On That Note

Serena Sun is an indie pop singer-songwriter and producer based in Vancouver! Not only did she release an EP full of bangers earlier this year,  she also just put out a new single called 'Butterflies' just a few days ago! We got to discuss her songwriting process, traveling all over the world, and her advice for artists who want to remain true to theirselves during the creation phase of...

Hembree is a pop rock band who got their start out of Kansas City, Missouri but now reside in Los Angeles! They released their crisp and clean sophomore album, 'It's A Dream!' back in June and it's guaranteed to make you dance the night away. I had the pleasure of discussing how they created this album during the height of the pandemic, their musical influences, and their advic...

I had the pleasure of talking with the up-and-coming rapper / producer WHOISJORDAN, based in Nashville, Tennessee. We discuss his wide array of musical influences, how his production style has changed over the years, and the importance of taking time for yourself! Check out his new singles, 'WYA?' and 'TALK (feat. Dante Williamson)' out now on all streaming platforms! Thank you...

Maneka is a genre-bending singer songwriter and producer based in Brooklyn, New York! His newest album, 'Dark Matters' will take you on an indie rock journey filled with twists and turns that are bound to bring you back for more and more listens. We discuss his songwriting process, working with Draag Me, and understanding that failure is the way to growth! Make sure to check out our wond...

Theo Bleak is an indie singer songwriter based in Scotland! She recently released her debut EP, 'Fragments' on all music streaming platforms. On today's episode, we discussed her songwriting process, creating a character for playing live shows, and what it was like to open up for Liam Gallagher of Oasis! Big shout out to our sponsor Up To Good Energy! Type in the promo code 'OT...

Abigail Osborn has already released three indie-pop bangers this year in preparation for her debut album!  We discuss her creative process, the logistics of planning an album rollout, and her experience dropping out of college to fulfill her dream of being a professional songwriter. Check out her singles, 'Ruin Your Night', 'Pinball' and 'Spaceship' on your preferred...

Quinton Brock is a one-of-a-kind singer songwriter and producer from Buffalo, New York. Currently residing in Brooklyn, Quinton is fresh off his new album 'My Shadow', which is guaranteed to melt the minds of indie heads all around the world. We discuss his songwriting process, believing in oneself, and how he got Pink Siifu and Portugal. The Man on his new album! Please welcome, Quinton...

Kelz is a wickedly talented singer songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist based in Orange County, CA. She released her groovy and hypnotic debut album, '5 am and I Can't Sleep' on May 6th via Bayonet Records! We discuss her songwriting process, playing a live show all by yourself, and what to look for in a good record label! Please welcome, kelz! @parkerwierling @kelzmusic...

Today's guest is an awesome indie-pop singer songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist based in Philadelphia! Her debut single, 'unoriginal' is out now on all streaming platforms! We discuss her writing process, what makes a thriving music scene, and her advice for artists who want to release their first project! Please welcome, Splendi! Thank you to our sponsor @uptogoodenergy...

Today's episode is a special one! Alec Stanley is a producer, engineer and multi-instrumentalist who has worked with many different bands both inside the Athens scene and out. We discuss his recording techniques, producing the debut album by previous OTN guest Heffner, and his advice for up-and-coming producer / engineers! @alecstanley @onthatnote_podcast @parkerwierling Like & Subscribe...

Wanderwild is a 5 piece indie rock band based out of Athens, Georgia. They've been releasing music as a group since 2016 and their impact on the local Athens scene is undeniable. I sat down with frontman, Matt Martin to discuss their typical writing process, production techniques, and his personal experience being the touring bassist for COIN. Like & Subscribe to spread the looooooooove!...

On today's episode, I got to have a lovely conversation with Taylor Cotton and Will Heffner from their Athens-based band, Heffner, about their debut album, musical influences, and what makes Athens a thriving music scene! Check out their self-titled, debut album out now on all streaming platforms! Their song, 'Up to Speed' is honestly one of the coolest songs I've heard in a lo...

