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This week, Bernie catches up with longtime friend Kevin Goocher, who shares his journey from singing in Christian bands to fronting legendary metal acts like Omen, Phantom X, and Of Gods and Monsters. They also discuss Kevin’s latest chapter in country music and the experiences that have shaped his decades-long career. The conversation is a candid look at perseverance, reinvention, and a lifelong passion for creating great songs, no matter the genre.

instagram.com/kevingoocher

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This week, Bernie sits down with Donivan Blair, bassist for The Toadies. Donivan talks about growing up in Sherman, Texas, playing in Hagfish with his brother Zach Blair, and finding his place in one of Dallas’ most influential rock bands. He also reflects on the legendary Dallas music scene, the making of The Toadies’ latest album, The Charmer, with the late Steve Albini, and the band’s decision to take ownership of their music. They also discuss his “Why Bass?” podcast and the people, experiences, and influences that have shaped his career.

@ToadiesOfficial
instagram.com/whybass71
instagram.com/thetoadies

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This week Bernie chats with Cid Gardner, co-owner of Backline Music Hall in Tupelo, Mississippi. They talk about his years as an Upstaging truck driver, the intensity of life on the road, and his lifelong connection to music. Cid shares stories from his trucking days, opening DIY venues, and building a home for live music and community events. They also discuss Smokey and the Bandit, Squirrel Nut Zippers, Javier Escovedo, and the road-dog spirit that never really goes away.

⁠instagram.com/backline_music_hall⁠

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This week Bernie chats with Cid Gardner, co-owner of Backline Music Hall in Tupelo, Mississippi. They talk about his years as an Upstaging truck driver, the intensity of life on the road, and his lifelong connection to music. Cid shares stories from his trucking days, opening DIY venues, and building a home for live music and community events. They also discuss Smokey and the Bandit, Squirrel Nut Zippers, Javier Escovedo, and the road-dog spirit that never really goes away.
instagram.com/backline_music_hall
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This week, Bernie sits down with Lianna Lee Davies, bass player of Turbowolf and founder of LD’s Kitchen. They talk about her journey from touring musician to creating bold, plant-based comfort food, and how touring, family recipes, and the pandemic helped inspire her culinary path. Lianna also shares the story behind her new YouTube series Cooking with LD, her live debut at Download Festival, future cookbook ideas, and the new Turbowolf album currently in the works.instagram.com/lds.kitchen******************************************Hungry for more?Check us out at https://isbreakfast.com******************************************