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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 recorde ...
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Taking select artists featured on The Appetizer Radio Show and talking with them about their musical journey, we dive into a new kind of indie music. Craft Music Discovery explores the uniqueness of artists in a variety of styles and gives insights on the stories behind the music, told by the artists themselves.
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New Christian Releases, Hidden Gems, and Tomorrow's Christian Hits! Do you want to be among the first to know what great Christian contemporary music (CCM) has been released in the past week? We not only share releases that are performing the best and are causing the most chatter (on radio, websites, social media, etc.)... we also point out musical gems produced by less known Christian artists. Our podcast is not only a treasure for music lovers but is also an interesting source for music ma ...
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Bumptoo is the Internet's best music discovery podcast, for the best in brand-new, unfamiliar talent across the world! Tune in each Tuesday for your weekly dose of good music, fun conversation and by the end of the show you should have at least one new music artist to add to your favorite playlist! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bumptoo/support
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Live podcast of the new unsigned talent showcase in London. Bands, singer/songwriters and urban acts ready for a bigger audience
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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 pa…
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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…
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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 wi…
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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, …
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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 song…
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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 art…
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LA based artist Austin Carr joins the Song Saloon to talk about Cool Kid. The song lyrics have a lot to do with Los Angeles. Austin expresses his frustration with the prevalent attitude in LA to be in the "in" crowd and what people are willing to do to get there. As he was writing the song, he realized with regret that he is guilty of a lot of the …
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Happy Holidays! Well, here it is folks. The last episode of The Song Saloon for 2023! This episode of The Song Saloon welcomes guest Robert Ballantyne Willis, a classically trained cellist, music producer and audio engineer, to discuss the production process of the Jordan Smith Reynolds holiday single 'Auld Lang Syne'. The duo go deep into music pr…
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This episode's featured song is "Gold" by Lennon Vanderdoes. Lennon Vanderdoes is a Phoenix based singer-songwriter. You may have seen Lennon recently tearing it up on The Voice. He moved John Legend to tears with his rendition of Jason Mraz's "I Won't Give Up." On the episode, Lennon discusses his method for creating songs from raw personal experi…
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This week, I met up with Mara Sol, a singer, songwriter and producer from Coachella Valley, California. From a young age, Mara has been immersed in musical theater, classical voice training and has now found her way into songwriting. Mara Sol is influenced by artists like James Taylor and Fleetwood Mac. In this episode, we discuss her song 'Take Me…
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Excited to have Brother James on this week’s episode. I recently wrote a song with Brother James that I’m really excited about! Brother James is the artist project of singer-songwriter Justin Sinclair. His songs, deeply influenced by classic songwriters like McCartney and Randy Newman, authors like Leo Tolstoy and Aristotle, and monasticism. His so…
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Meljii has the soundtrack for your autumn adventure! Meljii writes music for recreational readers. Her music contains clever, playful, verbose lyrics over a unique blend of funky indie rock grooves with jazz-influenced harmonies. Aside from being a songwriter, Meljii is a music school-trained session player specializing in bass, guitar, and guitar-…
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Ethan Buckner is an activist and singer-songwriter, but only recently has found a way to fuse those two major roles in his life. Ethan helped organize the March to End Fossil Fuels held this March in New York City, where about 75,000 people showed up! After an A list headliner artist didn’t work out, Ethan flew his band in, rehearsed the morning of…
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I met Rachel Siegel at the ASCAP experience where her song was selected for feedback by a panel of professional songwriters. I loved her songwriting and vocal performance, and I'm excited to introduce you to her now! Music as a means to heal is not a new concept but Rachel Siegel, a New Jersey native, certainly represents it uniquely. Rachel’s stor…
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This episode brought to you by nepotism! But seriously, Guy Richey Gibbons may be my cousin but he is also an incredible songwriter/producer! Guy released his debut album "In this Moment" just last year, but he didn’t stay in that moment for long. He’s gearing up to release a full second album, with several singles already released! In this episode…
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Hannah Siglin is an accomplished folk singer-songwriter, classically trained guitarist, and professional "singing garden fairy!" Her love of nature is a common theme in her work, particularly in "Persimmon." She keeps a very busy schedule performing in wineries, breweries, and other venues in the Spokane region. This episode we really dive into the…
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Conner Cherland talks about his new single "Drugs," off of his first ever full length album, recently crowdfunded for $15,000! We talk about the process of creating an album, crowdfunding, writing songs with a new instrument, and the story behind the song. As Conner describes in the episode, “drugs” isn’t a song title that many who know Conner woul…
