In this jam-packed and side-splitting episode of What’s the Reason for This?, Kodi and Shay sit down with the genre-hopping wizards of Spafford for a conversation that’s equal parts musical insight and complete chaos—in the best way possible. From dissecting the art of the jam to swapping fart stories in a van, this one has it all: heart, humor, and a whole lotta vibe. 🎶💨

✨ Episode Highlights:

🎸 The Art of Controlled Chaos – The band breaks down their improvisational alchemy—how they navigate shifting keys, tempos, and genres without crashing the train (too hard).

🥁 Welcome to the Band, Shon – New bassist Shon Gordon talks about trial-by-fire festival sets, adapting to jam-heavy madness, and fixing his pedal board five seconds before showtime.

🎤 From Plush to Pizza – Why Spafford’s take on Stone Temple Pilots’ “Plush” now lives in an electronic pocket, and how the band ranks regional food as passionately as their setlists (spoiler: Ohio wins for crispy chicken).

🎧 Live Wax & Studio Drops – Get the inside scoop on Live Wax Vol. 4, the Halloween-vibe-heavy Hulaween set that made the cut, and what it’s like crafting a cohesive vinyl jam with 20+ minute tracks.

🤳 Fan Love & Socials – Brian shares how he reclaimed the band’s voice on social media, why fan chats and emojis matter, and the importance of showing fans they’re heard—on and off the stage.

💬 Merch, Posters & Parts – From hilarious inside jokes like “I Know Your Farts” to tour posters that surprise even the band, they reveal how merch keeps the magic (and the bills) rolling.

🧠 Mental Health & Music for Kids – Offstage, the guys talk therapy, fatherhood, digging in the dirt, and why Shon’s side gig teaching music to toddlers is just like playing to “tiny drunk people.”

🎶 Comedy Tracks & Auditions – Oh, and did we mention Shon’s old comedy album titled Big Black Hawk? It might have been his unofficial audition tape. And yes, there's a sequel coming.

🎟️ Whether you're deep in the nerd herd or just discovering the magic of Spafford, this episode is a genre-defying journey through jam band life—with plenty of laughs and a whole lotta love. Tune in, flip the vinyl, and don’t forget: Dude, we know your parts.

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