I Love Music Podcast with Jen Fodor

Jeremy Levy is a Los Angeles based Grammy-Nominated Composer & Orchestrator for the track Uranus: The Magician off of his album The Planets: Reimagined. We talk about orchestrating Netflix's “The Queen’s Gambit,” Disney’s “Frozen 2,” touring with the Brian Setzer Orchestra, and what went into creating his album “The Planets: Reimagined.” If you are interested in composing, orchestration, and many more tips check out this interview! 

Brian Elmquist & Justin Glasco are longtime friends & collaborators. After touring the world together they created a new project called JOYCLUB. Recently they released their new EP “Just a Dream.” We discuss the new EP, life on the road with The Lone Bellow, to their first time on Letterman. It’s a fun discussion filled with great stories, songwriting, & producing tips. Check it out!

Nadia Vaeh is a Los Angeles based artist & songwriter. We have a great discussion about her latest single & new music video “Anxiety.” We talk about the songwriting process, upcoming releases & life during the pandemic. What a fun time to catch up with Nadia & hear her story. Check it out!

Zach Hurd known for his project Bay Ledges is a Los Angeles based artist & producer. On Friday August 21 he releases his new six song EP called “New Daze.” The EP is full of dreamy indie-pop goodness. We talk about his journey, new music, songwriting process & challenges he has had along the way. Check out this great interview!

Lindsay Wolfington & Laura Webb are music supervisors. They have worked on the Netflix rom-com trilogy To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before & won Best Music Supervision in a Television Limited Series or Movie at the Guild of Music Supervisors Awards. Lindsay is known for her work on One Tree Hill where she featured over 1700 songs from breaking artists. Laura has worked on Siren, Teen Wolf, Sacred Lies, Resident Alien & The Purge. Check out Warrior Nun on Netflix, Linsday was the music supervisor & features music from Lykke Li & Billie Eilish. This conversation was so insightful for artists who want to get their music placed & for people who want to be music supervisors. Check it out!

Daryl Simmons is a Grammy Award Winning songwriter & producer. He has worked with Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Toni Braxton & TLC along with so many legendary artists. He co-wrote and co-produced Boyz II Men's most successful song to date, “End of the Road” that won a Grammy Award for “Best R&B Song” in 1992. We had such a great conversation talking about his journey about how he met and worked with LaFace Records production duo L.A. Reid & Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds. We also cover songwriting, working with Whitney and Michael & so many more great stories. Check out this interview!

Charlie Barnes is an artist & musician from England. We had a great discussion about the process of recording his new album “Last Night’s Glitter” being released on Superball Music on July 3rd. In this interview we talk about the process of recording the stripped-down versions of the songs. We nerd out about studio set ups, songwriting, performing, being a multi-instrumentalist for Bastille & discuss some of the last live shows before the coronavirus hit. So great to have Charlie back on the show & catch up. Be sure to check out his previous episode as well!

The tables are turned in celebration of my 50th episode. My friend Julie Belle asks me, Jen Fodor questions about my journey in music & working in film/television. So many topics are covered including talking about being an artist manager, songwriting, & life on the road. Check out this episode!

Nick Reinhart is a Los Angeles based artist & musician. Getting his start in the three-piece Sacramento band Tera Melos, we talk about his new project Disheveled Cuss. The self-titled debut album comes out June 12th on Sargent House. We talk about Nick’s music journey, songwriting, touring, new album, & working with Best Coast & Portugal. The Man. Check out this fun interview!

Ryan Kattner also known as Honus Honus from Man Man has a new album “Dream Hunting in the Valley of the In-Between” that drops May 1st on Sub Pop Records. We talk about the song writing process, music videos, and what it’s like to be a musician during these uncertain times. It was so fun to catch up with Ryan again & be sure to check out his previous interview as well!

Anna Burch is an artist from Detroit, Michigan. She is releasing her sophomore album “If You’re Dreaming” on Polyvinyl Records. We discuss the new album. Anna talks about directing her new music videos & Ben Collins from Minihorse joins to chat about their collaborative process. Check out this episode it’s super fun!

