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The Nashville ArtistJordan SwaffordIn this milestone episode, BJ Barbee flips the mic and interviews me, Jordan Swafford — drummer, podcaster, and creator . I talk about my journey, from childhood curiosities like Star Wars and Batman to discovering rhythm and eventually drumming. My influences include Queen, Blink-182, Tool, and drummers like Travis Barker.I share how discipline, routine, and self-belief keep me grounded while balancing music, podcasting, and entrepreneurship. Since 2021, this podcast has grown into a platform where artists can share their struggles, triumphs, and lessons.For me, it all comes back to resilience, cu...
2025-10-031h 38The Nashville ArtistJoel BarnettIn this episode, I hang out with the multitalented Joel Barnett. He’s a painter, woodworker, drummer, and pro BMX rider—the first extreme athlete to join our roster of incredible artists! His insights span multiple industries. In this episode, we dive into Joel's early roots in BMX, exploring wall riding, stalling, and other tricks. He shares his unique visualization techniques, crafting models of skateparks and ramps from wood and cardboard to practice with tech decks and finger bikes. After injuries, he learned to manifest tricks on these handmade models, studying the physics needed to ex...
2025-04-112h 37The Nashville ArtistSara BugIn this episode, I hang out with Sara Bug, the country queen herself. Her style is laid-back, introspective, jangly, beachy, swampy, and beautifully crafted. Sara has immense respect for the legendary Jimmy Buffett, and you’ll want to tune in to discover her favorite Buffett songs.These days, Sara focuses more on songwriting than practicing an instrument. She shares her routine of jotting down notes for song ideas and skillfully compiling them. Then, she picks up her guitar to weave everything together, treating her writing like journaling or poetry.Sa...
2025-03-2657 minThe Nashville ArtistTony SobotaIn this episode, I hang out with the painting wonder Tony Sobota. Tony is obsessed with color theory and exploring deeper meanings in his work. Coming from a creative family, Tony fondly remembers his father making furniture and his mother taking him to a Vincent Van Gogh exhibit, which sparked his interest in art. Growing up in the '80s, he loved building forts, drawing, and playing Ninja Turtles on Nintendo.Influenced by Norman Rockwell, Tony discusses how seeing a photograph and then the painting evokes different feelings. He s...
2025-02-211h 37The Nashville ArtistChris PeranichIn this episode, I hang out with the talented Chris Peranich. Chris is not just a guitarist and singer; he’s also a passionate Pokémon enthusiast. In this episode, he shares how video games fuel his songwriting, with a dream of having one of his songs play during an epic chase scene in a game.
As a freelance musician, Chris collaborates with artists like Ritt Momney, Daniel Nunnalee, and Noah Pope. He also leads an original instrumental band called Disappearing Teeth Trick, alongside Ian Shaw and Levi Bennett. This power trio draws inspiration from...
2025-01-252h 36The Nashville ArtistNicki RicciIn this episode, I hang out with Nicki Ricci. Nicki is a multifaceted talent in the music industry. As a promoter, stage manager, merch manager, personal assistant, and DJ, Nicki embodies the essence of a true music business "hasher, dasher, slasher." She has collaborated with notable artists like Margo Price and Yellowcard.
Nicki's journey began with her knack for selecting songs that resonated with others, often imagining music for commercials and movie scenes. A pivotal encounter with Patrick Clifford at Retrofit Records in Florida led her to Nashville.
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2025-01-042h 29The Nashville ArtistMighty Joe NolanIn this episode, I hang out with Mighty Joe Nolan. Joe is a multifaceted singer/songwriter, painter, author, and guitarist. Joe’s recent book, *Nowville: The Untold History of Nashville’s Contemporary Art Scene*, explores the city’s art from the 1990s to 2015.
Joe approaches writing about art with passion, focusing only on what excites him and avoiding pieces that don’t inspire him. He believes writing about art he dislikes is a waste of time.
His creative process is eclectic, switching between music and painting as a way to refre...
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Mere ChristiansJeremy Swafford (CFO at Southeast Restoration)How to cultivate humility and a Jesus-like others-obsession, why multiple pastors have quit ministry to work at Southeast, and the spiritual benefits of sticking with a job for many years.Links Mentioned:Jeremy Swafford on LinkedInSoutheast RestorationLighthouse MinistriesEpisode: Audiobook excerpt of The Sacredness of Secular WorkEpisode: Tim Keller (Author of Forgive)Episode: N.T. Wright (Theologian)Episode: Skye Jethani (Co-host of the Holy Post Podcast)Episode: Josh Thompson (Janitor)Episode: Gary Chapman (Author of The 5 Love Languages)Episode: Bobo Beck (Realtor + Author of Wisdom Calling)Episode: Michael Hyatt (Founder and Chairman of Full Focus)Episode: David...
2024-10-3047 minThe Nashville ArtistBilly!In this episode, I hang out with Billy!. Billy is a talented singer-songwriter, sardine connoisseur, and horror film enthusiast. Billy embraces intentional improvisation in his music, creating space for spontaneity and leading to beautiful outcomes. His songs embody themes of hope, love, and comfort, inviting listeners to let go and embrace the moment.
Billy has a unique approach to understanding music; he often backtracks through his favorite artists' influences to grasp the essence of their sound. Want to support Billy? Listen to his music, send him a DM, or chat with him in person—do...
2024-10-291h 50The Nashville ArtistMaggie MilesIn this episode, I hang out with Maggie Miles. Maggie is an alternative-indie artist with a passion for playing piano and guitar—and a love for all things Star Wars.
Maggie draws inspiration from movement and explores deep themes of spirituality, as well as the feelings we often struggle to express. Her music is a heartfelt reflection of her commitment to her art, embracing both the pain and vulnerability that come with it.
In our conversation, Maggie offers invaluable advice for aspiring artists: attend shows and coffee shops, understand th...
2024-09-281h 06The Nashville ArtistKameron JaneIn this episode, I hang out with Kameron Jane. Kameron is a multi-talented singer/songwriter and musician from the band Jane and the Killer Queens, who also happens to be a proud spider lover! 🕷️
Kameron is a complex artist, both enigmatic and unpredictable, which makes for an engaging conversation. Growing up, she often struggled to communicate with those around her. But through music, she found a powerful cathartic release. Her songs are a vibrant expression of female rage and empowerment.
With a mission to spread love, Kameron seeks to creat...
2024-09-131h 34The Nashville ArtistFlamguIn this episode, I hang out with Flamgu. Flamgu is a versatile, visionary artist and painter who revels in "frolicking." Flamgu's art draws power from the dualities of reality, blending light and dark, feminine and masculine, in a mesmerizing dance.
At the heart of Flamgu's process lies the anatomical heart, serving as an anchor point as her paintings flow and evolve, with ventricles transforming into sweeping landscapes. This organic approach imbues her work with a sense of movement and vitality.
Flamgu's artistic journey is enriched by live painting, where...
2024-08-211h 14The Nashville ArtistSavannah ToalIn this episode, I hang out with Savannah Toal. Savannah is a plant designer, businesswoman, and space curator who brings people’s plant dreams to life.
