The everyday magic of Valerie June

The acclaimed singer-songwriter sees magic everywhere. Even in apple juice.

Valerie June performs in 2014.
(Image credit: AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)

Growing up in Humboldt, Tennessee, singer-songwriter Valerie June was surrounded by voices.

June's family attended the Church of Christ, a denomination whose churches highlight worship through song. But some, like June's, forbid instruments. So the music is all acapella.

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Erin Lyndal Martin

Erin Lyndal Martin is a music journalist, poet, and visual artist. Her music journalism has appeared in Salon, No Depression, bandcamp, The Rumpus, PopMatters, Drowned in Sound, She Shreds, and elsewhere.