Sofar DFW Podcast

On this episode, we'll introduce you to a musician who's a master of blending soul, poetry, and music. Her name is Madison Daggett. Her folky, melancholic music draws from her deep introspection... there are a special innocence and purity about her sets that are truly mesmerizing to watch, I mean...to listen to. Stay tuned after the interview to listen to 'River', an original track from Madison. https://www.facebook.com/madisondaggettmusic/

On this episode, Ana Xavier sat down with Chase Weinacht and Josh Halpern, the core of Marmalakes. These lifelong friends love to create beautiful, melodic, rock and roll songs and if you have never heard their music live... don't worry, we have a live performance of the Marmalakes' 'New Sweden', recorded right here, in Dallas!

Hi, welcome to the Sofar DFW Podcast. Every other week we release a new interview and a live performance from a Sofar artist right here, in the Dallas Fort Worth area. On this episode Ana Xavier talks to brothers Joe and Dave Dunwell, two very talented lads that yes, you got it right...are the core of British pop/rock band The Dunwells. During the chat, we didn't shy away from talking about an unexpected horse encounter in Austin, the Dunwell's first record and how fate works in very, very mysterious ways...

On this episode, Ana Xavier catches up with performer singer-songwriter Nick Flora. Nick's passion for stories, comedy and audience interaction is obvious from the first minute he steps in on stage. We looked back at his early music years, gyms metaphors... and why lobster and skittles go together. You really need to stay tuned for that...

On this episode Ana Xavier sat down with David Kapsner, Michael Jekot, Tyler Rush and Tim Durand, the four members of rock and roll band The Mammoths. Honoring the pretty wild side of rock and roll, the Austin band has lived some wild adventures...and has had pretty epic encounters. Stay tuned after the interview for an exclusive track by the Mammoths, recorded live at GoodWork Dallas. Thanks to Sofar's audio engineer Jay Simon, for acing the live recording of 'All I need', by the Mammoths. Don't forget to check sofarsounds.com for upcoming show dates!

Singer-songwriter Thomas Csorba talks about his debut EP, how he felt when we got to share the stage with his idol at ACL and recording in cassettes... Listen to the full interview for a special treat! Follow https://soundcloud.com/user-318009742

We caught up with Austin-based singer-songwriter Brandon Luedtke to hear about the artist's debut LP, Morning Light, touring, and we also detoured the conversation to talk about mixing coffee and beer. Follow https://soundcloud.com/brandonluedtke Apply for the upcoming Sofar DFW shows: bit.ly/SofarDFW

On this episode, Ana Xavier caught up with Nightcap band members Ryan King, Jake Bomgaars, Alex Alfonso 'Fonzi', Adrian Ayala and Deryk Camazine and learned that their music is a varied buffet of experiences. Don't forget to give https://soundcloud.com/kinkmusic a follow! Apply for the next Sofar DFW gig: bit.ly/SofarDFW

The Brook & the Bluff are a very friendly 4-piece from Birmingham, AL founded in the Spring of 2016. Ana Xavier sat down with frontman Joseph Settine, drummer John Canada, guitarist Alec Bolton and bassist Fred Lankford to talk about their most recent track release, touring and their love-hate relationship with #Subway sandwiches. Listen now, we have a little surprise for you. Follow https://soundcloud.com/the-brook-the-bluff

Now released bi-monthly, the latest Sofar DFW Podcast features Sofar alumni Henry the Archer. We spoke to Richard Phillip Hennessy (aka "Henry") about music awards, floating flamingos and the meaning behind his track 'Pillow People'. Follow Henry the Archer https://www.reverbnation.com/henrythearcher Apply to the next Sofar DFW gig: bit.ly/SofarDFW

We caught up with LEV, unveiling her plans for 2018 and revealing her passions from music to vintage clothes and her entrepreneurial side. Follow https://soundcloud.com/levthemusic Apply to the next Sofar DFW gig: bit.ly/SofarDFW

We caught up with Alex Blair, front woman from electric soul band Blayr.

For musicians, the whole "How did you end up playing Sofar shows?" happens in all sorts of ways. For singer-songwriter Molly Bush, it happened in a very special way... Follow https://soundcloud.com/molly-bush-592638262 Apply for tickets for the next Sofar DFW gig: bit.ly/SofarDFW

Kelsey Lewis can light up a room in seconds with her melodic, joyful voice and incredible expressiveness. Ana Xavier spoke to the singer for the Sofar DFW Podcast and heard about her one-take music video 'Falling', how as an independent musician she dealt with intellectual property theft and, most importantly, how she overcame it. Follow https://soundcloud.com/kelseylewismusic Apply for tickets for the next Sofar DFW gig: bit.ly/SofarDFW

If you're a fan of St. Yuma you should listen to this...

"Very eclectic and sonically exciting", that's how RHU defines her latest EP 'Transitioning'. We spoke to the jazz artist about her latest release and the thought process behind it; porcelain and Indian food. Give https://soundcloud.com/rhumusic a follow. Apply for tickets for the next Sofar DFW gig: bit.ly/SofarDFW

Sofar artists come from all walks of life and Baylor Wilson is no different. The Dallasite, now living in Nashville became known to the american public after her performance in Survivor back in 2014. Today, Baylor enchants audiences with her music skills, playing what she describes as 'Gipsy Country", a mix of "Country, Rock and a bit of singer-songwriter". Ana Xavier caught up with Baylor before her first Sofar DFW performance in Dallas and they spoke about her upcoming music projects, her 'potential' career in 'racing cars' and Sheryl Crow. Follow https://soundcloud.com/baylorwilson Apply for tickets for the next Sofar DFW gig: bit.ly/SofarDFW

Garrett Owen spent his childhood and teenage years traveling the globe with his parents, in missionary missions in Africa and Central America so it's no surprise that his tracks showcase a lot of that. We dived deep into his past experiences as he had mentioned that that's a part of his life that he doesn't get to talk very often. We also touched on subjects like tombstones and recording songs in the middle of Tanzania. Apply to get into the next Sofar DFW gig: bit.ly/SofarDFW

Jake Jeanson, Lorien Jeanson, Angela Miller, Sarah Organista, Lindsey Letto and Evan Kramer are more than friends - they became family after touring the country, sleeping under the stars and playing extraordinary venues. Hit 'Play' to get to know the Californian Band. Apply to get into the next Sofar DFW gig: bit.ly/SofarDFW

When you meet Chad Goodson for the first time you're bound to talk about Ne-Yo, coffee, Mondays and doing what you love. Don't believe us? Just hit play! Follow https://soundcloud.com/chad-goodson Apply to get into the next Sofar DFW gig: bit.ly/SofarDFW

We caught up with singer-songwriter LO before her first Sofar performance in Oak Cliff and she revealed some exciting news about her upcoming debut EP! Apply to get into the next Sofar DFW gig: bit.ly/SofarDFW

D and Chi reveal all about their deal with Sony (LSE/EDMG/Orchard/Sony), their adventures while busking in Oak Cliff and their trip to Houston after Hurricane Harvey hit the city. Follow https://soundcloud.com/dandchi Follow this link to apply to get into the next Sofar DFW gig: bit.ly/SofarDFW

Terry Odis is a man of many talents: he is an architect, a teacher, a poet and also a singer. He's performed countless times at Sofar Sounds Dallas/Fort Worth and he's even curated a show. Curious? Listen now. Follow this link to apply to get into the next Sofar DFW gig: bit.ly/SofarDFW