# Episode Show Notes: Pine Box Dwellers - Exploring Cosmic Swamp Music

**Episode Title:** Something in the Water

**Host:** Jeremy Powell

**Featured Guests:** Sean Clark and Connor Griffin of Pine Box Dwellers

**Episode Overview:**

In this episode, host Jeremy Powell sits down with Sean Clark and Connor Griffin of the Pine Box Dwellers, a cosmic swamp music band from Waycross, Georgia. They share stories from their recent tour, the challenges of booking gigs, and the vibrant local music scene in Southeast Georgia.

### Key Topics Discussed:

1. **Touring Adventures:**

- Insights from their recent trip to California, including spontaneous camping and unique experiences in iconic locations like the Grand Canyon and Monument Valley.

- Challenges faced on the road, including vehicle issues that turned into memorable stories.

2. **Life as Musicians:**

- The dynamic between pursuing music full-time and maintaining day jobs, highlighting Connor's role as a librarian.

- The balance of passion for music with the realities of financial losses during tours.

3. **Local Support and Community:**

- The Pine Box Dwellers' dedicated fanbase, affectionately called "the dwellers," and their grassroots efforts to promote the band.

- The importance of nurturing local music communities and how past generations influenced their journey.

4. **Music Beginnings:**

- Sean and Connor reflect on their early musical influences, including iconic bands and high school experiences that shaped their paths.

- The evolution of their sound and the unique identity they’ve crafted as a band.

5. **Podcasting and History:**

- Connor discusses his podcast, *Tracking the Cross*, which focuses on Southeast Georgia history, and how it complements their musical journey.

- The significance of preserving local stories and engaging with the community beyond music.

### Notable Quotes:

- "We just always wanted to go." – Sean Clark on their touring aspirations.

- "There's a strong community of musicians down in South Georgia." – Sean Clark discussing the local music scene.

### Music Featured:

- Clips of the Pine Box Dwellers’ songs, illustrating their unique sound and musical influences.