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Episode 171 - Delta Goodrem
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Since the release of her massive debut album Innocent Eyes in 2003, Delta Goodrem has remained one of Australia's most popular entertainers. She's scored several number one hits in her home country, starred in popular shows, and served as a coach on the Australian version of The Voice. American audiences may recognize Goodrem from the 2023 Netflix movie Love Is in the Air.
She's recently returned to the recording studio, although she's not revealing plans for a new album yet. Her latest single "Hearts On The Run," is an upbeat celebration of living life to the fullest.
Goodrem talks to Jordan Edwards and Demi Ramos about recording new music, her acting career, and looking to the future.
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Episode 170 - HAUSER
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Over the last few years, HAUSER has become one of the world's most popular classical performers. His shows are spectacles that thrill thousands of fans for up to three hours. With dozens of musicians on stage, the Croation cellist covers well known orchestral themes as well as new arrangements of modern hits.
Although his previous album focused on Latin pop songs like "Livin' La Vida Loca," his new album, returns to traditional melodies. CLASSIC II is full of favorite compositions like Rachmaninoff's Symphony No. 2 and Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 23.
From Croatia, HAUSER talks to Jordan Edwards and Demi Ramos about his ascension as a solo artist, massive live performances, and favorite compositions.
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Episode 169 - Jacob Sartorius and Audrey Mika
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Eight years after the viral success of "Sweatshirt," Jacob Sartorius has evolved into a contemplative singer-songwriter. Recent tracks like "homebody" and "luv" reveal a more mature musician facing grownup issues.
His latest single, "Lonely," is a duet with friend Audrey Mika. The piano-driven song explores the fallout of a failed relationship. It's relatable, sad, and super catchy.
Known for collaborations with artists like Tate McRae and Gryffin, Mika gained famed by posting covers of hit songs on YouTube. She's focused on original music the last few years, but continues to perform songs by Billie Eilish and Ariana Grande.
Jordan and Demi talk to Sartorius and Mika about how they met, their collaboration, and how to get over a breakup.
Saturday Mar 02, 2024
Episode 168 - Paula Cole
Saturday Mar 02, 2024
Saturday Mar 02, 2024
On March 1, Paula Cole released her latest album, Lo. It's her first collection of original new music in nearly a decade. Singles like "Green Eyes Crying" are earthy and organic, the result of recording with longtime collaborators like drummer Jay Bellerose.
Known for hits like "Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?" and "I Don't Want to Wait," Cole never saw herself as a top 40 artist. She takes pride in the deep catalog she has created and the deep musical connections she's maintained.
From her home in snowy New England, Cole talks to Jordan and Demi about new music, memories from Lilith Fair, and her impact on '90s pop culture.
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Episode 167 - girlfriends (Travis Mills and Nick Gross)
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Although he found early success as a rapper, Travis Mills always liked the idea of being in a band. He grew up admiring blink-182, MxPx, and The Used. Early groups didn't work out for various reasons, and he found solo success with tracks like "Diemonds" and "Young & Stupid."
In drummer Nick Gross, Mills found a musical partner with the drive to make their band a success. Together as girlfriends, the duo has embraced the music that shaped their youth. They enlisted producer John Feldmann, the Dr. Dre of pop punk, to complete their sound. Over two albums and an EP, they've created anthems that sound like artifacts of the early 2000s, rather than recreations of TRL rock.
Their recent single "shut & kiss me" sounds like it could have been on the Road Trip soundtrack. It's the first new music for the band since the EP Over My Dead Body last May. This summer, girlfriends will join Avril Lavigne on her North American tour.
Mills and Gross talk to Jordan Edwards about their experience with girlfriends, touring with Lavigne, and making music at The Noise Nest.
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Episode 166 - Asher Angel
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
You may know Asher Angel for his roles in the Shazam! movies and the Disney Channel comedy Andi Mack. But he's also a talented musician. The 21-year-old plays guitar and piano, and his smooth pop R&B vocals recall vintage Justin Timberlake and Usher.
Although he released several singles in the wake of Andi Mack, he hasn't spent much time on music since 2020. That's changing. His latest single, "Flip The Switch" came out last week, and he's lining up more releases for later this year.
Listen to Angel talk to Jordan Edwards and Demi Ramos about his success as an actor, favorite celebrity encounters, and his plan for expanding his music career.
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
Episode 165 - Sadie Dupuis and Navied Mahdavian
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
For the final It's Real episode of 2023, Jordan Edwards and Demi Ramos talk to a couple of artists who have had great years.
Sadie Dupuis, known for fronting Speedy Ortiz, was recently named one of the 250 Greatest Guitarists of All Time by Rolling Stone. In September, the band released Rabbit Rabbit. Their first album since 2018's Twerp Verse, it was a hit with both fans and critics.
Outside of music, Dupuis is a poet and former journalist who has written the books Mouthguard and Cry Perfume. She's an avid reader and often posts about her favorite books on social media.
Joining Dupuis is Navied Mahdavian, a Utah-based cartoonist and author best known for his contributions to The New Yorker. This fall, he released his first book This Country: Searching for Home in (Very) Rural America. The bittersweet graphic memoir covers the time he spent with his wife and young daughter in Central Idaho.
Watch Dupuis and Mahdavian talk to Jordan and Demi about their favorite books of the year, as well as the music they've been listening to.
Friday Dec 08, 2023
Episode 164 - Gabi Sklar
Friday Dec 08, 2023
Friday Dec 08, 2023
With more than five million followers on social media, Gabi Sklar is on the rise. However, the singer-songwriter is more concerned about the quality of her music than the number of likes she receives. She's quick to point out that all those followers are people who are there for her voice, creative percussion, and impeccable taste in cover songs.
Although she gained notoriety for performing other people's music, Sklar has been hard at work releasing originals. Her latest "Lonely Times," is her fifth single of 2023.
Listen to Jordan and Demi talk to Sklar about her journey from singing covers in the laundry room to creating a career in music.
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Episode 163 - NEEDTOBREATHE
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
After more than two decades, NEEDTOBREATHE frontman Bear Rinehart stills gets a thrill out of performing for fans. Songs like "Who Am I" and "Multiplied" have helped build a huge following, allowing the band to play arenas across the country.
Labeled a Christian band by many, NEEDTOBREATHE's music has a much larger scope. While embraced by the Christian music community, their catalog is full of songs both secular and spiritual. At their core, they're a rock band.
On a break from tour, Rinehart talks to Jordan and Demi about the new album, songwriting, and being grateful for the success he's enjoyed.
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
Episode 162 - Plain White T’s
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
On November 17, Plain White T's will release their self-titled ninth studio album. While the songwriting feels familiar, the band's sound has shifted. The acoustic guitar is still there, but the production is more atmospheric. "Happy," for example, features layered vocals and percussion ready for top 40 radio.
Although best known for hits like "Hey There Delilah" and "Rhythm of Love," the Chicago band has a deep catalog going back to their days as a pop punk group in the early 2000s.
Jordan and Demi recently talked to Higgenson about making the new album, his favorite things about Chicago, and of course, the story behind "Hey There Delilah."