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Our season finale features an interview with one of the most recognizable names in indie rock: Ryan Miller of Guster.
Ryan joins us in-studio to discuss 30 years of the band, dive bars, the second leg of the âWe Also Have Erasâ tour, Safety Not Guaranteed, Jersey Mikeâs subs, and how the band might have not-so-secretly started Street Teams.
Merch, tour dates, and more can be found at Guster.com. Be sure to stay connected by following @Guster across social media. Their newest LP âOoh La Laâ is available to stream and purchase wherever you consume music.
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We are on social media @LoadInPodcast and everything you could possibly want or need from Troy and Pauly is available on our official website: LoadInPodcast.com
Weâll be back with Season Two in January. Thank you for all the love and support.
Onward and Upward.
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Episode 34 of âLoad-In Through the Backâ features a conversation with outlaw country up-and-comer Tony Martinez.
Tonyâs debut LP âEverywhere Westâ chronicles his life in music by way of the Vans Warped Tour and performing alongside his musical father. In our conversation, Tony discusses collaborating with Yelawolf, his creative process, and how a scorpion sting saved his life.
Make sure you follow Tony across social media @TonyMartinezMusic, and make sure to âsubscribeâ and âfollowâ our show wherever you consume podcasts.
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Happy Thanksgiving *week* and welcome to Episode 33 of âLoad-In Through the Back!â Our guest today is the founder and frontman of one of the most iconic college radio bands of all-time: Art Alexakis of Everclear!
During their three-decade long career, Everclear has amassed 12 Top-40 Hits, and garnered a GRAMMY Award Nomination in 1998. The band still writes, records, and tours annually.
Art joins us from the road (mid-headlining tour alongside Marcy Playground) to chat about the Dallas Cowboys and Seattle Seahawks, bartering for creative control, channeling inspiration from the Jackson 5, the package tour insurgency, and so much more.
Everclear is heading to New Zealand to begin 2025 and will also perform on the â90s Cruise. You can stay up-to-date with Art and crew via social media @Everclear, or at their official website: EverclearMusic.com.
Make sure you âsubscribeâ and âfollowâ our show wherever you consume podcasts. If you still canât get enough, weâre across the web @LoadInPodcast and at our official website: LoadInPodcast.com.
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Our guest on Episode 32 of âLoad-In Through the Backâ is unlike any other.
Kurt Deimer is an oil tycoon turned actor turned rock star. He is most likely the only guest we will ever have that has been killed by Michael Myers in a Halloween movie, and is even more likely the only guest to be slaughtered on screen and then sell-out shows with Skid Row.
In this interview we discuss Kurtâs unique journey to current-day, his creative process, making a name for himself in the hard rock scene, his upcoming double album, and more.
Follow @kurtdeimer on social media and stay up-to-date on upcoming releases and tour announcements.
As always, make sure to âsubscribe,â âfollow,â and tell someone you know about our show.
We are online @LoadInPodcast, and at our official website: LoadInPodcast.com.
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Today we take a *virtual* trip to Charleston, South Carolina and chat with singer, guitarist, and founding member of Hootie & the Blowfish: Mark Bryan!
Fresh off Hootieâs âSummer Camp with Trucksâ amphitheater tour featuring Collective Soul and Edwin McCain, Mark recently released his fourth solo record, âPopped,â on October 24th, 2024.
In this interview, Mark discusses compartmentalizing his songwriting, the evolution of multimedia in live performing, keeping the classics fresh, and also gives us one heck of a Darius Rucker impersonation.
Grab a physical copy of âPoppedâ at markbryanmusic.com, or give it a stream wherever music is stole(n). Mark is also on social mediaâ @markbryanmusic.
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Get your fill of âLoad-In Through the Backâ across social media, @LoadInPodcast, and check out our official website: LoadInPodcast.com.
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Well, the search for our funniest guest is officially over. Episode 30 of âLoad-In Through the Backâ brings an interview with Americana singer/songwriter Steve Poltz.
Steve has released ten (yes, ten) acclaimed solo records, fronted a darling indie band entitled the Rugburns, and co-wrote âYou Were Meant With Meâ with Jewel. He plays hundreds of shows across the United States, Canada, and beyond annually with everyone from Brett Dennen to Deer Tick.
