Rock Hall of Famer Richie Furay recalls his first gigs, paid and unpaid, and the time when his band’s instruments got locked up.
Nicky Egan on Side Hustles and the Key to a Lasting Career
Soul singer and songwriter Nicky Egan talks about working in a NYC hat shop and earning a high pressure reputation as a Yelp guru from her band mates.
Dave Mason on Tour Bus Maintenance and Staying Grounded
Rock Hall of Famer Dave Mason talks about working for the phone company and reveals where the magic happens.
Eliza of Eliza & the Delusionals on Bath Bombs and Finding a Rehearsal Space
Eliza, of Australian rock band Eliza & the Delusionals, talks about learning through trial and error and visiting Denny’s and Subway while touring across the US.
William Clark Green on Tom Yum Soup, Buddy Holly, and Being Resilient
Country singer-songwriter William Clark Green talks about tour bus maintenance bills, sound check rehearsals (and why they’re important), and learning lessons the hard way.
Fredrik Saroea on Ritchie Valens, Metallica, and His Accountant
Fredrik Saroea talks about the basement speakeasy at his rehearsal space, how his 2020 album came to be, and sticking with his old crew.
Wesley Dean on Meeting Locals and Walking Many Roads
Nashville by way of Adelaide, Australia singer-songwriter Wesley Dean talks about taking a break from music, being patient, and carving his own way.
John Doe on Guitar Strings, Ballpoint Pens, and Intuition
Musician, songwriter, and actor John Doe talks about giving away his tour van and finding coffee, cigarettes, and beer on the road.
Abbie Gardner on The Blues Brothers and Athletic Training
Singer-songwriter Abbie Gardner talks about touring with bamboo utensils, working as an occupational therapist, and an early song about commuting in Boston.
The Americans on Venice Beach Rehearsals and Day Jobs Old and New
Rock band The Americans share photos from the road and reflect on what they’ve learned so far in their musical career.