Roadcase brings you backstage, with long-form interviews featuring your favorite touring artists, performers, and the industry executives who help make it all happen. Delve into the creative process behind live shows and performances, and hear more about the influences, projects and stories of the musicians and professionals -- both on and off the stage. Roadcase strives to provide listeners with informative and entertaining insights into the mind of the artist, their unique perspectives towards touring, and the multitude of challenges faced by performers in today's live events world and beyond.
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The 502s frontman, Ed Isola is here this week!! Often referred to as “the happiest band on Earth,” The 502s bring the joyous energy to everything they do and their live shows are raucous celebrations of positivity!!
In this super fun interview, I ask Ed about the nature of the band’s consistent outpouring of good vibes exemplified both onstage and on their most recent studio album, Easy Street, and we discuss that tricky balance between self-belief and self-actualization that can sometimes be so elusive.
Ed is super down-to-earth and exudes gratitude and an upbeat vibe. I learned a ton from exploring all these issues with Ed and I think you will too in listening to this terrific conversation!
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Chapters:
00:00 - Episode Intro with Host Josh Rosenberg
04:17 - Orlando roots and the hot-weather fan joke
05:34 - How Five O Two's got the "happiest band on earth" name
08:02 - COVID, social media, and learning to connect with fans online
11:16 - The downside of social media and blurred work-life lines
13:15 - The Easy Street album concept and title
15:01 - Why the band’s name comes from a childhood address
16:01 - First European tour sparked by a viral laundry room video
18:39 - Ed’s college wrestling background and discovering the banjo
20:06 - Early musical influences: Mumford and Sons, the Avetts, and Old Crow
23:20 - Where Ed’s positive attitude comes from
25:22 - Leaving the bank job and taking music seriously
27:28 - Writing songs while working full time and recording early EPs
29:12 - The risky move to leave the bank for a Europe tour
31:01 - Booking house shows in Europe and crashing on floors
33:34 - Seeing Mumford and Sons at the Ryman in 2012
38:32 - Transitioning back home and getting into music marketing
43:20 - The viral Magdalene video and early growth on tour
45:42 - Trying different sounds, videos, and live approaches
47:20 - More than upbeat songs: emotional range and lyricism
51:33 - The band’s energy, stage warmups, and group chemistry
52:11 - Why the current lineup works so well together
53:47 - Staying mentally grounded with exercise, reminders, and gratitude
58:03 - Writing with intention and focusing on process over pressure
01:01:15 - Why their look became "beach folk" instead of flannels
01:02:33 - The pastel office-style video and bank-era visual callback
01:03:30 - Opening for Old Crow Medicine Show at the Ryman
01:05:45 - Playing major festivals and seeing fans sing every word
01:07:42 - What it feels like when people connect deeply with the songs
01:09:43 - Episode wrap-up with Host Josh Rosenberg
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Roadcase theme music: "Eugene (Instrumental)" by Waltzer
Episode 328: Maggie Rose
Épisode 328
mercredi 9 septembre 2026 • Durée 01:15:22
I’m psyched to welcome back two-time Grammy-nominated @iammaggierose to Roadcase for this special episode!! Maggie is here to celebrate her new album, Half Moon, which was just released on August 14.
One of my favorite artists, Maggie’s musical and vocal talents combined with her down-to-earth vibe have earned her a devoted fanbase and critical acclaim — a sweet story of success given the challenges she faced early in her career when she fought through the Nashville system to have her own authentic voice.
Maggie talks to me about the latest challenges of becoming a new mom, and we discuss the many themes she brought to the beautiful story arc reflected on Half Moon. It’s a wonderful and insightful conversation that I’m really excited for you to hear!!
05:45 Challenges for indie artists in Nashville and industry dynamics
07:26 Reflecting on Maggie Rose's latest album 'Half Moon'
09:19 The importance of album sequencing and storytelling
10:24 The importance of live performance and improvisation in music
11:33 Motherhood's influence on songwriting and emotional depth
13:31 Writing songs before and after Graham's birth
15:32 The influence of jam band culture and community
16:28 The song 'Gentleman' and themes of gender identity
19:25 The journey of authenticity and artistic integrity
20:25 Gender disparities in country radio and industry recognition
23:22 Social media, authenticity, and self-expression
25:19 The art of album sequencing and storytelling
Episode 327: Lollapalooza Series Part 4 with Surfing for Daisy
Épisode 327
vendredi 14 août 2026 • Durée 26:01
For this final episode from Lollapalooza, I sat down for a quick chat with Nick Francis and Steve Filippone of Surfing for Daisy! Childhood friends from Asbury Park, NJ, Nick and Steve have been playing music together since they were kids. As life then happened and they both went separate directions for a bit, they never forgot the keen musical connection they have always shared. They re-formed that connection three years ago, and hence Surfing for Daisy was born. And now they’re continuing to solidify that bond with their highly anticipated sophomore album, Echo the Madness, due out September 25.
