In The Round

Blake Shaw "All About That Bass"

This week it’s all about that bass with Blake Shaw! We take a deep dive into Blake’s stunning musical mind, discussing his creative processes from many angles of his busy life as a performer, educator, and composer in the world of jazz and beyond. He shares how he first got into music, then fell in love with jazz, and how he’s helping spread that joy to others. We also discuss the language of music and his approach to composing multi-instrument arrangements. At the end of the episode, hear a snip of his rendition of “Blue and Sentimental” before the full performance drops next week. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it!
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Jordan Beem "Raise a Glass, Shake Your Tambourine"

Jordan Beem learned to play guitar after his dad teased him about only “playing” Guitar Hero.That ignited the spark for him to hone this new craft, relying on YouTube and a few choir classes to grow his skills, eventually propelling him into the award-winning artist he is today. While he spends much of his time rocking out country covers at venues across Iowa and the Midwest, he’s also released multiple originals including “Fire and Flame” which he played for us in studio. Jordan’s smooth vocals, country-forward sensibility, and good time energy keep audiences shakin’ their tambourines and coming back for more.
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River "The Journey is the Destination"

Meet River, AKA River Glen, a multi-instrumentalist, multi-faceted human who hails from Iowa but prefers life on the road. River grew up traveling with the family band, starting on violin at age 3 and later picking up guitar and mandolin, eventually evolving into his sound as a solo artist which he describes as “truth-to-power folk” and “poetic pop”. He takes his vocation as a musician seriously, using it to commune with audiences at a visceral level, reflect shared experiences, and often engaging it as a form of activism.
Listen to our in-depth conversation then hear a clip of his song “Elderless Age” before the live performance video drops next week. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see the videos!
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Lani "Chicken Soup for the Pop Soul"

This week on In The Round meet Lani, a Colombian-American artist who is all sonrisas y canciones – smiles and songs! Her pop-forward bops are catchy yet heartfelt, led by her glassy smooth vocals with a range that takes us from whispered hopes to powerful heights. We talk about how she got her start, the emotions and heartbreak of her youth that still linger in her songwriting, how music keeps her connected to her Colombian roots, her dedication to the community, and some baffling Colombian food combinations that had us in stitches.
Enjoy the laughs and conversation, then catch a snip of her song “Love Us Again” before the liveperformance drops next week. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for the videos!
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Unique Vibrationz "Open Mic, Open Minds"

Meet Unique Vibrationz, an up-and-coming band from Iowa that blends elements of hip hop, soul, jazz, rock, and R&B into a raw, authentic, and groove-filled sound. True to their name, this group is all about good vibes, which you’ll hear in our conversation as we discuss how they fortuitously met at open mics, their creative process and the depths of De’An’s lyricism, and most adorably, the love and appreciation they have for each other.
Stick around at the end for a snip of their new song “Follow The Muse”, and head to YouTube next Thursday, March 6th for the full live performance.
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Casandra Carson "A Light in the Darkness"

Casandra Carson is a dynamic guitarist and vocalist in the rock scene, known for her energetic performances and earworm melodies that keep audiences hooked. Casandra started playing guitar from a young age, launching a band with her father Paul (Paralandra), and touring the country. Her notable talent gained the attention of other big names in the industry which led to her fronting The L.I.F.E. Project with Josh Rand, and touring and collaborating with George Lynch. We caught up about her craft as a singer, songwriter, and guitarist in the worlds of hard rock and metal, the success she’s seen so far, and life on the road.
Plus, hear a snip of the live performance of “Worthwhile”, a ballad by The L.I.F.E. Project.
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Lily DeTaeye "Your Own Kind of Fiction"

Lily DeTaeye has been performing since she was 13, cutting her teeth at the local farmer’s market, busking, and later honing her craft further by touring extensively across the U.S. Her songwriting taps into her own life experiences in a relatable and beautifully poetic way, and she’s also found inspiration from novels through her love of reading. We talk about the music-life balance, her “New Song November” songwriting challenge, the journey that took her to Brooklyn, and where she’s headed next.
Plus, hear a clip of her new song “Maybe it’s November”, then head to our YouTube channel next week for the full performance.
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Them Coulee Boys "Up Close & Personal"

Them Coulee Boys have been rockin’ the Midwest and beyond since 2011. Based out of Eau Claire, WI, the band has been fortunate to work with Grammy-winner Brian Joseph who produced their newest album, “No Fun In The Chrysalis”. They demonstrate their superb musicianship and talents through distinctive instruments and vocal harmonies, creating a lush and dynamic sound. We talk about their journey up to this point, writing and recording process, energetic stage presence, and enjoy a lot of laughs along the way.
Plus hear a snip of their newest single, “Up Close”.
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Good Morning Midnight "That's The Sauce"

Good Morning Midnight takes indie rock to a whole new level. They’re purveyors of vibe, simultaneously creating hushed tones and moments of explosive emotion. We talk about the various iterations of the band and their collective talents, Midwestern connections, Charlie’s creative process, therapy through music, and the endless search for tone.
After the episode, hear a clip of “Lucky Penny” off their 2024 release “All The Birds’ Men”.
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Jordan Messerole "On The Road Again"

Troubadour. Writer. Dedicated dad. Plain talker. Baked bean expert. Jordan Messerole is a prolific Americana artist who took the leap into being a full-time musician in 2021 and has been traveling and sharing his songs ever since. His latest release and 7th studio album “St. Something or Other” leans into his country western side and features a lineup of highly talented collaborators.
Hear our conversation and a piece of a brand new song “Songs She Sings in the Dark”, then tune in next week for the full performance.
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