<p>No Simple Road is totally excited to have Vocalist and Guitarist Russell Long from The Great North Special as our guest on the show this week! The Great North Special is a fresh 7-piece jam band based out of Laguna Beach, CA playing a <em>special</em> blend of psych-rock, country-blues, &amp; funk-soul originals, covers, and improvisations guaranteed to shake your caboose. Next stop: The Garden of Your Mind. ALL ABOARD!!!</p><br><p>We met Russell at Skull &amp; Roses Festival during and exceedingly strange moment in time and became fast friends through the experience. We talk with Russell all about the origins of The Great North Special, Russell's personal journey with discovering the music of The Grateful Dead, how the music has changed his life and his approach to music, how his trips to India and study of Yoga have shaped his view of the world and the people in it, and so much more!</p><br><p><strong>SONG AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INTERVIEW: the single 'Love Service Devotion'</strong></p><br><p>For info on their next shows, videos, and more with The Great North Special, head over to <a href="https://thegreatnorthspecial.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.thegreatnorthspecial.com</a></p><br><p><strong>Remember to hang out after the interview to catch up with the No Simple Road Crew!</strong></p><br><p><strong>No Simple Road Intro Music Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.spunjmusic.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>SPUNJ</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.</p><p>We&nbsp;inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>We are super excited to start our series of conversations leading us up to The Peach Festival's 10th Anniversary, and this couldn't be a better way... Dani Battat of Eggy is our guest on No Simple Road this week. We talk about riding the wave of the upswing, the duality of constant adrenaline and the ability to sleep on a dime, realizing you are coming of age, how the name 'Eggy' came to be, what it's like for the band to be all living together, how he navigated the decision to go all-in with the band, and a whole lot more!</p><br><p>Eggy is the group that brings balance to your musical diet. The band offers timeless songwriting both lyrically and in composition creating works worthy of repeated consumption. Drawing influences from classics like Bruce Hornsby, CSNY, Herbie Hancock, &amp; the like; Eggy is the fresh but familiar music you’ve been craving. Their debut album “Watercolor Days” (released March 2019) reflects the band’s fine palate &amp; musical breadth.</p><br><p>Michael Goodman (bass/vocals), Jake Brownstein (guitar/vocals), Dani Battat (keys/vocals) and Alex Bailey (drums/vocals) work in tandem, sending sizzling musical ideas across the stage from years of sharpening their craft together. The result is an original &amp; organic musical blend inspired by their heroes of the past and present.</p><br><p>For tour info, news, merch, videos, and more head over to <a href="https://eggymusic.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.eggymusic.com</a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Remember to hang out after the interview to catch up with the No Simple Road Crew!</strong></p><br><p><strong>No Simple Road Intro Music Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.spunjmusic.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>SPUNJ</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.</p><p>We&nbsp;inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>We're extremely excited this week to have Pappy Biondo of Cabinet as our guest on No Simple Road! We catch up with Pappy and get right down to business talking about the origins of the band, why their sound has morphed and changed over the years, how finding a banjo under a bed can change your life, the way Pappy views Cabinet as a band and what it does, the way that the members of the band guide and support each other through the experience of being a band, and a whole lot more!</p><br><p>Cabinet wears their influences like badges, honoring the canon of roots, rock, reggae, psychedelia, blues, bluegrass, country, and folk, weaving these sounds into a patchwork Americana quilt. But this music isn’t romanticizing or rehashing the past. Cabinet makes it mark on today. Their music takes the long way home, treating its listeners like passengers on a ride through scenic back roads. Members Pappy Biondo (banjo, vocals), J.P. Biondo (mandolin, vocals), Mickey Coviello (acoustic guitar, vocals), Dylan Skursky (electric bass, double bass), Todd Kopec (fiddle, vocals) and Jami Novak (drums, percussion) all live and love music, and aren’t afraid to show it.</p><br><p>Make sure to check out Cabinet's new release 'The Sugarshack Sessions' available everywhere you get music and head over to <a href="https://www.cabinetmusic.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.cabinetmusic.com</a> for tour info, merch, and more!</p><p><strong>SONG AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INTERVIEW: 'Silver Sun' off "The Sugarshack Sessions"</strong></p><br><p><strong>Remember to hang out after the interview with Pappy to catch up with the No Simple Road Crew!</strong></p><br><p><strong>No Simple Road Intro Music Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.circlesaroundthesun.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CIRCLES AROUND THE SUN</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.</p><p>We&nbsp;inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>We are stoked to be back at our regularly scheduled program this week and to have Apollo Suns defacto band leader and guitarist Ed Durocher as our guest on No Simple Road!</p><br><p>Born from the fusing of nine Winnipeg, Canada based musicians, Apollo Suns have created a refreshing and innovative sound and live performance combining instrumental, jazz, rock and psychedelic music. They were awarded “Instrumental Artist of the Year” at the 2018 and 2020 Western Canadian Music Awards.