Admittedly, this is less of a music interview and more of a P O L T Z interviewâ full of quips, stories, and a whole lot of personality.
If you want to get to know Steve, youâve come to the right place.
Make sure to check out upcoming tour dates at Poltz.com, and follow @StevePoltz to stay informed on new releases and general debauchery.
If you still havenât checked it out, LoadInPodcast.com is the new home for all things this podcast. You can still find us on Facebook, X, Threads, and Instagram: @LoadInPodcast.
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Episode 29 of âLoad-In Through the Backâ features a conversation with drummer Andrew Stravers of the band Katastro.
Stravs joins us following an emotional weekend of headlining shows at the Marquee Theater in Tempe, Arizona.
Following a 2022 studio session, the bandâs lead singer and co-founder Andy Chaves tragically passed away in a car accident. Since then, the remaining members have forged ahead to complete their last studio album: âUntil the End of Time.â The LP features Chavesâ lead vocals on every track, as well as guest vocalists Rome Ramirez, Jared Watson and Duddy B of the Dirty Heads, and John O'Callaghan of the Maine.
The band and their producers spent countless hours compiling demo recordings and unused studio takes of Chaves to complete the album over the past two years, and recently performed a string of shows to celebrate the project's release.
In this interview we discuss the process of compiling Andyâs vocal tracks, the catharsis of performing live following the albumâs release, life on the road, and baby socks⊠yes, baby socks.
Make sure to visit KatastroMusic.com for exclusive merchandise including âUntil the End of Timeâ vinyl records, and stay connected with band members via social media using the handle @Katastro.
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Thereâs nothing bittersweet about todayâs conversation, it is ALL sweet. Our guest on Episode 28 of âLoad-In Through the Backâ is Big Head Todd & the Monsters!
Lead singer Todd Park Mohr joins Troy and Pauly to chat about the 40th Anniversary of the band, being broadcast in space, sliding backwards down a Tahoe mountain road, and jamming with blues royalty. Todd also FULLY indulges Pauly with gear talk.
The band recently released their 12th studio album, âHer Way Out,â and is heading out on a celebratory 40th Anniversary tour, which is covering most of the United States through 2025.
Make sure to stay up-to-date with the band by following @b.h.t.m across social media, and grab tickets for a show near you at BigHeadTodd.com.
Remember to check out our website, LoadInPodcast.com, where you can find additional content, past episodes, and direct links to all our social media pages.
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Our guest on Episode 27 is alt-country singer/songwriter Tommy Prine!
Tommy is the son of music legend John Prine, and released his debut record âThis Far Southâ in 2023 to critical acclaim. Admittedly, Tommy was late to the worlds of songwriting and touring, but he is certainly making up for lost time, releasing a constant string of both original and cover singles, all while headlining clubs across North America.
In this interview we discuss his unlikely influences, re-writing his debut album, playlist submission, and hand percussionists.
Stay up-to-date with Tommy by following @TommyPrineMusic on social media, and be sure to check out TommyPrine.com.
Remember, we have a brand-new website, LoadInPodcast.com, and are on all your favorite socialsâ @LoadInPodcast. Want to send us an email? Go for it. [email protected].
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We had two tickets to Iron Maiden, baby, but we skipped it to chat with Brendan B. Brown of the legendary band Wheatus on Episode 26 of âLoad-In Through the Back!â
BBB joins us to discuss the âDirtbags Across Americaâ Tour heading to Hawaii (after hitting the continental 48 states in 2024), headlining a Black Metal festival, recording their iconic debut album in his momâs basement, new music, and (of course) the bucket hat.
SPOILER ALERT: Brendan gives us an EXCLUSIVE live performance to end our interview, and it is as awesome as it sounds. Donât skip out early.
You can find tour dates and more at Wheatus.com or across social media by following @WheatusOfficial.Make sure to check out LoadInPodcast.com and âlikeâ or âfollowâ @LoadInPodcast on Facebook, X, Instagram, and Threads.
