Shows
WTTS In ConversationComedian Jamie LoftusThe bestselling author of Raw Dog: The Naked Truth About Hot Dogs talks with Matt Pelsor about her book, and her upcoming performance(s) in Indy at the end of the month. Jamie performs August 30th at the Let's Fest Comedy Festival in Indy. For discounted tickets, check out Circle City Savings.WTTS In Conversation is powered by Mad Hatter Shows
2025-08-1115 minWTTS In ConversationEggyMatt Pelsor chats with Eggy drummer Alex Bailey and keyboardist/vocalist Dani Battat about the band’s rising momentum, and what it’s like being invited to share the stage with jam scene legends like String Cheese Incident, Widespread Panic, and more.Eggy joins Moe. on Saturday, August 16th for Rock the Ruins at Holliday ParkWTTS In Conversation is powered by Mad Hatter Shows
2025-07-2813 minWTTS In ConversationLucy DacusLucy Dacus joined Matt Pelsor for a zoom call shortly after the release of her latest album, Forever is a Feeling. They talked about the new album, her experience with the success of boygenius, and the 2022 Indy show she played laying on a couch despite having thrown her back out just days before.Lucy Dacus plays a WTTS Rock To Read concert September 16th at Old National Centre! Become a 92-3 VIP for presale access and other great perks:https://www.wttsfm.com/
2025-04-0813 minWTTS In ConversationWilder WoodsIn the latest episode, Matt Pelsor sits down with Bear Rinehart, the man behind the solo project known as Wilder Woods.They do a deep dive on his latest album Curioso (out 2/7), unpacking specific songs, as well as working with special guests like Maggie Rose and My Morning Jacket frontman Jim James. Wilder Woods plays the WTTS Rock To Read concert series on Friday, February 21st.
2025-02-1712 minWTTS In ConversationJim James of My Morning JacketMy Morning Jacket frontman Jim James shares thoughts on the band’s history of charitable giving, and offers perspective on his personal struggles with mental health while recalling a legendary performance at Bonnaroo 2004 in an interview with Matt Pelsor from June 2023.
Listen for the new song “Aren’t We One” from My Morning Jacket on 92.3 WTTS.
2024-10-1413 minWTTS In ConversationJeff TweedyJeff Tweedy talked with Matt Pelsor about his two latest books: How to Write One Song: Loving the Things We Create and How They Love Us Back, and World Within a Song: Music That Changed My Life, and Life That Changed My Music. They also touched on his recent productivity, releasing two Wilco albums in as many years (2022's Cruel Country, and 2023's Cousin).
2024-02-0514 minWTTS In ConversationThe Heavy HeavyThe Heavy Heavy are slated to release a full-length album this year, and indeed already have a busy schedule this coming Spring. We caught up last year before their particularly well-attended set at WonderRoad Festival and talked about how things have changed since they found success in the US.
2024-01-2211 minWTTS In ConversationKenny AronoffKenny Aronoff spent almost two decades as John Mellencamp’s drummer, and has also worked with Melissa Etheridge, Willie Nelson, the Smashing Pumpkins, John Fogerty, and many more. He talked with morning host Matt Pelsor about his time with John Mellencamp, and playing in the Jim Irsay Band.
2024-01-0821 minWTTS In ConversationEric Howk of Portugal. The ManPortugal. The Man guitarist Eric Howk talked with Matt Pelsor about life in the band now versus before “Feel It Still” became the international mega-hit that it is. They also discuss the song “Who’s Gonna Stop Me,” featuring Weird Al Yankovic, as well as Eric’s perspective of being a wheelchair-bound professional musician in a world that doesn't always accommodate him.
2023-12-1120 minWTTS In ConversationNoah CyrusSinger-songwriter Noah Cyrus spoke with morning host Matt Pelsor ahead of her show at Old National Centre this past September. She talked about her past struggles with addiction and how they inspired many of the songs on her debut album The Hardest Part, as well as her collaboration with Vance Joy on the song “Every Beginning Ends,” and how it was a full-circle moment for her career.
2023-11-2712 minWTTS In ConversationBear Rinehart of NEEDTOBREATHEBear Rinehart talks about Needtobreathe’s latest album Caves, and its intentional “bigness.” He also recalls the evolution of Indy shows and the fervent fanbase they’ve enjoyed here over the course of their now 20+ year career as a band.
Needtobreathe performs May 22, 2024 at Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park
More info & Tickets: https://www.wttsfm.com/events/wtts-presents-needtobreathe/
2023-11-1318 minWTTS In ConversationKetch Secor of Old Crow Medicine ShowKetch Secor wrote “Wagon Wheel” from a song fragment that Bob Dylan had written decades before. He and morning host Matt Pelsor explored the song’s origins and ubiquity, as well as their new album, Jubilee, ahead of Old Crow Medicine Show’s Brown County Music Center appearance on Friday, November 17th.
