Podcast appearances and mentions of brad stratton

Nahrávky Circusu Praha nenajdete na Spotify ani Apple Music, přesto zůstává iniciační kapelou pro řadu českých muzikantů. Mohl za to Brad Stratton, Američan, který se naučil perfektně česky a tuzemským hudebníkům přirozeně dodal pocit světovosti. Na Brada Strattona, který nečekaně zemřel loni v září, se bude 18. května vzpomínat v Malostranské Besedě. Hostem Honzy Vedrala v podcastu Headliner CZ byl proto jeho spoluhráč a kamarád Honza Ponocný. Připomíná pražskou hudební scénu devadesátých let, společné chvíle s Red Hot Chili Peppers na pódiu i úsměvné momenty, kdy česká rádia vyčítala Američanovi, že zpívá anglicky. Podcast Headliner CZ tentokrát doplňuje řada dobových písní, které si dnes v digitálním světě není možné pustit. Ale jejich kouzlo se neztratilo. Kdo byl Brad Stratton? A čím ovlivnil českou hudební scénu?

In episode two of Transmissions From Deep Ellum, the band members give us an unprecedented look inside the creation and refinement of the songs that came to make up their new album, the Grammy®-nominated Empire Central. Though the collective has recorded in front of live audiences before, shaking off two years of pandemic lockdown added a new level of intensity to the process. Band members discuss what it felt like to get back into rehearsals and realign as a group in order to execute on the musical direction inspired by bandleader Michael League.Snarky Puppy seamlessly fuses a deep knowledge and respect for musical tradition with sonic and conceptual innovation in a way that is able to reach the most critical- or most carefree- audience. After a decade of relentless touring and recording in all but complete obscurity, the Texas-bred/New York-based quasi-collective suddenly found itself held up by the press and public as one of the major figures in the jazz world. But as the category names for all four of the band's Grammy® awards would indicate (Best R&B Performance in 2014, Best Contemporary Instrumental Album in 2016, 2017, and 2021), Snarky Puppy isn't exactly a jazz band. It's not a fusion band, and it's definitely not a jam band. It's probably best to take Nate Chinen of the New York Times' advice, as stated in an online discussion about the group, to “take them for what they are, rather than judge them for what they're not.”Transmissions From Deep Ellum is produced by Eric Lense and Jamie Margulies of GroundUp Music, and is narrated by Alex Ariff. Producers for Osiris Media: Kirsten Cluthe and Matt Dwyer. Audio Production: Matt Dwyer. Developed with assistance from Brad Stratton. Written by Eric Renner Brown. Artwork by Mark Dowd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How would you describe Snarky Puppy? In Episode 1 of this series, band members weigh in on the essence of the group as they prepare to record Snarky Puppy's Grammy®-nominated album, Empire Central. Driven by band leader Michael League's direction to write an album that pays tribute to Dallas, the city where the band got its start, “Texas Is Texas” brings you into the process of planning a post-pandemic album and returning to its “Family Dinner-style” projects.Snarky Puppy seamlessly fuses a deep knowledge and respect for musical tradition with sonic and conceptual innovation in a way that is able to reach the most critical- or most carefree- audience. After a decade of relentless touring and recording in all but complete obscurity, the Texas-bred/New York-based quasi-collective suddenly found itself held up by the press and public as one of the major figures in the jazz world. But as the category names for all four of the band's Grammy® awards would indicate (Best R&B Performance in 2014, Best Contemporary Instrumental Album in 2016, 2017, and 2021), Snarky Puppy isn't exactly a jazz band. It's not a fusion band, and it's definitely not a jam band. It's probably best to take Nate Chinen of the New York Times' advice, as stated in an online discussion about the group, to “take them for what they are, rather than judge them for what they're not.”Transmissions From Deep Ellum is produced by Eric Lense and Jamie Margulies of GroundUp Music, and is narrated by Alex Ariff. Producers for Osiris Media: Kirsten Cluthe and Matt Dwyer. Audio Production: Matt Dwyer. Developed with assistance from Brad Stratton. Written by Eric Renner Brown. Artwork by Mark Dowd.This podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can also ask Alexa to play it. Please leave us a rating or review on iTunes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode three of Transmissions From Deep Ellum, the band finally takes the stage to record the Grammy®-nominated Empire Central and they have to ask themselves - do they still know how to record a live studio album? Descending upon Dallas' Deep Ellum Art Company to record, the bar is as high as ever - even for a band as accomplished as Snarky Puppy. You'll hear from longtime audio engineer Mike Harrison on how he captures their complex sound and improvisational performance; and, get a firsthand account of the recording process as if you were in the room experiencing the unique character of the Empire Central sessions - not a proper studio recording session, but also not a traditional live gig. Perspectives from the band members guide you through how they communicate and collaborate during the process, to ultimately achieve the sound that is Snarky Puppy.Snarky Puppy seamlessly fuses a deep knowledge and respect for musical tradition with sonic and conceptual innovation in a way that is able to reach the most critical- or most carefree- audience. After a decade of relentless touring and recording in all but complete obscurity, the Texas-bred/New York-based quasi-collective suddenly found itself held up by the press and public as one of the major figures in the jazz world. But as the category names for all four of the band's Grammy® awards would indicate (Best R&B Performance in 2014, Best Contemporary Instrumental Album in 2016, 2017, and 2021), Snarky Puppy isn't exactly a jazz band. It's not a fusion band, and it's definitely not a jam band. It's probably best to take Nate Chinen of the New York Times' advice, as stated in an online discussion about the group, to “take them for what they are, rather than judge them for what they're not.”Transmissions From Deep Ellum is produced by Eric Lense and Jamie Margulies of GroundUp Music, and is narrated by Alex Ariff. Producers for Osiris Media: Kirsten Cluthe and Matt Dwyer. Audio Production: Matt Dwyer. Developed with assistance from Brad Stratton. Written by Eric Renner Brown. Artwork by Mark Dowd.This podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can also ask Alexa to play it. Please leave us a rating or review on Apple Podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special bonus episode, we share some live performances of Sugar Maple songs and some interviews that we conducted as part of the Osiris Live road show in May. We hope you enjoy. Please listen to the songs from this episode wherever you listen to music (Apple, Spotify). And check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Special thanks to our partners at Fiddlehead Brewing. The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Sound Designed, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Musical direction by Don Hart. Assistant Editor and Producer, Tom Sullivan. Ambient jams produced by Amar Sastry. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Social media director Nick Cejas. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the season finale, the threads collide as Terrance finds himself drawn forward in time—along with every other Sugar Maple owner—to play a concert balanced on a tipping point of destruction or creation. Backstage at a music festival unlike any other, Terrance alone has a chance to prevent or fulfill Thread Tree's grand designs ... but he's afraid he doesn't know how.Please listen to the songs from this episode wherever you listen to music (Apple, Spotify). And check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Sugar Maple Episode 8 stars Fred Savage as Terrance Woodrige, Michelle Hurst as Doc, Vince Phillip as “Sweet Licks” Bobby Lindro, Jo Walker as Rebecca Woodridge, Jacob Ming-Trent as Louis “Hambone” Butler, Ayo Akinsanya as Wilhelmina Butler, L Morgan Lee as Ornate Williams, Kiley Etling as Reba, Maggie Rose as Belinda Rose, Cassie Brehmer as Luann Jenkins, Stephen Saint-Felix as Quentin Gladstone, Ademide Atkintillo as Reverend Solomon, Jenn Apple as Fiona Blitzkreig, and Taylor Hicks as the singing voice of Terrance Woodridge. “Revolover” was written by Trey Anastasio and Tom Marshall. “Paradise in a Cloud” was written by Tom Marshall and David Fenster. The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Sound Designed, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 6 written by Ben Colmery and A.R. Moxon. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Uncloudy Day and additional music scoring by David Sayles. Assistant Editor and Producer, Tom Sullivan. Ambient jams produced by Amar Sastry. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Social media director Nick Cejas. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

While Alex is out on the road with Testament on the Bay Strikes Back Tour, we thought we'd take you on a journey back to the early days of Moods & Modes. This week, we're featuring Episode 2: Carnatic Crash Course with guest Guitar Prasanna.In episode 2, Alex welcomes musician Prasanna, a pioneer in performing Carnatic music on the guitar. In conversation with Alex, Prasanna breaks down his unique style and the musical inspirations behind it, which include Blackmore, Coltrane, and Steely Dan, to name a few. Because he's also an educator, Prasanna demonstrates some of the techniques he uses and explains the musical vocabulary behind the music he performs. This episode was recorded in person and you'll hear Prasanna and Alex play some music throughout the episode.A pioneer in performing Carnatic music on the guitar—as well as skilled in playing and composing in genres such as jazz, progressive rock, and world fusion music—Prasanna graduated magna cum laude from Berklee in 1999. An entrepreneurial visionary in the business of creative music and education, Prasanna was voted among the top 50 creative Indians by Open Magazine. Prasanna, who holds a degree in engineering from Indian Institute of Technology, worked as a software engineer before coming to Berklee to pursue music.Stay tuned for upcoming Best Of episodes, including a tribute to Peter Green (of Fleetwood Mac) Part 1 (5/24) and Part 2 (5/31).Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Matt Dwyer. Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's 1992, and a frantic Terrance tries desperately to get through to Sugar Maple's current owner: London's own Fiona Blitzkrieg, a former heavy metal darling, now a struggling addict in recovery, facing what looks like her last chance with her career, her exasperated bandmates, and her life. Terrance knows what Thread Tree wants Fiona to do with Sugar Maple when she plays her big comeback show at midnight on New Year's Eve. Can he stop her before it's too late?Please listen to the songs from this episode wherever you listen to music (Apple, Spotify). And check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Sugar Maple Episode 7 stars Fred Savage as Terrance Woodrige, Jenn Apple as Fiona, Tim Dowd as Steven, James Maschiovecchio as Freddie, and Theodore Sapp as Nick. “Leviticus” was written by Tom Marshall and Anthony Krizan. The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Sound Designed, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 6 written by Ben Colmery and A.R. Moxon. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Uncloudy Day and additional music scoring by David Sayles. Assistant Editor and Producer, Tom Sullivan. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Social media director Nick Cejas. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We pick up the story with Terrance chasing new leads, while he plays back the tale of a previously unknown Sugar Maple owner, Quentin Gladstone—an unhoused young man who found community and purpose with a welcoming church and its charismatic minister, Solomon Randolph. But when Randolph puts the untrained Quentin in charge of the gospel music for his grand revival, Sugar Maple unleashes a frightening higher power that forces Quentin away from his found family, in terror and shame.Please listen to the songs from this episode wherever you listen to music (Apple, Spotify). And check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Episode 6 stars Fred Savage as Terrance Woodrige, Stephen Saint-Felix as Quentin Gladstone, Ademide Akintilo as Reverend Solomon, Theodore Sapp as Nick Beasly, Nailah Williamas as Sister Mary, Michelle Hurst as Lucy Blue, and Jymil Littles as Anthony. “Singing on the Mountain” was written by Don Hart and Thom Schuyler. The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Sound Designed, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 6 written by Ben Colmery and A.R. Moxon. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Uncloudy Day and additional music scoring by David Sayles. Assistant Editor and Producer, Tom Sullivan. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Social media director Nick Cejas. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As Terrance drives to Atlanta to follow a new lead, he recounts the story of Belinda Rose, a Nashville country singer who delivered a single 70s hit, written on Sugar Maple, which her duplicitous boyfriend won in a poker game. Why did Belinda Rose leave the country just as her star was rising? Why do people close to Sugar Maple keep disappearing? And why is Terrance growing certain that the murdered Thread Tree is using Sugar Maple to end the world?Please listen to the songs from this episode wherever you listen to music (Apple, Spotify). And check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Episode 5 stars Fred Savage as Terrance Woodrige, Maggie Rose as Belinda Rose, Kiley Etling as Reba, Cassie Brehmer as Luann Jenkins, and Alex Etling as Jack.“Two Arms to Hold Onto” was written by Maggie Rose, Don Hart and Chris Gelbuda. CONTEST ALERT! Look for Fiddlehead cans with #SugarMaple on the bottom - post a photo of you and the bottom of your can on Instagram or Twitter and tag @osirispod and @fiddleheadbrewing to enter to win our grand prize. Stay tuned for the grand reveal. Visit SunsetLakeCBD.com and use promo code SUGARMAPLE for 20% off premium CBD products.Visit BetterHelp.com/SugarMaple for 10% off your first month of online therapy.The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 5 written by Ben Colmery and A.R. Moxon. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Produced by Tom Sullivan. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Marketing by Nick Cejas. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Sugar Maple. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. See you next week. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're bringing you a special conversation this week, a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Sugar Maple with the show's Director, James Masciovecchio. Enjoy, and we'll be back with another episode soon. CONTEST ALERT! Look for Fiddlehead cans with #SugarMaple on the bottom - post a photo of you and the bottom of your can on Instagram or Twitter and tag @osirispod and @fiddleheadbrewing to enter to win our grand prize. Stay tuned for the grand reveal. Visit SunsetLakeCBD.com and use promo code SUGARMAPLE for 20% off premium CBD products.Visit BetterHelp.com/SugarMaple for 10% off your first month of online therapy.The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 3 written by A.R. Moxon and Ben Colmery. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Produced by Tom Sullivan. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Marketing by Nick Cejas. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's 1992, and our narrator Terrance Woodridge meets Sugar Maple's most enigmatic owner, and is pulled at last into Sugar Maple's story. The New Orleans heroin dealer Stella "Doc" Osprey, who vanished in the 70s—after crafting a song that reverberated across the jazz scene and throughout the ages—explains her disappearance, and delivers an amazing vision about the Thread Tree: the murdered cosmic entity whose wood repaired Sugar Maple ... but whose death throes may doom the world.Please listen to the songs from this episode wherever you listen to music (Apple, Spotify). And check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Episode 4 stars Fred Savage as Terrance Woodrige, Michelle Hurst as Stella “Doc” Osprey, Kiley Etling as Reba, Cezar Williams as Archie Friend, Jenne Vath as Sookie Q, Daniella Benavides as Melora Trowbridge, and Brad Stratton as Chuck Baggs Smiley. “Loopo” was written by Brad Stratton, and “Circle Loop Pool Electric” was written by Don Hart, Jeff Coffin and Andrew Moxon. CONTEST ALERT! Look for Fiddlehead cans with #SugarMaple on the bottom - post a photo of you and the bottom of your can on Instagram or Twitter and tag @osirispod and @fiddleheadbrewing to enter to win our grand prize. Stay tuned for the grand reveal. Visit SunsetLakeCBD.com and use promo code SUGARMAPLE for 20% off premium CBD products.Visit BetterHelp.com/SugarMaple for 10% off your first month of online therapy.The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 3 written by A.R. Moxon and Ben Colmery. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Produced by Tom Sullivan. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Marketing by Nick Cejas. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Sugar Maple. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. See you in two weeks for Episode 5. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Brooklyn-based musician Max ZT has been called the “Hendrix of Hammered Dulcimer” and is widely regarded as one of the instrument's most prolific and innovative performers. In this episode, he joins Alex to explain the origin and design of the instrument, which he describes as the predecessor to the piano, and demystifies how to play it with some detailed examples. Max tells Alex about discovering the instrument at an early age, and the two discuss the importance of being present and judgment-free when playing. You'll also hear clips from the jam session that happened during the recording.Taking his roots from Irish and American folk music, Max has transplanted his compositional techniques to both Senegal, where he studied the Mandinko technique with the Cissoko griot family, and to India, where he received the prestigious American Institute of Indian Studies Fellowship grant to study under the world-renowned santoor master Pandit Shivkumar Sharma. His fresh perspective and bold experimentalism have been the backbone to beautiful, complex, and genuine compositions, while his unorthodox playing style has been a pioneering force in revolutionizing dulcimer techniques.Max ZT and his band House of Waters have been called “One of the most original bands on the planet,” by NY Music Daily, and have shared the stage with some of the most influential international musical leaders of the century including Pt. Ravi Shankar, Tinariwen, Jon Bon Jovi, Jimmy Cliff, Bela Fleck, Karsh Kale, Snarky Puppy, and more. Max's debut solo album Daybreak will be released on April 8. Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Tom Sullivan and Justin Thomas. Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 3 takes place in 1965. Trailblazing disco legend Ornate Williams recounts the early days of her career as a fiery and rising Motown hopeful. After she discovers Sugar Maple in a grisly scene, the song she plays on it catapults her to the top of the charts. But her new fame threatens to expose a secret that casts both her success and her love into danger. It's a threat that tempts Ornate to let the guitar she found in a bloody place lead her to a bloody conclusion. Check out the song "Sugar Fly Soul" from this episode on Spotify or Apple. And check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Episode 3 stars Fred Savage as Terrance Woodrige, L Morgan Lee as Ornate Williams, Sean Polite as Marvin, Rhea Dummett as Cally Morrison and Sharon, Kiley Etling as Angie, Brad Stratton as Skip Randall, James Masciovecchio as the Stage Manager, and Michelle Hurst as Stella “Doc” Osprey. “Knock Knock” was written by Patrick Hart. “Sugar Fly Soul” was written by Don Hart and Tom Marshall. CONTEST ALERT! Look for Fiddlehead cans with #SugarMaple on the bottom - post a photo of you and the bottom of your can on Instagram or Twitter and tag @osirispod and @fiddleheadbrewing to enter to win our grand prize. Stay tuned for the grand reveal. Visit SunsetLakeCBD.com and use promo code SUGARMAPLE for 20% off premium CBD products.Visit BetterHelp.com/SugarMaple for 10% off your first month of online therapy.The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 3 written by A.R. Moxon and Ben Colmery. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Produced by Tom Sullivan. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Marketing by Nick Cejas. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Sugar Maple. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. See you next week. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hey there, HFPod fans! Check out the first episode of our new fiction podcast Sugar Maple, starring Fred Savage. If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe to hear where the story goes from here!In the series premiere, we meet our narrator, Terrance Woodridge, who brings us a tale he's chased down: the story of Sugar Maple, the guitar of legend with a timeless sound that's passed from hand to hand over the years.In this episode, we go back to 1951 and hear the story of "Sweet Licks" Bobby Lindro, an orphan from the farmlands outside Chicago. When his brand new Telecaster's neck is destroyed, he's sure nothing can replace it, until his Aunt procures mysterious wood that seems to make Bobby's guitar truly sing, and gives Bobby dreams that carry him places he never meant to go.Sugar Maple is presented by Osiris Media. Be sure to listen to the premiere of the song from this episode, Brimstone Lampfire, on March 15, wherever you listen to music. Please check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Episode 1 stars Fred Savage as Terrance Woodrige, pRicky Gee as Bobby Lindro, Connie Castanzo as Becky, Jo Walker as Rebecca Woodridge, Deborah Geffner as Aunt Buggy, Daniel Light as Del Faucet, and Michelle Hurst as Doc. Brimstone Lampfire was written by Patrick Hart and Michael John Hancock. The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 1 written by A.R. Moxon and Ben Colmery. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Produced by Tom Sullivan. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Legal assistance from Gerald Gottesman. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hey there, Undermine fans! Please enjoy the first episode of our new fiction podcast: Sugar Maple. If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe to see where the story goes!In the series premiere, we meet our narrator, Terrance Woodridge, who brings us a tale he's chased down: the story of Sugar Maple, the guitar of legend with a timeless sound that's passed from hand to hand over the years.In this episode, we go back to 1951 and hear the story of "Sweet Licks" Bobby Lindro, an orphan from the farmlands outside Chicago. When his brand new Telecaster's neck is destroyed, he's sure nothing can replace it, until his Aunt procures mysterious wood that seems to make Bobby's guitar truly sing, and gives Bobby dreams that carry him places he never meant to go.Sugar Maple is presented by Osiris Media. Be sure to listen to the premiere of the song from this episode, Brimstone Lampfire, on March 15, wherever you listen to music. Please check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Episode 1 stars Fred Savage as Terrance Woodrige, pRicky Gee as Bobby Lindro, Connie Castanzo as Becky, Jo Walker as Rebecca Woodridge, Deborah Geffner as Aunt Buggy, Daniel Light as Del Faucet, and Michelle Hurst as Doc. Brimstone Lampfire was written by Patrick Hart and Michael John Hancock. The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 1 written by A.R. Moxon and Ben Colmery. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Produced by Tom Sullivan. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Legal assistance from Gerald Gottesman. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hey there, 36 From The Vault fans! Check out the first episode of our new fiction podcast Sugar Maple, starring Fred Savage. If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe to hear where the story goes from here!In the series premiere, we meet our narrator, Terrance Woodridge, who brings us a tale he's chased down: the story of Sugar Maple, the guitar of legend with a timeless sound that's passed from hand to hand over the years.In this episode, we go back to 1951 and hear the story of "Sweet Licks" Bobby Lindro, an orphan from the farmlands outside Chicago. When his brand new Telecaster's neck is destroyed, he's sure nothing can replace it, until his Aunt procures mysterious wood that seems to make Bobby's guitar truly sing, and gives Bobby dreams that carry him places he never meant to go.Sugar Maple is presented by Osiris Media. Be sure to listen to the premiere of the song from this episode, Brimstone Lampfire, on March 15, wherever you listen to music. Please check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Episode 1 stars Fred Savage as Terrance Woodrige, pRicky Gee as Bobby Lindro, Connie Castanzo as Becky, Jo Walker as Rebecca Woodridge, Deborah Geffner as Aunt Buggy, Daniel Light as Del Faucet, and Michelle Hurst as Doc. Brimstone Lampfire was written by Patrick Hart and Michael John Hancock. The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 1 written by A.R. Moxon and Ben Colmery. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Produced by Tom Sullivan. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Legal assistance from Gerald Gottesman. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hey there, Festival Circuit fans! Check out the first episode of our new fiction podcast Sugar Maple, starring Fred Savage. If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe to hear where the story goes from here!In the series premiere, we meet our narrator, Terrance Woodridge, who brings us a tale he's chased down: the story of Sugar Maple, the guitar of legend with a timeless sound that's passed from hand to hand over the years.In this episode, we go back to 1951 and hear the story of "Sweet Licks" Bobby Lindro, an orphan from the farmlands outside Chicago. When his brand new Telecaster's neck is destroyed, he's sure nothing can replace it, until his Aunt procures mysterious wood that seems to make Bobby's guitar truly sing, and gives Bobby dreams that carry him places he never meant to go.Sugar Maple is presented by Osiris Media. Be sure to listen to the premiere of the song from this episode, Brimstone Lampfire, on March 15, wherever you listen to music. Please check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Episode 1 stars Fred Savage as Terrance Woodrige, pRicky Gee as Bobby Lindro, Connie Castanzo as Becky, Jo Walker as Rebecca Woodridge, Deborah Geffner as Aunt Buggy, Daniel Light as Del Faucet, and Michelle Hurst as Doc. Brimstone Lampfire was written by Patrick Hart and Michael John Hancock. The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 1 written by A.R. Moxon and Ben Colmery. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Produced by Tom Sullivan. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Legal assistance from Gerald Gottesman. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hey there, Late Era fans! Check out the first episode of our new fiction podcast Sugar Maple, starring Fred Savage. If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe to hear where the story goes from here!In the series premiere, we meet our narrator, Terrance Woodridge, who brings us a tale he's chased down: the story of Sugar Maple, the guitar of legend with a timeless sound that's passed from hand to hand over the years.In this episode, we go back to 1951 and hear the story of "Sweet Licks" Bobby Lindro, an orphan from the farmlands outside Chicago. When his brand new Telecaster's neck is destroyed, he's sure nothing can replace it, until his Aunt procures mysterious wood that seems to make Bobby's guitar truly sing, and gives Bobby dreams that carry him places he never meant to go.Sugar Maple is presented by Osiris Media. Be sure to listen to the premiere of the song from this episode, Brimstone Lampfire, on March 15, wherever you listen to music. Please check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Episode 1 stars Fred Savage as Terrance Woodrige, pRicky Gee as Bobby Lindro, Connie Castanzo as Becky, Jo Walker as Rebecca Woodridge, Deborah Geffner as Aunt Buggy, Daniel Light as Del Faucet, and Michelle Hurst as Doc. Brimstone Lampfire was written by Patrick Hart and Michael John Hancock. The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 1 written by A.R. Moxon and Ben Colmery. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Produced by Tom Sullivan. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Legal assistance from Gerald Gottesman. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hey there, PPFL fans! Check out the first episode of our new fiction podcast Sugar Maple, starring Fred Savage. If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe to hear where the story goes from here!In the series premiere, we meet our narrator, Terrance Woodridge, who brings us a tale he's chased down: the story of Sugar Maple, the guitar of legend with a timeless sound that's passed from hand to hand over the years.In this episode, we go back to 1951 and hear the story of "Sweet Licks" Bobby Lindro, an orphan from the farmlands outside Chicago. When his brand new Telecaster's neck is destroyed, he's sure nothing can replace it, until his Aunt procures mysterious wood that seems to make Bobby's guitar truly sing, and gives Bobby dreams that carry him places he never meant to go.Sugar Maple is presented by Osiris Media. Be sure to listen to the premiere of the song from this episode, Brimstone Lampfire, on March 15, wherever you listen to music. Please check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Episode 1 stars Fred Savage as Terrance Woodrige, pRicky Gee as Bobby Lindro, Connie Castanzo as Becky, Jo Walker as Rebecca Woodridge, Deborah Geffner as Aunt Buggy, Daniel Light as Del Faucet, and Michelle Hurst as Doc. Brimstone Lampfire was written by Patrick Hart and Michael John Hancock. The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 1 written by A.R. Moxon and Ben Colmery. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Produced by Tom Sullivan. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Legal assistance from Gerald Gottesman. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hey there, After Midnight fans! Please enjoy the first episode of our new fiction podcast: Sugar Maple. If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe to see where the story goes!In the series premiere, we meet our narrator, Terrance Woodridge, who brings us a tale he's chased down: the story of Sugar Maple, the guitar of legend with a timeless sound that's passed from hand to hand over the years.In this episode, we go back to 1951 and hear the story of "Sweet Licks" Bobby Lindro, an orphan from the farmlands outside Chicago. When his brand new Telecaster's neck is destroyed, he's sure nothing can replace it, until his Aunt procures mysterious wood that seems to make Bobby's guitar truly sing, and gives Bobby dreams that carry him places he never meant to go.Sugar Maple is presented by Osiris Media. Be sure to listen to the premiere of the song from this episode, Brimstone Lampfire, on March 15, wherever you listen to music. Please check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Episode 1 stars Fred Savage as Terrance Woodrige, pRicky Gee as Bobby Lindro, Connie Castanzo as Becky, Jo Walker as Rebecca Woodridge, Deborah Geffner as Aunt Buggy, Daniel Light as Del Faucet, and Michelle Hurst as Doc. Brimstone Lampfire was written by Patrick Hart and Michael John Hancock. The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 1 written by A.R. Moxon and Ben Colmery. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Produced by Tom Sullivan. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Legal assistance from Gerald Gottesman. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's 1958, and we meet Louis "Hambone" Butler, a Memphis railway porter who looks in a boxcar and discovers an abandoned Telecaster customized with unique wood. The skill Louis shows when playing Sugar Maple may give him his big break, if he can avoid the schemes of a rival who wants it for himself, and the seething anger that rises whenever he plays.Please listen to the song from this episode, “Lonesome Train,” wherever you listen to music. And check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Episode 2 stars Fred Savage as Terrance Woodrige, Jacob Ming-Trent as Louis “Hambone” Butler, Howard Squires as Samuel Butler, Deon Barksdale Jr. as Flip, Ayo Akansanya as Wilhelmina, Daniel Abraham Stevens as Forrest Sharpe, Vince Phillip as “Sweet Licks” Bobby Lindro, Jo Walker as Rebecca Woodridge, and A.R. Moxon as the Emcee. “Lonesome Train” was written by Anthony Krizan and Tom Marshall. CONTEST ALERT! Look for Fiddlehead cans with #SugarMaple on the bottom - post a photo of you and the bottom of your can on Instagram or Twitter and tag @osirispod and @fiddleheadbrewing to enter to win our grand prize. Stay tuned for the grand reveal. Visit SunsetLakeCBD.com and use promo code SUGARMAPLE for 20% off premium CBD products.Visit BetterHelp.com/SugarMaple for 10% off your first month of online therapy.The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 2 written by A.R. Moxon and Ben Colmery. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Produced by Tom Sullivan. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Marketing by Nick Cejas. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Sugar Maple. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. See you next week. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the series premiere, we meet our narrator, Terrance Woodridge, who brings us a tale he's chased down: the story of Sugar Maple, the guitar of legend with a timeless sound that's passed from hand to hand over the years.In this episode, we go back to 1951 and hear the story of "Sweet Licks" Bobby Lindro, an orphan from the farmlands outside Chicago. When his brand new Telecaster's neck is destroyed, he's sure nothing can replace it, until his Aunt procures mysterious wood that seems to make Bobby's guitar truly sing, and gives Bobby dreams that carry him places he never meant to go.Sugar Maple is presented by Osiris Media. Be sure to listen to the premiere of the song from this episode, Brimstone Lampfire, on March 15, wherever you listen to music. Please check out the limited edition poster for this episode, and the limited NFT release of episode and series art. If you like what you hear, please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Episode 1 stars Fred Savage as Terrance Woodrige, Ricky Gee as Bobby Lindro, Connie Castanzo as Becky, Jo Walker as Rebecca Woodridge, Deborah Geffner as Aunt Buggy, Daniel Light as Del Faucet, and Michelle Hurst as Doc. Brimstone Lampfire was written by Patrick Hart and Michael John Hancock. The Executive Producers of Sugar Maple are Tom Marshall and RJ Bee. Produced, Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Brad Stratton. Story by Ben Colmery, A.R. Moxon, and Tom Marshall. Episode 1 written by A.R. Moxon and Ben Colmery. Directed by James Masciovecchio. Musical direction by Don Hart. Produced by Tom Sullivan. Production assistance from Zach Brogan and Christina Collins. Art by Mark Dowd. Legal assistance from Gerald Gottesman.THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:CONTEST ALERT! Look for Fiddlehead cans with #SugarMaple on the bottom - post a photo of you and the bottom of your can on Instagram or Twitter and tag @osirispod and @fiddleheadbrewing to enter to win our grand prize. Stay tuned for the grand reveal.Visit SunsetLakeCBD.com and use promo code SUGARMAPLE for 20% off premium CBD products.Visit BetterHelp.com/SugarMaple for 10% off your first month of online therapy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Alex answers listener questions on the very first #AskAlex episode. The questions gathered from fans over the last few weeks range from what inspires him musically to how he comes up with his solos - “write it or wing it?”, as one fan asked; which guitar he would take to a desert island, what spicy foods are on his list, and more. It's a fun, revealing episode that will bring you closer to the artist himself.This is the first in a series of #AskAlex episodes, so feel free to ask a question on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram for a future episode. (just be sure to use the #)Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In celebration of Women's History Month, Maggie showcases some of the best moments from Seasons 1 and 2 of Salute the Songbird in this very special compilation episode. She discusses some of the themes that run through the episodes and the common threads that exist between her guests, who include Martina McBride, Nancy Wilson, Kathy Valentine, Ruby Amanfu, Mickey Guyton, Yola, Amythyst Kiah, Nicole Atkins, Lucius, and more. Together, Maggie and her guests share stories, insights, and detail about their triumphs, struggles and how they continue to succeed as women in the music industry.Salute the Songbird features candid conversations with Rose's female musical heroes about their lives in and out of music, challenging the status quo, and with a desire to offer guidance for young artists starting their careers. Season 3 of Salute The Songbird launches on Tuesday, March 29 with the GRAMMY-nominated Allison Russell as Maggie's guest.