</p><p>Apollo Suns began in 2016 following the deconstruction of Ed Durocher (Guitar) and Dave Guenette’s (bass) previous band Electric Soul.&nbsp;Over the years the band has seen a large rotation of some very talented and have now solidified the core group of Glenn Radley (Drums), Erika Einarson (Percussion), Niall Cade (Tenor Sax), Bryn Herperger (Bass), Garrett Malenko (Trumpet), Benjamin James Hill (Trombone), Aaron Bartel (Bari Sax) and Anatol Rennie (Keyboards/Synths).</p><br><p>We talk to Ed about emerging from the cocoon of quarantine into heading back out on the road for a huge North American tour, what he's missed most about the road, the unique challenges of having a nine member band, how it feels to be in that space before something really takes flight, his ideas to create a total sensory experience with their shows, how the energy of crowds has morphed, and a ton more!</p><br><p>For all things Apollo Suns including tour dates, merch, and more head over to: <a href="https://www.apollosuns.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.apollosuns.ca</a></p><br><p><strong>No Simple Road Intro Music Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH HE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.circlesaroundthesun.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CIRCLES AROUND THE SUN</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.</p><p>We&nbsp;inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>We've begun our journey into the world of the Livestream! For our first one we re-tell the story of how NSR got its start and recap some of the long strange trip to where we are today. Each of us gives our top-five favorite No Simple Road moments to date and we shed some tears along the way as well as a ton of laughs.</p><br><p>If you're new to No Simple Road then this episode will give you a little context as to who is behind the mics and if you're already part of the No Simple Road Family it'll give you another reason to keep coming back to hang out with us every week!</p><br><p>We hope you all dig this as much as we did doing it and we also hope that you'll join us every week as we do these.</p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your order at </strong><a href="https://finandwheel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Fin and Wheel</strong></a> <strong>PROMO CODE: NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.</p><p>We&nbsp;inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This week on No Simple Road we've got part 3 of our 3 part series on Skull &amp; Roses Festival! This final part is filled with a lot of laughter and smiles!</p><br><p>We begin with a little conversation between the NSR Crew. Next, we have a hilarious interview with the guys from Pink Talking Fish, followed by a little backstage rap with the Master Shredder himself, Marcus Rezak of Shred Is Dead, and finally we wrap up this 3 part series with an interview with the caretaker of the Abraxas Dragon himself, Tim Clark.</p><br><p><strong>No Simple Road Intro Music Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your order at </strong><a href="https://finandwheel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Fin and Wheel</strong></a> <strong>PROMO CODE: NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH HE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.spunjmusic.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>SPUNJ</em></strong></a><strong><em> &amp; </em></strong><a href="http://www.andrewhendryx.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>ANDREW HENDRYX</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.</p><p>We&nbsp;inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This week on No Simple Road we've got part 2 of our 3 part series (we thought it was gonna be 2 and it turns out it'll be 3 parts) on Skull &amp; Roses Festival! Come for the ride with us as we take you along for an auditory journey of what it was like to be at this iconic festival!</p><br><p>Part 2 starts with a recap of the previous day with the NSR crew, then we head a backstage for a conversation with the guys from Catfish John who represent our hometown of Las Vegas, Nevada. Next, we take you for a walk down Shakedown Street with a couple for interviews with some of the Grateful Dead family at the festival, followed by an interview and music by Jerry's Middle Finger, and finishing up with some commentary and a talk with our 2019 ticket giveaway winner.</p><br><p><strong>Stay tuned next week for the final episode of this series, part 3!</strong></p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your order at </strong><a href="https://finandwheel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Fin and Wheel</strong></a> <strong>PROMO CODE: NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH HE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.circlesaroundthesun.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CIRCLES AROUND THE SUN</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.</p><p>We&nbsp;inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This week on No Simple Road we've got part 1 of our 2 part series on Skull &amp; Roses Festival! Come for the ride with us as we take you along for an auditory journey of what it was like to be at this iconic festival!</p><br><p>Part 1 starts with some shenanigans with the NSR crew, then we head a backstage for a quick interview with one of the organizers, next is a tour of the Dusty Strings Exhibit housing some of the most historic Grateful Dead instruments given by Jason Sherner followed by a talk with beaded strap wizard Jenny Shuman, an interview and music by Brown Eyed Women, some takes on what the Grateful Dead Family means, music by Dark Star Orchestra, The Higgs, Steely Dead, and Shaky Feelin', and Stu Allen &amp; Mars Hotel, plus commentary and check-in's with the No Simple Road crew along the way.