Firehouse Sessions – WFHB

We wrapped up our 2025 Firehouse Sessions with a bang on December 3rd, welcoming Delaney Bailey to WFHB for the final session of the year — and going out with a full band felt exactly right. This was easily one of the coolest sessions of the year. Delaney and her band showed up locked in …

Our Firehouse Session with Bonny Light Horseman on September 12th was nothing short of magical. The trio — known for their stunning harmonies, expansive folk vision, and rare musical chemistry — joined us for an in-studio performance that felt intimate, generous, and deeply human. Hosted by Abby Noroozi, this session was extra special for WFHB: …

On July 30, WFHB welcomed Gordi, the Australian folktronica artist also known as Sophie Payten, for a Firehouse Session. In this special acoustic solo session, Gordi stripped her songs down to their core, showcasing the intimacy and honesty at the heart of her music. Host Adriane Pontecorvo talked with her about songwriting, her experience returning …

On June 26, WFHB welcomed experimental folk musician Sam Amidon into the studio for a Firehouse Session. Host Abby Noroozi sat down with Sam to talk about his new album Salt River, growing up steeped in folk traditions in his home state of Vermont, and his life now in London. Sam shared stories about learning …

On June 13, WFHB welcomed Blue Cactus into the studio for a Firehouse Session ahead of their show that night at The Orbit Room. The North Carolina duo joined host Abby Noroozi to talk about their new album BELIEVER, collaborating with Nashville songwriter Erin Rae, their roots in the Carolina music scene, and more. The …

On September 7, WFHB welcomed Kellen and Steph of Good Flying Birds for a Firehouse Session ahead of their show that night at The Bishop with Dummy. Hosted by Ahmed al-Awadi, the session featured a conversation about the band’s exciting signing to Car Park Records, their new album Tallulah’s Tape, and the process behind their …

On Wednesday, June 18th, 2025, we welcomed Chicago based cosmic country band, Tobacco City.  Music Director and Host, Abby Noroozi chatted with Chris Coleslaw and Lexi Goddard about their new stunner of an album, Horses.  They also chatted about influences, touring, Jason Molina, and the best part about being a band from Chicago.  This was …

On June 21, 2025, we welcomed Louisville-based, Crush Grove artist Kirsten Peckham in for a Firehouse Session, accompanied by Greg Moore, ahead of her show that night at The Orbit Room. The recording starts a little late, but the performance was far too good not to share — a heartfelt set that shows off her …

On June 11, 2025, we welcomed Lily Seabird in for a Firehouse Session! She performed songs from her critically acclaimed album Trash Mountain, showcasing her raw, emotional vocals and fearless songwriting. In their conversation, Lily opened up about growing up in Vermont, the realities of touring, being featured by Rolling Stone, and the process of writing …

On Saturday, May 17th, 2025, we hosted the third installment of our Cosmic Songwriter Firehouse Sessions, welcoming Chicago-based singer-songwriter and guitarist Elizabeth Moen, joined by Gus Martini. Host Abby Noroozi sat down with Elizabeth to talk about her songwriting, growing up in Iowa, life on the road, the experience of opening for Jeff Tweedy (of …

On Monday, June 2nd, 2025, we were thrilled to welcome Birmingham-based indie rock artist and songwriter Cash Langdon for a WFHB Firehouse Session. Joined by host Ahmed Al-Awadi, Cash discussed the inspiration and meaning behind the new album “Dogs”- diving into its title’s deeper significance. They also explored the art of songwriting, the realities of …

On Thursday, May, 15th, 2025 we had our second in our series of Cosmic Songwriter Firehouse Sessions!  We were thrilled to welcome Nashville, TN native, singer songwriter, Tommy Prine into the studio. Host, Abby Noroozi and Tommy chatted about songwriting, his 2023 debut album “This Far South”, getting married + expecting his first baby, and …

On Saturday, May, 24th, 2025 we welcomed back Nashville, TN based indie rock band, Dallas Ugly. The band played some songs live in the studio from their fantastic new album, See Me Now and chatted it up with host, Nicki Seven. They talked about songwriting, thetouring, Nashville, and more!  Enjoy this session! WFHB Production Team: …

