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Across the country, school systems are struggling to ensure all students can benefit from the ‘role model effect’ and the other positive benefits of having teachers that reflect their diversity. Over half of K-12 students are students of color, yet only one in five teachers is a person of color, and less than 2% of teachers are Black men. Join us in a fresh take on the opportunity to ensure a diverse teacher workforce in Edifying Together with Tamir D. Harper. After earning his degree from A ...
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The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann takes an in-depth look at who’s got next for the NBA’s future as he brings you 'The Ringer’s NBA Draft Show.' He’ll drop his takes on the rising and falling stocks of the best and brightest prospects in the 2025 draft class. This is a podcast for fans of every team, whether you’re tanking for ping-pong balls or you’re in search of sleepers later in the draft. Kyle will break it all down every week right here on 'The Ringer's NBA Draft Show.'
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Derek “The Captain” Jeter makes his Postseason debut as an analyst with David “Big Papi” Ortiz, Alex Rodriguez & Kevin Burkhardt on the MLB on FOX stage. Enjoy this first-of-its-kind, exclusive audio-only format of the limited edition and Emmy Award-winning show throughout the MLB Playoffs.
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BiB: Britnee Kellogg – What Taylor Swift Told Me in the Studio
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30:48On this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards, Adam sits down with the inspiring Britnee Kellogg for a candid look at her journey from a “non-musical” family in Vancouver, Washington, to viral success and a brand new album. Britnee shares how a life-changing Johnny Cash and June Carter concert at just six years old set her path, the realities of balanci…
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BiB: Joshua Aubrey Jackson (Make Sure) – From Bedroom Recordings to a Tooth & Nail Record Deal: His Unfiltered Journey
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38:38On this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards, Adam sits down with Joshua Aubrey Jackson, the creative force behind the indie project Make Sure. Broadcasting from his hometown of Opelika, Alabama, Josh opens up about his journey from discovering music through his older siblings’ hand-picked mixes to teaching guitar to the next generation of musicians. H…
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BiB: TAVE – From Church Piano Prodigy to Grammy-Nominated Hitmaker (and His First Ever Interview!)
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33:50On this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards, Adam sits down with TAVE—an acclaimed London-born producer and songwriter who’s now stepping boldly into the spotlight as a solo artist. You might recognize TAVE’s name from his Grammy-nominated work on Black’s album "Since I Have a Lover," but this episode is extra special—it's TAVE’s very first interview …
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BiB: Self Deception On Crowdfunding Triumphs, Viral Moments, and Never Giving Up
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34:43What happens when a message meant for the wrong drummer leads to the right band? On this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Andres and Patrick of Stockholm’s own Self Deception to unravel a musical story packed with serendipity, stubborn determination, and fearless reinvention. From awkward high school musicals to their e…
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BiB: Gigi Perez – From Losing Her Record Deal to Going Viral Again (Her Wild Comeback Story!)
