Podcasts about Korby Lenker

In this revealing episode of The MCP, I sit down with Grammy-nominated songwriter, guitarist, and Americana mainstay Will Kimbrough for a wide-ranging conversation on the hard truths and quiet joys of a life in music.From his early days as a 12 year old electric guitar player to getting signed to EMI, and then John Prine's Oh Boy Records, to his work with Jimmy Buffett, Shemekia Copeland, and Todd Snider, Will offers a masterclass in musical longevity, humility, and hustle.A few of the stories and names he mentions reminded me of what I sometimes foolishly take for granted — namely my geographical proximity to musical greatness. For instance celebrated producer Jay Joyce has a studio not 50 hundred feet away from where I now sit, and in the other direction, three houses opposite, is Eric McConnell's studio, the legendary location where was recorded my favorite album of all time, Todd Snider's East Nashville Skyline.Incidentally, in the picture at top I am sitting across the table from that album's producer. I was so excited I had to share the story of discovering that album in a CD listening station at Waterloo records in Austin in the closing moments of an otherwise very dismal experience, which was me playing SXSW in 2004. That album is why I moved to East Nashville, and why I live there still. Crazy but true.Back to Will. Kimbrough opens up about navigating the highs and lows of the industry—learning to trust a team, the freedom of doing things DIY, and how obligation can become an artist's best creative ally. His career parallels a number of iconic Nashville personalities and institutions, like Mike Grimes (with whom Kimbrough formed the beloved trio the Bis-quits and signed to Prine's Oh Boy Records).Finally we get into his life-changing work with veterans through Songwriting with Soldiers and post-traumatic growth programs, and share a few stories about sobriety (his, mostly) and how he's managed to steer clear of some of the darker potholes that might have otherwise claimed a career now well into in its fourth decade.And yes—there's a live performance Kimbrough's song “For the Life of Me,” with me in there on guitar.00:00:00 "Desired Obligation" 00:01:08 Congrats on the Grammy Nom, Will 00:03:06 What caught your ear early on? 00:04:12 Seeing Bruce Springsteen on your 12th birthday 00:05:19 Riffing with Doyle at Grimey's about the power of earlier radio 00:06:18 The first thing Will did with an electric guitar 00:09:04 Constant Throughput makes you less precious 00:10:19 Riffing on Jay Joyce 00:11:51 Getting signed - "the shackles were on" 00:17:22 The collateral positives of getting signed 00:20:18 how to negotiate the tension between personal freedom and teamwork 00:23:11 Meeting Jimmy Buffett through Todd Snider 00:24:32 Trying to get dropped and forming the Bis-quits 00:26:49 Energy optimism and drive in finding a manager or launching a record 00:27:20 Why is it you make your best work when you're in a bad way? 00:28:48 Will's collective songwriting 00:31:31 Writing records with Todd Snider East Nashville Skyline and the Devil You Know 00:32:33 Korby's "East Nashville Skyline" story 00:35:54 The story about Todd Snider's fallout with Jimmy Buffett 00:38:00 Getting addicted to the school of Todd and Rodney Crowell and that crew 00:38:56 A version of the dream as expressed by Korby 00:39:55 Working with Shemekia Copeland 00:40:44 Warrior PATHH program 00:41:39 Wills Bob Dylan movie story 00:44:42 Setting up "For the Life of Me" live in studio 00:53:06 Will Kimbrough performs "For the Life of Me" 00:57:07 "Addicted to gratitude" 00:59:53 A story about John Prine's "Hello in there" 01:02:50 Are you melancholy or even-keeled? 01:05:41 How have you stayed open to the constant change? 01:07:30 Some notes on sobriety 01:12:27 That plato quote about everyone is fighting a hard battle 01:15:17 Talking about reading and writing 01:17:15 How a story about a song connects people 01:18:00 A story about writing with Jimmy Buffett Get full access to The Morse Code with Korby Lenker at korby.substack.com/subscribe

What does human-curated radio mean in an era dominated by algorithms? In this episode of The Morse Code Podcast, I sit down with Celia Gregory from Nashville's WNXP to talk about the power of radio, music discovery, and how real people—not algorithms—shape the sound of a city.Celia shares her journey from college radio DJ to morning host at WNXP, the role of local radio in fostering music communities, and why she believes in giving underrepresented artists a voice. Get full access to The Morse Code with Korby Lenker at korby.substack.com/subscribe