Drew Beskin is a wildly talented pop rock singer songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer based in Athens, GA! Along with a successful solo career, Drew has been in seasoned bands such as The District Attorneys, Party Dolls and PURSES. His third studio album, 'Problematic for the People', was produced and engineered by Drew Vandenberg (Faye Webster, Deerhunter) and Matt Martin (Wan...

Present company is an indie rock band based in Minneapolis, Minnesota! Their new single, 'Forever' comes out February 11th, almost exactly a year after their previous single, 'It's not Looking Good'. We discuss their songwriting process, creating their own music videos, and the best albums by The National! @presentcompanyband @onthatnote_podcast @parkerwierling Like &...

Todays guest is the frontman for the indie psychedelic rock group based out of Athens, GA, Lo Talker! Check out their newest single, 'Turnin' a Blind Eye" out now on all streaming platforms! Andrew Shepard discusses his recording process and the importance of surrounding yourself with people who are smarter and better than you! @lotalker @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like &amp...

Hailing from the city of Alicante in Spain, Samuel Petra creates indie pop bangers all from the comfort of his bedroom studio. I discovered his newest EP, 'Lavanda' on Spotify's Fresh Finds: Indie playlist and I have to say that his song 'Nobody More' is one of my favorite pop tunes I've heard in a while! We discuss his songwriting process, directing all his own music...

Our first episode of 2022 is with a remarkably talented, indie-rock singer songwriter based in Los Angeles, California! I discovered her newest single, 'A Hit of You (A Bit of You)' on Spotify's Fresh Finds: Indie playlist and I can't stop listening to it! We discuss her songwriting process, the differences between fears of failure and fears of success, and why it's import...

My very first ever Swedish guest is an indie singer songwriter and producer who just released her debut EP, 'Call Dad'.  I discovered her single, 'Location' on Spotify's fresh finds: indie playlist and I haven't stopped listening to it ever since! We discuss her creation process, challenging oneself to go further when songwriting, and how music has helped her navigate...

Valley Grl is an incredibly talented singer songwriter and producer based in the Bay Area and Los Angeles! Her newest single, If I Want To, which features previous OTN guest Dev Soter, is out now and available on all streaming platforms so make sure to check it out! We discuss her songwriting process, working though writers block, and the importance of understanding the business side of the music...

northxix is an indie pop singer songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist based in Fort Myers, Florida, and his newest single, 'Santa Monica Blvd.' is out now on all streaming platforms! We discuss his creative process, working outside the box, and collaborating with previous OTN guest, Juliana Maria on her song 'Loverboy'! @northxix @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Lik...

Johan Lenox is a grammy-nominated composer, singer, producer and multi-instrumentalist who has collaborated with legendary artists such as Kanye West, Travis Scott, Mike Dean, Lil Nas X and Big Sean. His newest single, 'You Up?' (feat. Ant Clemons) is available now on all streaming platforms! We discuss his songwriting process, combining the styles of Beethoven with Kanye's 'Ye...

For OTN's 100th episode celebration, I brought back Bobby Rethwish to commemorate this milestone moment, as well as discuss his incredible new album, 'Permanent Rainbows'. Bobby is a unique singer songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist who I interviewed back in December of 2020! We kept up with each other ever since, sharing demos to get feedback as well as just catching up...

Desmond Myers is an indie singer-songwriter who blends elements of funk and synth pop on his debut album, 'Shadowdancer', out now on all streaming platforms! We discuss his creation process, splitting his time between Atlanta and Paris, and authenticity in songwriting. @desmondmyersmusic @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the loooooooooove!

Based in Gloucester, Massachusetts, Juliana Maria is fresh off her poppy debut single, 'Loverboy' and it's not looking like she's slowing down anytime soon! We discuss her typical songwriting process, surrounding yourself with talented and positive-minded people, and how to convert negativity into creative fuel! @julianamariaab @onthatnote_podcast @parkerwierling Like & Sub...

Lindsey Bitson is an indie rock singer songwriter based in Sacramento, CA. Her debut album, 'Bathing in Yesterday's Fires' is a combination of somber, yet explosive songs that you can cry and rock out to all at the same time! We discuss her creative process, overcoming addiction, and her advice for artists who are ready to take the leap into releasing their first project! @bitchinbi...