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54:05On this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards, Adam and Tera catch up with rising indie-pop artist Gigi Perez for a candid and inspiring conversation about her journey over the last two and a half years. When they first had Gigi on the show, she was just breaking out—she hadn’t yet released her debut EP, and she was still figuring out her sound. Since t…
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BiB: Mikaila & Teddie – Secrets, Breakups, and the New Yours Truly Album
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42:01Guests: Mikaila Delgado, singer, songwriter, and frontwoman of Yours Truly. Teddie Winder-Haron, lead guitar of Yours Truly. Guest's Genre(s): Alternative Rock, Pop Punk, Emo. Episode Topic: Yours Truly’s Mikaila Delgado opens up about band transitions, finding her voice through vulnerability, and the honest evolution behind their latest album. Key…
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BiB: Elijah Woods - Inside My Indie Revolution: Studio Secrets and Going Solo
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41:08Guest: Elijah Woods, chart-topping singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. Guest's Genre(s): Pop, Singer-Songwriter, Indie Pop. Episode Topic: Elijah Woods returns to discuss his artistic evolution since going solo, building creative independence, and the freedom of running his own label while looking ahead to his most intentional …
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Inside Summer League: First Impressions, Atmosphere, and Its Growing Influence
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1:13:12J. Kyle Mann and Tate Frazier recap this past weekend’s summer league action by discussing their first impressions among some of the rookies and second-year players. They also discuss the ever-changing dynamics of summer league and how the event has evolved throughout the years. (02:24) - Different dynamics around summer league and how the event ha…
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Summer League Preview: Cooper Flagg Expectations, Reed Sheppard’s Return, and the Different Levels of Participation
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1:01:18J. Kyle Mann is joined by Danny Chau as they share their expectations for this year’s NBA Summer League. First, they discuss V. J. Edgecombe’s readiness, takeaways from Ace Bailey’s debut, and Kasparas Jakucionis’s struggles. Also, what to expect from the no. 1 pick Cooper Flagg, and how quickly will the Mavs shut him down. Next, the guys discuss t…
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With the 2025 NBA draft officially behind us, J. Kyle Mann gets a head start on next year and debuts his 2026 NBA mock draft to discuss some of his top prospects heading into next season. (01:10) - Picks No. 1-5 (21:34) - Picks No. 6-10 (29:24) - Picks No. 11-14 Check out The Ringer’s 2025 NBA Draft Guide for all the latest prospect rankings, draft…
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2025 NBA Draft Second-Round Reactions With Albert Ghim and Corey Tulaba
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1:04:40The 2025 NBA draft is officially in the books, so J. Kyle Mann is joined by Albert Ghim and Corey Tulaba from No Ceilings to react to the second night of the draft. (04:22) - Sell me on Egor Demin (11:30) - Second-round broadcast enhancements (15:26) - Picks 31-40 (43:58) - Picks 41-49 (54:19) - Rest of second round and final takeaways Check out Th…
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2025 NBA Draft First-Round Reactions With Danny Chau
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1:10:33With the first round in the books, J. Kyle Mann and Danny Chau get together and react to the first night of the NBA draft. (01:21) Teams in the top five (22:12) Teams in the 6-14 range (46:49) Teams in the 15-30 range Check out The Ringer’s 2025 NBA Draft Guide for all the latest prospect rankings, draft grades, and more! Host: J. Kyle Mann Guest: …
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The Suns' New Era, Maluach’s Potential, Raptors' Friskiness Level, and What Route Do the Sixers Take?
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1:19:31It’s draft week, as J. Kyle Mann is joined by Danny Chau to go through the latest draft news and expectations for the first round of the NBA draft on Wednesday night. They discuss how the Finals will affect the draft and offseason, expectations for the Suns now that they've traded Kevin Durant to the Rockets, different prospect scouting reports, an…
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Do the Spurs Draft Harper or Edgecombe? Plus: Drunk on Ace Bailey’s Potential and Who’s the Next T.J. McConnell With Tate Frazier.
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1:03:37With the draft just over a week away, J. Kyle Mann brings on Tate Frazier from One Shining Pod to discuss the stock of different prospects, including Ace Bailey and Kon Knueppel. They debate the different routes the Spurs could take if they draft Dylan Harper, Kevin Durant’s murky future, and which prospect can potentially be the new T.J. McConnell…
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Evaluation Process, Draft Strategy, and the Weak Link Theory With Sam Vecenie
