In this episode of Music Therapy, I interview Coleman Brice, owner of Cole's Bar in Logan Square. Cole talks about how he started the business, the changing clientele of Logan Square through the years, how the business is weathering the…
May 31 2020
Episode 34: Interview with Anna Holmquist of Ester
In this episode, I interview Anna Holmquist, singer and principal songwriter of the band Ester, and host of Bad Songwriter podcast.
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Jessica Risker is a musician based in Chicago…
May 26 2020
Episode 33: How To Find a Therapist
In this episode of Music Therapy, I share places and resources to look for a therapist, what kinds of things to look for in a therapist, and ways to cover the costs of therapy.
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May 23 2020
Episode 31: Interview with Erik Hall of In Tall Buildings
In this episode of Music Therapy, I interview Erik Hall of In Tall Buildings. Erik talks about the patchwork way he's made music endeavors his only source of income, his newest album, his changing feelings about touring, considering the audience…
May 22 2020
Episode 30: Interview with Blake Norris of Audiotree
In this episode of Music Therapy, I talk with Blake Norris of Audiotree. Blake talks about his journey with depression, suicidal ideation, learning the signs he's becoming depressed, fatherhood, how Audiotree is adapting to quarantine, Audiotree's relationship with Chicago venues…
May 18 2020
Episode 29: Interview with Sacha Mullin
In this episode, I interview Chicago vocalist and music teacher Sacha Mullin.
May 17 2020
Episode 28: Interview with Shelby Turner of Richard Album
In this episode of Music Therapy, I talk with Shelby Turner of Richard Album. Shelby talks about how his relationship with making music, going to shows, and touring has changed over time, being a curator of the Chicago DIY scene…
May 15 2020
Episode 26: Interview with William Pierre Ramsey of Boys Vs. Girls
In this episode of Music Therapy, I talk with William Pierre Ramsey of Boys vs Girls. William talks about losing work because of the pandemic, how previous hardships with homelessness have prepared him for quarantine life, struggling with anxiety and…
May 11 2020
Episode 25: Interview with Rob Sevier, co-founder of Numero Group
In this episode of Music Therapy, I talk with Rob Sevier, one of the co-founders of Chicago-based label Numero Group. Rob shares how the work environment of Numero has been changed by quarantine, the pivots Numero is making to adapt…
May 10 2020
Episode 24: Interview with Gabe Liebowitz of Calvero
In this episode of Music Therapy, I talk with Gabe Liebowitz of Calvero. Gabe shares openly how his struggles with anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and negative thinking have interfered with his music career and creative process, and the steps he is…
May 9 2020
Episode 23: Interview with Jess Shoman of Tenci
In this episode of Music Therapy, I talk with Jess Shoman of Chicago band Tenci. Jess shares how the pandemic caused her to return home mid-tour, waking up with mush-brain, her upcoming video and album release, and more!
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May 8 2020
Episode 22: Interview with Sima Cunningham of Ohmme
In this episode of Music Therapy, Jessica talks with Sima Cunningham of Chicago band Ohmme. Sima shares how the coronavirus pandemic forced her to postpone several upcoming tours and festival performances, how she's staying inspired and creating music during quarantine…