Pop Nerd Lounge

My guest today is Lauren DeHan. Lauren is the cellist and collaborator in the Ben DeHan band. They create music for the kid against the railing, screaming back the lyrics to the singer of their favorite band and for the 9-5 rush hour warrior sipping coffee in traffic, ignoring the low hum of the idle mind calling like a siren’s song. We talk about opportunities as a classically trained musician, the song “Woke Up,” and Lauren’s experience as an occupational therapist and how that influences h...

Justin Jesso has written hits for artists like The Backstreet Boys, Maluma, and Ricky Martin. He skyrocketed to fame when he collaborated with Kygo for their record, “Stargazing.” He recently released his latest EP, “Finding The Opposite of Loneliness.” I want to issue two warnings. The first is that there is a little latency within the episode. The second one is that during the episode Justin shares some beautiful messages from his supporters and one story does include a mention of sexual as...

My guest today is Jenny JAM. Jenny JAM is a London-born, Los Angeles-based soul-pop singer/songwriter whose music aims to encourage others to always believe in themselves even when times get tough. Her thought-provoking and sincere songwriting allow listeners to connect to her music, delivering an authentic message that has captivated audiences across the globe. Join us as we chat about her theater background, her song “Prove Who” and the sentimental experience of creating the visual for her ...

On today’s episode is Eva Grace. Eva Grace is an enigmatic alt-pop expressionist whose mission is to invoke emotion through her musical dualities, artistic exploration, and contradictions. Her single “Goes Like (Do Do Do)” catapulted to success with its own TikTok Hisoka dance, over 3.5 million streams on Spotify, and surpassing 3.5 million views on YouTube, while showcasing her effervescent infusion of electronic and indie on a vastly dense genre. In this easygoing discussion, Eva and I chat...

Ross Flora is a seasoned, multifaceted singer and musician out of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. In 2012, Ross moved from the family farm to pursue a career in Nashville, Tennessee. Once in Nashville, he was able to build a strong audience base as a solo artist and began touring full-time as a lead guitarist and vocalist, performing with acts such as “Johnny T” Band and “Smoke n’ Guns” around the nation. We chat about his road to Nashville, The hustle of the music industry, and his EP,...

*EPISODE NOTE* In the intro I said Alexa.'s single was "22," the correct title is "20 Something." Joining me in the lounge today is Singer-Songwriter Alexa. Originally from New York, Alexa. has written songs since she was 10 years old. She has earned many accolades including an American Songwriting Award and a Music City Songstar Award and is consistently featured as an up-and-coming singer/songwriter in publications such as Medium.com, Buzz Music LA, and Musical Notes Global. We talk about ...

Holland Greco is a recording artist and songwriter. Not only does she have a penchant for songwriting and performing, but she’s gathered a lot of business acumen from her many years working in the business side of the music industry. We talk about her experience, why creatives should look out for themselves, and curating playlists. Stay Connected with Holland Greco: instagram.com/hollandgreco • twitter.com/hollandgreco • Spotify • YouTube ——— 🎵 Track Info: Title: Cotton Candy Artist: A...

Cash Crawford is a vocalist, songwriter, and entertainer from Nashville. Although she considers herself an emerging artist, she’s spent more than 20 years in the music industry sharpening her skills. In this very cathartic chat, we talk about timing, the importance of making mistakes, and the journey of self-worth. Stay Connected with Cash Crawford: instagram.com/cashcrawford • tiktok.com/@cashcrawfordmusic • Spotify • YouTube ——— 🎵 Track Info: Title: Cotton Candy Artist: Another Kid G...

It’s our season 13 premiere, and I am thrilled to host our guest, HARIZ. He’s a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in LA. He’s got a growing list of accolades. However, what the numbers show is a fan base whose hearts connect with HARIZ’s impactful storytelling. We chat about turning a creative hobby into a profession, artistic integrity, connecting with others and there’s even a LEGO nerd-out moment if you stick around. I could not think of a better way to kick off the season....

You might know our season 12 finale guest from TikTok. With over 700,000 followers on the platform, Abby Fenwick has built a base with her eye-catching dancing, hilarious lip-syncs, and relatable commentary on life. Our conversation was a fantastic dive into the highs and lows of social media, her ambitions as a dancer and choreographer, and growing as creatives. Stay Connected with Abby Fenwick www.instagram.com/fenwickal • https://henrytalents.com/portfolio/abbyfenwick • www.twitter....