Roots Rednecks and Radicals

By Will Houk- Alt Country, Indie, FolkMusic Music Commentary Music Interviews Music History

Roots Rednecks and Radicals episodes

October 19 CHARLIE PARR On His New Record ROOMING HOUSE
Charlie Parr is an American folk/blues musician that has been making socially conscious music for decades. Known for his cutting lyricism, he embodies a style of folk that is not seen very often anymore. His style is rooted in the blues, but he's developed a sound all his own. His new album Rooming House is a brilliant look at the working class in America. He's on the show this week to talk about his new album.
23 min
October 18 SHONEN KINFE Brings Their Style Of Japanese Punk To Reno.
I was asked recently to do a concert review for the Japanese Punk Band Shonen Knife. They got their start back in 1981 and have been playing their Ramones infused punk rock for decades. In the early 1990s Kurt Cobain and Nirvana asked them to tour with the band, and that gave them some great exposure. I recently saw them with Men at Work and Toad the Wet Sprocket in Reno NV and it was a great show. I hope you dig this!
12 min
October 16 BILLY STRINGS, RHIANNON GIDDENS, and WILLI CARLISLE are in The Rotation!
Billy Strings, Rhiannon Giddens, and Willi Carlisle all have new music out. Willi's new album was produced by Tyler Childers and I feel like you can really hear the influence on this track. Billy Strings continues to kill it with his blend of bluegrass and psychedelic rock. Rhiannon Giddens just never seems to miss. Her new track is beautiful and haunting as usual. This week they are all in The Rotation!
8 min
October 12 KACEY MUSGRAVES & INTOCABLE Just Made Texas Music History!
Kacey Musgraves has released her first all Spanish song. She teamed up with the ultra-famous Mexican Tejano group Intocable for a new take on her song Uncertain TX. She recently had them on stage to perform the song live. It's a great blend of Country music and Mexican culture and I am here for it!
6 min
October 09 Philly Punk Band ERASER Is On The Show Talking About Their New Album OPERATOR!
Eraser is a punk band out of Philly. They just released a new album called Operator and I had a chance to chat with them about it at a show they played in Reno. They were at the Holland Project and we got a chance to talk before the show. Shout out to the openers that night, Rotten Heights, and Rotary Club. Also big thanks to the Holland Project for having me. I hope you dig the episode!
19 min
October 07 Did TOM MORELLO Really Tell People To Not Vote?
Recently Tom Morello did an interview where he revealed he did not vote for Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. This has sparked some controversy online about voting and what we should be doing in the age of Trump. I think his views are much more nuanced than people are giving him credit for and we should be talking about that.
6 min
October 05 BECK'S New Album RIDE LONESOME Is An Introspective Journey.
Beck is know for his hits like Loser and Devi'ls Haricut but many people don't realize he's always made folksy, singer-songwriter music. This new album has him exploring those roots on a deep and introspective journey. It's equal parts folk, and country. I really love this album. I hope you dig it!
10 min
September 28Alex Orbison: Finishing a Lost Johnny Cash Song, Drumming for The Allman Betts Band, and His New Solo Album
What happens when you discover a hidden 1960s love poem written by Johnny Cash? You put it to music. In this episode, we sit down with veteran drummer and songwriter Alex Orbison to discuss the release of his incredible debut solo album, Love And Loss.

Alex takes us behind the scenes of his standout new track, "Let's Put It To Music," revealing how he collaborated with John Carter Cash at the historic Cash Cabin to finish a lost piece of country music history written for June Carter Cash. We also dive deep into his life on the road as the powerhouse drummer for The Allman Betts Band, exploring how he locks down the rhythm section for one of the premier roots and Southern rock outfits touring today.

In this episode, you’ll discover:
The incredible story behind turning an unreleased Johnny Cash poem into a brand-new song.
What it's like recording at the legendary Cash Cabin with John Carter Cash.
Alex's experiences stepping behind the kit to tour with The Allman Betts Band.
The raw creative process and roots-rock influences behind his new solo album, Love And Loss.
Stream Alex Orbison's latest music on all major platforms today!
35 min
September 25 ORVILLE PECK'S New Album Mule Is Some Of His Best Work.
Orville Peck has a new album out called Mule and it's really great. The sounds are sparse and contemplative. The songwriting ventures into territory he rarely explores. It has a collaboration with Emmylou Harris, Noah Cyrus, and Allison Russell. Let's take a look at this record!
15 min
September 23 PHOEBE BRIDGERS May Have Written The Album Of The Year LOST WEEKEND.
I really love this album. The songwriting is amazing. The production is out of control. It's just an amazing record. This week we take a look at Lost Weekend by Phoebe Bridgers.
17 min

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Explore the rebellious counterculture, hidden histories, and unexpected connections bridging the worlds of alt-country, indie rock, and punk music. Hosted by Will Houk, Roots, Rednecks, and Radicals is a music history podcast dedicated to the artists who subvert traditional genres and challenge the status quo.