Joe Pug dives into The Marinade! Joe Pug is a singer, songwriter, and podcaster whose work has meant so much to me since I was introduced to his music over a decade ago. Pug has released a handful of excellent full length studio albums, a couple of equally outstanding EPs, and a must listen live record, Live at Lincoln Hall which includes Pug’s friend the great Strand of Oaks. His most recent album The Diving Sun is one of my favorite records of the year. In addition to music, Pug has a fantastic podcast called The Working Songwriter where he has hosted the likes of Brian Koppelman, Ray Wylie Hubbard, John Hiatt, Lucinda Williams, Todd Snider, and more.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 95 | Nathan Bell
Nathan Bell pounds his way into The Marinade. Nathan Bell is a singer and songwriter whose latest record Red, White, and American Blues (it can happen here) is now available everywhere. Red, White, and American Blues is a powerhouse record that includes contributions from Aubrie Sellers, Regina McCrary, and Patti Griffin. This is one of those conversations that covers a ton of ground. Y’all, I am so grateful for this opportunity and so excited for you to hear this one.
The song you are hearing in this episode is called “American Blues.”
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 94 | JW Francis
JW Francis is a singer and songwriter whose latest record Wanderkid comes out on October 1st. While Francis’s home is technically New York, as you will hear in this conversation he is a man of the world. And that is what you get from Wanderkid. A polyphonic record that sounds like New York but feels at home all over the place. We caught up with JW while he was thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 93 | Mercy Bell
Mercy Bell boot scoots into The Marinade! Mercy Bell is a singer and songwriter whose latest record Golden Child is one of our favorites of the year. This conversation was too much fun, y’all. We talk about her wonderful new record, living a creative life, growing up queer in the church, and much more. I could have talked with Mercy Bell for hours. Everyone, it is my pleasure to present my conversation with Mercy Bell.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 92 | Matthew Fowler
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Matthew is a singer and songwriter originally from the Sunshine State. He has opened for the likes of Richard Thompson and Damien Jurado. Matthew writes stunning songs that draw on his wise-beyond-his-years intuition. His forthcoming record The Grief We Gave Our Mother comes out on September 10th, 2021.
The song in this episode is “Going Nowhere” from The Grief We Gave Our Mother.
You can find all things Matthew Fowler at matthewfowlermusic.com.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 91 | Jerry David DeCicca
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Jerry David DeCicca hops into The Marinade! Jerry is a singer, songwriter, and producer whose work includes five full length records and an EP with his band The Black Swans, production work for several talented artists including the great Larry Jon Wilson, and a handful of wonderful solo records including his most recent album The Unlikely Optimist and his Domestic Adventures.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 90 | Jamestown Revival
Jamestown Revival strikes gold in The Marinade! is a duo made up of Jonathan Clay and Zach Chance. They have released three full length records, a live album, and four EPs, including the most recent offering Fireside with Louis L’Amour, which is the main focus of this conversation. In addition to those wonderful records, the guys just collaborated to write the music for the stage production of SE Hinton’s classic novel The Outsiders. Jonathan and Zach and thoughtful, funny, open, and honest conversationalists.
You can find all things Jamestown Revival at jamestownrevival.com.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 89 | Willy Vlautin
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Willy Vlautin rides into The Marinade! Willy is both one of our favorite songwriters AND one of our favorite novelists. Willy’s musical work includes excellent records as frontman of the band Richmond Fontaine and recent also wonderful albums as the primary songwriter and guitar player for The Delines.
His excellent novels include The Motel Life, Northline, Lean on Pete, The Free, Don’t Skip Out on Me, and his most recent book The Night Always Comes.
"Wake Up Ray" appears courtesy of the artist.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 88 | Andrew Bryant
Andrew Bryant rolls into The Marinade. Bryant is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist.
