Americana Curious

🎶 Three Concerts That Transformed Our Lives 🎶 In this special episode of Americana Curious, we reveal the unforgettable concerts that transformed our lives. From a legendary folk icon who redefined storytelling... ...to a larger-than-life rock band that filled stadiums with raw energy.... ...and a surprise festival set that turned strangers into lifelong friends. We share the moments that ignite...

Make Your Own Scene like Steve Poltz..the most interesting person in every room. He's a true pioneer who believes in forging your own musical destiny—and WOW, has he done just that! Steve’s journey began with the underground sensation The Rugburns in San Diego, but he truly burst onto the scene when he co-wrote two tracks for Jewel’s diamond-certified debut, Pieces of You . Ever heard of the iconi...

Avry Truex, a rising star in the Americana music scene, shares the harrowing moment that launched his musical career. You'll hear his unique journey from being a dedicated collegiate athlete to becoming a passionate songwriter and performer. With an eclectic sound influenced by legends like John Prine and Sturgill Simpson, Avry emphasizes the importance of absorbing the good qualities from those a...

Harmony Over Hardship Ashtyn Barbaree is known for her soul-stirring vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and electrifying performances. She shares the tragedy that inspired songs on her new album plus the hope she derived from crafting and performing them. You'll also here about her incredible career and music journey....and she's just getting started1 Ashtyn hails from Fayetteville, Arkansas/ Her journey k...

Eli Waltz stays true to his artistic vision... ...and this drives a captivating conversation with this standout figure in the contemporary Americana scene. Eli's had an extraordinary journey as a folk musician, shaped by a myriad of cultural influences. He shares his transformative experiences as a working musician in China—where he didn’t just perform in bars and busk on the streets, but also abs...

Ghost Hounds are putting blues rock back on the map. Their style of blues inspired rock proves the genre is not only alive but thriving for the next generation of rock fans. Having just wrapped up touring with the Rolling Stones, you'll hear their stories from the road and the incredible background. They have released four studio albums to date. They've also supported legendary acts including ZZ T...

Humor and Heart John Craigie is “A Modern-Day Troubadour” in the vein of Woody Guthrie, and blends comedic storytelling reminiscent of Mitch Hedberg with the spirit of musical legends like John Prine, Ramblin' Jack Elliott, and Bob Dylan. Born in Los Angeles and a UC Santa Cruz grad with a math degree, Craigie started playing local shows in Santa Cruz, leading to his 2009 breakthrough album Montan...

Pure Power Americana Griffin William Sherry, former frontman of The Ghost of Paul Revere, returns with an electrifying solo debut that’s as raw and passionate as it is inspiring. Rooted in the rugged landscapes of New England, Griffin’s new album blends modern catharsis with the timeless soul of American myth. His signature style fuses Folk, Americana, and Rock & Roll, creating music that is v...

A 24 Karat Connection Dive into the captivating story of Golden Everything, the husband-wife duo of Jackie Berkley and Zach Schmidt, whose genuine connection powerfully shines through in their music. You'll hear how a happy accident led to the creation of their debut album, "Sweet Old World," and the unique process that allowed them to find their distinct sound. Then you'll uncover the struggles a...

Loss, Love, and Loneliness Get inspired by Bob Sumner. Who melds those "3 L's" into a powerful Countrypolitan Album coming soon called called Some Place To Rest Easy . It’s a mix of country and ambient music that combines the classic sound of Randy Travis with the heartfelt lyrics of Big Thief’s Adrienne Lenker, blending old and new styles. Bob’s goal is simple: bring something real. Whether it’s...

Jamgrass Psychedelic Energy! INTO THE FOG -- This psychedelic jamgrass band from Raleigh, North Carolina, is redefining the newgrass scene with timeless songwriting, tight harmonies, and progressive instrumentation. With Winston Mitchell on mandolin, Derek Lane on bass, and Connor Kozlosky on guitar—all sharing vocal duties—their sound is a powerful blend of bluegrass, funk, and everything in betw...

RUSTIC AND RIGHTEOUS Joshua Quimby, a 23-year-old folk singer-songwriter redefining Americana music, emerges from the serene woods of eastern Connecticut Now thriving in Nashville, Tennessee, Joshua fuses powerhouse vocals, raw, emotive lyrics, and masterful folk-blues guitar into a sound that's both timeless and trailblazing. Inspired by legends like Bob Dylan, Hank Williams Sr., and John Prine,...

