S2 Ep09: Glen Campbell - Making It Seem Easy

S2 Ep13: USA@250

To mark America's 250th birthday, Louise & Blair tell the story of the United States through five remarkable songs. From Independence Day and the Mayflower to Gettysburg, the American Dream and California hope, they explore the nation's triumphs, contradictions and enduring ideals through music by Dave Alvin, Eva Cassidy, The Brandos, Margo Price and Wilco. 🇺🇸🎙️

S2 Ep12: Tess Liautaud - Jolie Louise

For this special episode, Blair is joined by fellow Ōtautahi singer-songwriter Tess Liautaud to discuss her new single Jolie Louise, Daniel Lanois, Springsteen's Nebraska, songwriting, vinyl, and releasing original music. Along the way they share their own Bruce Springsteen stories - from Tess joining him on stage in Paris to Blair catching The Boss's attention with a sign at the 2017 Christchurch concert. Featuring music by Tess, Neil Young and Ward Hayden & The Outliers 🎙️🎸

S2 Ep11: The Neville Brothers - Heartbeat of New Orleans

Appropriate for our 22nd show, Louise and Blair head to New Orleans to celebrate the remarkable Neville Brothers. From Aaron Neville's early hit “Tell It Like It Is” to the magic of the "Fiyo on the Bayou", "Yellow Moon" albums and beyond, they explore family harmony, Mardi Gras traditions, Daniel Lanois, Hurricane Katrina and one unforgettable live performance. Featuring “Sitting in Limbo,” “Sister Rosa,” “Fearless,” “Congo Square” and more. 🎷🎙️

S2 Ep10: Jenny Lewis - On The Line

Jenny Lewis has spent two decades walking the line between indie rock, Americana and classic California songwriting. Louise and Blair explore her remarkable career from child actor to respected solo artist, featuring “Carpetbaggers,” “Acid Tongue,” “She’s Not Me,” “Wasted Youth” and more. Along the way they discuss Rilo Kiley, Elvis Costello, Ryan Adams, Hollywood, live shows, heartbreak and the brilliance of "On The Line". 🎙️🎸

S2 Ep09: Glen Campbell - Making It Seem Easy

Appropriate for our 20th show, Louise and Blair celebrate the extraordinary Glen Campbell - singer, virtuoso guitarist, Wrecking Crew legend and crossover star who somehow made it all seem easy. Featuring “Gentle On My Mind,” “By The Time I Get To Phoenix,” “Rhinestone Cowboy,” “Ghost on the Canvas” and more, they explore Jimmy Webb, Ovation guitars, Hollywood, addiction, comeback and the moving final years of an Americana giant. 🎙️🎸