That Interview is a conversation about music between the curators that play it and the artists that make it. An in depth look at an artists career, including insights into how they got started, their influences, creation process, successes, failures, and everything in between.
That Interview is recorded at produced by That Station, a locally curated music station in Raleigh North Carolina with live personalities that share authentic stories and insights about music and life in the triangle. We play a wide variety of music, like Americana, Indie Rock, Folk, R&B, Bluegrass, Alt Country, Alternative, and more! We even have our own Music Festival. Stream us on your desktop, our free app, or listen locally in Raleigh, NC on the radio at 95.7 FM and 101.5 HD2.
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RSS FeedIn this episode, we sit down with Atlanta-based artist KELS. She shares stories from her time working at an after-school program, talks about what it takes to entertain a crowd, and breaks down why she created her own music genre when platforms couldn't figure out where to place her sound. Plus, she leaks exclusive details about her upcoming album.
In this episode we dive headfirst into the band's brilliant new album, Days (out August 7th), uncovering how a joke on social media transformed into a full-length record. John also shares what keeps him inspired in his adopted hometown of Durham, NC, and tells the hilarious, chaotic real-world story that inspired the incredible new single, "Charlie Sheen Reaches Out to the Feds."
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Sledding gear through winter storms, writing raw demos, and the exact moment everything clicked— we sit down with Selby and Darby from Easy Honey! We’re breaking down the origin story of the band, the creative process that sparked their fantastic new EP Plaid, and the legendary effort it took just to physically get their instruments into the studio. Don't miss this inside look at one of our favorite indie acts.
What do you do when you’re in the Navy and the whole world shuts down while you’re stationed overseas? What do radio, photography, and film have to do with creating original music? How do you go from a wrestler turned firefighter, turned serviceman out of Alex City Alabama, to a touring artist sharing your debut album around the world? If these questions sound unique to you, it’s because Kashus Culpepper is a unique guy who has lived a unique life and finds himself on an unexpected path, one that certainly strays far away from “the plan” he had lined up for himself. Listen to the story of Kashus Culpepper as he sits down for a conversation with Rylan inside of Studio J where they discuss his debut album “Act 1”, the influences that affect the way he writes music, and how his experience with public service translates into his experience as an artist.
In this episode, we sit down with 14-time GRAMMY winner Jack Antonoff to explore the evolving sound of the new Bleachers era and their upcoming album, everyone for ten minutes. Jack opens up about the "inevitable culmination" of his career, the vital importance of finding your creative community, and how the gritty energy of the New Jersey music scene continues to shape his stadium-sized anthems. Plus, we dive into his personal connection to North Carolina and why the region remains a resonant stop on his musical journey.
What does it take to go from playing drums in a New Jersey basement to landing a major record deal during the golden age of the music industry? This week, we sit down with the legendary Pete Yorn.
Pete takes us back to his roots, sharing what it was really like growing up in a powerhouse musical household with his older brothers and how that competitive, creative energy shaped his signature sound. He shares the incredible story of his "big break"—from being discovered to signing with Columbia Records—and reveals details about his upcoming new album.
In this episode, we sit down with the soulful Talia Rae. It’s been a whirlwind year for the singer-songwriter, and she’s taking us behind the scenes of her rapid ascent. She'll tell us what it was like opening up for Stevie Nicks, recording music with David Gray, and her humble beginnings performing at a "chicken shop".
Talia opens up about the nerves, the craft of songwriting, and the moments that defined her journey so far. Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering her sound, this is an interview you won't want to miss.
Amy Smith is the Executive Director at the Women’s Center of Wake County. Under her leadership, the Center has become a vital sanctuary, providing essential services and advocacy for women seeking to break the cycle of homelessness.
Join us for an intimate conversation with Jenn Wasner of Flock of Dimes. Jenn takes us back to her early days in the Baltimore music scene, sharing how a waitressing job in her twenties became an unexpected gateway to crucial connections that shaped her career. We also dive deep into her new album, "The Life You Save", discussing the intensely personal nature of the songs and the emotional journey of translating such raw, fresh material to the stage.
How did Charles and Stu of Fancy Gap land a collaboration with Rami Jaffee of the Foo Fighters? In this episode, we go behind the scenes of their debut album to hear that story and learn exactly how this dynamic duo came together.