Texas singer-songwriter Robert Ellis talks about why the tour van embodies the music business writ large and the importance of “do it now”.
Doug Levitt on Theme Parks and Traveling by Greyhound Bus
Singer-songwriter Doug Levitt talks about a co-write from his middle school years and his last proper, full-time gig.
Alexander Beggins of Wild Child on Hummus and Getting Stranded in Canada
Alexander Beggins of indie rock band Wild Child talks about the band’s approach to their first album and the importance of appreciating little moments and tiny victories.
David Garza on His Tour Diet Closer and The Best “Job” Ever
Singer/songwriter/guitarist/producer David Garza talks about playing his 7th grade talent show and “PB&J”, the song.
Del Barber on Music Business Loyalty and Working on a Farm
Canadian singer-songwriter Del Barber talks about removing a skunk from his rehearsal space, sleeping in his car while on tour, and his band family.
Matt Pond of The Natural Lines on Reading Contracts and His Love of Ice Cream
Matt Pond of The Natural Lines talks about getting electrocuted, reading contracts, and being a professional insomniac.
Zach Williams of The Lone Bellow on RX Bars, Love, and Asbestos
The Lone Bellow’s Zach Williams talks about “The Green Monster” (not the one in Boston) and working as a realtor.
Abe Partridge on Jogging While on Tour and The Sound of New Guitar Strings
Alabama-based singer-songwriter Abe Partridge talks about his favorite day job (hint: none of them) and talks about his first gig – winning a songwriting contest.
Chickasaw Mudd Puppies on Rehearsal Space Hootenannies and Their Approach to Tour Vehicles
Athens, GA’s Chickasaw Mudd Puppies talk about the first songs that they wrote, harmonica inflation, and how the band got its name.
Eugene Hütz of Gogol Bordello On Guitar String Sculptures and His Approach to Songwriting
Gogol Bordello’s Eugene Hütz talks about the time the band’s tour bus starting sliding backwards off a hill, the Hütz Superfood Roadside Café, and the reviews from his first gig.