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Hi, I'm Jordan Smith Reynolds. I'm an LA based singer-songwriter interviewing artists I admire. If you love discovering new music, listening to intimate live performances, and conversations exploring the creative process…you’ve come to the right place!
Each episode of the Song Saloon features an artist through the lens of a song. It starts with a live performance, followed by an interview with the songwriter about the featured song, and ends with the final recorded version.
There is ALWAYS more to a song than what's on the surface. Getting to peel back the layers through live performance and talking about the stories behind the songs never fails to leave me inspired and eager to write again!
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Welcome to the Song Saloon!
Hi, I'm Jordan Smith Reynolds. I'm an LA based singer-songwriter interviewing artists I admire. If you love discovering new music, listening to intimate live performances, and conversations exploring the creative process…you’ve come to the right place!
Each episode of the Song Saloon features an artist through the lens of a song. It starts with a live performance, followed by an interview with the songwriter about the featured song, and ends with the final recorded version.
There is ALWAYS more to a song than what's on the surface. Getting to peel back the layers through live performance and talking about the stories behind the songs never fails to leave me inspired and eager to write again!
https://go.thesongsaloon.com
Support the show:
https://go.thesongsaloon.com/membership
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Leah Ashton joins the podcast to talk about her newest release, “sad girl silver bells.” It’s an EP of merrily melancholy holiday tunes with an original called “Christmas Isn’t Christmas Without You.” It’s out everywhere now, so go save it to your playlists, get a mug of hot cocoa and enjoy the episode! Listen to Christmas Without You & Add to Playlists Follow Leah Ashton More About Leah: Leah Ashton is a Los Angeles-based artist with Midwestern roots whose style and sound is grounded in the combined traditions of soul, jazz, and the 60s/70s era singer-songwriter. Leah’s releases include sad girls silver bells, a new holiday EP that consists of a heartbreakingly beautiful collection of melancholy Christmas songs (released Nov. 29, 2024), her debut full-length album, Late Bloomer (Sept. 2022), and two EPs Things Better Left Unsaid (2010) and Leah Ashton (2007). Influenced by the likes of Sara Bareilles, Lake Street Dive, Jamie Cullum, and Carole King, Leah’s music draws listeners in with her powerfully soulful vocals that tell stories of self-discovery, empowerment, and chasing after one’s dreams. Send us a text Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
In this episode of the Song Saloon, Sadie Gustafson-Zook, a Boston-nurtured, Indiana-based jazzy folk musician, talks about her journey and inspirations behind her song 'Autumn's Fragrance.' We talk about her collaboration with other musicians, her views on the music communities in different cities, and her new EP, 'What I Pushed Below.' Sadie has a live show in LA at the Harmony Room on October 19th for you LA folks! Follow Sadie Gustafson-Zook for more music, and sign up for an online voice/songwriting/guitar lesson!! "Autumn's Fragrance" is streaming now, turn off the episode and save the song and come back! 00:00 Welcome to the Song Saloon 00:28 Introducing Sadie Gustafsson Zuk 01:55 Sadie's Live Performance 05:09 The Story Behind 'Autumn's Fragrance' 06:46 Exploring Songwriting Themes 11:50 Recording and Collaborations 13:43 Songwriting Communities: New York vs. LA 20:08 Life in Goshen, Indiana 21:24 Discussing the EP "What I Pushed Below" 21:48 Themes and Inspirations Behind the EP 22:18 Reimagining Songs and Album Titles 23:40 Seasons in Songwriting 28:14 Songwriting Process and Inspirations 32:34 Balancing Teaching and Music Career 35:04 Fiddle + Viola 36:06 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Release Send us a text Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
Jake's lying to Anna. He's an interesting dude! Jake is a songwriter, educator, dueling pianist, podcaster, improv comedian, academic, and musical theater composer. I think you'll really enjoy this episode about Jake and his life leading up to his album "Idling High." This song is out now, make sure to follow Jake for updates on the album! Listen to the song Send us a text Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
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Toista Myöhemmin Toista Myöhemmin Listat Tykkää TykättyZack Fischmann, an LA based artist, makes the bold claim that music marketing "doesn't have to suck." He does make some pretty convincing arguments, and has plenty of success to show for it, jumping from 200 followers on Instagram to 33k+ in just a few months! Magic Nothing is an evolving project with a focus on helping independent musicians develop practical skills, share resources and exchange services. Check out Magic Nothing Listen to Zack's music project, Marmalade Mountain! His song "Drawing Circles on the Ground" is featured at the beginning of this episode. Send us a text Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