Jordie Lane on Artistry, Resilience & Reinventing the Indie Music Scene. In this episode of The Morse Code Podcast, host Korby Lenker sits down with the Australian-born Nashville-residing singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jordie Lane. Together they explore the raw realities of making a life in independent music, the necessity of artistic reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of creative authenticity. Jordie shares candid insights on navigating the ever-evolving industry, the emotional and financial struggles of being a full-time musician, and how personal reinvention is key to staying inspired. From songwriting secrets to tour life stories plucked from his dozen plus years as a road-dogging tourbadour, this conversation is a must-watch for musicians, songwriters, and anyone who believes in the power of storytelling through music.00:00:00 Intro00:04:53 The contrast between outward appearances and inward reality00:06:04 The concept behind "Tropical Depression"00:08:14 The pandemic's impact on Jordie's mental health00:10:10 How not being able to travel can increase anxiety00:11:25 Jordie's decision to make his struggles with anxiety a part of his "official" album rollout00:12:58 Korby's take on the podcast space as a reflection of culture's demaan for authenticity00:14:43 Jumping on the authenticity train is also possibly inauthentic00:16:01 Timeline of the album's creation and release00:19:05 How did you finance your record Jordie?00:20:32 Getting in and out of your own way as an artist00:23:43 Korby's recollection of filming Jordie's video for "The Changing Weather"00:23:59 The fundemental tension between confidence and its opposite00:25:04 Getting pooped on as a new dad00:26:17 Korby use of music as a means of trying to be loved00:27:42 The imprtance of being in a good headspace to making art00:30:12 Korby quotes Leonard Berstein's newborn baby quote00:31:12 Dostoyevsky's claim that in order to make art you have to be both sensitive and in pain00:33:11 Jordie's perspective on working in film and tv00:36:04 The fraught romance of touring00:38:01 The importance of low overhead to creative freedom00:39:18 Jordie loves the improvised element of on stage banter00:40:43 Jordie's advice to Korby about banter with a full band00:42:55 A sudden glimpse into Korby's organizational efforts00:44:03 The necessary discipline of a self-employed artist00:48:20 Why Jordie got a shelter dog00:51:13 The "42 Steps" of making the podcast00:52:37 Jordie sets up "Empty Room"00:53:42 Jordie and Korby perform "Empty Room"00:58:03 A compliment and an inquiry00:59:51 Jordie's current process for writing songs01:01:35 Co-writing and trepidation01:02:15 How Maya Angelou and John Prine write01:02:56 More detail on Jordie's "waiting" approach to songwriting01:05:11 What seperates those who create from those who don't01:06:06 How Meet Me at the End of the World was written01:07:53 The process of writing is more important than the end result01:09:20 Suddenly Jordie and Korby are going to try to write one Get full access to The Morse Code with Korby Lenker at korby.substack.com/subscribe

The first time I saw a portrait by Shervin Lainez, I felt like I was hearing the artist's music through a photograph. There's an intimacy in the image, a quiet buzz that goes deeper than just the artist's face—it captures an essence. His work has graced the pages of Rolling Stone, The New York Times, and countless album covers, shaping the way we see some of the most defining voices in modern music. If you've ever admired a striking image of Adele, Billie Eilish, St. Vincent, Tame Impala, or Orville Peck, chances are you've seen Shervin's work.But what makes his photography so compelling isn't just the technical execution—it's his philosophy. Shervin doesn't take pictures; he builds connections. He listens to an artist's music, immerses himself in their world, and lets that inform the way he shoots. His style is adaptable—what he calls chameleon-like—but always true to the artist in front of his lens. As he describes in this conversation, his long years in the game have taught him that the real magic of photography isn't about the perfect lighting setup or the ideal location. It's about trust, energy, and presence. If he walks into a shoot anxious or distracted, the artist will mirror that. If he brings ease, they'll meet him there.I met Shervin back in 2013 or so. I had a show at the Rockwood in NYC and some artist I respect had their photos done by this cool guy in the city. I wasn't sure I could get him, but we figured out a place and in an hour I had a cache of photos I used for literal years. I mean, in addition to giving me something I could use and be proud of, he gave this awkward introvert a truly great experience. We talk about that experience and my perceptions of it. And, true story: after we taped this episode he shot a new round of photos for me, one of which is the main image I'm using across all my socials. A nice full circle moment.In this conversation, Shervin opens up about his relentless pursuit of his craft—the years he spent shooting for free, honing his skills by trial and error, refusing formal education, and pushing forward despite uncertainty. He breaks down the difference between ambition and expectation, explaining how wanting to grow as an artist is healthy, but expecting instant success can be toxic. His journey is a testament to the idea that success isn't about demanding the next big opportunity—it's about doing great work until the right people take notice.We also talk about mentorship, creative obsession, and the art of saying yes before you feel ready. Shervin shares why he never assisted another photographer, his feeling on “Can I pick your brain?” emails, and why his only real advice to young creatives is "just do it—over and over again". If you've ever struggled with self-doubt, comparison, or the pressure to succeed on someone else's timeline, this episode is for you.If you get something out of The Morse Code Podcast, please follow us on Apple Pods or Spotify or write a 5 star review or follow us on instagram or Tiktok or all of these things. See you next week! Get full access to The Morse Code with Korby Lenker at korby.substack.com/subscribe

Let's just begin by saying there is nothing in Nashville like Pitch Meeting, Eric Fortaleza's weekly musical highwire act. Billed as “Nashville's Best Writer's Open Mic” the weekly show, which resumes this Tuesday February 25th features a powerhouse band of Nashville heavies (often of 10 or more players) whose job it is to back the any songwriter who's name is drawn from dozens of hopeful singer-songwriters. The catch - no one has heard the song, not the audience, and more importantly, not the band.“No chord charts, no pre-song run through,” says Pitch Meeting founder Eric Fortaleza. “We just go for it.”I've been to a few Pitch Meetings, and I count them among the most exciting musical experiences I've ever seen. Not only does the song somehow congeal around the band, but an arrangement seems to spring out of the ground like witched water — horn parts, a guitar solo, a bridge breakdown. I feel like you don't believe me. It's totally crazy.It all happens because of Eric Fortaleza, who has something of a gambler's taste for musical thrills and guts to spare. To me, he represents a new crop of Nashville musician, something different from the guys you see down on broadway, hoping to move their way up the ranks of touring musicians to become what is the gold standard of the Nashville Cat — the A-List studio musician. That's a laudable goal, to be sure, but in its application there's a sense of reticence, a holding something in reserve, because “you never know who's gonna be in the room.” People trying to get discovered may fire their flashiest tricks, but tricks are different from taking chances. Eric is ALL about taking chances. He came to Nashville from Sydney, Australia a couple months before the Pandemic. But he was born in the Phillipines. We talk alot about how being the child of immigrants had something to do with his inveterate hustle. We talk about alot of stuff in this episode. His unlikely but somehow inevitable move to Nashville after ten years on the Australian scene. Why he founded Pitch Meeting, what he likes about it, what's next. At some point in the conversation, the studio door opened to the afternoon glare and in stepped Eric's bandmate Owen Fader, who looks like and sings like a baby faced angel. They played a song together, which shifted the direction of the podcast moving forward. What do you think I mean?The Morse Code with Korby Lenker is a reader-supported publication. Support my music, writing and the Morse Code Podcast by becoming a free or paid subscriber.People like Eric are why I am doing this. He's one of the more inspiring people I've met — like past guests Barry Dean and Steve Poltz — I've had on the podcast. Music isn't some strategy for success or fame. It's about lifting people up and inspiring them to want more from life. At least, that's what it is for me, and it's how I felt when the session was over and the Eric and Owen and gone off to do something else. Go see Pitch Meeting. Subscribe to us on Spotify. Become a paid subscriber if stuff like this means something to you. We're doing it because life is short and we've a solemn obligation to live as big as we can! Alright get back out there and make something awesome. Get full access to The Morse Code with Korby Lenker at korby.substack.com/subscribe

