The Slow Drag Has A Podcast, Too

Kyle Cox sits down with me to discuss incorporating parenthood into his music career, how to manage relationships, and the importance of a good night’s sleep. We also spend a lot of time discussing what it’s like to focus on booking “the right shows. And he’s got a new record coming out this month, and I’ll premiere a little bit of a tune from that release on the broadcast :)

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Dan Rodriguez has built a solid career on his own terms and knows the importance of stick-to-itiveness, patience, and perseverance. I loved sitting down and talking to Dan, and left the conversation feeling inspired, invigorated, and invincible. Hope you get something out of it, too. 

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Korby Lenker really taken living a creative life into his own hands. Listen in as this author, musician, screenwriter, and actor (and more!) shares his journey and philosophies on earning a living through ongoing and varied creative ventures.

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Had a kickass conversation with local Jack of All Trades, Andrew Leahey. Come hear about how it's important to be multifaceted in the music world, where the good coffee in Nashville is, and how "getting it right" can, and should, be a constantly-moving target.

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Wowie wow wow is this a great episode. I left my conversation with creative powerhouse Alex Wong feeling inspired, energized, and with some new tools in my own creative arsenal. Alex is also on Patreon and I highly recommend you check his stuff out and support him. You won't be disappointed.

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Hey Hey! Got another two-parter here for ya featuring my buddy Trevor Larkin. I was so happy to have Trevor on the show because he's got his feet firmly planted in two camps right now: one, as the guitar player for the Allen Stone band, a well-established project enjoying a level of success that many dream of achieving, and the other in Climb The Sky, a brand new musical project which is Trevor's brainchild. It's wildly interesting to hear someone talk about new hopes and aspirations when they could very well be resting on their laurels and enjoying the status quo. Learn how to keep making things and keep growing on this special pair of episodes. 

Hey Hey! Got another two-parter here for ya featuring my buddy Trevor Larkin. I was so happy to have Trevor on the show because he's got his feet firmly planted in two camps right now: one, as the guitar player for the Allen Stone band, a well-established project enjoying a level of success that many dream of achieving, and the other in Climb The Sky, a brand new musical project which is Trevor's brainchild. It's wildly interesting to hear someone talk about new hopes and aspirations when they could very well be resting on their laurels and enjoying the status quo. Learn how to keep making things and keep growing on this special pair of episodes. 

Another great musician from Tune Squad studios, Greg Herndon joins me today on the podcast. Greg is just about the coolest keys player in town, and I'm happy to report that he's also now putting out his own original music as well. Come get some matter-or-fact perspective on what it's like being a hired-gun musician in town and why it's important to pursue your own creative endeavors while making a living off playing other peoples' music. 

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Anthony Simpkins is a local and international folk hero, not for the music he makes, but rather the music he celebrates. For 7 years, he’s been running Gems on VHS, a youtube channel dedicated to bringing you high-quality video content featuring obscure talent. 

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Danika Holmes has a success story for the ages. After watching her life fall apart, she decided to reinvent her future and make music a big big part of it. Over the past several years, she and her husband Jeb have built an undeniable career as traveling musicians. In this episode, we talk about finding opportunity in the face of tragedy, why animals are so cool, and the virtues of being a morning person.

Steve Everett has a contagious positive energy and a deep-rooted independent nature. I love how he starts this interview off with a story of personal triumph and perseverance, then goes on to extol the virtues of building a community of fans and focusing on them. Balancing business and personal endeavors can be a major challenge, but Steve does it with a natural ease. 

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Steve Everett has a contagious positive energy and a deep-rooted independent nature. I love how he starts this interview off with a story of personal triumph and perseverance, then goes on to extol the virtues of building a community of fans and focusing on them. Balancing business and personal endeavors can be a major challenge, but Steve does it with a natural ease. 

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If you want to be inspired and challenged to be your best, surround yourself with people like Mike McKee. While many musicians might rest on their laurels once their music provides a living wage, Mike has decided to start at least two new businesses while also touring the country. 

Mike is an especially good role model for musicians who love to play, but might not write music or sing. He’s a smart individual who is securing his future in the music industry through unorthodox and creative means. 

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Jenn Grinels is a true force of independent creativity with an amazing tale to tell. Learn the importance of knowing your worth, abandoning your fears, and how to stay out of the daylight when playing. Here's Part Two of our conversation. 

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Jenn Grinels is a true force of independent creativity with an amazing tale to tell. Learn the importance of knowing your worth, abandoning your fears, and how to stay out of the daylight when playing. We had so much to talk about that is interview is a two parter! Part two comes out next week :)

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