Nick and Steve talk to me about that shared bond, their musical influences and their individual experiences and adventures that lead them to this point. I love their classic rock vibe and their sheer determination to make this all happen, but most of all, I love how both these guys express their dedication to each other, to the band and to their music!!
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Chapters:
00:00 Episode Intro with Host Josh Rosenberg
03:55 - Introducing the band and the Asbury Park vibe
04:16 - Growing up in Freehold, New Jersey
05:28 - Lifelong friendships and how the band members first connected
06:45 - Why “Babe I’m Gonna Leave You” fit their live set
07:37 - High school bands, bedroom musicians, and early attempts to play together
09:15 - Nick’s years in the Navy and how Guam shaped his musicianship
11:04 - Finding the band through shared Jersey roots and mutual friends
11:46 - Touring for the last few years and building momentum
12:18 - Staying independent while assembling a strong team
13:14 - Playing shows on little sleep and building endurance on the road
13:50 - Musical influences: doo-wop, James Taylor, The Supremes, Zeppelin, and more
Episode 326: Lollapalooza Series Part 3 with Easy Honey
Épisode 326
mercredi 12 août 2026 • Durée 39:12
I’m psyched to welcome Easy Honey to Roadcase for Part 3 of my interviews from Lollapalooza which took place in the heart of Chicago a few weekends ago. I sat down with the full band and it was really great to get to know this close-knit group of friends (and brothers)! Easy Honey is Selby Austin, Webster Austin, Darby McGlone and Charlie Holt, and these guys have been absolutely crushing it recently with their Surf Tour on the back of their latest EP, Plaid.
Easy Honey’s vibe is reflective of their easy-breezy rock vibe and they’re as chill as you would expect. Originally from Eastern Tennessee with Selby and Darby forming an instant connection in college, they added the two remaining members and relocated to Charleston, SC — and hence their surf-rock and connection to community were officially solidified. Prolific writers, Easy Honey has a deep and unmistakable love for the music, and that authenticity translates to an inclusive and fun-loving onstage vibe which has drawn in fans as they continue to gain popularity.
I’m excited to share this special episode with you!! Don't forget to follow Roadcase and you can visit Roadcase on Instagram, @roadcasepod!!
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Chapters:
00:00 - Episode Intro with Host Josh Rosenberg
03:31 - Introductions at Lolla and first-time festival memories
04:36 - Crowd energy, opening the day, and the band’s chill reputation
05:43 - Day-one fans and the emotional rush of seeing the gates open
07:17 - The Oahu skate park show and how it came together
09:04 - Surfing, Charleston roots, and playing in Hawaii and California
09:35 - Supporting the Runarounds and the band-meta connection
11:14 - Meeting Jackson Browne and why he lived up to the hype
13:16 - How Easy Honey started in college in Sewanee, Tennessee
14:52 - The “stole Charlie” story and the real version of how the lineup formed
Episode 325: Lollapalooza Series Part 2 with SNACKTIME
Épisode 325
lundi 10 août 2026 • Durée 21:11
In this Part 2 of my interviews from Lollapalooza, I’m happy to welcome back SNACKTIME to Roadcase!! Sam Gellerstein and recent stellar addition on lead vocals, Nico Bryant, sit down with me to talk all about the latest news and developments in the their world.
This amazing Funk, Soul, Rock band with a beautiful joyous energy have been spreading the love and good vibes since 2020, when they began playing outdoor shows in their native Philadelphia during the Pandemic Times. Now, with tons of shows behind them, Sam and Nico talk to me about how they’ve been working hard to refine their sound and become more focused. I’ve been following along on this ride for quite a while and their progression has been stunning!
This is a really fun conversation and catch up with some of my favorite people and I can’t wait for you to hear this one!
