Vol. 169: Declan Rockwell of Norter Talks New EP, Nashville Ties & MORE!

This episode of Strange Grooves is brought to you by Locarius!Planning a ticketed event? Book a demo at ⁠⁠https://locarius.io⁠⁠ and mention the Strange Grooves podcast for a discount!We first met Declan Rockwell and the dynamic crew of NORTER at PEI’s SOMMO Festival last September—and we’ve been fans ever since. Their high-voltage performance and passion stuck with us, so when we heard a new EP was on the way, we had to bring Declan back on the mic.In this episode, we dig into The Yearbook Club—NORTER’s latest EP—and talk about the band’s evolution, creative process, and what it feels like to finally share these new tracks with the world.From their East Coast roots to making waves in Nashville, LA, and NYC, Declan opens up about the challenges and wins of breaking into bigger music markets while staying true to small-town grit. Plus, Cait drops actionable marketing tips for musicians looking to grow their audience and make real connections.We wrap with a look at what’s next for NORTER—new shows, future plans, and why now’s the time to tune in if you haven’t already.