Ryan Beuschel is the VP of A&R at Warner Chappell Music. Ryan works with artists & writers such as Lady Antebellum, Dustin Lynch & Rhett Akins. We talk about Ryan’s country music journey & if you want to know more about the publishing world, songwriting & the business side of music this interview is for you.  So many different aspects of the industry covered.  Check it out!

Little Hurricane is a dirty blues duo who originally met in San Diego, CA. We do a quick catch up to talk about their new album "Love Luck" & about life on the road with a baby on the way. It was so fun to hear what CC & Tone have been up to since being my very first podcast guests! Check out this episode.

Jason Singer is a Michigan based artist that has founded the project Michigander.  Michigander’s new EP, "Where Do We Go From Here" is out now on C3 Records.  Jason has some really down to earth tips for artists, shares his journey & unique moments from out on the road.  This is a fun episode!  Check it out.

Jamie Drake is a Los Angeles based artist who has collaborated with Jim James & Moby over the years. Her new album EVERYTHING’S FINE was produced by AJ Minette & is being released on AntiFragile Records on September 20th. We talk about her journey, new album & the process of recording it. Check it out!

Daniel Feels is a Los Angeles based artist & songwriter having co-written for Weezer & recently has been on NBC’s Songland.  Songland brings three amazing chart topping producers to coach each songwriter to take their song to the next level.  We dive deep into Daniel’s journey, songwriting, various projects he’s apart of & talk about the Songland process. Check out this episode!

Blake Stokes is an artist that plays in Jagged Baptist Club formed in Vernon, CA.  The band consists of Blake Stokes, Morgan Ponder, Josh Boyd & CJ Ramsey.  I get to talk to Blake about so many interesting subjects from being a child actor, performing, English bands, sobriety & so many insightful tips for artists.  Jagged Baptist Club is releasing their new album on Chainletter Collective on June 28th called “Reptile Super Show.”  Check out this episode!

Ryan Lindsey is an artist that plays in the band BRONCHO from Tulsa, Oklahoma. The band consist of of Ryan Lindsey on guitar and vocals, Ben King on guitars, Penny Pitchlynn on bass & Nathan Price on drums. Their album Bad Behavior was released on Park The Van Records in 2018. We have a fun conversation about Ryan’s roots, childhood memories & tips for being on the road. Check out this interview!

Laura Benack & Steven Mertens are Los Angeles based artists having formed the project Bass Race.  We discuss their musical journey from New York City to Los Angeles.  Steven has toured with The Moldy Peaches and is a Director/Animator.  He has worked on various music videos for Regina Spektor, Louis The Child & K.Flay.  Laura has some amazing harmonies, musical styling's & creative direction and with their powers combined they create some fantastic music & amazing visual content.  Be sure to check out this interview!

Amanda Krieg Thomas has worked over a decade in music supervision. Recently she has been working on Pose & American Horror Story on FX, and The Politician on Netflix & so many other fantastic projects. She has released a new book called “Thinking In Sync: A Primer on the Mind of a Music Supervisor” you can find it on Amazon & if you want to find out more about what she is working on or speaking next www.yayteaminc.com This interview has so many good tips for artists & people who want to work in music supervision. Check it out!

Danny Parker is a Los Angeles based artist & songwriter having co-written modern pop songs for Nick Jonas, Shawn Mendes and James Blunt.  We talk about the songwriting process from stepping into a session to writing a hook and also discuss to his new project called Model Child.  Model Child's new EP titled, ABC’s will be released in April.  It was so fun chatting with Danny and if you want to learn more about song structure and his journey check out this episode!

Matt Sheehy is an artist from Portland, Oregon.  Matt is a touring multi-instrumentalist for Ramona Falls and EL VY and has an indie rock project called Lost Lander.  We talk about so many great things from where he grew up, to his one-man show called ABERDEEN. It’s a fascinating tale of a snippet of his life living in a remote cabin near the logging village of Aberdeen, Washington. It’s part rock concert, part podcast and part Twilight Zone. Check out this episode.

Neighbor Lady is an indie-rock, classic country western band from Atlanta, Georgia.  They were another one of the talented artists that was apart of Music Tastes Good in Long Beach.  We talk about tour, writers block & their debut album Maybe Later on Friendship Fever records.  Was such a pleasure chatting with them, check out this episode!