His music first entered our consciousness through his band Water Liars with Justin Peter Kinkel Schuster. Their most recent record Roll On was released in 2020, the same year that Bryant released his solo record Sentimental Noises. Both records were among our favorites of that most auspicious year.
His most recent outstanding record is called A Meaningful Connection.
You can find all things Andrew at andrewbryantmusic.com.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 87 | Daryl Hance
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Daryl Hance saunters into The Marinade. Daryl is a singer, songwriter, and guitar player whose music means SO much to me. He has a distinct way of playing guitar that I adore. Just a couple of licks and I can instantly recognize a Daryl Hance tune. Describing his music is a next to impossible task. It feels like the soundtrack to my life- swampy, bluesy, funky, sexy, soulful stuff. I am honored to bring this one to you.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 86 | Seth Walker Again and Again
Seth Walker swings into The Marinade for a third time! This episode is special in several ways. It is the first time a guest has made three appearances on The Marinade. This time we focus on Seth's wonderful book Your Van Is On Fire. And, this is the first time we have invited our Patreon patrons to be a part of the show! Shoutout to Zach Shultz, Jenn Ross, and Peter Haroldson for joining us.
You can find all things Seth at SethWalker.com.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 85 | Kasey Anderson Returns
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Kasey Anderson rises out of The Marinade! Kasey is a singer, songwriter, and mental health advocate from Portland, OR, who is making his second appearance on the show.
Kasey's latest releases are Let the Bloody Moon Rise and Wednesday Night 'Round Nine.
You can find all things Kasey at kaseyandersonmusic.com.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 84 | Caleb Johnson
Caleb Johnson tracks his way into The Marinade! Caleb is the author of one of our favorite novels in the last few years. The book is called Treeborne and we can't recommend it enough.
Check out Caleb's work at calebjohnsonauthor.com.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 83 | David Huckfelt
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David Huckfelt spirits into The Marinade. David is a singer and songwriter whose most recent solo record is a masterpiece called Room Enough, Time Enough.
We connected on a deep level about the making of his record, living in the heart of the modern civil rights movement, spirituality, and so much more.
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 81 | Waltzer
Sophie Sputnik (Waltzer) plunges into The Marinade! Waltzer's wonderful record Time Traveler came out earlier this year. Sophie and her collaborators have also been busy with their variety show Waltzer TV. This conversation was serious at times, silly at others, and fun at every point in between.
You can find all things Waltzer at waltzermusic.com.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 80 | Todd Snider
Todd Snider wanders into The Marinade! Todd is a legendary singer and songwriter based in Nashville whose record First Agnostic Church of Hope and Wonder is an instant classic. Todd was on the short list of dream guests when we started The Marinade so this is a huge thrill. We talk about dealing with mortality, trying to describe the sounds in our head, learning from legends, and so much more.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 79 | Corey Ryan Forrester
Corey Ryan Forrester suplexes Jason into The Marinade! Corey is a comedian, author, political commentator, and all around fascinating guy.
Follow Corey at supportyaboys.com and wellredcomedy.com. Also, spend some time with his Twitter and Instagram feeds.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 78 | Will Johnson
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Will Johnson wafts into The Marinade! Will is a singer, songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and painter from Texas. His band Centro-matic began in the late nineties and went on to influence countless other bands. His work with South San Gabriel bridged the gap between Centro-matic and Johnson’s excellent solo records, including his most recent albums Wire Mountain and El Capitan. Will is also in the studio working on the second LP from his project Marie/Lepanto Justin Peter Kinkel-Schuster of Marinade favorite Water Liars.
You can find all things Will at will-johnson.com.
The Marinade with Jason Earle Episode 77 | The Kernal
The Kernal swirls into The Marinade! The Kernal is a singer and songwriter like no other. He takes a classic country sound, throws it in the spin cycle, and hangs it up wet. We talk about growing up backstage at the Opry, finding creative inspiration in fast food, and much more!
You can find all things The Kernal at thekernalmusic.com.