What happens when the interviewer becomes the guest? This episode of The Morse Code Podcast is a special one—Randa Newman, Korby's wife and creative partner, takes over the host seat to interview Korby in an intimate, revealing conversation about creativity, perseverance, and what it means to balance art with real life. Get full access to The Morse Code with Korby Lenker at korby.substack.com/subscribe

Abby Jane is a singer and songwriter based in Nashville. Her debut EP “I Don't Want to Pretend” has been the talk of the town, at least in the circles I trade in, since it dropped in October 2024. Everybody loves her fresh take on the craft of confessional songwriting, and the remarkable instrument through which she delivers those songs.Abby Jane and I are sharing a show next Saturday Feb 15 at the Five Spot in East Nashville. Grab your tickets. Get full access to The Morse Code with Korby Lenker at korby.substack.com/subscribe

Carl Anderson is a singer-songwriter from Virginia. His song swirls around like that plastic bag in the scene from American Beauty. A surprising unassuming clandestine charm that catches you unawares and then settles at your feet until the wind kicks up again. I have been a fan of his ever since we played a show together at the Bluebird in Nashville maybe like seven years ago. The way he sings is like no one else. You have to hear it for yourself (in this episode, you will).I'm so excited he's part of this show we're doing in a few weeks, at the Five Spot in East Nashville. Saturday February 15th. Carl is sharing some music, as is next week's guest, Abby Jane. Then I'll play a set with my new band, and then we're going to screen a world-premiere of the music video for my new song Meet Me at the End of the World, directed by MCP alum Mila Vilaplana. Throughout, Ryan Rado, who was on the pod a few weeks ago, is doing some live immersive painting. It's gonna be a great night and I'm very excited. If you live in Nashville here is a link for tickets.I've started making a new effort here on the podcast, which is to insert chapters into the YouTube video. For you it makes it easier to see the contours and compartments of the conversation (see below). For me it requires I listen back through the entire talk, which makes me reflect on what we discussed and whether it was worth it. So I know what I'm saying when I say this was a truly insightful and dare I say FUN conversation with a person for whom art's calling occupies a central position. Carl is serious about songmaking and unserious about its purpose. That is to say he holds the sacred cows lightly in his hand and only pets them when they ask. I am reminded that so much of the value in any conversation lay in its style, and not just its substance.We play a song together, his original, Separate Ways. Listen to the way he sings.Carl talks about what got him started on the creative path, his love for dancing, the pleasure of watching bad acting, Bob Dylan as the original troll, his in-and-out habit of fitness and its relationship to creativity, the strange and healthy beauty of having a job outside the industry.I share a little as well. What happened when I moved to Nashville twenty years ago. Why I burst into tears last week on my couch watching Fred Again's Tiny Desk Concert. How being yourself gives everyone else permission to be themselves too.Carl Anderson is a real one of one. I hope this conversation makes you want to finish the song you're working on. The Morse Code with Korby Lenker is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my music, writing and the Morse Code Podcast, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.00:00:00 Introduction/ In praise of Rock Club Owners00:04:27 In praise of Carl00:06:00 Carl reflects on his approach to songwriting00:07:27 Korby asks a weird question00:08:22 A story about roommates and song analysis00:09:27 How Carl got started songwriting00:11:19 When you realize that music is something you can do too00:12:01 Carl likes dancing00:13:14 Songwriting is a serious pursuit00:14:37 If you have musical talent you need to explore that00:16:13 Beethoven can't write a song like John Prine00:18:10 The new Bob Dylan movie and influence00:21:27 "Last time I talked to you you were pretty sober"00:24:21 Carl's take on health, fitness, and creativity00:29:54 Why did you move to Nashville Carl?00:35:23 Carl and Korby perform Separate Ways00:39:32 The stigma of employment when you're young00:43:02 Korby talks about his wake up call when he moved to Nashville 20 years ago00:46:04 Korby describes why he's doing this podcast00:46:36 Trying to not look too closely at what motivates you00:49:05 Do you want your kids to be artists?00:51:32 Fallow periods in the Life of an Artist00:52:40 The wonderful Dick Cavett show00:55:06 Watching cringe acting fascinates Carl00:55:46 Bob Dylan was the original troll00:58:10 "I'm not learning anything valuable here"00:58:40 Korby talks about the collaborative nature of film01:00:38 How Fred Again has inspired Korby in his novel01:04:52 "I used to want to be famous, I still do" but connection now too01:06:54 Korby and Carl reflect on meeting at the Bluebird01:07:50 A new season of collaboration starting with Feb 15 show!01:09:32 I am a very earnest person01:11:33 We had to stop because Carl must drive to Virginia Get full access to The Morse Code with Korby Lenker at korby.substack.com/subscribe

