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London woman quits £300 a week after work drinking habit and saves £5,000 in just months plus loses a stone in weight
A young woman who's quit drinking alcohol after regularly going out for post-work drinks on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays plus weekends took a toll on her mental health as well as her bank balance is finding that she's sleeping much better. Kassie Barker-Jones, 28, was easily spending between £200 to £300 a week on drink when living in London, having on average two bottles of wine and several shots on a night out.
Honey Cellar Captures a Collage of Human Experiences on Sophomore Album Borders
Moving seamlessly from topics like unfulfilled love, family, grief and the wider scope of our roles on Earth, Honey Cellar’s Borders is a thoughtful representation of what it means to be human. Gliding seamlessly between evocative subject matters and weaving them together with artful ease, the group explains that the album was born out of a culmination of events which affected the group in the last few years. “We’ve faced heartbreak, death, illness, job changes and financial insecurity.
Zak Kuhn and Guest Co-Host Interview Legendary Rocker Billy F. Gibbons
In this special episode of the Zak Kuhn Show, everybody wanted to jump in to talk to this week’s guest: rock ’n’ roll hero Billy F. Gibbons. This episode also marks the first time Kuhn has been joined by a co-host, his friend and major Gibbons fan, Zac DelVecchio. Throughout the episode, Gibbons nonchalantly chats about his career as guitarist for the Moving Sidewalks and frontman of ZZ Top.
BRELAND: Pioneer of the 'Cross Country' Genre
Country star BRELAND talks about his newest hit with Keith Urban, “Throw It Back,” on Michael Franti’s Stay Human podcast. The pair also chat about the “cross country” genre, BRELAND’s musical influences growing up, and more. Growing up around gospel music almost exclusively, BRELAND didn’t gain his true “musical exploration” until he went to high school. There he was exposed to what his peers were listening to.
Mary Gauthier Preaches the Power of Songwriting on ‘Basic Folk’
Mary Gauthier isn’t just a songwriter, she’s an artist with a mission. With a book about her story (Saved By A Song), her work with the non-profit SongwritingWith:Soldiers, 30 years of sobriety under her belt, and much more, Gauthier has a plethora of wisdom to share. On the latest episode of Basic Folk, Gauthier and host Cindy Howes dig into the topics of life, love, teaching, upbringing, and how it all connects to the creative realm.
Broadway Veteran Bruce Pomahac Joins ‘Zak Kuhn Show’
Zak Kuhn calls all theater lovers for another Rodgers & Hammerstein-centered episode. This time, the Zak Kuhn Showis joined by Bruce Pomahac, former musical director for the legendary Broadway company, now a musical consultant for Concord Theatrical. The two talk about the 75th anniversary of the iconic show Annie Get Your Gun and all its different adaptations. They also discuss how to stay true to an original show while keeping in mind political correctness, Irving Berlin, and much more.
Aloe Blacc Shares Realities of Fatherhood on ‘All Love Everything’
From the global hit “I Need A Dollar” to the genre-bending EDM classic “Wake Me Up,” Aloe Blacc has never been one to shy away from breaking norms and pushing musical boundaries. In his conversation with Michael Franti on the Stay Humanpodcast, Blacc shares what influenced him, his take on artistry, and the importance of his latest album All Love Everything. Growing up in southern California, there wasn’t much musical diversity in his suburban streets.
Carter Faith: The Future of Nashville
Named “the future of the next 10 years of Nashville,” by Apple Music host Ward Guenther, Carter Faith embodies the new wave of artists on the block. A full-time student and a full-time artist, Faith explains on The Zak Kuhn Show how she’s able to do it all and do it well. Growing up in a non-musical family, Faith shares that she never thought pursuing a career in music was actually viable, but writing, singing, and guitar have always been things she’s loved to do.
Alisa Amador Articulates the Magic of Music on ‘Basic Folk’
Latinx folk singer, Alisa Amador, is a total believer in the magic of music. In her career, she’s explored the beauty of bilingual songwriting, used writing as a way to steward connection, and continues to do it all on her upcoming EP Narratives.
