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A leader on the Roots Music Charts with her latest album 'Carry On, The Spirituals: Vol 2' musician Radha Botofasina sits down and talks with us about growing up in New York, studying with Alice Coltrane, and about "doing good and loving God." 

After recording the interview, we got to catch up (did you know that Radha is Chiara's aunt?) and blast music. 'Carry On' had us DANCING, singing along, and feeling edified. A cunning Spirituals album, the sounds of Motown, Soul, and Roots will enrapture your senses and lift you up. 

Stream it here: https://open.spotify.com/album/2QvaX0QVNTQYvSDQVaBDJl?si=QzCozLJBRB2JeXlmAz8ocw

Welcome back! This week we sat down with 2/4 members of the Pop Punk adjacent sensation, Gardenside. Elijah Reyes and frontman Jeremy Harris share enlightening insights, soothing sounds, and some laughs with us as they open up about the evolution of live music and the impact of internet presence and virality for musicians today. Hang around at the end of the interview to hear the exclusive debut of Jeremy's "Options" and Elijah's "Rose-Colored Glasses"

In Provo Utah this week, we hang out with Joe & Jena Vickrey from the indie rock band, English Budgies. Both originally from Medford Oregon, they boast a killer rock n roll repertoire and a niche of quirky, fun stage presence in the Utah music scene. 

If you like Edward Sharpe, The Smiths,  Goldfinger, or Violent Femmes, you will enjoy Joe & Jena's endless knowledge and skill at bringing classic punk foundations and fresh indie nuances together. Listen carefully during Rapid Fire Questions as Joe reads my mind, and stick around for their acoustic set featuring an exclusive debut of "She-Reporter" and their latest single "Lazarus". These two were such a kick-in-the-pants!

Have you ever felt unqualified for the opportunities before you?

On this week's episode, indie artist and beast of a wordsmith, Xetera, sits down with us in Ellensburg, Washington to discuss conquering imposter syndrome, authenticity, and the importance of skill over talent. After the interview, be sure to listen to her worldwide exclusive acoustic debut of "Cold-Blooded". A distinguished storyteller, Xetera's music transports you to another mental dimension. 

Olivia Harms dazzles everyone she meets. On today's episode, we talk about touring in a travel trailer, the country western music scene from the Pacific to the Cumberland River, and yard work. That's right! Stick around to hear exclusive acoustic songs "Kiddie Pool" and "Neon Blue" from her sophomore album, 'Rhinestone Cowgirl', and you're sure to be dazzled, too. Yeehaw!

Original photo by: McFarland Productions

Our summer tour kicks off tomorrow! Where will we be stopping? In today's mini-episode, find out what's next in our Jumper Cable Records journey. 

Take a mindful pause with us today as we talk with pianist and composer Shayna Hansen about channeling music when faced with tragedy and mental illness. Stick around after the interview to hear her original composition entitled 'This Time'. A positive note to end this year's Mental Health Awareness Month, Shayna's message will empower you to share light with those around you. 

Join us for today's episode as we discover musical power duo Rosewood Bitters. A chemistry founded in the Boulder, Colorado music scene, Wyatt Clarke and Emma Knight are now putting down roots and chords in the Pacific Northwest. 

Due to a combination of one seemingly mystical sound warp and two podcast newbies (Dallen and Chiara), the audio on this episode is... unique. But the brilliantly warm and inviting insights from Rosewood Bitters was too valuable to pitch. Please stick around to indulge and enjoy their exclusive acoustic set after the interview. Trust us, these folky singer-songwriters pack a punch with their words and voices, and you do not want to miss it!

Original Photograph: Michelle Faulkner

Kaili Spear is a motivational speaker, marketing extraordinaire, and host of the Define Podcast. She sat down with us to talk about self-awareness, recognizing when and what it means to ‘surrender’, and all about how to navigate being a kick butt mover and shaker in this world. If you have a dream - big or small - this episode is for you!

Original Photograph: Emily Pearl

On today's podcast, discover Common Koi - a dance rock band made up of University of Oregon students. They are a multi-faceted weapon of smarts and skill in their studies, but the only majors that matter on today's episode are the major waves they're making in the Eugene music scene. Stick around 'til the end to hear an exclusive acoustic set of their "Pond" EP - available on Spotify May 27th. 

Original Photograph: Ian Enger