Groove Therapy

In this episode, Taraleigh and Leah chat with Dan "Lebo" Lebowitz about the relational aspect of live music and how he can feel a response in the audience, whether it is an insight in their head or a twitch of their mouth. Lebo talks about how he combines discipline and surrender to find flow and how this translates into deep improvisation on stage. For the “Did you Know” section, Leah shares the...

In this episode, Taraleigh and Leah caught up with Marco and Katie Benevento to talk about the idea of using time for fun. Marco lets us in on where the phrase originated from and how it has become his life philosophy. They talk about how it translates into family life and what that looks like during this time. Marco also shares how he is continuing to bring fun to people, connect with fans, and s...

In this episode, Taraleigh and Leah chat with Hippie Chick writer and live music fan, Edith Johnson, about the essence of live music. Edith talks about how she met her Hippie Chick collaborator Jay Blakesberg and her Festival Girl blog that propelled her on her live music writing and researching adventure. She describes life-altering experiences she has had along the way and what’s in store for th...

In this episode, Taraleigh and Leah chat with music photographer Jay Blakesberg about his experiences over the last 30 years capturing “lightning in a bottle” moments of live music. He talks about his initial quest for sex, drugs, and Rock n’ Roll and how it led to a thriving career where he remains inspired and satisfied in his role as a visual anthropologist documenting scenes from our live musi...

In this episode, Leah and Taraleigh talk about the live music experience inspired by the conversations from the past episodes. They discuss themes that arose from previous guests such as innovation, inspiration, deep connection, and resilience. Listeners will get a glimpse of what to expect from Groove Therapy in the coming year. Taraleigh and Leah also talk about their experiences this year and w...

In this episode, Leah and Taraleigh chat with musician and creative businessman Eric Gould to hear how he has used 2020 to help manifest musical magic. Eric talks about his new projects that have come out of the extra time of quarantine, including an exciting new band and Curbside Concerts. Throughout the episode, in full Groove Therapy fashion, he inspires listeners to realize their dreams and “e...

In this episode, Leah and Taraleigh sit down with Matt Butler, musician, multi-instrumentalist, and creator of Everyone Orchestra to chat about the importance of connection in live music and how to get creative with our magical connection in these COVID times. Matt discusses how he is pivoting into the virtual space with Everyone Orchestra and IGE Music and Art Immersions, while still keeping the...

In this episode, Leah and Taraleigh have the pleasure of sitting down with a whole family of talented musicians, Denise and Bobby Deitch, and their son Adam Deitch. Fans get a real treat by experiencing the love, connection, and support of the Deitch family and a glimpse into Adam’s early influences and first live performance that transformed his childhood experience. Adam talks about how he is st...

In this episode, Leah and Taraleigh sit down with Jenna Lebowitz from Jenstar Productions to chat about live music, health and wellness, and creating the life of your dreams. She shares her health and wellness secrets for life on the road, and off, and leaves listeners with tips on how to navigate these changing live music times gracefully and maybe even experience something you never dreamed poss...

In this episode, Taraleigh and Leah chat with musician Keller Williams about the current state of live music and how it is has impacted him as a performer. He highlights the upside to starting over in the post COVID era and ways he has continued creating connections with fans in the digital world. Shout out to the “Cellar Dwellers!” Keller brings in his usual charm and charisma and keeps us laughi...

In this episode, Taraleigh and Leah bring in music publicist Katie Fox to discuss the current state of affairs in the live music scene and what we can do right now to help make sure we have a scene to return to. Katie helps to provide us with a sense of hope and leaves listeners with clear action steps to make our voices heard by our representatives. Katie also shares what inspired her to go from...

In Part 2, Taraleigh, Leah, and Reed come back to finish the conversation about live music as a potential for trauma and grief resolution and insecure attachment. Reed gives a specific example of his own healing through live music and how he uses Beethoven as a means of healing for others. Leah discusses many reasons people use music in their lives and Taraleigh shares her latest ritual involving...

In Part 1, Taraleigh and Leah sit down with musician Reed Mathis and dive deep into the healing potential of live music. The three discuss the role of the nervous system and early attachments on a person’s experience and how live music could affect these aspects later in life in therapeutic ways. Psychedelics as part of the mix are also mentioned as a way to cover a lot of ground really quickly. R...

In this episode, Taraleigh and Leah sit down to chat with musician Zach Gill. Zach talks about when everyone is "feeling it" at the same time and how it is his favorite part of live music. Is it inspired, connection, love, what is it? The three discuss aspects of this experience and Zach talks about his experiences as a performer and a fan. Zach goes on to share his special superstitions to help e...

In Episode 2 of Groove Therapy Taraleigh and Leah chat with musician Joel Cummins of Umphrey's McGee. Joel talks about what he loves most about the live music experience and what he is doing to keep himself healthy and sane during times of COVID and quarantine. He also lets listeners in on his inspiration for getting into Rock n' Roll and joining Umphrey's McGee. Throughout the episode, the three...

In this pilot episode of Groove Therapy Taraleigh and Leah talk about their journey into health and wellness and what inspired them to take a nontraditional focus in their careers by combining health and wellness with live music. They also discuss what they love most about the live music experience and what listeners can expect from future Groove Therapy episodes. Groove Therapy aims to help liste...

What exactly happens in our minds and bodies during live music? Can it help us to heal and grow? Explore these questions and more with your favorite musicians and learn from health and wellness experts how to live your best life every day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.