</p><br><p><strong>Stay tuned next week for part 2!</strong></p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your order at </strong><a href="https://finandwheel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Fin and Wheel</strong></a> <strong>PROMO CODE: NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH HE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.circlesaroundthesun.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CIRCLES AROUND THE SUN</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.</p><p>We&nbsp;inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>We're so stoked to have Mountain Head as our guests on No Simple Road this week! Mountain Head begins with the Hannah Brothers, and a mountain. The mysterious duo wandered through the wasteland and arrived at a mountain, which they scaled. At the top, they discovered a shaman who changed the brothers' lives and way of thinking forever. Their sound blends psych-rock, alt-rock, and elements of electro-pop and jangle pop into unique and potent sonic concoctions. </p><br><p>We sit down with Kyle &amp; Ben and get into their visit with a Shaman, how psychedelics changed their music forever, how being brothers affects their process, what prompted them to learn tabla and sitar, how yoga and meditation fit into their lives, why they wear grills, the meaning of the black hat, and a whole bunch more!</p><p><strong>SONG AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INTERVIEW: 'Dedicated' off the "Backseat" EP</strong></p><br><p><strong>For tour info, merch, news, music &amp; more head over to: </strong><a href="https://www.mountainheadmusic.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>www.mountainheadmusic.com</strong></a></p><br><p>Remember to hang out after the conversation with Mountain Head to hear our Phish NYC recap and catch up with the NSR crew!</p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your order at </strong><a href="https://finandwheel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Fin and Wheel</strong></a> <strong>PROMO CODE: NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH HE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.spunjmusic.com/about" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>SPUNJ</em></strong></a></p><p><a href="https://www.circlesaroundthesun.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CIRCLES AROUND THE SUN</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.</p><p>We&nbsp;inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>No Simple Road is extremely excited this week to have Artist Mike Dubois on the show! Mike's art has been a part of the Grateful Dead ethos for decades now and honestly there is no real way to categorize his amazing work. He is one-of-a-kind. His magickal style has been commissioned by bands including The Grateful Dead, The Allman Brothers Band, Neil Young, Hot Tuna, Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac, Black Sabbath, The Jerry Garcia Band, Pink Floyd, Dead &amp; Company, and so many more!</p><br><p>We talk with Mike about the upcoming '<a href="https://bearsvilletheater.com/woodstock-rock-art-poster-show/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Woodstock Rock Art &amp; Poster Show</a>', his early years of creating art, how he connected with The Band Beyond Description, how the flow of synchronicity has worked in his life, his thoughts on the wider Jam Scene, how he feels about being called a 'Dead Head', and a bunch more!</p><br><p>For more info and tickets to the incredible 'Woodstock Rock Art &amp; Poster Show' May 14th &amp;15th head to: <a href="https://bearsvilletheater.com/woodstock-rock-art-poster-show/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.bearsvilletheater.com/woodstock-rock-art-poster-show</a></p><br><p>Remember to hang out after the conversation with Mike to catch up with the NSR crew!</p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your order at </strong><a href="https://finandwheel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Fin and Wheel</strong></a> <strong>PROMO CODE: NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH HE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.circlesaroundthesun.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CIRCLES AROUND THE SUN</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.</p><p>We&nbsp;inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>We are stoked to have our homegrown homies Bodhi Mojo as our guests on No Simple Road! Bodhi Mojo is a psychedelic, four-piece jam band rooted in the good feels. Characterized by mind-bending jams and heartfelt songwriting, they never play the same show twice and leave you yearning for more.</p><br><p>The band formed in 2019, and made a splash on the PNW music scene. Focusing on DIY festivals/shows, Bodhi quickly grew a wide following throughout Northern Oregon.</p><br><p>Their latest pursuits include a full length album, summer tour, and hosting their own festival 'Mojo Family Fest'. This is definitely a band to keep your eye on and a ton of fun to hang out with and chop it up!</p><br><p>You can find tickets to <a href="https://www.bodhimojo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mojo Family Fest</a> and more on Bodhi Mojo including show dates and more at: <a href="https://www.bodhimojo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.bodhimojo.com</a></p><p><strong>SONG AT THE BEGINNING OF THE EPISODE: 'Adios My Baby' - from "The Shaver Tapes"</strong></p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your order at </strong><a href="https://finandwheel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Fin and Wheel</strong></a> <strong>PROMO CODE: NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH HE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://familymystic.bandcamp.com/music" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>FAMILY MYSTIC</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.