Every so often, a conversation tilts the axis of your day—this chat with Cris Jacobs about his new album, 'One of These Days,' is one of those rare gems. On the cusp of its release, Cris unfolds the narrative of this deeply personal project, from tapping into the raw emotions of the pandemic to rekindling his bluegrass heritage. It's a tale woven with the threads of collaboration, as talents like Billy Strings and LeAnn Womack lend their voices, enriching the tapestry of sound that Cris and the ...
May 24, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 368
Catch up with the No Simple Road crew as they discuss everything from the music scene, family life, show recaps & reviews, spirituality, psychedelics, and everything in-between! We produce these episodes in collaboration with The Edible Beats out of Denver, Colorado. Do yourself a favor and head over to their website to find out more! This week on the rewind we we're joied in the studio by our Brothers, Bodhi Mojo! We talking all about whats to come on June 28th-30th at Red Mud Ranch in Oreg...
May 20, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Prepare to be swept away by Grammy-winning banjo maestro Kyle Tuttle, as he shares the heartbeats and strums of his life in our latest episode. Celebrate Kyle's artistic triumphs, from the echo of his Grammy win to the personal resonance of his album "Labor of Lust," and join us in a toast to the musical journey that's as much about the soul as it is about strings. Our conversation weaves through the intimate moments behind his successes—acknowledging the shadows of mentorship loss and heartache...
May 17, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 367
Catch up with the No Simple Road crew as they discuss everything from the music scene, family life, show recaps & reviews, spirituality, psychedelics, and everything in-between! We produce these episodes in collaboration with The Edible Beats out of Denver, Colorado. Do yourself a favor and head over to their website to find out more! This week on the rewind we step back a few weeks to WinterWonderGrass and a recap of our time there joined by special guest Scotty Stoughton! We journeyed out ...
May 13, 2024•1 hr 25 min
Join us for a transformative journey as Dr. Jeff McNairy, the Chief Medical Officer at Rythmia, shares his inspiring transition from the conventional Western medical sphere to the profound world of plant medicine in Costa Rica. We explore Dr. Jeff's disillusionment with traditional healthcare's approach to trauma and his embrace of culturally sensitive and empowering healing practices. His story is a testament to the potential for personal and professional evolution, and the miracles that unfold...
May 10, 2024•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 366
Catch up with the No Simple Road crew as they discuss everything from the music scene, family life, show recaps & reviews, spirituality, psychedelics, and everything in-between! We produce these episodes in collaboration with The Edible Beats out of Denver, Colorado. Do yourself a favor and head over to their website to find out more! This week on the rewind we're taking everything we learned while seeing Phish at The Sphere in Las Vegas and laying it out for those of us headed to see Dead &...
May 06, 2024•1 hr 5 min
The comforting rhythm of routine can be just as enchanting as the electric buzz of a live event, as Mel, Apple, and I reminisce about the post-Sphere event bliss and the quirky sprout-hiding antics of our pals Meg and Sean. This week we're grooving to the soundwaves of International Orange, whose sophisticated beats are the perfect backdrop to our tales — from a virtual listening party to their upcoming New York gigs, we've got the scoop on why this band is a must-see for fans of funky vibes aki...
May 03, 2024•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 365
Catch up with the No Simple Road crew as they discuss everything from the music scene, family life, show recaps & reviews, spirituality, psychedelics, and everything in-between! We produce these episodes in collaboration with The Edible Beats out of Denver, Colorado. Do yourself a favor and head over to their website to find out more! This week on the Weekly Rewind we take it back to pre-Phish Mexico and we recap our inner and outer journey's into the mystical world of Sensory Deprivation. M...
Apr 29, 2024•1 hr 39 min
Catch up with the No Simple Road crew as they discuss everything from the music scene, family life, show recaps & reviews, spirituality, psychedelics, and everything in-between! We produce these episodes in collaboration with The Edible Beats out of Denver, Colorado. Do yourself a favor and head over to their website to find out more! This week on the Weekly Rewind we take it back to pre-Phish Mexico and we recap our inner and outer journey's into the mystical world of Sensory Deprivation. M...
Apr 22, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Death, a companion on our life's journey, often arrives shrouded in silence and fear. Yet, Crystal Flores, a death doula from The Grateful Death, opens a candid dialogue to demystify this final passage. With her guidance, we traverse the emotional and practical facets of end-of-life, uncovering the importance of conversations that many shy away from. She brings her expertise to the fore, coaching families to maintain cherished relationships amidst the chaos of a loved one's passing, all while na...
