Bringin' it Backwards

We had the pleasure of interviewing Jesse Boykins III over Zoom video! Alternative R&B artist / songwriter / producer Jesse Boykins III. On August 25th the Jamaican-American talent will announce his new album, New Growth, and unveil another single from the project. "Honestly I'm A Threat" is a hypnotic offering that showcases the best of Boykins. His buttery smooth vocals shine as they cascade effortlessly over the undeniable groove of the song's sultry, minimalist production. The Chicago-born, LA-based artist took a hiatus from music after the release of his acclaimed 2017 album 'Bartholomew' and founded a "Creative Sanctuary Agency" named New Growth Creative Activities. This endeavor serves as an incubator for his vast artistic pursuits: including creative directing Masego's self-titled album and crafting a "A Love Letter To Black Women'' with actor Keith Powers for BUMBLE. In addition, Boykins has collaborated with artists including Charlie Puth, Calvin Harris, Kilo Kish, and notably earned a GRAMMY nomination for co-writing Steve Lacy's single "Playground". Jesse reemerged in 2023 with a surprise new single "No Love Without You". Although the track first premiered during a COLORS session in October 2021, the song officially released in May 2023. With subsequent releases "Kind And Nasty" and "No Pussy For Losers". Jesse Boykins III's new album New Growth is out now! We want to hear from you! Please email [email protected] www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #JesseBoykinsIII #NewMusic #Zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing Tyler Halverson over Zoom video! Born and raised in the tiny town of Canton, SD (pop. 3054), Tyler Halverson isn't just any cowboy. He's got the hat and the boots, but he also plays a mean guitar and writes an even meaner tune. He has no problem bouncing around the country chasing adventure (or a girl), and is telling his different kind of cowboy tale with his self-described "Amerijuana Music," bridging honest storytelling with songcraft inspired by country powerhouses Garth Brooks, George Strait, and Hayes Carll as much as Boyz II Men, Taking Back Sunday, and The Used. Halverson fell in thrall to music at an early age, receiving his first guitar while in middle school. A local bluegrass festival convinced him to focus on music, throwing down at 4H and FFA festivals before heading to Nashville to attend the prestigious Belmont University. Upon graduation, he decided to hit the road and spent an extended run traveling around South Dakota, Montana, and Wyoming, all the while writing and playing his songs on social media. Halverson's original approach caught fire with a string of independent releases including "Beer Garden Baby," "Mac Miller," and "Your Bar Now" (with Kylie Frey), amassing tens of millions of streams. Now, with his Atlantic Records debut single "Her" and more to come, Tyler Halverson is eager to take the next step on what has already proven an amazing journey. "I'm finding myself," says Halverson. "I feel like I'm an artist and I'm finally about to do something." We want to hear from you! Please email [email protected] www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #TylerHalverson #NewMusic #Zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing Broadside over Zoom video! Alternative pop rock band Broadside is excited to share their brand new single, "Bang" featuring Josh Roberts of Magnolia Park. "Bang" – a deceptively upbeat and catchy track about facing your inner demons - is out now via SharpTone Records. Vocalist Oliver Baxxter shares: "'Bang' is a song about feeling like you're living in a haunted body. It's a representation of the lifelong battle with our own mind. Eventually you turn around and embrace that it all comes to an end." In addition to the single, Broadside has also released a brand new music video for "Bang". Watch now https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HiKtX0TsxbY We want to hear from you! Please email [email protected] www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #Broadside #NewMusic #Zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing Jordan Armstrong over Zoom video! Coastal country singer/songwriter Jordan Armstrong has released her latest single, "Convenience Store" via Zodhiac Records. Produced by Henry Brill (Old Sea Brigade, Lissie), the country pop anthem speaks to the relatable pain of past relationships fizzling out due to the inconvenience of distance. Jordan's raw yet polished declaration evokes undeniable emotion with strength, power and grace wrapped up in a pop melody. "I was diagnosed with Epilepsy in April of 2022, and something that comes along with seizures is losing your license for a period of time. Every morning as I walked to work I passed this same convenience store that had just enough beer and could get you what you needed in a pinch. It really stuck with me, this idea of convenience and how it translates to our romantic lives. At the time, I was going through a break up that had a lot to do with distance and timing. When I brought the idea of my convenience store to my co-writer Brianna Nelson, the song came together in just two hours. I am so grateful for her and that we were able to articulate this feeling and bring