</p><p>We&nbsp;inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>We are so very excited to have Jennifer Hartswick as our guest on No Simple Road this week! Honestly, for the three of us, this is one of our favorite interviews to date! We talk with Jen about the energy and necessity of 'The Beacon Jams', the deep human need for live music, the importance of feeling and showing love, Jen's journey with Reiki, the moment Trey Anastasio asked here to be in his band, and a lot of laughter and fun.</p><br><p>Trumpeter and vocalist, Jennifer Hartswick is one of the most exciting performers in music today. She exudes confidence and joy and brings her own refreshing spirit to the stage every time she performs. Jennifer’s music is honest, soulful and comes with a maturity far beyond her years.</p><p>Hartswick is an original member of the Trey Anastasio Band and has recorded/shared the stage with Herbie Hancock, Phish, Christian McBride, Tom Petty, Aaron Neville, Carlos Santana, The Rolling Stones, Big Gigantic, Dave Matthews and countless others.</p><br><p>For tour dates, merch, and info head over to: <a href="https://www.jenniferhartswick.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.jenniferhartswick.com</a></p><br><p><strong>SONG AT THE BEGINNING OF THE EPISODE: "Do I Move You?" - from the album 'Nexus' released in 2018</strong></p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your order at </strong><a href="https://finandwheel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Fin and Wheel</strong></a> <strong>PROMO CODE: NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH HE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.circlesaroundthesun.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CIRCLES AROUND THE SUN</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.</p><p>We&nbsp;inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Get ready! This week we have Little Stranger as our guests on No Simple Road. We get into the timing of releasing the album 'Trip Around Saturn', having to play 4 hour gigs, why getting turned on to Phish make your bandmates angry, how the unique chemistry of Little Stranger has come to be and evolved, the way living together creates symbiosis, how they have been received in the jam scene, and way more fun than should be allowed. </p><br><p>Born and raised in Philly, crash landed in Charleston, Kevin and John Shields are breaking into previously uncharted waters with their quirky indie hip-hop group, Little Stranger. Between John’s melodic singer-songwriter magnetism, Kevin’s in-your-face delivery, and an overall undeniable groove, this duo is sure to get any audience up and moving. Stylistically reminiscent of Gorillaz and Odelay-era Beck, Little Stranger delivers a fresh take on melodic hip-hop. Every track brings the uniqueness and strangeness that their name implies.</p><br><p>For all things Little Stranger head over to: <a href="https://littlestrangermusic.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.littlestrangermusic.com</a></p><br><p><strong>SONG AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INTERVIEW: "Red Rover (feat. Jarv)" from 'Trip Around Saturn'</strong></p><p><strong>SONG AT THE END OF THE INTERVIEW: "Kev's Break" from 'Trip Around Saturn'</strong></p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your order at </strong><a href="https://finandwheel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Fin and Wheel</strong></a> <strong>PROMO CODE: NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH HE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.apollosuns.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>APOLLO SUNS</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.</p><p>We&nbsp;inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This week on No Simple Road we welcome Jeremy Schon of Pigeons Playing Ping Pong as our guest! Jeremy sits down with us to talk about the last couple of years and how their experience with all that has gone down helped to shape the new studio album 'Perspective', how becoming a Dad has altered his priorities, what musical moment changed his life forever, the unique way music festivals have changed his life, how creating a festival like Domefest has grown and morphed over the years, plus much more.</p><br><p>PPPP translates the joy of such realizations into the buoyant psychedelic funk odyssey of their sixth independent full-length album, the aptly titled <em>Perspective</em>. The Maryland quartet—Greg Ormont [vocals, guitar], Jeremy Schon [guitar, vocals], Ben [bass, vocals], and Alex <em>“Gator”</em> Petropulos [drums, vocals]—delivers a musically thrilling and emotionally endearing body of work propelled by sonic fireworks and chantable hooks. After piling up millions of streams and selling out countless shows, the musicians project their vision widescreen across the most expansive vista yet. Set to release April 8th, 2022!!!</p><br><p>For all pigeons info head to:<a href="https://www.pigeonsplayingpingpong.com/home" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> www.pigeonsplayingpingpong.com</a></p><p><strong>SONG AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INTERVIEW: "Sir Real" off the upcoming album 'Perspective'</strong></p><p><strong>SONG AT THE END OF THE INTERVIEW: "Avalanche" live from The Crystal Ballroom - Portland, OR. 3/18/22</strong></p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your order at </strong><a href="https://finandwheel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Fin and Wheel</strong></a> <strong>PROMO CODE: NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH HE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="http://newtribesounds.space/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>NEW TRIBE</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.