From Construction Worker to Platinum-Selling Artist, Niko Moon Shares All
Emerging country artist Niko Moon joins Michael Franti’sStay Human podcast to chat about Moon’s early musical roots growing up in Atlanta, meeting his wife, releasing his first EP Good Time,and much more. Finding a fascination for music at an early age, Moon explains that it was his father— who was a drummer— who initially got him hooked. “Just watching him play drums as a kid, I thought it was magic. I couldn’t figure out how all this was happening at the same time.
Speech of Hip-Hop Group Arrested Development Delves Into “Tennessee” on ‘Stay Human’
Speech, the frontman for hip-hop group Arrested Development joins Michael Franti’s Stay Human podcast for a candid conversation about business versus creativity in the industry. The duo also chats about how Speech’s song “Tennessee” came about, striving for “black excellence,” and more. Praised for their unique Afrocentric sound, Arrested Development first exploded on the scene with “Tennessee,” a vulnerable track written by Speech.
Tenille Townes Talks New Single, Touring & More on 'The Zak Kuhn Show'
Rising country artist Tenille Townes joins The Zak Kuhn Show to talk about her new single, one-year album anniversary, singing with Shania Twain, and more. As an artist, Townes’ discography is minimal, but her reputation has rocketed skywards in recent months. As to how she got her start, the Canadian artist’s story sounds a lot like fate. In the podcast, Townes tells the story about attending a Shania Twain concert in Edmonton to describe how she caught the performance bug.
Award-Winning Music Documentarian Dave Hoekstra Joins ‘Prine Time’
Veteran columnist-critic for the Chicago Sun-Times, author, and music-documentarian Dave Hoekstra chats with podcast hosts Michael Dinallo and Billy Prine on Prine Time. The trio discuss a variety of topics like fishing trips with John Prine, Hoekstra’s documentaries, and the death of print media in a digital world.
HARDY Talks Confidence and New Puddle of Mudd Cover on the 'Pitch List' Podcast
Country artist and songwriter HARDY joins the Pitch List podcast to talk about confidence, how he got his big break, his new cover song “Blurry” and more. Starting off as solely a songwriter, HARDY explains that it wasn’t until he received a surprise phone call from his “favorite producer ever” Joey Moi, that he seriously considered becoming an artist. “He was like, ‘Hey, this is Joey Moi and I don’t know what your plans are on being an artist, but I’ve heard your demos, and I’ve heard your songs.
Jaren Johnston of the Cadillac Three Talks Songwriting, Street Brawling and Everything In- Between on the ‘Pitch List’ Podcast
Nashville native Jaren Johnston of the band the Cadillac Three joins the Pitch List podcast for a conversation which ranges from wild touring stories, softball games with Jack White and Kings of Leon and how he manages to juggle all his different roles. Throughout Johnston’s career, as a songwriter, producer and bandmate, he’s had one common thread through it all: doing something different.
Matthew Ramsey of Old Dominion Talks Hit Song “One Man Band” and the Power of Music on Michael Franti’s ‘Stay Human’ Podcast
Matthew Ramsey, frontman of country group Old Dominion, joins Michael Franti’s Stay Human podcast for an in-depth discussion on his background as an artist, Old Dominion’s music and the responsibility artists with a platform have to speak up about tough subjects. Born in the smalltown of Buchanan, Virginia, Ramsey explains that his love of art was always apparent to him and his family, especially in his formative years during school.
David Wax of the “Mexo-Americana” Band David Wax Museum Joins the ‘Basic Folk Podcast’
Critically-acclaimed “Mexo-Americana” singer-songwriter David Wax joins Cindy Howes’ Basic Folk podcast as one half of the group David Wax Museum, which he does alongside his wife Suz Slezak. The two chat about the unexpected beauty of life during lockdown, Wax’s affinity for Mexican folk music and his time in the academic realm at Harvard as well as their upcoming album Euphoric Ouroboric, which drops April 16.
Taylor Rice of Local Natives Joins Basic Folk To Talk Feminism, Songwriting and New EP
Founding member, guitarist and co-frontman of Local Natives, Taylor Rice, joins Cindy Howes’ Basic Folk podcast for a conversation on the band’s history, their collaborative spirit, feminism and their newest EP Sour Lemon. Growing up in Orange County, California Local Natives is known for spearheading the SoCal sound. Rice and his bandmates met at a very young age and ended up moving in together into a house called “Gorilla Manor,” which is also the title of their debut album.