For this years Music Tastes Good festival in Downtown Long Beach I got to interview some amazing artists, including the electro pop band The Blow comprising of Khaela Maricich & Melissa Dyne. We talk about their album Brand New Abyss, Woman Producer project, music journey & so much more. Check it out!

David Magidoff & Jeff Braine are comedians, actors and perform improv around Los Angeles. David is one of the hosts of HQ Trivia and Jeff performs in Roadies Improv. We talk about their musical improv group called “buds” and so much more. There might even be a song about one of my bad bumble dates. Check out this episode.

Jacob Summers also, known for his musical project called Avid Dancer is a Los Angeles based songwriter and musician. We talk about his journey from writing his first album in his 30’s to meeting his wife, Sharaya, who his new album is named after.  Jacob has many good insights into the music business for artists and musicians.  Be sure to check out this episode!

Sydney Wayser, also known for her musical project called Clara Nova, is a French-American, Los Angeles based musician and song writer.  We talk about her music beginnings, visual art, to overcoming and moving forward after a major label deal dissolved.  Hear her encouraging words and be sure to check out her new EP, "The Iron Age."

Double Header with Dave Davison from Maps & Atlases and Anna Burch. It’s been about 6 years since Maps & Atlases released their last album, we discuss their new their new EP “Lightlessness is Nothing New” on Barsuk Records.  For the second half I talk with Anna Burch about her debut album “Quit the Curse” on Polyvinyl Records.  We talk about music videos and so much more.  Check it out! 

Howard Mordoh is known as the LA Rocker or The Dancing Man.  If you are in Los Angeles, you probably have seen him at a show or two dancing it up.  Howard is a LA legend when it comes to concerts.  We talk about Coachella, Desert Trip, LCD Soundsystem to Bruce Springsteen and Howard reminisces about Los Angeles back in the day.  Howard’s story is an adventure and if you are an avid concert goer this episode is for you.

Mister Heavenly consists of Ryan Kattner, Nick Thorburn & Joe Plummer. Kattner & Thorburn discuss Mister Heavenly’s album called “Boxing The Moonlight” on Polyvinyl Records.  They also share about their music & songwriting beginnings, Directing & Music Supervision.  Both have worked in various other projects, Kattner is also known for Man Man & Honus Honus & Thorburn is known for Islands & The Unicorns. 

Pete Anderson is an agent at the Agency for the Performing Arts (APA) and books different artists, unique music festivals and events including Desert Daze, Burger Records and Dance Yourself Clean.  Pete shares his story, discusses what it takes to become an agent, and different tips for bands on the touring circuit. 

Ben Hubbird has worked at CD Baby for 10 years working with the Digital Promotions & Label Relations team.  If you are an artist & want to learn more about digital streaming services like Spotify or Apple Music this episode is for you.  Ben also is a DJ at XRAY FM in Portland, Oregon.

Cam Dmytryk is a multi-instrumentalist and plays in the band FACIAL.  FACIAL’S new album Facade will be released on September 27 on Chain Letter Collective.  Cam shares about growing up in Oregon, how FACIAL formed and talks about their upcoming tour.

Joey Dornbos is a musician from Grand Rapids, MI and founded the rock and roll band the Bangups. Joey shares his journey, gives some song writing tips he has learned along the way, and discusses his chase for fame and finding identity.

Joe Gregory is a Seattle based musician and talks about how he endured nine years of industry runaround before he turned age 30. His new EP, Gold Teeth + Glass Eyes dives into the heartbreak and desperation of Joe’s past. Joe’s journey is redemptive and show’s his tenacity to make music after years of industry disappointments.

Brent Knopf is a musician and has played in various projects from his start in Menomena to his solo project Ramona Falls, he has also co-founded EL VY with Matt Berninger from The National.   Brent shares his story, stories from the road & talks about his new Ramona Falls album COILS.

Tracy Brown is Co-Owner & General Manager of CO5 Music that provides national radio promotion to artists who compete on a national level. Tracy has worked with both major and independent labels and manages artists including Boy Epic & Ray Little. If you are someone who wants to know more about the world of radio take a listen.