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1:25:34With the NBA draft just two weeks away, J. Kyle Mann brings on The Athletic's Sam Vecenie to discuss his latest mock draft, the excitement and challenges that come with evaluating players, and the concept of the weak link theory in the NBA. They also explore the potential of various prospects and the factors that could contribute to their success o…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Lyn Lapid over Zoom video! Gold-Certified singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Lyn Lapid releases her long-awaited debut album, BUZZKILL, via Mercury Records—listen HERE. The 12-track album features her recently released singles “death wish,” “i’ll be happy when,” “coraline” and “buttons,” as well as the…
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P3's President on the Company's Evolution, Revolutionizing the NBA Combine, and the Future of Biomechanics in Basketball
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1:01:19J. Kyle Mann is joined by P3 president Eric Leidersdorf to break down what exactly P3 does and how they help develop athletes (01:44). They discuss the evolution of the company, the significance of the NBA combine, and the importance of understanding athletic traits such as deceleration and strength in basketball (09:02). Eric also describes the co…
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College Basketball Landscape, and Hornets Draft Expectations With Tate Frazier
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53:19J. Kyle Mann is joined by Tate Frazier from One Shining Podcast as they discuss the ongoing debate over evaluating players based on their physical tools versus their game tape, NIL’s effect on the NBA draft, upside for some of the players who decided to return to school, Michigan’s portal haul, and whether Florida can still be an elite team (02:25)…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Elliot James Reay over Zoom video! 23-year-old singer, guitarist, and songwriter Elliot James Reay returns with the irrepressibly upbeat new single, “Who Knew Dancing Was A Sin.” The soulful cut is built on an old school premise: Reay’s partner fears he’s been unfaithful when really he was just out dancing the ni…
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Egor Demin on Developing With Real Madrid, College Lessons, and Wanting to Play Big
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55:40BYU freshman guard Egor Demin joins J. Kyle Mann to discuss his basketball journey (03:13). They go through how Egor’s time with Real Madrid pushed his love for playing basketball, why he decided to go to BYU instead of playing professionally overseas, the mental experience gained while playing in college, and lessons he took after BYU’s blowout lo…
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Flagg Day in Dallas, the Spurs’ Options at No. 2, and More Draft Lottery Reactions
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1:12:53J. Kyle Mann is joined by The Ringer’s Danny Chau to process the 2025 NBA draft lottery. The guys discuss the bizarre past three months for the Mavericks, which somehow culminated in them landing the no. 1 pick (and likely Cooper Flagg), despite only having a 1.8 percent chance to do so. They talk through why they’re betting on Flagg’s NBA success …
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Ryan Kalkbrenner Talks Creighton, and NBA Draft Prep. Plus, Joe House on the Wizards’ Future.
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1:02:21J. Kyle Mann begins the show by talking to The Ringer’s Joe House about the upcoming NBA draft class and how some of the top prospects would fare with his beloved Washington Wizards (00:00). Then, 7-foot-1 center Ryan Kalkbrenner joins the show to discuss his evolution at Creighton, NBA hopes, some misconceptions surrounding his game, and more (33:…
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Adam Finkelstein on NIL and the Evolution of College Recruiting. Plus, Maxwell Baumbach on Under-the-Radar Prospects.
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1:25:33J. Kyle Mann welcomes CBS's Adam Finkelstein to talk about the evolution of college recruiting, the challenges of assessing young talent, the impact of NIL, and the rise of AI in scouting. Plus, they evaluate the NBA prospects of guys like Boogie Fland, Yaxel Lendeborg, Cooper Flagg, and AJ Dybantsa. After that, Maxwell Baumbach of No Ceilings join…
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Danny Wolf, Khaman Maluach, and Liam McNeeley Scouting Report With Ben Taylor
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1:04:10J. Kyle Mann is joined by Ben Taylor, author of ‘Thinking Basketball’ and creator of the Thinking Basketball YouTube channel, to break down the film and assess the potential of three prospects: Michigan’s Danny Wolf (22:06), Duke’s Khaman Maluach (35:47), and UConn’s Liam McNeeley (47:50). Check out The Ringer’s 2025 NBA Draft Guide for all the lat…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Christian Hayes over Zoom video! Capitol Records recording artist Christian Hayes has poetically drawn on his life experiences growing up in the foothills of Appalachia since his grandfather gifted him his first journal at seven years old. While his debut EP Last I Love You, released in September, followed Hayes’…
