Load-In Through The Back
Hosted by singer/songwriter Troy Millette and Paul Varricchione of the “No Thought Required” and “Nights of the Round Table” podcasts, “Load-In Through the Back” is a music podcast with personality. An interview show that emphasizes human connection and camaraderie with a focus on the art of touring, recording, and generally enjoying music. Visit our official website, LoadInPodcast.com, and follow us @LoadInPodcast on Facebook / Instagram / X (Twitter) / Threads. Leave us a comment and a rating wherever you consume podcasts. Need to contact us directly? LoadInThroughTheBack@gmail.com.
Episodes
Our guest on Season 02, Episode 39 of “Load-In Through the Back” is Chris Vos, the rootsy lead vocalist and guitarist of blues rockers The Record Company.
The band burst onto the national scene with their 2016 debut “Give it Back to You” and have since released four full-length albums and been named an “Artist You Need to Know” by Rolling Stone Magazine. They have toured extensively with the likes of John Mayer, B.B. King, Social Di...
Say “so long” to Astoria, and “hello” to Kristopher Roe of the Ataris on Season 02, Episode 38 of “Load-In Through the Back”!
The Indiana rockers 2003 album “So Long, Astoria” is widely regarded as one of pop punk’s best, and has been Certified Gold by the RIAA on the back of the hit singles “In This Diary” and their immensely popular Don Henley cover “Boys of Summer.”
Kristopher joins us to talk about life on the road, his creative ...
Our guest today is one of the most iconic rock and roll pianists of all time– and if you don’t believe us, you can take it up with Elton John or Jimmy Page. We’re talking about Bill Payne, co-founder of the legendary group Little Feat.
Born from the rubble of Frank Zappa’s esteemed Mothers of Invention backing band, Los Angeles’ Little Feat formed in 1969 and quickly rose to cultural and critical prominence on the back of energetic,...
Reid Parsons is a Vermont singer/songwriter poised for national success following the release of her debut LP “Back to Back.” She is also our guest on Season 02, Episode 36 of “Load-In Through the Back!”
Reid joins us to discuss her creative process, hanging 100-yards of clothesline to sling merch, and provides insight on how to avoid the dreaded “load-in.”
Follow @ReidParsonsMusic and visit ReidParsons.com to purchase the al...
Today’s guest is deserving of all their flowers– maybe that’s why they were left holding all the roses. We chat with Charlie Starr of Atlanta-based country-rockers Blackberry Smoke on Season 02, Episode 35 of “Load-In Through the Back!”
Since forming in 2000, Blackberry Smoke have earned a reputation as one of the hardest working acts in the country with their relentless touring schedule and self-made hits. Their fourth album, “Hold...
Our guest on Season 02, Episode 34 of “Load-In Through the Back” is Jonathon Linaberry, the singer/songwriter behind indie rock outfit The Bones of J.R. Jones.
Jonathon joins us to discuss the upcoming record and subsequent tour, his creative process, maintaining a pristine mustache, touring as an independent artist, being turned off by the Eagles (we forgive him), and so much more.
The headlining “Radio Waves” tour begins June 10t...
Today’s guest is still a gorilla… and by that, we mean he is still an absolute pillar and creative force in the world of rock and roll music nearly 35 years into his career. We’re talking to Chris Barron of Spin Doctors on Season 02, Episode 33 of “Load-In Through the Back”!
Their iconic debut record “Pocketful of Kryptonite” is RIAA certified 5x platinum, and features the massive radio hits “Two Princes” and “Little Miss Can’t Be W...
Our guest today is one of the most unique and intriguing young voices in indie folk: Jack Van Cleaf.
On the heels of tours with Briston Maroney and Noah Kahan, as well as a studio collaboration with country megastar Zach Bryan, Jack’s latest full-length album releases May 9th, 2025 via Dualtone Records.
“JVC” is the follow-up to his hyper-successful 2022 debut “Fruit from the Trees,” which featured the breakout hit “Rattlesnake....
Season 02, Episode 31 brings us a conversation with Stacey, Her, and Jane– wait, that’s not their names. Let’s try again– today we chat with Katie and Jules of the Ting Tings!
Their 2008 debut album “We Started Nothing” spawned massive radio hits with “Shut Up and Let Me Go” and “That’s Not My Name.” Now residing in Ibiza, Katie and Jules are about to release their first new album in six years entitled “Home.” This collection of son...
On Season 02, Episode 30 we have our first return guest: the incredible John Ondrasik of Five for Fighting!
