We welcome Brady Stablein of rising Alt-Rock Band Brother Elsey to the show. After a series of EPs, along with intensive self-booked tours, Brother Elsey’s momentum has led to dates with acts like The Head and the Heart, Allen Stone, The Wallflowers, The War and Treaty and SUSTO. Their hard-earned grassroots growth has helped cultivate a loyal following and set them up to make the leap from beloved Detroit act to the national scene. In March, the group showcased at SXSW for the premiere of the I...
Oct 11, 2024•27 min
Get ready for a taste of the high life! Join us as we preview the 2024 Highlands Food & Wine Festival (Nov 7-10) with special guest Casey Reid of Eleven Events. This isn't your average food festival – nestled in breathtaking Highlands, NC Highlands Food & Wine offers a unique Celebration" with four days of world-class music, culinary delights, and top-shelf drinks. Casey Reid gives us the inside scoop on what makes this year extra special: -Helping Hand: This year the festival will lend ...
Oct 07, 2024•19 min
Ahead of the Season 3 premiere of CBS' hit drama Fire Country, we sit down with Friend of the show and mega-talented Singer-Songwriters Matt Koziol as well as Nick Howard to chat about their involvement with the show, navigating the waters of the music industry, hearing your songs on TV the concept of Love and more. __________ This episode is brought to you by Magic Mind. Magic Mind is a “mental performance shot”, an addition to your daily routine, that gets you focused, mentally clear, motivate...
Oct 04, 2024•17 min
With an orange mustache, golden voice, and cherry red Gibson ES-335, Appalachian Space Funk artist Jeremy Short has quickly risen to the top shelf of must-hear players on the scene. Having garnered significant recognition for his masterful, yet seemingly effortless guitar playing “Kentucky’s Jeremy Short is one of the top 30 blues guitar players in the world. Don’t take it from me — take it from the judges at Memphis’s International Blues Challenge, where Short semi-finaled in 2016 and 2017. Sho...
Oct 03, 2024•24 min
Four years ago, Alice Wallace moved to Nashville after more than a decade in southern California, and 'Here I Am' is the first of her albums to be recorded in true Music City style, backed by a lineup of world-class musicians and recorded in two whirlwind days with no rehearsal. Produced by Nick Buda (Taylor Swift, Martina McBride, Dolly Parton), the album features some of the most talented musicians Music City has to offer. In addition to Nick Buda on drums, the record features GRAMMY-winning g...
Sep 30, 2024•31 min
Carter Vail is the kind of guy who can look on the bright side no matter what. Listen to the infectious pop-rock he’s been making since 2018 or watch his hilarious videos on TikTok or Instagram, and you’ll find a relentless optimist who crafts inviting tunes with humor and heart. Though the Los Angeles songwriter’s sophomore LP 100 Cowboys boasts the same tasteful and turbocharged alternative that dominates his catalog, beneath the breezy arrangements are his most bracingly personal lyrics yet. ...
Sep 26, 2024•18 min
Maya de Vitry’s vibrant voice seems to rise out of some necessity of bringing songs to life, embracing listeners with a soulful intimacy. She grew up in a musical family in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, understanding music to be a place of gathering, a way to spend a summer night around a campfire. Maya first traveled and performed as a fiddling street musician, and then in bars, theaters, and on festival stages as a founding member of The Stray Birds (2010-2018). Since the band parted ways in...
Sep 25, 2024•37 min
NERIAH puts everything - the good, the bad, and the ugly, honest truth into her music. From happiness and love, to hardships and heartbreak, NERIAH’s music takes you on the rollercoaster of emotions that everyone goes through, with each song letting her audience know they’re not alone on this unpredictable and beautiful adventure of life. NERIAH currently boasts over 1 million monthly Spotify listeners, 200K Instagram followers and over 200K TikTok fans. On this episode, we discuss topics like t...
Sep 13, 2024•19 min
Hailing from the largely unsung streets of Staten Island, Ferry Townes emerges as a poignant voice in the indie music scene, channeling the raw, unfiltered emotions of its frontwoman, songwriter, Julia Gargano. The name Ferry Townes is an homage to The Staten Island Ferry, a symbol of Julia’s upbringing commuting to Manhattan for school, family days, dates, and watching the Statue of Liberty. Having had her public debut on American Idol Season 18 and finishing in the top 7, Gargano’s debut colle...
Sep 11, 2024•16 min
Los Angeles based Producer/Songwriter JAYSON DEZUZIO is at the forefront of the music industry. “Thunder” by Imagine Dragons is only the start in a career defined by pushing sonic and songwriting barriers. Branching into film and TV, developing artists and working with the top in the industry, Jayson has an ear for hooks, hits and does it all with a smile. Other acts include: Eminem, Kygo, Jason Derulo, Little Mix, Christina Aguilera, XAmbassadors, Skylar Grey, Gallant, Andy Grammer, Noah Cyrus ...