MAIR is a musical force of nature. Whether she's playing mandolin, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, bass, nylon string banjo, her sit-up-and-pay-attention virtuosity has made her an in-demand collaborator the industry over.She's been touring since she was thirteen, which makes her an industry veteran even though she's barely in her mid-twenties. If you're into bluegrass, you might have caught her — playing as Mary Meyer — with her brothers in the Meyer Band, or on her Lick of the Day series, maybe you saw her on stage with Sister Sadie, or at Stagecoach or SXSW, or with Anna Graves opening for Stevie Nicks or Maren Morris.Her new project MAIR, showcases her effortless singing, soft touch and flair for a tone poem kind of songwriting not unlike Elliot Smith. See it for yourself — or hear it rather — when she plays her original song “You in the Morning” live.But first before we go deep on relationships, including her recent divorce and the rebirth that came out of that (I share a good bit on that topic as well), her upbringing as a homeschooled kid in Missouri, what's going on inside her mind when she's improvising, and the bold vision she has for her own ideal career in music.I've been following Mair since probably 2022. I've dug the way she makes music and how she balances her dual identities — as a player for whom any band or song benefits — with an absolute need to expressive herself her own way. This is a magic person. Enjoy the episode! Get full access to The Morse Code with Korby Lenker at korby.substack.com/subscribe

Quick note before the show - after taking almost 4 years off to produce the Morse Code TV Pilot, I'm about to release some new music. So so excited about this. The first single is called Meet Me at the End of the World. Its about reaching for love at all costs. I texted our guest Tyler Merritt the track after our interview last week and, to quote the man: “The whole song is super melodic. Great lyrical imagery. Super solid song bro”. So, early reviews are promising! The single launch party and Korby full band show (!) is Saturday Feb 15 at the Five Spot in East Nashville at 6pm. My friends Abby Jane and Carl Anderson are joining me on the bill, and podcast alum Ryan Rado will be live painting. We'll also be premiering the ridiculously ambitious music video we made for this new song of mine, directed by another MC podcast alum Mila Vilaplana. Ballroom dancing, a couple dozen costumed extras, a three-story tall LED lightwall made to look like a sunset in heaven, and a huge Viet Nam War protest set piece are some of the elements. We're filming next week and I'll be sharing behind the scenes clips and pics on my IG if you want to follow along. We're announcing the show Tuesday but here is the early ticket link for my substackies. We are gonna sell out — don't sleep on this :)And now back to our featured presentation~ Happy Publication Week to Tyler Merritt!!Tyler Merritt is an actor, musician, comedian, and activist behind The Tyler Merritt Project. Best known for his viral video “Before You Call the Cops” (seen now by more than 100 million people) and his bestselling debut I Take My Coffee Black, Jan 14th, 2025 just saw the publication of his second book, This Changes Everything: A Surprisingly Funny Story About Race, Cancer, Faith, and Other Things We Don't Talk About. No less a pop culture icon than Jimmy Kimmel wrote the foreword for Coffee, but his new book (which as of two days ago is available everywhere) features a who's who of admirers, reviewers and blurbers, including Trisha Yearwood, Joy Reid, Kristin Chenoweth, Heather Locklear, and about twenty more famous folks…Tyler is also a seasoned actor whose credits include Netflix's Outer Banks, the Disney series Falcon and the Winter Soldier, and A24's upcoming feature film The Inspection. So, I don't know how many threats that is, but it's a lot.Awhile back, I read I Take My Coffee Black, pretty much in one sitting. I loved it. Full of humor — both self-deprecating and barbed — pathos, and hilarious anecdotes, like the time he busted out an improvised rap to avoid being forced into a gang — there are no shortage of surprising revelations, praise in equal parts for rap icons and musical theater, and warm-hearted descriptions of big personalities (his force-of-nature mom comes to mind). The man's personal voice is so buoyant it basically floats on the page.Accordingly, this conversation was as wild a ride as the writing. Things got off to a rocky start (!) when Tyler reminded me he was still mad I didn't book him for a role in Morse Code. But we hugged it out and jumped into a fast, substantive discussion, based in part on a few shared perspectives. For one, we are both children of the West. He's from Nevada and I'm from Idaho. Having living here in the south for almost twenty years, I still retain much of the present-leaning-forward spirit of the west, and in reading Coffee, I felt Tyler had a similar perspective. The western half of America doesn't care where you're from. In that way it can be shallow and fatuous, but the south's preoccupation with its past can be a real head-scratcher to someone not from here. There was so much in this conversation — about Counting Crows, the Nashville music scene, George Floyd, Tyler's mom, the segregation that still exists in Nashville, how in some ways its more pronounced than in other southern cities.If you're still reading this it's probably because you know what a lovable, and loveably complicated person is Tyler Merritt. I hope you love this conversation and I hope it makes you buy his new book.PS I'm including a special exchange not included in the public pod as an exclusive for my Patreons. Up now.Last Week Redux. 10 minutes with Adam RossListen to Author and Editor in Chief of the Sewanee Review Adam Ross talk about the experience of writing a novel, and the sympathetic characters of Playworld, in an excerpt from the conversation we shared last week.Adam's second novel Playworld is a mere week old, and continues its reign of praise and adulation on the literary circuit. Seems like everyone loves it, (including me). As the Morse Code Podcast YouTube Channel nears 500 subscribers, we're going to include a 10 min highlight from each episode, going forward. We're working hard to build a community around creators and their important, life-giving, world-saving work.You can thank us, encourage us, join us, by subscribing to to the MCP channel. Thank you and stay passionate. ~Korby Get full access to The Morse Code with Korby Lenker at korby.substack.com/subscribe

