Tyler Childers is opening up about the healing power of music in a rare interview with the Newport Folk Festival's "Sea to Shining Sea" series. The Eastern Kentucky singer-songwriter, known for keeping public appearances limited, discussed his songwriting philosophy, his admiration for John Prine, and the legacy of his 2020 protest album, Long Violent History. Recalling that connection, Childers offered a window into what drives him as a songwriter. The conversation also touched on Long Violent History, the 2020 album Childers released amid nationwide protests over racism and police violence. Live performance remains central to that mission, Childers said, as he pushes back against a music industry increasingly built around viral clips and short-form trends.