</p><p>We&nbsp;inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Mike Rivard of Club D'Elf is our guest on No Simple Road this week! To the naked eye, Club d’Elf looks exactly like a world-class instrumental band: five or six fierce players laying down heavy grooves and exploratory solos on distinctive original material, as audience members dance or listen in rapt attention. To its fans, however, and its large and colorful cast of musicians, D’Elf is all that and much, much more. </p><br><p>That is what we got from Mike on this week's episode... much, much more! We get right down to business discussing Mike's struggles with depression, what he's done to help heal, creating the new album 'You Never Know' (coming out April 1st), the music of the Gnawa, trance states, learning the Sintir, and oh, so much more!</p><br><p>Club d’Elf began in 1998 at the Lizard as a kind of controlled jam session, featuring Rivard’s friends and associates from various bands. Out of the original D’Elf jam pool emerged a core group, usually augmented by one or two other players from a rotating cast. The core was eventually honed to its essentials: Rivard and drummer Erik Kerr, followed eight years later by drummer Dean Johnston.</p><p>For more on Club D'Elf go to <a href="https://clubdelf.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.clubdelf.com</a></p><p><strong>SONG AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INTERVIEW: "Zeed al Maal" of the upcoming album 'You Never Know'</strong></p><p><strong>SONG AT THE END OF THE INTERVIEW: "Dervish Dance" off the upcoming album 'You Never Know'</strong></p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Performed and Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your order at </strong><a href="https://finandwheel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Fin and Wheel</strong></a> <strong>PROMO CODE: NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH HE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="http://newtribesounds.space/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>NEW TRIBE</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.</p><p>We&nbsp;inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>We are extremely honored to have the legendary Melvin Seals as our guest on No Simple Road as part of our series leading up to Skull &amp; Roses Festival! Melvin is best known for his long friendship and musical partnership with cultural icon and guitarist Jerry Garcia and the smile that lights up the room. Melvin spun his magic with the Jerry Garcia Band for 18 years and in doing so helped to pioneer and define what has now become "Jam Band Music".</p><br><p>We sit down with Melvin and get into his early days playing in the Church, how his understanding and method of playing JGB music has changed over the years, what he told Jerry 3 separate times to no avail, how what leaves the heart finds the heart, what his view of the 'Jam Scene' is, and a whole lot more!</p><br><p>For upcoming shows, info, and more head over to: <a href="https://melvinseals.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.melvinseals.com</a></p><br><p>Remember to hang out after the conversation with Melvin to catch up with the No Simple Road crew!</p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Performed and Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your order at </strong><a href="https://finandwheel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Fin and Wheel</strong></a> <strong>PROMO CODE: NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH HE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://familymystic.bandcamp.com/album/home-in-your-heart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>FAMILY MYSTIC</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris is creating a community that connects people like you with podcasts and live experiences about artists and topics you love. To stay up to date on what we’re up to, visit our site and sign up for our newsletter. Osiris works in partnership with JamBase, which connects music fans with the music they love and empowers them to go see live music!</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This week we have something special for all of you! We are super excited to have Clare Naber and Chris Couch from The Beltane Music Festival as our guests on No Simple Road!</p><br><p>Beltane Music Festival is a grassroots local festival that has grown from humble beginnings in Clare's backyard to a yearly festival complete with camping, vending, and the most badass musicians the Pacific Northwest has to offer! We sit down with Clare and Chris to talk all about the journey from the yard to the forest, the meaning of Beltane, why this festival started in the first place, what it means to do things intentionally, how the growth of the festival has changed the scene, why a musician has to be good at throwing stuff at things, and a whole lot more!</p><br><p><strong>Beltane</strong> is taking place <strong>May 6th-8th in Scio, Oregon </strong>with performances from World's Finest, Polyrhythmics, Clinton Fearon, Highstep Society, Hillstomp, Outer Orbit, Band Of Comerados, Cytrus, Asher Fulero Band, Takimba, Rose Tinted, High Seagrass, Pretty Gritty, Ben Larson, DJPK, Pajama Jam, &amp; Josh Garner.</p><br><p><strong>Tickets are on sale now at </strong><a href="https://www.beltanemusicfestival.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>www.beltanemusicfestival.com</strong></a></p><br><p>Remember to hang out after the conversation with Chris &amp; Clare to catch up with the No Simple Road crew!