Episode 3 of Five Stream Dream: hosts Johnny Culbert and Jeff Blackwood share a chaotic festival night — kicked out of backstage, a long midnight walk past a live porcupine, and the highs of catered meals and side-stage views.

They then unpack the big music tech news: Suno’s deal with Warner, Songkick’s role, AI-generated songs and voice cloning, plus what this all means for artists, live shows, and new opportunities on the road.

Johnny Culbert and Jeff Blackwood discuss production choices and creative limits — from embracing sparse instrumentation and vinyl-era time constraints to modern tools that change how songs are made. They debate artists removing songs from streaming services, reworking releases after launch, and how setlists and live shows shape fan expectations.

The hosts also explain the meaning behind the podcast name "Five Stream Dream," share festival and touring observations, and reflect on the ongoing process of finishing, abandoning, or revising music.

Take a trip down memory lane with Johnny and Jeff to hear about their first gear, first shows, first memories of music and lots more, including a wild story about Lollapalooza 97, the infamous "Bad Touch", MxPX in a bar with a Dad, Homegrown Homecoming 2008, and the typical random musings. Salute the boys, and we'll salute you back for this first foray into the world of pod!

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