2023-10-3016 minWTTS In ConversationJason MrazJason Mraz kicked off this past Summer with a new album called Mystical Magical Rhythmical Radical Ride, and a tour with what he calls his “Superband.” Morning host Matt Pelsor talks with him about both, plus details about an Indiana show from 20 years ago this month. They also discuss his best-known hit “I’m Yours” and what it was like as it was taking off in the mid-to-late 2000s.
2023-10-1612 minWTTS In ConversationDon McLeanCrystal McKenzie talked with legendary singer-songwriter Don McLean about his forthcoming box set, and some of the unique merch on his website. They also discuss a timeless song inspired by a performance of his, and the documentary The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean’s American Pie, now streaming on Paramount+
2023-10-0208 minWTTS In ConversationPaul Janeway of St. Paul and The Broken BonesSt. Paul and the Broken Bones singer Paul Janeway talks to Matt Pelsor about the emotional kickoff to their new album Angels in Science Fiction, and the new song that he considers to be the first love song he ever wrote. They also talk about balancing fatherhood with touring, and the concept behind the interviewer’s favorite album, Young Sick Camellia.
St. Paul and the Broken Bones play the WTTS Rock To Read concert series at Old National Centre on September 26th.
2023-09-1816 minWTTS In ConversationGeorge ThorogoodThis year, George Thorogood marks 50 years of performing with his band, The Destroyers. He talks with morning host Matt Pelsor about one of his biggest hits and who it was meant for. They also talk about the only electric guitar model he's ever used, and what it took to have more made.
George Thorogood and The Destroyers play Old National Centre on Thursday, September 14th
2023-09-0414 minWTTS In ConversationBONUS: Farm Aid with Michael FoleyFarm Aid is returning to Indiana for the first time in 22 years.
Morning host Matt Pelsor talked with their Cultural Impact Director, Michael Foley, about the focus of the benefit in 2023, and the issues it hopes to highlight.
This year, Farm Aid happens Saturday, September 23rd and features Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews, and more.
2023-09-0412 minWTTS In ConversationJohn McCrea of Cake
Cake frontman John McCrea talks to Matt Pelsor about the band’s signature sound, and one essential instrument that makes it. They also touch on the band’s activism, which includes the tradition of giving away a live tree at every show. Plus, why their great live album spent years in the vault before anyone heard it.
Cake plays TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park on September 13th.
2023-08-2116 minWTTS In ConversationRobby Takac of Goo Goo DollsMatt Pelsor talked with Robby Takac about the Goo Goo Dolls' upcoming August 23rd show at TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park. They talked about the songs he wrote for the new album Chaos in Bloom, as well as his successful Buffalo-based nonprofit “Music Is Art,” and why he often performs barefoot.
2023-08-0719 minWTTS In ConversationMelissa EtheridgeCrystal McKenzie talked with Melissa Etheridge before her July 25th performance at Brown County Music Center. They talked about her cancer battle, her forthcoming book, and the Broadway show she’s about to start in September.
2023-07-2409 minWTTS In ConversationThe Revivalists' George GekasBassist George Gekas of The Revivalists talks to morning host Matt Pelsor about how the new album Pour it Out into The Night came together. They talk about the upcoming tour dates with Band of Horses that will include our Rock On The River show, and the charitable causes they've supported as a band, which will include Indiana Wish, come July 29th.
2023-07-1015 minWTTS In ConversationGooseRick Mitarotonda and Peter Anspach of Goose spoke with Matt Pelsor last year right after the release of their acclaimed album Dripfield. They talked about recording the album, and the band’s process of recording and releasing nearly every live show they do. Later, they comment on a piece of fan-made merch that has become a source of delight, and confusion, among some fans (including Matt).
2023-06-2620 minWTTS In ConversationDave Depper of Death Cab for CutieCrystal McKenzie talked with Dave Depper of Death Cab for Cutie around the time of their show in Indy last month. They spoke about his early career, as well as his first gig playing with Ray Lamontagne, which happened to be The Late Show with David Letterman, a show he ended up playing again with Death Cab for Cutie just before Letterman retired. He also spoke about his passion for running which he shares with Death Cab founder and frontman Ben Gibbard, and how it got him the gig with the band.
2023-06-1211 minWTTS In ConversationAdam Duritz of Counting CrowsMorning host Matt Pelsor asks Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz about a great “lost” Counting Crows song that only exists on the end credits of the movie Rounders. He also asks Adam about his focus on the sequence of songs on Counting Crows albums, and the songs that were casualties of that obsession. Adam also shares the great rock & roll story about the recording of "Mrs. Potter’s Lullaby."