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Edgecombe, Harper, and Big Guard Scouting With Tom Crean
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56:24J. Kyle Mann is joined by ESPN college basketball analyst and former head coach Tom Crean in a new segment called Expert Witness (03:04). Tom shares his insight from his 20 years in coaching, discussing the importance of developing complete players and what he looked for when recruiting Anthony Edwards, Victor Oladipo, and Dwyane Wade. They also br…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Highly Suspect over Zoom video! Never content to follow, Highly Suspect push rock music forward by trusting their instincts and raising a middle finger to everything else. The multi-GRAMMY® Award-nominated and gold-certified band - Johnny Stevens [vocals, guitar], Ryan Meyer [drums, vocals], Rich Meyer [bass, voc…
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Climbers, Divers, and Underrated Prospects from the College Basketball Season
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1:02:41J. Kyle Mann is joined by The Athletic's senior NBA draft writer, Sam Vecenie as they discuss the ever-growing interest in the NBA draft and how Sam manages to scout players while living halfway across the world in Australia (01:50). While discussing his scouting process, Sam shares his scouting report on BYU freshman guard Egor Demin and why he co…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Bo Staloch over Zoom video! Capitol Records will release Bo Staloch’s The Garden, a stunning six-song showcase of visceral alt-folk and Americana. Family means everything to the Austin-born, Nashville-based singer-songwriter – it was their unconditional love and support that encouraged him to pour his soul into m…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Fastball over Zoom video! Formed in 1994 in Austin, Texas, Fastball combined a fondness for melodic, Beatles-inspired pop with the alternative aesthetic of late-'90s mainstream rock. Guitarist/vocalist Miles Zuniga, bassist/vocalist Tony Scalzo, and drummer Joey Shuffield — all veterans of Austin's underground ro…
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The Archetypes and Potentials of Ace Bailey, Tre Johnson, and Jase Richardson
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56:24J. Kyle Mann and Danny Chau discuss Rutgers's freshman wing Ace Bailey and his potential at the next level (03:44). They discuss player comps for Bailey, his shooting and athleticism, and whether there are any good fits for him among the teams atop the lottery standings. Next, the guys discuss the NBA potentials of two freshman guards: Texas's Tre …
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Cali Tucker over Zoom video! Daughter of renowned recording artist LaCosta Tucker and niece of the famed Tanya Tucker, Cali Tucker hails from Nashville, Tennessee and has been hitting full throttle throughout her career. She gained national recognition on Season 6 of The Voice after joining Team Blake and becomin…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing joan over Zoom video! Beloved alt-pop duo joan, who have garnered over 200 million global streams and more than one million monthly listeners across streaming platforms, have unveiled their latest single "face" via Photo Finish Records. Co-written with Cris Stayton and co-written/produced by joan—Alan Benjamin Th…
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Interview with Sofía Valdés (Sofía Returns!)
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38:59We had the pleasure of interviewing Sofía Valdés over Zoom video! Acclaimed Panamanian singer-songwriter Sofía Valdés unveils her anxiously awaited self-titled debut album, Sofía Valdés, out now via Warner Records. In bringing the 10-track album to life, Sofía worked extensively with producers Michael Uzowuru (known for his work on groundbreaking a…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing sym fera over Zoom video! Los Angeles-based sym fera are a duo that make atmospheric electronic rock music (reminiscent of early Nine Inch Nails) with an interesting twist - nobody knew who was in the band. This mysterious nature and captivating melodies had intrigued listeners, with their single 11/8 amassing ov…
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Can Cooper Flagg Win an MVP? Plus: Khaman Maluach’s Defensive Potential, Al Horford's Hips, and the Draft Guide Process.
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51:41'The Ringer’s NBA Draft Show' is back! Join J. Kyle Mann and Danny Chau as they share their experience building this year’s NBA Draft Guide, from their process for ranking the prospects to how they came up with the comp clouds (01:55). They then debate the MVP potential of Duke’s Cooper Flagg and Rutgers's Dylan Harper (14:06). Next, they discuss w…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Hudson Thames over Zoom video! Prolific songwriter, performer, and actor Hudson Thames has shared his soul-soothing debut album BAMBINO, available to stream now on all DSPs worldwide via Loaded Dice Entertainment. The album is laced with moody pop anthems, deeply emotional ballads, and genuinely timeless songwrit…
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Interview with Ziggy Alberts (Ziggy Returns!)