Marc Scibilia is an American singer-songwriter. He has had great success by having his music licensed on various television shows and commercials. In 2012 his song “How Bad We Need Each Other“ shot up to the #1 spot on the iTunes Singer-Songerwriter charts. Marc has toured with James Bay, Gavin James, Butch Walker, and Zac Brown Band amongst others. If you are an artist listen to this episode to hear some good words of wisdom!

Nicholas Shelestak is a musician who plays guitars, synths and samplers for Phantogram. Recorded live at Coachella, Nicholas talks about his musical journey, what life is like on the road, photography and gives artists some encouraging words on how to keep going.

Dick Valentine is the lead vocalist and co-founder of the the Detroit based rock band Electric Six. Founded in 1996, Electric Six has 12 full-length albums and a new one coming out later this year. We discuss tour, Dick’s musical journey and lay to rest the Jack White, “Danger! (High Voltage)” rumor.

Pete Davis works at Bunim-Murray Productions as a music supervisor. Bunim-Murray produces shows like The Real World, Keeping Up With The Kardashians, Bad Girls Club and Born This Way. If you are interested in becoming a music supervisor or an artist wanting to know more about music licensing this episode is for you.

After quitting his job in A&R at Drive-Thru Records, Peter Verdell formed his project Act As If. Since 2010 Act As If has released multiple albums and has been featured on ABC, MTV, Apple.com and LA’s very own KROQ-Locals Only. Peter shares his journey in the music industry.

Ian Imhof has worked in the music industry in various rolls from marketing, tour and artist management to now being a Senior Publicist. We discuss his journey and fun stories from visiting Abbey Road to getting to work day-to-day with The Lumineers. If you are an artist and want to know more about the PR world be sure to listen.

Fred Thomas is a musician and multi-instrumentalist that started out in the Ann Arbor / Ypsilanti, Michigan noise scene in the early 90’s. His new album Changer has just been released on Polyvinyl Records.   We discuss his new album and musical journey from the various bands he has been in to tour.

Kevin Bronson is a music journalist. He has freelanced for The Times, LA Weekly, SPIN.com and SXSWorld magazine. Since 2002 he has covered the Los Angeles music scene and in 2008 launched his own digital blog Buzzbands LA. Kevin has a history of tipping readers to many unsigned artists such as Silversun Pickups, Cold War Kids and the Airborne Toxic Event. He is an avid concertgoer and some of his press badges include Coachella, Lollapalooza, FYF and SXSW.

Shiragirl shares her story on how she crashed Warped Tour back in 2004 with her Shiragirl Stage.  She is a leader that has paved the way and given many female fronted bands an opportunity to break into a male dominated industry. Shiragirl has supported Rancid, NOFX, Juliette Lewis and Joan Jett.  We talk about how she broke into the boys club and made punk rock history.

Michael Kaminsky is a founder of KMGMT, which is a full service management company. Some of the artists he manages include 3OH!3, Archis, As It Is, Tonight Alive and The Summer Set. We discuss music, community, his journey and has some good words of wisdom for artists.

Watching For Foxes is an indie folk rock band from Grand Rapids, Michigan. Joey Frendo & Geoffrey Kartes talk about live performance, tour and recording their album Undone Bird.

Minihorse is a band from Ypsilanti, Michigan on Friendship Fever records. Ben Collins, Christian Anderson and John Fossum discuss how Minihorse was formed, their new EP and life on the road.

Kevin Lyman is the founder of the Vans Warped Tour which has helped launch the careers of Eminem, Katy Perry, No Doubt, Echosmith, and Paramore. Kevin discusses event production, the difficulty coming off of tour and business side of the industry.

Cleto & the Cletones are the house band for Jimmy Kimmel Live.  Cleto grew up as a neighbor of host Jimmy Kimmel in Las Vegas.  The band shares their unique bond of working with each other throughout the years.  The band includes Cleto Escobedo III, Cleto Escobedo, Jr, Jeff Babko,Toshi Yanagi, Jimmy Earl, and Jonathan Dresel.