Dan was a terrific writer from Norwalk, California who died suddenly in 2024 after attending a Tyler Childers concert. A genuine soul with an endless well of kindness, he was a very passionate music fan. His vast and eclectic CD collection was given away at his memorial service.
Robert Pollard of Guided By VoicesGuided By Voices leader Robert Pollard highlights some of the thousands of songs he's written in the band's four-decade run.
Peter CasePeter Case talks about his solo album Doctor Moan and discusses his time in the bands The Nerves and The Plimsouls.
Joe HenryAmericana singer-songwriter Joe Henry takes us behind his All The Eye Can See album and his collaborations with jazz great Ornette Coleman, Bonnie Raitt, and T Bone Burnett.
Cleto Cordero of Flatland CavalryFlatland Cavalry singer Cleto Cordero talks about the Texas country band's Songs To Keep You Warm EP, including "Mountain Song," and weighs in on the Texas/Nashville rivalry.
Ian Broudie of The Lightning SeedsIan Broudie of The Lightning Seeds on "Pure," his work with Echo & The Bunnymen, and his 2022 album, See You In The Stars.
Anne WilsonAhead of her debut album, "My Jesus" singer Anne Wilson talks of overcoming tragedy with faith and music.
Keb' Mo'The blues musician talks about his Good To Be album and how his communication style was influenced by Dr. Ruth.
Loreena McKennittThe Celtic music maker Loreena McKennitt on finding musical inspiration, the "New Age" label, and working on the movie Tinker Bell.
Gary LeVoxOn "Life Is A Highway," his burgeoning solo career, and the Rascal Flatts song he most connects with.
Lydia LunchA purveyor of "punish rock" with a very long list of projects and collaborations, Lydia Lunch talks about some of her key songs and career highlights.