Nerissa and Katryna Nields share some memorable tour van names (“Moby Juan Van Kanobe”), rehearsing in the car, and how they spent the money that they earned at their first gig.
Lumar Leblanc of The Soul Rebels on Tour Routines and Building Meaningful Relationships
Lumar Leblanc, founder of The Soul Rebels, talks about band rehearsals at New Orlean’s famed Le Bon Ton and how the band got its name.
“Frenchie” Sciou on Billy Gibbon’s Guitar and Becoming a US Citizen
Kevin “Frenchie” Sciou of Frenchie’s Blues Destroyers talks about touring in a Toyota Yaris and shares a favorite Seasick Steve quote.
James Hunter on Rube Goldberg, Tour Haircuts, and Avoiding Second Thoughts
R&B singer-songwriter James Hunter recalls working on the railroad and talks about sweaty guitar strings.
Danny Barnes on Comic Books, Motorcycles, and Kitchen Table Rehearsals
Self-proclaimed “legacy cat” banjoist Danny Barnes talks about the words of “encouragement” that he received from a former day job boss and talks about why he still plays shows.
The Mastersons on Curated Tour Bus Treats and the Non-Financial Riches of Music
Eleanor Whitmore and Chris Masterson talk about the importance of self-care and not sweating the small shit.
Larry Keel on Bird Feeders and Learning the Music Business from the Ground Up
Guitarist Larry Keel talks about writing his first song while sitting in a corn field, the time that his van transmission went out, and the weekly pickin’ jams that took place in Fauquier County, VA.
Zach Lupetin of Dustbowl Revival on Limber Minivans and Keeping Expectations in Check
Dustbowl Revival’s Zach Lupetin talks about the band’s castle-like rehearsal space and why music is a long game.
Robert Vincent on Bad Day Jobs and Selling His Songs on the Road
Singer-songwriter Robert Vincent talks about overcoming self-doubt and shares tips for touring Scotland.
Vance Gilbert on Bedroom Rehearsals and Studying with a US Poet Laureate
Folk singer Vance Gilbert talks about why he buys guitar strings by the pack and why songwriters should pay close attention to the melodies of the greats.