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Speak b4 I Think!
Hosted by Jax Thaddeus · EN
Welcome to Speak b4 I Think!, the podcast where music meets storytelling. Hosted by Jax Thaddeus, this show dives into the lives and creative journeys of local music artists in Fort Collins, Colorado, and beyond. Each episode features candid conversations with emerging and established musicians, exploring their inspirations, challenges, and the heart behind their craft.
Whether you're a die-hard music lover, an aspiring artist, or just curious about the people shaping the local music scene, Speak b4 I Think! offers a front-row seat to the world of creativity, culture, and sound. Tune in for insightful interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and a deeper connection to the music that moves us.
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SBIT: Episode 7 - Bitchflower
Jan 26, 202501:03:30Tap to summarizeBitchflower creates a blend of punk rock, psychedelic rock, and indie rock to produce captivating performances that can truly be felt as much as they can be seen and heard Music: Spotify & Apple Music Instagram: @bitchflower_ Facebook: B1tchflower #BitchflowerBand
Transcribe →SBIT: Episode 6 Ash Redhorse & The Midnight Suns
Jan 4, 202500:57:27Tap to summarizeAsh Redhorse & The Midnight Suns are an Indie Rock/Folk Rock band that commonly reside in the realms of romantic tales of desire & heartbreak. Their lyrics paint vivid pictures in the hopes that they tug on your heartstrings and immerse you in the perspective of the narrator, while their melodies envelop you in a riverbed of emotion. Though they deliver soothing tones, they are no strangers to the hard hitting soundscapes of distorted guitars and bellowing drum breakdowns similar to that of the Post Rock genre, just with an added Western Flare. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7beN3... Linktree: https://l.instagram.com/?u=https%3A%2...
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SBIT: Episode 5 Grammy Nominated Maxwell Hughes
Dec 27, 202401:06:04Tap to summarizeThe growl and purr of motorcycle engines. The patter of rain on a tin roof. The twinkle of chimes on a porch in February. The steady, insistent thrum of heartbeats. Maxwell Hughes' playing evokes all of this, and much more. At a time when too many musicians treat their instruments as simple props, he's a total original (and maybe a freedom fighter, too): an artist determined to explore the entire expressive latitude of his acoustic guitar, and to coax as many different sounds and moods from it as he can. In his hands, the guitar is a magic wand, a lightning rod, a stick to conjure the storm. It was the chase for that distinctive, personal sound that compelled Hughes to leave the Lumineers -- and he's never looked back since. Under his own name, he's put out three collections of his distinctive songwriting -- and a fourth is on the way. He's been busy with other projects, too: his guitar and bass are the bedrock of Edison's acclaimed album Familiar Spirit. And in 2013, he was officially sponsored by Larrivee, the company that manufactures the acoustic guitars he plays. They know what the rest of the country is finding out: there's no better advertisement for guitars, and musicianship, and artistic innovation than the music that Maxwell Hughes has already made. As for the music he's going to make next?, well, watch out. Website: www.maxwellhughesmusic.com TedTalk: • Local Entertainment: Maxwell Hughes a... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0drGW...
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SBIT: Episode 4 Johnny Speaks
Dec 27, 202400:58:13Tap to summarizeWelcome to SBIT: Episode 4 Johnny Speaks Video. Hope You Guys Enjoy This Video. If You enjoy this video please share this video with your friend's and family members, and don't forget to subscribe To our YouTube channel! Johnny Speaks, originally from Chicago, Illinois, is a soulful singer-songwriter based in Fort Collins, Colorado. By day, he works as a plant geneticist, and by night, he graces local venues with his smooth, bluegrass-infused rock 'n' roll style. His musical influences include Jimi Hendrix, Billy Strings, John Lee Hooker, and Trey Anastasio. In September 2024, Johnny released an EP titled "Me, My Dad, My Family, Nature, and Love," affectionately known as "JJ." This work delves into his familial relationships and shared stories, showcasing his growth as an artist
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SBIT: Episode 3 The Crooked Rugs
Dec 27, 202401:02:32Tap to summarizeWelcome to SBIT: Episode 3 - The Crookedrugs Video. Hope You Guys Enjoy This Video. If You enjoy this video please share this video with your friend's and family members, and don't forget to subscribe To our YouTube channel! In this episode of Speak B4 I Think, we sit down with The Crooked Rugs, Fort Collins' own psychedelic rock band. Formed in 2019, the band consists of Jayce Haley, Nolan Brumbach, Jay LeCavalier, and brothers Rex and Finn Stowers. We discuss their journey from university projects to releasing albums like 'IT!' and 'THAT!', and their latest work, 'Tales of the Great Western Sky'. Get an inside look at their creative process, influences, and what’s next for this dynamic group. Insta: / thecrookedrugs Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6AQK0... Apple Music: / the-crooked-rugs
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SBIT: Episode 2 Mallory Graham
Dec 27, 202400:58:35Tap to summarizeMallory Graham is the surf/indie/punk expression from an open-mic rat. Her songs take influence from Wavves, Mac DeMarco, The Beach Boys, and the ever-breathing Earth. Each performance welcomes listeners to an intimate soundscape, reminds us of our humanity, and teaches about properly feeding our local ducks! (Mallory) "I'm currently in the final stages of an album that will be coming out this year, and I have one single out as of right now. I've been involved in the music scene for years, played with Fernbrook, Wicked Vixen, Dumpster Head, and Atom Son of Man. This is my first full release as a solo artist." https://linktr.ee/mallorygraham Instagram: mallorys.gram
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SBIT: Episode 1 Jay LeCavalier
Dec 27, 202400:57:16Tap to summarizeHave you ever had an experience before? Well, you're about to. If Colorado's psychedelic music community was a Venn Diagram, Jay LeCavalier would be somewhere close to the middle. Currently, he plays with The Crooked Rugs, Lounge Drugs, Funscreen, and Los Toms. In addition to being a performer, he's also a prolific recording artist. He's recorded and produced many records for the projects he plays with, and for other artists he appreciates including Tunewave and Bitchflower. He nearly always has something new in the works. Jay's music isn't just inspired by the psychedelic experience - if the doors of perception are already opened within your mind, his music will walk you through them in short order. Go follow his accounts on Insta! @jaylecavalier @thisisfunscreen @loungedrugs @lostoms Go listen on: Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/artist/2G8O6... Apple- / jay-lecavalier
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