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Inside the Musician’s Brain is a deep dive into everything that’s behind the music and the artists that inspire us. Join Grammy Award winning artist and producer Chris Pandolfi of the Infamous Stringdusters, as he explores life as a musician, and sits down with other influential artists to discuss inspiration, creativity, and the many facets of bringing a musical vision to life.
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- Feb 3, 20261h 12m
Episode 60: Ben Morrison (of The Brothers Comatose), 'It was a slow burn with some really big leaps along the way.'
Episode 60 features guitarist, singer and songwriter Ben Morrison of CA based band, The Brothers Comatose. Ben gets us up to speed on everything that's going on with the band, including the making of their excellent new album, 'Golden Grass.' The Brothers Comatose have been a part of the roots scene for almost 20 years, but in the last few years they have made a huge jump in profile after releasing a video that has gone viral on all platforms. Ben breaks down how that process unfolded and the effect it's had on their career. This episode is the conclusion of season 6 of Inside the Musician's Brain - thanks for tuning in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Jan 20, 20261h 8m
Episode 59: Clay Street Unit & Mountain Grass Unit, 'The acoustic up-and-comers.'
Episode 59 of Inside the Musician's Brain features two of the hottest up-and-coming bands on the acoustic/bluegrass scene: Clay Street Unit and Mountain Grass Unit. It's no secret that the roots music scene is booming, and there have never been more promising bands coming of age. Clay St are Denver locals who brought Chris on board to produce their debut album, 'Sin and Squalor,' due out 2.13.26. They have a very solid chemistry, great original songs, a catchy sound that features mandolin and pedal steel, and a lead singer (Sam Walker) who turns heads everywhere he goes. Mountain Grass Unit is the next big thing in the bluegrass world, with chops and vocals that put their deep knowledge of the genre on full display. These cats can play! Audiences are already taking note of both bands, with sold out shows and plenty of buzz. In the intro to today's episode, Chris will also point you in the direction of a number of excellent young/new acts that are starting to make waves, taking acoustic music in all kinds of exciting new directions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Dec 9, 20251h 10m
Episode 58: Bahamas, 'Being bored is the most important part of creativity.'
Episode 58 of Inside the Musician's Brain features a songwriter with a style all his own - Bahamas. For almost 20 years Bahamas has been putting out excellent albums, touring the world and building a dedicated fan base who love his unique, laid back, soulful sound. We learn all about the making of his new album, 'My Second Last Album,' his songwriting process, how his career has evolved over the years and why making space for boredom is essential to creativity. Chris also takes on the hot topic of AI music generators like Suno.com, and how they might ultimately be a very good thing for roots music artists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Nov 25, 20251h 25m
Episode 57: Dan Tyminski, 'There's a freedom in what I sing now.'
Episode 57 of Inside the Musician's Brain features one of the biggest stars in bluegrass over the past 30 years, Dan Tyminski. From his early days with the trailblazing Lonesome River Band, to a handful of amazing solo albums, many years with the legendary Alison Krauss & Union Station, and now his own band (The Dan Tyminski Band), Dan has more than made his mark on bluegrass with his incredible voice and his powerful picking. He is perhaps best know for singing the Avicci smash hit 'Hey Brother,' as well as 'Man of Constant Sorrow' from the Coen brothers movie 'O Brother Where Art Thou.' That's quite a resume! Dan and Chris talk about how that journey unfolded, and how he these days Dan is finding a new level of freedom and satisfaction in his music, and making some of the best music of his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Nov 11, 20251h 2m
Episode 56: AJ Lee, 'If you don't get nervous before a show, something's wrong.'
Episode 56 of Inside the Musician's Brain features one of the bright young stars of bluegrass/acoustic music - AJ Lee. AJ is a standout singer, mandolin player and songwriter, who just received a nomination for female vocalist of the year at the 2025 IBMA Awards. AJ Lee and Blue Summit have been making waves on the festival circuit in recent years for their stellar singing, playing and repertoire. In this conversation, AJ gives us the band backstory in addition to covering how she improves as a singer, how her relationship with performing has evolved, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Oct 28, 20251h 18m
Episode 55: Greg Ormont (Pigeons Playing Ping Pong), 'This is a true choose your own adventure.'
Greg Ormont is the excellent lead singer of psychedelic funk explorers Pigeons Playing Ping Pong. Last summer I got to know Greg and the rest of the band/crew when the Stringdusters went out on tour with Pigeons for a run of dates. It was our first introduction and everyone hit it off - Pigeons put on an amazing show! Greg and I recap the tour as well as his musical journey, the band's backstory, the current New York Knicks state of affairs and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Oct 14, 202559 min
Episode 54: Del McCoury, 'And that's how I met Bill Monroe!'
Episode 54 of Inside the Musician’s Brain features one of the true legends of bluegrass music, the great Del McCoury! For over 60 years Del has been at the forefront of bluegrass music with his signature vocal style, his eclectic songbook and his standout band. His career started alongside the founder of bluegrass music, Bill Monroe, in the mid 1960’s. After a short stint with Monroe, Del set out on his own, building his solo career and ultimately forming The Del McCoury Band, one of the most decorated, revered bands in bluegrass history. Del’s sons Ronnie and Robbie are a huge part of the band sound, adding chapters to the family lore. The McCourys are bluegrass royalty, and Del has truly become the patriarch of the genre. Chris and Del look back at his amazing career, what keeps him going at 86, how he brought his family into the music and much more. This talk is a small piece of bluegrass history, featuring one of the great musical figures of our time. Long live Del McCoury! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 30, 20251h 21m
Episode 53: Brittany Haas, 'This is gonna kick my ass so hard!'
In today's episode, Chris is joined by the incomparable Brittany Haas. Brittany jumped right into a career in music, joining acoustic pioneers Crooked Still right out of college. She quickly made a name for herself as one of the most powerful fiddle players on the scene, blending all the big fiddle influences into one cohesive sound that is always recognizable right away. As her career evolved, she has been a part of many projects and recordings, ultimately leading her to her current gig with Punch Brothers. Alongside Chris Thile and the rest of the Punch gang, Brittany is sure to build on the indelible mark she's leaving on acoustic music. She talks all about getting the gig, the challenges and more - there's a lot to unpack. Chris also looks back on the Dusters long history with the IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association), including the glory days of the early 2000's at the Galt House in Louisville, KY. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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