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Adam joins us on the road (literally, from his van en route to a private performance) to chat about collaborating with John Oates of Hall & Oates, his non-profit RallySound and their annual festival the Ramble, his songwriting process, and everything in between.
A new collaboration with John Oates is out today (November 1st, 2024) entitled âJuna Please,â and his Fall/Winter tour will be hitting Burlington, Vermont next Friday, November 8th.
Stay up-to-date with Adam and the gang @AdamEzraGroup, or check out their official website: AdamEzra.com.
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Episode 24 of âLoad-In Through the Backâ features a conversation with founding member, lead guitarist, and vocalist Johnny Hickman of alt-Americana rockers: Cracker.
You remember the band from their iconic â90s hits âTeen Angst (What the World Needs Now)â and âLow.â Their â93 album âKerosene Hatâ is widely regarded as one of the decade's best, and they are STILL incredibly active on the road and in-studio.
Heading into their 35th Anniversary as a band, the group recently announced âAlternative History: A Career Retrospective,â which will be released on vinyl, CD, and digitally, featuring unheard collaborations, demos, and alternative arrangements of their iconic catalog. The first single featuring the Drive-By Truckers, âSick of Goodbyes,â is out now.
Johnny and Troy discuss the gear that got away, the band's ravenous fan base, maintaining creative and artistic relevance, and (of course) the Counting Crows.
Check out CrackerSoul.com for upcoming tour dates, merchandise, and more. Still canât get enough? @TheBandCracker is active across all major social media platforms.
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No bears were harmed in the recording of this podcast, despite the title of our guests debut LP.
Brian and Stephen of Washington, D.C. rock and rollers Brian K & the Parkway join us to discuss Bruce Springsteen, a seven-year-long delayed solo project, Spinal Tap, and (possibly) getting stiffed by the Washington Mystics.
You can find out more about Brian K & the Parkway, and gain access to tour dates and merchandise at BrianKAndTheParkway.com, and make sure to give them a âlikeâ or âfollowâ on your social media of choiceâ @BrianKAndTheParkway.
As always, we are across the internet @LoadInPodcast, or you could send us a direct line to [email protected] with comments, concerns, suggestions, or gifts.
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It is an absolute honor to introduce you all to our friend Lauren Calve on Episode 22 of âLoad-In Through the Back!â
Lauren recently released her full-length LP âShiftâ, which was recorded at 3Sirens Music Group in Nashville with producer, engineer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Dex Green (Margo Price, Allison Russell).In this interview, Troy, Pauly, and Lauren discuss the creative process, her musical origin story, the Columbia House CD club, fighting country stereotypes, storytelling, and (of course) the strangest load-in she has ever had.
Be sure to follow along with Lauren across the internet @LaurenCalve and on her official website: LaurenCalve.com.Per usual, we are on X, Instagram, Threads, and Facebook @LoadInPodcast.If you have a suggestion or concern, drop us a line at [email protected]
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No, youâre not out of your head⊠our guest on Episode 21 of âLoad-In Through the Backâ is frontman and founder of â90s rockers Fastball, Tony Scalzo.
Tony joins Troy and Paul to chat about the newest record âSonic Ranch,â package tours, surprising co-writes, coming to terms with the stereotypes that surround the music of himself and his peers, the greatest drum fill of all-time, and so much more.
Before you ask, YES, we talk about âThe Way.â Youâre welcome.
You can find the Fastball catalog wherever you consume music, plus rarities and exclusive content is available on their Patreon page. Links can be found on their official website, fastballtheband.com. They are also on social media @fastballtheband.
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Todayâs guest comes to us from the Granite State by way of Massachucetts and Floridaâ just wait, it gets even more interestingâ heâs a reggae rock singer/songwriter⊠yeah, itâs as cool as it sounds.
Todayâs guest is Joe Samba.
Joe has made a name for himself touring relentlessly across the US with acts like Pepper, Sublime with Rome, Dirty Heads, and Mihali. His latest LP, âLifelineâ, was released on L.A.W. Records September 27th, 2024, and features collaborations with Mihali, Wax, Jarv, and Eric Krasno.
