In Episode 1 (Season 2) I speak with singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, illustrator, and actress, Nicole Atkins. We discuss her pandemic release Italian Ice, and Sinatra-esque reimagining release Memphis Ice. We discuss Nicole’s youth, her family in Neptune City, New Jersey, and her path to now. We commiserate on the acceptance of obsolete technologies and changing vernacular, and our journeys in relapse and navigating sobriety. In this week’s wrap-up, Crystal and I talk a tiny about listening to Traffic…the band, Pocket Rocker’s, Belinda Carlisle vs. Brandi Carlisle, and we go deep on Nicole’s advice to “relax your butthole.” Please enjoy the kick-off to Season 2 and set your reminders. 

Episode Links:

Nicole's Website

Nicole Patreon - Natkins Funhouse

Nicole's Music - Spotify 

Nicole's Instagram

Live from Banjo Website 

Live from Banjo Instagram

In Episode 34, I speak with singer, songwriter, and guitarist Jeffrey Martin. We discuss his most recent single, “I Know What I Know,” Life as a PK in Eugene, Oregon.  Jeffrey’s songwriting, the beat writer’s place in history, “Billy Burroughs,” I fanboy out a little too much on the majesty of Jeffrey’s song Coal Fire, and we discuss the value of a bit of self-reflection. In this week’s wrap-up, Crystal and I talk a tiny about John Prine, a whole hell of a lot about William Burroughs, and a little history of the Beat Generation.  Please enjoy my conversation with the incredibly talented singer and songwriter Jeffrey Martin. 

SHOW LINKS:

• Jeffrey's Shows (Tour Dates)
• Jeffrey's Web Page
• Jeffrey's Instagram
• Live from Banjo Patreon Page
• Live from Banjo Spotify Playlist
• Live from Banjo Instagram
• Live from Banjo Website 

In Episode 33, I speak with the singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Jason Pipkin, known as The Lone Bellow's keys and bass player, but has also produced one of the bands EPs and spent some time as the band's banjo player.  Jason is also married to and has a child with Kanene Pipkin, the lead female vocalist in the Lone Bellow.  We discuss Jason's journey into the life of a professional musician, his time in the church, and where he sees himself in music after the world's shift.Crystal and I discuss glossolalia, laughter pandemics, School of Rock, and douchebags in this week's wrap-up.  Please enjoy Jason's conversation about life, love, and music.