Load-In Through The Back

Our guest on “Load-In Through the Back” Season 04, Episode 22 is quiet, you know. He makes a first impression. He is multi-platinum singer/songwriter Howie Day.
Since emerging onto the national stage with his 2000 album “Australia,” he has earned acclaim as an honest, steadfast troubadour. That reputation reached new heights with 2003 "Collide," his 4× RIAA Platinum-certified hit, which remains the defining song of his career.
Howie joins us to discuss local legends of Bangor, Maine, how a happen-stancial Dave Matthews concert spawned a three-decade music career, his love affair with the Line 6 DL4, architecture, and moving forward.
His summer tour begins July 7th in Rockford, IL. Visit HowieDay.com and follow @HowieDay on social media for more information. 
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You all have driving music, but this is a driving podcast. We’re talking with Sam Walker of Clay Street Unit on Season 04, Episode 21 of “Load-In Through the Back”!

Formed in Denver, Colorado, Clay Street Unit has quickly earned a reputation as a rambunctious live act who packs an emotional punch. The group has stunned audiences across the country both as a headliner in small clubs and theaters, and as an opening act in arenas and stadiums for Turnpike Troubadours and the String Cheese Incident.

Their debut LP “Sin & Squalor” was produced by friend-of-the-show and Infamous Stringdusters banjo player Chris Pandolifi.

The record is now available to stream or purchase wherever you consume music.

Sam joins us to discuss the importance of independent music venues, turning your passion into your business, recording a record in real-time, the beauty of words, and so much more.

They are @ClayStreetUnit on social media and ClayStreetUnit.com on the world wide web.

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This episode is sponsored in part by Tank Recording Studio in Burlington, VT.

If you want to listen to this conversation, it’s alright with me– we’re chatting with songster Eric Hutchinson on Season 04, Episode 20 of “Load-In Through the Back”!

Known for his infectious blend of pop, soul, and folk, Eric rose to prominence in the late oughts with his hits “OK, It’s Alright With Me” and “Rock & Roll”. A true road warrior, Eric has continued to write, record, and perform for the better part of two decades amassing a large, loyal following across North America.

Earlier this year, he launched his music-adjacent interview podcast “Songversations with Eric Hutchinson” based on the 2017 card game he created under the same moniker.

Eric joins us to discuss singing with Madonna’s record label, the pros and cons of creating music in the digital age, returning to his roots on the new LP, and re-chronicling his catalog.

He is currently in the thralls of a summer tour.

Visit EricHutchinson.com and follow @EricHutchinson for more information.

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We pulled some strings, and we have Barton Davies and Ford Garrard of Breakfield on Season 04, Episode 19 of “Load-In Through the Back”!Operating under a brand-new moniker, Breakfield are a high-octane folk, country, rock band a la Mumford & Sons. Recently signed to the esteemed Rounder Records, the band released their self-titled debut LP and completed their first headlining tour since leaving the name A Boy Named Banjo behind.
Barton and Ford join us to discuss ushering in a new ear, leaving A Boy Named Banjo behind… sort of, growing up in Music City, and Smith’s Olde Bar. Okay, we talk about some other stuff, too.
Check out the debut LP, “Breakfield,” by following @Breakfield on social media or by visiting BreakfieldBand.com

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Our guest today can’t stand to fly, but he clearly can stand Troy and Pauly enough to be our first ever three-time guest– we’re talking with John Ondrasik of Five for Fighting.

Arguably the most renowned piano balladeer of the 21st Century, Five for Fighting is best known for mega-hits “Superman (It’s Not Easy),” “100 Years,” “Riddle,” and “Chances.”

John joins us in the thralls of tour prep to discuss writing and recording new music, the luxuries of being in Barenaked Ladies, the crux of being a “band in demand” for morning television, the staying power of “America Town”, reexamining your goals, and a whole lot more.

His co-headline tour with friend of the show Edwin McCain is now underway.

Find @FiveForFighting on social media and visit FiveForFighting.com to snag tickets.

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