Rae & The Ragdolls: Genre-Blending and Dream-Chasing
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In this episode, I catch up with Will and Rae from Atlanta’s rising eclectic rock band Rae & The Ragdolls—a group known for their genre-blending sound, heartfelt songwriting, and infectious energy on stage.
The duo opens up about the late-night ritual that inspired their dreamy track “Moon Tipper,” how they juggle college life with a packed tour schedule, and why they believe passion should always come before profit.
We get into:
🌈 The band’s biggest musical inspirations (and a few unexpected ones)
🎒 Balancing student life with band life—yes, finals and festivals
🔥 A behind-the-scenes look at the song they love performing most
✨ Advice for new artists: stay curious and just go for it
Stick around till the end for a live in-studio clip of “Moon Tipper.”
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To see more from Rae & The Ragdolls, visit their website https://www.raeandtheragdolls.com/
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Rae and the Ragdolls (00:00:00)
2. The Story Behind 'Moon Tipper' (00:00:31)
3. Musical Influences and Inspirations (00:02:53)
4. Balancing Music and Education (00:05:35)
5. Advice for Aspiring Musicians (00:07:19)
6. Live Performance of 'Moon Tipper' (00:10:00)
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