Singer-songwriter Esther Rose talks about her old cherry red Subaru Forester and the delightful combination of sounds to be heard in her rehearsal studio.
Israel Nash Talks About Plato’s Form for Burgers and Building a Body of Work
Singer-songwriter Israel Nash discusses Ray Wylie Hubbard, turning down a lifetime laser tag membership, running a NYC children’s after-school program, and being dedicated to craft.
Gerry Beckley on Italian Truck Stops and His 50 Year Musical Journey
America co-founder Gerry Beckley on nightly “rehearsals”, covering the Ventures, and his first (and last) day job.
Anana Kaye and Irakli Gabriel on Tour Sandwiches and Ignoring Music Business Advice
Nashville-based duo Anana Kaye and Irakli Gabriel talk about the kind people of Virginia, the cat and dog in their rehearsal space, and going from zero to not being broke.
Jorma Kaukonen on Managing a Gas Station and Waiting for the Next Big Thing
Jorma Kaukonen from Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna talks about why bus drivers have to be magicians, his rehearsal space, and modern roadside America.
Jay Gonzalez on Delivering Flowers and Staying True to His Own Vision
Solo performer and Drive-By Truckers multi-instrumentalist Jay Gonzalez talks about breaking a guitar neck, the Jimmy Page “overbending up a third” thing, and a song for Elizabeth.
Beth Lee on Cynical Songs and Finding Inspiration When It Doesn’t Want To Be Found
Austin-based singer-songwriter Beth Lee talks about touring with a broken gear shift cable, touring solo to fund the band tours, and working on a food truck.
Zack Kibodeaux (Blue Water Highway) on a Montana Blowout and the Quality of Music
Blue Water Highway’s Zack Kibodeaux talks about home-cooked tour meals and getting the band started with a bang.
The Brother Brothers on Early Day Jobs and Making Things Happen
Adam and David Moss – The Brother Brothers – talk about tending bars and pedi-cabs, keeping their instruments working right, and touring with a box of Triscuits.
Jason Ringenberg on Computers, Tattoos, and Working on the Railroad
Jason Ringenberg talks about beating back the encroachment of touring fog, letting Avis and Enterprise support the arts, and how his chickens helping out with album pre-production.