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53:49We had the pleasure of interviewing Ziggy Alberts over Zoom video! Ziggy Alberts is no stranger to success, having built a dedicated global following through a combination of steadfast touring, captivating songwriting, and an independent ethos that has seen him thrive without the backing of a major label. An artist who has mastered the acoustic cha…
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The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann takes an in-depth look at who’s got next for the NBA’s future as he brings you 'The Ringer’s NBA Draft Show.' He’ll drop his takes on the rising and falling stocks of the best and brightest prospects in the 2025 draft class. This is a podcast for fans of every team, whether you’re tanking for ping-pong balls or you’re in s…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Liang Lawrence over Zoom video! London-based singer-songwriter Liang Lawrence shares her new single “Kiss My Apocalypse” via The Other Songs. Featuring fuzzy, serotonin-boosting electric guitars, the new song is an unabashed declaration of love and commitment. Lawrence said of the song: “‘Kiss My Apocalypse’ is p…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing BØRNS over Zoom video! Chart-topping, platinum recording artist BØRNS has shared his timeless new EP Honeybee, available to stream now on all DSPs worldwide. The release puts BØRNS’ full spectrum of songwriting on display, paying homage to 60s and 70s icons like Elton John, The Beach Boys, and ELO. Honeybee serve…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Slow Joy over Zoom video! Slow Joy, the solo project of Dallas based, New Mexican born Chicano artist Esteban Flores, is thrilled to announce his first official US headline tour. The February 2025 run has Flores out supporting his Mi Amigo Slow Joy EP, which was released June 7th, 2024 via Mick Music. Produced by…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Hinder over Zoom video! Lately, Hinder are feeling the intensity of a new energy. Nearly two decades into their career, the multiplatinum band hasn’t just endured as a fixture of modern rock—it’s evolved. The versatile Oklahoma City-based quartet creates emotionally compelling rock, from hard-hitting anthems to s…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Grace Davies over Zoom video! Grace Davies unveils her latest single 'Another Night,' a masterfully crafted, feel-good pop anthem which showcases her remarkable vocals and creative talent within songwriting & music production. The track's infectious energy immediately captivates listeners, creating an irresistibl…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Haven Madison over Zoom video! American Idol star, praised as the “next big Pop star” by one of the best-selling music artists in history, Katy Perry, Haven Madison recently released her latest single ‘Obsessed’ via 19 Recordings/BBR Music Group. The song follows the release of Madison’s label-debut EP, Turn Off …
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Atlas Genius over Zoom video! Australian-based brothers, Atlas Genius are thrilled to release their new album End of the Tunnel. The band has put together a special recipe for the new collection of songs. Album ingredients: Lost love, guilt, passion, a dash of social commentary, existential crises, reckless aband…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Ira Dean over Zoom video! Ira Dean, is a multifaceted musician and acclaimed songwriter. Dean’s musical talent became widely recognized when he joined the dynamic country music trio Trick Pony in the late 1990s. Serving as the bassist and contributing vocalist for the group, Dean played a pivotal role in shaping …
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Lindsay Ell over Zoom video! Platinum-selling singer, songwriter and musician Lindsay Ell releases her most personal and inspired music to date with her eagerly awaited EP, love myself, out now via Universal Music Canada, the country’s leading music company. The first project that Lindsay Ell has co-produced, lov…
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Interview with Amythyst Kiah (Amythyst Kiah Returns!)
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45:06We had the pleasure of interviewing Amythyst Kiah over Zoom video! GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter Amythyst Kiah shares her new album, Still + Bright via Rounder Records. Produced by Butch Walker (Taylor Swift, Green Day and Weezer) and recorded at his Nashville studio, the 12-track album is a vital new addition to Kiah’s body of work, one large…
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Interview with BabyJake (Jake Returns!)
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1:19:20We had the pleasure of interviewing BabyJake over Zoom video! Florida-born Jake Herring, known professionally as BabyJake, may have appeared to be an overnight success, but his journey to the spotlight was anything but instantaneous. His hit single Cigarettes on Patios took off in 2019, garnering 200M+ streams and earning him a certified gold recor…
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