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Bringin' it Backwards

Adam & Tera Lisickywww.bringinitbackwards.com
Bringin' It Backwards: podcast – giving driven musicians the invaluable insight they need to succeed in the music industry, by revealing how legendary musicians achieved stardom.

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Episodes

Interview with Ashlee Keating

We had the pleasure of interviewing Ashlee Keating over Zoom video! Ashlee Keating is ready to take the pop music scene by storm with her new single “SAUCY” and forthcoming EP. The hot new single has quickly become an anthem for both female-empowerment and the LGBTQ+ community. The track was created by the top-tier team of producers Tommy Brown (who works closely with Ariana Grande), YNG Josh and Nick Cooper. While the vibrant “Saucy” music video racked up over 100K views in the first week since...

Nov 02, 202235 min

Interview with Ashe

We had the pleasure of interviewing Ashe over Zoom video! California-based, RIAA Platinum-certified singer-songwriter Ashe releases her sophomore album Rae via Mom + Pop along with the video for latest single “omw.” Fourteen tracks in length, and created with close friends and collaborators Leroy Clampitt, Steph Jones, Casey Smith, Noah Conrad, John Ryan and Afterhrs, Rae ushers in a new era of confidence for the artist. Additionally, Ashe has announced her 2023 global “Fun While It Lasted Tour”...

Nov 01, 202253 min

Interview with WAAX

We had the pleasure of interviewing WAAX over Zoom video! The beating heart of the Australian post-punk scene, WAAX, have released their highly anticipated second studio album, At Least I’m Free, via Dew Process. The band have also shared the music video for the k.flay co-written, high octane LP standout “No Doz,” which follows on the heels of the biting, incendiary singles already released from the album: the QMA Award winning “Most Hated Girl,” the Linda Perry co-written “Dangerous” and “Read ...

Oct 31, 202253 min

Interview with VeeAlwaysHere

We had the pleasure of interviewing VeeAlwaysHere over Zoom video! Producer, Songwriter, and Recording Artist, VeeAlwaysHere, recently dropped his EP, ego: playlist I. This EP was a way to prove and challenge himself towards becoming as versatile as a producer, songwriter, and artist VeeAlwaysHere can become. He states; “Not only did I want to let go of my usual writing and producing habits, but also sounds, subject matter and styles that I generally gravitate towards in my process. This project...

Oct 30, 202235 min

Interview with HAUSER

We had the pleasure of interviewing HAUSER of 2CELLOS over Zoom video! International superstar cellist HAUSER debuts “Theme for Ennio,” a touching tribute to his dear friend and renowned Italian composer Ennio Morricone, performed with and composed by Ennio’s son, acclaimed composer, conductor and pianist, Andrea Morricone. Andrea, who will soon embark on the Ennio Morricone – The Official Concert Celebration world tour, pays homage to his father, the late Maestro Ennio Morricone with this delic...

Oct 28, 202234 min

Interview with MAR

We had the pleasure of interviewing MAR over Zoom video! MAR was born in the United States, but her Latin blood and warmth run strong through the veins of the young singer-songwriter. Mexican from her father and Cuban from her mother. She grew up in a home full of love for the arts, she began developing her skills by taking piano lessons from the age of six and then focusing on vocals. Steps that led her to her great passion: composition. In addition to her passion for singing and music, MAR has...

Oct 28, 202237 min

Interview with KG Crown

We had the pleasure of interviewing KG Crown over Zoom video! Pop Artist KG Crown is a singer, song-writer, actress, and model who is quickly making a name for herself in the music industry! Following her first EP, which released in 2021, KG’s fanbase of young teenage girls has skyrocketed. With her K-Pop leaning sound and catchy lyrics, KG has tapped into an audience that continues to relate to her music. With every single release, she grows more popular! KG just recently released two new singl...

