On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls The Maine vocalist John O'Callaghan to discuss his band's latest album, You Are OK. John tells James about the creation of the album, as well as his band's participation on the upcoming Sad Summer traveling music festival. From there, the conversation turns to longevity in the industry and how other artists can follow in the steps of The Maine.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Basement guitarist Alex Henery to discuss his band's opening slot on Weezer and The Pixies nationwide co-headlining tour. Alex tells James about his recent adventures on the road, the difference between clubs and arenas, and the lessons learned from the road. James and Alex also discuss Basement's decade-long history in music, as well as what the future might hold based on the group's recent successes.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell sits down with Charles Michael Parks of All The Witches to discuss the intersection of hard rock and jazz. All Them Witches exist in a space where creativity is favored over perfection. Night to night, city to city, no two performances are the same. That kind of unpredictability may scare amateurs, but for All Them Witches it is the only way to live.

On this episode of Inside Music, host James Shotwell sits down with Aaron Paul and Valentino Arteaga from Of Mice & Men at 20 Monroe Live in Grand Rapids, MI to talk about all things music. Aaron and Valentino discuss their group's recent recording efforts, the legacy of their band, and how they're evolving to embrace changing trends in the industry at large. The pair also tell us about their new single, "How To Survive," and how it relates to everything else the band has planned for the months ahead.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Launch Music Conference founder Jeremy Weiss to talk about his upcoming 2019 event. Jeremy has appeared on Inside Music every year in advance of his popular conference, and this year he brings an intriguing discussion about the evolution of marketing in the digital age.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell sits down with Royal Tusk members Daniel Carriere and Sandy MacKinnon hours before their recent performance in Grand Rapids, MI. Royal Tusk has been gaining a lot of steam in the hard rock world since the release of their Sophomore record, Tusk II, in the Fall. Daniel and Sandy tell James about the response to the album, as well as how joining the eOne Music roster changed their lives. Later, the conversation turns to promotion, European fans versus American listeners, and the toll the road takes on even the most driven talent.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell chats with Ryan Clark of Demon Hunter about his band's upcoming 2-album release. Demon Hunter has been a force unlike any other in the world of metal for nearly two decades and the band has only gotten better with time. Ryan tells James how the band manages to stay engaged with their fans without running themselves into the ground, as well as the motivation behind releasing two albums at once.

On this episode of Inside Music, host James Shotwell sits down with Patty Walters of As It Is to discuss mental health, creativity, and the realities of working in music. Due to an issue with our recorder, the audio in this episode has crackles and pops we did not anticipate. Our apologies for the inconvenience.

On this episode of Inside Music, host James Shotwell calls Kelc Galluzzo from the band Jetty Bones to discuss her group's upcoming EP. Jetty Bones has been a rising talent in the alternative underground for the past several years, but their upcoming release has the band poised to breakthrough to the mainstream with heart and hooks to spare. Kelc tells James about the traumatic experiences that informed the record, as well as the goals she has for her music. The pair also discuss musical Easter eggs, cats, and life in rural Ohio.

The world learn of Tim Landers' passing on February 3rd, 2019. This episode shares Tim's one and only appearance on our show, which occurred in June 2015. Rest easy, old friend. We miss you.