The Conner Cherland Podcast

Nick and I talk about mushrooms & spirituality, the similarities between evangelical worship leading and indie concerts, and what it means to lay some hot pads down on the one.    Give Me Back My Soul: 3 8:25 Instagram: @mediumbuild Website: mediumbuildmusic.com

Alicia and I talk about learning how to grow as an artist, and how to organically grow a team that can challenge and support you as you continue to become your true indie-punk-self.    Dog Days LA: 28:28 Instagram: @aliciabluemusic Website: aliciablue.com

Cristina is an accomplished singer-songwriter, slide & finger style guitarist, banjo player, and much more. You can hear her new album "Nowhere Sounds Lovely" now on Spotify or cristinavane.com  On this episode you'll hear us talk about fingerstyle guitar through the eyes of Pete Steinberg (her mentor many years ago), added comforts as a guest or in a tent while on tour, and how Instagram...

Maya and I talk about evolving from a solo project to a band, the logistics of sharing responsibility amongst band members, and how the CD is still a useful piece of merch.    Going Nowhere: 24:53   Instagram: @__mayaelise__ Website: mayaelisemusic.com

Theo Matz (of American Sigh) and I discuss his new release "Burning The Flag", self-censorship, and his new upcoming album "Honor System".   Burning The Flag: 26:12 Instagram: @americansigh Website: americansigh.com

Lizabett Russo and I discuss herbalism, growing up in Romania, and letting go of fear.    The Water Is Wide: 41:43 Instagram: @lizabettrusso Website: lizabettrusso.com

Lauren Marcus and I why you should never look up the people auditioning you, and how to keep going when you seemingly failed.   Instagram: @laurmarcus  Website: laurenmarcus.com

Colton Nelson and I discuss self-doubt and how a loving community can push you to new places.    Big Dam Foolishness - 36:26 Instagram: @descolada_music Website: descoladamusic.com

Esther Rose and I discuss songwriting on the road, the possibility of a train tour, and an amazing book called "The Body Keeps The Score".   Songs: Songs Remain - 14:21 Instagram: @therealestherrose Website: estherrose.net

Jamie Drake and I discuss her new album "Everything's Fine", connecting with your inner child, and what makes a good collaboration.   Songs: Oh Well Oh Well - 39:05 Instagram: @jamiethedrake Website: jamiedrakemusic.com

Aviva Le Fey and I discuss songwriting, magic, and the art of connecting with your ancestry.   Songs: I Am California (Cover) - 47:17 Georgia - 01:01:19 Instagram: @avivalefey Website: avivalefey.com

Sam Doores and I discuss his self-titled album, covid-time collaborations, and how he's not the kind of man that fiddles with software settings.   Songs: Windmills - 28:30 ​ Uncle Jessie - 56:00 ​ Instagram: @samdoores Website: samdooresmusic.com

Natalie Carol (Valley Queen) and I discuss how songwriting keeps us in our feelings, the importance of fighting, and how the music industry isn't always helpful.   Songs: Highway Pearls - 18:20 ​ Hold on You - 46:16 ​ Instagram: @valleyqueenmusic

Chris Acker and I discuss motivational speakers, earning respect, purposely defying the expectations of others, and his new album Good Kid!   Songs: Someday Lovers - 43:21 ​ Panicked & Paralyzed - 56:58 ​ Instagram: @chrisacker_growthsprout

Mackenzie Howe and I discuss the Waldorf School, Fear of Breakdown, and sifting through life mid-covid.   Songs: Believer - 27:48 ​ New Ways to Die - 54:50 ​ Instagram: @pet_dress_ Bandcamp: https://petdress.bandcamp.com/

Sam Gelband and I discuss children's poems, building community in New Orleans, and remembering to enjoy the act of writing.   Songs: Terrified - 16:20 ​ I'll Wait For You - 39:13 ​ Instagram: @sammygelbz Bandcamp: https://mrsam.bandcamp.com/album/mr-sam-the-people-people

John Davey and I discuss writing songs while raising your firstborn, Lake Superior, and Puttin On The Ritz.   Songs: Sugar Mask - 36:03 ​Boreal Lullaby - 52:00 ​ Instagram: @johnisaacdavey Website: johndaveysings.com

Dani Stacy and I discuss moving to Nashville, the makings for a good song collaboration, any why we've tried to lie about our age in the past.   Instagram: @dani_stacy Website: danistacy.com

Ben Higginbotham and I discuss wedding bands, the power of Spotify playlists, and ladies trying to fight you while you play music.   Songs: Take Me Back - 27:49 ​ Books - 1:08:22 ​ Instagram: @musicbycypress Website: https://www.benhigginbotham.com/

Michael Solstrom and I discuss living out in the wilderness without electricity (what Michael is doing currently), the art of songwriting without rhyming, and what it means to finish a song.   Songs: Dandelion Melody (Michael) - 4:27 ​​ Darlin (Conner) - 16:15 ​Fallen Pieces (Michael) - 32:35 ​Mystic Highway (Michael) - 50:24 ​ Instagram: @solstrommusic Bandcamp: https://solstrom.bandcamp.com...

Harrison Sands and I discuss his new album, collaboration, and the importance of real friendship within the music scene.   Songs: Billy Crystal - 23:44 ​ Instagram: @mrharrisonsands Website: mrharrisonsands.com

James Spaite and I discuss character development through marriage, tappy tap guitar sounds, and the importance of constantly growing.   Songs: Maple Whisky - 27:40 ​ I Can't Make You Love Me/So Sick (Instrumental Cover) - 37:55 ​ Instagram: @jamesspaite Website: www.jamesspaite.com/together

Andrea and I discuss playing music on a cruise line, moving to another country to pursue music, and eating lemons (metaphorically).   Songs: Untitled Song - 29:55 ​ Instagram: @andrealisa.comm

Brian Mclaughlin of The Rare Occasions and I discuss his musical inspiration, setting songwriting goals, and not loving someone half-heartedly. This was one of the first interviews I ever did, which is why you'll notice that my hair is long and my interviewing skills are not as good. Luckily, Brian makes up for my lack.   Songs: Sparrow (Brian) - 1:34 ​Gerilyn (Conner) - 11:34 ​Alone (Brian)...

Will Breman and I discuss his ongoing endeavors in education, watching each other grow over the past 7 years, mental health, religion, and a bit of Tony Robbins.   Songs: Quiet - 18:27 ​ Timing (Unreleased) - 49:35 ​ Instagram: @willbremanmusic