this song to life." – Jordan Armstrong Blending her musical influences with her one-of-a-kind tone that shines through in her original music, Jordan is a modern day take on the Laurel Canyon, country rock sound that helped shape the 60's and 70's, with a 90's pop/y2k twist. Beyond her years in vocal talent, guitar and range, the South Shore of Massachusetts native turned Nashville transplant has been singing melodies to herself since she discovered the ability to speak. As a recent grad of Berklee College of Music's esteemed Songwriters Program having studied pop music and its innerworkings, her songwriting is authentic and profound. An over-thinker by nature, Jordan's music tends to delve into her journey of self-discovery. Open to the endless combinations of genres, Jordan keeps her writing world free of boundaries while keeping things honest, believing the best music comes from truths. Her distinct sound and unique tone mixed with her introspective writing abilities makes her a star on the rise to keep on your radar. We want to hear from you! Please email [email protected] www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #JordanArmstrong #NewMusic #Zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing J French over Zoom video! Dallas, TX based Oklahoma City born rapper, multi-instrumentalist, and producer J French released the music video for his single "MERCI", off his recently released sixth album All Love that came out on April 14, 2023. This new music video for "MERCI" follows the successful release of stand out single "BREAKFAST" off J French's previous album Good Karma and which has seen placements in videos with major brands, including the UFC, NBA, Footlocker, Dallas Cowboys and most recently Jake Paul's highly anticipated return to YouTube that boasts more than 1.1 Million views to date. Following the success of "BREAKFAST," J French is releasing the music video for "MERCI" with hopes to replicate his previous success, as he gets ready to release more music videos from All Love throughout the year. When asked about his new music video for "MERCI", J French said, "This video is a depiction of my real life and what I was doing when I was coming up with the song, and how one creative idea leads to another. And how art is the evidence of GOD or our highest level of existence. Through Art you can actually learn yourself. Also I'm drawing a picture of an artist 'Jean-Michel Basquiat'." J French is a renowned rapper, multi-instrumentalist, producer, fashion designer, mental health advocate and public speaker from Oklahoma City. The son of four-time Grammy-winning percussionist and vocalist Brother Num, J French received formal percussion training from his father early on. He eventually went on to master the cornet, piano, xylophone, violin, and cello by middle school. French's first rap was written to Devin The Dude's "Don't Wait" at age 12. As he wrote more rhymes and performed them aloud, French quickly discovered that rap was the perfect remedy for his severe speech impediment (a stuttering problem that prevented French from speaking in public between the age of 7 and 10). To date J French has released 6 studio albums including Jaguar Jesus, OBG, OBG 1.5, JAGG, Good Karma and his latest album All Love. Now, with over 50 million streams across streaming platforms, J French has successfully garnered a strong following that spans across the US and UK. J French has worked with Grammy Award-winning producer Jah Born (of Erykah Badu's official band RC & The Gritz), Yella Beezy, and more, and already has some exciting collaborations in the work for his next release. Stay tuned to J French's socials below for updates on future music video releases off All Love, as well as new music and tour dates from this talented artist. We want to hear from you! Please email [email protected] www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #JFrench #NewMusic #Zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing Tyler Reese Tritt over Zoom video! A true entertainer at heart, Tyler Reese Tritt has always imagined herself growing up to sing professionally. She first got that chance in 2012 recording the classic Don henley and patty smyth duet, "sometimes love just ain't enough", with her father, travis tritt at 14-years-old. Since that pivotal moment, tyler has played for thousands of venues and festivals across the country while opening for a variety of acts, such as sheryl crow, travis tritt, and runaway june, and played her own first sold out show at the roasting room in bluffton, south carolina. still residing in her hometown of power springs, ga, tyler spends her free time with her family and friends and taking part in outdoor activities, such as horseback riding, swimming, and more. throughout her journey as an artist, she credits her family for being extremely supportive. with her mom as her biggest fan, her dad as her teacher, and her brothers by her side, she has been able to continue to freely pursue her career. We want to hear from you! Please email [email protected] www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #TylerReeseTritt #NewMusic #Zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing Josh Radnor over Zoom video! Singer-songwriter, actor, writer and director Josh Radnor has