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Chapters:
0:00 -- Episode Intro with Host Josh Rosenberg
3:57 — Early shows at South by, the band’s evolution, and what’s changed
5:02 — Refining the sound and becoming more focused
5:47 — Nico explains how he joined the band
7:32 — Big audience growth: “who the fuck is that band” to “get me that band right now”
8:14 — The band becoming more honest and letting people in
9:07 — Nico on performing like it’s the last show of his life
9:56 — Sam on being the band’s mouthpiece and force of positivity
12:10 — Community and family as the heart of Snack Time
14:05 — New record details and working with Justin Lucas
15:17 — “Better every single day”
15:44 — Looking ahead and remembering the raw early era
Episode 324: Lollapalooza Series Part 1 with Goldie Boutilier
Épisode 324
jeudi 6 août 2026 • Durée 48:10
Last weekend, Lollapalooza rolled into my front yard in Chicago, and in this Series, I’ll be featuring the interviews I did with a handful of amazing artists playing this giant festival. For this Part 1, I was especially psyched to mark the occasion by first sitting down with my friend, the amazing and inspiring Goldie Boutilier, who’s making her third appearance on the show.
Since Goldie’s last interview for Roadcase in December 2024, she has been absolutely crushing it and I couldn’t be happier about her accomplishments. She was recently nominated for a Juno Award for Breakthrough Artist of the Year, made her TV debut on the Kelly Clarkson Show, opened for Katy Perry on the European leg of her World Tour late last year, and also had her song “King of Possibilities” featured as the theme song for the Netflix Series “The Hunting Wives.” These are major accomplishments by any measure, but when you understand Goldie’s life story, her continual rise becomes even more impressive.
Goldie talks to me about her constant evolution and transformation from a dreamer to a doer, the impact of being a role model for her fans, how owning her trauma and seeing herself in others has made her feel less alone, and we explore how her overcoming doubt and fear to conquer new challenges has made her even stronger.
Goldie’s inspiring story is one of survival, resilience, grit, determination and self-belief — and I’m proud to have her on the show once again!! You can click on the link in the bio to find it. It’s a very special conversation and I cannot wait for you to give it a listen.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Episode Intro with Host Josh Rosenberg
03:55 - Introducing Goldie's inspiring story
04:46 - Redefining manifestation through perseverance and resilience
05:38 - How two years transformed Goldie's perception of time and achievement
06:37 - The practicality behind fashion and persona as part of her healing journey
07:38 - Reflecting on her industry milestones: opening for Katy Perry and TV debut
Episode 323: Newport Folk Festival Series Part 3 with Case Oats
Épisode 323
dimanche 2 août 2026 • Durée 32:53
In this final interview from Newport Folk Festival, I sat down with the awesome duo of Casey Gomez Walker and Spencer Tweedy, whose project, Case Oats, is one of my favorite alt-country Chicago bands.
Casey and Spencer are a uniquely compelling duo — complementing each other’s talents — both personally and professionally. Case Oats’ most recent album, the critically acclaimed Last Missouri Exit, combines Casey’s keen literary background with Spencer’s knowledge of the craft of songwriting to create a truly groundbreaking album.
Spencer, who of course comes from musical family and as he calls it, “a culture of belief,” talks to me about how his own belief in Casey’s ability and strengths pushed them further to even greater heights and allowed them to exceed their goals. This is an inspiring and informative interview with two super intriguing artists who embody a self-belief and fearlessness.
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00:00 - Episode Intro with Host Josh Rosenberg
03:40 - Introduction to Casey Oats and their origins in Chicago
03:51 - Casey’s creative writing background impacts his songwriting
04:21 - Transition from writing stories to making an album
04:49 - How meeting Spencer encouraged continued music creation
05:34 - The culture of belief in making art and its normalization
06:30 - Spencer’s journey from unfamiliarity to making records
07:12 - Writing songs from short stories and focusing on core truths
08:05 - Spencer’s experience of working under pressure and saying yes
09:36 - The quick turnaround for their album and embracing fearlessness
10:23 - The humility and bravery involved in creative risks
11:13 - The story behind "Last Missouri Exit" as a symbolic milestone
Episode 322: Newport Folk Festival Series Part 2 with Morgan Nagler
Épisode 322
vendredi 31 juillet 2026 • Durée 40:14
For this interview from Newport Folk Festival, I spoke to acclaimed singer songwriter and Grammy nominee Morgan Nagler!! Morgan’s debut album, “I’ve Got Nothing to Lose, and I’m Losing It,” is her first as a solo artist and represents a key step in her personal and professional evolution.
