Monday, February 16, 2026

Interviews

Lee Jennings of The Funeral Portrait Talks ShipRocked, New Orleans Inspiration, and Life on the Road

For The Funeral Portrait frontman Lee Jennings, travel isn’t just a byproduct of touring—it’s a creative catalyst. As the band gears up for its first-ever...

Lawrence Gowan of Styx Talks Vegas Residency, Canadian Travel, and Life on the Road

As Styx readies its return to Las Vegas with a highly anticipated residency at The Venetian, the band continues to balance legacy with creative...

Elizabeth Nichols on Tough Love, Tulsa Sundays, and Finding Song Inspiration on the Road

Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Nichols is quickly carving out her place in Nashville with honest storytelling, a faith-rooted foundation, and a sound that blends classic influences with...

Brady Parks of The National Parks talks new music and the natural beauty of his home state of Utah

Utah-based folk-influenced band The National Parks are whisking listeners away with their scenic new album Wildflower. To celebrate the release, the band bring...

Charlie Daniels talks Journey Home Project and his life as an author in one of his final interviews

Charlie Daniels is an icon in country music and I have been a fan since childhood. My Dad and my grandparents took me to...

Sunny Ozell shares her love of exploring medieval churches and stories that inspired her new music

Sunny Ozell is an Americana vocalist who splits her time between Brooklyn and LA with her husband Sir Patrick Stewart. Her latest album Overnight...

Chef Alon Shaya talks about his Israeli roots and his love of New Orleans

Alon Shaya is an Israeli born chef who now calls New Orleans home. In 2017 after launching several successful award-winning restaurants in New Orleans,...

Preservation Hall’s Clint Maedgen talks photography and his favorite Cuba travel memories

Preservation Hall Jazz Band is a New Orleans icon. Seeing them play live is a must-do activity for any tourist who visits the Crescent...

Queen of Bounce Big Freedia speaks about her favorite Mardi Gras memories and her love of cooking

Big Freedia is the Queen Diva of New Orleans bounce. She has been bringing me personal joy for years as I have covered her...

Maggie Rose talks touring with Joan Jett, recording in Muscle Shoals and much more

Maggie Rose has been a favorite artist of mine for a long time. I first met Maggie at CMA Festival in 2013. When I...

Chris Bandi discusses playing at the Opry and his Key West residency

Hailing from St. Louis, Missouri, Chris Bandi grew up being influenced by a wide range of genres from rock and pop to 90’s country....

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