Load-In Through The Back

• The Autumn Defense

  As if being members of renowned Americana group Wilco wasn’t enough, Pat Sansone and John Stirratt create hauntingly beautiful and intellectually engaging throwback pop-rock a la Big Star under the moniker the Autumn Defense.They recently released a new record entitled “Here and Nowhere,” following an eleven year break. They are also our guests on Season 3, Episode 15 of “Load-In Through the Back.” Pat and John join us via Zoom to discuss touring through winter weather, record shopping in Brazil, the pros and cons of social media during an album release campaign, and much more. The Autumn Defense’s Fall Tour kicks off October 24th in Vienna, VA. Find tickets and more information by following @TheAutumnDefense on social media. “Here and Nowhere” is available wherever you stream or purchase music via Yep Roc Records. Support our show by clicking “follow” or “subscribe” wherever you’re listening. Leaving comments or a review is a great, free way to show some love. We are @LoadInPodcast on Instagram and Threads, and “Load-In Through the Back Podcast” on Facebook. FRIENDLY REMINDER! The podcast will be on a two week hiatus while Troy travels on his headlining solo-acoustic tour. Visit TroyMilletteMusic.com for dates and more information.

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• Ashley Monroe

  Today’s guest is hell on heels and then some. She is an artist. A singer. A mother. A survivor. She is Ashley Monroe, and she is our guest on Season 3, Episode 14 of “Load-In Through the Back”!A native of Knoxville, TN, Ashley and her family moved to Nashville to pursue music following the death of her father in her early teens. Ashley found success on country radio and beyond as a solo artist, a member of the female-fronted supergroup Pistol Annies with Miranda Lambert and Angaleena Presley, and a featured vocalist on Train’s 2012 summer hit “Bruises.”Our conversation chronicles her return to music following a bout with cancer, the birth of a band in an Airstream, seven year towns, carpooling with Vince Gill, and much more.Ashley’s latest record, “Tennessee Lightning” was released in August of 2025, with a Deluxe Version pending. She is currently on the road with country megastars Little Big Town supporting that release.Find physical copies, additional merchandise, and tour dates at AshleyMonroe.com or by following @AshleyMonroeMusic on Instagram.Support our show by clicking “follow” or “subscribe” wherever you’re listening. Leaving comments or a review is a great, free way to show some love. We are @LoadInPodcast on Instagram and Threads, and “Load-In Through the Back Podcast” on Facebook.

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• Brian Dunne

  Is it so bad to want a good life? We’re not sure, but it’s not so bad to want a new episode of Load-In Through the Back with New York songster and Top 4 member of the band Fantastic Cat: Brian Dunne!Brian recently released a brand-new solo album entitled “Clams Casino” which is arguably Troy’s favorite record of 2025.In this conversation we dive into the obstacles of releasing music independently, avoiding van theft, chronic creating, Bruce Springsteen, the forthcoming Clams Casino Tour, and much more. You can purchase physical copies of the new record and find a tour date near you by visiting BrianDunneMusic.net and following @BrianDunneMusic across social media.Support our show by clicking “follow” or “subscribe” wherever you’re listening. Leaving comments or a review is a great, free way to show some love. We are @LoadInPodcast on Instagram and Threads, and “Load-In Through the Back Podcast” on Facebook. 

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• James Campion (Author of "Revolution: Prince, the Band, the Era)

  Don't worry, I won't hurt you, I only want you to have some fun–And fun we had during this conversation with author, podcaster, and all-around nice-guy James Campion!James recently released his brand-new book “Revolution: Prince, the Band, the Era” chronicling the chaotic rise and strange lore surrounding Prince and his iconic group.Don’t let his job description fool you, this is one of the most engaging musical conversations we have ever had on this podcast.We talk about Prince a lot. We also talk about writing a lot. We delve into Counting Crows, Warren Zevon, the Beatles and more!We discuss the Underwater Sunshine Podcast featuring Adam Duritz, and the independent music festival (aptly titled Underwater Sunshine Fest) that it spawned.We talk about humanity. You don’t want to miss this episode.When you inevitably fall in love with James, you can follow him on Instagram at @JamesCampion, and pick up a copy of the new book (or any of his past work) at JamesCampion.com.As always, you can find more from our show at our official website: LoadInPodcast.com.Support our show by clicking “follow” or “subscribe” wherever you’re listening. Leaving comments or a review is a great, free way to show some love. We are @LoadInPodcast on Instagram and Threads, and “Load-In Through the Back Podcast” on Facebook.

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• SunDown47

  SunDown47’s Steve Drymalski is more than just a singer, songwriter, front man, tour manager, lighting technician, and music fiend… he’s also our guest on Season 03, Episode 11 of “Load-In Through the Back!” A life-long lover of music turned band member, Steve’s first life in the business came as a lighting technician and production manager for esteemed artists such as Soundgarden, Aerosmith, and Pearl Jam.When COVID-19 shuttered the music industry, Steve took a decades-old collection of songs into the studio and completed his debut album under the moniker SunDown47. Shortly thereafter, that passion-project of a record fell into the lap of country music megastar Zach Bryan and was accompanied by a contract to open his forthcoming stadium tour. Steve joins us to discuss the new album’s inception, siloing his skills and creativity across nine lives in the music business, John Denver, a pivotal phone call from Neil Young, those pesky blue spot lights, and much more. SunDown47’s debut album “Along for the Ride” was released on September 12th, 2025 and is now streaming across the web. Visit SunDown47.com for links and upcoming tour dates, and be sure to follow @SunDown47Official on Instagram. Show support for our show by clicking “follow” or “subscribe” wherever you’re listening. Leaving comments or a review is a great, free way to support our show. We are @LoadInPodcast on Instagram and Threads, and “Load-In Through the Back Podcast” on Facebook. Visit LoadInPodcast.com for more.

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