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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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Will Epstein
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Olivia Barton
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Joe Plummer
Host of Tour Stories and The Check-In, Joe leads engaging discussions with artists, delving into their experiences and creative journeys.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 93 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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Q: Do you think you'll wind up putting it out on vinyl?
Yes, it's happening.
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Q: Did you have a different approach to recording this collection of songs?
Definitely. So much was different in my approach to this.
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Q: What is your education job?
I play music and I teach various kids' arts enrichment programs.
The Check-In with Memorials
Q: Is it or pessimism?
There is a strand of optimism in the album, indicating we shouldn't give up hope and have the ability to change things, even if it was a theme that emerged after the songs were written.
The Check-In with Memorials
Q: How did you start working together and form the Memorials? Or form Memorials?
We have known each other for a long time since being on the Tupure label, where we started playing on each other's records and eventually decided to form a band after being asked to play one of the soundtracks live.

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