Hot Goss at the Bifrost

Welcome to Episode 18 of Hot Goss at the Bifrost . In this episode, I sit down with White Dune , the ambient and experimental electronic project of Minneapolis drummer Dave Power . Known by many as a longtime gigging drummer, Dave has spent years supporting other artists from behind the kit. But with White Dune, he’s stepping into a completely different creative space - building immersive electron...

Minneapolis five-piece Keep For Cheap brings their signature Prairie Rock sound to the Bifrost. Blending wide-open textures with tight-knit band energy, Keep For Cheap has built their sound over multiple releases and years of friendship. In this session, they deliver a performance that captures both the grit and the joy at the heart of what they do. We sit down to talk about their origins - how th...

Welcome to Episode 16 of Hot Goss at the Bifrost . This episode features a thoughtful, practical conversation with Elijah Bisbee , a Cleveland-based artist whose music blends ambient textures, indie folk, and cinematic emotion. Beyond his own music, Elijah leads Terra Songwriting , a songwriting community that brings writers together through online groups and quarterly retreats around the country....

Welcome to Episode 15 of Hot Goss at the Bifrost . This one features Minneapolis band Of the Orchard — four longtime friends who have been writing, recording, and building something together for years. We talk about friendship as the foundation of a band, the beauty of collaborative songwriting, cabin trips to write and record, and what it looks like to commit to making music together for the long...

Welcome to Episode 14 of Hot Goss at the Bifrost . In this episode, I sit down with Steve Goold , a longtime Minneapolis-based drummer and session musician whose career spans touring, recording, and collaboration at the highest levels of the industry. While Steve has played with major artists and projects over the years, this conversation focuses less on résumés and more on the deeper questions -...

Welcome to Episode 13 of Hot Goss at the Bifrost . In this episode, I’m joined by Willingness - the moniker of Cleveland-based artist Tori Kurtz , who creates beautiful, cinematic, ethereal folk music rooted in honesty and intention. Tori is currently on a year-long journey across the country, living out of her van and letting life, love, and relationships shape her music in real time. We talk abo...

Welcome to Episode 12 of Hot Goss at the Bifrost . This episode is a reflective conversation with Mother Coyote , an artist who has been making music for over a decade while splitting her time between Minneapolis and South Dakota. Mother Coyote performed a beautiful piano song called “Peter Pan,” and we talked about what it looks like to build a creative life that actually fits your real life. We...

Welcome to Episode 11 of Hot Goss at the Bifrost , where the friendships are deep, the jokes are elite, and the music is made with a whole lotta heart. Today’s guests are The Twins of Franklin - a Minneapolis-based duo who have been making music together since 2014 . Important clarification right up top: They are not twins . They are not sisters . They are , however, extremely best friends with un...

Welcome to Episode 10 of Hot Goss at the Bifrost. Today’s guests are the Minneapolis legends A Piano in Every Home , a band that has been making heartfelt Americana music - and cracking each other up - for the better part of 15 years . Despite their bold, piano-forward name… there is absolutely no piano in the song we talk about today. None. And honestly? We respect the chaos. We dive into their l...

Welcome to Episode 9 of Hot Goss at the Bifrost , where the goss is hot, the vibes are dialed in, and the mix is always just a little too loud. 🎧 Today I’m joined by Verskotzi — an insanely talented LA-based artist and producer , originally from Minnesota, who’s been making waves in the indie and pop worlds for the past decade. With multiple albums, endless co-writes, and an unmistakable sound, V...

Welcome to Episode 8 of Hot Goss at the Bifrost , where the vibes are cozy, the conversations are honest, and the music talk gets real. Today, I’m joined by Minneapolis-based singer-songwriter Sarah Morris , who just released her brand-new album Say Yes on October 10th , with a release show at The Dakota . Sarah’s been releasing music for years, crafting heartfelt songs that balance vulnerability,...

Hot Goss at the Bifrost rolls on with The Weeping Covenant (Michael Beatrez) — Minneapolis singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, long-haired legend, and piano technician extraordinaire. We talk musical journeys, artistry, and what it’s like to geek out over pianos while making music that hits the heart. Tune in for laughs, inspiration, and a little goofball energy! 🎧 Listen now: https://youtu...

Welcome to Episode 6 of Hot Goss at the Bifrost , where the vibes are thicker than a peanut butter sandwich stacked with pickles and the music stories are always wild. Today, I’m hanging out with Dellwood , a.k.a. Chris Bartels — my main collaborator, best friend, and a truly prolific music machine. Chris is a dad in the suburbs, creating incredible music from his basement, and he’s got over 1,200...

Welcome to Episode 5 of Hot Goss at the Bifrost , where the vibes are imaginative, the music is mesmerizing, and the conversation is always real! Today, I’m sitting down with St. Anthony Mann , a Minneapolis singer-songwriter who’s been crafting deeply personal, indie-folk magic for the past few years. We dive into their track "What You Were Looking Back For" , exploring the emotion, ima...

Welcome to Episode 4 of Hot Goss at the Bifrost ! Today, I’m joined by Zippy Laske — the artist who’s out here proving it’s never too late to bloom. We dive into her track "Late Bloom" , a song all about embracing the timing of your life, no matter where you are on your journey. Sarah (aka Zippy Lasky ) talks about what it’s like to be in your 30s, feeling like you’re “behind,” and how h...

Welcome to Episode 3 of Hot Goss at the Bifrost! In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Jill Conzemius , aka Conzemius , an artist who’s going from sidekick to solo star and making waves with her music that’s a little bit Norah Jones, a little bit Radiohead, and a whole lotta magic. We talk about her journey of stepping out on her own for the first time, her upcoming EP release, and how she&#39...

Welcome to Episode 2 of Hot Goss at the Bifrost ! Today, I’m joined by Zach Miller , a session drummer and drum educator based in Minneapolis. If you love complex grooves, polyrhythms, and diving deep into the world of drumming, this one’s for you. We talk about Zach’s journey as a session drummer, his solo drum performances, and the nerdy side of drumming — including how he approaches rhythm and...

Welcome to the very first episode of Hot Goss at the Bifrost , the podcast where we dive deep into the creative process, share personal stories, and explore what it takes to make art that resonates. I’m your host, Ben Noble, and in today’s episode, I’m chatting with my good friend, Michael Shynes, an incredibly talented singer-songwriter known for his heartfelt music and captivating storytelling....