Host J.D. Reager hangs out with musician Jeremy Scott and his bandmates in The Drip Edges – Graham Burks, Mitchell Manley and Noel Clark – at the band’s rehearsal studio in Memphis.
Host J.D. Reager talks with author and musician Russ Thompson at his home in Memphis. They chat about the recent holidays and forecast the new year before diving into a deep discussion about Russ’ latest book, The Loop Breaker: Secrets of the Falls.
Host J.D. Reager talks with two fine musicians and friends, Jeff Hulett and Dirk Kitterlin. First, Jeff and J.D. discuss the recent U.S. election, Jeff’s new LP Little Windows, and maintaining a positive outlook. Then, Dirk taps in to chat about his new album Tempus Novare, synth collecting, and his day job teaching music. This episode is available via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, Amazon Music and
J.D. Reager hosts another star-studded Not Too Late Night Talk Show in front of a live audience at the Memphis Listening Lab. Tylon Monger discusses his comedy career and dating life, Cheyenne Marrs performs the song “Fortune” from his new LP Everybody Wants to Go Home, and Allison McArthur challenges Katrina Coleman to a one-round You Look Like battle. This
Host J.D. Reager talks with returning guest Eric Friedl on location at Goner Records in Memphis, TN. They discuss Gonerfest 21‘s line-up and planning process in-depth, and also touch on the evolution of the festival, Eric’s recent trip to Canada, his musical endeavors, and more. This episode is available via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, Amazon Music and the Back to the Light YouTube channel. Gonerfest 21 takes
Host J.D. Reager talks with filmmaker Morgan Jon Fox, whose new film The Hobby is now streaming for free on Amazon Prime. They discuss the Memphis film community, the benefits of living in Chicago, working with Craig Brewer and Jemaine Clement, and the trading card boom that inspired The Hobby. This episode is available via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, Amazon Music and the Back to the Light
Host J.D. Reager sits down with The Subteens (Mark Akin, Jay Hines and John Bonds) and special guests Jacob Church, Mike McCarthy and Chris Davis to celebrate the 25th anniversary reissue of the band’s classic album Burn Your Cardigan. They discuss the band’s history, the album’s original creation, the remastering process and more in front of a live audience at
Host J.D. Reager talks to musician Chris Milam about his new release Orchid South in front of a live audience at the Memphis Listening Lab. Chris also performs two songs from the album: “Cut Myself Shaving” and “Song of the Summer.” This episode of the Back to the Light podcast is available via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, Amazon Music and everywhere finer podcasts are distributed.
Host J.D. Reager talks to musician and entrepreneur Harry Koniditsiotis on location at 901 Toys (Midtown) – while Harry works behind the counter! They discuss Harry’s journey in the comic books and toys business, a few of his recent musical projects, and the upcoming Midtown Con at Black Lodge in Memphis on April 27th. They also check out a customer!
Host J.D. Reager talks with audio engineer and content creator Steve Mayer upstairs at Shangri-La Records. They discuss Steve’s journey from Illinois to Memphis, his work as a live engineer, and the inspiration behind his current project The Merrycrest Sessions. Steve also shares Merrycrest Session performances from Memphis artists Seize and Desist and One Strange Bird. Support The Merrycrest Sessions