River Whyless 10-6-16

River Whyless came into the studio to talk about how the band formed, the writing process, touring and more!

Andrew Bird 9-13-16

Andrew Bird came into the studio for another fantastic Studio [AVL] session. He spoke about his beginnings, influences, the start of his career, the writing of his album and more! Check out the interview below!

Mike Doughty- 10-30-16

Heather sat down to talk with Mike Doughty while he was driving through and discussed his latest album, growing up a military brat, and more!

Leonard Podolak from Warren Wilson College’s Swannanoa Gathering 8-5-16

Leonard Podolak is a master of the clawhammer banjo and taught a few classes at the Warren Wilson College’s Swannanoa Gathering. Check out our interview with him from Warren Wilson.

The Bacon Brothers 8-11-16

The Bacon Brothers are headed to Asheville for their first show in town at The Orange Peel on August 21st. I had the pleasure of talking to Kevin and Michael Bacon while they were taking a break from tour. We were able to talk about their beginnings in Center City, Philadelphia- the musicians that influenced them growing up- One of Kevin Bacon’s reasons for becoming a musician (it may have been to get girls), Kevin Bacon performing in a band called Footloose and much more!

Mary Gauthier from Warren Wilson College’s Swannnanoa Gathering 7-30-16

Mary Gauthier spoke with us via telephone about her classes at Warren Wilson College’s Swannanoa Gathering, advice for young writers, and her plans for the future.

Janis Ian 7-22-16 Extended Interview from Warren Wilson College’s Swannanoa Gathering

We spoke to Janis Ian via telephone regarding why the Swannanoa Gathering is important, which classes she is teaching and taking, and the basic philosophy of life. Tremendous interview.

Michael Franti 7-20-16

Michael Franti spoke with us on the phone before his show at Pisgah Brewing Company. Hear about his experience in Asheville, his foundation, and more!

Jim Magill- Director of Warren Wilson College’s Swannanoa Gathering

We spoke to Jim Magill about the beginning of the Swannanoa Gathering, what the course offers, the best feedback he’s ever received and more!

David Holt 6-14-16

David Holt was in the studio and we discussed songcollecting, his latest album, and more! Check out David Holt Saturday at Isis Restaurant and Music Hall!