Podcast
On That Note
Hosted by Parker Wierling · EN
On That Note is an audio / video podcast dedicated to giving artists a platform to discuss their musical process, production choices, and personal feelings behind their songs. Less like a promotional talk show and more like a genuine conversation between music lovers, the goal for each episode is to leave the audience with a deeper understanding of their favorite artist’s personality, workflow, and inner thoughts.
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Caughy
Apr 800:40:37Tap to summarizeBack for the second time, my good friend Caughy is an dance pop singer songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist based in Atlanta, GA! Their sound consists of minimalistic drum loop grooves combined with atmospheric keys and sometimes even a sax solo or two. Their newest album 'TV Dinner' is as conceptual as it is danceable!We got to chat about their songwriting process, the evolution of their new album over time, tour life, music videos, Toro y Moi and advice for other musical artists!Go check out their show opening for Brad Stank at Masquerade on April 10th!And give them a follow on instagram @caughyyy
Transcribe →Recess Party
Jan 2100:59:16Tap to summarizeToday, Riley Stillwagon from Recess Party returns to OTN to talk about their newest EP, 'This Must Be'. Recess Party has been active in the local Atlanta / Athens music scene since the release of their debut album 'Paid In Full' back in 2023. They've created waves in the indie rock community here for a good reason. Riley and I got to chat about the meaning behind these new songs and the EP as a whole, as well as production inspirations, tour advice, producing for other artists and much more!Catch them on their upcoming dates in North Carolina:Charleston 3/21Greenville 3/27Charlotte 3/28Make sure to follow them on all socials @recessparty !And follow the pod on instagram: @onthatnote_podcast
Transcribe →Savannah Hutson
Jan 1400:58:36Tap to summarizeSavannah Hutson is an indie pop singer songwriter and actor based in Atlanta, GA!Her debut album, 'Patronizing' released back in October of 2025 and is comprised of nine dreamy, ethereal pop rock tracks that symbolize and explore the nine circles of Hell discussed in Dante's Inferno. She is also an accomplished actor who recurs on ABC's 'Will Trent' as Young Angie, appearing in every season of the show so far!We got to discuss her love for video games, her creative process, working on set, balancing her musical and acting career, twenty one pilots and the inspiration she draws from Radiohead's OK Computer!Make sure to give her a follow on her socials! Insta: @savannahutson TikTok: @savannahhutsonAnd follow the pod on insta too! @onthatnote_podcast
Transcribe →Perfect Animal
Dec 400:50:01Tap to summarizeToday, I'm joined by my friend Eric Peters, the frontman of the incredibly fun and distinct Atlanta-based indie rock band Perfect Animal.Their new album 'Muscle', recorded at Argyle Records just came out and is their follow up album to their 2024 album 'Soft Applause'. On this episode, Eric and I got to chat about his songwriting process, lineup changes, finding their groove, The Sopranos, musical influences and his favorite live show he's ever seen!We'll be playing a show together THIS SATURDAY (12/6/25) at Smiths Olde bar at 8 pm with Michael Carnes and Them In Uniform!! Come hang and dance the night away with us!And make sure to follow Perfect Animal as well as the pod on instagram!@perfectanimalband@onthatnote_podcasthttps://smithsoldebar.freshtix.com/events/perfect-animal-album-release-sobatl?utm_campaign=Freshtix&utm_medium=Freshtix&utm_source=Freshtix
Transcribe →Sleepers Club
Nov 1900:47:10Tap to summarizeI'm joined by Sydney Ward from Atlanta indie duo 'Sleepers Club'! Their sound is self described as "dreamy sleaze-pop" and they've been slowly releasing a string of five singles throughout this year, their most recent release being 'Fear Tower'. Sleepers Club, made up of Ward and her partner Damon Moon, started this project during the pandemic in 2020 as a way to cope with an increasingly volatile world. Now, we benefit from their work as they bring those songs to streaming services for us to hear!In this episode we discuss their songwriting process, reconnecting with old material, Shaky Knees, artist / producer dynamics and musical education!Give Sleepers Club a follow on their socials! @sleepers.clubAnd don't forget to follow the pod @onthatnote_podcast
Transcribe →Zoe Bayani
Nov 1200:38:46Tap to summarizeZoe Bayani is a driving force in Atlanta's indie rock scene. Since she started releasing music under her own name back in the fall of 2021, her sound has evolved from a more folky roots vibe to a hard rock / grunge sonic palette. Her newest single, 'Hear Me' is accompanied by an absolutely insane music video that is equally as cinematic. On today's episode, we got to chat about her musical upbringing, the creative and logistical challenges that come with producing your own music video, advocating for your art during the production process and why 'Ultraviolence' by Lana Del Rey is her favorite album of all time!Give her a follow on all the socials @zoeibayaniAnd follow the pod @onthatnote_podcast
Transcribe →Jaguar Glass
Nov 600:50:37Tap to summarizeToday, I'm joined by Sophia Taite, the front woman behind Atlanta's new and exciting indie rock band, Jaguar Glass. Jaguar Glass is a 4 piece band comprised of all producers. Not only is Sophia a gifted singer songwriter, she's an incredible sound engineer at Maze Studios, The Eastern and The Masquerade here in Atlanta.Their new song, Zombie Ants brings a free flowing sound comprised of psychedelic guitars and synths and a steady drum groove. After hearing this for the first time, it's infectious chorus was repeating in my head all day.Sophia and I got to chat about her songwriting process, the role of a sound engineer in a studio versus a live venue, her favorite concerts and our mutual love for Radiohead!Give Jaguar Glass a follow on instagram @jaguar.glassAnd make sure to follow the podcast as well! @onthatnote_podcast
Transcribe →Baby Hollis
Oct 2900:48:31Tap to summarizeIf you’re into bands like Alvvays, The Beths and Slow Pulp, then Baby Hollis might just be your new favorite indie rock singer songwriter based here in Atlanta! Hollis Griffin, AKA Baby Hollis just released her DEBUT single ‘Talking Stage’ and I was lucky enough to have her on the pod to get all the details regarding her musical leanings and inspirations behind the new music.We got to chat about Steely Dan, the utility of voice notes, what she looks for in a producer collaborator and her musical career leading up to the start of her solo project!Give Baby Hollis a follow on Instagram @babyhollisAnd don’t forget to give the pod a follow on your favorite podcast streaming service as well as on Instagram! @onthatnote_podcast
Transcribe →Maggie FM
Oct 2200:51:36Tap to summarizeYou may know Maggie Geeslin as the guitarist for local Atlanta indie rock band Lunar Vacation, but she's also an incredibly talented singer songwriter who's about to release her debut album 'Candy, Lights, Orchids' under the name Maggie FM!We got to chat about her songwriting process, tour life, consistently committing to her music, recording her debut album in three and a half days and what people may not know about being in a band like Lunar Vacation.Make sure to give Maggie a follow on instagram: @maggie_fm_And follow the pod: @onthatnote_podcast
Transcribe →Cooks of Cassidy
Oct 1500:42:10Tap to summarizeToday, I had the pleasure of interviewing a new addition to the Atlanta indie music scene. Cooks of Cassidy moved to Atlanta from Kansas last year and has been ingratiating herself in the community ever since. I found her song 'By The Pail' on TikTok a month or so ago and have been obsessed with it ever since. After she dropped another banger, 'Sparrow's Ticket', I knew I had to have her on the pod. We got to chat about her songwriting process, lyrical world building, film editing and why Hop Along is her favorite band!Make sure to follow her on social media @CooksOfCassidy And follow the podcast on instagram @onthatnote_podcast
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