The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 103 | Allison Russell

Allison Russell is a singer and songwriter from one of my favorite cities in the world, Montreal. Her 2021 record Outside Child is nominated for three Grammys including Roots Performance, Roots Song, and Americana Album of the Year.

This recognition has been a long time in the making. Outside Child is Allison’s first solo record after two decades of making music with Po’ Girls, Birds of Chicago, and Our Native Daughters. The result is one of my favorite records in a long time. It was such an honor to sit down with Allison for what was a magical conversation. 

The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 82 | Jamie Barrier of Pine Hill Haints

Jamie Barrier haunts The Marinade! Jamie is the lead singer and songwriter of the Alabama band Pine Hill Haints. The band's latest record is called The Song Companion of a Lonestar Cowboy. The album is a great example of the Pine Hill Haints sound, "Alabama Ghost Music."

We talk about the music Jamie was listening to while making the record, the magic of baseball, the characters that have influenced the band, and much more.

The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 56 | Edan Archer

Edan Archer submerges herself in The Marinade. Edan is a singer and songwriter whose most recent (and most excellent) record is called Journey Proud. We caught up with Edan at Gasparilla Music Festival in early March in Tampa, FL, just before the country largely shut down due to the Covid-19 crisis.

You can find all things Edan at edanarcher.com.

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Edan Archer submerges herself in The Marinade. Edan is a singer and songwriter whose most recent (and most excellent) record is called Journey Proud. We caught up with Edan at Gasparilla Music Festival in early March in Tampa, FL, just before the country largely shut down due to the Covid-19 crisis.

The Marinade with Jason Earle Bonus Episode | Chicago Farmer

Chicago Farmer plows into The Marinade. Chicago Farmer is the nom de plume of Cody Diekhoff who grew up in tiny Delavan, Illinois, and later relocated to his now-home of Chicago. His latest record is called Flyover Country and it is his best record to date. We caught up with Cody by phone ahead of his set in support of the great Todd Snider. 

You can find all things Chicago Famer at chicagofarmer.com.

Chicago Farmer plows into The Marinade. Chicago Farmer is the nom de plume of Cody Diekhoff who grew up in tiny Delavan, Illinois, and later relocated to his now-home of Chicago. His latest record is called Flyover Country and it is his best record to date.

The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 48 | Caleb Caudle

Caleb Caudle dives into The Marinade! Caleb is a songwriter originally from North Carolina. His most recent album was 2018's Crushed Coins, but he is about to release a new record very soon! Caleb stopped by Marinade studios in Orlando, FL after his set at the Folk Yeah Festival.

Caleb and Jason talk about the heaviness of death, music as therapy (or not), how to stave off depression, and much more.

You can find all things Caleb at calebcaudle.com.

Caleb Caudle dives into The Marinade! Caleb is a songwriter originally from North Carolina. His most recent album was 2018's Crushed Coins, but he is about to release a new record very soon! Caleb stopped by Marinade studios in Orlando, FL after his set at the Folk Yeah Festival.

The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 44 | Melody Walker

Melody Walker flies into The Marinade! Melody is the principal songwriter and lead singer for the band Front Country. Melody writes powerful songs sung from a powerful voice- one that, as you will see in the course of this conversation, is connected to a powerful, thoughtful mind. Front Country’s most recent record is Other Love Songs, which you can pick up at frontcountryband.com.

Melody Walker flies into The Marinade! Melody is the principal songwriter and lead singer for the band Front Country. She writes powerful songs sung with a powerful voice- one that, as you will see in the course of this conversation, is connected to an incredible mind.

The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 43 | Shawn James

Shawn James slinks into The Marinade! Shawn is a singer and songwriter whose most recent record The Dark and the Light is as gorgeous and complicated as the man himself. We caught up ahead of his show at Soundbar in Orlando, FL. 

You can find all things Shawn James at shawnjamesmusic.com. 

Shawn James slinks into The Marinade! Shawn is a singer and songwriter whose most recent record The Dark and the Light is as gorgeous and complicated as the man himself. We caught up ahead of his show at Soundbar in Orlando, FL.  You can find all things Shawn James at shawnjamesmusic.com. 

The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 32 | Graham Sharp

Graham Sharp dances into The Marinade. Graham is one of the principal songwriters in the Grammy award-winning band Steep Canyon Rangers. We caught up during Suwannee Spring Reunion at Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park and immediately went deep on the songwriting process.

The song used in this episode is "Let Me Out of This Town" from the band's album Out in the Open.

Graham Sharp dances into The Marinade. Graham is one of the principal songwriters in the Grammy award-winning band Steep Canyon Rangers. We caught up during Suwannee Spring Reunion at Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park and immediately went deep on the songwriting process.

The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 30 | Rockin' Robinson Series Part II | Cat Ridgeway and Beartoe

Jason catches up with several artists while serving as emcee of the Rockin' Robinson festival in Orlando's Milk District. Cat Ridgeway stops by to talk about hearing music in colors, writing melodies, and the power of a good nap. Plus, Beartoe pops in ahead of his set to discuss the next Beartoe record, the greatness of Sam Cooke, and more. This is Part II of a special Rockin' Robinson series.

Check out all things Beartoe at: beartoe.com; And, all things Cat Ridgeway at: catridgeway.com

Jason catches up with several artists while serving as emcee of the Rockin' Robinson festival in Orlando's Milk District. Cat Ridgeway stops by to talk about hearing music in colors, writing melodies, and the power of a good nap. Plus, Beartoe pops in ahead of his set to discuss the next Beartoe record, the greatness of Sam Cooke, and more.