Daily Discovery: Sub-Radio Experiments with ‘90s Nostalgia on “Out of My Mind”
With a blend of Walk The Moon’s alt-rock bliss and The 1975’s synth-heavy groove comes Sub-Radio’s indie-pop anthem “Out of My Mind.” The track engulfs its listeners in an array of conflicting emotions. On the surface, the song serves as a fast-paced, nostalgia-inducing, play-it-in-the-car-with-the-windows-down type of summer beat. Yet underneath, lyrically, the song details the pain of losing someone and being conscious of that lost as it happens in real time.
Laura Bell Bundy Talks Women’s Rights, Spirituality and Motherhood on “All Heart with Paul Cardall” « American Songwriter
Tony-nominated actress, singer and women’s rights activist Laura Bell Bundy joins Paul Cardall’s “All Heart” podcast to chat all things Bundy and women-related including her own personal career path, being a new mother and the long history of women’s oppression. Getting her start on the soap opera “Guiding Light” Bundy explains how she eventually dropped out of NYU to pursue a career as an actress and singer seriously. “I had done theater some film as a young kid before I graduated high school.
Jody Williams Shares Pitching Advice, Industry Stories and More on The Zak Kuhn Show « American Songwriter
On the newest episode of The Zak Kuhn Show, listeners are afforded a glimpse into Nashville native Jody Williams’ start in the industry, his life, his stories and everything in between. From being a BMI mailroom guy in the 70s to founder of his own publishing company as of last year, Williams has had a long and fruitful career and many amazing memories to show for it.
Daily Discovery: “bored&blind” is ella jane’s Indie-Pop Banger on Adolescent Infatuation « American Songwriter
Singing to her purple hairbrush in her freshman dorm room, ella jane captures that coming-of-age feeling once again with her newest track, “bored&blind.” Despite being such a newcomer in the music scene, jane has already racked up millions of streams and continues to pave her own way through authentic, catchy and relatable tracks. “bored&blind,” jane admits, reflects her adolescent wallowing when it came to infatuation and unbalanced relationships.
Emmy Award-Winning Songwriter Maggie Rose Joins Michael Franti’s ‘Stay Human’ Podcast
Emmy award-winning songwriter and Nashville-based artist, Maggie Rose joins Michael Franti on his Stay Human podcast for a discussion on the pandemic, songwriting, creative processes, growing up in the church and more. Despite growing up in a non-musical family, Rose has always felt a pull towards performing. As a child, she would perform “whatever Disney song” she had just learned for guests at her home.
Manager of Kane Brown and Industry Power Player, Martha Earls, Talks Business on Latest Episode of the Zak Kuhn Show
Martha Earls, currently the manager for country superstar Kane Brown, joins Zak Kuhn for a fascinating discussion on the ever-changing formula for an artist today, her diverse jobs in the industry and working with Brown.
Peter Frampton, John Rich Join Phil Vassar’s 'Songs From the Cellar' " American Songwriter
On the latest episode of Phil Vassar’s Songs From the Cellar, Vassar is joined by two legends in their own right: John Rich and Peter Frampton. Rich shares how his focus has been on the fans since releasing music off of his label Big & Rich Records while Frampton gets into how his career looks today, his young start and advice he has for other aspiring musicians. Interwoven throughout the episode are two musical breaks.
Wesley Schultz of The Lumineers on Debut Solo Album ‘Vignettes’ and More on Basic Folk « American Songwriter
Wesley Schultz, lead vocalist for the folk rock band The Lumineers, joins host Cindy Howes on Basic Folk to discuss everything from golfing to his debut solo album Vignettes. Getting some background on Schultz, Howes asks about how growing up in the small town of Ramsey, New Jersey helped shape him as a person and artist. Schultz lightheartedly explains that it gave him the false sense of confidence he needed to pursue music.
Check Out the Second Part of Roger Waters’ Conversation on Prine Time « American Songwriter
On the second installment of Prine Time’s conversation with Pink Floyd’s co-founder Roger Waters, they talk about political divisiveness, his relationship with John Prine, the beauty of humanity and more. As host Billy Prine puts it, Waters is simply a “spirited individual” and with such a diverse array of experiences accrued throughout his life, it would be hard not to be.
