Spout Podcast

In this episode of The Spout Podcast, Tamara Dhia sits down with Chris Daughtry to talk about his new EP Shock to the System: Part Two—a raw and unflinching project that dives deep into mental health, self-discovery, and reclaiming artistic freedom. Chris opens up about the personal struggles and painful truths behind songs like The Day I Die and The Bottom, and how the forced pause of the pandemi...

From selling out arenas with Why Don’t We to carving his own lane as a solo artist, Corbyn Besson is stepping into a new chapter. In this episode, Corbyn opens up about: The making of his breakout solo singles Tied Up, Don’t Run, and Summer Collaborating with producers like Hit-Boy and TenRoc, plus surprise features including Jeremih and TWICE’s Tzuyu What it felt like to headline global tours, pl...

Actor, singer, and rising country star Asher Angel joins Tamara Dhia for a wide-ranging conversation about his career transformation—from Disney Channel’s Andi Mack to starring in Shazam, and now making waves in Nashville. Asher opens up about: His new single “Rodeo” featuring Nelly (a full-circle moment since Nelly’s Dilemma topped the charts the day Asher was born). The heartbreak that inspired...

Ryan Cabrera jumps on with Erik Zachary for a fast, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt catch-up that runs from Times Square windows to toddler tantrums. Ryan’s celebrating the 20th anniversary of “On The Way Down” with a star-stacked new version (Joey Fatone, AJ McLean, members of Hanson, Hot Chelle Rae, Nick from Walk the Moon) and a punchy rock take with Like Ghost—proof that great songs don’t ag...

Maggie Lindemann is back with a bold new era. Fresh off the release of “One of the Ones” and gearing up for her second full-length album I Feel Everything (out October 17), Maggie sits down with Nick Major to talk about experimenting with new sounds, the meaning behind her album title, and why she’s both nervous and proud of taking creative risks. She opens up about her love of horror movies (yes,...

John K joins Erik Zachary to talk about his new album Salt and Light and the Part One Tour that’s redefining his connection with fans. From fatherhood and faith to songwriting and authenticity, John opens up about how he’s merging his life at home with his life on stage. He shares the story behind “Linnae,” the intimate ballad named after his wife, and why writing about real love makes his music r...

Lady A’s Charles Kelley joins Spout to open up about life after three years sober, fatherhood, and the creative freedom behind his bold new solo album Songs for a New Moon. The 16-track, ’80s-inspired project blends gratitude, vulnerability, and big, anthemic energy—featuring standout originals like “Can’t Lose You” plus fresh takes on “Time After Time” and The Killers’ “Here With Me.” Charles sha...

In this episode of the Spout Podcast, country hitmaker Russell Dickerson sits down with host Tamara Dhia to talk about going full throttle—on stage, in the studio, and in life. Fresh off his biggest tour to date and riding high from the viral success of his high-energy anthem “Happened to Me,” Russell reflects on the moment everything clicked: fans singing along just two weeks after the song dropp...

Addison Rae isn’t just dropping bops—she’s building a world. In this episode, she joins Erik Zachary for round two on the Spout Podcast to talk about her debut album Addison—a slick, synth-soaked trip through heartbreak, self-reflection, and glossy, gorgeous pop. They dive into the cinematic vision behind “Diet Pepsi,” the bold choice to include two short-but-stunning interludes, and why black-and...

On this episode of the Spout Podcast, Nick Major catches up with Quinn XCII, just ahead of the release of his seventh studio album, Look, I’m Alive. The genre-blending artist opens up about how fatherhood inspired a more grounded, grateful sound—plus the Jack Johnson vibes fueling his new music. They dive into: The true meaning behind “Olive Tree” and “Yellow Brick Road”  Why fans might hear less...

From the bright lights of Broadway to the gritty glow of a Nashville studio, Kelsie Watts is doing more than just "fitting in"—she's breaking out. In this episode, Erik Zachary sits down with the powerhouse vocalist and SIX: The Musical star to talk about her anthemic new single “Fit In,” her unexpected journey to Broadway, and what it really takes to balance 8 shows a week and a music career. Kel...

In this unfiltered episode of the Spout Podcast, Emmy-winning actor and stand-up comedian Jeremy Piven joins Erik Zachary for a deep—and often hilarious—conversation about transformation, tenacity, and the art of reinvention. Known for his iconic role as Ari Gold on Entourage, Jeremy opens up about life on the road as a stand-up comic, the grind of handing out flyers despite a Hollywood résumé, an...