shared his new single "Learning," a meditative exploration into embracing one's full range of emotions as a testament to true vulnerability. The new single will appear on Eulogy: Volume I, due out November 17 as the first installment in his double-album solo debut Eulogy: Volume I + II. Radnor spoke with People about "Learning" and his upcoming album, which they hailed as "an instructional booklet of sorts put to the sound of beautiful music." Additionally, today he appeared on LIVE with Kelly and Mark to perform the new single and discuss his music career. "'Learning' is my favorite song that Kyle Cox and I wrote together," shares Radnor. "I think a lot of adults, especially men, have to do a kind of remedial class in the emotions they were once taught were weak and inappropriate to feel, namely loneliness, fear, and sadness. This is a song about reclaiming the right to feel the full range of feelings." "Learning" follows the "devastatingly intimate" (Paste) "NYC" and rebellious lead album single "Red," which Entertainment Weekly praised, noting, "Josh Radnor has taken his heartache and turned it into a milestone in his music career." Produced and engineered by Radnor's Nashville friends Jeremiah Dunlap, Cory Quintard, and Kyle Cox, Eulogy: Volume I exudes the unquestionable sturdiness of timeless, storytelling-driven Americana, boasting anthemic melodies laced with electronic elements and idiosyncratic twists. Many of the songs on the album serve as goodbyes of sorts: a letting go of people, places, emotions, and ideas. Throughout Eulogy: Volume I, Radnor's grounded and intimate songwriting style blends the timeless art of existential questioning with relatable, down-to-earth narratives. Backed by sometimes rowdy, sometimes sparse instrumentation, there's an alluring sense of vulnerability woven throughout the album, each track well-attuned to the emotion that sparked its creation. Songwriting is nothing new to Radnor, who began making music in 2013 with friend and celebrated Aussie artist, Ben Lee. The pair released two albums as Radnor & Lee – a self-titled debut in 2017, followed by sophomore album Golden State in 2020. Then, in 2021, he dropped his debut solo EP, titled One More Then I'll Let You Go, which was praised by American Songwriter for its "clever craftsmanship" and "certain purity." We want to hear from you! Please email [email protected] www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #JoshRadnor #NewMusic #Zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing Caroline Romano over Zoom video! Nashville-based alt-pop sensation Caroline Romano returns with her new single, "girl in a china shop," out on all streaming platforms now. "girl in a china shop" is an emotional rollercoaster of a song. Caroline juxtaposes the song's explosive, untempered chorus with stripped-back, reflective verses. It's a delicate balancing act that only an artist as meticulous as Caroline can pull off. "I often feel like I break everything I touch. I've come to view myself as one major juxtaposition," says Caroline. "One thing I've learned is that as life moves on, things get broken in the process. Whether it's relationships, or my own heart, I've come to realize that it's all too easy to shatter either one by my own hand. At times it's left me feeling uncomfortable in my own skin and with my own footing. 'girl in a china shop is my attempt at acknowledging that, in a way that summarizes the chaotic feeling that is navigating myself and other's emotions." At just 22-years-old, the Nashville-based singer and songwriter has repeatedly demonstrated her ability to create anthems that capture the highs and lows of young adulthood. She memorializes her messy, relatable emotions into buoyant, unflinchingly honest songs. In 2022, Caroline shared her debut album, Oddities and Prodigies, to widespread support from tastemakers like EARMILK and Sweety High. She has continued to come into her own with her more mature and intentional alt-leaning sound which she showcased on her 2023 EP, 'A Brief Epic.' With millions of streams already, and more music on the way, Caroline Romano is an artist whose star will only continue to rise. We want to hear from you! Please email [email protected] www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #CarolineRomano #NewMusic #Zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing Moon Walker over Zoom video! Brooklyn-based alt-rocker Moon Walker shares his long-awaited, experimental, timely third LP Apocalypticism out everywhere now. Alongside the release, the rocker shares "Singing For No One" out now, a personal glam rock ballad inspired by his musical influences like The Beatles and David Bowie. Plus, the official "Monkey See, Monkey Do" video is out now. In support of the new music, Apocalypticism, the piercing third album out now by Moon Walker, is both his most conceptual and most personal yet. Over eight eclectic tracks, Moon Walker imagines an apocalypse and confronts society's troubling inclination towards a hive mind. Much like his earlier work, Moon Walker is unafraid to confront harsh truths and pull back the curtain on the deeply flawed layers of American society. In addition to the new album out now, Moon Walker has inked a publishing deal with Limited Edition Music