Load-In Through The Back

Humble… Kind… we can use all sorts of flattering descriptors to describe today’s guests, especially since Troy almost had them banned from the ZOOM meeting. We’re chatting with Jordan Caiola and Jeff Lucci of Mo Lowda & the Humble on “Load-In Through the Back” Season 04, Episode 12!
Formed in Philadelphia, PA, Mo Lowda & the Humble have built a ravenous and dedicated fanbase on the back of emotionally-driven indie folk songs and energized live performances. 
Their latest record, “Tailing the Ghost,” was released in June of 2025.
Jordan and Jeff join us remotely to discuss their songs living dual lives, life on the road, navigating multiple creative projects, maintaining their DIY ethos, and much more. 
Visit MoLowda.com and follow @MoLowda on social media to stay in-the-know about the band and upcoming tour dates.As always– be sure to “Follow” or “Subscribe” to our show wherever you are listening. Show us some extra love by leaving a comment or a review! 
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This episode is sponsored in part by Tank Recording Studio in Burlington, VT.

Chad Wolf and Brian Ulery of Carolina Liar join Troy to chat about their upcoming spring tour.

Click Date for Tickets!

April 17th - Taffeta Music Hall - Lowell, MA
April 18th - Stowe Cider - Stowe, VT
April 19th - the Bitter End - New York, NY
April 20th - CONNArtists House Concert - Southbury, CT
April 21st - Jammin' Java - Vienna, VA
April 22nd - WaR3house 3 - Swarthmore, PA

We love Steve Poltz. Steve Poltz loves us… and Steve Poltz. Lucky for everyone, he’s our guest on Season 04, Episode 11 of “Load-In Through the Back”.
Fair warning– if you’re hoping for a traditional interview episode, this one IS NOT for you.
We field a phone call, and you get to listen. It’s absurd. It’s brash. It’s everything we’re thankful for about this friendship. 
We chatted about his new album. We talked about his iconic band The Rugburns. We also get in the weeds about politics, films, and Buc-ee’s. 
You know what, maybe listen anyway? 
Poltzy is chronically on tour. He released his brand-new album “Joyride” in January of this year. Visit Poltz.com and follow @StevePoltz to hear the tracks and find out when he is *inevitably* coming to a town near you.
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This episode is sponsored in part by Tank Recording Studio in Burlington, VT.

Whoever said “things can only get better” clearly has never spent an afternoon chatting with New-Wave icon Howard Jones, our guest on Season 04, Episode 10 of “Load-In Through the Back.”
A pioneer of synth-driven rock music in the 1980s, Howard has enjoyed a 40-plus-year career on the back of hits such as “New Song,” “What Is Love?,” and “Things Can Only Get Better.”
His albums “Human’s Lib” and “Dream Into Action” have gone platinum twice over, and he continues to perform his music to ravenous listeners around the globe.Howard joins us remotely to chat about longevity, Don Henley, narrative voice, and the irony of Ticketmaster fees. 
Howard recently announced a slew of tour dates for 2026. Find more information at HowardJones.com or by following @HowardJonesOfficial on social media.
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This episode is sponsored in part by Tank Recording Studio in Burlington, VT.

The other podcasts are going to know we’re tourists if we keep staring up at Damn Tall Buildings, so instead, why don’t we chat with them on Season 04, Episode 09 of “Load-In Through the Back”?
Since forming at Berklee College of Music in 2013, Damn Tall Building’s unique three-part vocals and pop-driven folk songs has made them a perennial favorite on bluegrass and americana festivals across the country. 
We’re joined by violinist, banjo-player, and vocalist Avery Ballotta to discuss independently recording their newest album, lifting very heavy things, marketing your art, and so much more. 
Their latest album, “The Universe is Hungry” was self-recorded and released in October of 2025. The band begins an intensive month-long UK tour on May 12th before returning to the US.
Stay up-to-date with the band by following @GramTallBuildings on Instagram and visiting their official website: DamnTallBuildings.com.
Be sure to “Follow” or “Subscribe” to our show wherever you are listening. Show us some extra love by leaving a comment or a review! 
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This episode is sponsored in part by Tank Recording Studio in Burlington, VT.