Texas singer-songwriter Wade Bowen talks about avoiding carbs, touring in an extended cab pickup truck, and taking time to smell the roses.
Caroline Spence on Her “Sweet Old Ride” and Achieving Career Goals
Singer-songwriter Caroline Spence talks about her home writing space, recordings of songs she wrote when she was six, and unlearning things learned early in her career.
Lydia Luce on a Favorite Songwriting Gig and Working as a Session Violinist
Songwriter and musician Lydia Luce talks about touring in a school bus, making smoothie bowls on the road, and growing up in the classical music world.
Elizabeth Cook on Fresh Produce, Designer Shoes, and Her Tricked Out Tour Van
Nashville singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook talks about what happened when her band stayed up all night playing video games in her van and why she knows Little Jimmy Dickens and Tammy Wynette’s shoe sizes.
Parker Twomey on “Betty White Lightning” and His Hand-Me-Down Guitar
Texas singer-songwriter Parker Twomey talks about letting his guitar strings build character and why it is important to cherish each step of the way.
Eric Ambel on His Favorite NYC Rehearsal Spaces and Why Musicians Break Guitar Strings
Acclaimed musician and producer Eric Ambel talks about downsizing from a Suburban to a “sweet Ford Flex” and a lesson learned from a career in music.
Suzie Brown on Her Two Guitar Garage and Making Art For Art’s Sake
Singer-songwriter Suzie Brown talks about an epic sledding day, her day job, and why music is vulnerable work.
We Banjo 3 on Their On-Stage Ninja and Touring Folk Festivals
Irish Quartet We Banjo 3 talk about their pre-band day jobs and how they fuel their collective creative brain.
Jonah Tolchin on Losing His Car Keys and Teaching Music Lessons
Jonah Tolchin talks about Denny’s Grand Slam breakfast, bonus income, and the benefit of not pursuing music as a full-time profession.
Fortunate Ones On Band Origins and How They Chose Their Van Name
Andrew James O’Brien and Catherine Allan – Fortunate Ones – talk about the benefit of in-ear monitors and the importance of maintaining a semblance of consistency and routine while on tour.