RoomRock Podcast

Brian Jin Project's new album marks the artist's first direct engagement with America's political landscape—a human-centered exploration rather than a partisan manifesto. As Brian remarks, 'Observations of life in the 21st century'. 

We dig into how Desert Hollow begins after the two meet in Santa Monica, and how being around a working musician can rewire your whole relationship to creativity. Nicole breaks down her favorite writing mode, when the lyrics show up almost fully formed and she has to catch them fast, then do the chord work later. Xander shares his winding route from early violin exposure to guitar obsession and eventually back to the fiddle, teaching himself by ear until it becomes central to his sound.

Then we get into the heart of it: why community makes the difference. From the frustration of early practice to the “flying” feeling during a tight set, they connect joy to challenge and talk about the porch-jam magic that changed everything. You’ll also hear live music, including “Easy Feeling”, plus the Maui farm story that inspires “Pitbulls And Pigs”.

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Our new favorite folk act here at RoomRock! Really a great band and as easy going and welcoming as they are friendly and we can say enough! We had a chance to sit with Nicole and Xander and discuss thier music and they plays us a couple of songs! 

Up in the Sierras at the Good Luck Campout Folk Festival had a chance to talk with Michael Gay. A great Musician and a good human all around! Song towards end is video. 

Mike and Moses sit down with German singer songwriter Vanessa Mezker.

Mark shares his unique journey from aerospace scientist to musician, exploring how his scientific mind influences his songwriting and performances. This episode delves into the intersection of science, music, and human connection, highlighting the importance of authenticity and community.

Mark shares his unique journey from aerospace scientist to musician, exploring how his scientific mind influences his songwriting and performances. This episode delves into the intersection of science, music, and human connection, highlighting the importance of authenticity and community.

Indonesian singer-songwriter Elan Zoek joins Mike and Moses for a RoomRock Kitchen Session. Growing up on Lombok, Elan found his way from drums and guitar to becoming a frontman, eventually building a life in music in Germany. He talks about his journey, the reggae and funk influences shaping his sound today, and his ambitions for new original music — plus two live performances.

Hamburg singer-songwriter Adam Brixton joins Mike & Moses for a conversation at the kitchen table about songwriting, classical music, busking, and finding community through music. Adam shares how artists like Tommy Emmanuel, Michael Jackson, The Beatles, and Jason Mraz influenced his journey, and explains why many of his songs begin as dreams or deeply personal experiences.

The episode also features live performances of Adam's original songs Like a Hurricane and Do You Know, along with an honest discussion about creativity, resilience, and staying true to your own voice.

RoomRock celebrates independent musicians through conversations, stories, and live performances—creating a home for artists and music lovers, one episode at a time.

Singer-songwriter and Country Roads bar owner Loughrey Kuhn joins us at the kitchen table to talk about the journey that brought him to Germany and his decision to leave a desk job behind in pursuit of music. He shares the realities of trying to make a living as an independent musician, the challenges of starting over in a new country, and the long road that led him to where he is today. It's an honest and engaging conversation about risk, perseverance, and following the music wherever it leads. Find out more about his bar here

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