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Elthia is an artist in every sense of the word. It was fascinating to hear all the thought and planning that goes into her process. We talk in the episode about her focus on building a world for her artist project that both she and her fans get to inhabit. Enjoy stepping into the world of Elthia! Artist bio: Singer-songwriter Elthia creates indie p…
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We cover A LOT of ground in this episode. Defining success in music, using music to overcome grief, live performance, setting goals, and family and community as sources of strength. Listen to Liz on Spotify Follow Taylor Sackson Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + Instagram…
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This episode, we meet with David Hudson, songwriter behind the artist project "Willowspeak." David shares his artistic odyssey, from his early days of musical exploration to finding his voice in the rural Finger Lakes region of upstate New York. Musical accomplishments can be as fleeting as footprints in freshly fallen snow. David reveals how his e…
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Explore the musical transformation of Sky Olson, from a self-described bedroom player to an integral part of Utah's music scene. Listen to Sky's experiences, both personally and artistically, as he shares the story behind "Cruise Control" and its unique inception. Listen to Cruise Control on Spotify Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song …
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Julz LaMantia, the indie pop artist behind Btchcraft, joins host Jordan Smith Reynolds in the Song Saloon. They dive into the origins of her song "Sunburnt," which was born out of a School of Song workshop with Robin Pecknold. Julz shares her experience with open tunings and the magical feeling of being a vessel for a song. They discuss the signifi…
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In this episode, Mykel discusses her journey as an artist, from growing up in musical theater to writing her first song in high school. She shares her experiences of moving to Los Angeles and networking with various music industry professionals to build her team. Mykel and Jordan reflect on the significance of building a supportive community in the…
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Join host Jordan Smith Reynolds as he sits down with singer-songwriter Solly to discuss the creative process behind his song "Purple Lemonade." They delve into the exploration of melody, the challenges of balancing tunefulness and originality, and the theme of memory and loss in Solly's music. Listen to Solly on Spotify Support the show Song Saloon…
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In this episode of Song Saloon, host Jordan Smith Reynolds introduces listeners to the talented artist Zach Day, who hails from the backwoods of Kentucky. Zach shares his upbringing in one of America's poorest counties and how he taught himself to play guitar and sing while studying the works of legendary vocalists and songwriters. The conversation…
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In this episode, Jordan sits down with LA-based artist Jessica Vines to discuss her song "Sun in Your Eyes." Jessica shares that the song captures the initial excitement and infatuation of a budding romance. They explore the nostalgic and timeless tone of the track, which features a retro-inspired keyboard riff that adds a video game-like vibe. Jor…
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In this episode of the Song Saloon, host Jordan Smith Reynolds sits down with singer-songwriter Destinie Lynn to break down her song "Your Street." When do you know a lyric is right? When do you decide to stop pursuing a song? Destinie shares her perspective in this episode. "Your Street" explores the theme of emotional abandonment in a relationshi…
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In this episode of The Song Saloon, host Jordan Smith Reynolds sits down with Will Carpenter, the vocalist and guitarist behind the indie rock band Ships Have Sailed. They discuss the band's evolution, their latest live album, and dive deep into one of their popular songs, "Someday." Will shares the personal meaning behind the track and how it has …
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Join singer-songwriter Jordan Smith Reynolds in an intimate conversation with indie pop duo "Only Bricks" as they delve into the creation and meaning of their song "Bang Bang." Anne Digiovanni and Joseph Lewczak, the talented married couple behind Only Bricks, share the inspiration behind the song—an unforgettable photograph of them falling in love…
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In this episode of the Song Saloon, host Jordan Smith Reynolds sits down with artist and songwriter Sonja Midtune. Sonja shares her experience and insights into her songwriting process, focusing on her song "Growing Up for You." They discuss the shift in her approach to writing, experimenting with production, and collaborating with producer Sean Oa…
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In this episode of the Song Saloon, singer-songwriter Jordan Smith Reynolds sits down with artist Timmy Milner to delve into the creation and meaning behind his song "Crux of a Lie." Timmy shares the inspiration behind the song, which originated during an extended hospital stay. They discuss Timmy's songwriting process, from the guitar line that se…
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Show about songs and the artists that make them. Episodes released weekly on Wednesday! Each episode features a live performance, short interview, and end with the finished version of the track. Support the show Song Saloon Links Join The Song Saloon Mailing List Tiktok + InstagramJordan Smith Reynolds
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In this episode of the Song Saloon, singer-songwriter Jordan Smith Reynolds sits down with Folk songwriter Brittany Ann Tranbaugh. They discuss Brittany's journey in music, her upcoming EP produced by Grammy winner Tyler Chester, and dive into the story behind her song "Can't Wait No Rush." They explore the themes of new relationships, the art of c…
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In this episode of the Song Saloon, host Jordan Smith Reynolds sits down with singer-songwriter Jacob Humber to delve into the artistry behind his song "Stick Around." Jordan and Jacob discuss the origins of "Stick Around" and its evolution since its creation in 2018. Jacob shares his experiences as a songwriter, navigating the unfamiliar terrain o…
