UNREHEARSED with Joanna Basile

Recorded last year, the episode still holds up, although Cankar Creative has really taken off. JB and Cankar talk about how she navigated her career to get where she is now - growing her own experiential marketing team, still turning bands into brands. Show Notes: Go check out DoStuff in your city. Learn more about Chicago lore JBTV & Jerry Bryant. I’ve talked about Greg Corner a few times now and probably just need him on the show. And last but not least go check out Cankar Creative. Sound Wizard: Kyle J. Ross. Intro song: End of Beginning by DePaul University alumnus Djo. Producer's Note: There are in fact many artists that have gotten a kickstart from TikTok: Lil Nas X, Olivia Rodrigo, and Zach Bryant (mentioned in the episode), just to name a few. I heard the old A&R model may make a comeback, but it's likely to remain a combination of old-school intuition and digital tools including social media and data. General ticket prices for shows are now $75-250, unless it’s Taylor Swift. According to Business Insider, the average resale ticket price for ONE ticket for the North American leg of the Eras tour was $3801. Really, Tay? Data shows nearly 83% of independent artists are not making money touring in 2025 due to high operating costs, complex visa rules, and increasing inflation. Global independent artists cannot afford to tour beyond their local area. While major artists are still earning significantly, the touring landscape has become financially challenging for the majority of musicians - especially mid-level artists, indie or not. Summer of this past year was being called The Great American Tour Cancellation. Financial and political reasons have been cited. Low ticket sales and canceled visas. Invest that $7602 in seeing more of your favorite bands. Support your local artists and venues. - JB Support the show Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram, and check out the website for credentials and more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a text Basile and entrepreneur Sarin Kuruvilla (aka DEQR) decipher the current state of indie music, old-school A&R and the magic of development. Focusing on the why of the project or brand creates an understanding of the deeper motivations or reasons behind something. The key to solving a problem, gaining insight and even success lies in exploring the "why" rather than just the surface details. And never forget, you ARE an artist. Align yourself with the people that believe in magic... Sound Wizard: Kyle J. Ross Support the show Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram, and check out the website for credentials and more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. Join Basile and Black Shag's Tommy Daley for his first ever podcast! Discover Tommy's inspiring journey from glam rocker and record intern to Nashville entrepreneur and leader in vintage fashion. Listen as he shares tales from the '90s Sunset Strip music scene, the famed Melrose Avenue, his rise at the iconic Capitol Records and the road to redemption. Go check out all that is Black Shag Vintage. And make sure you follow their magnetic Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. When in Nashville, Black Shag is a must-visit destination. The flagship store is housed in historic fire station no. 18 at 1220 Gallatin Ave in East Nashville. The new location can be found in Marathon Village. Producer's Note: Special special thanks to Kyle Ross for his wizardry on summed stems. GTS. (Google that shit.) Holding Tommy to his promise to record a part two so we can hear the behind-the-scenes of the shop's success and perhaps some sordid styling stories. JB Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. Ever hear of Ice Bath Sundays? Well neither did we until Dr. Charlie exposed us. Here is the next episode of Unrehearsed with Dr. Charlie aka the Musician's Physician. Immediately following a communal ice bath, the freshly frozen pair discuss the difference between ice baths, cryotherapy, and cocaine as well as our innate need for community. Basile and Dr. Charlie Kautz also explore the recent cicada phenomenon. Thank you to the very talented Jeremy Lister for hosting the host and our favorite podcast guest in the backyard. Special thanks to Mixing Engineer/Sound Wizard Kyle J. Ross. Producer’s Notes: There are 3,000 species of cicadas found around the world, and only nine of them are periodical. Seven of the periodical ones — all part of a genus known as Magicicada — only inhabit the eastern US. Check out the Wim Hof method breathing exercises. It’s pretty rad. Restore Hyper Wellness is the cryo studio in Music Row/Nashville. I have yet to ice bath again… JB Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. Discover if it's storytelling or shit talking with storied percussionist Jackie Bertone on the latest episode of Unrehearsed. Basile and Bertone go back over 30 years and have had plenty of shared, eyebrow-raising moments in the studio. Hear them chronicle their experiences with Brian Wilson and The Beach Boys as well as Jackie's escapades on his growing and impressive podcast, Jackie's Groove. Let's raise a glass for Melinda, Carl and... Joe Thomas. Producer's Note: Jackie's Groove can be found on all the same platforms as Unrehearsed. Go follow, like and listen. Special thanks to Kyle Ross, Sound Wizard. Even my life is better with your ears on it. Go check out Stars and Stripes Vol. 1. What an adventure. JB Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. He's more than just a pretty voice. Hear Basile and the Voice's Thunderstorm Artis talk about the ins and outs of navigating both the music business and life as a hot new artist. They touch on his rich family history, his budding new family and staying true to oneself. To all music folk, you can catch Thunder at the NAMM Show this week Thursday. Check out his latest singles and more on Apple Music. Special thanks to sound wizard Kyle J. Ross. Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. We have no explanation for the hiatus. However, this episode couldn't be more timely. Your favorite band KISS just left the stage for good, and our next guest once toured with both Gene Simmons and Ace Frehley. If you don't know him already, meet our favorite guitar player and good sport Philip Shouse. Current guitarist for Accept and Rodney Atkins. And founding member of Thee Rock N' Roll Residency. Thank you allowing me to bust your balls. A huge round of applause for Kyle J. Ross, Sound Wizard. Producers Notes: Philip is now teaching guitar at W.O. Smith Music School. Get the Philip Shouse Signature Strap at Fairfield Guitar Co. And donate to W.O. Smith Music School. Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Unrehearsed, the interviewer gets interviewed! Catch the conversation with JRod Concert's Jamie Rodriguez. Basile and Rodriguez get you ready for not only festival season but for your first float. They touch on self care and trip on spirituality while giving props to all the good, talented friends they are grateful to work with and know. Check out the JRod Concerts podcast. And follow Rodriguez on Instagram to see upcoming events with the artists he loves. Intro song: Nashville by Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors Outro: The Abyss and... Float On by Modest Mouse Special thank you to sound wizard Kyle J. Ross who belongs mixing everyone's podcast and more importantly, their music. Producers note: If you want to check out an infrared sauna or a float, I love the folks at Float Horizen in East Nashville. And so I get it right, Jeff Tweedy says in his book Let's Go (So We Can Get Back), "I think that artist create in spite of suffering, not because of suffering. I just don't buy it. Everyone suffers by degrees and I believe everyone has the capacity to create... At the very least, one's suffering must be fairly manageable to even contemplate art." Well said. Now go create! JB Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. We are happy to introduce The Finetune Clinic and Dr. Shayan Ghaffari to the Unrehearsed family. Hear singer/musician Emily Justin and Dr. Charlie talk about her experience on the table. Then you get to meet the newest edition to the clinic, Dr. G, as he explains fascial manipulation. You can find the Philip Shouse signature guitar strap at Fairfield Guitar Co. Check out the Saturday market and Weak Coffee at Nelson Drum Shop in East Nashville. Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. Who wants to hear the very first recorded episode of Unrehearsed! Listen in as Basile and rock artist Kii Arens chew on everything from the new age of art to dating. Of course we can't not talk about Prince. And all on the year anniversary of the pandemic. Check out Kii's site and follow him on Instagram. Or better yet, go visit LA-LA LAND Gallery in Hollywood 6450 Santa Monica Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90038. A huge thank you to sound wizard Kyle J. Ross for salvaging the found files. And engineer Joe Nichols for helping us set up the gear. Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. Tune in to another episode with ball-buster Basile and the legendary Lonn Friend as the UCLA alumni cover everything from meditation to Metallica. Hear about Lonn's favorite RIP parties, including the last GNR club show. And what does the celebrated writer and editor say about Emily Justin's first... Rock 'n' roll isn't dead yet. Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. Basile and Grimey discuss developing bands on the come up. Learn how Nashville gems the Beast, OG Basement and Grimey's came to be. A tornado and a pandemic later, the Beast lives on. But the question remains, did Bobby kick Grimey out of the band.... This one is for all the new faces at New Faces Night. And anyone affected by the Nashville tornado on March 3, 2020. *Be Here Now is a title by Ram Dass. Special thanks to sound wizard Kyle J. Ross. Intro song: You Blew Me Off by Bare Jr. Outro song: Optimistic Voices with Mgm Studio Orchestra, The Debutantes and The Rhythemettes Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. After a long hiatus, Unrehearsed is back! Long-time friend, composer and Godfather of Autotune Mat Morse joins Basile for a trip down memory lane. Hear these two knuckleheads talk shop, taking us back to his days playing with Ray Charles and his early adoption of the Jaco Pastorius method. Morse lets us in on his clairvoyance, while Basile admits to smelling things. As Morse says, "Take care of yourself." Sound Wizard: Kyle J. Ross Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. Basile has a long overdue chat with frontman, lead guitarist and Rolling Stone contributor Andrew Leahey. Hear these two speak off the cuff on how to be a great Page to the Plant, the Nashville tornado and Leahey's brain tumor experience. If you are a touring musician living in Nashville and you are looking for free mental health care and support, contact Porter's Call. Other resources include MusiCares and Music Health Alliance. Episode playlist on Spotify. Be sure to check out Andrew Leahey & the Homestead. Sound wizard as usual is the incomparable Kyle Ross. Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. Unrehearsed goes back on the road to Chicago in celebration of Lollapalooza. We connect with Sound Nutrition's Emmaline Rasmussen, who is revolutionizing touring though integrative nutrition and overall wellness. She gives us insight on pre-performance, both on stage and yes, in the bedroom. Let's not forget the discussion on androgyny and dating. And again, erections. Check out Sound Nutrition on Instagram and Twitter. Episode playlist on Spotify. Sound Wizard is the incomparable Kyle Ross. Special thanks to Audiotree and Rick Fritz. And Brian Garza. Producer's Note: Lollapalooza was a blast. Loved seeing all of you. Green Day at Metro was the cherry on top. Chicago, you still and will always have my heart. JB Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. Basile has a very unrehearsed chat with bff and founding member of the Circle Jerks, Greg Hetson. Despite being a Kings fan, Hetson has some great insight on playing & staying sober and the resurgence of punk rock. He might even get a little teary eyed. Punk isn't dead, and neither are we. Sound Wizard: Kyle J. Ross Catch Circle Jerks on a stage near you. You won't regret it. And do not miss Punk Rock Karaoke. Then petition Hetson to let me sing a Cheap Trick song. Here's a plug for the POWERVIOLETS. You deserve it. I love this Nickleback cover. Episode Playlist: Greg Hetson on Spotify. Producer's Note: This episode wouldn't have been possible without MusiCares. Donate now. If you are in the music business and need help, they can help you. Or reach out and we will show you the way. - JB Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, Basile spends time with country/soul breakout artist Lou Ridley. Listen to the ladies get riled while discussing the social issues they are both passionate about: the unhoused and those suffering from substance use disorder. Ridley hasn't broken out merely because of the attention her new song has gotten, but because she is breaking conventions and bridging gaps. She advocates for human rights on platforms such as Soft White Underbelly and Tik Tok. Check out her first release as a signed artist, Bless Your Heart. (Do yourself a favor and listen to all her music.) And stay tuned for the track's moving and controversial video. You may even catch a glimpse of someone you know... In the meantime, find ways to help neighbors in need in your local communities. Here is a list of resources for you or someone that needs your assistance: Homeless Shelters Directory - Directory for shelters and social services in the US Room In The Inn - Support services, education & workforce development, recuperative care and housing for those that call the streets of Nashville home The Contributor - Award-winning newspaper sold with dignity by our neighbors in Nashville with a goal of safe housing Streetwise - Chicago's 30-year-old newspaper that elevates marginalized voices and provides opportunities for individuals to earn an income with dignity and rise out of crisis Planned Parenthood - Non-profit that provides vital reproductive health care, sex education and information to millions of people worldwide Patrick Cady Foundation - Foundation dedicated to helping under-supported young adults struggling with chemical dependency and other life-challenging transitions by providing access to treatment, housing and vocational services SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) - Substance use disorder & behavioral/mental health treatment locators and helplines/lifelines for the afflicted, their loved ones and clinicians 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - 24/7, free & confidential support for people in distress, prevention & crisis resources for you or your loved ones and best practices for professionals in the US Find A Helpline - International, free and confidential support from a real person over the phone, text or online chat Hope on the Row - Connecting Nashville’s music community with opportunities to help their unhoused neighbors Sound Wizard: Kyle J. Ross Opening track: Delivered Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. Basile finally gets it, and talks long-haul COVID and cellular fatigue with our regular and revered guest Dr. Charlie. Learn about effective supplementation and what we can do pre, during and post-infection to help our exhausted cells. Intro is Peach by one of Nashville's gems Jive Talk. Trust us and catch them on one of their upcoming tour dates if you get the chance: https://www.jivetalkband.com/tour. Outro is Bug by Phish because... well, we are warming up to it. The always incomparable Sound Wizard is Kyle Ross. Our new favorite thing is NutriDyn Fruits & Greens. It's what everyone is getting for their birthday. It's about time you book a session with Dr. Charlie Kautz, Musician's Physician. You can email him any questions in the meantime at musiciansphysician@gmail.com. We don't talk reads or films and barely touch on music. But this episode is important, so share it with the people you love. - JB Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. In celebration of the upcoming reissue of Balls, Basile casually converses with her friend, the legendary Elizabeth Cook. Listen as Liz talks about everything from her film debut to female empowerment - and how she made it here. Because sometimes it take more than balls to be a woman. Episode playlist on Spotify. The 15th anniversary edition of Balls is due out on June 24th. For more info, including tour dates check out elizabeth-cook.com. Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.

Send us a Text Message. Straight from songwriting central, Basile shoots the breeze with Monet Maddux about writing songs and the power of surrender. Be sure to check out the Georgia Music Foundation. They believe it's important to document our musical heritage, to champion live music and to ensure opportunities for all students to experience and make music. Episode playlist on Spotify. What came first, the music or the misery? Support the Show. Follow, rate and share if you dig the podcast. Follow Basile's antics on Instagram and Twitter, and check out the website for even more. In the meantime, take care of one another.