Guitarist Larry Keel talks about writing his first song while sitting in a corn field, the time that his van transmission went out, and the weekly pickin’ jams that took place in Fauquier County, VA.
Zach Lupetin of Dustbowl Revival on Limber Minivans and Keeping Expectations in Check
Dustbowl Revival’s Zach Lupetin talks about the band’s castle-like rehearsal space and why music is a long game.
Robert Vincent on Bad Day Jobs and Selling His Songs on the Road
Singer-songwriter Robert Vincent talks about overcoming self-doubt and shares tips for touring Scotland.
Vance Gilbert on Bedroom Rehearsals and Studying with a US Poet Laureate
Folk singer Vance Gilbert talks about why he buys guitar strings by the pack and why songwriters should pay close attention to the melodies of the greats.
Erinn Peet Lukes of Thunder & Rain on Musician Bio-Pics and a Borrowed Capo
Christopher Paul Stelling on Gas Station Coffee and Things Better Off Forgotten
Singer-songwriter Christopher Paul Stelling talks about going through tour vehicles like Kleenex, reusable water bottles, and the musician’s waiting game.
Jano Rix of The Wood Brothers on His 3rd Grade Band and Working a Musician’s Hours
Jano Rix of The Wood Brothers talks about the song he wrote when he was 4 years old, taking a (few month) break from music, and surrounding himself with the right people.
Darling West Talk About Their Favorite Day Jobs and the Best Way to Support Musicians
Mari Sandvær Kreken and Tor Egil Kreken from Norwegian duo Darling West reflect on the moment that they decided to be a band and why they avoid the bathroom at their rehearsal space.
Greg Klyma on Working at a Candy Store and Touring with Tupperware
Greg Klyma talks about the love/hate relationship that he has with his ride and free range organic cashews.
G. Love on Fresh Guitar Strings and Tending His Garden
G. Love talks about rehearsing in a 200 year old garden shed and finding the balance between business and music.