Lotti is the musical moniker of Filipina singer-songwriter Vealy. Lotti's aim is to create modern yet timeless music, drawing from pop, R&B, and soul influences. Her artistic mission is to heal and transform, narrating a personal journey of self-discovery and growth. Follow Lotti Listen to "Butterflies in My Garden" Send us a text Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
Brad Miles is a singer/songwriter based in Texas. He’s written, played, and performed music for nearly three decades. He writes honest, heartfelt, accesible, and emotionally vulnerable Americana/Country. I do want to add a trigger warning for this episode, we do get into some heavy topics both in the song and the interview, as the song is about domestic abuse. Brad Miles’s goal as a songwriter and performer is simply to connect with others and share a moment of compassion, empathy, and understanding. Enjoy the episode! Follow Brad Miles: https://linktr.ee/bradmilesmusic Listen to Stonewall: https://music.apple.com/us/album/stonewall/1719726413?i=1719726417 https://open.spotify.com/track/7l2mgy8WGDl4LazGP12gan?si=169d975f6239484c https://youtu.be/5uKCN8UxBjY?feature=shared Send us a text Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
Today's episode I meet with Jeffrey Derus, our first featured choral composer! I think you'll find there is a lot in common with songwriting and composing choral works. This featured song is performed by Choral Arts Initiative, a small ensemble choir that I sing in that exclusively performs works by living composers. We recently released a #1 Classical Billboard charting album called "The Tapestry of Becoming," and this song "The House of Belonging" is the opener. This episode, Jeff talks about his creative process, collaborating with poets including David Whyte, the poet for this piece, navigating commissions, publishing, self-education, marketing strategies, and the significance of quality recordings in the contemporary music industry. Follow Jeffrey Derus Graphite Publishing Listen to "The House of Belonging" Learn More about Choral Arts Initiative Send us a text Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
Meet Cogito! I met Cogito when she played as the featured artist for Lazy River Presents in LA. This song struck me as something special, and I think you'll agree! This episode we talk about the importance of recording the world around us as a songwriter, and how to connect our conscious and subconscious mind to make deep rooted art. Listen to "There's Nothing Left to Me": Spotify Apple Music Follow Cogito on Instagram Send us a text Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
Today's episode features Kat Sophia! Kat Sophia is an Orange County / LA based artist. We talk about her journey in overcoming her "people pleaser" mentality and cultural blocks to pursuing a career as an artist. 00:00 Introduction to the Song Saloon 00:34 Kat Sophia's Musical Journey 01:49 The Story Behind 'Fade Away' 10:10 Songwriting Process and Inspiration 16:12 Overcoming Personal and Cultural Barriers in Music 20:09 Community and Affirmation 28:10 Exploring Self-Indulgence and Connection Through Art 33:44 Kat Sophia's Production Experience and Future Plans 42:47 Closing Thoughts and Goodbyes Send us a text Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
This episode of the Song Saloon features Mike McClellan, a Burbank-based songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. McClellan shares insights into his approach to songwriting as a music producer, and why he writes while working so heavily in production. He discusses the impact of working on his song 'The Afterlife,' a piece inspired by the pandemic, highlighting the new life it took on post pandemic with its abstract and universal themes. Mike and Jordan exchange thoughts on the lyricism, melody, and the process of song creation, including working with unusual time signatures. We also chat about the shortcomings of streaming platforms, detailing Mike's experience with his music being removed from Spotify due to bot-generated streams and the lack of support from distribution and streaming companies. They conclude with a discussion on the importance of building genuine connections with an audience beyond streaming numbers. This episode offers a look into the complexities of modern songwriting, production, and navigating the digital music landscape. 00:00 Welcome to the Song Saloon: Introducing Mike McClellan 00:27 Getting to Know Mike: the Masterful Multifaceted Musician 01:18 Balancing Songwriting and Production 04:28 Exploring the Abstract in Songwriting 05:51 Lyrics in 'The Afterlife' 07:44 Live Performance 11:04 Song Structure 19:40 Exploring Musical Influences and Time Signatures 20:35 "Comfortable" Writing Music 21:42 The Maya Principle: Balancing Novelty and Comfort 32:12 Building Your Fanbase 37:58 Final Thoughts and Future Projects Follow Mike McClellan Listen to "The Afterlife" on Spotify Send us a text Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
