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Joe Plummer and friends share their stories from life on the road. We hear funny, sad and sometimes scary tales from musicians, comedians and writers. He's also "Checks-In" with artists to hear new music, find out what they've been up to and whats next on the creative docket. Have a tour story? Want to get in touch with Joe? Send a message to hello@ruinousmedia.com. Tour Stories is produced by Rui... more

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Episode: The Check-In with Greg Saunier and Curt Sydnor-BACH ARTILLERIE
Curt Sydnor
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Sari Jordan
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Jamie Chellar
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Will Epstein
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Joe Plummer
Host of Tour Stories and The Check-In, Joe Plummer engages in intimate conversations with artists, sharing stories from their creative lives and touring experiences.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Excellent!

    Sensitive and creative host + interesting guests x no filler = Excellent show! Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr. Malcolms
    United States2 years ago
  • This is fun!!!

    Hey Now!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    johamesburg
    United States3 years ago
  • Joe

    Has good taste in music and can carry an interview , impressed by how stimulating some of the artists stories are with articulate nuances.

    Personal, specific and humorous at times! Enjoy this Podcastermasters!!!!

    Rc

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zzfredsd
    United States4 years ago
  • Unique & Personal

    I'm really enjoying this private peek into the lives of such talented and creative entertainers. It feels like I'm eavesdropping on two friends catching up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Niko311?
    United States5 years ago
  • GOOD

    Awesome tour stories. Really nice check ins with musicians stuck at home during COVID. The Buzz story will leave a mark!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wonderful Human
    United States5 years ago

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The Check-In with Alex Edkins-Weird Nightmare
Q: Is this new for you to look back at your teenage years in your songwriting?
Alex explains that his songwriting has shifted to be more inward and reflective, especially after having a kid, influencing Hoopla and the approach to the next musical phase.
The Check-In with Alex Edkins-Weird Nightmare
Q: Alex, what's happening?
Joe opens by asking about Alex's current situation and the location, leading into a discussion about Ottawa and Toronto and how those places influence the conversation and creative process.
The Check-In with Grrl Gang
Q: Do you have any shows coming up?
Yes, we are touring the US for the first time in March.
The Check-In with Grrl Gang
Q: Where do you typically write songs?
We share files and also workshop at each other's places.
The Check-In with James Petralli-WHITE DENIM (13)
Q: Can you tell me where this hard-ass, funky blue shit's coming from?
James describes that he has always liked that style and that it has always been present in their music.

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