Five for Fighting is the multi-platinum selling moniker of singer/songwriter John Ondrasik, who on the back of hits like “Superman,” “100 Years,” “Chances,” “The Riddle,” and “Easy Tonight,” has become one of the most renowned balladers of the past 25 years.
John joins us to preview the upcoming String Quartet tour, a full-ban...
We’re getting a lesson in romantics on today’s episode with Derek Sanders from Mayday Parade.
Since their formation in 2005, Mayday Parade has become one of the best-selling and well-recognized emo bands of all-time. Their debut album “A Lesson in Romantics” is certified gold, and the lead single, “Jamie All Over,” has been named on the list of 100 Best Pop-Punk Songs of all time by Rock Sound. The band is celebrating their 20th ann...
Our guests on Season 02, Episode 28 are frivolous with their hearts. They watch them bend ‘til they break, then they pick up the parts… They are the Ballroom Thieves.
Frontman Martin Earley joins us to discuss the evolution of the Ballroom Thieves’ sound, the college circuit, being involved in a a 180 car pile-up on tour, DJ BoBo, the Backstreet Boys, and to defend his stance on the “Wolf in the Doorway” track “Archers”-- which Troy...
Our guest today is renowned blues-guitarist, singer/songwriter, and all around good-guy Seth Walker.
Seth joins us to discuss his latest record, “Why the Worry?” released April 4th, 2025, as well as his upbringing by musical parents, the Suzuki method, how place can fuel a song, and so much more.
Seth recently embarked on a summer-long tour in support of “Why the Worry?” which will take him across the United States through the summer...
Season 02, Episode 26 reaches cruisin’ altitude with Umphrey’s McGee!
Since their formation at the University of Notre Dame in 1997, Umphrey’s McGee has become one of the most prolific and well-respected jam bands of all time. Equal parts rock, prog, metal, and psychedelic, the band has played over 2,500 shows and amassed more than 300,000,000 streams on Spotify alone.
Keyboardist Joel Cummins joins us to discuss the UMBowl at the R...
We are doing anything but settling for today’s guests: Robbie Wulphsohn and Sampson Hellerman of alternative pop rockers Ripe.
Since forming in 2011, the Berklee School of Music graduates have made a name for themselves on the back of AAA radio hits such as 2023’s “Settling,” and chronic touring alongside esteemed acts such as DISPATCH, O.A.R., Jason Mraz, and Michael Franti.
Ripe recently released their new single “Try Not to Look”...
Cat Ridgeway is our new best friend… well, she was until she sassed us. Now we like her more.
Cutting her teeth on van tours with her band the Tourists, and at apres ski gigs across the United States, the Florida singer/songwriter is poised for national success with her upcoming record, “Sprinter,” out March 28th.
Equal parts sensitive songwriter and ferocious punk rocker, Cat’s unique blend of the sentimental and the stentorian hav...
WE ARE HOSTING A LIVE SHOW!
Join us for a concert and conversation with Wheatus and Steve Poltz on May 2nd at the Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center in Stowe, VT!
Featuring a round-table conversation and interview, an opening set from Troy Millette & the Fire Below, plus an acoustic-busker style set from Washington, DC’s Brian K. & the Parkway.
Ticket Link: https://www.sprucepeakarts.org/events/load-in-through-the-back-podcast...
Our guest today is up-and-coming pop star McKenna Michels.
An operatically trained vocalist with modern sensibility, McKenna’s music grapples with the human condition and the complexities that accompany being an autistic, bisexual woman.
McKenna joins Troy and Pauly to discuss her musical origin story, retaining genuineness while incorporating lore and fantasy elements into her music, and more.
McKenna recently wrapped a European tou...
Gabe Dixon is the virtuosic pianist behind Tedeschi Trucks Band and renowned frontman of the Gabe Dixon Band. He is also our guest on Season 02, Episode 22 of “Load-In Through the Back!”
Gabe joins us to discuss recording “Driving Rain” with Paul McCartney, traveling with TTB, releasing new music into a singles-driven listening culture, Ryan Reynolds, and much more.
His spring tour begins March 27th at Higher Ground in S. Burlington,...
On this episode of “Load-In Through the Back” we’re sailing away with Lawrence Gowan, frontman of the iconic rock group STYX.
Since joining the band in 1999, Lawrence has been tasked with writing and recording new music, as well as breathing new life into their legendary catalogue of tunes such as “Come Sail Away,” “Renegade,” “Lady,” and more.
Lawrence joins us from the road to discuss his musical origin story, playing arenas armed...
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