</p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Performed and Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your order at </strong><a href="https://finandwheel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Fin and Wheel</strong></a> <strong>PROMO CODE: NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH HE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://familymystic.bandcamp.com/album/home-in-your-heart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>FAMILY MYSTIC</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris is creating a community that connects people like you with podcasts and live experiences about artists and topics you love. To stay up to date on what we’re up to, visit our site and sign up for our newsletter. Osiris works in partnership with JamBase, which connects music fans with the music they love and empowers them to go see live music!</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>We are extremely excited to have the one and only Jeff Mattson of Dark Star Orchestra as our guest on No Simple Road this week as part of our lead-up to Skull &amp; Roses Festival. Guitarist and songwriter Jeff Mattson is one of the Jam scene’s most lasting voices having taken over Long Island in&nbsp;<strong>The Volunteers</strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>The Zen Tricksters</strong>&nbsp;then rising to national prominence with&nbsp;<strong>The Donna Jean Godchaux Band</strong>.&nbsp;Mattson has also played with&nbsp;<strong>Phil Lesh &amp; Friends</strong>&nbsp;both before and after taking the lead guitar post at&nbsp;<strong>Dark Star Orchestra</strong>. </p><br><p>We sit down with Jeff and get right to it talking about the rigors of returning to the road, playing for parking lots, how he got the gig with Dark Star, the magick of Jerry Garcia and The Grateful Dead, Wooley Mammoths, psychedelic fun, and a whole lot more!</p><p><strong>SONG AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INTERVIEW: "Bird Song" - Dark Star Orchestra 11/22/17 Penn's Peak -Jim Thorpe, Pa.</strong></p><p>For more on Jeff: <a href="https://jeffmattson.net/home" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.jeffmattson.net</a></p><p>For Dark Star Orchestra tour info, news, merch and more head over to: <a href="https://www.darkstarorchestra.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.darkstarorchestra.net</a></p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Performed and Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your order at </strong><a href="https://finandwheel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Fin and Wheel</strong></a> <strong>PROMO CODE: NSR</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH OUR GRATITUDE AND THE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="http://www.andrewhendryx.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>ANDREW HENDRYX</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH OUR GRATITUDE AND THE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris is creating a community that connects people like you with podcasts and live experiences about artists and topics you love. To stay up to date on what we’re up to, visit our site and sign up for our newsletter. Osiris works in partnership with JamBase, which connects music fans with the music they love and empowers them to go see live music!</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>We couldn't be more stoked to have J.M (Jonathan) Hart as our guest on No Simple Road this week! Jonathan is a musician, Host of 'The Brokedown Podcast', Co-Host of 'Undermine', avid record collector, Father, Husband, and the reason No Simple Road teamed up with Osiris Media! That's a lot of hats right there and we get into talking about most of them! We talk all about creating and releasing his first ever album 'Sunken Road', how he juggles all of his responsibilities, how he began doing The Brokedown Podcast, and no conversation would be complete with a host of The Helping Friendly Podcast and Undermine without a deep dive into Phish plus a whole lot more!</p><br><p>Check out the rest of 'Sunken Road' on Bandcamp and make sure to subscribe to all of the amazing Osiris Media podcasts including Undermine!</p><br><p>Remember to hang out after the conversation with Jonathan to catch up with the No Simple Road crew!</p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Performed and Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your order at </strong><a href="https://finandwheel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Fin and Wheel</strong></a> <strong>PROMO CODE: NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH OUR GRATITUDE AND THE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://familymystic.bandcamp.com/album/home-in-your-heart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>FAMILY MYSTIC</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH OUR GRATITUDE AND THE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris is creating a community that connects people like you with podcasts and live experiences about artists and topics you love. To stay up to date on what we’re up to, visit our site and sign up for our newsletter. Osiris works in partnership with JamBase, which connects music fans with the music they love and empowers them to go see live music!</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>We are so excited to have the two creators of The Grateful Dead Tarot on No Simple Road this week! <strong>Elizabeth Jezorski </strong>is the mastermind behind Grateful Dead Tarot and the author of the guidebook. She dances through life sharing wisdom she pulls from the ancient arts of astrology, ceremony, and energy work. <strong>Erin Cadigan</strong> is the illustrator and product designer of Grateful Dead Tarot. She is a life long deadhead, occultist and creative soul constantly redefining her path through this lifetime.</p><br><p>We sit down with Erin &amp; Liz and talk about how this incredible deck came to life, how even though they have never met in person there is still an undeniable energetic connection between them, why The Grateful Dead and their music make the perfect framework for a tarot deck, how the energy that has been poured into the imagery of the Dead helped shape the deck, and a whole ton more!