Relatively In Tune

Today our guest is Nathan Farrell, a singer, songwriter, and saxophonist in the New York Soul Pop scene. He's joined by producer Tucker Bickell. Together they talk about the musical and personal inspirations behind Nathan's new EP, "Lovesick Jukebox".

Melt Keyboard player and singer-songwriter Kai Ono (aka OK Kai) and music producer Peter Enriquez join us for a discussion on his time touring with the band, writing and producing his upcoming album, and the importance of bird artwork in educational piano material.

Today we’re joined by singer, songwriter, and Broadway performer Olivia Dei Cicchi (Wicked, Les Mis), along with her partner and producer Lucas Murray.We talk about Olivia’s path from French Woods summer camp to Broadway, the surreal moment of passing on Phantom to tour with Les Mis, and her three years with Wicked. We also dive into writing and releasing her debut single “Karma Colada”, Lucas’s background in sonic branding, and how the two balance love and creative partnership.

Today we're joined by members of the Boston pop-funk band The Far Out: Olivia "Liv" Lowe, Ellie Dolan, and Henry Zagarella, as well as Henry's mom Kerry Zagarella.We talk about the origins of the band, Kerry's writing career (and Substack!), and the influence of the Mario Kart series that Henry and bassist Ryan have snuck into several songs.

Today we're joined by Singer, Songwriter, and American Idol Contestant (Season 10) Robbie Rosen, and his friend, singer-songerwriter JeLa (Dr. Jessica Lattman). We talk about songwriting (and "toplining") consistently, Robbie's journey to American Idol, and learning to make music while being a full-time surgeon.

Today we're joined by singer-songwriter Amelia Day, and her mother Tori (making this our first two-Tori podcast)!We talk building a career in Nashville while still in school, making mistakes onstage, and smashing an entire table of dinner plates for a music video.Check out Amelia Day's new single, "lady los angeles" on August 22nd!

Today we're interviewing singer, songwriter, nerdcore content creator, and frequent collaborator of our own Dean DiMarzo, McGwire!We met up with McGwire during Nerdcore Party Con in Dallas, Texas a few weeks ago, where Dean and McGwire were both performing, and recorded this episode in our hotel room.McGwire shares stories on everything from singing backup for Sara Bareilles and Jason Mraz, editing for massive YouTube channels as a teenager, and walking the red carpet at the Streamy awards.He's joined by his mother Michelle, who shares stories of her days in radio, McGwire's musical upbringing, and the time Steven Tyler tried to play matchmaker for her.

Today we're in-person in Nashville, Tennessee interviewing two amazing creative people, Emily Miller (Lighting Director, Lawrence) and her roommate Hallie Melton (Mastering Engineer, Amber Marks, Nate Smith, also touring with Wheatus) about the incredible work they've done, life on tour with a band, and cat names.

In this episode, we're joined by Dan Kiernan, contestant on The Voice, singer and songwriter. We talk about taking falls onstage, dealing with grief, and backyard productions of Wicked.

You know our guest Amy Vorpahl from Dropout, Geek & Sundry, Nerdist, and countless D&D shows and events.Amy and her sister Angela discuss leading a team of creatives, bravery in building your career, and we all convince Tori to quit her job.

Today we're joined by singer, songwriter, and The Voice contestant Lilli Doll. We speak with Lilli and their friend Hailey about the creative opportunities in school, staging a one-day musical production, and making skirts out of ties.

Today we're joined by Darius J, from Season 27 of The Voice. With his friend Maya, we talk getting cast on the Voice, taking songs to new places, and getting work in the music industry.

Today we got to talk to New York rapper, singer and songwriter Nory, joined by his producer Nir Horowitz. We talk about releasing albums in today's music industry, the magic of late night jam sessions, and constructing his new record.

In this episode we're joined by Voiceover Artist and Actress Jade Zaroff, and her friend Taylor McMahon (Resident choreographer for SIX on Broadway). We talk about the unexpected twists and turns of a creative career path, and the importance of honest feedback from friends you trust.

