All Jammed Up

Joey Babick is the drummer of Dogs in a Pile and I got to sit down with him for about half an hour before their show at Jannus Live last week. We sit down and discuss the steady rise of Dogs in a Pile, festival season, Frank Zappa, and his shared love of horror films. These guys are on an absolute tear right now. Go see them wherever you can! Links to support Joey: https://dogsinapileofficial.com/...

Chris Dyer is an artist who's work can be found all over the world. We discuss his street gang upbringing in Canada, tree planting, keys to a quality sketch session, and his secret talent as a DJ. Links to support Chris: https://positivecreations.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/chris_dyer/ Outro Music: "Cars" by Kendall Street Company Presented by: MusicNeverStopped (IG: MusicNeverStopped) Sponsored...

Today we got Mike Muthafunkin' Goodman on the pod! He is the bass guitar player for one of the hottest jam bands out right now, Eggy. We discuss his jazz roots, the deep meaning behind the name Eggy, he explains what "being in the pocket" means, and we compare New Haven pizza to NYC Pizza. We're back with a new Chloe's Corner where we discuss our weekend at Tipper and Friends and so much more! Lin...

We have the man himself, Lane Flexner or as you may know him Calico Phlex. Lane owns his own screen printing business and we dive into what inspired him to get to where he is now, making a shirt for Trey Anastasio AND meeting him at Red Rocks, his journey to sobriety, and his relationship with legendary clogger, Zeb Ross. PS today is Lane's birthday. Go tell him Happy Birthday! Links to suppor...

On today's episode we have Pat and AP from the band, Hot Like Mars. We discuss their new album: One Way Ticket Up, AP's impressive producing skills, Pat's killer understanding of the algorithm, and their big festival season coming up. We close with a different segment called Cousin's Corner honoring our grandpa who passed last week. Links to support Hot Like Mars: https://www.instagram.com/hotlike...

He's baaaaaack. It's a milestone episode with Alex Bazemore. We recap playing with Fireside Collective, making up words, and the crystal beneath Asheville. Check it out!!! Links to support Alex: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/alex_bazemore/?hl=en⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/feefiphauxfish/⁠ ⁠https://www.sunsofstarsmusic.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/amabelleeband/ Outro Music: "Cars&qu...

Salem Ofa is a tattoo artist, deadhead, and the creator of the first ever cataloged and published image collection of Grateful Dead inspired tattoos called "Gratefully Tattooed". This was an awesome interview where we discuss growing up in San Francisco, following the Dead in the 90s, yearly trips to the Amazon, and his upcoming mural on Haight-Ashbury. All my deadheads are going to want to check...

Today's guest is Jon Stickley. He is apart of many projects including the Jon Stickley Trio, Sticks and Thorns, and more! We discuss the progression of starting with electric guitar to being one of the best flatpickers out there, filling in for Billy Strings at Renewal, David Grisman, and how being a father has changed his outlook as a professional musician. This is a can't miss episode! Support J...

We got the whole band together, folks! Awesome interview with the guys from Arkansauce. We talk their roots with some metal influences, what they like to do when bored on the road, and some fun facts about what goes into making a set list. An extra long Chloe's Corner where we review Hulaween's line up and *checks note* worm grunting? Support Arkansauce: https://www.arkansaucemusic.com/tourhttps:/...

We got a little drunk and talked about conspiracy theories and a bunch of other topics friends talk about. If you like this episode you're a real fan. PS: I did not edit this interview, but Ethan is the man and we'll do this again more sober...maybe Outro Music: "Cars" by Kendall Street Company Presented by: MusicNeverStopped (IG: MusicNeverStopped) Sponsored by: ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://dev...

Buckle up, folks. We got a long one today. When I first moved to Asheville and started going to shows, there was an older man with dreads that I constantly saw and he seemed like the nicest, most fun guy. After a few more shows, we got to talking and quickly became friends with him. Stephen is a light to anyone he meets and I think the people that know him can attest to that. We sit down and discu...

On today's episode I sit down with Nathan Aronowitz, better know as Sugarlegg. Sugarlegg is an extremely talented musician who plays in Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country and Freedom Junction. It's an awesome interview where we discuss Jimi Hendrix, formative psychedelic experiences, being a church minister at 18, and recording a solo album after a surgery. Support Sugarlegg: https://www.i...

