Interstate Of Music

Join us as we talk all things strings with Rock Clouser of KHS America and Lanikai Ukuleles. Rock has spent nearly his entire life in the music industry, whether it was on-stage, behind the scenes, or in… a war reenactment? Rock has been in almost every nook and cranny of the industry, and he’s got the knowledge to prove it. Tune in as Rock joins us for a discussion about a variety of string instr...

Fresh off his 3rd place finish on America’s Got Talent, country sensation Drake Milligan joins us backstage at Billy Bob’s to give an inside look at his career, his music, and who he is personally. Don’t miss our exclusive interview with America’s hottest rising country star!

Micah Edwards — aptly nicknamed, "Mr. Texas Soul" — is making noticeable waves with his debut studio album, and his unique, unforgettable blend of styles. Utilizing aspects of jazz, neo-soul, pop, and even country, Micah is truly one in a million in terms of his musicianship. The most amazing part about Micah, however, is that his personality is one in a billion. He's remarkably intelligent, loves...

Everybody has a song that helps them forget about the stresses of life for a little while — it's one of the things that makes music so magical. Neal Sarin, however, has taken this to the next level, and he's backing it with science. Neal is the founder of Sona, a revolutionary therapy app that uses AI to select restorative music that helps to relieve anxiety within the listener. He's also an A&amp...

With a proven track record of success in both his musical and business endeavors, Tony Goff truly embodies what it means to be a “renaissance man”. He’s played in multiple bands, currently works on multiple music projects, and even lived the Hollywood rocker life. And on top of all this? He currently owns and operates multiple successful businesses. It’s safe to say that Tony has learned and maste...

With over 40 years of experience as a rock singer and drummer, Tedi Brunetti has more than her fair share of tales. She's lived the rock star experience in full, from touring, to recording, and everything in between. She's still an active rock and roller, with multiple song and album releases planned for the near future. She's got a multitude of unforgettable stories and insightful pieces of wisdo...

Have you ever wondered how the sound in major movies, TV shows, and video games sounds so... real? Well, Nuno Fonseca knows the answer. In fact, he invented the answer! Nuno is the creator and CEO of Sound Particles, a sound design software made to bring SFX to life by giving them a 3-D virtual world of audio. He's used his passion for technology, sound, and cinema to build an absolutely revolutio...

As one of the most in-demand tango pianists in the United States, Emiliano Messiez has more than proven himself as a premier performer, composer, and music director. He’s played for crowds at world-famous venues all around the globe, and even has experience as the pianist in the Broadway show, Forever Tango , which has been seen by over eight million people! In this week’s episode, we get to hear...

With a lifetime of singing experience and a college education in vocal performance, Dileesa Archer is in a league of her own when it comes to helping singers realize their potential. She has worked with clients around the world to help them hone their vocal skills, and has even garnered a strong following on YouTube, where she’s been posting instructional videos for years. This week, Dileesa break...

As the founder of Willow Music and TruerMU, two music education programs, it’s safe to say that Adam Cole gives back to the music community. With years of experience as a professional musician, as well as two college degrees in music, Adam Cole shares his knowledge with musicians of all ages, and provides them solid connections between music and other disciplines, such as visual arts, math, and sc...

It’s not often that you get the chance to speak with someone who has truly lived the rock star life. Lucky for us, guitarist Bryan Kehoe has experienced every ounce of it. From couch surfing to international tours, and everything in between, Bryan has quite the storied past — and a beard to prove it. Tune in for this week’s episode to hear Bryan Kehoe tell us about his experiences with his 1990s-2...

While her name would lead you to believe the opposite, Lady Redneck is one of the kindest, most polite and reserved musicians in the industry today. Although she’s now moved onto bigger and better things, she still holds true to her small town roots, as she plays shows around Texas with a smile on her face, brightening wherever she goes. Her career is completely crowdfunded, which is a testament t...

Singer, rapper, writer, producer, director — TJ Boyce truly does it all in the world of entertainment. Throughout his career, he’s been involved with numerous noteworthy projects in the music, film, and TV spaces, and over the years he’s mastered his entrepreneurship skills as well, making him a genuine Jack of all trades. Isn’t all that success enough? No way! He’s now passing his knowledge onto...