Scott Hylbert is an author, editor, and ghostwriter of novels, short stories, fables, memoirs, literary fiction, genre fiction, creative non-fiction, and business non-fiction. His tech-thriller Task Lyst (Turner Publishing 2019) is optioned for a streaming series by NBC/Universal. He brings contextual life experience to projects, having worked in the magazine and newspaper business throughout the US, and toured overseas playing music. As an entrepreneur, he founded and sold a Nashville creative studio before turning his focus on writing. This matters because it informs his outlook, his ability to relate to many perspectives, to adopt another's voice. Between deadlines, Scott is a guest lecturer and literacy teacher. He also leads a writers workshop for adults that he co-founded while earning his masters degree from Vanderbilt's creative writing program. Scott has performed with or shared a bill with these artists:Train, Rambling Jack Elliott, Steve Earle, Wilco, Cowboy Jack Clement, Justin Townes Earle, James McMurtry, Elizabeth Cook, Al Kooper/Blues Project, Viktor Krauss, Steve Bowman, Douglas Wayne, Belleville, The Benson Family, Jason Hill, The Rockwells, Greno, Fez Wrecker, The Nephews, Tell-Tale Hearts, Jonny Kaplan & Lazy Stars, Bill Toms, Dave Pahanish, Bill Deasy, The Clarks, Mother Hips, Gideon Zaretsky, String Cheese Incident, Rich Mahan, George Marinelli, Shawn Byrne, Charlie Degenhart, Kris Woolsey, Bloke, Jen Gunderman, David Olney, Martin Lynds, Jim Gray, Audley Freed, Ken Coomer, Susan Marshall, Alvin Youngblood Hart, Henry Brothers, Kevin Ansell, John Deaderick, Grimey, Roger Moutenot, Annie Sellick, Jason White, Jack Silverman, Christian Grizzard, Korby Lenker, Jonell Mosser, Gabe Dixon, Al Perkins, Sam Bush, Brendan Benson, Losers Lounge, Tie Dye Jam, Sin City Social Club, golfed with Dicky Betts (ABB), sold Rising Tides™️ to Universal, was scolded by John Simon, and got a laugh out of Gene Simmons (KISS).scotthylbert@me.com www.WriterAtStudio.comhttps://linktr.ee/scotthylbertHost - Trey MitchellIG - treymitchellphotographyIG - feeding_the_senses_unsensoredFB - facebook.com/profile.php?id=100074368084848Sponsorship Information  -  ftsunashville@gmail.comTheme Song - The Wanshttps://www.thewansmusic.com/https://www.facebook.com/thewansmusic/https://www.instagram.com/thewans/?hl=en

Korby Lenker is a roots-music Renaissance man. A prolific songwriter for more than two decades, he's spent his entire adulthood in a creative whirl, juggling multiple roles — solo artist, road warrior, published author, actor, screenwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and storyteller — along the way.   It's been a unique path, beginning in Korby's hometown of Twin Falls, Idaho — where he sang old hymns in church, discovered classic rock and New Wave in his high school, hosted his first band practice in a buddy's basement — and eventually leading him to East Nashville, his adopted home since 2007. Somewhere in the middle, he launched his solo career as a bluegrass-loving, flat-picking folkie, steadily expanding beyond those roots with each album. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/korbykorby/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/korbylenkerWebsite https://www.korbylenker.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/KorbyLenkerSpotify https://spoti.fi/3Hn1sZMMedium Hero https://bit.ly/MediumHeroPaperbackHost - Trey Mitchelltreymitchellphotography IGfeeding_the_senses_unsensored on IGtrey mitchell: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100074368084848Sponsorship Information or submitting for interviews -  ftsunashville@gmail.comTheme Song - Damien HorneTake It From Me @damienhorne

Hello, Hello!   In this edition of Mistakes In The Making, we hear from Writer, Actor, Author, and Musician Korby Lenker. Korby opens up about a time in his career when he was forced to slow down, take a 9-to-5 job, and rethink his creative path. Enjoy!    Listen+Subscribe+Rate = Love   Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on social and the web at https://linktr.ee/BonsaiCreative   Love the MAKE IT Podcast? Become a True Fan!   www.makeit.libsyn.com/podcast   #MAKEIT

Korby Lenker joins the podcast to talk about his 8th studio album Man in the Maroon, acting and writing. Korby has released seven studio albums, toured nationally and internationally up to 200 dates a year, published a 2015 collection of short stories, Medium Hero, created and stars in a developing television series, Morse Code. He has won or been a finalist in several song contests, including Merlefest, New Song Contest, Kerrville, Rocky Mountain Folks Fest and the International Songwriting Competition. Are you a fan of the show? Be sure to let us know how you like it by rating and reviewing it! Share the podcast with a friend.  You can also reach out to Will & India here: Twitter: @willpharrison @indiaramey @mericanastation Instagram: @willpayneharrison @indiaramey Americana Highways Backroads Playlist New School Honky Tonk Playlist  

