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Riot Fest, CaveFest, and Catching Up with flipturn at Moon River Festival Sep 27, 2023

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On this jam-packed episode of The What Podcast, Brad, Barry, and Lord Taco chat about the various festivals they’ve recently attended and plan to hit soon. Plus, the crew catches up with flipturn while on-site at Moon River Music Festival.

Brad talks about his time at Riot Fest in Chicago, while Lord Taco previews Tennessee’s second annual CaveFest. The trio then shares their conversation with the indie rock band flipturn, who talks about playing in Chattanooga, getting their song “The Fall” on Rock Band 4, and more.

Listen to The What Podcast with flipturn or watch it via YouTube. While you’re at it, go ahead and like, review, and subscribe to The What Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

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CHAPTERS

(00:00:00) Intro

(00:00:29) Barry had a rough week

(00:03:09) Russ is going to CaveFest

(00:06:31) Brad went to Riot Fest

(00:28:43) Interview with flipturn

(00:39:11) Outro

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Noah Cyrus on Her Family, Her Songwriting, and More Sep 20, 2023

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To say Noah Cyrus comes from a creative family would be an understatement. With sister Miley and father Billy Ray, the Cyrus gang clearly has a knack for artistry. On this episode of The What Podcast, Barry and Lord Taco sit down for a conversation with the singer/songwriter while on site at Moon River Music Festival.

Cyrus chats about how getting to play in Chattanooga, Tennessee allowed her to see some of her Tennessee-based family members, growing up as her dad’s number one fan, and the origins of her interest in songwriting.

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CHAPTERS

(00:00:00) Intro

(00:14:02) Interview with Noah Cyrus

(00:21:03) Outro

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Judah & The Lion Return to Moon River Festival Sep 13, 2023

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Judah Akers from Judah & The Lion sat down for a conversation with the crew from The What Podcast while at Chattanooga, Tennessee’s Moon River Festival over the festival.

Akers chats about the defining moment in 2018 when they covered “Mr. Brightside” with Drew Holcomb and got a crowd of 10,000 people moving, the importance of mental health when you’re in a band, and how discussing mental struggles has come to be more acceptable than in years past. Such growing acceptance was evident even at Moon River, as Saturday headliner Caamp canceled their performance citing mental health as a primary reason they’re stepping back from touring.

Listen to The What Podcast with Judah Akers from Judah & The Lion or watch it via YouTube. While you’re at it, go ahead and like, review, and subscribe to The What Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

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CHAPTERS

(00:00:00) Intro

(00:16:23) Interview with Judah Akers

(00:32:33) Outro

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Remembering Jimmy Buffett Sep 06, 2023

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Jimmy Buffett was a last-minute edition to the Bonnaroo lineup in 2009 after he reportedly reached out to organizers asking to be added. For Brad and Barry, it was a perfect example of the festival being flexible and a great opportunity for them to see an act they would not have otherwise seen. On this episode of The What Podcast, the crew honor the iconic singer-songwriter, who passed away on September 2nd at 76.

Elsewhere in the episode, we discuss which festivals we are going to this month. Barry and Lord Taco are headed back to Moon River in Chattanooga, and Brad will attend Riot Fest in Chicago for the first time. Also, we find out how Brad really feels about Buc-ee's.

Listen to The What Podcast this week or watch it via YouTube. While you’re at it, go ahead and like, review, and subscribe to The What Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

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CHAPTERS

(00:00:00) Intro

(00:01:25) Moon River

(00:08:28) Riot Fest

(00:10:47) Jimmy Buffett

(00:30:40) Bus Update

(00:35:06) Coming Up

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RÜFÜS DU SOL's Tyrone Lindqvist on Saving the Band with Sobriety: High Five Clip Aug 02, 2023

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A growing number of people are choosing to experience Bonnaroo and other music festivals completely sober. So, in this week’s High Five Clip, The What Podcast crew revisits their interview with Tyrone Lindqvist from RÜFÜS DU SOL in which he tells the story of how the band was headed for a breakup before they decided to give up liquor.

Lindqvist explains how sobriety brought them closer together and, ultimately, saved the band. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. If you like this clip, be sure to check out the entire interview with Tyrone Lindqvist from 2022 here.

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CHAPTERS

(00:00:00) Intro

(00:07:15) Tyrone Lindqvist Clip

(00:10:54) Outro

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Angel Saint Queen on Going from Bonnaroo Fans to Performers Jul 19, 2023

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On this episode of The What Podcast, Barry and Lord Taco sit down on The Farm with Maddie Bouton and Becca Castle of Angel Saint Queen to talk about their relationship with Bonnaroo, their music, and more.

Bouton and Castle are long-time Roovians, boasting experience as both attendees and event staff. Now, in 2023, they can add “performer” to that list of titles, as this year saw the Bonnaroo debut of their indie rock project Angel Saint Queen. Barry and Lord Taco dive into their journey to the stage and all the crazy feelings that came along with it.

