Pop Nerd Lounge

Nashville-based rising indie-pop talent Zach Seabaugh is a cross between singer/songwriter and pop from the relatable perspective of a 24-year-old navigating with the complexities of young adulthood. Born in Marietta, GA, Seabaugh got his start singing in his local church choir before picking up the guitar. Growing up heavily influenced by the likes of Ben Rector, Jack Johnson and John Mayer, Seab...

Trading traditional, flat countryside pastures for impeccable mountainscapes, dry desert richness, and gleaming strip lights, Siena is a neon cowgirl from none other than Las Vegas. Siena’s rodeo stage is set, having already shared it with Rascal Flatts, Big & Rich, and Rodney Atkins, to name a few. These artists also are her influences along with modern country music icons like Carrie Underwo...

On today’s episode, we have Rachael Fahim. She tells her story of becoming a country artist in Australia. We talk about touring and performing at festivals, how she got into country music, and why being loud may not be a bad thing. Stay Connected with Rachael Fahim Instagram.com/rachaelfahimmusic • tiktok.com/@rachaelfahimmusic • twitter.com/rachaelfahim • www.rachaelfahim.com/ ——— 🎵 Track Info:...

This episode features Alexis Warr. She made a splash competing and winning season 17 of “So You Think You Can Dance.” Alexis became a troupe member on season 31 of Dancing With The Stars, and she’s currently performing in the Dancing With The Stars Live 2023 Tour. We talk about her roots in dance, her story being on ‘So You Think You Can Dance’, and touring the current live DWTS show. Stay Connect...

HTHAZE (Troy) is visiting the Pop Nerd Lounge today. Troy is most notably known for his enthralling reactions to today’s biggest hits in music. He streams regularly on Twitch and you can watch his reactions on YouTube where he’s garnered over 400,000 subscribers. We talk about his journey in music, maintaining an internet community, and we just vibe/nerd out over some of my favorite pop music. Sta...

Joining the show today is Jack Lepariz. You might know him as Jack the Whipper, or you might’ve heard his voice on an NPR station when he was an anchor at WBUR in Boston. We unpack his backstory in journalism, how he got into circus performing, and how he built the character Jack the Whipper. Listen here! Stay Connected with Jack Lepiarz Instagram.com/jacqueszewhipper • tiktok.com/@jacqueszewhippe...

Our guest today is Zachary Finnegan and he's a trumpeter in the Michael Bublé band as well as a band leader and member of several groups in Chicago. We'll be talking about arts in education, touring and performing in the Michael Bublé band, and why it's important to embrace the novice phase of creating. Stay Connected with Zachary Finnegan Instagram.com/zacharyfinneganmusic • tiktok.com/@zacharyfi...

In this episode, I speak with Erin Duvall. Erin is a country recording artist, Entrepreneur, and most importantly a mother. We discuss her many ventures, pursuing dreams, and navigating priorities as a mom and creative. This is Erin Duvall. Stay Connected with Erin Duvall Instagram.com/erinduvallofficial • twitter.com/erinduvallofcl • facebook.com/erinduvallofficial • www.erinduvallofficial.com ——...

In this episode, I speak with Joeyglo. Joeyglo is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter, performer, and audio engineer. It’s a talk full of curiosity, we bring up women's empowerment, and we talk about overcoming shyness if you’re an introverted creative. Stay Connected with Joeyglo Instagram.com/joeyglomusic • facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070546522791 • ——— 🎵 Track Info: Title: herbal tea by Art...

This week, I speak with Laura Bryna. She’s a crossover artist who experiments with several genres but caters to contemporary country and pop. We talk about being life-long learners, maintaining authenticity as creatives, and the inspiration behind her first children’s book. Join me as I speak with Laura Bryna. Stay Connected with Laura Bryna Instagram.com/laurabryna • tiktok.com/@laurabryna • www....

Thank you for joining our Season 14 premiere. Whether it’s your first episode with Pop Nerd Lounge, or you’re a returning listener we thank you for tuning in. My guest today is Singer-Songwriter, Blake Cateris. Cateris built the foundation of his career playing bass with various groups, ranging from his high school mates to being the frontman of the Punk outfit, Molly and the Krells. After spendin...

For our season 13 finale, Singer-Songwriter Megan Knight joins the lounge. She’s an American Idol alum, appearing on Season 18. In 2018, Megan released her first co-produced album, “State of Mind”, which earned her top regard with 93.7 WSTW as EP of the year. Join us for a chat about manifestation, her EP, ‘My Drama,’ and consistency for creatives. Stay Connected with Megan Knight Instagram.com/me...