The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 29 | Rockin' Robinson Series Part I | Andrew Yeomanson and The Savants of Soul

Jason catches up with several artists while serving as emcee of the Rockin' Robinson festival in Orlando's Milk District. Andrew Yeomanson (aka DJ Le Spam) stops by The Marinade tent to talk about recording and performing with Spam AllStars, the universality of Johnny Cash, and what makes Miami special. Plus, Gainesville, Florida's Savants of Soul stop by after their set to talk creative process and break some big news! This is Part I of a two-part special Rockin' Robinson series.

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The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 28 | Sarah Shook

Photo by Chad Cochran

Sarah Shook swills The Marinade. Sarah is a singer, songwriter, and the band leader of Sarah Shook and the Disarmers. What immediately stands out about Sarah the person is the warmth of her spirit and the quickness of her mind. She is present in every moment and that comes through on record as well. Check out all things Sarah at disarmers.com.

Also, check out the Spotify companion playlist to this episode featuring songs by Sarah Shook and the Disarmers, Kasey Anderson, Campdogzz, and more. 

Sarah Shook swills The Marinade. Sarah is a singer, songwriter, and the band leader of Sarah Shook and the Disarmers. What immediately stands out about Sarah the person is the warmth of her spirit and the quickness of her mind. She is present in every moment and that comes through on record as well.

The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 27 | Erika Wennerstrom

Erika Wennerstrom dips into The Marinade. Erika's album "Sweet Unknown" was our favorite in a crowded 2018 field. After her band Heartless Bastards went on hiatus in 2015, Erika set out to find her next creative outlet. The result is a brilliant solo effort.

Erika sits down with us backstage at The Plaza Live in Orlando, FL, before her show with Lucinda Williams and Drive-by Truckers. We talk about her experience with ayahuasca, how hiking in Big Bend opened the creative spigot and even enjoy a silent cameo from Patterson Hood of Drive-by Truckers.

You can buy Erika's excellent record and keep up with all things Erika Wennerstrom at erikawennerstrom.com. 

Erika Wennerstrom dips into The Marinade. Erika's album "Sweet Unknown" was our favorite in a crowded 2018 field. After her band Heartless Bastards went on hiatus in 2015, Erika set out to find her next creative outlet. The result is a brilliant solo effort.

The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 24 | 2018 in Review Part II | Luke Wagner talks Austin Lucas

Luke Wagner and I belly up at Barley and Vine Biergarten in Orlando, FL, to record the second of our 2018 in Review series. To end an outstanding year of music, we invited several artists whose work we respect to talk about some of 2018's highlights. Luke and I discuss "Immortal Americans" by Austin Lucas (Episode 21) then Luke plays one of his own tunes.

Check out Luke's music at lukewagnermusic.com. Cheers, y'all.

Luke Wagner and I belly up at Barley and Vine Biergarten in Orlando, FL, to record the second of our 2018 in Review series. To end an outstanding year of music, we invited several artists whose work we respect to talk about some of 2018's highlights.

The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 23 | 2018 in Review Part I | Kevin Maines talks The Wood Brothers

Kevin Maines of The Volts strolls over to The Marinade Studios with guitar in hand to record the first of our 2018 in Review series. To end an outstanding year of music, we invited several artists whose work we respect to talk about some of 2018's highlights. Kevin and I talk about the Grammy-nominated album "One Drop of Truth" from The Wood Brothers, then Kev plays a couple of tunes for us- a cover of "River Takes the Town" by The Wood Brothers and an unreleased tune of his own! Cheers, y'all.

Check out Kevin Maines and The Volts at kevinmainesmusic.com. 

Kevin Maines of The Volts strolls over to The Marinade Studios with guitar in hand to record the first of our 2018 in Review series. To end an outstanding year of music, we invited several artists whose work we respect to talk about some of 2018's highlights.

The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 22 | Chuck Ragan

Chuck Ragan is a mensch. Punk legend. Folk genius. Fishing guide. Author. Purveyor of hot sauce. Ragan is the stuff of legend. We caught up at the Sing Out Loud Festival in St. Augustine Amphitheatre right after Chuck poured his heart out to an eager crowd. After seemingly leaving it all on stage, Chuck still gave us a solid half hour of insight into his creative process. 

Check out the Spotify playlist that accompanies this episode featuring music from Chuck and some things I've been getting down on recently, including the excellent solo record from Heartless Bastards frontwoman Erika Wennerstrom.

Chuck Ragan's Website: http://chuckraganmusic.com/ 

Chuck Ragan is a mensch. Punk legend. Folk genius. Fishing guide. Author. Purveyor of hot sauce. Ragan is the stuff of legend. We caught up at the Sing Out Loud Festival in St. Augustine Amphitheatre right after Chuck poured his heart out to an eager crowd.

The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 30 | Rockin' Robinson Series Part II | Cat Ridgeway and Beartoe

Jason catches up with several artists while serving as emcee of the Rockin' Robinson festival in Orlando's Milk District. Cat Ridgeway stops by to talk about hearing music in colors, writing melodies, and the power of a good nap. Plus, Beartoe pops in ahead of his set to discuss the next Beartoe record, the greatness of Sam Cooke, and more. This is Part II of a special Rockin' Robinson series.

Check out all things Beartoe at: beartoe.com; And, all things Cat Ridgeway at: catridgeway.com

Jason catches up with several artists while serving as emcee of the Rockin' Robinson festival in Orlando's Milk District. Cat Ridgeway stops by to talk about hearing music in colors, writing melodies, and the power of a good nap. Plus, Beartoe pops in ahead of his set to discuss the next Beartoe record, the greatness of Sam Cooke, and more.