Selema Masekela Shares His Philosophy on Relentless Curiosity on Michael Franti’s Stay Human Podcast « American Songwriter
Selema Masekela, the Emmy-nominated producer, journalist and face of ESPN’s X-Games, joins the Stay Human Podcast with Michael Franti for a conversation about the importance of staying curious, what it means to embrace his South African roots, his father, surfing and more. For many, a name is just that: a name. But to Masekela, a name is a representative force which can encapsulate the history of a culture. It’s a way to uphold where you are from and be proud of it.
Watch as Logan Ghiorzi Teams Up With Live2 on “Let’s Get Lost” « American Songwriter
If Logan Ghiorzi’s music were a meal, the recipe would call for a generous helping of coming-of-age, a dash of FOMO, a sprinkle of summertime movie montage and a healthy dose of earworm potential. His most popular song, “Let’s Get Lost” embodies all of that and more. As an artist, Ghiorzi possesses both authenticity and passion, two things which landed him an opportunity with Live2, a TikTok-based brand dedicated to the talented underdogs of the music industry.
Miss Grit Can’t Get No Satisfaction on “Grow Up To” « American Songwriter
The somewhat oxymoronic nature of the name “Miss Grit” is apt considering the music of 23-year-old Margaret Sohn. The singer, songwriter and instrumentalist packs a captivating punch of grittiness intertwined with the delicate airiness of a voice fit for a Miss. In her upcoming EP Impostor, which explores the struggles of impostor syndrome, Sohn proves herself on both the songwriting and production sides of the record.
17-Year-Old Jordi Displays Promise and Confidence on Debut Single “Escape Route” « American Songwriter
“Escape Route” is 17-year-old Jordan Radnoti’s one-woman band debut single as Jordi—and it is a glorious culmination of angst wrapped up in a rock ‘n’ roll, punk-infused, bass-heavy bow. Although Radnoti is just shy of graduating high school, her music is anything but juvenile.
The Other Nashville Society Becomes an Official Apple Music Playlist Curator « American Songwriter
The Other Nashville Society (TONS), an organization dedicated to connecting the ever-growing community of musicians outside of the country music scene, has teamed up with Apple Music as official playlist curators to highlight the talented artists on the fringes of Music City. Today, TONS celebrates the launch of their first three playlists including New Releases, Pop and Artist Takeover.
Ani DiFranco Talks Newest Album, Activism in Songwriting and Her Diverse Discography on Songcraft « American Songwriter
On this episode of Songcraft, hosts Scott B. Bomar and Paul Duncan chat with nine-time Grammy nominee Ani DiFranco to talk about her social activism efforts, her diverse discography and her newest unreleased album, Revolutionary Love. DiFranco, who has been honing her craft for decades, speaks on the fact that her songwriting naturally weaves with her advocacy-driven mind. “Activism and art for me come from the same place: the need to be whole.
Warner Chappell’s CEO Ben Vaughn Shares Career Advice, Signing Thomas Rhett and More on The Zak Kuhn Show
Ben Vaughn, CEO of Warner Chappell Music joins Zak Kuhn for a special podcast episode about his career, his time working with major artists and advice he has for aspiring songwriters and fellow peers in the publishing world. In their conversation, Kuhn takes things back to the beginning – back to when Vaughn was barely trying to get his foot in the door of the music industry at the sprightly age of 18.
Aaron Frazer’s Debut Album ‘Introducing…’ is Americana Through a Nostalgic Soul-Influenced Lens « American Songwriter
Despite having a background in soul music playing drummer and singing for Durand Jones & the Indications, Aaron Frazer surprisingly describes his newest album Introducing… as Americana.
Rose Cousins Joins Cindy Howes on Basic Folk Podcast For Their 100th Episode « American Songwriter
Celebrating the 100th episode of Basic Folk, host Cindy Howes invites special guest and dear friend Rose Cousins to the podcast. The two talk about family, kinesiology, the world of artistry from photography to poetry and Cousins’ latest album. Growing up on Prince Edward Island, and on a potato farm specifically, Cousins was in desperate need of an escape from the chores which plagued her as a teenager, and music ended up being that perfect outlet to channel her emotional needs.