 On Monday, April, 21st, 2025 we welcomed two time Grammy nominated artist and mandolin virtuoso, Sierra Hull.  Sierra and Music Director and Host, Abby Noroozi chatted about the new album, A Tip Toe High Wire and self releasing after being on Rounder Records since she was 13.  They chatted about influences, evolving Bluegrass, touring, …

On Wednesday, May, 14th, 2025 we had our first in our series of Cosmic Songwriter Firehouse Sessions!  We were excited to welcome singer songwriter from Virginia, Sam Moss into the studio. Host, Spence Taylor and Sam chatted about songwriting, performing, the new album “Swimming” and recording at Sylvan Esso’s band members, Amelia Meath and Nick …

On Sunday, April, 13th, 2025 we had a very special 2 for 1 session with Pittsburgh singer songwriter, Merce Lemon and North Carolina alt country band, Fust.  We packed so many people into our production room and we had great conversations about songwriting, touring, influences, SXSW, Merce growing up in the DIY scene, and the …

On Monday, April, 14th, 2025 we welcomed Sam Blasucci and his band to the Firehouse.  Sam is best known as one half of Mapache, a Southern California roots-rock duo just as instantly recognizable for their elegant, intertwined guitar parts as they are for their devoted, Nudie-Suit wearing fanbase. Sam chatted with host, Adriane Pontecorvo about …

On Monday, April, 21st, 2025 we welcomed Fort Wayne, IN indie rock trio, The Namby Pamby back to the Firehouse.  This is their second Firehouse Session at WFHB, the first one being in December of 2023! We chatted about their new self-released sophomore album, The Birds Aren’t Migrating Like They’re Supposed To which charted at …

On Monday, April, 7th, 2025 we started the day with Mexico City based indie rock band, Diles Que No Me Maten!  Due to travel, they were unable to make it to the studio the day before for their scheduled session.  Instead, they woke up early after their fantastic show at The Bishop and came in …

On Friday, March, 14th, 2025 we welcomed country rock band, Oldstar in for a Firehouse Session! Oldstar is a dynamic bootgaze band hailing originally from the Florida Panhandle and driven by the creative energy of Zane McLaughlin.  In this session, Zane and Music Director/Host, Abby Noroozi, chatted about the new fantastic self released album, “Of …

On Saturday, March, 8th, 2025 we welcomed Isabel Olive and her Chicago based project, Half Gringa. Half Gringa creates music informed by contemporary indie-rock + Latin American and Midwestern folk. In this session, Izzy and host/Music Director, Abby Noroozi, chatted about the concept and the making of the new album, Cosmovisión – released on March …

On Tuesday, February, 19th, 2025 we welcomed Cincinnati, OH based alt country artist, Billy Fortune! We chatted about his new album “Be Sincere” out on Hum Drum Press, the show at The Buskirk Chumley, growing up listening to country music, songwriting, and shooting your shot. This was such a great session! Video Production: No Guru …

On Tuesday, February, 4th, 2025 we welcomed New York City based roots duo, Grace Leckey and Jessie Bitner! We chatted about their Bloomington connection, working on new music, living in NYC, their childhood influences and more!  This was our very first session of 2025 and it was a gorgeous one! Video Production: No Guru Media …

En este episodio recibimos a Maru Makabé, originaria de Venezuela, quien nos comparte su experiencia sobre su emprendimiento en Bloomington de comida y repostería venezolana a través de su restaurante y panadería “Maru Products Artisanal Bakery & More”. También la pueden encontrar en Facebook como “Maru Products Bloomington” o “Ponche Crema Maru”. Para conoc...

On June 21st, 2024, Nashville (TN)-based band Laney Jones and the Spirits joined us for a live interview and performance before their show at the Orbit Room.  It was incredible session!  They rocked the Firehouse in a big way and we can’t wait to see what’s next for this band.   WFHB Production Team: Host: …