Joanna Borne brings cinematic and ethereal elements into her genre-bending sound of pop. With her love of car-rattling bass and hip-hop production, a ferocity was built into her music. North American and international influences heighten her smoky vocal tone to tie the songs together; no matter how different they may be emotionally or musically, they are undeniably Joanna Borne. We talk a lot abou...

Estelle found a connection with music from a very young age with a piano front and center. Video clips of Kelly Clarkson, Katy Perry, and Taylor Swift captivated Estelle. She glued herself to the screen absorbing the art of performance by indestructible, commanding, and highly celebrated female musicians. At 10 years old, an unexpected change in piano coach heard Estelle sing and encouraged her to...

Kimberly Dawn is a country music singer-songwriter. Using her natural talent, Kimberly expresses an authentic message of perseverance, humility, courage, and resilience. Since she is involved 100% in writing her catalog, every song comes straight from the heart. Songs such as The Bottle and '93 are a great representation of her empowering songwriting. We talk about work/life balance, mental health...

My guest today is Lauren DeHan. Lauren is the cellist and collaborator in the Ben DeHan band. They create music for the kid against the railing, screaming back the lyrics to the singer of their favorite band and for the 9-5 rush hour warrior sipping coffee in traffic, ignoring the low hum of the idle mind calling like a siren’s song. We talk about opportunities as a classically trained musician, t...

Justin Jesso has written hits for artists like The Backstreet Boys, Maluma, and Ricky Martin. He skyrocketed to fame when he collaborated with Kygo for their record, “Stargazing.” He recently released his latest EP, “Finding The Opposite of Loneliness.” I want to issue two warnings. The first is that there is a little latency within the episode. The second one is that during the episode Justin sha...

My guest today is Jenny JAM. Jenny JAM is a London-born, Los Angeles-based soul-pop singer/songwriter whose music aims to encourage others to always believe in themselves even when times get tough. Her thought-provoking and sincere songwriting allow listeners to connect to her music, delivering an authentic message that has captivated audiences across the globe. Join us as we chat about her theate...

On today’s episode is Eva Grace. Eva Grace is an enigmatic alt-pop expressionist whose mission is to invoke emotion through her musical dualities, artistic exploration, and contradictions. Her single “Goes Like (Do Do Do)” catapulted to success with its own TikTok Hisoka dance, over 3.5 million streams on Spotify, and surpassing 3.5 million views on YouTube, while showcasing her effervescent infus...

Ross Flora is a seasoned, multifaceted singer and musician out of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. In 2012, Ross moved from the family farm to pursue a career in Nashville, Tennessee. Once in Nashville, he was able to build a strong audience base as a solo artist and began touring full-time as a lead guitarist and vocalist, performing with acts such as “Johnny T” Band and “Smoke n’ Guns” arou...

*EPISODE NOTE* In the intro I said Alexa.'s single was "22," the correct title is "20 Something." Joining me in the lounge today is Singer-Songwriter Alexa. Originally from New York, Alexa. has written songs since she was 10 years old. She has earned many accolades including an American Songwriting Award and a Music City Songstar Award and is consistently featured as an up-and-coming singer/songwr...

Holland Greco is a recording artist and songwriter. Not only does she have a penchant for songwriting and performing, but she’s gathered a lot of business acumen from her many years working in the business side of the music industry. We talk about her experience, why creatives should look out for themselves, and curating playlists. Stay Connected with Holland Greco: instagram.com/hollandgreco • tw...

Cash Crawford is a vocalist, songwriter, and entertainer from Nashville. Although she considers herself an emerging artist, she’s spent more than 20 years in the music industry sharpening her skills. In this very cathartic chat, we talk about timing, the importance of making mistakes, and the journey of self-worth. Stay Connected with Cash Crawford: instagram.com/cashcrawford • tiktok.com/@cashcra...

It’s our season 13 premiere, and I am thrilled to host our guest, HARIZ. He’s a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in LA. He’s got a growing list of accolades. However, what the numbers show is a fan base whose hearts connect with HARIZ’s impactful storytelling. We chat about turning a creative hobby into a profession, artistic integrity, connecting with others and there’s even a LE...

You might know our season 12 finale guest from TikTok. With over 700,000 followers on the platform, Abby Fenwick has built a base with her eye-catching dancing, hilarious lip-syncs, and relatable commentary on life. Our conversation was a fantastic dive into the highs and lows of social media, her ambitions as a dancer and choreographer, and growing as creatives. Stay Connected with Abby Fenwick w...