Bringin' it Backwards
Bringin' It Backwards: podcast – giving driven musicians the invaluable insight they need to succeed in the music industry, by revealing how legendary musicians achieved stardom.
Episodes
May 17, 2024 • 61 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing Lillian Hepler over Zoom video!
Lillian Hepler tells the stories many of us are afraid of admitting. A dynamic and versatile pop artist, she weaves her own experiences into her songs, conveying the kaleidoscope of emotions she so deeply feels. In turn, her songs provide an insight into the openhearted and honest person she is while also becoming the universal soundtrack for her listeners.
Born and...
Lillian Hepler tells the stories many of us are afraid of admitting. A dynamic and versatile pop artist, she weaves her own experiences into her songs, conveying the kaleidoscope of emotions she so deeply feels. In turn, her songs provide an insight into the openhearted and honest person she is while also becoming the universal soundtrack for her listeners.
Born and...
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May 15, 2024 • 55 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing SIPPY over Zoom video!
SIPPY, hailing from Sydney, has quickly become an unstoppable force in the bass music world, renowned for her powerful beats and undeniable stage presence. With a steadfast dedication to elevating the electronic scene, she's left a mark on Australia’s nightlife, headlining the nation's most celebrated clubs and festivals, including Touch Bass and Spilt Milk. Her journey didn...
SIPPY, hailing from Sydney, has quickly become an unstoppable force in the bass music world, renowned for her powerful beats and undeniable stage presence. With a steadfast dedication to elevating the electronic scene, she's left a mark on Australia’s nightlife, headlining the nation's most celebrated clubs and festivals, including Touch Bass and Spilt Milk. Her journey didn...
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May 10, 2024 • 44 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing Ferry Townes over Zoom video!
Ferry Townes releases new single “T.G.F.K” (Thank God For Kyle) via Licorice Pizza Records. The track is Julia Gargano’s second release following “Be Here” under her new project Ferry Townes. An ode to her best friend, “T.G.F.K” includes a breathtaking chorus composed of isolated, layered choral vocals, a canonic bedroom pop guitar bridge, and lyrics imbued with since...
Ferry Townes releases new single “T.G.F.K” (Thank God For Kyle) via Licorice Pizza Records. The track is Julia Gargano’s second release following “Be Here” under her new project Ferry Townes. An ode to her best friend, “T.G.F.K” includes a breathtaking chorus composed of isolated, layered choral vocals, a canonic bedroom pop guitar bridge, and lyrics imbued with since...
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May 7, 2024 • 47 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing Judah & the Lion over Zoom video!
“Floating in the Night,” the follow-up to “Great Decisions,” Nashville crossover folk heroes Judah & the Lion (Judah Akers and Brian Macdonald) double down on the post break-up anger – but stretch towards forgiveness. The soul-baring new single is from their forthcoming album, The Process, which will be released on May 10 via Cletus the Van / Downtown Arti...
“Floating in the Night,” the follow-up to “Great Decisions,” Nashville crossover folk heroes Judah & the Lion (Judah Akers and Brian Macdonald) double down on the post break-up anger – but stretch towards forgiveness. The soul-baring new single is from their forthcoming album, The Process, which will be released on May 10 via Cletus the Van / Downtown Arti...
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May 3, 2024 • 27 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing RAEGAN over Zoom video!
New York-based, queer experimental alt-pop artist RAEGAN releases her highly-anticipated debut EP, FUCK RAEGAN. Her first full-length EP, the project debuts her as a rising, multi-faceted creative force to be reckoned with.
At its core, FUCK RAEGAN is an unpredictable, theatrical, and innovative journey through RAEGAN’s inner workings. The six-track record shows her fully em...
New York-based, queer experimental alt-pop artist RAEGAN releases her highly-anticipated debut EP, FUCK RAEGAN. Her first full-length EP, the project debuts her as a rising, multi-faceted creative force to be reckoned with.
