How Long Gone

850 - Lucy Dacus

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Sep 29, 2025
Lucy Dacus, a talented singer-songwriter and member of Boygenius from Richmond, VA, dives into her Southern Baptist upbringing and its influence on her music. She shares funny anecdotes about church youth group dramas and her evolving views on faith. Lucy also reveals the joys of living in LA, discussing favorite foods and local spots. She reflects on her experience performing live, including singing with The Killers and her admiration for Bad Bunny's Tiny Desk Concert. With humor and insight, Lucy explores her life as an artist on the road.
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ANECDOTE

High-Drama Youth Group Confessions

  • Lucy recounts youth-group sex seminars and public confessions that pressured teens.
  • She recalls a pregnant speaker who scared girls into confessing sexual sins during meetings.
INSIGHT

Lineup Diversity By Design

  • Lucy explains festivals can intentionally program diverse, female-heavy lineups.
  • She references groups that audit bookings to push promoters toward inclusion.
ADVICE

Support Land-Back Projects

  • Lucy recommends returning land to indigenous stewards when possible.
  • She suggests funding land-back projects and trusting local indigenous leadership.
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