In this episode we're joined by singer, songwriter, and producer Victor Franco, and his best friend Ana.We talk collaborations with Lawrence and Stacey Ryan, making friends over Instagram, and how August Rush was a really good movie.

Today we get to talk with the longest-running Fiyero on Broadway's Wicked, Jordan Litz, joined by his wife Julie.We talk his Disney World gigs, Hallmark movie, and of course...the secret Broadway baseball league.

In this episode, we talk to Will Leet, guitarist of Sammy Rae & The Friends, joined by his co-guitarist in their band NYC Cowboys and frequent collaborator Jeff Greenspan. We go in-depth on songwriting, how Will joined Sammy Rae's band, and what to do when your car is on fire several hundred miles away.

In this episode, we talk to Jess, Caleb, and Luke from the Brooklyn-based indie rock band Boys Go To Jupiter, joined by Caleb and Luke's roommate Cole.We talk about the Hinge date that led to the formation of the band, taking the leap to pursue music, and what goes into making an album.

In this episode, we talk to pianist, composer, drummer, and grammy winner Luther S. Allison, joined by his barber Laurent (Liv's Barbershop in Brooklyn, NY)Luther shares his journey of becoming a professional musician in the middle of a pandemic, the Instagram DM that led to a Grammy, and the importance of a good haircut.

In this episode, we talk to Thesaurus Rex's singer, guitarist and songwriter Calvin Rezen, joined by his girlfriend Hanna. We discuss his approach to songwriting, his work writing jingles, and Hanna's work in costuming for film.

In this episode, we talk to American Idol contestant, jazz singer Amanda Barise. Amanda is joined by her cousin, singer Daneyko.We discuss choosing songs to sing for Idol, how Amanda and Daneyko accidentally manifested their familial ties, and performing "Defying Gravity" with Third Reprise.

In this episode, we talk to guitarist, singer, songwriter, and producer Spencer Bebon of Big Honey (also tour manager for Melt). He's joined by his sister, actress and filmmaker Avery Bebon.

Today's guest is singer, songwriter, pianist and guitarist Stacey Ryan, joined by her roommate dancer, choreographer, and actor Anthony Cannarella.We discuss living in a house full of creative people, building a career with and without a record label, and what a broadway "slime tutorial" is.

Today's guest is singer, songwriter, and dancer Ali Schwartz, joined by her husband, comedian and writer Seth Borkowski.We discuss networking in the music industry, what "toplining" means, and making the jump from side hustle to full time musician.

Eric Tarlin is a songwriter, producer, and saxophone player for the band Couch. He is joined by his girlfriend Molly Beall, a lighting designer and electrician. We discuss tour bus adventures, working as a creative couple, and the time we (almost) saw Couch open for Dave Matthews Band.

Kieran Brown is a jazz vocalist, composer, and arranger based in New York City who brings the great American Songbook to life. Her new album "Loving You" releases on April 4th.We talk to Kieran and her lifelong friend Maddie Kehoe about growing up singing together, Kieran's performances at Madison Square Garden, and maintaining friendships as busy adults.

Leo Son is a vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter in the band Bermuda Search Party. In this episode, Leo and his mother Christina discuss his growth as an artist, from starring in his high school theater productions, to huge opportunities like opening for the band Ripe.

Vivienne Aerts is a vocalist, songwriter, and composer who, with her husband (pastry chef Ted Steinebach), creates stunning live performances of improvised music and food creations.In this episode, Vivienne and Ted discuss their philosophy on creativity, the story of how they met, and their advice on having a successful relationship with a creative person.

LongestSoloEver (Dean DiMarzo) is a songwriter, producer, animator, content creator, and also the co-host of this podcast. For the first episode, co-hosts Tori and Dean interview each other about 14 years of a relationship with a professional musician, growing into the life of a full-time content creator, and the unexpected life changes that came with internet fame.