Publishing/Warner Chappell Music. In a joint statement, Greg Sowders & Marc Wilson, Co-Presidents of Limited Edition Music Publishing, joyfully state, "Moon Walker not only has an incredible rock sound along with catchy songs, he has something to say. Nothing is more important to us than a message. We welcome Moon Walker to the family and can't wait for the world to hear this record." Earlier this month, the rocker shared the fierce "Monkey See, Monkey Do" builds over a foreboding beat with Moon Walker's signature cutting, spirited vocals that instantly command attention. It was the first track written for the project that ultimately set the tone for what was to come. Making the song encouraged the artist to get creative, as Moon Walker explains, "I was staying at my parents house with limited resources so I had to make do with what I had." The synth heard throughout was made without a synth, and with a guitar instead. Moon Walker adds, "I didn't have a shaker or tambourine, so I used a box of sprinkles." After playing the song live across the country all summer, Moon Walker is thrilled the studio version can be heard everywhere now. The new album by Moon Walker follows his electrifying sophomore LP The Attack Of Mirrors, which arrived in October 2022. The project finds the musician elevate his nostalgic, alternative garage rock sound over ten eclectic tracks. Springer expands on the poignant, timely lyrics and the thrashing garage rock sound that made his first offering such a success, while also introducing multiple new elements into the fold. In 2022, the album garnered 25M+ streams across platforms. Formed at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Harry Springer created Moon Walker initially as a way to pass time and make extra money through selling songs to sound libraries. Now, Springer composes, produces and performs under the moniker after Moon Walker's debut album, Truth to Power, turned the heads of several tastemakers and garnered millions of streams on Spotify. Moon Walker's captivating third album Apocalypticism is out everywhere now. The project boldly explores deep rooted flaws engrained in American society from toxic work culture to hive mind and pervasive propaganda. We want to hear from you! Please email [email protected] www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #MoonWalker #NewMusic #Zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing Between You & Me over Zoom video! Fresh from the frenzy of their sold-out intimate headline tour, Australia's Between You & Me (BYAM) have today shared their brand new single and music video, "YEAH!" Opening with sunny acoustic chords reminiscent of early 2000s radio hits, "YEAH!" bursts into a feel-good verse carried by the distinct vocals of frontman Jake Wilson before moving into what is perhaps the band's most pronounced singalong chorus yet. In line with its bright and upbeat sound. Jake says the song is about "living your best life and not caring what anyone else thinks. I imagine this song playing in the montage scene of an early 2000s bratty comedy film. Stylistically it's a big shift for BYAM, but we wanted to bring beachy summer vibes to a fun and carefree song." The band teamed up once again with Canadian producer Sam Guaiana (Armageddon - 2021), who flew to Australia earlier this year to record with the band at Beveridge Road Recording Studios in Victoria's Dandenong Ranges. "YEAH!" is the band's second independent release, and follows their addictive February single "Nevermind" which, on their recent run of intimate headline shows, proved to be a new fan favorite. Sonically "Nevermind" earmarked a new era for BYAM, and according to the band perfectly captured "the spirit of our band and our live show." The single was swiftly added to rotation on triple j, and arrived ahead of a massive stint in the USA supporting Knuckle Puck and Real Friends, followed by an Australian tour joining Slowly Slowly on the road upon their return. BYAM also joined You Me At Six and Set It Off on their recent Australian run. In 2021, Between You & Me's acclaimed record Armageddon (Hopeless Records) took the band to new heights, featuring hit singles "Deadbeat", "Butterflies", "Change" and "Go To Hell" ft. Mikaila Delgado of Yours Truly. The electrifying 10-track record landed as triple j's Spotlight Album on release, alongside an interview on the station's Breakfast program, and has since clocked up over 13.5million global streams in addition to support from BBC Radio 1 (UK), Spotify, and more. To celebrate the album, Between You & Me stepped out on their biggest headline Australian tour in 2022, finishing with a milestone sold-out hometown show at Melbourne's The Corner Hotel. As the year drew to a close, the band took to the USA, joining American pop punk outfit State Champs on an extensive month-long run. With new singles "YEAH!" and "Nevermind" minting BYAM's newly independent era, the band are more motivated than ever to continue their global takeover. Fans both at home and abroad can expect more new music and touring news to come. We want to hear from you! Please email [email protected] www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #BetweenYouAndMe #BetweenYou&Me #NewMusic #Zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/