When her work with Phoebe Bridgers on the song “Kyoto” turned into a Grammy nomination, Morgan’s life changed and she became a much sought-after songwriting partner and collaborator, which eventually gave her the impetus to launch her own solo career.
Morgan shares with me her journey from child actor to songwriter and then to solo artist — and she talks to me about the constantly present themes of identity, artistic rebirth, and balancing the dualities of her life as a creative.
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00:00 Episode Introduction with Host Josh Rosenberg
04:00 - Morgan’s music journey and recent Newport performance
05:02 - Reflection on her career rebirth and album debut
05:31 - The meaning behind her album title and its philosophical roots
05:47 - The art of losing what you don’t have and living without proving anything
06:39 - The balance between nothing to prove and proving oneself
07:08 - The influence of yin-yang, and holding ideas simultaneously
07:43 - Reflection on the maturity required for her recent album
08:55 - Growing up in Manhattan Beach, LA; journey from child actor to songwriter
09:33 - Writing for other artists and her extensive musical collaborations
10:16 - The scenic route in her life and career evolution
10:43 - Embracing life’s path without comparison and with patience
11:43 - From Highland Park to Montanito — LA’s creative suburbs
Episode 321: Newport Folk Festival Series Part 1 with Madi Diaz
Épisode 321
mercredi 29 juillet 2026 • Durée 36:29
I was privileged once again to attend Newport Folk Festival and even more grateful to sit down with Madi Diaz — four years after her first Roadcase guest spot in 2022. Madi is a striking artist with a unique flair for vulnerability and for putting her authentic self — and her feelings — on display in her songwriting. She is also a two-time Grammy nominee for her album Weird Faith, and was a member of Harry Styles’ touring band in 2023.
Madi talks to me about the importance of embracing her feelings, especially in navigating relationships, and she discusses with me how her knack for finding joy in uncertainty and the unknown helps shape not only her artistry but also her outlook on life. Her upcoming deluxe release — the UN-unplugged version — of her album Fatal Optimist is coming out on September 4, and it further underscores the hope embedded in her attitude of “defiant optimism.”
Heads up for more interviews from Newport Folk Festival, coming up this week and next!!
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Chapters:
00:00 - Episode intro with Host Josh Rosenberg
04:05 - Maddie Diaz's journey and upcoming album Fatal Optimist
06:23 - How songwriting reflects personal and universal emotions
08:53 - The meaning behind Fatal Optimist as laughing in the face of the current world
10:26 - Strategies for managing intense feelings through acceptance and presence
12:50 - Decision-making guided by gut instinct and living with no wrong choices
14:55 - The creative process behind her innovative music videos and art installations
18:28 - Navigating relationships and personal growth during tour adventures
20:05 - The transformative experience of performing for Harry Styles and large audiences
23:51 - Reflections on touring at Wembley and the impact on her music and mindset
Episode 320: Grace Potter
Épisode 320
mercredi 22 juillet 2026 • Durée 01:16:16
Grace Potter brings her upbeat energy and Rock vibes to Roadcase for this week’s episode. I’m super psyched to have Grace on the show — she’s a total free spirit, and with her upcoming new album, Trespasser, due out on August 21, she is finding herself at an intriguing crossroads along her lifelong path of creative expression. Constantly pushing the barriers and challenging norms, Grace proudly and unapologetically is her own self, unafraid to venture into new territory or inhabit new (and old) characters. It’s refreshing and inspiring.
A four-time Grammy nominee, Grace talks to me about her unconventional career path and the ways she now benefits from her own life experience to cast a broader view of her life’s journey. We also explore the benefits of vulnerability, and Grace explains how recognizing the barriers we all face allows her to hold up a mirror, and find that perspective we need to exceed our own expectations in life.
This is truly an epic interview with a one-of-a-kind artist.
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Chapters:
00:00 Episode Intro with Host Josh Rosenberg
03:10 - Grace Potter: Embracing authenticity & breaking boundaries in music
05:40 - The influence of Topanga's musical history and local legends
07:55 - The story behind Grace's house and its legendary residents (Spirit, Dr. Demento)
11:47 - Evolution of her sound from early days to the latest album Trespasser
15:26 - Exploring storytelling, characters, and permission in songwriting
19:53 - The importance of truth and vulnerability in artistic identity
23:11 - Navigating gender, performance, and energy on stage
27:33 - Balancing delicacy and power in her music and persona
31:21 - The role of control, unpredictability, and the fluidity of performance
36:19 - The pop versus rock dichotomy and maintaining authenticity
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