At its core, FUCK RAEGAN is an unpredictable, theatrical, and innovative journey through RAEGAN’s inner workings. The six-track record shows her fully em...
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April 30, 2024 • 41 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing Great Good Fine Ok over Zoom video!
LA-via-Brooklyn synth-pop sensation Great Good Fine Ok has unveiled their latest musical endeavor, EXIST EP, via Nettwerk. The EP features the new single/music video “Led Me To You,” propelled by an infectious groove and soaring vocals.
The EXIST EP features a collection of colorful, groove-laden tracks that establishes Great Good Fine Ok's innovative blend of sy...
LA-via-Brooklyn synth-pop sensation Great Good Fine Ok has unveiled their latest musical endeavor, EXIST EP, via Nettwerk. The EP features the new single/music video “Led Me To You,” propelled by an infectious groove and soaring vocals.
The EXIST EP features a collection of colorful, groove-laden tracks that establishes Great Good Fine Ok's innovative blend of sy...
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April 30, 2024 • 65 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing MISSIO over Zoom video!
Personally, MISSIO is the union of two longtime friends and creative kindred spirits. Musically, MISSIO is a living and breathing entity with a mind of its own. Communally, MISSIO is a movement of fans worldwide attached to the sentient artistry of those creators.
The acclaimed Austin, TX duo—Matthew Brue and David Butler—fearlessly break the rules as they fuse elements of r...
Personally, MISSIO is the union of two longtime friends and creative kindred spirits. Musically, MISSIO is a living and breathing entity with a mind of its own. Communally, MISSIO is a movement of fans worldwide attached to the sentient artistry of those creators.
The acclaimed Austin, TX duo—Matthew Brue and David Butler—fearlessly break the rules as they fuse elements of r...
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April 23, 2024 • 34 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing The Glorious Sons over Zoom video!
The Glorious Sons, renowned for their chart-topping hits and captivating live performances, are poised to make an impact on the musical landscape once again with the release of their new album, 'Glory'. With a distinct roots rock feel, the 10-track project is out now via Warner Music Canada and ADA Worldwide.
Best known for their twoBillboard Mainstream Rockchart-...
The Glorious Sons, renowned for their chart-topping hits and captivating live performances, are poised to make an impact on the musical landscape once again with the release of their new album, 'Glory'. With a distinct roots rock feel, the 10-track project is out now via Warner Music Canada and ADA Worldwide.
Best known for their twoBillboard Mainstream Rockchart-...
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April 19, 2024 • 25 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing Bobbi Storm over Zoom video!
Inspirational R&B and Hip-Hop artist Bobbi Storm is one of the industry's top artists to watch in 2024. Starting her music career as a corporate wedding singer, Bobbi is poised for a promising future, highlighted by her top charting debut single "We Can’t Forget Him" which hit 1 million views on YouTube in less than three weeks and rose to Number 1 on Billboard's G...
Inspirational R&B and Hip-Hop artist Bobbi Storm is one of the industry's top artists to watch in 2024. Starting her music career as a corporate wedding singer, Bobbi is poised for a promising future, highlighted by her top charting debut single "We Can’t Forget Him" which hit 1 million views on YouTube in less than three weeks and rose to Number 1 on Billboard's G...
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April 19, 2024 • 44 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing Gossip over Zoom video!
Indie-pop rebels Gossip have made a triumphant return with their highly anticipated Album, Real Power, marking their first album in over a decade. Alongside the album comes focus track "Give It Up For Love," via Ultra Records/Sony Music Entertainment.
The album marks a reunion with acclaimed producer Rick Rubin, who helmed the band’s pivotal 2009 album Music For Men. At the ...
Indie-pop rebels Gossip have made a triumphant return with their highly anticipated Album, Real Power, marking their first album in over a decade. Alongside the album comes focus track "Give It Up For Love," via Ultra Records/Sony Music Entertainment.