This episode is with incredible Kent, England raised Los Angeles based artist named Georgia Parker on her song "Twin Flame." "Twin Flame" is a single off her upcoming album this year! Georgia's bio: Los Angeles based songwriter and storyteller from Kent, England, Georgia Parker places an emphasis on powerful vocal performances and poignant lyricism to draw out an emotive response from her listener. She has been releasing music and performing around the US since moving to the States at 18. Her unique tone and emotive delivery have proved to set her apart as an artist, akin to legends such as Joni Mitchell and Alanis Morrisette. She is currently finishing up an album to be released next year. This is one of my favorite live performances to ever grace the podcast, you don't want to miss it! Follow Georgia Parker Listen to Twin Flame on Spotify Send us a text Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
In this episode of the Song Saloon, we explore the songwriting process and inspirations with indie pop singer-songwriter Casey Conroy, originally from Orlando, Florida. Casey discusses her journey in the music industry, her approach to songwriting, and the story behind her song 'Glad You Hate Me.' We talk about Casey's collaborative relationship with her partner and producer Willy, the importance of being authentic in the creative process, and staying emotionally connected to music through writing & recording. Listen to "Glad You Hate Me" Follow Casey Conroy Send us a text Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
Inside Story: The Making of 'Rest of My Life' by Jacob Khalil New York based artist Jacob Khalil discusses his song, 'Rest of My Life', explaining that it was created with the intent of engaging audiences in a sing-along during live performances, much like The Beatles' 'Hey Jude'. He also shares insights into the song's development and production, which included collaboration with a Los Angeles-based producer, Jacob Sigmund. Jacob Khalil discusses the extensive touring plans he has coming up and his emphasis on building a contactable fan base through an ever changing social media climate. Follow Jacob Khalil Listen to "Rest of My Life" 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:28 Discussing Previous Podcast and Live Performance 01:22 Introduction to 'Rest of My Life' 01:29 The Inspiration and Creation of 'Rest of My Life' 02:33 Engaging the Audience and the Power of Sing-along 05:07 The Magic of Timeless Songs 07:31 Live Performance of 'Rest of My Life' 11:46 Post-Performance Discussion and Reflection 13:21 The Production Process of 'Rest of My Life' 16:47 The Importance of Loving Your Work 18:28 The Value of Personal Connection and Email Lists 20:02 Closing Remarks and New York Vibes 20:29 New Year's Eve Experience in Times Square 21:19 The Energy of Crowds and Shared Experiences 21:42 New Year's Gigs 21:55 Songwriting Process and Inspiration 23:23 The Evolution of a Song's Hook 24:25 The Struggle of Choosing the Right Melody 28:06 The Importance of Authenticity in Songwriting 29:05 The Journey to Finding One's Unique Sound 33:26 The Quest for Authenticity in Music 33:34 Upcoming Performances and Projects 35:51 Closing Remarks and Goodbyes Send us a text Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
Meet Fresh Hot Waffles, the witchiest folk duo in the west! Fresh Hot Waffles consists of LA based artists Maddi Fraser and Ryan Spitzel. In this episode, the duo dives into their songwriting process and talk about how to stay inspired as a songwriter, and where they find inspiration. The discussion ranges from the challenges of writing upbeat songs, the influence of improv comedy and emotional experiences in lyric writing, and how to put the witchy in witchy folk! 'Monsters Aren't Scary' is about choosing life and love over our shortcomings. Be on the lookout for their new EP this year!! Follow Fresh Hot Waffles 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Meet the Band: Fresh Hot Waffles 01:31 Discussing the Song 'Monsters Aren't Scary' 03:44 Songwriting Process and Evolution 04:58 Live Performance: Monsters Aren't Scary 07:39 Post-Performance Discussion and Musical Influences 10:21 Balancing Projects and Band Commitments 12:55 The Band's Formation and Songwriting Collaboration 19:40 Future Plans and Touring Aspirations 25:34 Navigating Creative Blocks and Performance Anxiety 28:33 Song Inspiration and Writing Techniques 29:36 The Power of Community in Music 29:56 WRITING LYRICS 30:34 The Influence of Joni Mitchell 31:56 The Art of Songwriting 33:40 The Emotional Journey of a Songwriter 34:00 The Challenge of Writing Upbeat Songs 37:58 Emotions in Songwriting 42:15 The Story Behind 'Monsters Aren't Scary' 46:21 The Artwork of 'Monsters Aren't Scary' Send us a text Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
Meet Wendy Parr! I first met Wendy at NAMM where she gave a fantastic workshop on artistic branding. Talk about branding can sometimes feel fake or like you’re going against your better judgement to sell something, but what I love about her approach is how natural it becomes. It's about getting to the heart of what YOU love and care about as an artist, and making steps to show that side of yourself more consistently. In this episode, Wendy Parr and I discuss the importance of recognizing one's individual sound and style, as well as the role of artistic development in songwriting. We talk about personal growth, navigating the music industry, and how to continue evolving as an artist. This is a special episode as we aren't featuring a song, instead we dive deep on songwriting, getting to know yourself as an artist, and preparing to produce your best work! Follow Wendy Parr Send us a text Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
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