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Edited by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. Graphics by Katherine Boils (Revoice Media).This podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can also ask Alexa to play it. Please leave us a rating or review on iTunes and remember to subscribe to get the latest episodes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, we turn the tables - Maggie is interviewed by journalist Marissa Moss (Rolling Stone, American Songwriter, Billboard) about creating Salute The Songbird. The two discuss navigating the world of music and why Maggie decided to share her story, and the stories of other women in music, on her podcast. Marissa is the author of Her Country: How The Women of Country Music Became The Success They Were Never Supposed to Be, addressing the last 20 years of women in country music. In the book, Marissa cites Salute The Songbird as a source. Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Edited by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. Graphics by Katherine Boils (Revoice Media).This podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can also ask Alexa to play it. Please leave us a rating or review on iTunes and remember to subscribe to get the latest episodes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A member of the New York Philharmonic's first violin section since 2001, Yulia Ziskel, who holds The Friends and Patrons Chair, has established herself as a highly acclaimed solo, chamber, and orchestral musician. She has been praised by The Strad Magazine for “the sweetness of her sound.” This week, she joins Alex to discuss her upbringing in Russia, the evolution of her career, and the intersection of classical, rock, and metal. The two discuss classical pieces that have been translated into modern music, and Ziskel shares some musical influences that may surprise you. Born in St. Petersburg, Russia, Yulia Ziskel began her musical training on the violin and piano at the age of four. She made her solo debut at age seven at the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Hall and at age twelve was a soloist with St. Petersburg Chamber Orchestra. As a teenager she toured extensively, appearing in solo recitals throughout Russia, Germany, Finland, Poland, and the United States. In 1994 Ms. Ziskel's family immigrated to the United States, where she completed her bachelor of music degree at Indiana University and later received her master's degree from The Juilliard School. Listen to music from the episode here.Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd. If you like what you hear, please share, rate, review & subscribe! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode of Moods & Modes, Alex takes you behind the scenes of the making of “B.I.G L.I.E”, a tune from his rap duo HU$H MONEY that deals with the events of January 6, 2021. Alex explains how the song came together and shares some of the reaction he's gotten so far - including some political pushback - and offers perspective on why making a political statement now is very different than it's been in the past. In the second half of the episode, he welcomes his rap duo partner Kimmy G. and video director Frankie Fulleda, who discuss their roles in the making of both the song and the video, the latter of which is currently enjoying some serious buzz around the web.Hu$h Money is a rap duo featuring Alex Skolnick (Skoly-D) and Kimmy G. “B.I.G. L.I.E” is a take on the events that took place on January 6, 2021. Directed by Frankie Fulleda, the “B.I.G. L.I.E.” video was shot “guérilla style” in July 2021 at the Fox News HQ, Times Square and Washington Square Park. “B.I.G L.I.E.” is as much a tribute to New York, it's resilience and ever present wackiness, as it is a takedown of nationwide right-wing echo chambers. In a t-shirt emblazoned with the oversized logo of the influential Run-DMC, Skoly skewers Fox News, election denialism and insurrection revisionism. The video also features comic J-Hype (Jonathan Hyppolite) and Karl Lake, best known as “Robot Guy” from Chappelle's Show.Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A rebroadcast of the very first episode of Salute The Songbird, with Grammy-nominated songwriter Ruby Amanfu. Ruby joins Maggie on the first episode of Salute the Songbird to talk about her career, the wide spectrum of musical influences that thread through her work, writing through the difficulty of the pandemic and the issues that arose in 2020. Ruby tells Maggie about allowing herself to take a creative break, why being an immigrant led to her fearlessness, and how she learned to be her ‘true self', no matter what. At the end of the episode, you'll hear Ruby's track: “When We Were Kids.”Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Singer and songwriter Natalie Hemby joins Maggie to talk about her journey from songwriter to band member to solo artist; finding her voice, and the stories behind some of her lyrics. Natalie explains her approach to writing with other musicians, and why she thinks it's an amazing time to be an artist.2x GRAMMY Award-winner Natalie Hemby is revered as one of the music industry's most notable songwriters creating hit after hit behind the scenes. Now, she's poised for a breakout, with the release of her exceptional sophomore album Pins and Needles out now via Fantasy Records.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. Graphics by Katherine Boils. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the final episode of 2021, Alex welcomes guitarist David Becker to talk about working with the legendary jazz guitarist Joe Diorio. David tells Alex about attending the Guitar Institute of Technology, where he first met Joe when he was a student, and shares stories of recording and touring with Joe over the years. The two discuss Joe's book, Intervallic Designs, and the influence he had on guitarists like Pat Metheny.David Becker is a Grammy and Emmy nominated guitarist, composer, and producer. For more than three decades, he has continued to define himself as one of the best and most unique voices in jazz and contemporary music. He has led the critically acclaimed DAVID BECKER TRIBUNE for over 20 years, performing for a worldwide audience.Joe Diorio is a jazz guitarist who has performed with Sonny Stitt, Eddie Harris, Ira Sullivan, Stan Getz, Pat Metheny, Horace Silver, Anita O'Day, and Freddie Hubbard. In recent years, he has recorded with performers such as Robben Ford, Gary Willis, David Becker and Mick Goodrick. He taught at the University of Southern California and was one of the first instructors at the Guitar Institute of Technology. Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Amanda Shires is a creative force of the highest nature. She's a Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and violinist; and after already accomplishing so much in her career, her love of words and poetry compelled her to pursue an MFA in creative writing, which she got from Sewanee University of the South. She's also a painter.In this episode, Maggie and Amanda talk about her approach to songwriting, how she found time to get her MFA while balancing music and family - she and her husband, Grammy winning songwriter and artist Jason Isbell are raising their daughter Mercy while also balancing their respective impressive careers. They also discuss the challenges and rewards of motherhood, and Amanda shares her story of becoming an activist and the moment when she decided to start her own band, The Highwomen.Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and violinist Amanda Shires began her career as a teenager playing fiddle with the Texas Playboys. Through the years, she has toured and recorded with notable artists including John Prine, Billy Joe Shaver, Todd Snider, Shovels and Rope, Gregg Allman, Justin Townes Earle, Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit, and more. In 2019, Shires formed country supergroup The Highwomen alongside Brandi Carlile, Maren Morris, and Natalie Hemby. Her new album, For Christmas, is a collection of mostly original songs that illuminate the wide range of emotions and sentiments that people feel around the holidays.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. Graphics by Katherine Boils. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode of Salute the Songbird, Maggie is joined by Lake Street Dive artists Rachael Price and Bridget Kearney. The pair share the story of how they met and formed the band, the things that make them work so well together, and what they love about being women in the music industry.As a band, Lake Street Dive epitomizes democracy in action: the group, expanded into a quintet since touring keyboardist Akie Bermiss officially joined in 2017, share writing and arrangement duties. Their personalities, skills, and wide-ranging taste in pop, rock, R&B, and jazz have long blended together to make an impressively cohesive sound, both sophisticated and playful, combining retro influences with contemporary attitude. On its most recent Nonesuch album, 2018's Free Yourself Up, the band even produced the record itself.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. Graphics by Katherine Boils. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Alex welcomes Grammy nominated musician Divinity Roxx to Moods & Modes. Divinity tells Alex about her transition to writing music for kids and the intention behind the songwriting, and why it's important to introduce children to a high level of music early on. The two discuss her introduction to bass while at UC Berkeley, getting her first tour with bass legend Victor Wooten, and playing in Beyoncé's all female band.Divinity Roxx has earned the reputation of irrefutable front-woman of her own genre-busting musical journey. After touring with Victor Wooten for five years, she became the bass player and Assistant Musical Director for Beyoncé. Divinity has appeared on countless television shows and she is the current bass player in the Black Girls Rock! Orchestra which airs on BET and has played with such artists as Jay-Z, Nona Hendryx, Will.I.Am, Erykah Badu, Patti Labelle, Ledisi, and Gladys Knight. Despite her appearances with so many legendary and iconic figures, it is in her solo performance that Divinity shines brightest. She combines virtuosic bass playing with an eclectic mash-up of hip-hop, rock and funk that she calls ‘Alternative Soul'. Her passion for composition combined with her lyrical prowess and electrifying stage presence captivates audiences worldwide. She is currently performing, teaching, and writing multiple projects including a new album, a stage play, and a children's book and music series. Her latest album, “Ready Set Go!” is a collection of upbeat tracks with positive messages specifically designed for young children but equally appealing to adults. The lyrics of two songs are being released as books by Scholastic, the global children's publishing company, with illustrations by NaShantá Fletcher.Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd. If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate and review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, singer-songwriter Brittney Spencer joins Maggie to talk about pursuing a career in country music, her approach to songwriting, and what it's like to live a creative life in public. The two discuss the experience of moving into the Nashville scene from Maryland, and Brittney explains what she wants her audience to get from listening to her music.Brittney Spencer is paving her own path in the country music genre and making major waves in the process. A PEOPLE Magazine One to Watch, 2021 Spotify Hot Country Artist to Watch, Pandora 2021 Artist to Watch and member of CMT Next Women of Country, the Baltimore native is known for her free spirit and standout ability to mold life, truth and wild imagination into songs. Her recent single “Sober & Skinny” has garnered praise from The New York Times, Rolling Stone, and more, as well as an in-depth interview with CBS Mornings' Anthony Mason. Lauded as one of “12 Black Artists Shaping Country Music's Future” by USA Today and named one of “5 Black Artists Rewriting Country Music” by The Recording Academy, Spencer has grown a robust fan base on the road, lining up her own debut headlining trek, 'In A Perfect World Tour,' which kicks off in December. Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Edited by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. Artwork by Katherine Boils. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

