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PODCAST

Bringin" it Backwards

Adam & Tera Lisicky

Bringin" It Backwards: podcast – giving driven musicians the invaluable insight they need to succeed in the music industry, by revealing how legendary musicians achieved stardom.

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26:35

BiB: Bailey Spinn – From Viral TikTok Star to Hard...

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2025/12/22

On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam reconnects with viral sensation and rock artist Bailey Spinn. You might remember Bailey from TikTok, where she first blew up during her college days—but when she last joined the show, she hadn't even released her own music yet. Fast forward three years: Bailey's debut EP "My Worst Enemy" racked up millions of streams, her breakout single "Happy Ending" took off far beyond her expectations, and she's since dropped her powerful debut album "Loser." Adam

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31:44

BiB: Craig Johns Jr - How a Movie Soundtrack Idea...

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2025/12/17

On this episode of "Bringin' It Backwards," Adam Lisicky sits down with Craig Johns Jr for a raw, honest conversation about his journey from a small suburb outside New York City to building a new life and music career in Los Angeles. Craig Johns Jr dives into his early obsessions with guitar, first tours at just fifteen, and the twists and turns of being in multiple bands—each chapter pushing him closer to finding his own sound. He opens up about the leap of faith it took to leave behind family,

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27:36

BiB: Lexi Norton (Echos) – How a DM Changed...

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2025/12/13

What happens when you tell the world you're going to be a singer at age five—and then actually make it happen? In this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Alexandra (Lexi Norton) of Echos to uncover the story behind her music journey that started in a small town outside Portland, Oregon, and has taken her all the way to millions of streams and a dedicated global fanbase. Lexi opens up about the early validation she received from family and strangers in her hometown, the

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59:07

BiB: Damian Kulash - The Untold Story Behind OK Go's...

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2025/12/10

Get ready to see a side of OK Go you've never heard before. On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Damian Kulash, frontman of the Grammy-winning icons behind some of the most creative music videos ever made. From growing up in the DC punk scene, finding his voice at Interlochen camp, to building OK Go's signature blend of jaw-dropping visuals and infectious pop hooks, Damian Kulash brings you into the heart of what makes the band tick. Whether you're a die-hard fan or

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30:22

BiB: Chris Kelly (Hillhaven) - How Lindsay Lohan...

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2025/12/09

What if your entire journey as a musician started with a Lindsay Lohan movie? On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Chris Kelly of Hillhaven, who opens up about growing up in the Philadelphia suburbs, finding inspiration in the unlikeliest places (think Freaky Friday), and the rocky path from bedroom guitarist to fronting his own band. Chris Kelly shares how music was always swirling around his family—even if it wasn't always encouraged as a career—and how a chance at

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34:38

BiB: Nikitaa – From Mumbai to LA: How She Defied...

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2025/12/06

What happens when you're the first in your family to chase a dream everyone else kept secret? On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Indian singer-songwriter and producer Nikitaa—an artist who grew up in Mumbai surrounded by music, yet never saw anyone actually turn their passion into a career. That is, until she decided to break the mold. From early poetry scribbled in a black diary, to piano lessons she begged her mom for, Nikitaa opens up about leaving home for Los

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37:51

BiB: Doobie - Real Talk on Addiction, Recovery &...

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2025/12/03

On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Doobie, an artist whose raw blend of rock and hip hop—and brutally honest storytelling—has built a dedicated fanbase. Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, Doobie shares how a childhood filled with his mom's eclectic music—from Metallica to Tupac—sparked his love for genre-bending sounds. He opens up about writing poetry as a kid, turning those words into rap verses, and eventually teaching himself beat-making and engineering in high

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25:48

BiB: Cecilia Castleman: Riffs, Truth Bombs, & Making...

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2025/12/02

What does it really mean to grow up in a household where songwriting isn't just a passion—it's the family business? On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with rising Nashville artist Cecilia Castleman for a raw, insightful look into her journey from Franklin, Tennessee's cow fields to the brink of her debut album release. From picking up a guitar at age six (instead of a twenty-dollar bill for the mall) to landing a publishing deal at eighteen, Cecilia Castleman and

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39:47

BiB: Calvin (The Happy Fits) – Going Viral Overnight:...

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2025/11/30

On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Calvin Langman of The Happy Fits for a candid, electric conversation about growth, vulnerability, and the wild ride from local family jams to viral indie stardom. Calvin—who grew up on a DIY farm in West Jersey surrounded by musical siblings—shares how he went from goofing off with parody songs inspired by Weird Al to writing the band's breakout EP during high school. What started as a passion project quickly skyrocketed as their

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28:51

BiB: Alexandra Savior - How Bipolar Disorder Shaped...

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2025/11/21

What happens when everything you thought your music career would be takes a sharp left turn—not once, but over and over again? On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with the wildly talented Alexandra Savior for an honest, vulnerable conversation about reinvention, resilience, and staying true to her creative self through the ups and downs of the music industry. Alexandra opens up about her journey from rainy Vancouver, Washington to New York Fashion Week as a

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42:49

BiB: M.A.G.S. - How a Family Band & Church Basement...