Apr 19, 2024•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 364
Catch up with the No Simple Road crew as they discuss everything from the music scene, family life, show recaps & reviews, spirituality, psychedelics, and everything in-between! We produce these episodes in collaboration with The Edible Beats out of Denver, Colorado. Do yourself a favor and head over to their website to find out more! This week on the Weekly Rewind is here to help you be as informed as possible heading to see Phish in Las Vegas at The Sphere. We have with us in the studio Jo...
Apr 15, 2024•1 hr 36 min
Prepare yourself for a laughter-filled interview with John "the Barber" Gutwillig of the Disco Biscuits. The conversation swings from the echoes of their eclipse set to the adventurous leap into film with "Revolution in Motion," ensuring a multifaceted exploration of the artistic process. In the undercurrent of our discussion, we unveil the intimate intricacies of podcasting—the joy of content creation, the shared thrills and anxieties we experience with live performances, and the tools we've ga...
Apr 12, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 363
Ever wondered how the spiritual practice of music can unfold into an artistic journey of resilience and creativity? Join us as we sit down with Ric Robertson, multi-instrumentalist and member of the Sam Grisman Project, is a musician whose craft goes far beyond the reach of his strings. Ric's candid revelations offer an intimate glimpse into the soul of a songwriter, as he shares the essence of his upcoming album featuring the evocative "Shellfish Bastard," and the cherished significance behind ...
Apr 08, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 362
Join us on No Simple Road this week as we embark on a profound journey through the realms of psychedelics and personal transformation. Our guest, Cesar Marin of Cultivating Wisdom.net, shares his remarkable story of discovering the power of plant medicine at 54. His late-in-life psychedelic awakening sheds light on the often untold narratives of those who find these experiences in their golden years. Together, we discuss the societal shifts around psychedelics, the therapeutic potential for pers...
Apr 05, 2024•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 361
Catch up with the No Simple Road crew as they discuss everything from the music scene, family life, show recaps & reviews, spirituality, psychedelics, and everything in-between! We produce these episodes in collaboration with The Edible Beats out of Denver, Colorado. Do yourself a favor and head over to their website to find out more! This week on the Weekly Rewind we have a another special guest with us... Matt Greer, Tour Manager for Dark Star Orchestra! We met Matt back in 2018 while at N...
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 35 min
There's something about the rhythm of life on the road that never fails to captivate me, and this week's conversation with The Jauntee has all the beats of an unforgettable jam session. The studio was alive with stories from recent gigs, reflections on how the music scene is bouncing back stronger than ever post-pandemic, and even a tribute that would make Herbie Hancock proud. We shared laughs over the little things that bond us, like the struggle to remember names and the quirky habits we pick...
Mar 29, 2024•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 360
Catch up with the No Simple Road crew as they discuss everything from the music scene, family life, show recaps & reviews, spirituality, psychedelics, and everything in-between! We produce these episodes in collaboration with The Edible Beats out of Denver, Colorado. Do yourself a favor and head over to their website to find out more! This week on the Weekly Rewind we have a special guest with us in studio... Alex Hofmann of the Too Much Effing Perspective podcast! Ever found yourself wonder...
Mar 25, 2024•1 hr 39 min
We are so excited to have Scotty Stoughton, founder of Bonfire Entertainment, as our guest on No Simple Road. There's something truly magnetic about the Winter Wondergrass music festival, and no one knows this better than the man who planted its roots, Scotty Stoughton. As we sat down with the founder himself, we unearthed the core of what makes his festivals more than a gathering - they're a catalyst for community, sustainability, and soul-stirring music. Delving into the heart of Winter Wonder...
Mar 22, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 359
We couldn't be more stoked to have The Owsley Stanley Foundation with us this week on No Simple Road! Redbird Stanley, Starfinder Stanley, Hawk, and Pete all join us this week to talk about the new OSF's Bear's Sonic Journal Release, 'SING OUT!' This is Bear's last known recording of The Grateful Dead at a Seva Benefit concert in 1981. We talk with the crew about how this one came to be, some of the recording techniques involved in capturing this unique room, how they decided to put the booklet ...
Mar 20, 2024•1 hr 33 min
Catch up with the No Simple Road crew as they discuss everything from the music scene, family life, show recaps & reviews, spirituality, psychedelics, and everything in-between! We produce these episodes in collaboration with The Edible Beats out of Denver, Colorado. Do yourself a favor and head over to their website to find out more! This week on the Weekly Rewind we get into a talk surrounding our future. With the rise of Artificial Intelligence and the strides being made in robotics, we a...