The Funky Allman Masterpiece DEVON ALLMAN, the fierce songwriter, guitarist, and bandleader, shares the incredible story and inspiration behind his new album Miami Moon, a fresh perspective on music, and road tales from his epic career... -Three solo albums. -Founding member of The Allman Betts Band that includes the sons of three founding members of the Allman Brothers Band – Devon Allman (s...

The Viral Voice Madison Hughes is rapidly emerging as a powerhouse in the Americana music scene, firmly rooted in Nashville. Her career has already seen incredible moments, including a sensational three-chair turn on The Voice with her stunning rendition of Bob Dylan’s classic, “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door.” She also took the internet by storm with her electrifying cover of Bruce Springsteen’s “Danc...

POWER HARMONY Trousdale is a powerful female band consisting of Quinn D’Andrea, Georgia Greene, and Lauren Jones. Based in Los Angeles, Trousdale was founded during their time at the University of Southern California's Popular Music program. Their melodic and heartfelt harmonies are often compared to The Chicks and The Staves, but the girls draw inspiration from a wide array of music, including Cr...

LOUDEST THREE PIECE YOU'VE EVER HEARD Get inspired by Mike Belazis from the incredible band OLIVER HAZARD….. They are a Waterville, OH indie-folk trio and it's the digital age’s version of classic band myth making.  One member of the band came home to Ohio after leading camping trips in California and decided to make an album with two childhood friends.  They won a Facebook raffle to rec...

Burners and Heart Breakers American Aquarium's BJ Barham, prolific songwriter, legendary live performer, and fierce band leader, shares a powerful and inspirational message in his interview on Americana Curious. The band formed in 2006 in Raleigh, North Carolina, and BJ derived the band's name from the Wilco song, “I am trying to break your heart”.  They’ve released 9 studio albums including...

Gulf Coast Guitar, Flyrods, and Heartfelt Lyrics While Leon Majcen grew up on the Gulf Coast of Florida, he’s the son of Bosnian war refugees who fled their homeland in search of a better life for their children. From a young age, Leon was drawn to the power of storytelling through music, particularly the work of artists like Townes Van Zandt, John Prine, Bob Dylan, and Guy Clark. He played local...

Music with No Judgement or Preaching. Jack McKeon's, A Nashville-based singer-songwriter with an honest, plainspoken vocal, an eclectic-roots sound and a knack for bringing crystalline characters to life without the moral judgement. You''ll hear how he crafts such incredible music grounded in the power of observation, humanity, and connection First inspired by literary music icons from Hank Willia...

A Growl that You'll Never Forget Jordan Foley is a singer-songwriter in the folk-Americana realm based in Orlando, Fl. Jordan packs a punch with his growling voice and heavy-hand acoustic rhythm and can be found playing all over the Central Florida area and beyond!  Jordan’s music has been described by Creative Loafing as “a special brand of Americana for admires of bands like American Aquari...

Palmyra - Do You Like Lush Harmony & Brilliant Song Writing? Then this is your band! Get inspired by Palmyra's Sasha Landon, who shares the incredible stories by their songs and what fuels their music mission. It's high-energy Americana at it's finest1 A trio that also includes Teddy Chipouras and Mānoa Bell, all hailing from Virginia.= One things for sure... Palmyra's star is rising...

The Picasso of Americana Jack Browning is a phenomenal musician, songwriter, and painter, whose work captures the essence of Americana legends. Hailing from the UK, Browning was captivated by Americana music and has never looked back. In his late teens, he toured and played alongside music icons such as Jeff Beck, Joss Stone, and Gregory Porter. Now, he's released his debut album, "Red Eye Radio,"...

Grammy-nominated Mason Via has had an incredible journey that includes touring for years with Old Crow Medicine Show as its youngest member. He's also released his original album New Horizons that’s taken Americana scene by storm, and he's listed by NPR as one of the top 10 bluegrass artists thriving in modern Nashville. You can also find his songwriting on Molly Tuttle’s Grammy-winning album, Gol...