In this episode, you’ll learn Savannah’s strategies for decorating a room with different plants, including various potting techniques to spice up a space. She also shares her favorite plants - Dracaena Marginata and Dwarf Schefflera.
Savannah provides powerful insights for other artists in Nashville. She advises not to burn bridges, to always use your blinkers, and to get out and put yoursel...
2024-07-291h 17The Nashville ArtistMorgan BlantonIn this episode, I hang out with the incredible Morgan Blanton. Morgan is an optimistic fashionista, stylist, and lover of all things Marvel.
In this episode, you'll learn Morgan's methods for making an outfit interesting. She shares important lessons for navigating the Nashville scene, like not being too trusting and forgiving. Morgan also discusses one of the biggest fashion mistakes - judging others for what they wear. Find out who her favorite Marvel superhero is.
Some of Morgan's favorite vintage shops in the area include HGH, Backslide, Black Shag...
2024-07-141h 13The Nashville ArtistQuinton KufahlIn this episode, I hang out with Quinton Kufahl. Quinton is an over-the-top drummer, singer, and devoted Batman and KISS fan. Quinton’s art blends his diverse inspirations, seamlessly mixing elements of KISS, Batman, and other passions into his noir-meets-action-hero band IDOL.
Quinton’s drumming journey began at age 5, and he’s recently been honing his rudiments, with a focus on doubles, paradiddles, and sixteenths. Currently touring with Holocene, he shares tips for overseas travel as a working musician.
Quinton’s wide-ranging musical influences include KISS, Black Veil Brides, Avenged S...
2024-06-151h 06The Nashville ArtistBryant RikardIn this episode, I hang out with the passionate and comedic singer-songwriter Bryant Rikard.
Bryant draws major inspiration from Layne Staley of Alice In Chains. Hearing “Smells Like Teen Spirit” by Nirvana as a kid was a pivotal moment that made him pick up the guitar the very next day. He opens up about the challenges of maintaining an authentic songwriting voice when writing daily.
We dive into Bryant’s recording process with his band Safer Dead, and the precision required to nail the perfect vocal take - versus the fre...
2024-06-101h 11The Nashville ArtistDavid IsenbergIn this episode, I hang out with David Isenberg. David is a guitarist, singer, and songwriter.
David is a unique artist who defies genre classifications. While he performs regularly on the honky tonks of Broadway, he doesn’t consider himself a traditional country artist. Instead, he sees himself as an innovative, spiritual creative on a “sacred quest to kick down invisible doors” and bring people into new modes of thinking.
David discusses how his faith and diverse musical influences - from blues to Weird Al - inspire his songwriting. He aims to create music that is auth...
2024-05-211h 08The Nashville ArtistRyan RadoIn this episode, I hang out with. Ryan Rado is a true renaissance man who is a musician, visual artist, painter, and the curator of the legendary Rock Wall Gallery.
He opens up about the struggles he faced in his youth, and how his art became a lifeline, a way to make sense of it all. There’s this fascinating tension between his subconscious and conscious mind that fuels his creative process in profound ways.
When Ryan paints, it’s like an emotional exorcism. The canvas becomes a canvas for h...
2024-05-051h 42The Nashville ArtistKendel LegoreIn this episode, I hang out with Kendel Legore. Kendel is a singer, guitarist, and songwriter. She writes rock music with her band and grew up dancing ballet. Hear about her dog Nova and their daring escape attempts. She even wrote a song from the dog’s perspective. Discover her favorite venue, the East Room, and her go-to restaurant, Black Dynasty Ramen. Influences like Snail Mail, Slint, King Krule, Budge, Superhero, Mckay, Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, and Laney Jones. Enjoy!
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2024-04-2340 minThe Nashville ArtistSam BernhardtIn this episode, I hang out with Sam Bernhardt! Sam is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, and proud owner of two adorable cats, Dr. Pizza and Muffin. Join us as we learn about Sam’s musical journey.
He talks about the profound connection between his creativity and mental health. Sharing that he often finds solace in writing music during difficult times. Drawing inspiration from his friendships, romances, and deep appreciation for nature, Sam’s solo project, “Oblique Angle,” takes listeners on a journey through mellow and psychedelic sounds, characterized by unconventional song structures.
He share...
2024-04-1257 minThe Nashville ArtistNickname JosIn this episode, I hang out with Nickname Jos. Jos is an inquisitive experimental pop artist, producer, writer, multi-instrumentalist, and meditative Fortnite player. Listen as Jos shares his artistic approach, collaborations with other artists, and his relentless pursuit of creativity in all aspects of life.
Jos discusses the challenges artists face when entrusting their work to others and allowing external influences to shape their creations. He offers valuable advice for fellow artists, emphasizing the importance of embracing the uniqueness of your own path and refraining from comparing yourself to others. In addition to his m...
2024-04-031h 50The Nashville ArtistJenny CrescuilloIn this episode, I hang out with Jenny Crescuillo. Jenny is a studio artist whose passion lies in the captivating world of glass art, specializing in casting and cold work. Join us as we delve into her artistic journey and discover the fascinating processes behind coloring and shaping glass.
Jenny's art is a true reflection of her exploration within the medium. Drawing inspiration from her background in soccer, she embraces the physicality and teamwork involved in glasswork. She also shares her favorite venue, The Blue Room, and her go-to restaurant, Mas Tacos, adding a...
2024-03-221h 16The Nashville ArtistAnna WiseIn this episode, I hang out with Anna Wise. Anna is a painter renowned for her mixed media portraits and dreamscapes.
Her art transcends boundaries, blending abstract realism and pop surrealism. Through landscapes, plants, and mythical creatures, she invites you to explore the realms of ambiguity and mystery.
Influential bands like Sonic Youth, Pixies, The Afghan Whigs, and Dinosaur Jr. fuel her artistic fire, infusing her work with a sense of dissonance and intrigue.
She draws her artistic inspiration from a realm of feelings...
2024-03-1259 minThe Nashville ArtistDevin DrakeIn this episode, I hang out with Devin Drake. Devin is a remarkable artist who specializes in miniature models, music, and a deep love for action figures.
In this episode, Devin takes us on a mesmerizing journey through his art. He creates miniature 3D worlds that capture nostalgic moments from a bygone era. His piece “Summer 96’” beautifully encapsulates this feeling of significance.
Discover Devin’s process for turning 2D art into intricate miniature universes filled with nostalgia, splendor, and dreamlike surrealism. From playing with action figures like Tim Burton’s Batman and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to building model cars with...
2024-03-031h 55The Nashville ArtistJohn Paul KeslingIn this episode, I hang out with John Paul Kesling. John is a multi-talented artist known for his painting, sculpting, drawing, and even driveway basketball! John's unique blend of dark humor runs deep within his family, and his artistic journey began with drawing characters like the X-Men, the Batman symbol, and professional wrestlers such as The Ultimate Warrior and Sting.
John talks about overcoming rejection in the art world, developing a resilient mindset, and committing to the long-term pursuit of his craft. If you want to support him as an artist, consider purchasing one...