The album marks a reunion with acclaimed producer Rick Rubin, who helmed the band’s pivotal 2009 album Music For Men. At the ...
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April 17, 2024 • 40 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing John Smith over Zoom video!
Though he was dubbed the future of folk music by Pentangle’s John Renbourn, singer-songwriter John Smith’s unique synthesis of styles puts him halfway across the Atlantic. He once made an album driving round the Deep South, recording out of the boot of his car; but his new record The Living Kindis the real masterpiece in American atmospherics – a true musician’s record,...
Though he was dubbed the future of folk music by Pentangle’s John Renbourn, singer-songwriter John Smith’s unique synthesis of styles puts him halfway across the Atlantic. He once made an album driving round the Deep South, recording out of the boot of his car; but his new record The Living Kindis the real masterpiece in American atmospherics – a true musician’s record,...
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April 12, 2024 • 31 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing SHAED over Zoom video!
Genre-defying band SHAED announces their new album Spinning Out out June 7th via BMG. Pre-save the album HERE. The band also released their new single “Rocket in the Sky.”
The album comprises eleven songs exploring themes of family, love, and growth. Over years of writing, recording, and producing, Spinning Out cohered as a collection of snapshots and vignettes, reflecting on...
Genre-defying band SHAED announces their new album Spinning Out out June 7th via BMG. Pre-save the album HERE. The band also released their new single “Rocket in the Sky.”
The album comprises eleven songs exploring themes of family, love, and growth. Over years of writing, recording, and producing, Spinning Out cohered as a collection of snapshots and vignettes, reflecting on...
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April 11, 2024 • 33 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing Zach Hood. over Zoom video!
Rising pop star, Zach Hood recently released his single, "how to change a tire”.
This single is like no other for Zach, it shares a vulnerable side in his songwriting. He shares his story on “how to change a tire” that “When I was 8 years old my dad left. It was my first heartbreak. When you’re a kid and your parents divorce, it almost seems fake. It’s all you’re used to...
Rising pop star, Zach Hood recently released his single, "how to change a tire”.
This single is like no other for Zach, it shares a vulnerable side in his songwriting. He shares his story on “how to change a tire” that “When I was 8 years old my dad left. It was my first heartbreak. When you’re a kid and your parents divorce, it almost seems fake. It’s all you’re used to...
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April 9, 2024 • 28 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing L.A.B. over Zoom video!
New Zealand reggae band L.A.B. recently released their brand new album, L.A.B VI.
After a steady schedule of releasing their first five albums within a five year span, L.A.B VI arrives after an almost two year-long period of writing, recording, tweaking & finessing what is possibly their strongest album to date. Recorded with frequent collaborator Lee Prebble at Wellingt...
New Zealand reggae band L.A.B. recently released their brand new album, L.A.B VI.
After a steady schedule of releasing their first five albums within a five year span, L.A.B VI arrives after an almost two year-long period of writing, recording, tweaking & finessing what is possibly their strongest album to date. Recorded with frequent collaborator Lee Prebble at Wellingt...
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April 4, 2024 • 37 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing Kill The Lights over Zoom video!
Certain bonds cross any and all borders and boundaries. Kill The Lights harbor this kind of connection between them. Even though you’ve got Michael “Moose” Thomas [drums] and Jason “Jay” James [bass] in Bridgend, Wales, James Clark [vocals] in Minneapolis, MN, Jordan Whelan [guitar] in Grand Rapids, MI, and Travis Montgomery [guitar] in Dallas, TX, the musicians lo...
Certain bonds cross any and all borders and boundaries. Kill The Lights harbor this kind of connection between them. Even though you’ve got Michael “Moose” Thomas [drums] and Jason “Jay” James [bass] in Bridgend, Wales, James Clark [vocals] in Minneapolis, MN, Jordan Whelan [guitar] in Grand Rapids, MI, and Travis Montgomery [guitar] in Dallas, TX, the musicians lo...
