Joined by LA-Based, ever-soulful singer-songwriter Teddy Grossman on the show. A lifelong music lover & maker, pursuing music as a career was put on the back burner, but after the move to Los Angeles Grossman took the leap to embark on that long-gestating journey and it has paid off in spades. His debut album 'Soon Come' has been a massive success and has led him to great milestones this year alone. Performing a sold-out album release show at Gold Diggers in April, debuting at the Troubadour...
Aug 17, 2022•22 min
Welcoming Reign LaFreniere, lead vocalist and guitarist for Bluphoria, a young band making big waves in the music world. LaFreniere, 22, along with Dakota Landrum [19, rhythm guitar, background vocals], Dani Janae [20, drums, background vocals], and Rex Wolf [21, bass, background vocals], are that rare collective who have figured out early on in their career how to combine rock, blues, alternative, pop, and psychedelia into a kaleidoscopic signature style of their own design. After spending two ...
Aug 15, 2022•14 min
Named one of Total Guitar's: Top 10 Best New Guitarists in 2018 two years after being named one of Yahoo! Music’s “Top Ten Best New Artist,” we welcome Australia’s own,Hamish Anderson to the show. Following his uplifting 2021 release Morning Light, Hamish is back again with Everything Starts Again, an addictive song about comebacks, resilience and overcoming challenges. Among many accolades, Hamish has opened for BB King, Gary Clark Jr, Vintage Trouble, Drive-By Truckers, Jared & The Mill, L...
Aug 10, 2022•16 min
Singer/Songwriter: Jordan Fletcher Not only a songwriter, but also as a dad, a husband, a surfer, and a believer, Jordan Fletcher has taken music by storm. After racking up millions of streams independently and canvasing the country with the likes of Muscadine Bloodline and Kip Moore , Jordan Fletcher has become a name to watch with everyone from American Songwriter to Wide Open Country singing praises on his songwriting. “If this isn't a musician on the rise, I don't know what one is” - WMOT Al...
Aug 08, 2022•25 min
Excited to welcome Karina Rykman, a Musical gem, Bassist and Artist to help us preview the first ever version of SACRED ROSE . A musical festival making its revolutionary debut at Chicagoland’s SeatGeek Stadium Campus from Friday, August 26 - Sunday, August 28, 2022. A blooming love-letter to the sweet sounds of Americana, Psych-rock, Jam, Indie, Soul, Funk and Bluegrass, SACRED ROSE boasts an eclectic array of headliners such as Phil Lesh & Friends, Khruangbin, The War On Drugs, Goose, and ...
Aug 04, 2022•22 min
With a unique and soulful sound, Cara Louise sounds from another era. Powerful and emotive vocal chops, along with expansive range, coupled with inspired melodies and sincere, relatable lyricism, set her aside as a true force of nature. Originally fronting Cara Louise Band from 2013-2018 Cara cut her teeth playing open mic nights, dive bars, and honky-tonks regionally around St. Louis. During that time, Cara released two EP's and an LP via Gaslight Records, each thoroughly inspired by golden cou...
Aug 02, 2022•22 min
We welcome Deathcruiser - the moniker of singer/songwriter and friend of the show Adam Roth to the show. Having just released his highly anticipated debut self-titled EP, available to stream now on everywhere, Adam shares with us the unique journey of this project. Adam's hope for Deathcruiser is to be a band for all, that everyone sings along to, regardless of what’s going on in the world. “In this day and age, we’re all very divided,” he says. “And I’ve always wanted to bring everyone together...
Jul 27, 2022•21 min
We welcome Nashville based and recent The Voice: Season 19 participant (team Kelly) Madeline Consoer, a rising talent in Music City to the show. Madeline is quickly breaking out into the country music scene. With her story-telling lyrics, and pop-esque melodies, Madeline channels her real life situations into her music; from falling in and out of love, she pulls from plenty of inspiration. At a very young age she drew her influences from watching Shania Twain Live DVDs in her basement, and rocki...
Jul 25, 2022•23 min
On location from Somerset, Kentucky, home of the 29th annual Master Musicians Festival. We welcome Blues legend Tee Dee Young and Jeremy Short, Frontman for 'Short and Company' playing their last set as a band at the festival. Tee Dee Young has his own unique style of the Blues and a dynamic stage presence that has made him a local icon in the Blues scene for 50+ years. Jeremy Short has garnered significant recognition for his masterful, yet seemingly effortless guitar playing. He is also one of...
Jul 22, 2022•10 min
A thoughtful songwriter at the vanguard of modern folk music, Scott T.Smith joins Jamie on the show. After suffering through some unlucky pandemic timing with the release of his wonderful EP 'Wanted Man', Scott is mounting a comeback. Becoming a household name in Nashville and beyond with his colorful songwriting, vibrant characters and calls for connection and humanity in his art. Join us for a fascinating conversation as Scott shares with Jamie how sustainability plays a role in his career, th...
