John Ondrasik is a songwriter. He is a performer. He is a father. He is a social justice advocate. He is Five for Fighting. 

He is also our guest for Episode 12 of “Load-In Through the Back,” and we couldn’t be more excited.

Under the moniker Five for Fighting, John is best known for his smash hits “Superman (It’s Not Easy),” “100 Years,” and “the Riddle.”

Host Troy Millette sat down with John to discuss the upcoming String Quartet tour (hitting the northeast in early October), meeting Pat Benatar, his creative and touring processes, and which NHL legend he’d most like to drop the gloves with!

Be sure to follow John online at @fiveforfightingmusic, and check out fiveforfighting.com for tour dates and updates on new releases!

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