Josiah and the Bonnevilles, OUT AUGUST 18TH!
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