Jeff Gorman is cycling on The Road to Newport and he’s here to talk to all about this epic adventure. One half of the amazing and powerful rock duo Illiterate Light, Jeff, along with his bandmate Jake Cochran — who both pioneered the pedal powered and off-the-grid Bike Stage at Newport Folk — are cycling the 700 miles from the Shenandoah Valley all the way to Newport, Rhode Island for this year’s Newport Folk Festival!!     

Illiterate Light represents the true epic nature of the DIY spirit — that authenticity, energy and boundless creativity can truly bring people together and even seek to create change. Jeff talks to me about what this epic year of 2025 has already brought the band, and we discuss the importance of bike riding, their latest album, Arches, and what it meant to Jeff to play with My Morning Jacket at MMJ’s One Big Holiday festival this past April.  

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Show Notes:

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Episode Chapters:

00:00 Episode Intro with Host Josh Rosenberg

06:40 The Road to Newport: Cycling and Music

09:32 The Bike Stage at Newport Folk Festival

12:24 Artists and Performances at the Festival

15:17 The Significance of Participation and Community

18:23 Personal Journeys and Environmental Awareness

21:26 The Future of Cycling and Music

24:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

30:06 Biking Through Life and Music

31:36 Community Engagement and Bike Advocacy

32:50 Innovative Touring: The Road to Newport

33:26 Partnerships and Equipment: Jamis Bikes

36:06 Preparing for the Journey: Logistics and Challenges

37:23 Exciting Performances: Upcoming Shows and Collaborations

39:51 The Magic of Red Rocks: A Dream Come True

42:30 Collaborating with Influences: My Morning Jacket

44:30 The Power of Music: Emotional Connections

55:14 Support and Brotherhood in Music

56:39 Celebrating the Release of 'Arches' and Its Impact

59:07 The Creative Process at Sunset Sound

01:05:17 The Legacy of Sunset Sound and Its Influence

01:09:50 The Evolution of Illiterate Light's Sound

01:15:52 Embracing Creativity and the Journey

01:21:22 Preparing for the Road to Newport

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