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In this episode of The Song Saloon, host Jordan Smith Reynolds sits down with singer-songwriter Tori Smith. Tori shares the personal story behind "Aquarium," which explores the challenges of leaving a comfortable yet stagnant relationship to embrace the unknown and experience growth. She reveals that the breakup that inspired the song actually took…
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NOTE: This is the last episode for now. After 36 episodes, we are taking a break to evaluate and decide if / how we will continue with this podcast. === In this episode, we discuss songs released in the past week (200 hours) and how the songs are performing so far in our charts. These episodes are a great way to know which newly released Christian …
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In this episode, we discuss songs released in the past week (200 hours) and how the songs are performing so far in our charts. These episodes are a great way to know which newly released Christian CCM songs are getting the most streams and are also causing the most chatter (on radio, websites, social media, etc.). We take you beyond the mainstream …
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In this episode, we discuss songs released in the past week (200 hours) and how the songs are performing so far in our charts. These episodes are a great way to know which newly released Christian CCM songs are getting the most streams and are also causing the most chatter (on radio, websites, social media, etc.). We take you beyond the mainstream …
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In this episode, we discuss songs released in the past week (200 hours) and how the songs are performing so far in our charts. These episodes are a great way to know which newly released Christian CCM songs are getting the most streams and are also causing the most chatter (on radio, websites, social media, etc.). We take you beyond the mainstream …
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In this episode, we discuss songs released in the past week (200 hours) and where they are in the charts. These episodes are a great way to know which newly released Christian CCM songs are performing the best and are also causing the most chatter (on radio, websites, social media, etc.). We take you beyond the mainstream artists and point out musi…
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For this episode, we have interviewed Katelyn and Gaylyn Foto, and included a number of tracks from their newest EP called: "Faithful". After almost two decades of intensive classical training and performing across the country, the sisters are stepping into a new season as a duo. Katelyn and Gaylyn are passionate about sharing the doctrinal truths …
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In this episode, we discuss songs released in the past week (200 hours) and where they are in the charts. We also feature a number of songs by (less known) artists that were released last Friday. We step up to the challenge to predict where this week's new releases will end up in next week's chart. Our chart with the highest performing releases of …
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In this episode, we discuss songs released in the past week (200 hours) and where they are in the charts. We also feature a number of songs by (less known) artists that were released last Friday. We step up to the challenge to predict where this week's new releases will end up in next week's chart. Our chart with the highest performing releases of …
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In this episode, we discuss songs released in the past week (200 hours) and where they are in the charts. We also feature a number of songs by (less known) artists that were released last Friday. We step up to the challenge to predict where this week's new releases will end up in next week's chart. Our chart with the highest performing releases of …
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(The full song version of this podcast can be found on our YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSxwvzjqcN_bOmcCTDYDQkKDTvj-oux6x) In this episode we are going through the Top 25 songs published over a week ago (past 200 hours) and the Top 25 songs published last Friday. We are also taking a look at great songs that have hardly …
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(The full song version of this podcast can be found on our YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSxwvzjqcN_bOmcCTDYDQkKDTvj-oux6x) In this episode we are featuring the following tracks: - Lize Hadassah Wiid - from her album Return to Me - the song The Woman at the Well - https://open.spotify.com/track/1UBLCdn2xWLgb7HZrknpan - DJ…
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In this episode we are featuring the following tracks: - Luke Pilditch - Broken - https://open.spotify.com/track/5WJYm6oaOvwBLN6bkbrHDc - Dylan Lennox - You Are Loved - https://open.spotify.com/track/2iY1TDIx1A1ktjeKzfZ7yL - Nick Rector - Mercy Made A Way - https://open.spotify.com/track/4YWPLcTPAzLRk49BRLmzpc - Maggie Amini - His Eye Is On The Spa…
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New Christian Music plus an exclusive interview with Brittani Scott - August 31st, 2020 (s1e23)
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In this episode we are featuring the following tracks: - Amber Rhoads - Without You - https://open.spotify.com/track/5YCkPC5Za3xVE15vG32S7B - We Are The Monks - Waiting Here For You - https://open.spotify.com/track/6AvHBb3qCHOg8Vqb0tdk9X - Mainstream Worship - All That I Want - https://open.spotify.com/track/7KxG1d1q8lF5V7HPqoyOJO - thelukasband - …
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In this episode we are featuring the following tracks: - Taylor Pride - Only You - https://open.spotify.com/track/1Jck4qfTI6cL5Tqw2H08aZ - Michaela Newman - Words in Your Mouth - https://open.spotify.com/track/0jXTgBjs7f2lgH1PVKPl6k - The Worshicken - Beginning Covers EP - Raise a Halleluja - https://open.spotify.com/track/5OSWaB1KssOBpHPYRITMYF - …
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Christian Music Discovery - An exclusive interview with FKA Promise with music from his upcoming release (s01e21)
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We welcome you to an exclusive interview with FKA Promise (real name: Danny Doyle). Danny has a beautiful testimony of God's rescue from a life stuck in a spiral of drugs and alcohol addiction. Danny speaks about his musical journey, the challenges that he has faced in life, and how God saved him and put his life back on track. In this podcast epis…
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