</p><br><p>To purchase The Grateful Dead Tarot, sign up for one of their many workshops, and to just find out more head over to <a href="https://www.gratefuldeadtarot.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.gratefuldeadtarot.com</a></p><br><p>Remember to hang out after the conversation with Liz &amp; Erin to catch up with the No Simple Road crew!</p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Performed and Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><em>INTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH OUR GRATITUDE AND THE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="http://www.andrewhendryx.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>ANDREW HENDRYX</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH OUR GRATITUDE AND THE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris is creating a community that connects people like you with podcasts and live experiences about artists and topics you love. To stay up to date on what we’re up to, visit our site and sign up for our newsletter. Osiris works in partnership with JamBase, which connects music fans with the music they love and empowers them to go see live music!</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This week's guest on No Simple Road is the one and only Ken Babbs and we couldn't be more honored! Ken is one of the original band of Merry Pranksters who, along with best friend Ken Kesey, became some of the psychedelic leaders of the 1960's and hosted The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Tests. Without the psychedelic foundation that they created No Simple Road simply would not exist!</p><br><p>Ken stops by to talk with us about his new book 'Cronies: Adventures with Ken Kesey, Neal Cassidy, The Merry Pranksters and The Grateful Dead', traveling across the country with The Merry Pranksters, not remembering the 60's, how to stay positive, and a whole lot more. </p><br><p>Remember to hang out after the conversation with Ken to catch up with the No Simple Road crew!</p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Performed and Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>For 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://www.gradyscoldbrew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Grady's Cold Brew</strong></a><strong> </strong>PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><br><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><em>INTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH OUR GRATITUDE AND THE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.circlesaroundthesun.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CIRCLES AROUND THE SUN</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH OUR GRATITUDE AND THE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris is creating a community that connects people like you with podcasts and live experiences about artists and topics you love. To stay up to date on what we’re up to, visit our site and sign up for our newsletter. Osiris works in partnership with JamBase, which connects music fans with the music they love and empowers them to go see live music!</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>We're super excited this week to have all the guys from Spunj as our guests on No Simple Road! Spunj is a high energy, multi-genre four-piece based out of Eugene, Oregon. Using their diverse musical backgrounds and tastes, Spunj sets to make their live shows not just a musical performance, but an experience. The band incorporates classic songwriting with sections of improvisation to seamlessly weave from genre to genre while keeping the energy high and always danceable. Since 2019, the band has toured the Pacific Northwest relentlessly growing from playing bars and college parties to playing established and respectable venues and festivals and opening for major jam acts such as Cycles, Universe Peoples, Dubtonic Kru and Twiddle.</p><p>We hang out and talk about how the band has come together and morphed over the years, the Pacific Northwest jam scene, how it feels to be up-and-coming, the influences that have created their unique sound, creating their soon-to-be-released string of singles, and so much more!</p><p>Head over to www.spunjmusic.com for tour info, merch, music, and more!</p><p><strong>SONG AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INTERVIEW: 'Sanity' - Single</strong></p><br><p>Remember to hang out after the conversation with Spunj to catch up with the No Simple Road crew!</p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Performed and Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong>FOR 10% off your first month of Better Help </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&amp;transaction_id=1029954caa9dc061b1a9081b661d5b&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=281&amp;utm_medium=Desktop&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=nosimpleroad&amp;not_found=1&amp;gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong></a></p><br><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH OUR GRATITUDE AND THE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://familymystic.bandcamp.com/album/home-in-your-heart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>FAMILY MYSTIC</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH OUR GRATITUDE AND THE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris is creating a community that connects people like you with podcasts and live experiences about artists and topics you love. To stay up to date on what we’re up to, visit our site and sign up for our newsletter. Osiris works in partnership with JamBase, which connects music fans with the music they love and empowers them to go see live music!