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From physics to country music with Holdyn Barder Oct 17, 2025

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This week, Jason and Shelby welcome rising country artist Holdyn Barder—the Newtown, PA native whose Eagles anthem “Go Birds” went viral and put Philly pride on the country map. Holdyn shares his journey from physics major to Nashville stages, opening for superstars like Luke Bryan and Darius Rucker, and the heart behind his upcoming debut album. Tune in for stories of hustle, hometown roots, and the voice carrying Philly country into the spotlight.

If you can breathe, you can dance! Charity Baroni Oct 10, 2025

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This week, Jason and Shelby are joined by Charity Baroni, a seasoned performer and movement coach whose career has spanned the worlds of music videos, live tours, and artist development. From dancing with Taylor Swift and Beyoncé to empowering artists through movement coaching, Charity shares her journey and insights into the transformative power of performance. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on artistry, confidence, and the heart behind the movement.

AI's newest star, KION! Is this for real? Oct 03, 2025

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This week, Jason, Shelby, and even Carlos dive into one of the biggest headlines in music: Higgsfield Records has officially signed its first AI artist, KION. What does this mean for singers, songwriters, and the industry at large? Is AI a threat, a tool, or the future of collaboration? We unpack the possibilities, the risks, and where human artistry still shines brightest.

What happened to Adam Levine's voice??? Sep 26, 2025

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Adam Levine’s new album Love Is Like has fans talking — his voice sounds noticeably different. In this episode, Jason and Shelby unpack why singers choose to change their voices, whether it’s a natural evolution or a risky experiment, and what it means for both artistry and audience expectations. Is changing your sound a smart move, or can it cost you your identity as a singer?

Traveling to OZ with Wicked's Glinda Allison Bailey! Sep 19, 2025

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This week, Jason and Shelby are joined by Broadway’s own Allison Bailey, best known for her sparkling turn as Glinda in Wicked. She shares her journey from Florida stages to national tours, life on Broadway, and what it takes to bring such an iconic role to life night after night. Plus—her newest projects beyond Oz. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation with one of musical theatre’s brightest voices!

First 48! Pavarotti, Italian mud baths, and more! Sep 12, 2025

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On this episode of The Vocal Lab Podcast, Jason, Shelby, and Carlos dive into Pavarotti’s famous claim that singers need 48 hours to recover after a performance. Was he exaggerating, or is there real science behind the millions of vocal fold collisions in a two-hour show? Join us as we explore the artistry, physiology, and recovery rituals that shape a singer’s first 48.

Blake Proehl! Football, nana & 67... Sep 05, 2025

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This week on The Vocal Lab, Jason and Shelby are joined by Blake Proehl—former Minnesota Viking, American Idol contestant, and breakout singer-songwriter. We dive into the heartwarming story of how a song for his nana went viral, the unexpected journey from football fields to recording studios, and his brand-new release Miss Carolina. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation that proves sometimes the biggest wins happen off the field.

Shaboozey breaks the record while we eat cupcakes! Aug 29, 2025

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On this episode of The Vocal Lab, Jason and Shelby dig into Shaboozey’s historic feat—'A Bar Song (Tipsy)' just hit 27 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s Radio Songs chart, breaking the all-time record previously held by The Weeknd’s Blinding Lights. What does a run like that say about the state of radio, genre-bending hits, and the future of chart dominance? We’ll talk impact, influence, and of course, enjoy a flight of cupcakes while we celebrate.

Bringing back the heartbeat to Country Music with Conor Clemmons! Aug 22, 2025

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This week, Jason and Shelby welcome Nashville country artist Conor Clemmons to the studio! From his Carolina roots to climbing the iTunes Country charts with his debut EP Left of Center, Conor has been carving out a sound full of heart, energy, and real storytelling. He’s opened for artists like Hunter Hayes, Gavin DeGraw, and Parmalee, and his latest singles—Good Ones, It Chose Me, and the reflective Growin’ To Do—showcase both his powerhouse vocals and his honest perspective on life. Plus, he’s fresh off the release of his summer anthem Double Standard.

Join us as Conor shares the journey behind his music, the lessons that keep him grounded, and maybe even a little sneak peek at what’s next.

Shelby almost quits over ASMR!!! Aug 15, 2025

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Jason and Shelby are kicking off a new chapter — a fresh studio, a fresh vibe, and... some very questionable ASMR experiments.

Is it soothing? Is it terrifying? Or is it both?

Join us as we celebrate new beginnings, spill behind-the-scenes stories, and tiptoe into the whispery world of audio that might just give you chills — for better or worse.

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