Daniel Womack of rock band Futurebirds talks about his favorite fast food burger and working as “the fry guy” at a restaurant.
Freedy Johnston on Pink Floyd’s “Welcome to the Machine” and Lessons Learned at Early Gigs
Singer-songwriter Freedy Johnston talks about regaining the publishing rights to his early albums and quotes Jonathan Richman on his approach to rehearsals.
Pat Faherty and Tim Carman of GA-20 on “Yum Yums” and Side Hustles
Guitarist Pat Faherty and drummer Tim Carman of blues band GA-20 share the story behind the inside photo on their Crackdown album and recall the first gig that Tim played with the band.
Jonathan Terrell On “Sweet Maxine” and a Rough First Gig in Austin
Texas musician Jonathan Terrell talks about enjoying BBQ while on tour and playing Chris Isaak’s “Wicked Game” at honky-tonks in Texas as a kid.
Derek Hoke on the Call of the Cracker Barrel and a Tip for Live Performers
Nashville’s Derek Hoke talks about the first two songs that he wrote (in 9th grade) and the bar fight that broke out at his first gig.
Rachel Sumner on Her Band’s “Wellness Wizard” and The Importance of Having Quality Live Videos
Singer-songwriter Rachel Sumner talks about her band’s sweet customized tour vehicle and Kiki the love bird, who occasionally sings along during band rehearsals.
Sarah Vos of Dead Horses on Tour Vehicles in Covid Times and Being DIY
Sarah Vos from Milwaukee duo Dead Horses talks about their supportive fan base and recalls the various rehearsal spaces that they have used.
Mariel Buckley on Pre-Tour Food Shopping and Steadily Improving Profit Margins
Canadian singer-songwriter Mariel Buckley talks about her ‘08 Dodge Grand Caravan, shitty gas station decisions, and working as a cook.
Wade Bowen on His Uncle Bob’s Restaurant and Why He Started Playing Guitar
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.