Oct 26, 202226 min

Interview with Sophia Treadway

We had the pleasure of interviewing Sofia Treadway over Zoom video! At just 17 years old, the bilingual singer-songwriter Sophia Treadway is taking the music industry by storm with her latest single, Kiss N Tell, produced by 2022 Grammy-Award Winner (Best Album, Jon Batiste) Autumn Rowe! The singles sound is a nod to the late 90’s/early 2000’s and will give nostalgic vibes to those who remember that era of music well! The Dallas-based singer is well known for her latest single, Close to Me, and ...

Oct 24, 202230 min

Interview with Barny Fletcher

We had the pleasure of interviewing Barny Fletcher over Zoom video! London artist Barny Fletcher has released his new mixtape, JETPACK! Barny Fletcher has seen a meteoric rise since his debut, garnering support from BBC's Radio 1, Australia's Triple J, and features everywhere from a collaboration on the latest DJ Shadow album, a Euro 2020 fashion design campaign with Umbro, as well as inclusion on the soundtrack for Michaela Coel's HBO series I May Destroy You. Today's new single comes on the he...

Oct 23, 202240 min

Interview with DJ Politik

We had the pleasure of interviewing DJ Politik over Zoom video! Los Angeles native DJ Politik is known for creating memories that last a lifetime through his impeccable curation of the songs that define us. With a natural ability to connect with clients, collaborators and fans alike, DJ Politik (Paul Purman) has worked with hospitality giants, Fortune 500 companies, and luxury brands, to A-list celebrities, artists, and business magnates. Politik (Paul Purman) is proudly expanding his role as pa...

Oct 22, 202236 min

Interview with Rachel Grae

We had the pleasure of interviewing Rachel Grae over Zoom video! Rachel Grae is a forward thinking, rising pop star, invoking the youthful style of Olivia Rodrigo, as well as the wisdom and pure vocal power of singers like Adele. Today, the fresh face in music releases the video for her new track “Right Person Right Time,” following the mental spirals and what-ifs that define being in the midst of gut-wrenching heartbreak. Going back and forth between small details of a past relationship and the...

Oct 21, 202234 min

Interview with Forester

We had the pleasure of interviewing Forester over Zoom video! Following up their spring 2022 album, Watercolor, the Los Angeles-based indie electronic duo, Forester (aka David Parris and Xander Carlson) return with the new single “All I Need” on Kygo’s Palm Tree Records. “All I Need” takes a sharp turn from previous Forester releases, bringing a dose of filtered house and an irresistible chorus sample to the duo’s signature organic electronic production. It’s a summertime hit and then some. The ...

Oct 21, 202232 min

Interview with Balu Brigada

We had the pleasure of interviewing Balu Brigada over Zoom video! Balu Brigada are an alt-pop duo from New Zealand, made up of multi-instrumentalist writer/producer brothers, Henry and Pierre Beasley. With a pop sensibility that still sits a little left of center, their tracks prioritize prominent bass-hooks and punchy drums with natural quirk and relatability. Showcasing their ability to skate genres they pull from a broad range of influences, from the Strokes to the Gorrillaz to Tame Impala, w...

Oct 20, 202237 min

Interview with Danny Dwyer

We had the pleasure of interviewing Danny Dwyer over Zoom video! Hailing from St. Louis, MO, Danny is an LA-based singer/songwriter & producer whose genreless music straddles indie rock, alternative, pop, and everything in between. He grew up learning jazz and playing in punk bands which eventually led him to college in Los Angeles where he studied music and started working on his solo artist project. Following a break-up in 2017, Danny turned to writing as he released his first song ‘What Y...

Oct 19, 202238 min

Interview with EDEN

We had the pleasure of interviewing EDEN over Zoom video! Singer, songwriter, and producer, EDEN shares his latest full-length album ICYMI. The project is a sonic odyssey through loss and life, dovetailed by EDEN’s effortless welding of genres between electronic, R&B, and something else entirely his own. ICYMI deftly weaves between euphoric dance beats, ambient field recordings, and an unshakeable sense of urgency as EDEN catapults towards catharsis. ICYMI is experimental in both its sound a...