In a day and age where any and everyone can post their music online, it can be hard for an artist to stand out amongst the crowd. In fact, it can feel almost impossible. This is where Natalie Bailey comes in. Natalie is the Founder and CEO of Lady Savage MGMT & PR, and with years of experience as a Nashville artist under her belt, her mission is to help rising musicians find their footing in t...

While she is now a well-established country singer, musician, and dueling pianist, the path to get there was not so straight for Pamela Hopkins. She’s faced a multitude of trials and tribulations throughout her 25+ years in the music world, but clearly it’s not easy to stop Pamela, as she is now a respected independent artist and… a performer for the United States Military? In this week’s episode,...

To put it simply, Matt Wilson has mastered his craft. He’s been a working and touring musician for over twenty years, but for his entire life, he’s done one thing — lived with courage. This way of life led him to perform at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney, the Carolina Opry, and even Walt Disney World! Needless to say, Matt has had quite a life, and he’s got more than a couple of stories to share. Thi...

To say that Trevor Fedele is well-versed in the music industry would be an understatement. Not only is he a Grammy Award-winning audio engineer, but he’s also a touring musician, creative consultant, and… business aficionado? That’s right, Travis has mastered both sides of the music scene, with years of experience in marketing and sales to complement his magnificent talent. This week, we have the...

Considering that he comes from the electronic music capital of the world, it’s no surprise that Ola Sars has had a profound impact on the global music scene. Not only is he a Co-Founder of Beats Music, but he’s also the Founder and CEO of Soundtrack Your Brand, a company that provides original background music for a variety of creators worldwide. Want to learn more about an absolute legend of the...

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW with the first-ever metaverse digital popstar, CC is Dreaming Ever think about what the metaverse could bring for future talent, artists, and musicians? Meet Cynthia Cao.  She’s the creator of CC is Dreaming, the first-ever NFT-based character on the metaverse. CC is Dreaming sings, dances, and performs, and was most recently brought to life via hologram at Art Basel in Mi...

What does it take to get on Broadway? Meet Kate Chapman, a decorated performer. Her Broadway performing credits include Mary Poppins, Les Misérables, Pajama Game, Sweet Smell of Success, Saturday Night Fever, The Radio City Christmas Spectacular (Mrs. Claus for 5 seasons), Shakespeare in the Park, Lincoln Center, Madison Square Garden, and many others. She's a 24-year member of the Tony Award-hono...

In this week’s episode, we talk with Matt Sullivan, who… has a lot going on. He’s an up-and-coming musician, and is currently the bassist for pop-punk band, Card Reader, as well as ska band, Title Holder. Although the pandemic put him out of work, Matt was able to navigate his way through, and even advance his music career. He’s building quite a strong reputation, so listen now to hear how he’s ma...

If you’ve ever had to read sheet music (even 4th grade recorder lessons), it’s likely that Hal Leonard was the company who published it. They’ve been in business since 1947, and for decades they’ve been sharing music (in paper form) with musicians across the world. In this week’s episode, Jeff chats with Brad Smith, VP of MI Products at Hal Leonard. Brad walks us through his journey, and tells us...

On this week’s episode, Jeff talks with singer Leslie Hunt, who was featured as one of the Top 10 Female Artists on American Idol. She’s worked with numerous established talents, and truly made a name for herself in the music industry. Listen now and hear her remarkable backstory! Connect with us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/interstatemusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/interstatemus...

Zildjian Cymbals have been making some of the world's best cymbals since 1623 — you read that right, 1623! We’d do the math, but… Anyways, this week Jeff talks with Andrew Tamulynas, Global Brand Manager at Zildjian Cymbals. How has Zildjian been around for longer than most countries? Listen and find out! Connect with us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/interstatemusic Instagram: https://www.in...

This week we have the pleasure of chatting with Emmy and Grammy-nominated composer, Máiréad Nesbitt. She’s won multiple Irish Music Awards, as well as been named Irish Music Magazine’s Best Traditional Artist. Jeff gets to talk with her about her background, career, and musical journey, so listen now! Connect with us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/interstatemusic Instagram: https://www.instag...