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On October 15, 2002, Hopesfall released a seminal album called The Satellite Years. 21 years later the band remixed and remastered the album. Ryan Parrish was a driving force in the formation, songwriting, and touring force that Hopesfall would become until the end of his time in the band shortly before the full release of the album.
This conversation takes us from the inception of Hopesfall to the complications within the band, and Ryan's journey into other music endeavors. Finally, we discuss Ryan's life as a Video Producer in Nashville, Dad and husband.

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Challenging the status quo and diving headfirst into the colorful world of music, our episode today resonates with the influential beats of Jake Brown, a creative force behind bands 238, Moments in Grace and Isiya dot exe. A small-town musician with considerable talent, Jake talks us through his journey of juggling parenting responsibilities while feeding his passion for music.
As we navigate through Jake’s narrative, we touch upon some profound discussions around mental health and the therapeutic role music plays in coping with the same. Exploring the evolution of his music career, we delve into his punk influences and the incredible journey of his band, 238 Moments in Grace. Further, we crack open the recording process, examining the significant influence of lyricism and the exhilarating experiences of touring with big-name bands.
Ending our captivating conversation with a deep dive into the complexities of the music industry, we shine a spotlight on the challenges that small-town bands face. No stranger to these struggles himself, Jake shares the compelling journey from being a small-town band to touring with the iconic My Chemical Romance. Finally, we get a glimpse of Jake's life as a 42-year-old musician and father of three, his creative exploration of music, and his appreciation for the reinterpretation of genres by the younger generation. This is a compelling exploration of music, mental health, and the balance of life that is sure to leave you inspired.

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Strap in as we explore the intricate dance between faith and music, a narrative that is deeply personal to Jeremy. He speaks candidly about the challenges and triumphs he faced in merging these two worlds, providing a unique perspective that's as enlightening as it is engaging.
We also talk about Jeremy's Podcast "The Rumors Are True!" The podcast, marinated in his rich background and seasoned by the relationships he has nurtured over the years, is a testament to Jeremy's unwavering belief in the power of communities and the transformative ability of music. Whether you're an avid music lover, an ardent podcast enthusiast, or someone seeking a slice of life in the Midwest music scene, this episode has something for everyone. Don't miss out on this harmonious blend of music, faith, and life experiences that are sure to strike a chord.

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American Football is perhaps one of THE most influential bands in the scene, especially when it comes to Midwest Emo. Steve Lamos is the founding member, drummer, and trumpet player for the band but Steve is also an accomplished professor and academic.
In this episode, Steve and I talk about how influential the music scene was in his college years for not only him but many other young people in Champaign-Urbana. We also cover the reunion of American Football and his subsequent leaving again and coming back.
We also talk about Steve's work and teaching at the University of Colorado, Boulder, specifically surrounding the history and evolution of writing instruction especially in the Civil Rights Era. It was my absolute pleasure to get to talk to Steve and dive into all these topics.

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Zach Gehring is the guitarist most known for his work in the MAE and his other band Demons but there is so much more to Zach than just the music he creates though. Zach is currently getting his PhD, while being a Dad and a musician.
Zach and I ended up talking about philosophy, theology and music as a political statement. The conversation was fascinating and showed a side of Zach I'm not sure music fans get to see of him. At the end of the day he's a guy I'd love to share a beer with and talk life and that's what we did!

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