2024-02-251h 31The Nashville ArtistFoundation MeccaIn this episode, I hang out with Foundation Mecca. Foundation is a rapper, heal hop artist, and producer.
He shares childhood memories of WWE wrestling, Hey Arnold, and Grand Theft Auto, along with his love for action figures from Toys R Us. Discover his journey, from performing 50 Cent’s “In da Club” at a talent show to his disciplined creative tactics, like writing a song every day for 100 days. For tranquility, he likes to meditate to André 3000’s mesmerizing flute album, “New Blue Sun.”
Reflecting on his musical roots, one of his first cassette...
2024-02-181h 27The Nashville ArtistConner SullivanIn this episode, I hang out with Conner Sullivan. Conner is a talented guitarist, experimental noise artist, and avid Criterion Collection lover. With a background rooted in the sounds of 90's country and 80's metal, Conner takes us on a journey through his musical evolution.
Conner reminisces about his early days in high school, playing with his first band called Jawws and honing his skills performing in venues all around Nashville. He talks about his personal struggles with imposter syndrome and overcoming self-criticism, offering valuable insights for aspiring artists.
Conner is a multi-faceted musician, actively...
2024-02-101h 22The Nashville ArtistStephen RobertsIn this episode, I hang out with Stephen Roberts. Stephen is an indie folk rock songwriter, singer, and guitarist with a love for aggressive in-line skating.
Stephen shares his early attachment to The Beach Boys’ “Surfer Girl” and how a guitar solo from an Alter Bridge song moved him in 4th grade. He started learning Blink 182 and Alkaline Trio songs on the guitar. Stephen reveals unique music methods, like stabbing a mug filled with change as a percussion instrument.
Learn how Stephen and Christian Barraks (featured in episode #5) formed their band, Mama Would Be Proud. Stephe...
2024-01-312h 00The Nashville ArtistLindsy DavisIn this episode, I hang out with Lindsy Davis. Lindsy is a talented multi-disciplinary artist, skill collector, and cat lover. Lindsy's artistic range is truly impressive, spanning sculptures, paintings, ceramics, installations, basket weaving, printmaking, drawing, botanical inks, and more. She's a sustainable artist who often incorporates elements from her garden into her creations, showcasing her ability to build from the ground up.
Lindsy shares her passion for building sculptures and painting on canvas, with a particular affinity for the visual aspects of gestaltism. She explores the concept that the whole is greater than the sum of its...
2024-01-201h 36The Nashville ArtistRyan BigelowIn this episode, I hang out with Ryan Bigelow. Ryan is a singer/ songwriter, multi instrumentalist, and person who loves to “razz” the audience. Growing up adoring guitar shredders like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Jimmy Page. Ryan learned he had to overcome the need for there to be a guitar solo in every song. Now he plays “anti-solos.” When he was younger, he loved dinosaurs, especially velociraptors. Listening, you’ll learn his songwriting process and what influenced his band Rig B’s latest record called “Now!”. Turning his acoustic writings into electric shoe gaze or “organized chaos” as he calls it. His favo...
2024-01-131h 23The Nashville ArtistJyouIn this episode, I hang out with Jyou. Jyou is a rapper, producer, videographer, and connoisseur of gummies. He shares stories of writing raps with his cousin at an early age. Watching his cousin and his cousin’s father create a record label and a music video on YouTube called “Beats, Ballers, and Whips.” Their work ethic ignited Jyou’s passion to pursue his own musical dreams. In school, Jyou honed his free styling skills as a way to energize and entertain people around him, often referencing his city, people he knew, or favorite sports team. This practice taught him the...
2024-01-0650 minThe Nashville ArtistCaden StoneIn this episode, I hang out with Caden Stone. Caden is a guitarist, producer, nerd for bass, and painter of Star Wars Legion figures. He shares stories of building the Star Wars Lego Death Star and other ships as a kid. One of his favorite artistic routines is finding an album he likes and then playing guitar to it. He draws a lot of inspiration from house music, jazz fusion, and 80s pop. Caden talks about how he overcame stage fright and harnessing the energy for shows. His advice for artists is to know who to trust, surround yourself...
2023-12-3141 minThe Nashville ArtistArchie SummersIn this episode, I hang out with Archie Summers. Archie is a singer/songwriter, and lover of random facts. He was introduced to music and the guitar through playing the song “In My Place” by Coldplay on expert mode in Guitar Hero. His formative years were spent writing with his first band called Ill Spector. Archie talks about doing tons of Cage The Elephant covers in elementary school, so much so that his teachers told him to pick other music haha. His writing routines are extremely casual, but he likes to consume massive amounts of random information. Picking up his...
2023-12-231h 32The Nashville ArtistJalen AndersonIn this episode, I hang out with Jalen Anderson. Jalen is a comedian, actor, and filmmaker. Some of his favorite actors/comedians are Robert Downey Jr., Dave Chappelle, and Nate Bargatze. He talks about his formula for joke writing: he wants you to learn, like, and laugh. He makes it a point to watch movies, tv shows, and play video games so that he can always yield fresh content for his comedy. Listening, you’ll learn how his comedy group Sketchy As Hell came about. Jalen feels that his role on Earth is to make others laugh and feel go...
2023-12-141h 30The Nashville ArtistLucy From The InternetIn this episode, I hang out with Lucy From The Internet. Lucy is a heady, idiosyncratic, and minimal mixed media artist, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and lover of overstimulation. Their art tends to be chaotic and repetitive, but seamless. They like to immerse people in a world where remaining a child, being curious, wondrous, and having an uninhibited nature is the norm. They talk about the importance of application and doing the work as the Stoics say. Living your life is doing the work. Observing your behavior and how that can affect your art. Part of their artistic process is writing...
2023-12-051h 37The Nashville ArtistAngie LeseIn this episode, I hang out with Angie Lese. Angie is a drummer, Tarot reader, and previously a meteorologist. She talks about her journey going from meteorologist to rock n roller. A can basher, who learns from listening, and drawn to the live show experience. Taking notes from lead singers and using that behind the kit. Her dream gig is to play drums for Alanis Morissette. Her dream venue to play is Red Rocks Amphitheatre. She’s a determined workhorse, who’s fun, and a team player. Going beyond the role of musician to manager, merchandiser, and career builder. She...
2023-11-271h 14The Nashville ArtistFausterIn this episode, I hang out with Fauster. Fauster is an eclectic/experimental artist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer. He shares how he learned musical composition at an early age. By listening to music and then replicating what he hears in GarageBand to better understand song structure. “Playing the computer” as he likes to call it. He’s an avid fan of the 22 year old video game Super Smash Brothers Melee. Watching content on YouTube to playing it competitively online. As he says, “it’s like jazz.” Fauster likes to make music that he wants to listen to. Taking from many different ge...
2023-11-181h 16The Nashville ArtistZillaIn this episode, I hang out with Zilla. Zilla is a rapper/hip hop artist, writer, poet, and part time legal assistant. He’s drawn to contemporary world issues, studying the events, and then peoples’ reactions to the events. He likes to understand the why on every side in politics. He cut his teeth writing raps to other people’s beats like the Lil Romeo Show. The first album he ever bought on ITunes was Kanye West’s 808s & Heartbreak. Zilla was lucky enough to perform in the Donda show in Atlanta. One of his biggest strengths as an artist is...