Listen to Barry and Lord Taco of The What Podcast with Angel Saint Queen or watch it via YouTube. While you’re at it, go ahead and like, review, and subscribe to The What Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

Photo by: David Bruce

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CHAPTERS

(00:00:00) Intro

(00:14:40) Angel Saint Queen Interview

(00:26:44) Outro

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On The Farm: Thee Sacred Souls at Bonnaroo 2023 Jul 12, 2023

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On this special episode of The What Podcast, Barry and Lord Taco sit down with Thee Sacred Souls while on the Farm at Bonnaroo 2023. The neo-soul act run through their experience at the festival, how they got their start, and the ins and outs of their creative process.

“Growing up listening to the oldies and classic soul and doo-wop, it kinda falls into the music naturally,” bassist Sal Samano explains. “I don’t think it sounds exactly like the music we were and are listening to; I think it just naturally ends up in the music.”

Elsewhere, Barry and Lord Taco make early speculations about Bonnaroo 2024 and give an anticipated update on Lord Taco’s beloved bus.

Listen to Barry and Lord Taco of The What Podcast with Thee Sacred Souls or watch it via YouTube. While you’re at it, go ahead and like, review, and subscribe to The What Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

Photo by: David Bruce

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CHAPTERS

(00:00:00) Intro

(00:03:00) Predictions for Bonnaroo 2024

(00:05:08) Lord Taco's Bus Update

(00:06:29) Introducing this week's interview

(00:10:43) Thee Sacred Souls

(00:22:24) Outro

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Talking Bonnaroo 2023 with Bryan Stone and Evan Bonnaroo Jul 05, 2023

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StoneOnAir podcast host Bryan Stone and photographer Evan Bonnaroo join Brad, Barry, and Lord Taco to discuss the 2023 Bonnaroo festival in this very special episode of The What Podcast.

From the aspects that went perfectly according to plan to the parts that… didn’t (the number two in Plaza Two incident), the pair of guests provide a new perspective on how this year’s Bonnaroo went down. Elsewhere, the gang touches on mental health, Soberoo, Korn, Portugal. the Man, and so much more.

Listen to Brad and Barry chat with Bryan Stone and Evan Bonnaroo or watch it via YouTube. While you’re at it, go ahead and like, review, and subscribe to The What Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

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Bonnaroo 2023 Recap and Roundup: MMJ, Foo Fighters, Korn, and More Jun 28, 2023

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Bonnaroo 2023 is in the books, and according to the recap from Brad, Barry, and Lord Taco of The What Podcast, it was another rousing success on The Farm. The three hosts are back from the festival grounds and ready to talk about all the highs and lows, best and worst, and most and least surprising moments from the weekend in Tennessee.

Elsewhere in the episode, we tease some upcoming guests and interviews as we continue our Bonnaroo 2023 coverage, including David Bruce of the I Am Bonnaroo film project. If you missed our first interview with David, you can check it out here.

What were your highlights? Which artists knocked you out? Agree with The What crew’s takes on the performances from Korn, My Morning Jacket, and Tyler Childers? Listen to Brad, Barry, and Lord Taco, recap their time at Bonnaroo 2023 above or watch it via YouTube, and then share your own thoughts.

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CHAPTERS

(00:00:00) Intro

(00:06:42) The Rush DVD returns

(00:09:17) Brad didn't make it to Bonnaroo

(00:11:01) Hulu Live Streams

(00:14:13) Taco's Highlights

(00:16:26) An effortless year

(00:23:33) Our top shows

(00:29:16) The James Brown story

(00:30:49) Korn

(00:35:03) Barry had to leave early

(00:36:01) Foo Fighters

(00:42:00) Other highlights

(00:43:24) Diesel

(00:44:47) Recapping Bonnaroo 2023

(00:48:07) Upcoming Episodes

(00:49:53) Outro

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Re:SET Festival and Why You Need to Watch Noah Kahan at Bonnaroo: High Five Clip Jun 14, 2023

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Roovians… it’s time. It’s finally Bonnaroo Week! We made it, and we have your can’t miss set of Bonnaroo 2023: Noah Kahan.

Lord Taco is already on The Farm, so Brad and Barry hop on for a quick meeting to preview the weekend and chat about the traveling Re:SET concert series. The two also revisit their Noah Kahan interview from earlier this year in a special Bonnaroo week High Five Clip. After hearing their discussion, and checking out his music, Kahan will undoubtedly jump up to the top of your Bonnaroo 2023 must-see list.

Listen to Brad and Barry chat about Re:SET and Noah Kahan, or watch it via YouTube. Also be sure to check out the full interview with Noah Kahan. While you’re at it, go ahead and like, review, and subscribe to The What Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

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CHAPTERS

(00:00:00) Intro

(00:02:00) Re:SET Festival

(00:05:08) Introducing Noah Kahan

(00:09:19) Noah Kahan Interview

(00:14:20) Outro

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