Mar 18, 2024•1 hr 10 min
We are so damn excited to have Comedian, Actor, Beatboxer, Musician, and Author Reggie Watts as our guest this week on No Simple Road. No other artist has captured the collective consciousness of this crew of weirdos quite like Reggie Watts. If you've seen his live performances, read his new book 'Great Falls, MT: Fast Times, Post-Punk Weirdos, and a Tale of Coming Home Again', heard his music, or had the pleasure of listening to his soliloquy you know that he is like no other. Creating each per...
Mar 15, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 358
We're back with another Artist's Spotlight featuring Chris "Hollywood" English of the Sam Grisman Project! If you've been paying attention to the music scene lately you've heard about the Sam Grisman Project. With a collection of talent rarely seen, this band is creating some of the most incredible musical experiences around. And if you've see them live or listened to the music they make you've had chills run up your spine hearing Chris English sing and play percussion. Chris J. English or “Holl...
Mar 13, 2024•1 hr 21 min
Catch up with the No Simple Road crew as they discuss everything from the music scene, family life, show recaps & reviews, spirituality, psychedelics, and everything in-between! We produce these episodes in collaboration with The Edible Beats out of Denver, Colorado. Do yourself a favor and head over to their website to find out more! This week on the Weekly Rewind is all about the Family! We recap this weekend's festivities celebrating our Brother Jordan's 50th birthday, seeing World's Fine...
Mar 11, 2024•1 hr 4 min
This week on No Simple Road we are stoked to have Tyler Ramsey as our guest on the show! At the core of any great singer-songwriter lies this inherent trait of stage presence, one where an entire room, no matter the size, is pulled in by this lyrical tractor beam — all eyes, emotions and energies aimed in one direction at a single voice. For Tyler Ramsey, it’s being able to honestly connect with the listener, whether it be a packed room amid a live show or just someone throwing on his melodies i...
Mar 08, 2024•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 357
Catch up with the No Simple Road crew as they discuss everything from the music scene, family life, show recaps & reviews, spirituality, psychedelics, and everything in-between! We produce these episodes in collaboration with The Edible Beats out of Denver, Colorado. Do yourself a favor and head over to their website to find out more! This week on the Weekly Rewind we give you a full re-telling of our memories (or lack thereof) from our journey to Phish Mexico. Everything from The Conductor ...
Mar 04, 2024•1 hr 22 min
We couldn't be more stoked to have our brothers Spunj in the studio with us this week on No Simple Road! Spunj is a high energy, multi-genre four-piece based out of Eugene, Oregon. Using their diverse musical backgrounds and tastes, Spunj believes in making their live shows not just a musical performance, but an experience. The band incorporates classic songwriting with sections of improvisation to seamlessly weave from genre to genre while keeping the energy high and always danceable. Since 201...
Mar 01, 2024•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 356
Catch up with the No Simple Road crew as they discuss everything from the music scene, family life, show recaps & reviews, spirituality, psychedelics, and everything in-between! We produce these episodes in collaboration with MELT PREMIUM MUSHROOM CHOCOLATES. Follow them on Instagram @meltmushrooms. DM them for info and let them know we sent you. This week on the No Simple Road Weekly Rewind we have a special guest in the studio with us... Blake Boris-Schacter, owner of the coolest venue her...
Feb 26, 2024•2 hr 7 min
We are extremely excited to have The Sweet Lillies in the studio with us this week on No Simple Road! The Sweet Lillies have incorporated all of their cumulative life-experiences into their music, their songwriting, and their artistry, crafting an uncommonly-beautiful style they have christened 'String Americana" - a nod to the band's all encompassing musical tastes and willingness to experiment with genres. In the midst of one of the craziest storms in decades in the Pacific Northwest the Sweet...
Feb 23, 2024•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 355
Catch up with the No Simple Road crew as they discuss everything from the music scene, family life, show recaps & reviews, spirituality, psychedelics, and everything in-between! We produce these episodes in collaboration with MELT PREMIUM MUSHROOM CHOCOLATES. Follow them on Instagram @meltmushrooms. DM them for info and let them know we sent you. This week on the No Simple Road Weekly Rewind our Conductor bares his soul about some recent struggles he's been facing and not talking about up un...
Feb 19, 2024•57 min
We are super excited to have David Gebroe, host of the Discograffiti Podcast, as our guest on No Simple Road this week. Dave Gebroe has written, produced, and directed two feature films to date. The Homeboy, distributed worldwide by Urban Entertainment, marked his debut. His follow-up was the horror hit Zombie Honeymoon. After a successful festival run (Slamdance, Sitges, Hamptons, Torino, San Francisco International, and many others), Zombie Honeymoon was picked up for national distribution by ...
Feb 16, 2024•2 hr 1 min•Ep. 354
