John Gourley - Portugal.The Man

What this episode covers

<p>What if live concerts could be more dynamic and collaborative? Join us as we chat with John Gourley from Portugal.The Man about his bold vision for the future of live entertainment. Discover how the band is breaking away from the traditional opening act format, creating shows that are more engaging and memorable for fans. John also opens up about his personal connection to Joey's Song through his daughter Frances, and his unwavering dedication to supporting epilepsy research. Plus, we couldn't resist a quick detour into sports, discussing Damian Lillard's exciting move to the Milwaukee Bucks.<br><br>Get a glimpse into the ever-evolving musical journey of Portugal.The Man, where experimentation and personal resonance take center stage. John's reflections on their future direction are deeply influenced by iconic musicians like Neil Young and Santana, aiming to infuse an unpredictable and emotionally charged energy into their performances. This episode also shines a light on the community support fostered through Joey's Song and other meaningful causes. John's heartfelt stories about his daughter Frances underscore the critical need for awareness and funding in epilepsy research. Tune in for an episode filled with music, passion, and the transformative power of collaboration.</p><p><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2393844/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2393844/support">Support the show</a></p><p>Visit www.joeyssong.org to learn more about Joey's Song and the work we do and get details on our next set of shows. Also be sure to follow us on all popular social media platforms with our handle @joeyssong<br><br>Joey's Song is a federally registered 501(c)3 charity that raises money to fund research into treatments and cures for epilepsy. Joey's Song is 100% volunteer with no paid staff, so we are able to convert more dollars into life saving research.<br><br>Our Joey's Song family of artists include Rock N Roll Hall of Famers, Grammy and Emmy winners and Top 40 hitmakers.</p> <ul><li>(00:10) - Joey's Song Podcast With John Gorley</li> <li>(09:34) - Exploring Musical Evolution and Personal Causes</li> <li>(14:15) - Supporting Community and Medical Research</li> </ul>