Jrodconcerts: The Podcast

Fashioning her vintage sensibilities and spirited persona into a winning combination, it's no wonder Olivia Ellen Lloyd has the music world buzzing. Her debut album Loose Cannon has drawn comparisons to John Prine (RollingStone Country) and the single of the same name spent three weeks on Gimme Country’s Top Five, and has been streamed over 100,000 times on Apple Music. We welcome Olivia for an in...

Pleased to welcome back to the show California based Singer and Songwriter Kris Angelis for the first time since November 2020. Her brand new album 'The Skies We Look To',  out since April 30th, hit #1 in the iTunes Singer/Songwriter chart and has made a powerful impression on major playlists including 'Indigo' on Spotify and 'New Nashville'. Kris was also just announced the day of this taing (5/3...

Cameron Hood and Ryan David Green, better known as critically acclaimed musical duo Ryanhood join the show.  Named “Best Group/Duo” in the 2014 International Acoustic Music Awards, the musical duo got their first break more than a decade ago as street performers at Boston’s Quincy Market.  Since then, they have performed more than a thousand shows and shared the stages with contemporaries like Jas...

With a unique combination of powerful vocals, svelte production, and stunning songwriting, Mackenzie Shivers is an American artistic treasure. Her third full album 'Rejection Letter' Out NOW, finds the Florida-born/New York-based composer, singer, and songwriter at her creative best with an album born out of 2020 with universal themes of breakthrough, perseverance, and gratitude. We welcome Macken...

With over 17 years of experience within the music industry, Maggie Poulos currently helms Mixtape Media– a boutique public relations firm specializing in music and entertainment. We welcome Maggie, a respected and admired voice in the industry as our first PR guest. Her track record speaks for itself, working with iconic clients like Robert Plant, Allison Krauss, Fitz & The Tantrums, and more. Joi...

Irresistibly infectious Americana Singer/Songwriter Lisa De Angelis joins the show. Hailing from Australia, Lisa has been hailed as 'a rising alt-country star’ and with good reason. Her personal and eccentric Americana anthems that initially appear ­personal, prove on repeated ­listening to be universal anthems that cross international borders. A graduate from the Country Music Association of Aust...

We welcome neon-drenched '80s-influenced pop/rock trio January Jane to the show. With a horde of loyal fans, including legendary musicologist Matt Pinfield  among them, January Jane has established themselves as a band to watch as the stages around the world open back up. We welcome lead vocalist Pat Via and lead guitarist Mitch Mitchell who share the unique voyage of the band, how 2020 changed th...

A prolific singer/songwriter carving her own path, Claudia Hoyser joins Jamie on the show. With a fueled passion for connecting through music, Claudia has written over 200 songs.  This, in addition to her plethora of activities, including hosting the weekly online show 'Hoyser Country Mondays' which has become a huge success garnering over 105 million organic streams. As she prepares to release he...

We welcome Morgan Wade, one of the hottest musical poets to emerge in quite some time. Morgan is a rocker; a country troubadour and a chanting musical soul. With the primacy of her speedy strings of real-life images, Morgan has quickly established herself as an artist on the rise, and her debut album 'Reckless' is an early candidate for Album of The Year. Morgan's “singing” voice has an eerie allu...

We welcome Hadley Kennary, one of the most promising voices in the pop and Alternative scene to the show. With a song completely her own, Hadley has independently released two EP’s and a string of singles, on top of her involvement in several artists’ projects in the New Nashville community. Her latest single 'Orbit' has been a mainstay on Alternative radio, including top placement on Nashville's...

Texas-and-Italy-based Singer/Songwriter Vanessa Peters returns to the show for the first time since April 2020! With a brand new album 'Modern Age' out on April 23rd, Vanessa shares the journey of what is one of her most special albums yet, worked on in four different countries, and in pop-up studios before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Join us to hear what this critically acclaimed ar...

There is no other way to say it: Shannon McNally's new album, 'The Waylon Sessions' (Out May 28th) is an early front runner for the album of 2021. The prolific Singer/Songwriters latest album, a unique spin, and tribute to Waylon Jennings reimagines the classics with McNally providing a completely new and original take on the songs we all love for a new generation of music fans. Join us, as McNall...

Jordan Miller, also known by the artistic moniker  Blue Room Movie Club joins Jamie on the show. Jordan has crafted a completely unique sound, at different times an electronica outfit, indie brilliance; a delicate art-rock collective high on thin, bright, watery lines of melody; a surging wall of guitars and outstanding songwriting. Join us, as Jordan shares with Jamie everything from his creative...

