Season 5

Every once in a while, The Trout gets to talk to someone whose guitar work you’ve definitely heard — even if you didn’t know it at the time. This time, The Trout had the pleasure of sitting down with Rob McNelley, a musician ...

"Welcome to The Trout Show, your spot for laid-back chats with incredible musicians! Today, we’re hanging out with Jules Leyhe—a slide guitar master who’s been obsessed with the six-string since his pre-teen days, inspired by...

Triston Harper is a 16-year-old country music prodigy from McIntosh, Alabama, who captured hearts as a Top 5 finalist on American Idol Season 22 in 2024. With a voice wise beyond his years and a story of resilience—overcoming...

The indie music market’s growth in 2025 is a powerhouse story, reshaping the industry and putting serious pressure on traditional record labels. Let’s break it down with the latest trends and numbers in the this episode of Th...

"Join us on *The Trout Show* as we sit down with the incredibly talented Tom Waters, a virtuoso saxophone artist who’s been rocking the rhythm and blues and jazz scenes since the age of eight. Hailing from Dorset, England, To...

Damoyee Janai Neroes, known as DAMOYEE, is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and producer from Dallas, Texas, born October 4, 2000. A multi-instrumentalist with absolute pitch, she plays over 16 instruments and has a ...

Few names in music history carry as much weight as Les Paul . A true pioneer, he not only revolutionized the electric guitar but also transformed the recording industry with his groundbreaking inventions. Alongside his wife, ...

A debut album is more than just a collection of songs—it’s a defining statement of passion and purpose. For singer-songwriter Nick Taylor, Not Alone— released June 2025 —serves as an extraordinary introduction, blending rich ...

In this hard-hitting podcast, The Trout Show takes a deep dive into the crumbling foundation of the modern music industry. From the skyrocketing profits of streaming giants to the shockingly low payouts musicians receive, we ...

RAMEKEGA - A dynamic alternative pop/rock band from San Bernardino, CA, led by the talented Pozon sisters: Kelli (rhythm guitar, keyboards, vocals), Gabrielle (drums, percussion, vocals), and Kaira (bass, vocals). Formed in 2...

Welcome to The Trout Show podcast, where we dive into the fascinating stories behind music and the industry that shapes it. In this episode, we explore the legendary life of Django Reinhardt, the pioneering guitarist whose un...

Dive into the world of music PR and marketing with Hillorie McLarty from Music Connection ! In this insightful conversation, Hillorie shares her expertise on what it takes to successfully market a band or musician in today’s ...

Join us for an exclusive interview with Chris Bullinger, a Nashville-based singer-songwriter and poet whose music delves deep into the human experience. Influenced by legends like Bob Dylan, Townes Van Zandt, and Steve Earle,...

Vinyl to Viral is a podcast that dives deep into the history of music and the music business, exploring how innovations, trends, and iconic moments have shaped the way we create, consume, and connect with sound. From the inve...