</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>No Simple Road is stoked to have Mojohand returning to the show this week! Mojohand's modern take on Cosmic American Music blends together the Folk, Country, Blues, and Improvisation infused Rock n Roll of the late 60's and early 70's with the Neo-Psychedelic sounds of today.&nbsp;We hang out and talk all about the new album 'Songbook', everything that they have gone through in the past couple of years, how their community has thrived and grown, what the future has in store for them, and a whole lot more!</p><p>For tour info and more head over to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Mojohandjamband/about/?ref=page_internal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">their Facebook page</a> and follow them on both FB and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mojohand.music/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">IG</a></p><p><strong>SONG AT THE BEGINNING OF THE EPISODE: "Here's To Hoping" off of the album 'Songbook'</strong></p><p><strong>SONG AT THE END OF THE INTERVIEW: "Why Oh Why" off of the album 'Songbook'</strong></p><br><p>Remember to hang out after the conversation with Mojohand to catch up with the No Simple Road crew!</p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Performed and Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH OUR GRATITUDE AND THE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://familymystic.bandcamp.com/album/home-in-your-heart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>FAMILY MYSTIC</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH OUR GRATITUDE AND THE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris is creating a community that connects people like you with podcasts and live experiences about artists and topics you love. To stay up to date on what we’re up to, visit our site and sign up for our newsletter. Osiris works in partnership with JamBase, which connects music fans with the music they love and empowers them to go see live music!</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>We are super excited to have Dogs In A Pile as our guests on No Simple Road this week. Dogs in a Pile is the culmination of a love of music born from the deepest American roots of psychedelia, jazz, fusion, funk, traditional, and rock &amp; roll. Sprung from the rich Asbury Park music scene in New Jersey, their serendipitous convergence has made for the kind of kindred intuition its members had only once dreamed of. Described as “listening to a single moving organism,” the sum of its five parts represents an original journey into the peaks and valleys of psychedelic improvisation, all while remaining reminiscent of so much we love of life and music.</p><p>We catch up with the Dogs to talk about their upcoming tour of the Eastern part of the US, creating 'Not Your Average Beagle', realizing that you are doing what you always dreamed of, the responsibility of carrying the future of the jam scene, why responsibility is so damn hard to master, and a whole lot more!</p><br><p>For tour info, merch, music, and more head over to <a href="https://www.dogsinapileofficial.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.dogsinapileofficial.com</a></p><p><strong>SONG AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INTERVIEW: '<em>Look Johnny' </em>off the "Not Your Average Beagle"</strong></p><p><strong>SONG AT THE END OF THE INTERVIEW: '1/22/22 Cats Under The Stars&gt;Tillie' from the </strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/DogsInAPile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Dogs In A Pile YouTube Channel</strong></a></p><br><p>Remember to hang out after the conversation with Dogs In A Pile to catch up with the No Simple Road crew!</p><br><p><strong>NEW!!! No Simple Road Intro Music Performed and Created By </strong><a href="https://www.escapermusic.com/the-band" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ESCAPER</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> from <a href="https://shoptourbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Tour Bus</a> Use The PROMO CODE: <strong>nosimpleroad</strong></p><p><strong>For 20% off </strong><a href="https://sunsetlakecbd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunset Lake CBD</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR20 </strong></p><p><strong>For 25% off</strong> <a href="https://www.electricfishlights.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electric Fish Lights</a> PROMO CODE: <strong>NSR</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><em>OTHER MUSIC BY AND USED WITH OUR GRATITUDE AND THE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.circlesaroundthesun.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CIRCLES AROUND THE SUN</em></strong></a></p><p><strong><em>OUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH OUR GRATITUDE AND THE PERMISSION OF:</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://chilldrenofindigo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>CHILLDREN OF INDIGO</em></strong></a></p><br><p>No Simple Road is part of <a href="https://www.osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>OSIRIS MEDIA</strong></a>. Osiris is creating a community that connects people like you with podcasts and live experiences about artists and topics you love. To stay up to date on what we’re up to, visit our site and sign up for our newsletter. Osiris works in partnership with JamBase, which connects music fans with the music they love and empowers them to go see live music!</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad">http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad</a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

We're extremely excited to have Reed Mathis as our guest on No Simple Road this week! After cutting his teeth in Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey and Tea Leaf Green, bassist extraordinaire Reed Mathis established himself in the Grateful Dead world with mem...