2nd Place Winner of 35th Song Contest: "Still Life" by Ryan Dilmore «
Although this song has been ruminating in the back of Ryan Dilmore’s mind for years, it was not until last year that the trajectory of “Still Life” was solidified. It began as just a half-song — a seed, as Dilmore likes to think of it — about his experience as an evolving human. But as societal polarization worsened, Dilmore quickly found what the rest of the song was meant for.
Nakia Delivers a Powerful Message of Hope on “It’s Never Too Late” « American Songwriter
From writing music for a musical, collaborating with an 8-year-old on a song and chatting with Matthew McConaughey, to working with his organization Austin Texas Musicians and brainstorming with politicians on change for the music community, Nakia truly is a very busy guy. His year, to sum up, has been an absolute whirlwind, but his newest song “It’s Never Too Late” is like a breath of fresh air.
Johnny Ironsights Found Inspiration In a Deadly and Marijuana-Infested County on “Murder Mountain”
Humboldt County, known as an epicenter of cannabis farming and one of the most dangerous places to live in California, also served as inspiration for Johnny Ironsights’ newest song “Murder Mountain.” Despite the beauty which surrounds Humboldt County because of its location in the Redwood Forest, Ironsights describes the dark undercurrents of the area which led him to writing this song.
Piano Virtuoso Reuel Announces Holiday Shows “First Snow” and “Keys on Fire”
This holiday season, international crossover and piano virtuoso Reuel is gracing fans and casual viewers alike with two meticulously planned holiday shows airing on YouTube and Facebook on December 24 and December 31. Despite being virtual shows, they will be much more high tech than any commonplace Instagram livestream.
Check out the Second Part of Fiona Whelan Prine’s Conversation on Prine Time « American Songwriter
In the second installment of Fiona Whelan Prine’s interview with Billy Prine on Prine Time, the two friends talk politics, COVID-19, Whelan’s work with Thistle Farms and “Oh Boy Records” as well as sharing some special memories about John Prine. Despite the tragic news earlier this year of John’s passing, Fiona, his wife, has poured her energy into giving back by nurturing the community of women in Nashville who are struggling to find their footing in any way through the efforts of Thistle Farms.
Mak Grgić Shares Lessons He’s Learned as a Renowned Classical Guitarist on All Heart with Paul Cardall « American Songwriter
The talented and world-renown Slovenian classical guitarist, Mak Grgić, joins Paul Cardall on All Heart to chat about their musical upbringings, their view on perfectionism in the classical music realm and Grgić’s dabblings in contemporary instrumental music during the pandemic. Despite growing up in very different parts of the world, Cardall and Grgić draw similarities throughout the podcast on their careers with classical music.
Sad Clown Makeup, Tutus and Cowboy Hats: Lo Talker’s Newest Music Video is Here « American Songwriter
The Athens, Georgia-based folk-rock group Lo Talker triumphantly returns with a second single titled “Automatic Love,” the first release from their upcoming debut album Comedy Of Errors. Packaged alongside the release of their newest track comes an off putting yet fitting music video to couple the themes detailed in the lyrical aspect of the record.
Paul Cardall Chats with Longtime Mentor Kurt Bestor on “All Heart” « American Songwriter
Kurt Bestor, the Grammy-nominated Emmy award-winning composer, joined Paul Cardall on his podcast “All Heart” to discuss his annual Christmas concert, his career up to now and his newest Christmas album. Bestor and Cardall have a unique relationship in that they both grew up in Salt Lake City playing piano, and while Bestor was creating a name for himself locally Cardall viewed Bestor as a sort of musical mentor to him.
The People Have The Power Podcast Remembers Toots Hibbert With a Special Birthday Interview
ASPN’s “People Have the Power” podcast celebrates the life and memory of reggae legend Toots Hibbert today on what would have been his 78th birthday with the release of an interview conducted in August promoting his newest album, Got To Be Tough. Though a tragic day for music fans all over the world, this interview is a reminder of the light and depth that Hibbert brought to the music industry.
Ty Herndon Joins Paul Cardall on All Heart to Discuss Mental Health in the Industry
Ty Herndon, the Grammy-nominated Dove award-winning chart-topping country artist, joined Paul Cardall on his podcast All Heart with Paul Cardall to discuss the mental and emotional toll of life as an artist. The ethos of All Heart is to celebrate the people who have contributed more to the music industry than just music, and Herndon was the perfect fit.
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