RUNDOWN We're back! Mitch and Scott catch up after a week off and welcome Bill Sanders from RunMyPools.com to share details for the Unfiltered Madness contest . Then, they dive headlong into a Seahawks catch-up including the Dunlap departure, failure to utilize franchise tags, and Russell contract implications. Three guests today are musician Korby Lenker, NFL analyst Ross Tucker, and college basketball columnist with Sporting News Mike DeCourcy. The "Other Stuff" segment is chock full of randomness with topics such as the Meyers Leonard fallout, the late Marvelous Marvin Hagler, and college basketball tidbits.  GUESTS Korby Lenker | Singer/songwriter Ross Tucker | Ross Tucker Football Podcast Mike DeCourcy | Sporting News college hoops columnist TABLE OF CONTENTS 13:03 | Bill Sanders from RunMyPools.com provides instructions for Unfiltered Madness for a chance to win great prizes!  27:43 | One third of the Soden family has been vaccinated while Mitch and Scott are still taking swings in the on-deck circle. 30:36 | How did you enjoy the Carlos Dunlap era and are you sad to see him go? 35:02 | John Schneider has some major gaps to fill if Shaq, Chris Carson, KJ, and others don't return. 39:19 | There is an interesting clause in Russell Wilson's contract that adds an extra element of intrigue to the uncertain future of Seattle's franchise QB. 50:05 | GUEST: Northwest native musician Korby Lenker joins the show to chat about his path to Music City and even plays a few songs as he prepares to release his eighth album.   1:16:46 | GUEST: Ross Tucker swings by to weigh in on Drew Brees' retirement, Russell Wilson's trade potential, and the free agency market. 1:34:58 | GUEST: Longtime college hoops expert Mike DeCourcy provides his candid reaction to the bracket as we prepare for the madness this week! The guys share their opinion on what the proper response should be for figures like Meyers Leonard and Justin Thomas who made mistakes. RIP Marvelous Marvin Hagler, a cornerstone of the golden era of boxing. Mitch shares a few college hoops tidbits including the dreadful season on Montlake, the dancing Beavers, and sports juju for Georgetown.

Hello, Indie Creatives!  In this episode, we have a conversation with singer-songwriter, author, and actor Korby Lenker. We talk about his forthcoming album 'Man In The Maroon,' the paradox and difficulty of loving multiple writing mediums, happiness, fame, god, his plans for his semi-autobiographical dramedy Morse Code,' and opens up about his late sister, Kenna. Enjoy! Listen+Subscribe+Rate = Love Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on social and the web at https://linktr.ee/BonsaiCreative #MAKE

Hello, Indie Creatives! In this edition of Industry Insights, Nick explores the actions and principles of persistence by tapping into the wisdom of writer, director, and composer Korby Lenker and script consultant and executive Shannan E. Johnson.  Enjoy! Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on social and the web at https://linktr.ee/BonsaiCreative #MAKEIT

On this episode of the Roots Revival Podcast we discuss my new song "Friends and Strangers" that is being released this Friday, August 7th! I wrote the song at the end of 2019 with my friend, Korby Lenker! On the podcast we discuss how the song came about and how we were able to put out new music during quarantine. I'm really proud of how the song turned out. As always email jack@jackbarksdale.com for questions or show ideas.

"The number one thing, way more important than talent, is persistence." - Korby Lenker  This week we talk with musician, writer, actor, and producer Korby Lenker. Korby is a heavy-touring, award-winning singer-songwriter, a published author, and creator and star of a new scripted web-series named Morse Code that can be viewed on Vimeo. Episode 4 premieres on May 23rd, 2019.    bonsai.film/makeit #MAKEIT 

Korby Lenker, Tanya Gallagher, Jonathan Byrd

Korby Lenker, Tanya Gallagher, Jonathan Byrd

In Episode 31, Korby Lenker dives into all he has going on from music to being a creator and star of a new scripted web series. Korby and I enjoyed hanging out in the West End area and talking about his story. Korby continues to take the definition of ‘independent creative' and push it forward. […]

In Episode 31, Korby Lenker dives into all he has going on from music to being a creator and star of a new scripted web series. Korby and I enjoyed hanging out in the West End area and talking about his story. Korby continues to take the definition of ‘independent creative’ and push it forward. […]

August 18, 2018 | Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Anthony DeStefano, Korby Lenker & Nora Jane | Huckabee by Huckabee

Vanavond weer veel nieuwe muziek van Beechwood, Robert Finley, Calexico, Raven And Red en Korby Lenker.

Vanavond weer veel nieuwe muziek van Beechwood, Robert Finley, Calexico, Raven And Red en Korby Lenker.

In this episode we chat with Korby Lenker about his upcoming show, get excited about this week’s Shows with Korby Lenker with Violet Bell, and Josh Brannon Band with Greg Williams, and reminisce about the week prior.

