The always-entertaining Mike Squires (Couch Riffs) joins us to talk about his unique and hilarious project spawned from the Instagram era, #2 Record. The "record" - which clocks in at under three minutes - is a collection of brilliantly executed original songs... that are all 15 seconds or less.
It's a recording that is equal parts writing exercise and social media commentary, but - most of all - it's filled with great (albeit quick) songs. "You get about 15 seconds of a [follower's] attention if you're lucky," he explains of the concept. "Why spend all that energy creating a product that will never be enjoyed? I'm going to cram it all into this 15 seconds of attention."
Squires is a prolific creator and a talented musician who has played in the Long Winters, Nevada Bachelors, Harvey Danger, and Duff McKagan's Loaded. He is one the most tireless people we've ever met: A touring guitarist who holds down a day job; hosts, produces and edits Couch Riffs (a must-watch video series on YouTube and a podcast); and hosts the Golden Shower of Hits podcast.
Mike's story is both funny and inspiring... we think you'll love it.
https://themikesquires.bandcamp.com/album/2-record-digital-book-flexidisc
https://www.couchriffs.com
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We wrap up Courtney Hartman's week-long podcast takeover by interviewing her from her new home in Wisconsin. Courtney describes the influences that led to her new album, Glade. We hear about the making of her new record, the unique studio she built on her family's Colorado farm, some of the gear (and guests) on the project and a lot more.
This episode is sponsored by Izotope (use the discount code FRET10 to save 10% on their amazing software) and Retrofret Vintage Guitars.
Courtney's website: https://www.courtneyhartman.com/home
Album Stream Links: https://link.courtneyhartman.com/GLa
Store: https://courtneyhartman.myshopify.com
Bandcamp: https://courtneyhartman.bandcamp.com/album/glade
Spotify: http://open.spotify.com/album/2jLbcCta4ORz1pnrSR24dj
To celebrate the release of Glade, the gorgeous new solo album from singer-songwriter and guitarist Courtney Hartman, we’ve handed her the keys to the Fretboard Journal Podcast. For the last week, Courtney has interviewed some of her favorite people in the fretted instrument world.
For her latest installment, Courtney interviews Austen Hooks, best known for his Filmosound conversions and tube amp tech wizardry for Blake Mills and others. After hanging out at the first Fretboard Summit, Courtney also became an Austen Hooks amp owner.
Courtney asks Austen about how got into repairing and building amplifiers, his design process, and how he repurposes industrial and military gear to have a second life making music.
In a couple days, Jason will be back and talking to Courtney about her new album. In the meantime, check out Glade. Courtney recorded it on the Colorado farm where she grew up using an array of instruments and with some special guest cameos (including Gregory Alan Isakov). If you’ve only heard the bluegrass side of Courtney Hartman, you’re in for a treat.
Courtney's website: https://www.courtneyhartman.com/home
Album Stream Links: https://link.courtneyhartman.com/GLa
Store: https://courtneyhartman.myshopify.com
Bandcamp: https://courtneyhartman.bandcamp.com/album/glade
Spotify: http://open.spotify.com/album/2jLbcCta4ORz1pnrSR24dj
To celebrate the release of Glade, the gorgeous new solo album from singer-songwriter and guitarist Courtney Hartman, we’ve handed her the keys to the Fretboard Journal Podcast. All week long, Courtney will be interviewing some of her favorite people in the fretted instrument world.
She started the week off by interviewing Dana Bourgeois. This time around, she talks to Idaho-based luthier Lawrence Smart. Smart describes the role the outdoors has played on his creations, why he ended up building archtops (Courtney is often seen playing one), and why he’s embraced innovations like fanned frets.
There aren't many interviews with Lawrence available; enjoy this rare treat.
Look for Courtney’s next interview installment in a few days. This weekend, Jason will be back and talking to Courtney herself about her new album, too. In the meantime, check out Glade. Courtney recorded it on the Colorado farm where she grew up using an array of instruments and with some special guest cameos (including Gregory Alan Isakov). If you’ve only heard the bluegrass side of Courtney Hartman, you’re in for a treat.
Courtney's website: https://www.courtneyhartman.com/home
Album Stream Links: https://link.courtneyhartman.com/GLa
Store: https://courtneyhartman.myshopify.com
Bandcamp: https://courtneyhartman.bandcamp.com/album/glade
Spotify: http://open.spotify.com/album/2jLbcCta4ORz1pnrSR24dj
To celebrate the release of Glade, the gorgeous new solo album from singer-songwriter and guitarist Courtney Hartman, we’ve handed her the keys to the Fretboard Journal Podcast. All week long, Courtney will be interviewing some of her favorite people in the fretted instrument world.
To start things off, she talks to Dana Bourgeois of Bourgeois Guitars. They discuss Dana’s initial love for the guitar, his fateful discovery of the Irving Sloane book, his relationship with Tony Rice, his build process and more.
It’s an insightful chat with two of our favorite people in the Fretboard Journal community.
Look for Courtney’s next interview installment in a few days. Later this week, Jason will be back and talking to Courtney herself about her new album, too. In the meantime, check out Glade. Courtney recorded it on the Colorado farm where she grew up using an array of instruments and with some special guest cameos (including Gregory Alan Isakov). If you’ve only heard the bluegrass side of Courtney Hartman, you’re in for a treat.
Courtney's website: https://www.courtneyhartman.com/home
Album Stream Links: https://link.courtneyhartman.com/GLa
Store: https://courtneyhartman.myshopify.com
Bandcamp: https://courtneyhartman.bandcamp.com/album/glade
Spotify: http://open.spotify.com/album/2jLbcCta4ORz1pnrSR24dj