Counting Crows play TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park on June 17th.
More on that show here: https://www.wttsfm.com/events/counti...
2023-05-2924 minWTTS In ConversationKenny Wayne ShepherdCrystal McKenzie talks with blues/rock guitar great Kenny Wayne Shepherd about how radio shaped his career by allowing him to meet his hero, Stevie Ray Vaughan at a very young age. He also talks about playing David Gilmour’s priceless strat on stage at Lucas Oil Stadium with the Jim Irsay Band, and about that band’s curious beginnings more than 15 years ago.
Kenny Wayne Shepherd plays Brown County Music Center on June 6th.
Details here: https://www.wttsfm.com/events/kenny-wayne-shepherd-2/
2023-05-1512 minWTTS In ConversationAmy Ray of Indigo GirlsAmy Ray of the Indigo Girls will bring a solo show to the HiFi on May 20th, so she sat down with Matt Pelsor to talk about her latest album If It All Goes South, including her collaboration with Brandi Carlile on the song “Subway.”
For more on the May 20th show, click here: https://www.wttsfm.com/events/amy-ray/
2023-05-0118 minWTTS In ConversationJohnny Rzeznik of Goo Goo DollsGoo Goo Dolls singer Johnny Rzeznik talked with Matt Pelsor about their latest album Chaos in Bloom, and one particularly great song from their 2019 album Miracle Pill. He also reflected on staying sober through the pandemic, and 25 years of "Iris."
Goo Goo Dolls play TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park with O.A.R. on August 23rd.
Details and a link to tickets here:
https://www.wttsfm.com/events/goo-goo-dolls/
2023-04-1713 minWTTS In ConversationBen Wilson of Blues TravelerKeyboardist Ben Wilson of Blues Traveler called up Matt Pelsor to talk about the tour that will bring them to Brown County Music Center at the end of April. He also talked about their annual show at the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheater, the hits and misses of his era of the band over the last 23 years, and what it was like joining the band right after the tragic loss of bassist Bobby Sheehan.
Blues Traveler stops at Brown County Music Center on Saturday, April 29th.
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2023-04-0325 min
WTTS In ConversationShawn ColvinShawn Colvin talked to morning host Matt Pelsor about how the tour she’s doing with Marc Cohn has evolved since its initial pre-pandemic iteration, including the involvement of the late David Crosby. She also reflects on her acoustic 30th anniversary edition of her debut album Steady On, and her breakthrough album A Few Small Repairs, including a few details on the song “I Want It Back,” and the breakthrough song “Sunny Came Home.”
Shawn Colvin plays with Marc Cohn at the Palladium at The Center for The Performing Arts in Carmel on April 13th.
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2023-03-2015 minWTTS In ConversationNorah JonesNorah Jones spoke with morning host Matt Pelsor about her album Pick Me Up Off The Floor, as well as her 2008 indie rock one-off album El Madmo. They also spoke about her rooftop performance at the Empire State Building, and her return to touring following the pandemic. He also informed her of an obscure Norah Jones movie reference she wasn’t aware of!
2023-03-0618 minWTTS In ConversationTalking Heads talk (and Bowie, Zappa, etc) with Adrian BelewThe music of The Talking Heads will be performed by those who did it first on February 26th at Old National Centre. Former touring member Adrian Belew called up to talk about the tour with Jerry Harrison, working with Bowie, Zappa, King Crimson, and the recent hip-hop revival of another song he co-wrote with Tom Tom Club, the immortal 1981 single “Genius of Love.”
2023-02-2019 minWTTS In ConversationAnn WilsonRock & Roll Hall of Famer Ann Wilson of Heart spoke with Morning host Matt Pelsor ahead of her Indy appearance with the Jim Irsay Band last Fall. They talked about the then forthcoming show, her latest album Fierce Bliss, and how she’s able to sound just as good as she did decades ago.
2023-02-0611 minWTTS In Conversation"Big Head" Todd Park MohrThe Big Head Todd and the Monsters frontman spoke with morning host Matt Pelsor last week ahead of their Brown County Music Center show about their work with NASA, their Monsters Music Monthly songs, and a new album likely arriving this year.
2023-01-2310 minWTTS In ConversationStephan Jenkins of Third Eye BlindThird Eye Blind frontman Stephan Jenkins talks about how Pandemic made them scrap an entire album and write a new one, 2021’s Our Bande Apart. He also teases yet another album that may drop this year, and reflects on the band’s enduring influence on a fanbase that somehow stays the same age as the years progress.