2023-11-111h 00The Nashville ArtistK.O.NIn this episode, I hang out with K.O.N. He is an abstract hip-hop artist and producer who allows his sensitivity to guide his creative vision. We talk about the cryptic nature of music and its appeal over being understood. Sometimes the feeling is more important than the subject matter. He recommends new artists to be consistent in their efforts and create everyday. Stating that what you do behind closed doors is most important. Greatness always shines through so be yourself no matter what. He describes the struggles of going from a full time college student to a...
2023-10-2155 minThe Nashville ArtistNick FairIn this episode, I hang out with Nick Fair. Nick is a singer, songwriter, and underground yo-yo master. An artist who is genuine, light hearted, but also treads the dichotomy of "come and listen, but also fuck you" line. His music provides depth with a little sting when he performs live. Remaining human and dissipating the seriousness of life in the process. Influences like John Prine, Joni Mitchell, Pine Grove, Christian Lee Hutson, Phoebe Bridgers, and James Taylor. Nick shares his experience of overcoming the box of forcing creativity and the comparison trap. He talks about the importance of...
2023-10-141h 29The Nashville ArtistJacob CruzIn this episode, I hang out with Jacob Cruz. Jacob is a drummer, audio engineer, lover of pro wrestling, and absurd comedy like I Think You Should Leave. He plays drums for several bands including Blemish, Circuit Circuit, and Article V. He talks about his love of telling stories via beats and rhythms 🥁. Influences like Title Fight, Turnstile, Slipknot, Dillinger Escape Plan, and Nirvana. 🎶 Favorite drummers like Travis Barker, Tony Williams, Joey Jordison, Chris Penny, Neil Peart, John Bonham, Alex Van Halen, Eric Moore, Tony Royster Jr., and Ben Russin. 🥁 He shares the importance of learning to say no and taking...
2023-10-031h 36The Nashville ArtistBlemishIn this episode, I hang out with Nick Giosa and Cole Gardiner of the band Blemish. Blemish is a metal band with distinct riffs, scorching vocals, primal screams, and grooves as if it was a goblin under the bridge. Listen to learn more about Nick's influences from soundtracks by Danny Elfman and Tim burton films. A dark edge, a silent tone, and a sense of the macabre lingers in the world Nick creates his music from. Find out his songwriting process and his favorite scent of candle. Cole is laid back, easy going, and fun, but behind the mic...
2023-08-231h 57The Nashville ArtistNovéIn this episode, I hang out with Nové. Nové is a Groovy, R'n'B, and Soul singer, songwriter, and lover of Yacht rock. When Christoper Cross hits, “sailing,” it takes Nové away. Listen to learn her roots. She’s fun, vibrant, and destroys social barriers by not living life too seriously. Fun, light hearted, but full of depth and intrigue. She loves what she loves and isn’t ashamed, a breath of fresh air in this validation culture. One of her favorite places to perform is at The Cobra. Her approach to songwriting is making fun songs with serious topics. She talks a...
2023-08-0848 minThe Nashville ArtistJulien FosterIn this episode, I hang out with Julien Foster. Julien is a producer, graphic artist, DJ(Space Cadet), multi-instrumentalist, and transcriber of ancient music. He loves the natural as well as the electronic. Blending the natural with synth and ambient elements. Coming from a musical family, his father, Radney Foster, is a country music star. Julien created the Space Cadet Quintet with his father and his brother Jack. Space Cadet Quintet is an eclectic mixture of tropical lounge jazz, reminiscent of the 60's with modern production elements. He recommends artists study the music and art that influenced their favorite...
2023-08-021h 43The Nashville ArtistZach SmallIn this episode, I hang out with Zach Small. Zach is a bicycle designer, machinist, engineer, and owner of Amigo Frameworks. He talks about his love for punk music, raising hell in Southern California, living in a giant warehouse, and of course bikes. He lives and breathes the punk ethos. Psilocybin micro-dosing is his preferred performance enhancing drug when he’s on a 100 mile gravel ride. Being inspired by the Goonies at a young age made him find solace and freedom in taking off on his bike. Learn about his different bicycle builds from the rugged “Bugout” bike to his cu...
2023-07-261h 47The Nashville ArtistBennett.ioIn this episode, I hang out with Bennett.io. Bennett is an EDM artist, singer, and songwriter. They love making simple, catchy, lo-fi, pop melodies with background sounds resembling Nintendo games. Listen to find out their production process for going about getting the right snare sample. Growing up in Detroit, Bennett would spend all of their money on gas and EDM, electronic, and techno music. They talk about overcoming the need to control everything and how to relinquish that control. Bennett recommends collecting ducks from duck machines to meet new people out and about. Mainly the duck machine at...
2023-07-121h 57The Nashville ArtistMichael SantoroIn this episode, I hang out with Michael Santoro. Michael is a fine art photographer, print specialist, cinematographer, and celestial set designer. His photos resemble something like a dream, vacant, void, and everyday. His photos are about removing the distracting minutiae to get a timeless masterpiece. A minimalist approach to create the “back rooms” of life. Video game lingo for spaces out of bounds from the base game. Being fascinated by the unknown and what shouldn’t be drives Michael’s work. He shares his experiences growing up in a monoculture, thinking he should pursue engineering, until he realized his pass...
2023-06-272h 25The Nashville ArtistSon Of The ChallengerIn this episode, I hang out with Laney Esper. Laney is a singer, songwriter, guitar muser, writer, and jumper-a-rounder. She likes to connect her songs to the simpler things in nature like roly-polys and being a farm cat. Her childlike sense of curiosity keeps her awareness open, not judging things as she observes them. We talk about the joys of recess and riding bikes with your friends. The instant nostalgia in the small things. She shares the importance of having the audacity to execute on your ideas and to go up to someone you don't know and make a...
2023-06-211h 38The Nashville ArtistKelton YoungIn this episode, I hang out with Kelton Young. Kelton is a guitarist, singer, and recently stand-up comedian. It’s the smallness of life that he appreciates and tries to capture through his music. Not becoming cynical or lost in a mindless drivel of pessimism. He enjoys his internet tangents, finding simple things to be moved by. Like a baby's first words or a father returning home from war. One of his goals is to listen to every song, but in Dream Wave, he writes and performs dream pop. Dream Wave is steeped in slowcore, the artsy music scene re...
2023-05-2458 minThe Nashville ArtistSierra TorresIn this episode, I hang out with Sierra Torres. Sierra is a singer, painter, photographer, and lover of mythology and philosophy. Her paintings range from watercolor portraits with line fractures through their faces to paintings raising awareness for domestic violence called sugar coated abuse. She describes her music in Gin Wife as angsty, but pretty. Matched with a pretty/gross aesthetic. Red lipstick and a suit by an abandoned hotel pool. Like French, pretty fashion culture meets 80s Brit Punk. A romantic tale of self-sabotage. Her biggest advice for artists is you can't be a part of the scene...
