On this week’s episode, I talk to Jon Muq, whose extraordinary tale is one of resilience, courage, fate, and his deep desire to simply “follow the sound.” 

Raised in Uganda and now living in Austin, Texas since 2018, when he disembarked from a months-long gig with Norwegian Cruises and found himself in the middle of the SXSW Festival, Jon is set to release his debut album, Flying Away, produced by Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys on Dan’s own Easy Eye Sound label.

We talked all about growing up in a very challenging environment and the chance encounters that shaped Jon’s musical experience in a place where he literally had to “sing for his supper.”

I’m psyched to bring you this amazing conversation that will surely change your perspective of what is truly possible, and what it means to be destined to follow your true path — whatever it may be — and Jon is an amazing example of all that. 

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Tyler Ramsey sat down with me for this week’s episode of Roadcase, and I couldn’t be more stoked to chat with the former Band of Horses guitarist. 

Tyler is a kind and gentle soul, who truly values the power of music as a means of connection with his audience. His latest album, New Lost Ages, sees him team up with producer Phil Ek (Band of Horses, Fleet Foxes), and takes us on a deep ride, both musically and emotionally.

I talked to Tyler about the power of music to connect, and how he relishes the possibility that his deeply personal songs might have a positive impact on his audience and fans. We also delve into the challenge of being more vulnerable as a means to becoming a better person and much to my delight, touch upon some fun Lord of the Rings talk too!!  

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One of my favorite artists and humans, Greg Ormont, joins me on Roadcase with the release a their new album, "Day in Time."  We chat about everything from Italy and his well-known love of cheese to musical theatre and the origins of the band at University of Maryland. Greg is a truly unique individual who is both deliberate and free-flowing in his thought: that rare breed of artist who not only delights audiences and fans, but is also able to precisely calculate the energy of the room and then exceed all expectations in taking that level to tremendous heights.  An enduring fixture in the jamband community, Greg and I talk about the state of the jam world today and what that means for the future of music at-large as well as the direction of the band. Upwards and onwards, as we Carpe this Diem on Roadcase with our resident Latin scholar, the one and only Greg Ormont.  The stoke is high for this one!!  

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JJ Grey joins me on Roadcase for this week's episode and I couldn't be more psyched!!  I recently caught up with JJ while in the midst of a massive US tour, having recently released his ninth studio album and first since 2016, entitled Olustee. A proud native Floridian, JJ is an intriguing artist with a unique view on life and his creative pursuits. I talked to JJ about his almost Zen-like qualities and what that has meant for him along the route from rural Florida, to London, and back again. "You don't so much sail across the Ocean; you simply put up a sail and let the wind blow you across," he explains to me. Yes, it's really that type of interview!  JJ is filled with homespun charm and a humble nature that is both endearing and intriguing, and I'm here for it.  Make sure to check out this super chill interview on this week's episode of Roadcase!

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I’m super pumped to speak with Anders Beck for Episode 226!! Anders is the dobro player for Greensky Bluegrass, whose unique blend of Bluegrass and Rock and makes it one of the most compelling sounds in live music today.  Greensky has been touring practically non-stop for over 20 years, and Anders stopped in to chat with me just after completing their Winter Tour with yet another sold out two-night run at the Ryman Auditorium. Anders has a fun-loving and super chill vibe, and he is filled with gratitude for his place in life. “Music means live music,” Anders explained to me, and his appreciation for doing exactly what he set out to do; that is, play live music in a successful touring band, is utterly inspiring and heart-warming. Anders embodies what music is all about, and I’m here for it. Join both of us for this week’s episode!! 

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This was certainly one of the most poignant and moving interviews I’ve conducted on Roadcase. I talked to the amazing Rett Madison, who tells the story of her investigation, discovery and ultimately, vindication in uncovering the source of her Mother’s pain during her short life, and it was both chilling and empowering to hear. You need to really hear this story to believe it — we’re talking coincidences and psychic mediums revealing details that I could hardly believe… until I heard it first-hand!  Rett, whose voice is truly one-of-a-kind, recounts this gripping story in intimate detail, on her new album, One for Jackie. Thank you, Rett, for sharing your amazing story with me!!  I cannot recommend this episode enough. 

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March was International Women’s Month and I sat down with Anna Ayers, the General Manager at Brooklyn Bowl Williamsburg, for this week’s episode of Roadcase. I talked to Anna not only about her role at Pete Shapiro’s flagship venue but also chatted about her background in performing arts, the music business, and what it means to her to work in the unique environment at the Bowl, which features women in all major management roles. Anna is a truly compelling personality and a perfect fit for the Brooklyn Bowl ethos of peace, love, diversity, amazing food and insane live music — and I’m all about it!

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Dallon Weekes is here on Roadcase this week, and I'm excited to share my interview with this veteran performer and experienced touring artist.  Dallon began his career in Salt Lake City with his band The Brobecks, and then spent years with Panic! At The Disco before settling on most recent project, I DON'T KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME (iDKHOW). Dallon is an intriguing mix of artistry, family man, and musical sage, if you will -- and has a keen wit and fun-loving personality.  I had a great time chatting with Dallon and we cover a ton of ground including his attitudes towards mental health and his experience a parent of teenagers. It's a fun and unique trip through the extraordinarily creative and uber-sharp mind of Dallon Weekes, and I'm here for it.  Check it out on this week's Roadcase!!
 
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I’m so pleased to have Myron Elkins on the show for this week’s episode. Myron is a super sweet and sincere human with a gentle and forthright presence, and we talk about his upbringing in rural Michigan as a self-admitted outlier, all the while devoting his free-time to honing his musical chops. After high school, Myron eventually landed a job as a welder when he was discovered after a seminal acoustic gig in Nashville, miraculously, by Dave Cobb, multiple-Grammy winning producer, who offered Myron a record deal and produced his debut album, Factories, Farms & Amphetamines. For a shy kid from small-town Michigan, it was a dream come true, but as you will come to know, also quite well deserved. I’m so happy to be able to share this truly unique and heart-warming story of a truly unique and introspective artist, Myron Elkins. Give a listen now!!

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Fans need tickets and artists need fans. On this week’s episode, I talk to Brando Rich, co-founder and CEO of Cash or Trade, the popular ticket exchange app. Brando’s mission is to get tickets that might go unused into the hands of fans that need them -- at face value or less. As the de-facto head of the Face Value Movement, Brando talks to me about the intricacies of ticketing, how best to thwart scalpers, and how the live music experience is the vital essence that drives Cash or Trade’s continued growth and expansion. Brando wants fans to enjoy the amazing experience of live music, and he learned early on from the Phish and jam band world that by using his programming expertise, he could unite fans with face value tickets in a community of like minded music lovers. Idealistic?  Yes!  Feasible and doable?  Yes and yes!! I really enjoyed this conversation with Brando as we explore this crazy and tangled up world of ticketing. I learned a ton, and so will you on this week’s episode of Roadcase!!    

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