2023-01-0909 minWTTS In ConversationStrand of OaksIndiana singer/songwriter/guitarist Strand of Oaks (Timothy Showalter) spoke with morning host Matt Pelsor about touring Europe with Magnolia Electric Company following the death of friend and fellow musician Jason Molina. He also talked about cast in the television show Mayans MC, as well as what it was like to work with Smashing Pumpkins guitarist James Iha on his most recent album “In Heaven.”
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2022-12-2619 minWTTS In ConversationMike Love of the Beach BoysFounding member of the Beach Boys Mike Love explores the moment that the Beach Boys’ later albums (1969-1979) are having among Indie Rock and New Wave fans who have been lauding them as highly influential and essential to the sounds that came afterward. This era is explored in the new box set Sail On Sailor along with unreleased outtakes, live recordings, and bonus demo material. He also touches on the upcoming Good Vibrations Cruise, and his own recent holiday album Reason for the Season.
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2022-12-1213 minWTTS In ConversationDispatchChad and Brad from Dispatch talk with Matt Pelsor about the inspiration for the title track on their latest album “Break Our Fall,” as well as their recent tour with OAR, and their choice to record a signature song of theirs in Russian in an attempt to inspire peace on the other side of the world.
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2022-11-2816 minWTTS In ConversationMelissa EtheridgeMelissa Etheridge talks with Matt Pelsor about her latest release One Way Out, which is a collection of older songs that were never released, plus two live recordings. She shares how she keeps her voice fit for touring, and talks about her relationship with her spouse who happens to be her exact same age.
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2022-11-1411 minWTTS In ConversationCannonsThe band Cannons have enjoyed another banner year with the release of their album Fever Dream, a headlining tour, and multiple festivals; so it’s hard to imagine them being anxious about being on stage. But they talk about how nervous they were to play their first big crowd, Lollapalooza 2021. They also get into their writing process, and what life on the road has been like.
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2022-10-3118 minWTTS In ConversationMatty Healy of The 1975Frontman Matty Healy of The 1975 talks with morning host Matt Pelsor about their new album Being Funny in a Foreign Language, which just dropped on October 14th. Matty talks about working with mega-producer Jack Antonoff on the record, and about how he sounds different now compared to their breakthrough single “Chocolate.”
2022-10-1712 minWTTS In ConversationJackson BrowneThe legendary Jackson Browne chats with morning host Matt Pelsor about his latest album and subsequent tour that brought him through Indianapolis in June. Browne talks about working with his son Ryan on the video for the song “Minutes to Downtown,” and about the decades-long inspiration for the album’s closer “Song for Barcelona,” as well as the album’s ocean-inspired title, Downhill from Everywhere.
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2022-10-0318 minWTTS In ConversationJonathan Russell of The Head and The HeartJonathan talks to morning host Matt Pelsor about how making the new album, Every Shade of Blue, felt like the band’s earlier days because of the unique and healthy way the band came together during the pandemic. He goes into detail on the single “Virginia,” and reveals the superstar he was trying to emulate in part of his performance. He also shares who he feels is the best songwriter in the band (it isn’t him), and the song that made him realize that.
The Head and The Heart play WTTS Rock On The River on Septembe...
2022-09-1914 minWTTS In ConversationBryan Devendorf of The NationalThe National drummer talks about 2019’s I am Easy to Find, and the film that goes along with it, as well as the new music coming out later this year. He also talks about what has kept him in his home city of Cincinnati ahead of their concert date at Indy’s TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park on Sunday, September 18th.
2022-09-0513 minWTTS In ConversationMatt NathansonSinger-songwriter Matt Nathanson plays the HiFi Annex on August 30! He joins morning host Matt Pelsor to talk about his new album, Boston Accent, as well as passion project Achtung Matty, his U2 tribute released around the 30th anniversary of the iconic Achtung Baby.
2022-08-2215 minWTTS In ConversationWarren Haynes of Gov't MuleThe Gov’t Mule frontman joins morning host Matt Pelsor to talk about their latest album, Heavy Load Blues. He explains how the recording process was unlike any other album they’ve done, and hints at the next record–both of which they recorded simultaneously. He also shares the unique way they decide what to play on any given night.
Gov’t Mule plays the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater on Friday, August 19th.
2022-08-0814 minWTTS In ConversationNels Cline of WilcoWilco guitarist Nels Cline joins morning host Matt Pelsor to talk about how the new album Cruel Country came together, and compares its process to Matt’s favorite Wilco album Sky Blue Sky. Wilco plays TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park on August 14th.
2022-07-2519 min
WTTS In ConversationAni DiFrancoProlific singer-songwriter Ani DiFranco chats with morning host Matt Pelsor about her return to touring after the pandemic, and the funny reason she played three encores at a recent show. Matt also shared the origin story of his fandom for her, and he asked about the inspiration for the title track to her new album “Revolutionary Love,” which sparked some poignant reflection.