2023-04-011h 23The Nashville ArtistEmily ChavarieIn this episode, I hang out with Emily Chavarie. Emily is a photographer, screen printer, and lover of the creative process. She’s lively, fun, and makes people feel wonderful. Coming from a film/photography background, her mother filmed the Challenger explosion. She learned early that snapping images was her path. Emily loves capturing people in their element, ephemeral, and fleeting moments. She’s an in-house show photographer for Eastside Bowl. She shares the importance of unapologetically caring about the things that are important to you. Be confident talking about yourself when networking. Be kind to yourself and know that...
2023-03-1051 minThe Nashville ArtistAva BeathardIn this episode, I hang out with Ava Beathard. Ava is a singer/songwriter and guitarist. She writes indie pop music. Influences like Phoebe Bridgers and Billie Eilish. She talks about her journey starting out on Ukulele playing covers and posting them on YouTube to creating her own music. She describes overcoming stage fright to bring her digital presence to a live setting. Not having a band and having to gather the resources to build her vision. Her biggest advice for artists is consistency is key. Keep putting out stuff. Her favorite Nashville venue is the End. She has n...
2023-02-0426 minThe Nashville ArtistSarah CollinsIn this episode, I hang out with Sarah Collins. Sarah is a multi-disciplinary artist who loves cooking ASMR videos. Mediums ranging from drawing, fine art, and graphic design. She's inspired by cakes, flowers, and nature. From pastries to floral arrangements. Artistic influences like Agnes Martin, Inès Longevial, Camilla Engstrom, Mark Rothko, and the illustrator Furry Little Peach. Other inspirations such as The Magic Treehouse books, the movie The 3 Ninjas, and the show Maggie and the Ferocious Beast. We talk about how Nashville is a great melting pot for artistic ingenuity, loads of talent, and the support to push e...
2023-01-3038 minThe Nashville ArtistChristina ColemanIn this episode, I hang out with Christina Coleman. Christina is a photographer, set designer, and lover of stop motion, claymation, and cars. The analytical meets creative, Christina is an organized hype person in her artistic endeavors. A person who loves the car, but hates the road. A 1969 Nissan Datsun 240z is her ideal. Smooth round headlights with hard edges, similar aesthetics are found in her photographs. Her photography could be described as a familiar, comfortable, dreamlike state mixing hard and soft surfaces, especially triangles. She loves film photography because it slows her down, making her consider every aspect...
2023-01-212h 23The Nashville ArtistJuniper EveleenIn this episode, I hang out with Juniper Eveleen. Juniper is a singer, songwriter, guitarist, fashionista, craftsperson, and is passionate about mental health. She creates whimsical, eclectic, raw, and provocative art, drawing on things that move her negatively, and using it as her diary. We talk about how comfort can be your worst enemy and self talk to get you moving towards something that'll make you grow. She shares the importance of creating a safe space in your home for your art, yourself, your thoughts, and your feelings. Also how it's okay to not know what you are doing a...
2022-12-221h 34The Nashville ArtistJune RosewellIn this episode, I hang out with June Rosewell. June is a singer, guitarist, events coordinator and music director at WRVU Vanderbilt, and lover of human centered design thinking. She empathizes the importance of relationships and interpersonal relationships. She talks about recording Mad World by Gary Jules in the studio when she was 3. Knowing then that she was destined to write sad music. She describes her involvement with setting up the Nashville Film Festival with Maslow's hierarchy of needs in mind. Listen to hear about her songwriting process, writing music as a journal entry, and how some of her s...
2022-12-0144 minThe Nashville ArtistDelaney KeithIn this episode, I hang out with Delaney Keith. Delaney is an actor inspired by nonlinear plots and uninhibited public emotions. Learning and letting go. She describes different forms of acting, from dogmatic methods to more free form and spontaneous. Listen to find out her dream role. Acting influences like Frances McDormand, Jessica Chastain, Audrey Hepburn, Laura Linney, Meryl Streep, Oscar Isaac, Greta Gerwig, and Robert De Niro. Movie Influences like Seven Samurai, The Big Lebowski, and Frances Ha. She shares the importance of having craft, developing craft, but then being able to let it go. She’s inspired by the...
2022-11-061h 19The Nashville ArtistLily OhpheliaIn this episode, I hang out with Lily Ohphelia. Lily is a singer, guitarist, arranger, and lover of fashion. Introspective, meditative, and cerebral, Ohphelia is the thinking person’s folk music. Folk that moves like jazz combined with soul sister harmonies. Influences like Joni Mitchell, Carrie Underwood, Adrianne Lenker, Big Thief, The Beatles, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Carmen Canedo, Brennan Wedl, Jacob Collier, The Raconteurs, and American Idol. She describes how much Joni Mitchell means to her and the impact she's had on her life and music. Learning self-love and acceptance, Lily writes healing music. Drawing from life experiences, not fo...
2022-10-211h 08The Nashville ArtistBummer WorldIn this episode, I hang out with Deshaun and Cam of Bummer World. The brains and brawn of the trio (including Happy episode #34) that make up Bummer World. Bummer World is a lifestyle brand among many other things. Cannabis, clothing, and culture. The brand encompasses pop ups, fashion shows, concerts, skate parks, flee markets, etc. We talk about the difference between having friends/ having a team and the difference between hosting a free event/paid event. Deshaun discusses vendor/ merch table etiquette. The do’s and don’t s at tables where items are sold. For instance, don’t be fron...
2022-10-051h 31The Nashville ArtistLove MontageIn this episode, I hang out with Love Montage. He is a singer, multi-instrumentalist, blog writer, and person with a vast imagination. He takes DIY bedroom budget pop to the max, efficiently, without sacrificing charm. Influences like The Strokes, Alabama Shakes, Mac Demarco, The Flaming Lips, Sam Cook, Curtis Mayfield, Marvin Gaye, The Black Keys, Guided By Voices, and Gorillaz. We talk about growing up with satellite TV and cable. For me, CartoonNetwork was channel 34, for him it was G1-8. We discuss overcoming the vulnerabilities one is faced with when putting out their art. He talks about functional...
2022-09-081h 45The Nashville ArtistJosh NorfleetIn this episode, I hang out with Josh Norfleet. Josh is a guitarist, works in radio, and loves dark comedy. He plays guitar in his own band called The Reveal and Violet Moons. Learn how he went from playing bluegrass with his Dad and uncle to playing Egyptian hillbilly funk rock. We talk about how “easy” the Eagles take it. Influences like the Eagles, Harry Styles, Jimi Hendrix, John Mayer, Jimmy Martin, and Sick Puppies. Guitar influences like Brad Paisley, Joe Walsh, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Tony Rice, and playing Guitar Hero. He's a chaotic player at times, who likes to t...
2022-08-1850 minThe Nashville ArtistSean BoozIn this episode, I hang out with Sean Booz. Sean is a drummer, guitarist, singer, analog videographer, and lover of all things mystic. From drawing pictures to making stop motion videos with his action figures as a kid, he's always identified as an artist. Ranging from music videos to video flyers, Sean takes the experimental to new heights. From punk drumming to shoegaze guitar playing. Influences like Green Day, Fugazi, R.E.M., My Bloody Valentine, Patti Smith, and Nirvana. Directors such as David Lynch, Stanley Kubrick, Paul Thomas Anderson, Jean- Luc Godard, and Francois Truffaut. Listen as we ta...
