In The Round

Them Coulee Boys have been rockin’ the Midwest and beyond since 2011. Based out of Eau Claire, WI, the band has been fortunate to work with Grammy-winner Brian Joseph who produced their newest album, “No Fun In The Chrysalis”. They demonstrate their superb musicianship and talents through distinctive instruments and vocal harmonies, creating a lush and dynamic sound. We talk about their journey up...

Good Morning Midnight takes indie rock to a whole new level. They’re purveyors of vibe, simultaneously creating hushed tones and moments of explosive emotion. We talk about the various iterations of the band and their collective talents, Midwestern connections, Charlie’s creative process, therapy through music, and the endless search for tone. After the episode, hear a clip of “Lucky Penny” off th...

Troubadour. Writer. Dedicated dad. Plain talker. Baked bean expert. Jordan Messerole is a prolific Americana artist who took the leap into being a full-time musician in 2021 and has been traveling and sharing his songs ever since. His latest release and 7th studio album “St. Something or Other” leans into his country western side and features a lineup of highly talented collaborators. Hear our con...

Molly Brandt is a lifelong musician who only started writing her own songs in 2021. Her debut album “Surrender the Night” won her the 2023 Americana Artist of the Year award from the Midwest Country Music Awards and solidified her as a noteworthy addition to the Minneapolis music scene and Americana genre as a whole. Hear our conversation with Molly and her partner Eric Carranza, who co-produced t...

Joel Sires is proudly a man without a plan. Influenced by John Prine, The Beatles, and ‘60s one-hit wonders, he let the music guide him into a sound that’s uniquely Joel – a collection of achingly beautiful, folk-led songs, some laced with humor and others observational. Having played since he was young with his ragtag yet highly talented group of brothers and cousins, Joel cut his teeth by giggin...

Call it swamp metal, call it atmospheric doom, Glass Ox is a 3-piece band that packs a punchfull of riffs. Originally a solo project of singer & guitarist Bo Becker, bassist Mythias Keahna and drummer/lyricist Javi Rodriguez came on board in 2018 to form a supergroup of sorts, releasing their first album in February 2020 right before the world shut down. They talk about the music scene, the no...

If you love Waylon Jennings, Merle Haggard, and Willie Nelson, then you’ll love Royce Johns. A talented country artist living and creating from his own backyard here in central Iowa, Royce has a voice that will take you back in time, and a jovial sense of humor. He and his longtime friend turned drummer, Abraham Lopez, sit down to chat about the joys and stresses of parenthood, being full-time mus...

Not too long ago, two bands from two cities combined to create a supergroup named Social Cinema. Now, they are In The Round to talk about their influences, their streamlined songwriting process and taking advantage of bigger opportunities. They also dish on their favorite weird on-the-road snacks. After the chat, kick back and listen to Social Cinema play their song “Brown Paper Bags & Funny F...

Dick Prall only goes by Richard when he’s in trouble, though you can call him Dickie on stage, that is if he’s not blacking out for the first few songs. Chill out with Dick as he talks about learning guitar in his mid-20s, working with big acts and the value of having space to fill. He also shares details on his upcoming EP “Headful of Hiss.” After the interview, listen to Dickie’s song “Minus Thi...

How do you know when to stop? This is a question Chris Schiermann asks himself regularly when it comes to writing a song. The process is an emotional journey that always has a different answer. Check out this episode to hear Chris talk about developing his writing over the years, why listening to his own music boosts his confidence and the heartwarming story of how he met his fiancée. After the in...

After nearly 60 years of playing guitar, Carl Verheyen still finds time to push the strings around every day, and that “guitar addiction” keeps him at the top of his game. In this episode, he talks about the magic of improvisation, working in recording sessions with musicians he admires and all the great travel experiences he’s had in his career. After the chat, listen to Carl’s song “Riverboat Sk...

Abbie Sawyer doesn’t do anything full-time; she believes everyone is a salad with many interests and dreams. Creativity can come to her in all forms: music, cooking, and even raising children. She talks about being vulnerable with her music, “momming”, and why people shouldn’t get so down on themselves. After the conversation, listen to Abbie’s single, “Far and Few” recorded in studio.   In The Ro...

In his music, B.Well utilizes his rich, deep voice to carry a message about the community and how that led him to start his own non-profit, the B.Well Foundation. He joins In the Round to talk about the importance of supporting your community, why being a role model can change so much for a young musician, and why it is so important to collaborate with other artists you respect. Be sure to catch t...

Dropped in the middle of Iowa with only a little English at their disposal, Brazilian twin brothers Walter and Wagner Caldas have managed to build a career in music, from mastering the violin and ukulele in the slums of Rio De Janeiro to experiencing fatherhood and fighting cancer in the U.S. and how they continue to smile through it all. Be sure to catch the whole conversation and stick around to...

A typical young Iowa guy’s exploration of words with friends leads to a whole new world of creating and producing music. Learn about the melancholy behind Jim’s music and how it is contrasted by the joy of freestyling and working with people. Be sure to catch the whole conversation and hear a little of Jim’s performance of his song “For Whose Entertainment” off his “Unruly Automations” EP.   In Th...

Annie shares her love of dive bars, explains why movies are better than TV and mentions a few powerful inspirations like Amy, Lana and Adele. There’s some jazz and soul talk as well as Annie performing her new song “Pink Limousine” on the Steinway. Be sure to listen in.   In The Round is produced and recorded at Trilix Studio in Des Moines, Iowa. © 2025, Trilix Studio intheroundpodcast.com instagr...

Today’s guest is an amalgamation of artists from Texas, Kentucky and Iowa who harmonize to form Lady Revel. They sit down in the studio to talk about baking for each other, renting a cabin to write together and what it means to be a teacher as well as a musician. Listen along for some laughs and hear them play their single “Mood Music” live at Trilix Studio.   In The Round is produced and recorded...

Listen in as Andrew talks about quitting his job to dive 100% into his music, why the ukulele is right for him, and a last-minute call to open an arena show for AJR.   In The Round is produced and recorded at Trilix Studio in Des Moines, Iowa. © 2025, Trilix Studio intheroundpodcast.com instagram.com/intheroundpodcastofficial youtube.com/@InTheRoundPodcast trilixstudio.com

Winterland, a Grateful Dead tribute band from Iowa, stopped by the studio to share some band stories, talk music, and record an original song written by band member Stacy Webster. Catch stories about weathering a tornado in a tent, a brush with fame at a buffet table and how the band plays as a family, keeping the “Dead” alive in their own way.   Produced and recorded at Trilix Studio. trilixstudi...

Are you looking for something a little different than the typical artist interview? The stories that might get overlooked but allow you to peak deeper into an artist and their music? In the Round is dedicated to highlighting musicians on their life in music journey and allow you to see them for who they are. Whether they stay local, go regional, or are touring coast to coast we know they all have...