Ani DiFranco plays the Rock The Ruins summer concert series at Holliday Park on August 5th.
2022-07-1123 minWTTS In ConversationBen Bridwell of Band of HorsesBand of Horses frontman Ben Bridwell talks to morning host Matt Pelsor about the various inspirations for the new album Things are Great; breakups, both personal and within the band, as well as musical inspiration from a hotel room in Iceland. He shares on their decision to produce the record internally, and on his appreciation for being able to play out again; as well as why he’s looking forward to coming to Indy specifically.
Band of Horses play with Black Keys July 16th at Ruoff Music Center.
2022-06-2716 minWTTS In ConversationDerek TrucksDerek Trucks chats with morning host Matt Pelsor about the new Tedeschi Trucks Band quadruple album project I Am The Moon that comes out in stages throughout the summer. They talked about his unique style of playing, and when he realized he had a style all his own. Finally, Derek explained just what it is he loves so much about his preferred guitar, the Gibson SG.
Tedeschi Trucks Band plays TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park on Tuesday, June 28th
2022-06-1321 minWTTS In ConversationChris Vos of The Record CompanyChris Vos of The Record Company chats with morning host Matt Pelsor about taking furniture from a legendary music venue on tour, Midwestern culture and ‘isms,’ as well as his role in popularizing bratwurst in LA. Plus, he shares his beer brat recipe, and talks about the struggle that was making the new album “Play Loud”
2022-05-3021 minWTTS In ConversationPaul Janeway of St. Paul & The Broken BonesPaul Janeway of St. Paul and the Broken Bones chats with morning host Matt Pelsor about his vast record collection, the band’s many TV appearances–including an Emmy-nominated appearance on CBS Saturday Morning, and a career turning point when they played David Letterman’s final season. He also shares the funny story of shrugging off an initial offer to open for the Rolling Stones–something they eventually did. And a quick chat on the band’s evolution through the new album “The Alien Coast.” St. Paul & The Broken Bones play with Fitz and The Tantrums June 18th at TCU Amphitheat...
2022-05-1617 minWTTS In ConversationAdam Granduciel of The War On DrugsAdam Granduciel talks with morning host Matt Pelsor about re-visiting select tracks on the album “I Don’t Live Here Anymore” after the album was mastered–something that rarely happens. Matt asks about working with Lucius again on the album’s title track, and Adam brings up their new member Eliza Jones and what she’s adding to the band’s sound and their current tour.
2022-05-0214 minWTTS In ConversationBen RectorBen Rector talks with morning host Matt Pelsor about the origin of “Joy,” the Jim Henson’s Creature Shop character created for his current album “The Joy of Music.” They explore the collaborators on the record, including Snoop Dogg and saxophone phenoms Dave Koz, and Kenny G; and Ben talks about golfing with one of his musical heroes.
Ben Rector plays TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park May 14th, 2022
Concert Connection: https://www.wttsfm.com/events/ben-rector/
2022-04-1821 minWTTS In ConversationTodd SniderSinger-songwriter Todd Snider talks with morning host Matt Pelsor about his unique philosophies on life and music, and what audiences wanted from the first shows after the worst of the pandemic. He also talked about the movie Hard Luck Love Song, inspired by his song Just Like Old Times; plus his poignant tribute to John Prine after his death, and how it inspired the way he performs now.
2022-04-0423 minWTTS In ConversationNathaniel RateliffNathaniel Rateliff joins us again to talk about making SNL history, the new Night Sweats album, his signature guitar from Gibson, and getting back out on the road with the band.
2022-03-2116 minWTTS In ConversationGraham NashGraham Nash plays Brown County Music Center March 27th. Morning host Matt Pelsor spoke with him about reviving the same dates he had to cancel two years ago, his new music, his new book of photographs, his double live album coming out in April, and the controversy surrounding close friend Neil Young and his choice to be removed from Spotify.
2022-03-0716 minWTTS In ConversationLucy DacusSinger-songwriter Lucy Dacus performed in Indy on February 12th. Morning host Matt Pelsor caught up to her a couple of weeks before the show BEFORE she suffered the herniated disc that made her do the Indy show and other dates lying on a couch. They talked about her new music, her songwriting process, and her newfound philosophy on fully appreciating the joys of life.