2022-08-071h 25The Nashville ArtistHannah DelynnIn this episode, I hang out with Hannah Delynn. Hannah is a guitarist, singer, elemental researcher, Lord of the Rings lover, and plant whisperer. Learn about her live show at Acme Radio Live called Friends of Mine with Caroline Bowman and how it came into existence. She shares how nature inspires her art, such as when the sun hits a certain way and you are dreamy. She talks about her spiritual Ayahuasca retreat in the Amazon rainforest in Peru. She describes how collaboration is the key to her love of music. Influences like Green Day, Feist, Matt Corby, The...
2022-07-131h 35
The Nashville ArtistFull MoodIn this episode, I hang out with Full Mood. It features Nick Morelly and Miranda McLaughlin. Full Mood is an Indie synth pop band. Learn how they moved to Nashville sight unseen and connected to the community through the Basement's weekly Tuesday meet up called New Faces Night.
Nick is a guitarist, pianist, drummer, and mathematician. We talk about our favorite drum books such as Gary Chester’s New Breed and 4 way coordination. Nick describes how Neil Peart of Rush is his greatest influence as a drummer and nowadays J.D. Beck. He loves chess and the Rubik's cube. Som...
2022-06-271h 22The Nashville ArtistLuke SchneiderIn this episode, I hang out with Luke Schneider. Luke is a pedal steel player, ambient musician, incense maker, and artist at Third Man Records. His ambient shows consist of whimsical, droning tones, musky smells from lit incense, and visually stunning light panels. A custom scent for his shows, connecting smells with sounds was the catalyst for Forestdale Incense. Loveless by My Bloody Valentine shaped his outlook on guitar pedals. Learn how he is cracking the code with unconventional pedal methods. He share’s the importance of knowing your place and not taking someone’s musical direction personally. Routines like...
2022-06-111h 39The Nashville ArtistHappy HaugenIn this episode, I hang out with Happy Haugen. Happy is a singer, guitarist, bassist, community collaborator, and master logger of state license plates. He plays in several different bands including Ohphelia, Snooper, and Impediment. From playing high energy spycore feel in Snooper to the elaborate, sophisticated, and smooth Ohphelia. Happy lives at both edges of the spectrum. Listen as we talk about our love for Trader Joe’s and appreciation for a child’s curiosity and sense of wonder. Happy’s favorite band is the Replacements. Books he recommends are the Replacements biography and Alex Chilton (Big Star) biogra...
2022-05-1956 minThe Nashville ArtistJess AwhIn this episode, I hang out with Jess Awh. Jess is a singer, songwriter, and guitar player in her band Bats. When she's not making music she likes to draw. Jess has a background in musical anthropology and ethnomusicology. Specifically Native American heritage. Learn about her barefoot childhood, singing as her guiding light to the world, and exploring Magic Treehouse books. She describes her writing process, self-reflection, wild times on Megabus, and how part of her record Blue Cabinet was recorded in the back of her car. Tennessee has her heart, the sounds of train whistles means home to...
2022-05-0632 minThe Nashville ArtistArchie BluIn this episode, I hang out with Archie Blu. Archie is a guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He lives at the musical extremes of metal and indie rock. He plays metal in Color Motive and indie rock in Archie Blu. We reminisce on fun problems to have fending off nature and high school hang outs in Chattanooga, TN. Influences like The Smiths, The Strokes, Franz Ferdinand, Megadeth, Jethro Tull, The Beatles, Ariel Pink, and Mac DeMarco. We discuss Lo-Fi music and how achievable, approachable, and rebellious it is. Listen to learn his Nashville beginnings story and how his 3 month tour...
2022-04-291h 01The Nashville ArtistGrace HallIn this episode, I hang out with Grace Hall. Grace is an interdisciplinary artist with mediums ranging from paintings, sculptures, collages, installations, etc. Coming from an art family has given her a unique perspective on the subject. Her favorite arts and crafts store, Turnip Green creative reuse is a world of wonder for her creative endeavors. Her collages range from ethereal and regal to mosslike foliage wonders. Portrait paintings to alien like band installations. She’s done art installations for bands such as Briston Maroney, Allison Young, and Future Crib. She shares how having a clean art space brings he...
2022-04-172h 10The Nashville ArtistDhalton HorsmanIn this episode, I hang out with Dhalton Horsman. Dhalton is a rock n roller who plays guitar and sings in his band A Tribe Of Horsman. Dhalton comes from a mixed Native American background of Shawnee and Cahuilla, Serrano. Listen how his indigenous roots have impacted his artistic perspective and stories about ceremonial dances on his family’s reservation. Influences like Otis Rush, Magic Sam, Hubert Sumlin, Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, Ritchie Blackmore, Tony Iommi, and Rory Gallagher. From the first time he heard Kashmir by Led Zeppelin, the obsession with Jimmy Page was born. You’ll learn how...
2022-04-0740 minThe Nashville ArtistSarah GoldsteinIn this episode, I hang out with Sarah Goldstein. Sarah is a graphic designer, avid cyclist, cross country driver, and lover of electronic ambient music. She is the graphic designer at Third Man Records. Sarah talks about breaking in her newly built computer with Radiohead's video game. From inspirations like Frida Kahlo, Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith, Julianna Barwick, Joanna Newsom, and Radiohead. Video games like Kentucky Route Zero, Death Stranding, and Under Tale. Late night drives to long bike rides, find out how Sarah blows off steam. You’ll learn the value of imbedding art into your life and being a...
2022-03-2642 minThe Nashville ArtistINTROIn this episode, I interview INTRO. INTRO is a rapper, fashion and aesthetics connoisseur, and aspiring culinary artist. He talks about how his experience living in LA and Canada has affected his perspective and what he’d like to see in the Nashville hip hop community. The push and pull from having the 10,000 hours mindset and a release. From inspirations like The Weeknd and his uncles, find out what showed him his dreams are possible. Listen as we talk about Limewire, Mediafire, zip files, and perfecting your ITunes library. You’ll learn the importance of self investment and to keep...
2022-03-1240 minThe Nashville ArtistJacob CorenflosIn this episode, I interview Jacob Corenflos. Jacob is a guitarist, VHS collector, curator for Nashville Show To-Go and To-Go Records. He’s played guitar for bands like Jaws, Soccer Mommy, Dreamwave, and Dancers. Currently, he plays with Impediment and Alpaca Lip. He describes his style as strange angular pop like Pylon, Omni, and Women. As a native, Jacob has some great tips for newcomers looking to get on the scene. From influences like Deep Purple, AC/DC, the Archie’s, the Cure, the Ventures, Dick Dale, the Safaris, and others. You’ll learn how Nashville Show To-Go came about...
