ruby and spontaneous overflowings - a conversation with william h. travis & friends
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In this unique episode, Ben explores the world of The Fellowship of Love with William H. Travis. The main interview portion of this episode was recorded at Elmwood Park in Bethlehem, and the live-music recording as well as supplemental interviews with friends and collaborators were recorded on July 27, 2025, live at the Compact Disc Center for the very first "Ruby" vinyl release show.
William H. Travis (AKA Travis Hobbie) is a singer/songwriter from the Lehigh Valley. Travis is a local singer/songwriter who has performed in and around the Lehigh Valley, in both solo shows and in groups. Most recently, he has been performing alongside Alex Luquet, Rebecca Nunes, John Morgan Kimock, and Justin Mazer. Currently, he is in the process of rolling out his newest album, "Ruby" on vinyl.
You can find William H. Travis on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, his website, YouTube, and (begrudgingly) on Spotify & Apple Music.
To purchase the Ruby Vinyl online, visit Square of Opposition Records' website! And keep up with Chris Reject/Square of Opposition Records/LVAC on Instagram!
The next "Ruby" vinyl release show will be at Apport Used Books in Emmaus on Saturday, September 13, at 7pm. William H. Travis will be joined by Chelsea Smarr and Super Infinity! There is a suggested donation of $10 for those attending the concert. Additionally, there will be a limited edition version of "Ruby" along with posters and art by Miki Tamura.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to help make this episode a reality! There are so many people who lended their thoughts, wonderful voices, and ideas on how to make this episode what it is. Some of those individuals include: @_wyattpaul_, @mozzle_liam, @_kellyeah, @leahmccann45, @veggie_benji, @mamphibian, @johngalm, @jberkjj, @dearmisty, @lavalampbebop, @pantaloop and so many more!
And thank you to Colin Hart for helping to capture, edit, and mix the live-music recording at the Compact Disc Center! This episode truly came to life through the weaving of the live show with the interviews, and it couldn't have been done without him!
Lastly, shoutout to Nathan Allebach, host of the show "What's Really Good," who interviewed William H. Travis and provided boundless information to build this interview and episode off of! You can listed to that episode here if you would like to learn more!
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