2022-02-2116 minWTTS In ConversationGlyn JohnsRock & Roll Hall of Fame producer and engineer Glyn Johns turns 80 this month. In this episode, he explains the difference between a producer and an engineer, and shares an infamous Rolling Stones story in this 2015 interview with Paul Mendenhall that coincided with his book: Sound Man: A Life Recording Hits with The Rolling Stones, The Who, Led Zeppelin, the Eagles, Eric Clapton, The Faces…
2022-02-0712 minWTTS In ConversationThe Head & The Heart + St. Paul & The Broken BonesThis episode features two shorter interviews with bands visiting in 2022, starting with The Head and the Heart, who play WTTS Rock On The River at TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park on Friday, September 30th. They’re one of our more prolific Sun King Studio 92 performers, and this interview was from their 2013 visit. Second, it’s a 2014 interview with St. Paul and the Broken Bones, who will support Fitz and the Tantrums on June 18th at TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park.
2022-01-2407 minWTTS In ConversationSeth AvettThe Avett Brothers come to Garfield Park on Saturday, August 20th. Seth Avett spoke with Paul Mendenhall in 2015 just before a show in West Lafayette about their North Carolina roots, and their enduring success in American roots music, as well as his professional and personal relationship with his brother Scott.
2022-01-1012 minWTTS In ConversationDon McLeanDon McLean brings the “50th Anniversary of American Pie World Tour” to Clowes Memorial Hall May 1st, 2022. The singer-songwriter sat down with morning host Matt Pelsor to talk about the song he’s best known for, as well as setting the record straight on an urban legend surrounding it, and whether or not he’s ever baked an apple pie himself.
2021-12-2716 minWTTS In ConversationJon McLaughlinHoosier singer-songwriter Jon McLaughlin performs two shows with the Carmel Symphony Orchestra on December 18th. Morning host Matt Pelsor caught up with him for a delightful chat to talk about his new music, his podcast Dadville with singer-songwriter Dave Barnes, and shooting the music video for his new song “Why it Hurts.”
2021-12-1317 minWTTS In ConversationLukas NelsonLukas Nelson sings with his famous family on The Willie Nelson Family album, which came out on November 19th. His own band, Lukas Nelson and the Promise of the Real released a new album in July called A Few Stars Apart. Matt Pelsor speaks with him about both albums, plus his extensive work on the 2018 film A Star is Born, and about his spiritual experiences with astronomy and swimming with dolphins.
2021-11-2919 minWTTS In ConversationStingSting is out with a new record called “The Bridge” on November the 19th. He talks with Matt Pelsor about the European tour that brought him to some ancient venues, including a special one he played on his 70th birthday. He also spoke about his Las Vegas residency, and his cameo in Hulu’s “Only Murders in The Building.”
2021-11-1511 minWTTS In ConversationDave Pirner of Soul AsylumDave Pirner recently talked to Matt Pelsor about how his band navigated the pandemic, having put out their twelfth studio album just before lockdowns started. He reflected on the impact of their biggest song “Runaway Train,” and talked about the experience of having Prince record one of his songs.
2021-11-0123 minWTTS In ConversationBilly IdolBilly Idol will bring an intimate acoustic performance to Old National Centre on November 27th with his longtime guitarist and collaborator Steve Stevens. Morning host Matt Pelsor recently caught up with him to talk about their musical relationship, the inspiration for his new EP “The Roadside,” and his association with pop star Miley Cyrus.
2021-10-1813 minWTTS In ConversationJohn MellencampJohn Mellencamp turns 70 on October 7th, 2021. His impact on music, and the Hoosier state can’t be overstated. In 2008, Paul Mendenhall spent a full hour with him in his art studio to talk about his career. From the big hits to his personal favorites, John Mellencamp generously reflected on his music, and offered some signature commentary on the state of things.
2021-10-0452 minWTTS In ConversationVance JoyVance Joy is having a great year. Morning host Matt Pelsor sat down with him over Zoom to talk about the two new songs we’ve enjoyed so far in 2021. He broke down the collaborative effort that went into his song “You” with Benny Blanco and Marshmello, and talked about what it meant to break the song “Missing Piece” on the TV show Grey’s Anatomy. And because this interview was recorded while the Summer Olympics were happening, he wanted to talk about his love of skateboarding.
2021-09-2019 minWTTS In ConversationDan AuerbachBlack Keys frontman Dan Auerbach joined Laura Duncan in the summer of 2015 while Black Keys were on hiatus to talk about his side project “The Arcs” ahead of their only full-length release “Yours, Dreamily.” Laura asked about the difference between producing for his own projects versus other artists, and was surprised by an impromptu second interview with fellow collaborator and bandmate, the late Richard Swift.
2021-09-0614 minWTTS In ConversationChris Martin of ColdplayChris Martin of Coldplay speaks with WTTS host Rob Humphrey about debuting their new song “Higher Power” from the International Space Station, as well as his songwriting process and what he did for the teacher who first encouraged him to write songs. Rob asked about working with mega-producer Max Martin, and got an entertaining response to a question about favorite movies.