2022-03-0643 minThe Nashville ArtistDeeOhGee pt.2Part Two of DeeOhGee picks up where we left off with Zack talking about his favorite drummers. This episode features stories from their favorite shows, including one where they played at Puck Fest during SXSW to a rocking crowd next to giant BMX ramps. Learn about their favorite Nashville venues, especially the newest one Eastside Bowl. Listen as they talk about recording their latest album New Way Of Life at Sputnik sound with Mike Fahey. Mini-golf as way to get inspired as a band and new concepts for mini-golf recording studios. And you'll get great road advice for what...
2022-02-1855 minThe Nashville ArtistDeeOhGeeIn this episode, I hang out with Matthew Paige and Zack Murphy of the band DeeOhGee. DeeOhGee is a rock n' roll band with roots in Rolling Stones, MC5, Graham Parsons, Beastie Boys, Willie Nelson, Jimi Hendrix and Chuck Berry. Matthew is a guitarist, singer, author, and maker of hats. You can find his book called BandLife - Tips on how to survive in a band, and other lives too... at Grimey's. Zack is a drummer, rugby player, and practitioner of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai. Listen to learn about the secrets to cold showers, being aware, and what i...
2022-02-111h 19The Nashville ArtistViolet MoonsIn this episode, I hang out with Kierra Bronson and Aubree Riley of the band Violet Moons. Violet Moons is a psychedelic folk band based in East Nashville. They share their journey moving to Nashville, exciting news for shows ahead, and advice they'd give to musicians and artists alike. Listen how they mix folk with the ethereal cosmos. They share the importance of when performing, you have to not think about yourself, but think about the audience and why you wrote songs in the first place. From inspirations like Pink Floyd, Angel Olson, First Aid Kit, Cherry Glazer, Cocteau T...
2022-01-281h 14The Nashville ArtistNoah PopeIn this episode, I interview Noah Pope. Noah is a drummer, creative clothier, and lover of interior design. He has played drums for artists like Briston Maroney, Nordista Freeze, and currently with his band Future Crib. He has his own Depop store and loves to browse Nashville's thrift stores for special finds. Noah shares his love for sitting alone in a room with a record player. Listen as we talk about airsoft battles, playing for artists, and being raw with who you are. From inspirations like the Strokes, Queen, Blink 182, Rush, and other classic rock. Enjoy!
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2022-01-211h 14The Nashville ArtistJaan CohanIn this episode, I hang out with Jaan Cohan. Nashville's very own Swiss army knife of a man. He's played guitar in quite a few bands and has gotten the entrepreneurial tick to take the ticket industry out of the dumps and into the artists' hands. Learn more about his ideas with ShowX. He's a leader in creativity, innovation, ingenuity, and inventor of a bloody Mary mix. Grateful Mary. Owner of Jaan's house; an artist hostel. Jaan has been on the scene for more than a decade. Find out why he is the stair-master. Listen as we talk about...
2021-12-2158 minThe Nashville ArtistCurt FordIn this episode, I interview Curt Ford. Curt is a singer and guitar player in the rock band the Ragcoats. He's a guitar playing man that loves the drums. One of his biggest inspirations is Levon Helm from the Band. Listen as we revel about Led Zeppelin's the Song Remains the Same and the Last Waltz. Learn how Curt went from deckhand to rock band. And the importance of changing lanes in life. Enjoy!
Curt:
@curtford_
@theragcoats
Music:
@hausmaple
Art:
@averyishungry
Fol...
2021-12-111h 14The Nashville ArtistJeremyck SmithIn this episode, I interview Jeremyck Smith. Jeremyck aka Dutty Myck is a keys player and singer. He plays reggae music in the Nashville based band Roots of a Rebellion. Jeremyck shares insights and the importance of having time to yourself and how that will translate in your music. Listen and learn from one of Nashville's chillest dudes.
Jeremyck:
@myckelodeon
@rootsofarebellion
Music:
@hausmaple
Art:
@averyishungry
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2021-11-2548 minThe Nashville ArtistOlivia LaddIn this episode, I interview Olivia Ladd. Nashville's very own Southern Goth. She is a music journalist, specializing in music history. Her main genre to cover is country. She is also a producer and podcaster of her own show called Bandsplainer. Olivia is a contributor to Country Queer, a publication that uplifts LGBTQ voices in country music. Listen to find out how she overcomes writers' block and the importance of uncompromisingly being yourself. Enjoy!
Olivia:
@discorodeo
@countryqueer
Music:
@hausmaple
Art:
@averyishungry
2021-11-1743 minThe Nashville ArtistOlivia LaddIn this episode, I interview Olivia Ladd. Nashville's very own Southern Goth. She is a music journalist, specializing in music history. Her main genre to cover is country. She is also a producer and podcaster of her own show called Bandsplainer. Olivia is a contributor to Country Queer, a publication that uplifts LGBTQ voices in country music. Listen to find out how she overcomes writers' block and the importance of uncompromisingly being yourself. Enjoy!
Olivia:
@discorodeo
@countryqueer
Music:
@hausmaple
Art:
2021-11-1444 minThe Nashville ArtistNick ByrdIn this episode, I interview Nick Byrd. Nick is a multi-instrumentalist, entrepreneur, mentor, and practitioner of intentional listening. He plays bass in the bands Bully and the Lonely Biscuits. He has his own project called Nickybaby. Founder of Byrd Finds, the instrument connecting platform. Discover how Nick makes finding the instrument of your dreams, not only possible, but with ease. Listening you will learn his song writing process, his use of stream of consciousness, and how he got his bass tone in Bully. Enjoy!
Nick:
@byrdnick
@nickybabyuniverse
@byrdfinds
@byrdsells
2021-10-261h 39The Nashville ArtistThe Dirty DelusionsIn this episode, I hang out with Aaron Billiot and Huxley Rittman of the band the Dirty Delusions. Listen in to hear how sound tracks and composers like John Williams influenced Aaron's early music development. Hear stories about execution by elephant and life in Singapore from Huxley. The impact Nickelodeon had on our upbringing and the changes we see in children's media now. The interesting/semi controversial idea of pacifying a child with an ipad. Anyways fun anecdotes that all contribute back to why they play music in the first place. Enjoy!
The Dirty Delusions:
@t...
2021-10-101h 02The Nashville ArtistStephen ByardIn this episode, I interview Stephen Byard. Stephen is a visual artist, guitarist, and maker of an apprehension engine. Stephen shares his love for creating texture in his visual art and musical influences such as the Beatles, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tool, and Rage Against the Machine. Have you ever wondered what makes those really eerie sounds in movies? Tune in to hear Stephen's story on building an apprehension engine. Enjoy!
Stephen:
@stephen.byard
Music:
@hausmaple
Art:
@averyishungry
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2021-09-241h 03The Nashville ArtistCaroline BowmanIn this episode, I interview Caroline Bowman. Caroline is a community organizer, graphic designer, and bartender in the East Nashville area. Listen to learn her love for all things vintage 60s, what inspires her to create events, and how she got into graphic design. She is a part of events such as Spewfest, Bobfest, and Under the Sun. You can also find her as a main piece of Cold Lunch Recordings. She shares her Nashville genesis story, moves she made early on, and one of her secret aspirations. Enjoy!
