Music Junkies Podcast

Prepare for a wild ride as we go backstage with Baranot Regrets and Sid Stratton to uncover the magic and mayhem of the music world. Our journey starts with a nostalgic trip down memory lane as Sid reveals his life-long love affair with music, triggered by the iconic Batman Forever soundtrack. Hear his fond recollections of partying with Jimmy Buffett, his parents’ favorite musician, and how music can transport us back in time, igniting forgotten memories and emotions...

Prepare your eardrums as we embark on a melodic journey with the brilliant  Brett Koolik, a master of all things music. From stumbling upon a campus studio to being granted the gift of a cross-country road trip to jot down his experiences - Brett's journey is anything but ordinary. As we meander, he gets candid about the riveting tale behind his hit 'Montana Sky' and how a six-day lyrical drought in a cabin in Montana led to an EP's birth...

What if music held the key to unlocking our deepest emotions and memories? Get ready to join us on a sonic journey with our fascinating guest, Elisha Hojnocki, who intertwines the melodies of her life with tales of love, challenges, and personal growth. This episode is a melodic exploration of life's highs and lows, as Elisha candidly shares her experiences.

The harmonies of  Elisha's life are as varied as the music she loves...

Join us on Music Junkies for an unforgettable encounter with the soulful singer-songwriter, Tasha Hillman. With a passion for music that can be traced back to her childhood, Tasha paints a vivid picture of her musical journey, sharing how her love for the Beatles and Enya morphed into an undying passion for making music. You’ll get an insider’s perspective on her songwriting process, which finds inspiration in everything from euphoric joy to heart-wrenching pain...

Prepare yourself for an extraordinary journey as we sit down with pop sensation, Kinsley, on this episode of Music Junkies. Kinsley, who wears many hats - a musician, an entrepreneur, and a beauty mogul, takes us on a whirlwind tour of her mesmerizing playlist, the stories behind her songs, and the transformative power of music in her life...

What if you could time travel through music? Join us as we take a nostalgia-fueled journey with David Barbusci, founder, lead singer, and rhythm guitarist for Past Euphoria. David reveals his playlist that turned the clock back on his entire musical journey and shares his teenage struggles of trying to fit in. He also opens up about the heartrending loss of a friend, and how these experiences were instrumental in shaping his music career...

Ever wondered how the music we love shapes our lives?  Harley Cornell, a singer, songwriter, and podcast host, makes us ponder this as he passionately shares his personal journey through the music world. From his early singing days at 13 to his present-day podcast adventures, Harley paints a vivid picture of his life set to the tunes of Pearl Jam, Nickelback, and more. He recounts how music has been his companion in every step of his journey, like a beautiful song that tells his life story...

Have you ever wondered how personal experiences can manifest into heartfelt music? Our latest Music Junkie episode features Brett Fitzpatrick, the compelling lead singer of the indie grunge band, Music For Sad People. Brett candidly shares the inspiration behind his music - from a toxic relationship that resulted in their hit song "Big Loud", to the emotional aftermath of a breakup, and the role of music in his journey of self-healing and expression...

Ever found yourself lost in the nostalgic echoes of 90s alternative rock scene and the progressive rock of the 70s? Get ready for an exhilarating ride through the music world with the talented singer and songwriter Sean Faust, as we unravel his musical journey, influences, and his deep connection with music and emotions. We'll be reminiscing about his iconic album artwork, his first guitar song, and even the worst song he had to play on the piano...

Have you ever found yourself secretly jamming to gangster rap or belting out a Justin Bieber hit when you thought no one was listening? My soon-to-be daughter-in-law Megan sure has, and she's not afraid to share it! On the latest episode of Music Junkies, I, Annette Smith, get a front-row seat to the soundtrack of Megan's life...