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2025/11/20

Welcome back to Bringin' It Backwards, the podcast where legendary and rising artists share their stories before the stardom. In this episode, Adam Lisicky sits down with Elliot—better known as M.A.G.S.—to talk about reinvention, collaboration, and finding new creative life in familiar songs. A couple years after his album Destroyer made waves, M.A.G.S. returns to discuss his latest project, Creator—a reimagined record featuring ambient, genre-crossing versions of the original tracks. For the first

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22:08

BiB: Wesko – From Blue Collar to Breakout Star: The...

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2025/11/17

On this episode of "Bringin' It Backwards," Adam Lisicky sits down with Wesko, a country artist whose music journey is anything but typical. Growing up in a tiny town in eastern North Carolina with no musical lineage, Wesko didn't even pick up a guitar until he was 19—and that was just to find some therapy during a stressful period in his life. What started as late-night YouTube tutorials in his parents' backyard quickly turned into songwriting sessions, local gigs, and, eventually, viral TikTok

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30:39

BiB: Simone Simons - From High School Dropout to...

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2025/11/12

Ever wondered what it's like to risk it all for your dream before you even finish high school? On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Simone Simons, powerhouse vocalist of the symphonic metal band Epica. Simone opens up about her humble beginnings in the Netherlands—where mandatory flute lessons unexpectedly led her to discover her own passion for singing. She shares how a twist of fate (and a "long-haired" crush) pulled her into the world of metal, and how, at just

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47:40

BiB: Isabella Kensington - How TikTok Turned Her...

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2025/11/11

What happens when you trade a neuroscience degree at UCLA for the unpredictable world of music? On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with singer-songwriter Isabella Kensington—a rising artist whose million-plus TikTok following and viral covers are just the beginning of her story. Raised in London by American parents, Isabella shares how performing with Paul McCartney as a teen, choosing art over a "sensible path," and weathering breakups and self-doubt shaped her bold

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35:10

BiB: Madelline - How Flute, TikTok, and Dual...

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2025/11/08

Ready for a dose of true backstage energy? In this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam Lisicky welcomes rising pop powerhouse Madelline for a conversation packed with personal grit, creative breakthroughs, and the real story behind her genre-blending journey. From growing up in Connecticut surrounded by music and art, to boldly moving to Montreal to kickstart her songwriting career, Madelline opens up about how she carved her own path. She shares the highs and lows of learning instruments—from

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28:53

BiB: Ella Rosa – Anxious Attachment Style: The EP...

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2025/11/06

Ever wondered what it's like to go from a tiny hamlet in England to the heart of Manhattan—and then channel all those big feelings into powerful, honest music? On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Ella Rosa, an artist whose journey might just inspire you to rethink what's possible. Ella opens up about her move from Reading, England to New York City at age eleven, tackling the culture shock and homesickness that shaped so much of her early songwriting. She shares how

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41:54

BiB: Blondestandard - "From Hodgkin's Lymphoma...

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2025/11/04

On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, host Adam Lisicky reconnects with Caroline Grace Vein (Blondestandard) for an honest, inspiring conversation about resilience, creativity, and the journey of an artist. Nearly three years after her breakthrough debut "Blue Eyes," Caroline opens up about navigating health challenges—including a diagnosis of Hodgkin's lymphoma just after graduating college—and how they shaped her music and perspective. She shares how those experiences led to a deeper, more

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58:52

BiB: Waylon Reavis: From Mushroomhead to A Killer's...

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2025/10/31

Welcome back to Bringin' It Backwards, the podcast where we dig deep into the journeys that turned aspiring artists into legends—and where you get the inside story, straight from the source. On this episode, host Adam Lisicky sits down with Waylon Reavis of A Killer's Confession, a voice you might recognize from his iconic run fronting Mushroomhead. Waylon opens up about growing up in rural North Carolina, where the dream of becoming a musician seemed out of reach—until a jam session with friends at

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38:58

BiB: Hannah Fairlight - From CBGB's Auditions to...

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2025/10/30

If you've ever wondered what happens when an artist goes all-in—risking comfort for creativity, clarity for chaos, and ultimately, artistic evolution—this episode of Bringin' It Backwards is for you. Adam Lisicky sits down for a long-awaited catch-up with Hannah Fairlight, the singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and actor whose journey takes us from her small-town roots to international adventures, reality TV twists, and standing ovations at iconic venues like CBGB's. Three years since her

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38:36

BiB: Zahna – From Kidney Failure to Korn's Label: The...

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2025/10/27

On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam sits down with Zahna—a resilient rock artist whose journey is anything but typical. Born in Monterrey, Mexico, Zahna moved with her family to Ohio before spending a pivotal year in Mexico to reconnect with her roots. After settling in Texas, music quickly became her passion, from musical theater to high school battle of the bands. But Zahna's story goes much deeper than band stages and studio sessions. She opens up about facing—and overcoming—a serious

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