Caroline:
@coldlunchcaroline
@vinyltapnashville
2021-09-0345 minThe Nashville ArtistGracie HolbrookIn this episode, I hang out with Gracie Holbrook. Gracie is a photographer, movie lover, and keen observer of lighting. Learn some fun insights about analog photography, how to take breezy drives, and smart ways to network in Nashville. Enjoy!
Gracie Holbrook:
@gracieeugenie
gracehomework.com
Music:
@hausmaple
Art:
@averyishungry
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2021-08-2546 minThe Nashville ArtistMichelle StoneIn this episode, I interview Michelle Stone. Michelle is a writer, producer, music community organizer, artist, and sword aficionado. She does advocacy work in Music City Movement and likes to write screenplays. Michelle reveals hard truths she's learned from bartending on Broadway and the importance of being genuine, kind, and an easy hang. Enjoy!
"Be and people will see"
Michelle:
@themichellestone
@musiccitymovement
@umusiccollective
@operationlightshine
@raisevibrationthroughcreation
Music:
@hausmaple
Art:
@averyishungry
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2021-08-061h 10The Nashville ArtistThe Weird Sisters pt2Part two of the Weird Sisters shares some funny stories about building a spaceship, working with crawlfish models, and their summer skinny dippin' tune: Lost in the Chronic. It's a wrap for the Weird Sisters and I look forward to their next show appearance. "Lobsters and strobe lights."
The Weird Sisters:
@the_weirdsisters
@gabriellehannahlewis
@izaacshort
@jeffphattybrown
Music:
@hausmaple
Art:
@averyishungry
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2021-07-2146 minThe Nashville ArtistThe Weird SistersIn this episode, I hang out with the Weird Sisters. The Weird Sisters are Izaac Short, Gabi Lewis, and Jeff Brown. They are a psychedelic rock n' roll band in East Nashville. Izaac and Gabi share their insights as to why they started music, what they've learned from Music City, and advice they would give to people moving to Nashville to pursue art. Listen in for funny tales, advice, and what makes them weird. Enjoy!
The Weird Sisters:
@the_weirdsisters
@gabriellehannahlewis
@izaacshort
@jeffphattybrown
Music:
@hausmaple
2021-07-131h 14The Nashville ArtistNeil JonesIn this episode, I hang out with Neil Jones. Neil is a pedal steel player, guitarist, dobro player, and overall multi-instrumentalist. Coming from a musical family he knows his way around instruments. He plays pedal steel in the band American Aquarium. Listen for advice on being a good hang and the relentlessness needed to thrive in music city. The episode is as much about music as it is tacos. Did I mention Neil is a taco fanatic? Find out what his favorite taco combination is. Enjoy the chat!
Neil:
@steel_jones
@americanaquarium
2021-07-0640 minThe Nashville ArtistDustin McKeeIn this episode, I hang out with Dustin McKee. Dustin is a singer, guitarist, bassist, drummer, and lover of all things mythology. He sings and plays bass in his rock n roll band called The Reveal. He shares the importance of aesthetics for an artist and networking to get in the music city scene. From inspirations like Black Sabbath to Kid Cudi, Dustin reveals what makes him tick creatively. Enjoy the chat!
Dustin:
@brotherdusty
@therevealmusic
Music:
@hausmaple
Art:
@averyishungry
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2021-07-0143 minThe Nashville ArtistJones KolbinskyIn this episode, I hang out with Jones Kolbinsky. Jones is a comedian, guitarist, singer, and produces his own music. He shares experiences as a comedian on stage and the many trials involved. Listen in to learn his love for artists such as the Flaming Lips and Bjork. You will learn insights to accepting yourself as an artist and owning the process. Enjoy the chat!
Jones:
@dope_ass_birds
On Spotify: Jones Candler Kolbinsky
Music:
@hausmaple
Art:
@averyishungry
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2021-06-241h 10The Nashville ArtistQuiet EntertainerIn this episode, I hang out with Quiet Entertainer (Greg Freeman). Greg is a DJ and producer. He shares his love for DJ Shadow and what he's learned playing on different stages. Tune in to learn some hard hitting truths about playing music and being thrown into the scene. You will learn secrets to booking more shows and how you can turn your appreciation for music into playing music. Enjoy the chat!
Quiet Entertainer:
@quietentertainer
twitch.tv/quietentertainer
Music:
@hausmaple
Art:
@averyishungry
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2021-06-151h 09The Nashville ArtistMaissie MusickIn this episode, I hang out with Maissie Musick. Maissie is a writer, reader, movie, music, and book aficionado, barista, and volleyball player. Maissie writes creative non fiction and short stories. From vinyl, vhs, spotify and everything in between; Maissie can dive deep in all mediums. Listen in for great advice on being an author and an artist. Enjoy the chat!
Maissie:
@eeriemusick
Music
@hausmaple
Art:
@averyishungry
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2021-06-071h 00The Nashville ArtistChristian BaraksIn this episode, I hang out with multi-instrumentalist Christian Baraks. He plays bass, drums, keys, guitar, and sings in different bands in Nashville, TN. His frequency and range spread the musical gamut.
Christian:
@baraks_baraks
Bands Christian plays in:
@sandrabulletsmusic
@mamawouldbeproudmusic
@infinity_backflip
@thegoodtimesfamilyband
Music:
@hausmaple
Art:
@averyishungry
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2021-05-311h 00The Nashville ArtistNathan SletnerIn this episode, I hang out with Nathan Sletner. Nathan is a drumming wizard and drum tech for Virgil Donati. He is endorsed by Meinl cymbals. Nathan plays on Broadway, in the studio, and in original bands. From talking Ewoks to the drumming genius of Virgil Donati, this episode knows no bounds. Enjoy the chat!
Nathan:
@nathan_sletner
Drums for:
@fly_in_formation
@cocooconnor
@suitcasesouls
@crusadenash
@meinlcymbals
Drum tech for:
@thevirgildonati
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2021-05-2753 minThe Nashville ArtistScotty ChapmanIn this episode I interview singer, guitarist, painter, and van life extraordinaire, Scotty Chapman. Scotty sings and plays guitar in rock and roll band The Garden Of Eden.
Scotty:
@scotty_ofeden
@the_garden.of.eden
Music:
@hausmaple
Art:
@Averyishungry
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2021-05-2240 minThe Nashville ArtistJohn ConditI sit down with singer, guitarist, pyschonaut AND realtor; John Condit. He is the singer and guitarist in his band Cohn Jondit.
John Condit:
@cohnjondit
@nashvillepsychalliance
@g_t_t_f_s
music:
@hausmaple
Art:
@averyishungry
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2021-05-2052 minThe Nashville ArtistTravis TrevisanIn this episode, I interview and learn from Travis Trevisan. Travis is a singer and guitar player in his post rock/shoe gaze band called Tape Deck Mountain. He is also a visual and sound artist.
Travis Trevisan:
@tapedeckmountain
@travistrevisan
Art - @averyishungry
Music - Austin Paul '
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2021-05-1745 min