GRAMMY nominated singer-songwriter Yola joins Maggie to talk about defining herself on her own terms, the diverse influences that can be found in her music, and her dedication to advocating for others. Yola shares the story of the song she wrote the night of her mother's funeral and why Womanhood is the best squad to be a part of. Yola released her critically acclaimed debut album Walk Through Fire in February 2019. Nine months later, she achieved breakout success, hailed as a Black British genre fluid rising star, landing four GRAMMY® nominations including Best New Artist, garning critical acclaim and fans from Elton John to Mavis Staples. Her anthemic new album Stand for Myself was released July 30, produced by Dan Auerbach, it is a sonic mix of symphonic soul and classic pop tracing a musical thread to Yola's most eclectic musical inspirations. It declares that it is only when we stand for ourselves, and acknowledge our complexity, that we can be truly alive. Yola is one of few artists to have performed at both Newport Folk and Newport Jazz in the same year, she will also be joining select dates with Chris Stapleton on his rescheduled tour in 2021 and will headline The Ryman Auditorium in 2022. Yola will play Sister Rosetta Tharpe in Baz Luhrmann's musical drama exploring the life of Elvis, played by Austin Butler, alongside Tom Hanks, Kelvin Harrison Jr and Alton Mason.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Edited by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. Artwork by Katherine Boils.Please subscribe, rate, and review this podcast wherever you're listening. And remember, you can also ask Alexa to play it! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you've lived on Planet Earth at any point over the last 21 years, you've most certainly heard My Own Worst Enemy. For the last two decades, the song has been inescapable. You've heard it on the radio, in the supermarket, at restaurants, weddings, and most definitely, karaoke bars. It's the song that everybody can sing along to, sometimes even if they don't know the name of the band. But how and why did My Own Worst Enemy become permanently woven into our pop culture consciousness? Over four episodes, we explore the impact that this iconic track has had on music and pop culture and the enduring legacy of the band Lit. Conversations with the band and musical peers like Butch Walker, Adrian Young of No Doubt, and Noodles from the Offspring, as well as label executives, radio hosts, professional songwriters and musicologists tell the story behind the seminal song that has been in constant rotation since its release in 1999. Produced for Round Hill Music by Osiris Media.My Own Worst Enemy, the podcast, was produced for Round Hill Music By Osiris Media. For Round Hill, Joe Calitri is President of Round Hill Records, Lucy Bartozzi is the Senior Director of Marketing and Imani Givertz is the Digital Content Manager. For Lit the executive producer is Dave Rose, President, Deep South Management. The members of Lit are Ajay Popoff, Jeremy Popoff, Kevin Baldes, Taylor Carroll and Allen Shellenberger in memoriam. For Osiris Media, the executive producers are Brad Stratton and Kirsten Cluthe. All interviews were conducted by Brad Stratton and the script was written by Jim Allen. My Own Worst Enemy was edited, mixed and narrated by Brad Stratton. To follow Lit and receive news and updates about their upcoming album and live appearances, please follow them on Facebook and Instagram @litbandofficial or on their website www.litband.comEpisodes One and Two will be released on November 23. Please subscribe, rate and review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the finale of Breaking Waves: Seattle, we look at the collapse of the scene in 1997, and how Seattle struggled to find a new musical identity. From the ashes of grunge, a new scene began to form, focused around emerging genres such as indie rock and electronic music.  We wrap up the series by looking at the legacy of grunge, and examine the bands that followed, and new artists who are taking Seattle in new musical directions. We'll hear from Ben Gibbard, Sir Mix-a-Lot, Ayron Jones, Eva Walker, label executive Josh Rosenfeld, and many others as they describe how Seattle's current wave of musicians have continued to build from the DIY foundation created by the pioneers of the ‘90s. The final episode of Breaking Waves: Seattle is both a portrait and a love letter to one of America's most enduring music scenes. Breaking Waves was produced for Audacy by Osiris Media. For Audacy, Executive Producers are Tim Murphy and Corey Podolsky. Creative Directors are Dave Richards, Leslie Scott and Ryan Castle. For Osiris Media, Executive Producers are RJ Bee, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. The show was produced by Brian Brinkman, and written by Jim Allen. Edited and Mixed by Brad Stratton. Narrated by Ryan Castle.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FORQ is a harder-edge fusion band that Alex describes as ‘Snarky Puppy adjacent', due to its relationship to one of the founding members, Michael League. Keyboardist Henry Hey formed the band with League in the early 2010s and on this episode, Henry joins Alex along with FORQ guitarist Chris McQueen to talk about their innovative new album “Four (Remixt)”. Henry and Chris explain the creative process behind the album, which is a reimagining of their album “Four”. The band invited producers and musicians, including Alex, to remix the original tracks from the album and the results are wonderfully eclectic. The trio also talk about the differences of playing in FORQ and Snarky Puppy, and the musical curiosity that keeps their music fresh.You can hear Alex's remix “Duck People (No Fly List)” here.FORQ is an instrumental quartet with a dynamic sound and a penchant for sonic exploration. The group is composed of world-class improvisers, but it is their unusually memorable, genre-blending songs that leave the most lasting impression. Originally founded by keyboardist Henry Hey (David Bowie, Empire of the Sun, Jeff "Tain" Watts) and bassist Michael League (Grammy-winning leader of Snarky Puppy), Forq is now joined by guitarist Chris McQueen (Snarky Puppy, Bokanté), drummer Jason "JT" Thomas (Roy Hargrove's RH Factor, Marcus Miller, Snarky Puppy, Mark Lettieri Trio) and bassist Kevin Scott (Wayne Krantz, Jimmy Herring, Col. Bruce Hampton). They have toured across the US and Europe and performed at international festivals including the North Sea Jazz festival and GroundUP Festival in Miami Beach.Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd. To discover more podcasts that help you connect more deeply to the music you love, check out osirispod.com. If you like what you hear, please give us a rate and review on Apple Podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Maggie welcomes Nicole Barsalona, artist manager, entertainment consultant, and President of the non-profit organization Women In Music. Maggie and Nicole discuss balancing a career in the music industry with having a family, the importance of having a mentor, and the work that Women In Music is doing to level the playing field for women in the industry, both on stage and behind the music.Nicole Barsalona leads Everyday Rebellion Entertainment (fka 525 Entertainment), specializing in artist development and international market development for artists like Prateek Kuhad and Mark Wilkinson. A passionate advocate, Nicole proudly serves as President of 501(c)3 non-profit organization, Women in Music, where she joined the Board of Directors in 2013 and has helped usher in record growth since becoming President in 2019. She serves on the Executive Board of Music Managers Forum (US), the largest and leading trade organization for music managers in the U.S.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. Graphics by Katherine Boils. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On episode three of Breaking Waves: Seattle, we continue the story with Seattle as a dominant force in pop culture. The “Big Four”—Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden and Alice In Chains—were the preeminent rock acts in the world, and Seattle's influence could be felt everywhere, in movies, TV, radio and even fashion.  Everybody wanted a piece of the Emerald City, but was the scene ready for that kind of exposure? In this episode, we examine the shock of the grunge boom, the follow-ups to 1991's groundbreaking releases, the struggles faced by the city's new grunge celebrities, the loss of Seattle's most iconic rock legend, and the eventual collapse of the scene due to the heavy weight of expectations and the demands of fame. Next on Breaking Waves: Seattle: The scene is dead, long live the scene. A proud new generation of Seattle music rises from the ashes of grunge. Breaking Waves was produced for Audacy by Osiris Media. For Audacy, Executive Producers are Tim Murphy and Corey Podolsky. Creative Directors are Dave Richards, Leslie Scott and Ryan Castle. For Osiris Media, Executive Producers are RJ Bee, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. The show was produced by Brian Brinkman, and written by Jim Allen. Edited and Mixed by Brad Stratton. Narrated by Ryan Castle.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode two of Breaking Waves: Seattle begins with the release of what Charles Cross has labeled “the purest statement” of the grunge movement—the seminal Temple of the Dog album, created in memory of the late Andrew Wood.  At the same time, Pearl Jam was formed, Nirvana was gathering strength and Soundgarden was refining their iconic metal-influenced sound. Then, in the Fall of ‘91, the Seattle scene produced three of the most influential rock albums of all time: Pearl Jam's “Ten,” Soundgarden's “Badmotorfinger,” and Nirvana's “Nevermind.” Following this, there was no going back. Seattle had transformed itself from a small local scene into the center of the musical universe. Next on Breaking Waves: Seattle: after the scene rides the wave to the top, who will survive the crash that follows? Breaking Waves was produced for Audacy by Osiris Media. For Audacy, Executive Producers are Tim Murphy and Corey Podolsky. Creative Directors are Dave Richards, Leslie Scott and Ryan Castle. For Osiris Media, Executive Producers are RJ Bee, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. The show was produced by Brian Brinkman, and written by Jim Allen. Edited and Mixed by Brad Stratton. Narrated by Ryan Castle.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The series premiere of Breaking Waves: Seattle begins with the untimely death of a Seattle music legend, and takes us back to the very beginnings of the grunge movement, documenting the rise of bands like The Sonics, Green River, Mother Love Bone and Soundgarden, as well as describing the community that nurtured the music in the early days.  Listen as Seattle music legends such as Duff McKagan (Guns ‘N Roses), Kim Thayil (Soundgarden), and Marco Collins (KNDD 107.7 The End) discuss coming up in the local scene, the importance of CZ Records' Deep Six release, the genesis of the “grunge sound,” and the first shot fired in the grunge revolution, Mudhoney's “Touch Me I'm Sick.” Next on Breaking Waves: Seattle, the sound that changed everything—Seattle becomes the center of the musical universe. Breaking Waves was produced for Audacy by Osiris Media. For Audacy, Executive Producers are Tim Murphy and Corey Podolsky. Creative Directors are Dave Richards, Leslie Scott and Ryan Castle. For Osiris Media, Executive Producers are RJ Bee, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. The show was produced by Brian Brinkman, and written by Jim Allen. Edited and Mixed by Brad Stratton. Narrated by Ryan Castle.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Maggie is joined by Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, who together make up the duo Lucius. Jess and Holly tell Maggie about the early days of their collaboration, how their unique sound and bold visual presence came together, and how they've navigated relationships in and out of the band over the years. The three discuss what's next for Lucius and touring plans for 2022.After meeting at Boston's Berklee College of Music, Wolfe and Laessig moved to Brooklyn and made their debut with 2013's Wildewoman. Their sophomore album Good Grief arrived in 2016, encompassing everything from glitzy rhythmic pop to songs channeling the charm and crushed innocence of '60s girl groups. They now reside in Los Angeles.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. Graphics by Katherine Boils. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In part 2 of Alex's conversation with Pat Metheny, the two discuss some of Metheny's unconventional work, his association with musicians like Jaco Pastorius and Joni Mitchell, the evolution of his synthesizer sound, and why he thinks in visual terms. Pat shares his daily routine, what he does to keep learning after each gig, and explains the natural curiosity that keeps him going. Unlike almost any other modern musician, Pat Metheny remains uniquely unpredictable. His versatility is nearly without peer on any instrument. Metheny has won countless awards, including three gold records for Still Life (Talking), Letter from Home, and Secret Story. He has been nominated for 37 Grammy awards and is the winner of 20; he has also been nominated in 13 different Grammy categories, winning in 10 of them. His new album, SIDE-EYE NYC (V1.IV), an exciting, vibrant and energized new platform for Metheny, is available now.You can read the blog post that Alex references in the episode - "Art Imitating Music" - here, and listen to music from the episode on Spotify.Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd. To discover more podcasts that help you connect more deeply to the music you love, check out osirispod.com. If you like what you hear, please give us a rate and review on Apple Podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jeannie Seely is one of the most accomplished, influential women in music. She's a member of the Grand Ole Opry, a Grammy winning artist and an incredible, prolific songwriter. In this episode, Maggie and Jeannie talk about being a woman in the music industry and whether things have changed since the 60's, when she got her start. Jeannie has so many great stories and shares some of them with Maggie during the conversation, including her collaboration with Randy Newman, friendship with the legendary Dottie West, and more. Along with many accolades including awards from Billboard, Cashbox and Record World, country music legend Jeannie Seely has achieved No. 1 songs as a solo artist, duet partner and songwriter. Early in her career, Jeannie's deeply moving vocals aptly earned her the nickname of “Miss Country Soul”. Jeannie's recording of “Don't Touch Me” not only topped the country music charts, but also earned her a Grammy Award for the “Best Country Vocal Performance by a Female”. It is ranked at No. 97 in the book Country Music's 500 Greatest Singles published by the Country Music Foundation, and it's also included in The Stories Behind Country Music's All-Time Greatest 100 Songs. Her latest album, An American Classic, was released in August 2020. Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing by Justin Thomas at Revoice Media. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. Graphics by Katherine Boils. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Pat Metheny, one of the most critically acclaimed jazz musicians in the world, joins Alex to talk about his exceptional career, the enormous range of his playing style, and the idea of music without boundaries. The two discuss the different guitars that Metheny has played over the years, how he found his sound by rejecting the impulse to follow in the musical footsteps of Wes Montgomery, and why the ever-changing versions of Pat Metheny are really just part of the whole. Part one of a two-part episode. Unlike almost any other modern musician, Pat Metheny remains uniquely unpredictable. A new Metheny record could be almost anything as the only musician to have won twelve of his twenty Grammy awards. On September 10th, 2021 Modern Recordings will release PAT METHENY SIDE-EYE NYC (V1.IV), an exciting, vibrant and energized new platform for Metheny, showcased in a recording that features 30 minutes of intricate new music set alongside a few unexpected and creative re-workings of Metheny classics.Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd. To discover more podcasts that help you connect more deeply to the music you love, check out osirispod.com. If you like what you hear, please give us a rate and review on Apple Podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, Alex examines songs that exhibit nearly identical musical qualities. He dives deep on classic songs, comparing “Waiting on the World to Change” to “People Get Ready,” “Comfortably Numb” to “Here Comes the Flood,” “Always Somewhere” to “Simple Man” and many others, explaining the elements in the songwriting that were 'borrowed' from other songs. A few examples will definitely surprise you. Throughout the episode, Alex provides musical analysis to compare and contrast the songs, and discusses several of the most controversial musical legal battles over 'who wrote it first', such as “Stairway to Heaven” versus Spirit's “Taurus” and George Harrison's “My Sweet Lord” duking it out against The Chiffons' “He's So Fine”. Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Production Assistance by Matt Bavuso. Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd. To discover more podcasts that help you connect more deeply to the music you love, check out osirispod.com. Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Maggie Rose is joined by artist and musician Hannah Hooper, who is the frontwoman of Grouplove. Hannah tells Maggie about the life stories behind Grouplove's albums, why they work so well together as a band, and finding her voice and passion through performing.Hannah Hooper is an American artist and musician based out of Atlanta. Her work deals with a diverse array of subject matter including tragic pop culture figures, claustrophobic beach/crowd scenes and strange figures distorted through bodies of water. As the frontwoman of Grouplove, Hannah has also taken on the role of art director for the band. Her work adorns virtually all of the albums, posters, merch and even the costume and stage design.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. Graphics by Katherine Boils. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Grammy-nominated Shannon McNally is a prolific, wide ranging singer-songwriter whose recent album, The Waylon Sessions, revisits the songs of Waylon Jennings. Shannon tells Maggie about putting the album together with some of Waylon's former bandmates and the many musicians who were influenced by his music. The two discuss the early days of her career, the collaborations with artists like Dr John and Charlie Sexton that have contributed to her rich musical catalog, and Shannon shares her perspective on the power of being a woman in the music industry.Over her nearly twenty year career, McNally has produced a long catalog and longer list of peers with whom she has written, recorded and toured. Her music career began on the jam band circuit of the 1990's with bands like Robert Randolph and Derek Trucks. She writes as well as she interprets the songs of others, has a top tier musicality to her craft, a soul stirring voice that immediately grabs one by the heart strings and a troubadour's wanderlust, not to mention as it turns out, and is also an excellent electric guitar player.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. Edited by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Artwork by Katherine Boils (Revoice Media). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode of Moods & Modes, Alex pays tribute to legendary guitarist Leslie West. Leslie is known as the founding member and co-lead vocalist for the groundbreaking hard rock band Mountain. Mountain is often credited as one of the bands that helped influence the development of heavy metal music, and Leslie West's guitar playing was a massive and oftentimes overlooked influence on guitar players who came after him. Alex discusses how Leslie's picking attack and natural technique produced smooth, roaring tones without the use of any effects or electronic assistance. You'll also hear Alex explain West's profound influence on bands that came after Mountain such as AC/DC and Kiss, and how Leslie's song “Long Red” left a significant mark on hip hop through songs like “99 Problems” by Jay-Z and “Barry Bonds” by Kanye West. Special guest Brad Tolinski joins Alex to shed light on Leslie's unconventional amplifier setup and playing style, and you'll even hear riveting archival interviews with Leslie West himself, including segments where he talks about jamming with Jimi Hendrix, taking LSD for the first Cream concert he saw, and his Sunn Amplifiers PA rig. Leslie West was an American rock guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter best known as a founding member and co-lead vocalist of the hard rock band Mountain. He also produced two studio albums and a live release with Cream bassist Jack Bruce under the name West, Bruce and Laing. West released a number of solo albums and was highly respected for his guitar work. Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Production Assistance by Matt Bavuso. Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd. To discover more podcasts that help you connect more deeply to the music you love, check out osirispod.com. Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Maggie sits down with singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Valerie June in this episode of Salute the Songbird. Valerie talks about how growing up in Memphis in Church of Christ communities shaped her music, shares her thoughts and process on songwriting, and what it means to be a dreamer.Beginning with her 2013 breakout album Pushin' Against A Stone, Valerie June creates a sound encompassing a mixture of genres including folk, blues, gospel, soul, country, Appalachian and bluegrass. Her latest full-length album, The Moon & Stars: Prescriptions For Dreamers, is available now.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. Artwork by Katherine Boils. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode of Salute the Songbird, Maggie sits down with journalist and broadcaster Kelly McCartney. Kelly tells Maggie about growing up in rural Louisiana and why she finally committed herself to journalism after years of moving around inside the music industry. She discusses her unique approach to interviewing, the activism that's an important part of her work and why we have to ‘lock arms' in order to affect change.Kelly McCartney has worked a variety of jobs in the music industry, from processing copyrights and licenses at Warner/Chappell Music, to writing album reviews and artist bios as a freelance writer. She has hosted multiple podcasts, radio shows, and live event series, and works with organizations such as Rainey Day Fund to support underrepresented groups. Kelly currently hosts Record Bin Radio on Apple Music.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. Artwork by Katherine Boils. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Alex welcomes Michael League, one of the most accomplished musicians of the last two decades. Michael is best known as the founder, bandleader, and bassist for the New York-based instrumental group Snarky Puppy, and in this conversation you'll hear him tell Alex about the band's genesis and musical evolution. Michael tells Alex about Snarky Puppy's “no power chord” rule, how necessity led to him taking on the role of producer, and why it's crucial to never “quit failing.” Towards the end of the conversation, Michael tells Alex about improvements to his creative and personal life that he's enjoyed since moving to Spain, and shares equally important stories of success and failure. Michael League is a 4-time Grammy® Award-winning, 5-time nominated producer and musician based out of Catalonia, Spain. He is the creator and bandleader of instrumental music ensemble Snarky Puppy and world music group Bokanté, founder of the record label and music curation source GroundUP Music, and artistic director of the GroundUP Music Festival. Snarky Puppy has amassed three Grammy Awards over the last 8 years, an incredible feat for a jazz-based instrumental group in the modern musical climate. He has worked with a wide range of legendary artists including David Crosby, Erykah Badu, and Joe Walsh, and continues to push musical boundaries through the endless number of projects that he is a part of. You can hear Michael's new album, So Many Me, here and listen to the playlist from the episode on Spotify. Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Production Assistance by Matt Bavuso. Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd.To discover more podcasts that help you connect more deeply to the music you love, check out osirispod.com. Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joining Maggie this week is musician and singer-songwriter Noelle Scaggs, co-front person for Fitz and the Tantrums. Noelle talks to Maggie about her organization Diversify the Stage and its mission to actively build a more diverse and inclusive workforce in the concert, event, and touring industries. The two discuss Noelle's exceptional career, navigating the music business, creative musical collaborations, and passion projects like Adventures With Scaggs, Noelle's travel and culinary site.Noelle Scaggs may be best known for her larger-than-life vocals and magnetic stage presence as the co-front person for multi platinum group Fitz and the Tantrums, but the talented songstress is also an accomplished songwriter, whose credits include co-writing her band's chart-topping, platinum-certified singles “Out Of My League” and “The Walker.” Now, Scaggs has unveiled “Great For You,” her Elektra debut as a solo artist.