17 year old Ava Valianti performs on the 95.9 WATD Tiny Stage to promote her new music and upcoming releases. Learn more at https://avavaliantimusic.com.

Ryan Hurd sits down with Bobby to talk about life as both an artist and one of Nashville’s most successful songwriters. He shares the stories behind writing songs for Morgan Wallen, Lady A, Jordan Davis and more, including how “Heartless” became one of the biggest songs of his career. Ryan also opens up about why songwriting feels more like a calling than a job, the reality of making a living through streaming and touring, and what it takes to keep chasing songs that stand out

(Recorded 10/2/26) E340: "Because 69" (36m)Buckle up, because this week’s episode is pure, unadulterated chaos. Chris and Matt are unpacking the wild Christa Pike drama, Kid Rock suddenly finding Jesus (well, at least halfway) alongside Eminem, and a 69-car pileup that happened for the most immature reason possible—because of course it did. Plus, want your music on the show without waiting in line? We break down how you can grab a Fast Pass on Ko-fi. Every single dime goes right back into

Michaela Anne grew up in a military family that moved a lot: Washington, Michigan, California, Virginia, and Italy. She and her family are currently in the middle of a huge, long move. It seems like there are always SO MANY THINGS going on with Michaela in her family and career.One of the constants growing up was listening to music and learning to play. In the mid-2000s, she studied at the New School in New York City, where she met her future husband, musical partner and co-host of their show The

In episode 8, host Paul Richards talks to Nina Persson, frontwoman of The Cardigans, about the band's breakthrough with First Band on the Moon. They discuss songs like "Lovefool," the strange experience of navigating sudden fame, and her childhood and early years at art school. They also talk about the band's evolution from their early, melodic pop sound to the darker Gran Turismo and the more reflective, Americana-tinged Long Gone Before Daylight, whether there might be another Cardigans album,

James unveils the first wave of bands for his “absolutely not a metal festival” with headliners Blood Incantation and Neurosis playing alongside Møl, Holy Fawn, Conjurer, Slift, Messa, Employed To Serve and The Ocean… But before the boys get to the ATG ‘27 deathfest, they both have site visits to discuss, more new bands to fall in love with and yes, of course, tennis on the agenda. Your pod merch: www.nomad-stores.com/collections/2-promoters-1-pod We go again, every Thursday morning.

A native of France, Ben Lecourt spent his childhood studying percussion with George Van Gucht of the Percussion Of Strasbourg while at conservatory in the south of France. During this time, Ben simultaneously began his discovery of bebop through private studies with various drum teachers. Spending a decade based in Paris, Ben honed his playing nightly in jazz clubs and festivals such as Montreux Jazz.He moved to LA late 2011 where he studied music production at UCLA Extension, and dove into the

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I sit down with James Woods for a conversation centered on a part of his creative life that may surprise people who primarily know him as an actor: songwriting.James talks about the remarkable burst of creativity that has produced more than 75 songs and a series of concept albums created alongside Shooter Jennings and Bob Wayne. We dig into his upcoming album, The Killer’s Wife, the single “The Hearts of Men,” and the real-life experience that became

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I sit down with South Carolina country artist Kile Antone for a conversation about music, songwriting, faith, identity, and finding your way back to something you thought you had left behind.Kile’s path to country music has been anything but conventional. He began playing guitar as a teenager, but life eventually took him into law enforcement, ministry, and work as a paramedic. For nearly 30 years, he rarely performed country music in public. Then, a

Hard to believe the year is already two-thirds done. 2026 has been a great year for rap, and don’t let any crusty-ass hater tell you otherwise. Case in point: we’re talking about four new albums that are all dope in different ways.In this episode, the bros break down Homeboy Sandman and Jack Splash’s Resonance Frequency, Your Old Droog’s Bread and Butter, Tierra Whack’s WHACK’S MUSEUM, and Open Mike Eagle and Kenny Segal’s masterwork, DOOMED! Rap music is alive and well. Tune in and

Josh, Jake and Danny discuss the band's return following nearly two years of silence, the internet rumors that Greta Van Fleet had broken up, their intimate Bowery Ballroom underplay show, the upcoming album Palace for the People, and the creative reset that inspired an entirely new era for the band.The conversation explores growing up in Frankenmuth, Michigan, the influence of their parents' vinyl collection, the story behind their first gigs at Jan's Bar, their meteoric rise to fame, winning a

Bass virtuoso, DJ, and producer Blu DeTiger joins Dr. Clara Latham, music scholar at The New School, for a conversation about groove, gender, and the work behind making music look effortless. Taking Blu’s “SHOCK!” as a starting point, we explore her fluency in disco and funk, the coordination involved in DJing while playing bass, and the blurry line between music as work and music as play. Along the way, we consider why labor-saving technologies sometimes create more work, what makes a turntable

The Soul Cafe (Story Time Continues Vol 5)Catch Chris Clay Mon - Fri 2p-6pm EST On www.soulcaferadio.com Produced By Heather Whitley and C.Clay Season 10 Hour 1 Show Opening Petawane-When We Are Alone Babyface and Anita Baker - Like you use to do Jhené Aiko - Nothing Nice to Say Ella Mai - Little Things Tyrese - Impossible The Double Down Miki Howard Miki Howard - Love Under New Management Miki Howard - Crazy Maya Sterling - Thinking About my Ex Aaron Hall - I Miss You Aston Grey Project -

Send us Fan MailHouston rapper Bigg Third sits down with the Underground Dialogue Podcast for an in-depth conversation about his journey in the Houston rap scene, what it takes to reach the next level, and what he believes H-Town hip-hop needs to continue growing.Bigg Third also opens up about being at the hospital with Houston legend Big Pokey, sharing his personal perspective on that moment and reflecting on Pokey’s impact and legacy within Houston hip-hop.In this interview, Bigg Third talks

On this episode I'm joined by vocalist Josh Baker and guitarist Bradley Maddaford of Sunbleached. We discuss their newly released debut album 'Stop Destroying The Things You Love', the story behind its title and artwork, how the band came to be, developing and evolving their sound, recording with producer Fletcher Matthews, and loads more. A new episode will be released every Thursday. ------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST 👉 Subscribe / Follow 👉 Leave a rating/review 👉 Sign

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What would have happened if Paul Rodgers never got his big break? What type of work would he be doing if he wasn't famous for playing with the rock group Bad Company? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would be working on the family cattle ranch or working at the mall. They may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you get your podcasts.

Lily Seabird from Burlington, Vermont. Lily and Dylan discuss turning it up a notch, daily life, self worth, the need for a piano, David Bowie’s eras, acting both your age and your shoe size, feedback loops of turmoil, her average song length being 6 minutes, psychedelic sorrow, the strangeness of idolizing songwriters, and “being crazy.”+ Lily gives a letter of recommendation. *Editor's note: Dylan accidentally previewed Lily's single "Demon in Me" in the intro; it's a single released

Vital Versatility is home to major clients Megan Thee Stallion, Druski, Fat Joe, and companies like Roc Nation and CMG Records. Didier Morais says he had to take a major step back before finding success. He opens up about living in a friend's attic for six months and why believing in himself made the sacrifice worth it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miles Nielsen & The Rusted Hearts return to the show to play new singles and we'll catch up with the band.