Music Drives Us

As the voice and songwriter behind Barenaked Ladies' biggest hits, Steven Page helped shape a generation of alternative rock. In this episode of the Music Drives Us Podcast, Jaybeau Jones explores Steven’s evolution as a solo artist, his musical influences, and the lessons he's learned from mentorship and perseverance.

From Alice Cooper to Hollywood Vampires, Tommy Henriksen’s guitar work and songwriting have rocked global stages. On this episode of the Music Drives Us Podcast, host Jaybeau Jones uncovers Tommy’s journey through decades of music, his creative process, and what it’s like working with fellow legends like Joe Perry and Johnny Depp. 

A viral TikTok took all-female punk band Sorry Mom! from campus shows to stages far beyond their college scene. In this episode of the Music Drives Us Podcast, learn how they’ve grown their reach and made an impact on the communities that support them.

In this Music Drives Us Podcast episode, host Kelsey Boch talks to Brooklyn rock band Razor Braids and NPR Tiny Desk winner Alisa Amador. From choir rehearsals to national recognition, they reflect on the power of music education and staying true to their voice.

Legendary drummer Rick Allen and singer-songwriter Lauren Monroe join the Music Drives Us Podcast to share their work with the Raven Drum Foundation. In a moving conversation, they discuss music’s power to heal, uplift, and bring people together in times of need.

From egg slicers to guitar solos, the Q-Tip Bandits have a story as eclectic as their sound. On this episode of the Music Drives Us Podcast, Kelsey Boch explores their musical origins, their genre-blending style, and their advice for young artists just getting started.

This Music Drives Us Podcast double feature brings two bold artists into focus. Kelsey Boch sits down with blues trio GA-20 and pop powerhouse Zolita to talk music education, first gigs, and the milestones that shaped their creative paths.

From local bars in Worcester to the Boston Calling stage, the Blue Light Bandits have carved out a sound all their own. In this episode of the Music Drives Us Podcast, host Kelsey Boch kicks off Season 2 by diving into the band’s roots, mentors, and musical evolution.

Creating your own underground venue can come at some great costs. Actual expenses, lost sleep, lost time, things breaking, noise complaints, and even the risk of people disrespecting the space. But what if that didn’t matter to you and you just wanted to see live music and put on great shows? Today on the Music Drives Us podcast, we have a great conversation with John and Rocky, the duo behind Dud’s (Dud) Dungeon! A small DIY basement venue in the south shore, the Dungeon has tons of social media presence and a HUGE group of supporters that continues to grow in the local scene.

Finding the right sound for your band can take some time. There are always the songs that don’t work at first but then slowly find their groove. Testing, editing, trying new things and even using older styles to see what fits right for them. For the lucky bands, finding their sound doesn’t take long at all. This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Party Mountain, a local band that has been putting out Music since around 2019. Performing locally in New England for quite some time, they have been avid contributors to great music throughout the underground DIY scene.

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