Host J.D. Reager talks to Memphis musician and journalist Alex Greene about the results of the presidential election, the writing job they both wanted but Alex ultimately got, working on … Continue Reading New episode: Banking on Disaster with Alex Greene (Reigning Sound, Rolling Head Orchestra, Memphis Flyer)
Just in time for this November’s “Bandcamp Friday,” we present two hot new (actually, old – but previously unreleased!) singles from Back to the Light Records. The first is “Toy … Continue Reading New singles: J.D. Reager & Two Way Radio
As October comes to a close and we all brace ourselves for next week, Team BTTL is proud to announce the addition of a new music podcast, The Kudzu Conservationist … Continue Reading New podcast and new merch!
Host J.D. Reager talks to returning guest Dr. Aaron Sayers, PhD Psychologist and practicing therapist, about techniques for dealing with the stress, anxiety and fear associated with the coming election … Continue Reading New episode: Election Anxiety SuperShow with Aaron Sayers and Katrina Coleman
Host J.D. Reager plays the new single, “Glory Line,” off of Memphis musician William Luke White‘s new self-titled solo EP before talking to his old friend about the new record, … Continue Reading New episode: Glory Line with William Luke White (Snowglobe, The Coach and Four, Spiral Stairs)
Host J.D. Reager talks to Jared “Jay B” Boyd about his high-profile gigs at WYXR 91.7 FM, the Daily Memphian and Beale St. Caravan, and the career journey that eventually … Continue Reading New episode: Developing the Voice with Jared “Jay B” Boyd (WYXR, Daily Memphian, Beale St. Caravan) and Ben Crowell (Sheet Ghosts, Glassworks Coffee)
Back to the Light founder J.D. Reager recently appeared on the Tourror Stories podcast to talk about some of his most memorable experiences on the road and more. It’s a … Continue Reading J.D. guests on the Tourror Stories podcast
Unfortunately, due to to technical difficulties the Back to the Light podcast has been postponed this week. . . but fear not, the Shangri-La Records Podcast is here a few … Continue Reading New episode: Mark Edgar Stuart on the Shangri-La Records Podcast
Host J.D. Reager talks to Memphis Chef Kelly English, the man behind Restaurant Iris, The Second Line, and Magnolia House (Biloxi, MS) as well as the new owner of Fino’s … Continue Reading New episode: Big Stupid Steak with Kelly English (Restaurant Iris, The Second Line)
New full-length out in November! Get excited! (Or take a rest, as this song suggests.)
Host J.D. Reager talks to his friend, neighbor and Chicago musician/artist John Forbes about his many musical projects, including Phantom 309, Dirt, Mount Shasta and Tijuana Hercules. Along the way … Continue Reading New episode: Hands Down with John Forbes (Mount Shasta, Tijuana Hercules)
Host J.D. Reager briefly touches on some good things going on for Back to the Light before playing the title track off of Rev. John Wilkins’ new release for Goner … Continue Reading New episode: Gonerfest 17 Spectacular with Eric Friedl (Goner, Oblivians, True Sons of Thunder)
Back to the Light is proud to be producing two NEW podcasts in addition to the flagship show, please welcome them to the family. Host and Shangri-La Records alum J.D. … Continue Reading New podcasts: The Shangri-La Records Podcast and The Jack Alberson SongStory
Host J.D. Reager debuts “the Sunken Road,” a single by Heeliocopter – which is new band featuring himself and Chicago musician Sean Rowader. After the song, J.D. talks to Sean … Continue Reading New episode: The Heeliocopter Episode with Sean Rowader (Badge 212, General Joystick, F.A. Naes)
Host J.D. Reager debuts a previously unreleased recording of the Memphis and Los Angeles-based ’80s punk band the Modifiers featuring the rhythm section of the legendary L.A. new wave group … Continue Reading New episode: Modifiers Chronicles 2 with Chuck Roast (Suburban Lawns)
Host J.D. Reager speaks to one of his all-time favorite people, Mr. Ross Johnson, about his richly lived life in the music business. They discuss his work with Alex Chilton, … Continue Reading New episode: Horrible With Purpose with Ross Johnson (Panther Burns, Alex Chilton)