Sep 09, 2024•27 min
On the heels of lovelytheband's new album, their excellent, uplifting and highly danceable new self titled album hear from the project's creative mastermind about key moments in his current musical journey. How the Los Angeles music scene compares to Nashville, getting into a peak state whenever he takes the stage, why Music videos are still important to the band, the longevity of the group and looking back at the mega breakthrough of 2017's single 'Broken'. Lovelytheband's self titled album is ...
Sep 06, 2024•20 min
We are thrilled to welcome one of Nashville's most admired and decorated Songwriters, Emily Shackelton to the show. Originally from Biwabik, Minnesota, Emily studied at Berklee College of Music, where she won the coveted BMI John Lennon Songwriting Competition, before moving to Nashville to pursue songwriting. Her catalog includes cuts by Carly Pierce, Reba McEntire, Sara Evans, Jana Kramer, David Cook, Seth Ennis, Mickey Guyton, and Cassadee Pope. She has had several songs featured on TV shows ...
Sep 02, 2024•28 min
The Los Angeles-born and bred and now New Mexico-based Singer-Songwriter Charlie Overbey, who Lemmy labeled the “Punk Rock Spy In The House Of Honky Tonk" and Rolling Stone hailed as an “LA Cult Figure” joins Jamie on the show. His new album, 'In Good Company (Out NOW)' is an all-star-filled career retrospective which includes Nils Lofgren, Marcus King, Jaime Wyatt, Charlie Starr, Rami Jaffee, Jimmy Vivino, Duane Betts, Eddie Spaghetti, Chris Masterson, Danny B Harvey, Sarah Gayle Meech and more...
Aug 30, 2024•27 min
Melanie MacLaren's lyrics have been described as “haunting yet humorous” and possessing a “sentimental cynicism” that “oozes with Gen-Z relatability.” This duality shines through in all aspects of her music— she’s a classic finger-style guitar that grew up playing classical, but uses ambient beds and distorted trad instruments to punctuate her compositions. At her core, Melanie is a realist, with a gift for language that extracts beauty from even the darkest reality and a unique ability to blend...
Aug 26, 2024•32 min
As a founder and Entrepreneur, Bobbii Jacobs, President of FF Entertainment has revolutionized the live music industry with Live on The Vineyard and now Elevation Beaver Creek. On this episode we talk about the unique Journey of Bobbii, from her youth and business background to the genesis of what have become music industry staple events. Elevation Beaver Creek, will feature premier travel destinations and performances by new and established artists, culinary delights, winemaker pours, and uniqu...
Aug 15, 2024•24 min
A Nashville power player, and a true Troubadour of the magic happening in 'Music City' we welcome Singer-Songwriter Afton Wolfe to the show. Afton Wolfe has worn the hats of many humans from philosopher to lawyer, neuroscientist to bartender, from Washington to Tennessee, but his roots are in those of the rock, blues, and soul music of Mississippi. Armed with an additional deep love for Oscar Wilde, Leonard Cohen, Tom Waits and Elvis Costello, Wolfe’s music aptly sits somewhere between these inf...
Aug 13, 2024•30 min
Australian Hit-Making Trio and Friends of the show Sheppard (Amy Sheppard, George Sheppard and Emma Sheppard) discuss the Genesis of their breathtaking latest album 'Zora' and how it was influenced by their unique Grandmother and her values. We also talk about Emma and Amy's early days, growing up knowing that living in a state of Gratitude and Joy was a choice and what it felt like to have a huge health scare for George that almost ended the band. Lastly, we discuss the band's momentous decisio...
Aug 07, 2024•30 min
Some Artists, you love them almost instantly, and that was the deal for me with Kiely Connell, who I was fortunate to be tipped off to early on, through some mutual friends in Nashville. In her breathtaking Sophomore album 'My Own Enemy' , Kiely sings candidly and full of wisdom about the darker side of the human condition, reflecting on themes of loneliness and mental health. It’s a feat of storytelling – she painfully recalls the death of a friend by suicide when she was in high school on “Res...
Aug 05, 2024•34 min
Internationally acclaimed Nashville honky tonk Robert's Western World will celebrate its 25th Anniversary under the proprietorship of JesseLee Jones on August 5th, 2024. To celebrate, we welcome JesseLee himself to share with us the mega party expected to take over Nashville, and to share with us his one-of-a kind story that shines the American Dream on Lower Broadway. JesseLee, from his humble beginnings in São Paulo, Brazil, fell in love with classic American music - traditional country, gospe...
Aug 02, 2024•32 min
A fellow Floridian in Nashville, Savanna Leigh is a rising Singer-Songwriter quickly making waves in Music city and beyond. She grew up around creatives who were making a living from music, which encouraged her that becoming a full-time artist was a viable ambition. Originally inspired by mainstream country, she wrote her first song at age 12, exhibiting passion and talent that would eventually bring her to Nashville on a music scholarship. After performing in a country-pop duo with her sister, ...