Find merch, tour dates, and more at JoeSamba.com, and follow Joe on social media @JoeSambaMusic for behind-the-scenes content, updates, and insights!
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Feel free to shoot us an email at LoadInThroughTheBack.com.
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We are not dinosaurs, but we are podcasters, and we are talking with kindie rock icon Laurie Berkner on Episode 19 of âLoad-In Through the Back!â
From performing in preschool classrooms and childrenâs birthday parties to selling out theaters, arenas, and punk-rock clubs (oh, youâll hear about it), Laurie Berknerâs three-decade-long life in music has been one unlike many others.
You would be hard-pressed to find a more relevant and respected figure in Childrenâs Music than Laurie Berkner, with a catalog featuring such classic hits as âWe Are the Dinosaurs,â âBumblebee (Buzz Buzz),â and âRocketship Run.â
In this interview we discuss Laurieâs influences prior to the Laurie Berkner Band, the art of touring and performing for children, the Talking Heads, and more.
You can find out more about Laurie Berkner and the Laurie Berkner Band online @laurieberknerband, and find a show near you at laurieberkner.comâ we assure you, your kids will love it. But maybe you shouldnât take parenting advice from this podcast?
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Episode 18 of âLoad-In Through the Backâ is a conversation with Red Wanting Blue frontman Scott Terry!
The Ohio rockers affectionately known as RWB to their legions of loyal fans have been writing, recording, and traveling behind their original music since 1996, sharing bills with artists like Counting Crows, O.A.R., and the Roots! Their music has been played on MTV, VH1, and was featured in Abercrombie & Fitch stores across the United States!
In this episode Scott and Troy become best friends. Well, at least in Troyâs head. They talk about life on the road, the best roadside stops, navigating an ever-changing recording process in todayâs modern landscape, and the records that influenced Scott and RWB.
The band recently released a cover of Warren Zevonâs classic âLawyers, Guns, and Moneyâ across all streaming platforms.
Check out their upcoming tour dates and pick up a physical copy of their latest LP âLight It Upâ at RedWantingBlue.com, and come along for the ride at @RedWantingBlue across social media.
Keep us in the algorithm by following this show on Spotify as well as on Instagram, X, Threads, and Facebookâ @LoadInPodcast.
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That podcast last night was awfully crazy, I wish we taped itâ well, youâre in luck, because we did!
Our guest on Episode 17 of âLoad-In Through the Backâ is rapper and producer Asher Roth! You remember Ash from his break-out 2009 hit âI Love Collegeâ and his critically acclaimed âGreenhouse Effectâ mixtape series, but he is much more than that.
In this interview, Troy, Pauly, and Asher discuss the upcoming European tour, stepping out from the shadow of his iconic debut album, MySpace, collaborating with artists of all statuses and genres, his Taco Bell order, and which XXL â09 Freshman Classmate he would most like to collaborate with.
Visit retrohash.com for tour dates, new releases, and merchandise. You can also find Asher Roth across social media @AsherRoth.
Help us remain viable in your algorithm and the algorithms of others by âfollowingâ our show on Spotify and checking out our social media pages! We are on Facebook, X, Threads, and Instagramâ @LoadInPodcast.
Feel free to shoot us an email with feedback, guest suggestions, and/or gifts at [email protected].
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Today we are joined by founder and guitarist of the L E G E N D A R Y Dallas nĂŒ-metal band Drowning Pool: CJ Pierce.
Since bursting onto the scene with the 2001 LP âSinnerâ featuring the hit single âBodies,â the Drowning Pool story is one full of successes and setbacksâ including the death of their original lead singer, Dave Williams, performing as a headlining act at Ozzfest, record label turmoil, and building lifelong friendships through music.
On Episode 16 of âLoad-In Through the Back,â Troy and Pauly chat with CJ about the new single, âRevolution (the Final Amen),â his iconic guitar tone, reuniting with singer Ryan McCombs, the bandâs friendship with Dimebag Darrell, two decades of radio and licensing hits, the creative process, and more.
Make sure to follow Drowning Pool on social media @DrowningPoolOfficial, and check out tour dates and new releases at DrowningPool.live.
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