No Smoking We're Rolling

No Smoking We're Rolling

“No Smoking We're Rolling" is a podcast hosted by 2x Grammy-loser Chris Sernel. Chris interviews world-class songwriters and artists about the creative process and stories behind their hits. From classic rock to modern-pop to hidden gems of all genres, the show is a masterclass in song exploration that uncovers the stories, decisions, mysteries, magic, inspiration and happy accidents that go into creating the songs we love. Whether you're a singer, songwriter, producer, or someone who appreciates the magic of music, you will have a newfound appreciation for the songs that shape our lives.

Episodes

April 5, 2024 55 mins

Episode 1: Chris Sernel Interviews Drew Lawrence and talks about how he wrote the hit song “Jar of Hearts” with Christina Perri. Christina Perri “Jar of Hearts”: https://youtu.be/8v_4O44sfjM?si=iu7nzuR0uNnBOJPo So You Think You Can Dance Performance: https://youtu.be/q_5z22SNMXg?si=8U95UbsrIWfu78MA Drew's band The Dales: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YwflhDndCL7VfGkdLPjHz?si=-k1tEruTQ_eZ3jO6vhYJIw Drew Lawrence on Instagram...

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Episode 8: Chris Sernel interviews JAX about her viral hit song “Victoria’s Secret.” The song has been certified Gold, streamed 100s of millions of times and ruffled a lot of feathers in the fashion industry.

JAX Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jax

JAX TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jaxwritessongs

“Victoria’s Secret”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9K5IS-inHs

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Episode 7: Chris Sernel interviews high school friend Rob Kleiner about their song “What Part of Forever” that was recorded by Cee Lo Green and included on the Twilight: Eclipse Soundtrack. The album charted at #2 on Billboard, went Gold in the US, and was nominated for a Grammy. Rob Kleiner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rob_kleiner “What Part of Forever” (Cee Lo Green): https://vimeo.com/71181395 --- 0:00 Introduction 2:...

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Episode 6: Chris Sernel Interviews Lindsey Ray about her song “Get Ready” which has been featured on TV Shows (Grey’s Anatomy, The Magicians, Shameless, Wynonna Earp, Good Trouble, All American), ads (Samsung, Kohl’s, Target, Jeep), promos and more. We also covered a LOT of other ground as well: what makes a great title, why record deals suck for most people, why being an independent is so great in 2024, remote work vs. in person ...

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Episode 5: Chris Sernel Interviews Brennan and Khara from The Vinyl Pinups to talk about their summer smash “Gold Rays” and how Ryan Seacrest found the song and helped blow it up.

“Gold Rays” Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Izl8zFCWSjA&ab_channel=VinylPinupsVEVO

Vinyl Pinups Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinylpinups

Brennan Aerts Instagram: https://instagram.com/brennanaerts/

Khara Lord Instagram: https://www.inst...

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Episode 4: Chris Sernel Interviews hitmaker Lauren Christy (from The Matrix) on her hit songs with Avril Lavigne, Enrique Iglesias, Bebe Rexha, Liz Phair, Jason Mraz, Korn and more.


Lauren Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelaurenchristy

Lauren TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelaurenchristy

Avril “Complicated”: https://youtu.be/5NPBIwQyPWE?si=_qlpoaSdg_uGwNw7

Avril “I’m With You”: https://youtu.be/dGR65RWwzg8?si=AyelETY...

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Episode 3: Chris Sernel Interviews Taproot’s drummer Jarrod Montague about how they wrote their hit song “Poem.” “Poem” Official Video: https://youtu.be/9YGL3amPmyc?si=xTTIW8o5ezb8iWyt Taproot Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TaprootMusic Taproot Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followtaproot/ Jarrod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jarrod.montague Jarrod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarrodmontague/ True Rockstars ...

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Episode 2: Chris Sernel Interviews Madilyn Bailey about the creation of her new album “Hollywood Dead.”


Madilyn on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MadilynBailey

Madilyn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madilynbailey/

Madilyn on AGT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-V278v9F9s&ab_channel=America'sGotTalent

“Hollywood Dead”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mZ9q210nnw&ab_channel=MadilynBailey

“Serious”: http...

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