Oct 17, 202252 min

Interview with Natalie Shay (Natalie Returns!)

We had the pleasure of interviewing Natalie Shay over Zoom video! Natalie Shay is an indie-pop artist hailing from North London. The multi-award-winning musician has established an ever-growing presence and loyal fanbase through her explosive live performances and unforgettable anthems, recognizing her as one of the UK’s hottest emerging talents. With indie synth pop leanings and ferocious guitar playing, Shay's references range from Haim and Taylor Swift to Little Comets. Her relatable lyrics t...

Oct 16, 202233 min

Interview with Ginger Minj

We had the pleasure of interviewing Ginger Ming over Zoom video. Drag Race and singer/songwriter Ginger Minj returns to the big screen in the new Disney+ film, Hocus Pocus 2. Along with the film release, Minj released her own rendition of the song, "I Put A Spell On You” with an original music video. The master performer is on tour supporting her Hocus Pocus Halloween Bash, a 9-city tour that kicked off in Atlanta, GA at the OutFront Theatre on September 23rd. Since releasing her debut country m...

Oct 15, 202222 min

Interview with Gioli & Assia

We had the pleasure of interviewing Giolì & Assia over Zoom video. Hailing from Palermo, Italy, Giolì & Assia are instrumentalists, singer/songwriters, DJs and label owners, who create beautiful genre-less & hypnotic music, playing every instrument and producing completely on their own, crossing the lines between house, indie, and ambient. On September 9th they released Fire, Hell and Holy Water via Ultra Records, the band’s biggest body of work to date, a 16 track labor of love reco...

Oct 15, 202257 min

Interview with Aria Brooks

We had the pleasure of interviewing Aria Brooks over Zoom video. A successful actress, Aria can currently be seen with a large role in the hit Disney+ series, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, alongside Joshua Bassett and Olivia Rodrigo. Season 3 takes place at a family-owned sleepaway camp called Camp Shallow Lake, and Aria plays a new camper named Alex. She is no stranger to the network after starring as Libby in the Original Movie Better Nate Than Ever, which is available now. The...

Oct 13, 202233 min

Interview with Stratovarius

We had the pleasure of interviewing Stratovarius over Zoom video. Stratovarius released Survive, their first album in seven years. Stratovarius — the Scandinavian flagship of symphonic metal and one of the most famous bands of their genre — managed to establish themselves as one of the top names in the metal scene and have since influenced bands all over the world. The Finnish band gained international success with albums like Fourth Dimension (1995), Episode (1996), and their epic project Eleme...

Oct 13, 202242 min

Interview with EMINZADA

We had the pleasure of interviewing EMINZADA over Zoom video. Singer/songwriter EMINZADA is a multi-dimensional artist with an exclusive style and powerful mindset. Originally from Baku City, Azerbaijan, EMINZADA has grown up with diversity in abundance, living between Azerbaijan, Turkey and the US, before making his move to London. Paying homage to his classical background in music composition, his music explores notions of camp, lust and escapism, representing freedom of art expression and his...

Oct 11, 202240 min

Interview with ari hicks

We had the pleasure of interviewing ari hicks over Zoom video. ari’s furious feminist energy is palpable, flaunting her genre-spanning style as she ricochets between themes of empowerment and bravado, giving listeners a first glance at ari entering her Villain Era as she pays homage to the death of a male centric narrative. Showcasing a different dimension of the pop singer, this Chapter acts as the start of her newest era. Featuring three brand new tracks as well as familiar favorites “Romeo Di...

Oct 10, 20221 hr 17 min

Interview with CHLSY

We had the pleasure of interviewing CHLSY over Zoom video. Nashville-based group CHLSY recently release their new single “555” from their new EP Quantum Entanglement. From the inception of the band in July of 2021, Gilliland and her bandmates strive to reignite 90’s sounds with their own modern “dark rock” spin and make music for others to feel seen. She has been working alongside GRAMMY® winning producer with 135+ billboard hits, Dave Audé and co-writing with David “DQ” Quiñones, Chloe Lattanzi...