Jul 20, 2022•32 min
We welcome an eclectic, otherworldly and unique Americana Artist, Stacy Antonel to the show. Celebrating the release of her new album 'Always The Outsider', Stacy has walked a peculiar and fascinating journey to this point. Growing up near San Diego studying classical piano, she cites an eclectic range of early musical inspiration: Tori Amos’s peculiar phrasing as well as Otis Redding’s rich melodic hooks. After winning the televised singing contest “3 Minutes to Stardom,” Antonel quit her job t...
Jul 18, 2022•19 min
We welcome Laura Reed and Laur Joamets, better known as 'Lore', a genre-bending Nashville duo creating intense 'buzz' in Nashville. Mixing elements of metal, grunge, blues, and rock into raw, electric Americana anthems Lore has been a long time coming. Originally from South Africa, Laura Reed started songwriting as a street musician, later collaborating with funk icons George Clinton and Karl Denson before launching her solo career. Laur, whose pedigree includes playing with Sturgill Simpson and...
Jul 13, 2022•17 min
Welcoming back friend of the show Grace Leer to Jrodconcerts: The Podcast. One month after her 'buzzworthy' CMA Fest debut, Grace has been busy preparing her debut EP release (Out in September) with a whirlwind of activities that include the release of her latest single 'After 1' which has already been placed on some of the main pop and countries playlists in music. Join us as Grace shares unique stories from her journey, including being part of American Juniors years before her American Idol ru...
Jul 11, 2022•22 min
Los Angeles singer and songwriter Gracie Ray is a unique and rare soul. Imparting raw honesty upon lively pop soundscapes punctuated by R&B grooves and jazz fluidity, she tells stories with the candor of a late-night chat between lifelong friends, sparing no detail or emotion as she examines the ups and downs of love and life. On today's episode of Jrodconcerts: The Podcast, we are joined by this up-and-coming musical talent that will leave you breathless and shaken with a journey of emotion...
Jul 06, 2022•18 min
On a special episode of Jrodconcerts: The Podcast, we are back from Eau Claire Wisconsin, home of the Blue Ox Music Festival for the 2022 edition. Joining us from the beautiful festival grounds are friends of our show and fellow Nashvillians Daniel Donato (Singer, Songwriter & Guitar Player), Mason Via of Old Crow Medicine Show (Multi-Instrumentalist), and Will McGee (Singer & Bass Player). With Daniel and Will, the fascinating conversation includes topics such as the art of staying in p...
Jul 03, 2022•21 min
We welcome a trailblazer in today's music world, Alice Merton to the show. Celebrating her new album, S.I.D.E.S. , (Out Now via Mom + Pop Music) the record hints at Alice's style and sound evolution since the release of her debut. Sonically, it's darker, drawing on angsty modern pop, alt-rock, and other abrasive sounds, while its themes are deeper and more introspective but with an undercurrent of hope. Alice has over 1B total global streams , with her breakthrough debut single " No Roots " bein...
Jun 29, 2022•17 min
Since moving to Nashville in 2013, Adam Meisterhans has been in an in-demand producer and guitarist/multi-instrumentalist who has worked with artists including Tyler Childers, Jill Andrews, Joshua Hedley, Lillie Mae, Patrick Sweany, Pujol, William Matheny, J.P. Harris, Lauren Morrow, and Kelsey Waldon. In addition to his work as a session player and sideman, he’s a founding member of the band Rozwell Kid. Thrilled to welcome Adam to the show to discuss a plethora of interesting topics. Among the...
Jun 27, 2022•24 min
Recapping a wildly successful return to 'The Farm' for the first Bonnaroo since 2019. We sat down with friend of the show Bre Kennedy, Country Rising Star Tenille Townes and Americana Talent Jonathan Terrell (All Making their 'Roo' Debuts) as well as fans of Stevie Nicks and the Chicks for an embrace of the experience in what will go down as an unforgettable week for those involved. Thank you to Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival for having Jrodconcerts Media over. For more on the festival and inf...
Jun 22, 2022•22 min
On location from CMA Fest 2022 in Nashville, we welcome one of Country music's rising stars, Grace Leer to the show. The top 10 finalist on American Idol (Season 18), Grace has become one of Music City's most ' buzz-worthy artists. A new record deal from 19 Recordings, Inc, an opening slot (and hit single) with Logan Mize, and hit singles like 'Brought a Girl' are just a few of the things that have this shining star on everybody's radar in Music City and beyond. For more on Grace Leer, visit: ht...
Jun 15, 2022•11 min
In a new special episode of Jrodconcerts: The Podcast LIVE, Jamie Rodriguez is joined by Andrew Leahey, cornerstone of Nashville's music community, for a track-by-track analysis of h is new album: American Static, Vol. 2. An expansive and ambitious project, American Static is a wonderful double album recorded with bandmates Jay Dmuchowski and Dan Holmes - both of whom also appeared on Andrew's 2019 breakthrough album 'Aiwaves'. Released in two volumes, American Static bounces between Oasis-sized...