Korby Lenker, Megan Slankard, and Alex WongThese three amazing singer/songwriters stopped by CAU on their way to perform at "Space" in Evanston. That was over a year ago and the files were lost, but now found. Check out the Bio on these artists and you can see just how amazing they are

Korby Lenker, Megan Slankard, and Alex WongThese three amazing singer/songwriters stopped by CAU on their way to perform at "Space" in Evanston. That was over a year ago and the files were lost, but now found. Check out the Bio on these artists and you can see just how amazing they areKORBY LENKER: Korby Lenker is a sneaky-good songwriter. And singer. And multi-instrumentalist. An abbreviated list of Lenker's achievements so far includes: a significant amount of airplay on the legendary Seattle indie rock station KEXP; a BBC 2 interview with Bob Harris, which is only about the highest honor a rootsy singer-songwriter touring the U.K. can get; opening slots for acts ranging from Willie Nelson to Ray LaMontagne, Nickel Creek, Keith Urban, Susan Tedeschi and Tristan Prettyman; a successful run with one of the hottest young West Coast bluegrass bands of the aughts; and wins in the Merlefest folk songwriting contest as well as the Kerrville Folk Festival's elite New Folk songwriting competition. Lenker's composition "My Little Life" brought him the Kerrville honors this year. It doesn't seem possible that one song could work so well in such disparate worlds, but it also proved its powers as a galvanizing piece of indie-pop, drawing a small army of likeminded, rising Nashville artists and personalities--Jeremy Lister and Katie Herzig to name two--to make lip-syncing, ukulele-strumming cameos in Lenker's music video. MEGAN SLANKARD: "Nearly everyone who encounters this attractive and sophisticated singer-songwriter agrees that she has 'star' written all over her," says Acoustic Guitar Magazine about Megan Slankard. "She forges a distinctive sound with her smooth and courageous vocal dynamics, intelligent and diverse song styles, and sheer infectious enthusiasm." Slankard, who has sold just over 20,000 copies of her three CDs, self-produced her first CD at age eighteen and her third with help from Counting Crow's guitarist Dan Vickrey, and is currently working on a new project. Last year Slankard formed a new alt-rock band, and is already getting industry attention having been selected as a semi-finalist in Discmaker's 2007 Independent Music World Series and a finalist in the 2008 Musician's Atlas/Borders Books Independent Music Awards - even before the official release of her new band's first album, scheduled for mid-2008. Slankard and her music have appeared on TLC's "What Not To Wear", generating purchases by TV viewers after her first appearance that placed her second CD "Freaky Little Story" on the 5 spot on Amazon.com CD sales charts and on the Top-10 Rock Bestseller list on CDBaby.com. Because of the episode's popularity, the show's producers featured her in a follow-up episode, bringing her back onto the Top-10 with "Freaky Little Story". Upon its release months later, "A Little Extra Sun" also reached the Top-10 sales chart. Her songs have also earned over 175,000 plays on MySpace.com, and "Freaky Little Story" remains a Top-20 all time Rock Bestseller on CDBaby.com to this day. Slankard's music has also been featured on San Francisco AAA station KFOG's compilation CD and has been spun over 500 times on Modesto, CA. She has been featured in Rockgrl Magazine, Owl Magazine, The Synthesis, and online sources Fresh Tracks and Women In Rock, in addition to Acoustic Guitar magazine, whose editors named "Freaky Little Story" one of their top albums of 2005. She was a final selection artist for RPM Direct Presents: Unsigned Artists Volume 3 compilation CD; an A&R Online featured artist; a Song and Film Spotlight artist; and, an Acoustic Cafe featured artist on the "One to Watch" syndicated radio program (sponsored by the USA Songwriting Competition). Slankard also co-wrote and performed on the title track of Dire Straits founding member David Knopfler's new record, "Ship of Dreams". Megan has performed in over 200 cities in five different countries, including at showcases in Boston (NEMO) and Toronto (NXNE), on three tours as support for David Knopfler (Germany and England), and at the international festival InGuitar in Zurich (Switzerland). She will resume touring after the completion of the new CD. ALEX WONG: Alex Wong is a Brooklyn-based producer, writer and performer whose signature sonic style resonates in all he creates-from cinematic pop soundscapes to electronic tinged theater scores to his honest, direct songwriting. He has produced recordings with leading artists such as Delta Rae, Ari Hest, Elizabeth and the Catapult, Melissa Ferrick, Vienna Teng and Grammy nominee Ximena Sarinana. Alex has garnered critical acclaim for his songwriting collaborations with recording artists Amber Rubarth (The Paper Raincoat), Vienna Teng, Paul Freeman, Elizabeth and the Catapult and Alex Berger (Independent Music Award winner). His songwriting has been heard in film and television projects such as "The Last Song" (Disney/Touchstone), "One Tree Hill," and "The Lincoln Lawyer" (Lion's Gate). His solo project, A City On A Lake, is releasing it's debut self-titled album (featuring vocal performances from Ari Hest and Ximena Sarinana) was released in 2012.Click to view all four videos from this Podcast

Featuring Eagle Rock Gospel Singers, plus Korby Lenker, Applewood Road, Lee Bains III, North Mississippi Allstars, Ben Bostick, & Sonny Landreth. "Ep360 Eagle Rock Gospel Singers" originated from Americana Music Show.

After ten years living and recording in Nashville, Korby Lenker went home to Idaho to record his recent CD, 'Thousand Springs,' in places that were meaningful to him. The songs touch on friendship, life on the road and the fight of Native Americans for respect. Lenker sat down with Folk Alley at the 30A Songwriters Festival to perform songs from the new album and talk about his musical journey.

Korby Lenker's deliberate approach to music is the mainstay of career now tipping into its third decade. Along the way there have been numerous songwriting awards, including first place wins at the 2016 Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Songwriters Showcase and festival appearances at Sasquatch and Bumbershoot, amongst others.For his 7th album, Korby hatched an ambitious plan. He purchased some recording gear and a high-end battery typically used in climbing expeditions, and drove out to Idaho to see what would happen. He recorded the heart of each song - the guitar and vocal - in different places important to him personally. He recorded during the day and slept in a tent at night. He spent the next several months driving around the country, recording his friends where they lived - in backyards and hotel rooms - in Seattle, Portland, LA, Austin, Madison, Boston and more. 'Thousand Springs' was recorded in seven states and features almost 30 different artists from the young folk scene.Lenker sat down with Folk Alley at the 30A Songwriters Festival to perform songs from the new album and talk about his musical journey.