Jed Harrelson is an independent, blues-rock artist with a whole lot of soul. I found him a year or so back from an IG reel, and been loving his music ever since. When I started the podcast, I knew I wanted to interview him and although he may not be your typical jamband, this band certainly jams. We discuss his roots as a musician, growing up in Texarkana, how some of his biggest hits came to be,...

On today's episode we have local Asheville musician, Hannah Ramsey. Hannah has been playing piano since 3 years old and we explore her evolution of being a musician and the types of new music she's discovered on the way. We do a DEEP DIVE into Gamehendge and explore all kinds of Phish lore. It's a real fun one and I think you guys are going to enjoy it! Support Hannah: https://www.instagram.com/fe...

Louis Smith is the frontman for Kendall Street Company. They are a band I have known and loved for awhile and I was stoked to finally get to sit down and get to know him. We talk about talent show shenanigans, hungover field trips, on-stage chemistry, and much more. Check it out now and go pre-save their new single "Dustmites". Link Below!!!!Support Louis: https://open.spotify.com/prerel...

No intro or outro today. Kept it pretty simple, I have been sick as a dog all day, but I wanted to get an episode out for the people! On today's episode, I sat down with Dan from Dan and the Fam, a psychedelic groove band from Richmond, VA. It's a good, long interview and we discuss the origins of Dan's Dead fandom, School of Rocks influence on wanting to be in a band, going to JMU, and the very i...

Ethan Heller is the guitar player for the band, The Snozzberries. We discuss living on a hippie commune, changing sounds as a band, Jam Cruise 2025, and so much more. Keep your eyes out for a new album coming soon. These boys are killin' it! Check Out the Snozzberries: https://www.instagram.com/thesnozzberriesavl?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Outro Music: "Cars" by...

Steven Berry is a local Asheville jewelry maker and engraver, who happens to be a big ol' deadhead and fan of Billy Strings. We talk what got him into the Dead, following Dead and Co. around in a school bus, going to Europe for Dark Star Orchestra, and we do a deep dive into his business and growth as an artist. Support Steven's business: website: https://stevenberrydesigns.myshopify.com/?...

Woowee folks! We got Andy Frasco on the pod in person ! An absolute blast of an interview and someone I hope we have on again down the road. We discuss his new single "Crazy Things", music videos, great American rock bands, and the Lakers playoff chances. Tons of laughs, but some serious conversation too. Also, stoked to announce a new partnership with MusicNeverStopped as well. Check them out on...

Check out the production on this one, folks! Finally, starting to figure out how to make this more enjoyable for my people who watch the video. On top of that, we have an absolute banger of an interview with the folks from Mountain Grass Unit. Outro Music: "Cars" by Kendall Street Company Sponsored by:⁠ https://devilsfootbrew.com/⁠⁠ https://oneworldbrewing.com/ Check out MGU Tour Dates:...

We made it to double digits! This was supposed to be a one-on-one interview, but Sean brought the whole gang with him. And we sure are glad he did! I sit down with Sean, Mason, Manus, Troy, and GiGi. We chat about Sean playing with Billy Strings, the perception of being "on the road", and we finish with a little jam sesh. Also, an extra long Chloe's Corner where we recap Billy Strings weekend 2! I...

You guys seemed to really enjoy the lot podcast last week, so I got back on lot and interviewed some more people! I think this week's episode was a lot of fun and the editing is MUCH better. It was so awesome meeting so many people in Asheville for Billy these past two weeks! Shouts out to Ryan Heldman for winning the ticket giveaway! Intro Music: "Leadfoot" by Billy Strings Outro Music: "Cars" by...

I sat down with Luke and Cooper from the band Pickety Split. They are a new bluegrass band based out of Eastern North Carolina. We discuss what got them into bluegrass, balancing career with passions, and much more. They even play us an original to wrap up the interview! Intro Music: "Leadfoot" by Billy StringsOutro Music: "Cars" by Kendall Street CompanySponsored by:https://de...

On today's episode we do something a little different. I posted up on Billy Strings' lot and interviewed all different kinds of folks for their short stories. Some are funny, some are interesting, and some are inspiring. It was a really fun experience for me, and I hope to do it again down the road. I do apologize for any issues with sound/video throughout. I did my best to edit all the issues out...

I chat with Jared from the band Big Shrimp. We talk his new solo album, forming new bands, the business side of the music industry, being a Phish fan, and the Super Bowl. Keep an eye for his solo album, Vexatiously Gracious, dropping next Friday, February 14th. It will be available on all streaming platforms. Intro Music: "Leadfoot" by Billy Strings Outro Music: "Cars" by Kenda...