In The Round

EP37: Raine Stern "Joy Is A Rebellion"

We’re excited to introduce our guest this week, Raine Stern! You may recognize her from her stint on The Voice Season 20 (Team Nick!), but you’re about to get to know her a whole lot better. We dig DEEP into the philosophy of music, true self, and the challenges that can come with intense artistic vision. Stick around at the end to hear a snip of her song “Saccharine Sweet” and visit our YouTube channel on Thurs, 10/2 to see the full performance.
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EP36: VEAUX "Get Your Crazy Pants On"

Our guests this week are the alt pop trio VEAUX hailing from Nashville. This crew writes solid bangers with flavors of electronic, rock, and R&B, and they're a delight to talk to! We chat about their move to Nashville, the music industry, their early influences, their biggest critic (who’s actually a 3yr old), and we unpack their creative process. Hang on at the end to hear a clip of their song “Rah Tah Tah” - good luck not singing along with that one! - and catch the full performance on our YouTube channel Thursday 9/18.
 
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EP35: The Other Brothers "Gravy & Grits"

Meet The Other Brothers, a powerhouse trio with a gritty rock ‘n’ roll sound and a shovel guitar named Dug. These guys are a crowd favorite for a reason with killer stage energy and songs you can’t not groove to. We talk about the journey of this longtime band, including the unexpected loss of their original bass player, exploding vans, favorite gear, lyric inspiration, the gravy hustle, and how they switched up the recording process for their upcoming album. Stay tuned at the end for a clip of their new song “Large Time”, and head to our YouTube channel on Thurs 9/4 to see the full performance.
 
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In The Round D Tour - Hinterland Music Festival 2025 Recap

In The Round took a D Tour to Hinterland Music Festival in St. Charles, IA, Aug. 1-3, 2025! Brooke & D discuss the festival's new layout and recap the lineup that was off the charts! We're talking Lana Del Rey, Tyler the Creator, Kacey Musgraves, Clairo, Bleachers, The Marias, and a whole lot more.
 
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EP34: Wolfskill & The Wild "A Band Or A Hallmark Movie?"

Meet J & Madison, AKA Wolfskill & The Wild, and just about the sweetest people you’ll ever meet. J sings and plays guitar, and Madison layers in beautiful melodies on the violin. We talk about how they came together, both musically and romantically (which could truly be a Hallmark movie!), the language of music, and what inspired their new song “Beyond” which you can catch a preview of at the end of the episode. Be sure to watch our YouTube channel for the full video out 8/21! We also chat about their talents off stage and some hilarious stuff about toes (don’t ask, just listen). In the words of J & Maddie – folk yeah!
 
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EP33: Jesus Christ Taxi Driver "Take A Left On Electric Avenue"

Meet Jesus Christ Taxi Driver! We flagged down this Denver-based crew while on tour and had a hilarious chat. We talk about how this project came together (including the band’s notable name), lead singer Ian’s highly energetic & memorable stage antics, and the balance of day jobs & gigging. Plus they debuted a super groovy new song in the studio called “Have It” that WILL get stuck in your head, so be sure to hang on at the end to hear a clip. Roll down the windows & enjoy the ride!
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EP32: Clayton Ryan "BYOS: Bring Your Own Sardines"

Our next guest is Clayton Ryan & his band of merry travelers, Alek, Mitchell, Michael, & Paul. These Midwestern rockers artfully ride the line between country & emo, complete with top-tier vocal performances, catchy guitar riffs, and electrifying stage presence. We chat about Clayton’s extensive music education that led him to where he is now, the hustle of tour & gig life, some hilarious and notable moments that inspired songs, and we even indulge (you could say?) in a sardines taste test. And before you ride off into the sunset, hang on at the end to catch a snip of their song “Swishers”, then visit our YouTube channel on Thurs 7/24 to see the full performance.
 
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EP31: Mr. Softheart "I Know What You Did Last Album"

Meet Mr. Softheart, an Iowa-based 4-piece whose sound overdelivers on moody, synthy goodness – and they’re all a delight to chat with. We talk about how the project came together and the addition of their 4th member Halen, the inspiration behind their narrative songwriting style, the meaningful pursuit of art, favorite 80s & 90s thrillers, and all about their new EP dropping today, July 4th, called “Reflections On Primitive Action”, which they recorded at Trilix Studio. Stick around at the end to hear a snip of their song “Calling Sister Sea” and visit our YouTube channel next week to see the full performance which drops Thurs 7/10.
 
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In The Round D Tour - Blue Ox Music Festival 2025 Recap

In The Round took a D Tour to Blue Ox Music Festival in Eau Claire, Wisconsin! The lineup was stacked with names you know like Greensky Bluegrass, St. Paul & the Broken Bones, Margo Price, and Molly Tuttle, who all absolutely crushed it of course, but we wanted to touch on a few others you may not know. We run through a few highlights from this fantastic festival and share exclusive interview content from artists you’ll want to add to your playlists. Let’s get to it!
 
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EP30: Maygen & The Birdwatcher "They Actually Watch Birds"

Grab a perch and meet Maygen & The Birdwatcher, a delightfully folky, Americana-bluegrass band from Minneapolis, MN. This talented crew tours regularly and often finds lyrical inspiration from their travels. We discuss their upcoming new album, Noah & Maygen’s differing songwriting processes and various influences, the ups and downs of being an indie band, favorite road snacks, and of course – a little about birds. Hang on at the end for a snip of their new song “Elizabeth” recorded live at Trilix Studio, and head to our YouTube channel next week to hear the full performance on Thurs 6/26.
 
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