Korby Lenker's deliberate approach to music is the mainstay of career now tipping into its third decade. Along the way there have been numerous songwriting awards, including first place wins at the 2016 Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Songwriters Showcase and festival appearances at Sasquatch and Bumbershoot, amongst others.For his 7th album, Korby hatched an ambitious plan. He purchased some recording gear and a high-end battery typically used in climbing expeditions, and drove out to Idaho to see what would happen. He recorded the heart of each song - the guitar and vocal - in different places important to him personally. He recorded during the day and slept in a tent at night. He spent the next several months driving around the country, recording his friends where they lived - in backyards and hotel rooms - in Seattle, Portland, LA, Austin, Madison, Boston and more. 'Thousand Springs' was recorded in seven states and features almost 30 different artists from the young folk scene.Lenker sat down with Folk Alley at the 30A Songwriters Festival to perform songs from the new album and talk about his musical journey.

Korby Lenker's deliberate approach to music is the mainstay of career now tipping into its third decade. Along the way there have been numerous songwriting awards, including first place wins at the 2016 Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Songwriters Showcase and festival appearances at Sasquatch and Bumbershoot, amongst others.For his 7th album, Korby hatched an ambitious plan. He purchased some recording gear and a high-end battery typically used in climbing expeditions, and drove out to Idaho to see what would happen. He recorded the heart of each song - the guitar and vocal - in different places important to him personally. He recorded during the day and slept in a tent at night. He spent the next several months driving around the country, recording his friends where they lived - in backyards and hotel rooms - in Seattle, Portland, LA, Austin, Madison, Boston and more. 'Thousand Springs' was recorded in seven states and features almost 30 different artists from the young folk scene.Lenker sat down with Folk Alley at the 30A Songwriters Festival to perform songs from the new album and talk about his musical journey.

Korby Lenker's deliberate approach to music is the mainstay of career now tipping into its third decade. Along the way there have been numerous songwriting awards, including first place wins at the 2016 Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Songwriters Showcase and festival appearances at Sasquatch and Bumbershoot, amongst others.For his 7th album, Korby hatched an ambitious plan. He purchased some recording gear and a high-end battery typically used in climbing expeditions, and drove out to Idaho to see what would happen. He recorded the heart of each song - the guitar and vocal - in different places important to him personally. He recorded during the day and slept in a tent at night. He spent the next several months driving around the country, recording his friends where they lived - in backyards and hotel rooms - in Seattle, Portland, LA, Austin, Madison, Boston and more. 'Thousand Springs' was recorded in seven states and features almost 30 different artists from the young folk scene.Lenker sat down with Folk Alley at the 30A Songwriters Festival to perform songs from the new album and talk about his musical journey.

Korby Lenker's deliberate approach to music is the mainstay of career now tipping into its third decade. Along the way there have been numerous songwriting awards, including first place wins at the 2016 Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Songwriters Showcase and festival appearances at Sasquatch and Bumbershoot, amongst others.For his 7th album, Korby hatched an ambitious plan. He purchased some recording gear and a high-end battery typically used in climbing expeditions, and drove out to Idaho to see what would happen. He recorded the heart of each song - the guitar and vocal - in different places important to him personally. He recorded during the day and slept in a tent at night. He spent the next several months driving around the country, recording his friends where they lived - in backyards and hotel rooms - in Seattle, Portland, LA, Austin, Madison, Boston and more. 'Thousand Springs' was recorded in seven states and features almost 30 different artists from the young folk scene.Lenker sat down with Folk Alley at the 30A Songwriters Festival to perform songs from the new album and talk about his musical journey.

We start this week’s show with the truly epic Many Things and Burn Together - they are launching their album next week - tune in for details. In this week's show we have tracks and gig details from Our Man in The Field, Le Skiv, Lucy Mason, Adam Cleaver, Korby Lenker, Rhiannon Mair and Shadow Culture. We also have a ‘Double Bill’ from Mammút and Fossa, our ‘Shameless Favourite’ comes from a powerful set of lungs in the shape of The Last Internationale and ‘Twitter Recommends’ comes courtesy of Harris Adams. Enjoy! You can find details of all the gigs mentioned and hear the tracks again by going to the website - www.londongigguide.co.uk. #newmusic #london #gigs #indie #alternative #music http://www.twitter.com/londongigguide http://www.facebook.com/thelondongigguide

We start this week’s show with the truly epic Many Things and Burn Together - they are launching their album next week - tune in for details. In this week's show we have tracks and gig details from Our Man in The Field, Le Skiv, Lucy Mason, Adam Cleaver, Korby Lenker, Rhiannon Mair and Shadow Culture. We also have a ‘Double Bill’ from Mammút and Fossa, our ‘Shameless Favourite’ comes from a powerful set of lungs in the shape of The Last Internationale and ‘Twitter Recommends’ comes courtesy of Harris Adams. Enjoy! #music #indie #gigs #london #alternative #radio You can find details of all the gigs mentioned and hear the tracks again by going to the website - www.londongigguide.co.uk. http://www.twitter.com/londongigguide http://www.facebook.com/thelondongigguide

Korby Lenker Interview and Performanceç stopped by the Lightning 100 studio before his CD release show at The Rutledge.http://ftp.wrlt.com/production/int/14/140321KorbyLenker.mp3

Korby Lenker is the best dressed singer/songwriter in Nashville and he's a guest on episode 43!