The Ballroom Thieves’ Martin Earley talks about his “epically emo†first song and the band’s increasing income… and expenses.
John Craigie on a Fun College Job and Not Compromising on Performances
John Craigie recalls an early song about dating in college and how he passed the time in Red Bluff, CA when his tour van broke down.
Mark Olson on The Land of Curveballs and Climbing Up Mount Music
Renowned singer-songwriter Mark Olsen talks about the benefits of touring via trains, late night soup, and banter sessions.
Ron Sexsmith on Instant Oatmeal and Gallows Humour
Singer-songwriter Ron Sexsmith recalls getting kicked off his tour bus and talks about making a living in music.
Matt Hillyer of Eleven Hundred Springs on U Joints and Reverend Horton Heat
Matt Hillyer of Dallas country outfit Eleven Hundred Springs talks about playing his first gig at age 13 and the importance of being kind to people.
BJ Barham on 99 Cent Menus, Turtleneck Sweaters, and Minor Brushes with Catastrophe
American Aquarium’s BJ Barham shares a touring tip to avoid cops and break-ins, reveals the one thing that he has refused to give up, and talks about why it is important to surround yourself with the right people.
Ben de la Cour on the Beauty of Surprises and Playing CBGBs
Singer-songwriter Ben de la Cour talks about early days touring in his sweet 2003 Dodge Neon and his trick for eating cheaply, if not healthy, while on tour.
Andy Frasco on Gas Station Fruit, Destroying Pianos, and Touring Relentlessly
Andy Frasco reveals how many pianos he destroys a year and how many miles he drives each year while touring.
Jesse Daniel on His Litany of Day Jobs and Why Cool Points Don’t Matter
Jesse Daniel talks about his steady upward climb in both life and tour vehicles.
Webb Wilder on Getting Paid in Vinyl and Keeping It Between the Ditches
Webb Wilder talks about his side gig in music and why hotel breakfasts aren’t well timed.