2021-08-2311 minWTTS In ConversationBrett DennenSinger songwriter Brett Dennen just embarked on his first post-pandemic tour, which brought him through Indianapolis on July 9th. He and WTTS morning host Matt Pelsor talked about his new album, “See The World,” which he finished just before the world shut down, and how the confluence of a finished album and a global pandemic affected him mentally. They also talk about fatherhood, wine, art, and their shared love of the great outdoors.
2021-08-0922 minWTTS In ConversationPaul McCartneyPaul McCartney spoke with Laura Duncan just hours before his July 2013 show at Banker’s Life Fieldhouse about navigating and relishing fame, as well as the magic moments that have happened when writing some of his most famous songs.
2021-07-2616 minWTTS In ConversationBen Schneider of Lord HuronLord Huron have been busy touring nearly since their inception in 2010. So when a global pandemic brought that to a halt, the band used the time and the freedom to record their new album the way they had always wanted. WTTS morning host Matt Pelsor recently talked with founder and frontman Ben Schneider about the new record, as well as their Alive from Whispering Pines livestream series.
2021-07-1219 minWTTS In ConversationLPSinger-songwriter LP has written music for superstars like Celine Dion, Christina Aguilera, and Rihanna, but has an impressive catalog of solo work as well. She spoke with morning host Matt Pelsor this past Spring about her career, her personal style, and her unique musical proclivities like whistling and playing the ukelele.
2021-06-2825 minWTTS In ConversationRobert PlantLaura Duncan snagged a dream interview with Robert Plant just over a decade ago after the release of his Band of Joy record. They discussed making the record, the subsequent tour, his work with Alison Krauss, and his overall approach to singing.
2021-06-1414 minWTTS In ConversationPete YornWTTS morning host Matt Pelsor marks 20 years since the release of Pete Yorn’s debut album Musicforthemorningafter with a career retrospective chat with the singer-songwriter. They cover his film score of the Jim Carrey classic Me, Myself, and Irene, as well as his duets project with Scarlett Johansson, among other career moments.
2021-05-3127 minWTTS In ConversationAdam Duritz of Counting CrowsWTTS’s Rob Humphrey is a big fan of Counting Crows, having seen them over a dozen times. So he was eager to chat with Adam Duritz about the new EP Butter Miracle Suite One, as well as what makes each Counting Crows show unique, and why he cut his trademark hair.
2021-05-1727 minWTTS In ConversationDan Reynolds of Imagine DragonsMorning host Matt Pelsor spoke with Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons about parenthood and about the partnership he has with his wife that almost ended in divorce, which is the inspiration for the new song "Follow You." He also talked about what it was like to work with mega-producer Rick Rubin on the new album.
2021-05-0312 minWTTS In ConversationTaylor Meier of CAAMPSinger and guitarist Taylor Meier of Caamp talks with WTTS morning host Matt Pelsor about his favorite guitar and the smooth talking he did to get it, plus the adventure and misadventure of recording their latest song "Officer of Love," and his return to a beloved non-musical creative outlet.
2021-04-1914 minWTTS In ConversationRic OcasekThe late Ric Ocasek of The Cars talks with Laura Duncan about songwriting, producing, his solo work, and his on-and-off relationship with the band that made him famous.
2021-04-0519 minWTTS In ConversationMike CampbellGuitarist Mike Campbell, best known as a member of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, talks to Dave Lindquist about working with Tom, being in Fleetwood Mac, and his own project The Dirty Knobs. He also shares the Indiana connection to a timeless Heartbreakers song, and the story of a spiritual moment he and the band had at an Indiana show.
2021-03-2214 minWTTS In ConversationSteve WinwoodLaura Duncan talks with Steve Winwood about his genesis in the music business, some of the many musicians he's worked with over the years, what's different about working solo, and meeting one of his musical heroes.
2021-03-0825 min
WTTS Classic ConversationsFree Downlaod of the week: Paper idolLos Angeles based artist Paper Idol has released a handful of singles that should put him on every music fan’s radar. His EP Mania Days will be released on May 21st. You can download the song “Tightrope” now.The post Free Downlaod of the week: Paper idol appeared first on WTTS FM.
2021-03-0103 minWTTS Classic ConversationsFREE DOWNLOAD OF THE WEEK: The Hold SteadyThe Hold Steady have released a new record: Open Door Policy is out via the band’s Positive Jams label and Thirty Tigers. Frontman Craig Finn said “Open Door Policy was very much approached as an album vs. a collection of individual songs, and it feels like our most musically expansive record. This album was written and almost entirely recorded before […]The post FREE DOWNLOAD OF THE WEEK: The Hold Steady appeared first on WTTS FM.
