Episode 17

This week, Hey Elgin! welcomes a genuine local cultural powerhouse, Brian McKinney, to the studio. Brian is not only one half of the musical duo The Gypsy Drifters, but he is also the proud owner of the Elgin Chronicle and a key influencer behind the growing Elgin Music Festival. We dive into a conversation that covers all things musical—from the creative process of performing to the logistics of organizing a festival—and discuss the role of local media in our small, thriving town. Naturally, we can't let a musician and newspaper owner leave without discussing his classic rock influences and exploring some of the most enduring conspiracy theories out there.