Roots Rednecks and Radicals

Comedian Trae Crowder

A conversation I had with comedian Trae Crowder the "Liberal Redneck." We talked about politics, religion, and music. All the stuff your mom told you not to talk about in mixed company. I hope ya dig it!

Infamous Stringdusters

The Infamous Stringdusters are a GRAMMY Award winning American bluegrass band who just released their ninth studio album. During our conversation we talked about the state of current events in the world and the influence music can have on how people engage with their political surroundings. The band has made a formal decision to publish music that has a positive influence on the world. I spoke with Andy Hall about their most recent release and the band in general. Enjoy!

Dom Flemons

A re-broadcast the interview I did with Dom from back in January of 2020. 

Dead Winter Carpenters

An interview I did with lead singer Jesse Dunn of the Dead Winter Carpenters about the release of their new EP "Sinners 'n' Freaks." Dead Winter Carpenters are a band from North Lake Tahoe, and they have made a name for themselves as an outstanding live act. Their most recent release showcases their talent as performers and songwriters. Enjoy!

Sally Jaye and Brian Wright of Cafe Rooster Records

An interview I did about the new album by Brian Wright and the SneakUps as well as the label in general. We discussed their bands, the new Patreon, and how the COVID shutdown has effected things in the music industry. 

Lindsay Lou

Lindsay Lou has been making soulful, poignant music for the last decade.  Lou’s gifts as a singer, songwriter, musician and performer demand the listener’s attention. Her singing floats over the masterful playing and deep groove of her band with both a fierce intensity and a tender intimacy.

Della Mae

My interview with Celia from the band Della Mae. We talked about their music, touring the Middle East with a program for the State Department, and the social inspiration behind their most recent record. 

National Cowboy Poetry Gathering 2020

Leftover Salmon

The band Leftover Salmon has been a stalwart in the “jam band” scene since the early 1990s. Formed in Colorado, the group has released as many as 13 albums and toured extensively all over the world. There influences are myriad. Their playing ability and inventiveness in live performance have made them a celebrated music festival act. I had a chance to chat with Drew Emmitt about their most recent record “Show Me Something Higher” as well as their show coming up at the Crystal Bay Club at Lake Tahoe on Friday March 6 and the Warfield Theater in San Francisco on March 7.

Brandon Vedder (Strange Negotiations Documentary)

David Bazan has been making heartfelt, honest, and genuine music for over twenty years now. I first began following him in the early 2000s when he was playing with the band Pedro the Lion. I was instantly drawn to the deliberate and intriguing guitar playing, his intense and thoughtful lyrics, and an overall vibe that was, and still is, incredibly unique. I was an Evangelical Christian, as was David Bazan. Over the last twenty or so years, my faith journey has paralleled his in many ways. I have followed him and found inspiration in his questions and his unswerving honesty.
Last year Brandon Vedder released a film he had been working on for a number of years called “Strange Negotiations.” Brandon followed Dave around the country on tour and shot video of his fans asking faith-related questions and his responses. I had a chance to chat with Brandon about the film, Dave’s music, and the state of politics and religion in America. It’s a film that deals with these profound and difficult issues with a sense of fairness and openness that is rare.