2021-02-2204 minWTTS In ConversationNathaniel RateliffMatt Pelsor talks with Nathaniel Rateliff just ahead of his February 13th 2021 appearance on Saturday Night Live. He talks about his latest solo record, not getting to tour because of the pandemic, and what he's been doing at home instead.
2021-02-2217 minWTTS Classic ConversationsFree Download of the Week: Lo TalkerLo Talker will release their debut album, A Comedy Of Errors, on March 19th. Download "Don't Hide That Light Pt. 2" now.The post Free Download of the Week: Lo Talker appeared first on WTTS FM.
2021-02-1503 minWTTS In ConversationGregg AllmanRob Humphrey talks with the legendary Gregg Allman, just before his passing. Gregg shares his most personal stories from his youth and work with his brother Duane Allman, to his addictions and recovery.
2021-02-0320 minWTTS Classic ConversationsFREE DOWNLOAD OF THE WEEK: HISS GOLDEN MESSENGERHiss Golden Messenger, an American folk music band, has returned with a new single. Download "Sanctuary" now.The post FREE DOWNLOAD OF THE WEEK: HISS GOLDEN MESSENGER appeared first on WTTS FM.
2021-01-2503 minWTTS Classic ConversationsFree Download of the WeekDownload Casper Clausen's "Used To Think" from his solo debut "Better Way" now.The post Free Download of the Week appeared first on WTTS FM.
2021-01-1104 minWTTS Classic ConversationsFree DownloadJulia Jacklin is an Australian singer-songwriter from Sydney, Australia. Download her new song "Baby Jesus Is Nobody's Baby" now.The post Free Download appeared first on WTTS FM.
2020-12-2803 minWTTS Classic ConversationsFree DownloadLA-based pop project Paper Idol shares "Clouds," the latest installment in a series of singles released this year.The post Free Download appeared first on WTTS FM.
2020-12-2003 minWTTS Classic ConversationsFree Download of the WeekRostam Batmanglij has stayed busy in producing some of his best, most influential albums. Download "Unfold You" now.The post Free Download of the Week appeared first on WTTS FM.
2020-11-2800 minWTTS Classic ConversationsFree Download of the WeekCritically acclaimed duo HAERTS return with the release of “For the Sky” feat. Ed Droste.The post Free Download of the Week appeared first on WTTS FM.
2020-11-1600 minWTTS Classic ConversationsFree Download of the WeekFormer Wild Beasts singer Hayden Thorpe has released a solo EP, Aerial Songs. Download "Blue Crow" now.The post Free Download of the Week appeared first on WTTS FM.
2020-11-1500 min
Walking Through the StargateWTtS Interviews Joseph MallozziEpisode 088 - WTtS Interviews Joseph Mallozzi
That’s right, Zach and Brent converse with Stargate: SG-1 executive producer, writer, and show runner, Joseph Mallozzi about his beginnings, what’s got him excited, and what might lie in Stargate’s future!
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2020-09-1330 min
Scotte DucatiWTTS Ft. Danny Defect Prob. By ChillWTTS Ft. Danny Defect Prob. By Chill by Scotte Ducati
2015-10-2602 min
News Archives » WTTS FMWTTS Talks to ThomasinaIndianapolis recording artist, Thomasina, stopped by the WTTS studios to have a conversation with Craig Shank about her new release, Learning to Walk. Thomasina explains her inspiration, the significance of the album’s title, and her motivation for making music a part of her life. Listen to the conversation below. You can purchase Thomasina’s album, Learning […]
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2011-11-1100 min
unitedcypher presents – unitedcypherWTTS – Who’d you do what to… with dignityUnitedcypher presents returns with a WTTS radio drama. It’s a gritty detective story about a murder case, mostly anyway.
2011-05-2500 minunitedcypher presents – unitedcypherThe Voice Actors Studio on WTTS (PODCAST)Journey with us inside the Voice Actors Studio as host Gerald Seimens talks to Chet Steele (movie actor, not voice actor), Art Feltchstein (film producer), and Brach leFranc (cinematographer) as they talk about their movie experiences, their lives, the finer points of magma surfing, and other topics that have no direct connection with voice acting. … Continue reading "The Voice Actors Studio on WTTS (PODCAST)"
2010-10-1330 minunitedcypher presents – unitedcypherWTTS RADIO – Paranaelianomoly (PODCAST)A new program from our “sister station” WTTS : The Tits! If you’ve ever sat up late at night, gazing at the stars above you, or out at that spooky graveyard just around the corner, then this show is for you. Full of real experts who have a somewhat firm grasp on the metaphysical, skeptics … Continue reading "WTTS RADIO – Paranaelianomoly (PODCAST)"
2010-09-2627 min