Country singer-songwriter William Clark Green talks about tour bus maintenance bills, sound check rehearsals (and why they’re important), and learning lessons the hard way.
Fredrik Saroea on Ritchie Valens, Metallica, and His Accountant
Fredrik Saroea talks about the basement speakeasy at his rehearsal space, how his 2020 album came to be, and sticking with his old crew.
Wesley Dean on Meeting Locals and Walking Many Roads
Nashville by way of Adelaide, Australia singer-songwriter Wesley Dean talks about taking a break from music, being patient, and carving his own way.
John Doe on Guitar Strings, Ballpoint Pens, and Intuition
Musician, songwriter, and actor John Doe talks about giving away his tour van and finding coffee, cigarettes, and beer on the road.
Abbie Gardner on The Blues Brothers and Athletic Training
Singer-songwriter Abbie Gardner talks about touring with bamboo utensils, working as an occupational therapist, and an early song about commuting in Boston.
The Americans on Venice Beach Rehearsals and Day Jobs Old and New
Rock band The Americans share photos from the road and reflect on what they’ve learned so far in their musical career.
My Darling Clementine on Broken Heart Strings and Advice from Townes Van Zandt
Lou Dalgleish & Michael Weston King of My Darling Clementine reflect on some tour adventures and learning to navigate the music business.
The Kentucky Gentlemen on Showing Up and Working Hard
Brandon and Derek Campbell – the Kentucky Gentlemen – talk about the surprise guest at their first gig, the early song that they wrote for their godmother, and the value of good friends.
Amy Correia on Famed NYC Club Sin-é and Not Changing Her Guitar Strings
Singer-songwriter Amy Correia talks about her car dubbed “Footloose” and the stabilizing effect of a steady paycheck.
Joshua Rilko on His Collapsible Kettle and the Inspiration for an Early Song He Wrote
Nashville-based Joshua Rilko talks about touring in a shuttle bus that ran on straight veggie oil and winning his high school talent show.