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. Graphics by Katherine Boils. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, Maggie is joined by singer/songwriter Amythyst Kiah to talk about her new album and the experiences that led to her success. Amythyst shares stories from growing up in Tennessee, how support and encouragement from her parents helped her overcome issues with identity and anxiety, and the impact that music and writing has had on her personal journey.Amythyst Kiah's Rounder Records debut, Wary + Strange, marks the glorious combination of two vastly different worlds: the iconoclastic alt-rock that first sparked her musical passion and the roots/old-time music scene where she's found breakout success in recent years, including recognition from Rolling Stone as “one of Americana's great up-and-coming secrets.” With an unforgettable voice that's both unfettered and exquisitely controlled, the Tennessee-bred singer/songwriter expands on the uncompromising artistry she most recently revealed as part of Our Native Daughters—an all-women-of-color supergroup whose Kiah-penned standout “Black Myself” earned a Grammy Award nomination for Best American Roots Song and won Song of the Year at the 2019 Folk Alliance International Awards.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton with assistance from Revoice Media. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, Alex welcomes bass legend Percy Jones to the podcast. Best known for his work with jazz fusion ensemble Brand X, Percy tells Alex about the evolution of the band, including the period of time when Phil Collins was the drummer. The two discuss the incredible London music scene in the 60's and early 70's, Percy tells Alex how he ended up playing the fretless bass, and shares stories about Brian Eno's unconventional creative process (and Alex makes a connection between Phil Collins and Brian Eno's infamous Oblique Strategy cards). Percy Jones is a bass guitar legend, known for his solo work and collaborations with Brand X, Brian Eno, Suzanne Vega and many others. His most recent projects include PAKT and Box Of Noise. Alex performs with Percy on PAKT, available for pre-order here. Check out the episode playlist on Spotify.Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd. Please give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. To discover more podcasts that help you connect more deeply to the music you love, check out osirispod.com. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Sierra Hull joins Maggie for this first episode of Season 2. Sierra tells Maggie about her first Grand Ole Opry experience, how she discovered her sound as an artist, and what she learned by working with her longtime idols, like Alison Krauss. In her first 25 years alone, Sierra Hull hit more milestones than many musicians accomplish in a lifetime. After making her Grand Ole Opry debut at the age of 10, the Tennessee-bred virtuoso mandolinist played Carnegie Hall at age 12, then landed a deal with Rounder Records just a year later. Now at 28, Hull is set to deliver her fourth full- length for Rounder: an elegantly inventive and endlessly captivating album called 25 Trips. Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Production assistance by Revoice Media. Music by Maggie Rose. Artwork by Katherine Boils. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode was recorded live at City Winery in Nashville with guests from season one of Salute the Songbird. Maggie welcomes Jillette Johnson, Kalie Shorr, and Nicole Atkins to the stage for live conversation and performance.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Production assistance by Revoice Media. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On the season finale of Beautiful Garbage we reach a crossroads road for punk, as Kevin details the late 70's period that split the genre into smaller sub-genres. In this episode, By Virtue of the Vicious, we'll take a look at some of the most quintessential moments of the definitive era until it's death on a 1978 evening in San Francisco. From the Sex Pistols destroying their new label's office to The Slits tearing down both stylistic and gender norms in punk, we'll examine the ins and outs of punk's international revolution. In this episode, Kevin examines the impact of some of the most influential bands of the late 1970's including The Buzzcocks, the Sex Pistols, and The Slits. You'll hear about Malcolm McLaren's ingenious marketing strategies for the Sex Pistols, as well as the Dead Boys' rowdy revival of the early punk aesthetics of Iggy Pop and the Stooges. Beautiful Garbage is brought to you by Osiris Media. Written and Narrated by Kevin Hogan. Executive Producer is Adam Caplan. Production, Mastering, and Artwork by Brad Stratton. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rez Abbasi is an accomplished jazz guitarist and composer known for his ability to fuse traditional Pakistani and Indian classical music with modern jazz. In this episode, he discusses his eclectic guitar style, the diverse musical projects he’s contributed to, and the inspiration for his 2020 release, Django-shift, a collection of songs inspired by the music of Django Reinhardt. Rez tells Alex about some of the music he rediscovered during the pandemic (like the band Foreigner) and the projects he’s thinking of working on next. Rez Abbasi has explored nearly every style of music imaginable over the course of his career, having released 15 solo albums and contributing to a number of others. He’s been voted #1 Rising-Star Guitarist in the 2013 DownBeat Critics Poll and subsequently placed in the “Top-Ten Guitarists” alongside luminaries Bill Frisell and Pat Metheny, guitarist and composer Rez Abbasi is one of the most original voices on the current scene.Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Brad Stratton. Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd. To discover more podcasts that help you connect more deeply to the music you love, check out osirispod.com. If you like what you hear, please give us a rate and review on Apple Podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On episode 5 of Beautiful Garbage, Kevin dives into the dawn of the punk scene in England, tracing the origins of some of the most consequential bands in punk history. From Dead To Worse weighs the impact that American punk rock had on what would become a sprawling punk scene in the UK. From the Ramones 1976 4th of July concert in London to Malcolm McLaren's unconventional method of assembling the Sex Pistols, we'll examine the musical, cultural, and social conditions that allowed punk to reach the ears of frustrated teenagers across the pond. In this episode Kevin looks at the impact that The Ramones had on legendary artists such as Johnny Rotten, as well as McLaren's manipulation of punk music through fashion. We'll hear about the social factors that made England the perfect home for the growth of an explosive punk scene, and you'll hear archival commentary from some of the most impactful figures of the era. As punk began to make its way across the ocean, new possibilities for the young genre began to erupt out of the pub rock scene, and you won't want to miss how it all went down backstage- only on Beautiful Garbage.Beautiful Garbage is brought to you by Osiris Media. Written and Narrated by Kevin Hogan. Executive Producer is Adam Caplan. Production, mastering, and artwork by Brad Stratton. Visit Osirispod.com to go deeper and discover more content that connects you to the music you love. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of Beautiful Garbage, Kevin explores the punk scene after the initial CBGB boom, informing listeners on the stylistic evolution and cultural changes of the genre as punk reached its adolescence. A Season In Hell explores The Talking Heads' expedited road to success after adding Tina Weymouth on bass, Richard Hell's wild road of artistic creation and destruction, and how Malcolm McLaren changed the landscape of rock n' roll fashion. This episode contains archival audio interviews with some of the most important figures of the era including Richard Hell, as he details his hectic journey from Television to The Heartbreakers to Richard Hell and the Voidoids, all in under two years. In addition, you'll hear Malcolm McLaren talk about the inspiration behind a big risk that paid off; swapping lingering rock n' roll fashion trends of the 50's for studs, leather, and attitude.Beautiful Garbage is an Osiris Media Production. Written and Narrated by Kevin Hogan. The Executive Producer is Adam Caplan. Production, Mastering, and Artwork by Brad Stratton. Visit Osirispod.com to discover more content that connects you to the music you love. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beautiful Garbage is an Osiris Media podcast exploring how America unleashed punk rock on the world, tracing its development from American garages and bars to England in the mid 1970s and back.In Episode 3, Bad Girls and Sick Boys, we travel into New York's underbelly where a dive bar on The Bowery became the midwife for punk. Kevin takes listeners on a tour through the concrete jungle, from Hilly Kristal opening CBGB to Patti Smith redefining what it means to be a front ”man”, and much more.We'll hear voices of the youth rebellion against the corporatization of rock and how women like Debbi Harry and Patti Smith tore down gender norms, as well as timeless archival interviews with giants of the era including Blondie and the Ramones.Beautiful Garbage is an Osiris Media Production. Written and Narrated by Kevin Hogan. The Executive Producer is Adam Caplan. Production, Mastering, and Artwork by Brad Stratton. Visit Osirispod.com to discover more content that connects you to the music you love. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Arielle is a guitarist, singer, and guitar builder who has risen to prominence in the rock community for her soulful, uninhibited guitar playing and songwriting. Disregarding industry norms, Arielle has forged her own path and as a result, has performed with a stunning list of legendary acts including Brian May, Gregg Allman, CeeLo Green, Eric Johnson, and many others. In this episode, Arielle discusses her diverse musical influences, how she learned to find her voice as a songwriter, and the friendship with Brian May that led to their collaboration on the BMG Arielle guitar. The two discuss her passion for building her own instruments, and Arielle tells Alex about her commitment to replacing the wood that she uses for her guitars by planting trees. Arielle’s album Analog Girl In A Digital World will be released on May 7.Moods & Modes is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted and Produced by Alex Skolnick. Osiris Production by Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Editing and mixing by Brad Stratton. Music by Alex Skolnick. Artwork by Mark Dowd. To discover more podcasts that help you connect more deeply to the music you love, check out osirispod.com. If you like what you hear, please give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this special episode of Salute the Songbird singer, songwriter and radio host Elizabeth Cook joins Maggie for a live episode. Elizabeth and Maggie discuss Elizabeth's journey as a country singer in Nashville, how she turned adversity into songwriting inspiration, and what it's like to perform at The Grand Ole Opry over 400 times.Elizabeth Cook has lived the country music lifestyle since she was a toddler. Her mother was a "hillbilly singer” from West Virginia, and her father was a moonshiner who played upright bass in a prison band. Cook began her musical career with The Blue Album in 2000, and was picked up by Atlantic Records for her 2002 release, Hey Y'all. She eventually requested to be released from the label so that she could stay true to her artistic agenda, and did exactly that, going on to release 5 stellar studio albums since she left Atlantic. CREDITSSalute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Production assistance by Revoice Media and Matt Bavuso. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beautiful Garbage is a podcast from Osiris Media that traces the development of punk rock from American garages and bars to England and back in the mid-to-late 1970s. In Episode 2, "Cultural Treason" we continue to follow the social and political trends that fueled punk's creation as a reaction to society at large. Once again we'll travel from Detroit to New York City as punk's other two cornerstones--The Stooges and the New York Dolls--gave a big middle finger to the end of the flower power era and cemented a new musical underground.Finally we head down to the Bowery to meet a man named Hell...Beautiful Garbage is an Osiris Media Production. Written and Narrated by Kevin Hogan. The Executive Producer is Adam Caplan. Production, Mastering, and Artwork by Brad Stratton. Visit OsirisPod.com to go deeper and discover more content that connects you to the music you love. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beautiful Garbage is a podcast from Osiris Media that traces the development of punk rock from American garages and bars to England and back in the mid-to-late 1970s. In Episode 1 we explore sound and style, tracing both technological advances and the sociopolitical factors that informed the punk aesthetic. To begin the story we draw a line from rock and roll's earliest days to two of the genre's four cornerstones, MC5 and The Velvet Underground, setting up the revolution that followed.Beautiful Garbage is brought to you by Osiris Media. Written and Narrated by Kevin Hogan. Executive Producer is Adam Caplan. Production, mastering, and artwork by Brad Stratton. Visit Osirispod.com to go deeper and discover more content that connects you to the music you love. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this final episode of Season One, musician, songwriter and author Kathy Valentine joins Maggie to talk about growing up in Austin as the only child of a single mom, becoming the bassist for The Go-Go's, and the process of writing her memoir, ‘All I Ever Wanted.' Kathy shares some of her earliest musical influences and memories, what it was like to be a female in the rock industry in the 80s, and the creative projects that she's working on now.Kathy Valentine has been a working musician and songwriter for over 40 years, ever since she started her first band at age 16 in her hometown of Austin, Texas. After moving to Los Angeles, Kathy joined a band that would go on to make music history: The Go-Go's. In this group, Kathy wrote or co-wrote some of the bands most renowned tunes, including the hits “Vacation” and “Head Over Heels.” She returned to Austin in 2006 and began finding new creative pursuits and career opportunities as a public speaker, spokesperson, producer, actor and author.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Maggie is joined by CMT SVP of Music Strategy Leslie Fram to talk about what's changing in the music industry, women in country music, and life in Nashville. Leslie walks Maggie through her expansive career, from her early days in radio to becoming a successful music media executive. At the end of the episode, you'll hear the song "Black Like Me" by Mickey Guyton, an artist who Leslie describes as "the most vocal and inspiring over the last year with everything going on in the world."Leslie Fram serves as Senior Vice President of Music Strategy for CMT, overseeing all music integration within the CMT brand, including original programs, CMT.com and music video airplay across all screens. Since joining CMT in 2011, Fram has negotiated key partnerships with major and indie label acts for world premieres and exclusive digital content. She has championed new avenues to showcase emerging artists, including the new digital performance-based series “Concrete Country,” and most recently, the “Next Women of Country” campaign designed to showcase the female power voices of country. Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Production assistance by Revoice Media. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Singer-songwriter Jillette Johnson joins Maggie on this week's episode to talk about her life in and out of music, navigating the challenges of the music industry, and the making of her latest record, It's A Beautiful Day And I Love You. At the end of the episode, you'll hear “Many Moons” from the album.Pianist and singer/songwriter Jillette Johnson makes melodic, ruminative contemporary pop music largely centered around her resonant vocals and classically influenced piano parts. Born in California, Johnson grew up in New York and began playing piano when she was a child. She released her debut EP, Whiskey & Frosting, in 2012 and her debut full-length album, Water in a Whale in 2013. Johnson released her sophomore long-player, All I Ever See in You Is Me, produced by Dave Cobb in 2017 to critical acclaim. It's A Beautiful Day And I Love You is her third studio album.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, singer-songwriter Nicole Atkins joins Maggie to talk about how she put together the band and the music for her latest record, Italian Ice, and the creative projects she's been working on during the pandemic. Nicole tells Maggie about the early days of her career and the major life transitions behind songs like Goodnight Rhonda Lee, explains how she stays connected to her Jersey roots, and reminisces about WHTG, the local NJ radio station that she grew up on.In each song she creates, Nicole Atkins reveals her incredible power to transport listeners to a much more charmed time and space. On Italian Ice, the New Jersey-bred singer/songwriter conjures the romance and danger and wild magic of a place especially close to her heart: the Jersey Shore in all its scrappy beauty. Inspired by the boardwalk's many curiosities—the crumbling Victorian mansions, the legendary funhouse, the Asbury Park rock-and-roll scene she played a key part in reviving—Atkins transforms her never-ending fascination into a wonderland of her own making.CREDITSSalute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Singer-songwriter Nicki Bluhm joins Maggie from her home in Nashville to talk about leaving California and the intense personal changes that influenced the music on her latest record, To Rise You Gotta Fall.Nicki talks about making the shift from being a teacher into a full time musician, why she decided to release a visual album of Cher songs, and the tools she uses to maintain her health and wellness in the volatile music industry. California native Nicki Bluhm currently resides in Nashville, TN re-invigorated as a songwriter and performer. Embarking on her second decade of releasing albums, Nicki stepped out on her own with the 2018 release of ‘To Rise You Gotta Fall', a collection of songs exploring old endings and new beginnings. After a year of virtual performing, Nicki is excited to return to the road playing live shows as a solo artist, with her Nashville band and with a variety of musicians and longtime friends in new and creative iterations. At the end of the episode, you'll hear the title track from Nicki's album, “To Rise You Gotta Fall”.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Heart's Nancy Wilson joins Maggie for this episode of Salute the Songbird to talk about carving out a place for women in rock music, how dramatic changes in the music industry affected her career over the years, and how she worked through the challenges of life on the road. Nancy tells Maggie about taking time away from music to start a family, the creative energy she's found while being a home during the pandemic, and how she got that iconic, inimitable guitar sound on “Barracuda”. At the end of the episode, you'll hear Nancy perform a cover of Bruce Springsteen's “The Rising” from her new solo album.Nancy Wilson is celebrated as one of the seminal musicians in the history of rock n roll. A guitar virtuoso from the age of 10, Nancy leads the multi-platinum rock group Heart along with her sister Ann. Nancy is revered as an ingenious guitar player and as gifted lead vocalist. As a songwriter, Nancy has co-written a collection of indelible songs that have earned their way into the classic rock canon, including “Magic Man”, “Crazy on You”, “Barracuda”, and “Straight On”.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Emmy-nominated actress and singer Chrissy Metz joins Maggie on this week's episode to talk about her work on the acclaimed series This Is Us, recording her first album, and her book, “This Is Me”. Chrissy tells Maggie about growing up in Japan, her journey as an actress and the road to self-acceptance, and the time she had brunch at Oprah's house. Emmy and two-time Golden Globe nominee Chrissy Metz stars on the award-winning NBC series This Is Us. Chrissy recently starred as Joyce Smith in the hit 20th Century Fox faith-based film, Breakthrough. She also performs “I'm Standing With You” on the Breakthrough soundtrack, written by 10-time Academy Award nominee Diane Warren. Chrissy performed this song at the 2019 ACM Awards. Chrissy recently released her memoir, This Is Me, which debuted at #1 on the NY Times Bestseller List and is currently working on her debut country album.Credits: Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Megan and Rebecca Lovell, the talented sisters behind the roots rock band Larkin Poe, join Maggie on this episode of Salute the Songbird. They tell Maggie about the making of their latest record, Kindred Spirits, the origin of the name Larkin Poe, and making the decision to self-produce their music. The trio discuss the power of being an independent artist, the work ethic of Bob Seger, and the positive aspects of being a woman in the music industry. At the end of the episode, you'll hear the song “Back Down South” from their album Self Made Man.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, Maggie welcomes Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Mickey Guyton. The two discuss how she got her start and the epiphany moment she had watching LeAnn Rimes perform the National Anthem that led her on the path to country music. Mickey discusses growing up in an era when women reigned supreme on country radio, the pivotal moment that changed the course of her career, and why she's determined to create opportunities for others in the music community.Mickey Guyton was born in Arlington, Texas and moved around the Lone Star state as a child due to her father's job but found music to be a constant in her nomadic life. She began singing in church and was drawn to a variety of artists with big voices including Dolly Parton, Cece Winans, Whitney Houston and LeAnn Rimes. Mickey has been spotlighted in People magazine's American Voices feature, Billboard magazine as one of Country music's “female game changers,” and Entertainment Weekly as one of the “new queens of country music.” She is nominated for Best Country Solo Performance for the song “Black Like Me”.At the end of the episode, you'll hear the song “Bridges” from her recently released EP of the same name.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, multiple Grammy® nominee Martina McBride joins Maggie to talk about the early days of her career, the positive impact she has on the women in her audience, and what she's doing to change the ratio in the music industry. The two discuss the story behind her song “Independence Day” and get real about managing the inequities they've encountered in their careers. Martina explains the decision to add the title of Producer to her resume, what it was like to interview Rosanne Cash for her podcast, Vocal Point, and why she thinks the Fake Martina Twitter account (@drunkenmartina) really nails her feistiness. At the end of the episode, you'll hear Martina's song "Girls Like Me". Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Trumpeter and vocalist Jennifer Hartswick joins Maggie to talk about her extraordinary career, which began when she was in high school and was hand-picked to record, then perform, with Trey Anastasio. Jenn tells Maggie about growing up in a musical family, who gave her the confidence to follow her path; what she's learned during her time off the road, and why she is unapologetic in her call for more women to be recognized in the music industry. At the end of the episode, you'll hear the track “I Who Have Nothing, which Jennifer recorded with renowned jazz bassist Christian McBride.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Grammy-nominated songwriter Ruby Amanfu joins Maggie on the first episode of Salute the Songbird to talk about her career, the wide spectrum of musical influences that thread through her work, writing through the difficulty of the pandemic and the issues that arose in 2020. Ruby tells Maggie about allowing herself to take a creative break, why being an immigrant led to her fearlessness, and how she learned to be her 'true self,' no matter what. At the end of the episode, you'll hear Ruby's track: “When We Were Kids.”.Salute the Songbird is brought to you by Osiris Media. Hosted by Maggie Rose. Produced by Austin Marshall, Maggie Rose, Kirsten Cluthe and Brad Stratton. Music by Maggie Rose. Show logo by Premier Music Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.