The Songs That Save Me

It’s here! A brand new episode of The Songs that Save me is live on YouTube and all your favorite streaming platforms.

Today’s guest is journalist Ian Saint. We sat down to talk about how “Rill Rill” by Sleigh Bells played a part in the bond with his late friend RoMellow Williams, who Ian described as being an “all around creative.” The song's impact came full circle in May 2025 when Sleigh Bells, led by singer Alexis Krauss, performed the song in RoMellow’s honor during their show at the Granada Theater in Dallas.

Thank you so much, Ian for sharing the story of your friendship with RoMellow and being so open and vulnerable!

Nikki returns with a brand new conversation with Fort Worth singer-songwriter Matthew McNeal! They talk about his song “Dropped the Ball,” a standout track on his latest album HIGHLONESOME.

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Thanks for listening!

The Songs That Save Me is finally back with a new episode! Today, Nikki sits down with singer-songwriter and co-creator of The Super Sad Songs Show, Ashton Edminster. Ashton and Nikki talk about the track “some things (i’ve learned)” by Tiny Habits, how music helps them navigate their mid 20s, and the power of a great sad song.

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Thanks so much for listening - catch you on the next episode!

In this episode of The Songs That Save Me, Nikki sits down with one of her favorite artists to interview, singer/songwriter Jessie Frye. Jessie discusses her new single “Secret Heart” and how writing it was a part of her journey with grief.

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What’s a song that saved YOU? Send Nikki a message on Instagram and let her know!

We’re back - and this time, with prolific Dallas arts & culture journalist Alex Gonzalez as our guest! In this episode, Nikki and Alex chat about how “Forrest Gump” by Frank Ocean has made an impact on him.

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Well, hello there! On the first episode of The Songs that Save Me, host Nikki Bolden shares the story of how she discovered Jeff Buckley and the effect his song “Grace” has had on her since she first heard it about ten years ago.

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Check back soon for more interviews and musical stories!

Hi! Welcome to The Songs That Save Me, a new show about the joy of music and the personal stories behind our favorite songs, hosted by Nikki Bolden.