Jun 13, 2022•43 min
Thrilled to welcome the 'Queen of Bluegrass' Rhonda Vincent to the show to kick start CMA Fest 2022. A Grand Ole Opry Member since February 2021, Rhonda is a multi-award winner, with a 2017 Grammy for Best Bluegrass Album, an Entertainer of the Year 2001, Song of the Year 2004, and unprecedented seven consecutive Female Vocalist of the Year awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association 2000 – 2006. Rhonda's career has spanned over four decades and is without doubt a pioneer and trail...
Jun 08, 2022•16 min
From Salem, Missouri we welcome Nashville based Artist Collin Nash to the show. A unique talent, Collin is celebrating his new single 'I Won't Give Up On You' (Available Now) as part of a year that will be full of new music and collaborations. A Guitar extraordinaire, Collin has made a name for himself as one of Music City's most jovial and hard working Artists, having been a key part of work with such names as Gabe Lee, Ben Chapman and Meg Mcree. Join us as Collins shares with us stories of his...
Jun 07, 2022•22 min
On this special episode we celebrate the return of the in-person Folk Alliance conference recorded on location in Kansas City, MO. We are joined by friend of the show John Smith, whose album 'The Fray' was nominated for Album of the year, as well as award winning folk duo Fellow Pynins and Hillary Klug, National Champion Buckdancer, fiddler, singer and songwriter. Thank you to the team at Folk Alliance for having us over. A wonderful and unique conference celebrating humanity and music. For info...
Jun 01, 2022•45 min
On this special episode we come to you from Martinsville, VA, home of 'Rooster Walk Music & Arts Festival'. We are joined by friends of the show Moon Taxi (Trevor Terndrup & Tommy Putnam) as well as Bluegrass hit-makers Town Mountain (Phil Barker & Zach Smith) who discuss a plethora of interesting subjects. With Moon Taxi, we chat about the legacy of the band, the brotherhood, the state of being in peak state every show and more. With Town Mountain we discuss social media, creativity...
May 30, 2022•21 min
Welcoming back a show favorite, Cristina Vane to the show. Celebrating her much-Anticipated Sophomore Album 'Make Myself Me Again', this is Cristina returning to her Rock N' Roll roots, while celebrating her evolving musical influences. Co-produced by Brook Sutton (Blackberry Smoke) and Jano Rix (The Wood Brothers), Make Myself Me Again follows the critically acclaimed 'Nowhere Sounds Lovely' and delve into Cristina’s personal relationships, and documents her quest to find strength and independe...
May 26, 2022•17 min
We welcome Folk / americana singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Lydia Luce to the show. Brought up in Fort Lauderdale, Fl , Lydia learned how to play viola and guitar from her mother, who conducted her own symphony orchestra growing up. Now, she has become a key component in Nashville's evolving musical scene. Lydia's Violin and Viola work has been featured in work with a who's who of artists. This includes Eminem, Dolly Parton., Rod Stewart and Willie Nelson. Her 2021 Album 'Dark River'...
May 23, 2022•19 min
We welcome one of America's most unique musical Trailblazers, Andy Frasco to the show. A creative powerhouse known for his outstanding live performances leading his band 'Andy Frasco & The U.N', Andy is celebrating the critically acclaimed new LP Wash, Rinse, Repeat (OUT NOW), a 1 2 songs that span Frasco’s experience as a musician — and a man and was Produced by Chris Carraba (Dashboard Confessional), Nathaniel Motte (3oh!3), Kenny Carkeet (AWOLNATION), Eric Krasno (Ledisi, Tedeschi Trucks ...
May 18, 2022•22 min
A musical storyteller with a captivating live presence, Lilly Winwood is a shining element of the flourishing Nashville musical scene. Daughter of Rock icon Steve Winwood, Lilly has completely made her own sound, a unique mixture of intimate power and impact. One that quite frankly leaves audiences dazzled and mesmerized upon first discovery. Her new single 'Sleep Issues' ponders the danger of being stuck in your own head, and follows the critically lauded 2021 album 'Time Well Spent'. One that ...
May 16, 2022•24 min
Ah, festivals. How we missed you in 2020 and most of 2021. Covid was cruel, and made us realize how much the industry loves and needs you. This year, they're very much back in action and as you all know, we like to spotlight some special musical gems. If you're out to dance and spend time with family and see some groundbreaking musical performances, we've got you covered. We welcome Johnny Buck for Rooster Walk Music and Arts Festival (May 26-29) and Stephanie Monroe for Music For The Mind to ta...
May 14, 2022•33 min
Welcoming a blazing country star, Brandon Davis to the show. PEOPLE calls him a “TikTok sensation'' while his is grassroots popularity is skyrocketing every week. Selling out venues like the House of Blues in Anaheim, CA over capacity , while people are standing in the back of the room to hear why Davis was hand-picked by Tim McGraw to open for his 2022 tour. Prior to making music, the Chattanooga, TN-native and father of four worked as a Sprinkler Systems Design Engineer. He never felt he could...
May 13, 2022•19 min