Oct 10, 202227 min

Interview with Her Head's On Fire

We had the pleasure of interviewing Her Head’s On Fire over Zoom video. Indie rock, of all stripes, is far too long in the tooth —and the classic back catalogs far too crowded— fo half measures: If we are to have new "left of the dial" songs in an age where the wry cleverness and heart-on-sleeve (or heart-patch-on-messenger-bag?) vulnerability of yore have listed into a kind of sardonic nihilism, then those songs must be full of that strange alchemic mix of chords and melodies that make hearts f...

Oct 08, 202252 min

Interview with Surf Curse

We had the pleasure of interviewing Surf Curse over Zoom video. Surf Curse’s MAGIC HOUR includes the latest single and standout track, “Arrow,” alongside another recent single, “Self Portrait,” which was released alongside an official music video directed by Nathan Castiel and Nick Rattigan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=II1-tOscaKE The highly anticipated album also includes energetic singles “Self Portrait,” “Lost Honor,” “TVI,” and the power pop anthem, “Sugar,” the latter of which has alrea...

Oct 08, 202259 min

Interview with Taylor Acorn

We had the pleasure of interviewing Taylor Acorn over Zoom video. Nashville based singer/songwriter, Taylor Acorn, is gearing up for her FIRST EVER tour supporting Real Friends. The tour will be visiting over 25 cities across North America including stops in Toronto,ON, Philadelphia, PA, New York, NY, Pomona, CA and more before wrapping on Tuesday, November 1st in Minneapolis, MN at The Garage. In August, Taylor shared her latest single, “Psycho,” an empowering pop rock anthem about taking your ...

Oct 06, 20221 hr 6 min

Interview with Futuristic

We had the pleasure of interviewing Futuristic over Zoom video. Growing up around music from his father & 8 siblings it was inevitable that Futuristic would be a natural. The household was filled with hip-hop, rock & pop vibes all giving the young artist an eclectic palate to begin a very successful journey. His professional career began in 2012 with the release of his first album “Dream Big”. From then till now he's done it all. His albums “The Rise” & “Coast 2 Coast” both premiered...

Oct 06, 202246 min

Interview with Selin

We had the pleasure of interviewing Selin over Zoom video. Istanbul-born, London-based pop force Selin makes a major statement with her latest single “Cool” – which marks her first official English single under Warner Music. Written by Selin with Gil Lewis (Blithe, BEKA, Aleyna Tilki) and Micky Blue (Tiësto, TWICE, TaeYeon), “Cool” is a slow-burning, alt-pop number that faces the problem and ensuing emotional chaos of trying to remain on good terms with an ex. Expertly crafted pop hooks and Seli...

Oct 05, 202242 min

Interview with Triple Charm

We had the pleasure of interviewing Triple Charm over Zoom video. Dubbed as a female Hanson 20 years later with the performance skills of Blackpink, this Gen-Z singer-songwriter trio of Latin descent will leave their catchy hooks and smooth harmonies stuck in your head and wanting more. The girl group has collaborated with well-known songwriter Heather J. Miley, who has worked with renowned stars including Selena Gomez and Kelly Clarkson. Channeling the iconic pop groups that once put Orlando, F...

Oct 03, 202242 min

Interview with The Higher

We had the pleasure of interviewing The Higher over Zoom video. The Higher recently released their first single since their 2009 LP It’s Only Natural titled “Free Ride.” This new single comes ahead of the band's newly announced EP Elvis in Wonderland, which is entirely produced by Mike Pepe (Taking Back Sunday, As It Is, Bayside, Anthony Green.) Elvis in Wonderland hits DSPs October 14, 2022 via Secret Friends Music Group, and will be available on vinyl in collaboration with Take This To Heart R...

Oct 02, 202235 min
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