Monica M Carr

Pedal steel. The crying machine. Like flying a helicopter while standing in a hammock. A few brave souls have applied themselves to this mysterious instrument and mastered it's unique, voice-like sound. John Rickard is one of them. He's been obsessed with this contraption since he was a boy and has played with damn near every band that has ever utilized a pedal steel in their act. He's also an in-demand guitar tech and has traveled the world with numerous bands in that capacity. He's full of great stories and loves to laugh so come on in and enjoy this raucous hang-out with one ...

Whether you're a young musician trying to figure out how it all works, a touring band looking for some tour bus entertainment or a fan of music and musicians craving some inside info on what happens up there on that stage, grab your backstage pass and come on in for a hearty dose of truth from the people who live out there in that endless wilderness. Or something like that.....

She’s been on the front lines of the record store business for over 20 years and still loves the thrill of helping people find their new favorite band. She’s a huge part of the long-time taste-making record store Stinkweeds that has always been a well curated and super hip place to find your next musical listening adventure. No wading through piles of crusty Engelbert Humperdink records here. She’s also a damn fine bass player laying down the low end for bands including Fatigo, Pick and Holler, Snow Songs and The Sunpunchers. Lindsay stopped by for a very cool conversation about the up...

A powerful voice, amazing songs, and an inventive, curious mind conspired to form this lovely human's intriguing musical adventure. From Vancouver to the Sonoran desert to Chicago, Vermont and beyond, she's been enriching music scenes, recording loads of critically acclaimed records, and touring the world. And all on her own terms. The New Pornographers, Case/Lang/Veirs, The Sadies and many others have all benefited greatly from collaboration with this wellspring of energy and creativity. You will definitely want to hear this insightful and joyful conversation with one of the greats....

The time we tried to find out who this guy is and what makes him tick.