

Bringin' it Backwards
Adam & Tera Lisicky
How did your favorite artists really make it? Bringin' It Backwards finds out. We interview music legends and viral stars to uncover their origin stories and the lessons learned on their path to stardom.
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Mar 5, 2024 • 58min
Interview with William Elliot Whitmore
William Elliott Whitmore discusses his new album 'Silently, The Mind Breaks' and shares a poetic visual journey. He reflects on his roots growing up on a farm, his love for nature, and influences from country music. The podcast also explores his music style, journey in the industry, touring experiences, and embracing independence as an artist.

Mar 1, 2024 • 44min
Interview with Nelson Freitas
Interview with Nelson Freitas explores his new album 'Black Butterfly' that fuses Kizomba, Zouk, R&B, and hip-hop. The discussion covers his evolution as an artist, collaboration with renowned producers, and transition from group to solo career. Insights into music production, tour experiences, and strategic tour planning are also highlighted.

Feb 28, 2024 • 38min
Interview with Hunter Metts
Hunter Metts discusses his new single 'Somehow You're Always There' inspired by personal loss. He shares his musical journey from playing piano to producing music. The podcast delves into song selection challenges, self-production skills, and navigating the American Idol audition process.

Feb 28, 2024 • 35min
Interview with Hungover
Interview with Hungover discusses their new album, musical evolution, and experiences in the Orlando music scene. The band's energetic pop-rock sound and collaborations with Smartpunk Records are highlighted. Insights on touring troubles, regrouping, and reflections on the band's journey are shared, along with advice for emerging artists.

Feb 27, 2024 • 39min
Interview with WHIPPED CREAM
WHIPPED CREAM, a multi-genre producer, talks about her transformative music journey, diverse collaborations, EP success, and impressive DJ performances at top festivals. Her latest single, 'Who's Laughing Now,' fuses cinematic trap with hip-hop beats, reflecting her evolution in the music scene.

Feb 24, 2024 • 54min
Interview with Sinkane
Sinkane discusses his upcoming album 'We Belong,' drawing inspiration from Black music genres like gospel and funk. The single 'How Sweet Is Your Love' embodies a celebratory and funky vibe. The diverse lineup of collaborators on the project includes Beastie Boys producer Money Mark and jazz fusion maestro Casey Benjamin. Sinkane reflects on his musical journey from indie rock and punk scenes to pursuing music against expectations.

Feb 14, 2024 • 21min
Interview with Brooklyn Juliana
Brooklyn Juliana discusses the inspiration behind his single 'Thinking About You' and his journey from K-pop to TikTok fame. He shares his affinity for analog warmth in his music and his commitment to staying true to his artistic vision. The podcast also explores his creative process, collaboration on music videos, and tips for aspiring artists.

Feb 12, 2024 • 1h 4min
Interview with Matiyashu
Grammy-nominated singer Matisyahu discusses his music career, Jewish roots, and current topics. He talks about his new EP 'Hold The Fire' and speaks out about the war in Israel. The chapter also covers his experiences watching live performances, recording in Tel Aviv, and finding inspiration as an artist.

Feb 7, 2024 • 44min
Interview with Michael J Woodard (Returns!)
Pop R&B singer-songwriter Michael J Woodard discusses his new single 'Ruined', his debut EP, and his journey in the music industry. They delve into the emotional investment in creating songs and the gratitude for creative freedom and support from Katy Perry's label.

Feb 6, 2024 • 60min
Interview with girli
Alt-pop rising star, girli, discusses her empowering new single 'Be With Me' and her highly anticipated sophomore album 'Matriarchy.' The podcast covers topics such as rejecting societal expectations, self-love, and the uniqueness of being in a relationship with oneself. girli also talks about her experiences growing up in a creative family, her love for board sports, navigating sudden success, and the evolving music industry.