Back to Show
American Anthems
Kate York and Ruston Kelly Writing "What You're Here For"
Singer/songwriters Ruston Kelly and Kate York sit down to write a powerful song. The two discuss their reasoning behind key lyrics and even how certain chord progressions relate back to, and are inspired by, Melissa Smith and Backlight Productions.
Support Provided By
Unlock with PBS Passport
22:55
Singer Ruston Kelly writes an anthem to remind us of the good we can do for humanity.
Unlock with PBS Passport
22:55
Cam surprises the Black Book Project founder with an anthem urging us to act now.
Unlock with PBS Passport
22:55
Lindsay Ell and Kristian Bush craft a song for a woman helping sexual assault survivors.
Unlock with PBS Passport
22:55
The War and Treaty creates an unforgettable ballad for a veteran saving military K-9s.
Unlock with PBS Passport
22:55
Lee Brice creates a guitar jam for a "hope dealer."
22:55
Jennifer Nettles surprises a cancer foundation founder with an anthem about his life.