Jul 31, 2024•29 min
On the eve of the release of his new album 'Second Hand Smoke' we welcome a once in a generation creative: Eric Hirshberg. Detroit-born, Los Angeles-based Eric Hirshberg is a creative polymath with talent and knowledge that spans brand building, video game creation, design, marketing, storytelling, drawing, and music. He is an accomplished creative executive ---earning awards for innovations in advertising during his years as leader of world-renowned ad agency Deutsche LA, and in his as CEO at A...
Jul 24, 2024•25 min
We welcome a Friend of the show, and Acclaimed Singer-Songwriter Fraser Churchill to the show, celebrating his debut EP 'Times Are Changin' Known for his dynamic vocal style and multi-instrumental skills, Fraser's music connects intimately with audiences, making each song a shared experience. His international breakthrough as a songwriter came with the Charlie Puth song, “Patient” off the album Voicenotes and he has quickly become one of Nashville's most beloved Artists. Fraser's vibrant live pe...
Jul 22, 2024•26 min
We welcome one of Country Music's hottest acts, Jesse Daniel to the show. Since releasing his 2018 self-titled debut on his own Die True Records, he’s earned great esteem as a country music traditionalist and built a wildly devoted international following – thanks in no small part to his freewheeling live show and tendency to tour nearly 200 days a year, consistently selling out 500-capacity rooms. Daniel’s fourth studio album, 'Countin' The Miles' features guest appearances from Haggard, Jon Ra...
Jul 19, 2024•14 min
Had the opportunity to visit our friends at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland and sat down with Greg Harris, President and CEO. We talked about the ground-breaking expansion of the museum slated to open in 2026 which will bring a new, state-of-the-art addition to life as well as well as a new exhibit celebrating the music of 1984. For more on the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, visit: https://rockhall.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jul 17, 2024•9 min
On the heels of their excellent collaborative EP, (Chapters Vol.1) Nashville based Super Duo Laura Reed and Megan Coleman call into Jrodconcerts: The Podcast from the road, to talk about their individual experiences falling in love with music as kids, using their Art of social change and how their backgrounds have guided them as Artists. Megan also shares intimate details of her victory over Ovarian Cancer, while Laura shares how her mindset of turning darkness into light and opportunity has bec...
Jul 12, 2024•33 min
On the eve of the release of their beautiful second studio album, A Matter of Time, Soul-Rock Nashville based Icons LadyCouch join the show. Keshia Bailey (Vocals/Percussion) and Allen Thompson (Vocals/Guitar) talk about how their upbringing ultimately got them to follow their musical purpose, Allen's transformative period and Keshia's decision to live in a state of Joy and Gratitude. The duo also shares the story of their new album, and how they arrived at their finest collection yet - a group ...
Jul 10, 2024•24 min
Jojo is a 21 year old singer & musician from Coeur d’ Alene Idaho , and one of Indie Folk's very promising young talents. Jojo has been singing since she can remember, & writing music has always been an outlet for her in her personal life. At the age of 12 she performed at her first gig, & for the last 8 years has been crafting & challenging herself in all aspects of performing. When Jojo was 15 she released her first Ep album “Handmaid”, a small, live, & acoustic set of orig...
Jul 08, 2024•20 min
We welcome Stephanie Monroe, Executive Director of the rising Music Festival, 'Music For The Mind' in Southeast Missouri, taking place this year on August 16 and 17 in Lake Wappapello, MO. The festival fosters a sense of community with proceeds helping various mental health initiatives with a stellar lineup this year including Drake White, Maggie Rose, Paul McDonald, Brit Taylor, Adam Chaffins and Pryor Baird. Join us as we discuss the unique features of the festival, traveling tips, lineup, and...
Jul 05, 2024•21 min
Born to Swedish parents in picturesque Zurich, Switzerland, Helena Hallberg's journey as an artist is as unique and diverse as her background. Drawing inspiration from Folk, Jazz, and Pop, she seamlessly combines these elements to create a musical tapestry, exploring themes of mental health, female empowerment, and multiculturalism. Her debut album, EPITHET. (Out NOW) Recorded at the iconic Power Station at BerkleeNYC in New York City and produced by an all-female production team comprising Hall...
Jul 03, 2024•21 min
Some bands, you love them almost instantly, and that was the deal for me with Michigander, who I was fortunate to be tipped off to early on, through some mutual friends in Nashville. My admiration for Jason Singer's project has only grown with each new release, as Michigander continues to explore new sonic terrain, including on their 2023 EP 'It Will Never Be The Same' . Jason — one of my favorite frontmen in today's live music scene, — talks about his mega favorites. And, somewhat unsurprisingl...
Jun 27, 2024•20 min