On this episode of the Spout Podcast, Tamara Dhia sits down with alt-pop artist Role Model (aka Tucker Pillsbury) for a refreshingly honest and hilarious conversation. Fresh off his headlining tour—and still riding high from his breakout hit “Sally (When the Wine Runs Out)”—Role Model opens up about everything from bringing his mom on stage to his viral TikTok moment with Renee Rapp (aka “Mommy”)....

What do you get when you mix $100 bills, cheap champagne, and a cheer stunt or two? A Jessie Murph tour, baby. She's back on Spout and bigger than ever — literally and metaphorically. Jessie spills about her accidental banger “Blue Strips,” getting rowdy on stage (please stop stealing her acrylics), and what to expect from her upcoming album that somehow fuses Elvis, trap, and gas station Gatorade...

Beauty School Dropout Kneeled It (™) From crashing at friends’ houses to crashing the charts—Beauty School Dropout didn’t just make an album, they made a statement. In this episode, the genre-blurring rock trio joins host Nick Major to talk about their upcoming full-length Where Did All the Butterflies Go?, how producer Neil Avron turned their demos into dopamine, and why recording the "old school...

Alex Warren’s viral hit “Ordinary” may have topped charts around the world, but his story is anything but. In this episode, host Tamara Dhia catches up with Alex on his Cheaper Than Therapy tour to talk about the whirlwind journey from homelessness to headliner — and the real-life love story that inspired his breakout single. Alex opens up about working with artists like Joe Jonas and Jelly Roll,...

Swifties, history has been made. On May 30, 2025, Taylor Swift announced that her battle has come to an end and she owns her masters... but what does that mean? Nick, Ana, Amy and Lacey discuss the history behind the re-records, the true value of clownery and loyal Swifties, and what this all truly means. This isn’t just a win for Taylor—it’s a win for every artist, fan, and fighter who’s ever dar...

Jessie Reyez on Heartbreak, Healing, and Her Hungriest Album Yet Jessie Reyez doesn’t just make music — she sets it on fire. In this episode of Spout, she joins Tamara Dhia to talk about her third studio album Yessie, why it hits harder, and how sobriety reshaped her sound and her soul. She opens up about the raw emotion behind viral heartbreak anthem “Couldn’t Be Me,” the family pain that inspire...

In this second take of the Spout Podcast with Nick Major, alt-pop powerhouse Sophie Powers returns for a raw and real conversation about her evolution as an artist, life after leaving her label, and the creative freedom of her new era. From performing her viral track "Shut the F** Up"* on American Idol to directing her own music videos and launching fashion collaborations in Japan, Sophie shares t...

Xzibit joins host Tamara Dhia to talk Kingmaker—his first solo album in over a decade—and why it’s the most personal, precise, and fully realized record of his career. He unpacks what it meant to finally collaborate with Ice Cube on his own terms, what Conor McGregor’s music label is really like behind the scenes, and why the struggle for control in hip-hop has simply shifted from Paola to playlis...

Gabe Saporta, best known for leading Cobra Starship and Midtown, joins Spout host Nick Major for a wide-ranging and hilarious conversation you won’t want to miss. In this episode, Gabe shares the inspiration behind his new men’s skincare line Protégé—a brand born from discontinued products, aging rockstars, and a desire to make self-care less taboo for guys. They also dig into Gabe’s transition fr...

At just 18 years old, Waylon Wyatt has already shared the stage with legends like Tracy Lawrence, headlined a sold-out national tour, and played Stagecoach—all while finishing high school in Hackett, Arkansas (population: 800). In this episode, host Nick Major sits down with the rising country star to talk about viral success, writing songs in his kitchen between dinner prep, and how a constructio...

In this episode of the Spout Podcast, host Tamara Dhia catches up with platinum-selling singer, songwriter, and producer Elijah Woods. Elijah shares hilarious stories involving Harry Styles, Justin Bieber, and the other Elijah Wood — including the one time he almost had the perfect music video idea featuring the famous Frodo himself.  Elijah reflects on his early days growing up in a tiny Ontario...

On this episode of the Spout Podcast,  Isabel LaRosa reveals the inspiration behind her debut album RAVEN, why she’s obsessed with creepy plot twists, and how her brother Thomas remains her closest creative partner. From biking through her neighborhood at 3AM to filming with a real raven named Maul, Isabel opens up about growing up in Annapolis, learning jazz from her dad, and the terrifying real-...

DJO is back for his second time on the Spout Podcast—but this time, the man behind the music, Joe Keery, is digging even deeper. Known for his role as Steve Harrington on Stranger Things, Keery’s musical alter-ego DJO has taken on a life of its own, blending trippy synths, warped vocals, and existential lyrics into something both strange and sincere. In this episode, host Tamara Dhia catches up wi...