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March 28, 2024 • 46 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing Bokassa over Zoom video!
Over ten songs and 30 minutes, Bokassa is as diverse as ever on their new full length “All Out of Dreams”. The power trio offers everything from riffy stoner metal in "Bradford Death Squadron", almost progressive skatepunk in "No More Good Days", 45 seconds of metallic hardcore in "Everyone Fails In The End" to laid-back Izzy Stradlin bottle neck-riffing on the desert rock...
Over ten songs and 30 minutes, Bokassa is as diverse as ever on their new full length “All Out of Dreams”. The power trio offers everything from riffy stoner metal in "Bradford Death Squadron", almost progressive skatepunk in "No More Good Days", 45 seconds of metallic hardcore in "Everyone Fails In The End" to laid-back Izzy Stradlin bottle neck-riffing on the desert rock...
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March 27, 2024 • 49 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing Reconciler over Zoom video!
Reconciler is a band from Atlanta, GA who first amplified in the summer of 2016. Harkening to a sound alternately Southeast and East Bay, they released their debut LP, Set Us Free, in February of 2019 to critical acclaim from punk and Americana outlets alike. The band spent 2019 playing often across the Southeast and East coast and announced their first European shows, ...
Reconciler is a band from Atlanta, GA who first amplified in the summer of 2016. Harkening to a sound alternately Southeast and East Bay, they released their debut LP, Set Us Free, in February of 2019 to critical acclaim from punk and Americana outlets alike. The band spent 2019 playing often across the Southeast and East coast and announced their first European shows, ...
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March 21, 2024 • 54 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing Keith Wallen over Zoom video!
BREAKING BENJAMIN guitarist KEITH WALLEN will drop his latest solo album Infinity Now on May 3 via Rise Records.
Wallen has shared the video for "The Wolf”. "
'The Wolf' is a song and a concept that I felt a lot of us can identify with," Wallen says. "We've all known those people that for whatever reason we just can't break ourselves away from them. An addiction on ever...
BREAKING BENJAMIN guitarist KEITH WALLEN will drop his latest solo album Infinity Now on May 3 via Rise Records.
Wallen has shared the video for "The Wolf”. "
'The Wolf' is a song and a concept that I felt a lot of us can identify with," Wallen says. "We've all known those people that for whatever reason we just can't break ourselves away from them. An addiction on ever...
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March 19, 2024 • 31 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing H3RIZON over Zoom video!
With their dazzling harmonies and overwhelming chemistry, H3RIZON—Bernie, Gabby, and Tiara—are ready to inspire. The trio are the first Australian girl group, and the first Asian-Pacific girl group, to be signed to Epic via a joint venture with RZ3 Recordings. With the release of their first project for the label, due in 2024, they’re ready to make waves around the world.
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With their dazzling harmonies and overwhelming chemistry, H3RIZON—Bernie, Gabby, and Tiara—are ready to inspire. The trio are the first Australian girl group, and the first Asian-Pacific girl group, to be signed to Epic via a joint venture with RZ3 Recordings. With the release of their first project for the label, due in 2024, they’re ready to make waves around the world.
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March 13, 2024 • 56 mins
We had the pleasure of interviewing Lucy Walsh over Zoom video!
American singer-songwriter, actress, writer, and daughter of The Eagles's Joe Walsh, Lucy Walsh, is excited to release her most significant project to date, her book 'Remember Me As Human' which is a tribute to her family and a book of passion and love. It includes her Grandparents' WWII love letters, her grandfather’s battle with Alzheimer’s and a deeper look into the...
American singer-songwriter, actress, writer, and daughter of The Eagles's Joe Walsh, Lucy Walsh, is excited to release her most significant project to date, her book 'Remember Me As Human' which is a tribute to her family and a book of passion and love. It includes her Grandparents' WWII love letters, her grandfather’s battle with Alzheimer’s and a deeper look into the...
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