A multi-faceted and versatile artist, Cy Winstanley is one of the most special singers, songwriters, and guitarists in Nashville.   Born in New Zealand, Cy is best known as the lead singer for award-winning band 'Tattletale Saints', where he has released several well-known albums including 2020's 'Dancing Under The Dogwoods'.    Cy is also a highly in-demand studio and live guitarist playing impor...

A Country music powerhouse, singer/songwriter Mary Sarah joins Jamie on the show. An accomplished and respected artist, Mary rose to fame after a top-5 finish on NBC's The Voice, but the imprints she has left on country music run long and deep, having established herself as a Nashville icon from a young age. Her career journey has included being a  lead vocalist and dancer in Kidz Bop tour at age...

Prolific female rocker and a pioneer in alternative rock, Juliana Hatfield joins Jamie on the show. Formerly of the indie rock bands Blake Babies, Some Girls, and The Lemonheads, Juliana also fronted her own band, The Juliana Hatfield Three. During her career, she has left a timeless mark in heavy, rocking tunes and songs written in a gentler, more melodic or folk-oriented style inspiring generati...

A unique musical, artistic and human soul, Soul-pop/R&B artist Niki Tonik joins Jamie on the show.   Nikki's newest single “Equinox,” a duet with TMGMusicha is out now and arrived in  line with the spring equinox. The song, much like  Nikki's recently-released album, Write On Time (October 2020) is an exercise in dream rock, mediation and deep songwriting.   Watch to learn the story of this unique...

L.A.-based multi-dimensional pop artist Alex Shera joins Jamie on the show.    Born in San Diego, Alex has a plethora of artistic talents that has brought him to a period of musical renaissance,  having released the hit singles 'Blue Nights' , 'Fire' and 'Wish I Never' in the past year alone.   Join us to learn the unique and trailblazing career arc of this fascinating artist, from his work at the...

With powerful vocals and inspired songwriting, Jamie welcomes  Nashville-based shining talent, Savannah Keys to the show. Savannah, who was born and raised in Sandy Utah, was featured at 13 years old in 'Ellen' and was her story was recently showcased on the hit CNBC show “Streets of Dreams” where she told the story of her hit single 'Superman' as well as the challenge of succeeding in Nashville....

A masterful storyteller, singer, and songwriter, John Smith joins Jamie to celebrate the release of his brand new album 'The Fray'. An album steeped in resilience, overcoming obstacles, and never giving up, 'The Fray' sees Smith touching down not only on his own emotional turmoil experienced over the past year but also of those around him. With an all-star cast of guests including Grammy nominee S...

In the midst of her first new music in 3 years, Jamie welcomes one of Americana-Rock's 'buzziest' artists: Katie Frank.   With passionate songwriting from the soul and rocking' energy reminiscent of mid 90's female powerhouses like Kate Bush and Courtney Love, Katie's songs are sure to strike a chord with listeners worldwide.   Join us as Katie shares her journey from Philadelphia to Nashville, he...

A generational talent, Jamie is pleased to welcome Nina Herzog to the show. Better known as the speaking voice of Odette, The Swan Princess, in Sony Animation’s “The Swan Princess” series, Nina has just released her debut EP 'Together Away'. The EP,  a breathtaking 6 song piece, full of touching melodies and honest emotions is a journey that explores the landscape of unconditional love and profoun...

A rising talent with an irresistible combination of soaring vocals and pristine storytelling, we welcome Jack Harris to the show. Born in upstate New York and based in Ohio, Harris has created a sound completely his own, inspired by musical influences as timeless as Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen. The past few years have seen Harris release a batch of new music that has caught the ears of critics...

Described by Forbes as “the poster child of DIY music” Jamie welcomes Ari Herstand, one of the most influential young entrepreneurs in the music business today. A musician himself Ari is also a best-selling author, educator, advocate, and authority on how to succeed as an independent musician in today's ever-changing music business world. Join us, as the unique and trailblazing Herstand shares wit...

The Winner of American Idol season 7, Nashville-based Singer/Songwriter David Cook joins Jamie on the show. A versatile and mega-talented musician, David is gearing up for the release of his new EP 'The Looking Glass' out on April 16th which features the singles 'Reds Turn Blue' and 'Strange World' both already garnering critical and public acclaim. Join us as David shares the stories behind the n...