Bluegrass singer-songwriter Rebecca Frazier talks about selling her tour van, martinis, and a lesson learned from Travis Tritt.
Emily Frembgen On Instant Oatmeal and Stage Fright
New York City singer-songwriter Emily Frembgen talks about hosting shows at a vegan doughnut shop where she worked and reveals the song that she wrote when she was five years old.
Tyson Davis of Blackwater Railroad Company on Touring in “Milk Milk” and Energetic Guitar Picking
Guitarist and vocalist Tyson Davis of Alaskan roots band Blackwater Railroad Company talks about the group’s rehearsal studio, where they recorded their most recent album, and his favorite day job.
Denitia on Coffee Shops, Her Kia Soul, and Following Her Intuition
Singer-songwriter Denitia talks about being resourceful when it comes to meals while on tour and shares a funny story about her rehearsal space.
Steve Cropper on Soundchecks, Sock Hops, and Selling Groove
Legendary guitarist and songwriter Steve Cropper talks about touring with the Blues Brothers, getting better tables at restaurants, and the experience of hearing your work played on the radio for the first time.
Willie Watson on Touring in the “Wanderlodge”, Odetta, and Working in Vineyards
Singer-songwriter, poet, actor and multi-instrumentalist Willie Watson talks about 2 days spent at West Virginia’s Hillybilly Truck Repair and recalls his first gig, playing Bianca’s Daughters, an Italian restaurant in Watkin’s Glen, NY.
Wilson Moyer of Happy Landing on Fast Food Restaurants and Persevering Through Disaster
Bassist Wilson Moyer of folk rock band Happy Landing talks about making ends meet when the band isn’t on the road, the day job that helped him build patience and willpower, and the importance of being a good hang.
Brady Stablein of Brother Elsey On the “2 Salads” Rule and Staying the Course
Brother Elsey vocalist and guitar player Brady Stablein talks about rehearsing in a half abandoned industrial warehouse, why their current day jobs are their favorite day jobs, and the group’s first live performance – when they were in middle school.
Bette Smith on a Faulty Tour Van Battery and Volunteering with Her Church Choir
New York City R&B singer and songwriter Bette Smith talks about live streaming from her band’s rehearsal space and the importance of self-care and balance.
South For Winter on Campground Rehearsals and Why You Should Close Your Laptop at Night
Nashville folk-blues band South for Winter talk about their transition from part-time to full-time musicians and their solar-powered tour van fridge.