Episodios

  • I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 14 - Trees Marie
    Jul 7 2025

    This week on I Was In That Band, we sit down with the powerhouse that is Trees Marie — singer, songwriter, bandleader, and frontwoman of the Led Zeppelin tribute act The Battle of Evermore.

    Trees is our first female guest, and we dive into what that means in a world where women are still fighting for equal footing in the music industry. We talk about the realities of fronting two very different bands, the hard-won clarity of sobriety, and the balancing act of working a full-time job while chasing musical passion on her own terms.

    It’s a candid, thoughtful, and at times funny conversation with a seriously talented artist who’s been through the fire and keeps moving forward. Whether you know Trees from the local scene or you’re just now discovering her work, you’ll want to hear what she has to say.

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    1 h y 8 m
  • I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 13 - Mason Adams
    Jun 23 2025

    This week on I Was In That Band!, Grady sits down with singer-songwriter and MAP (Mason Adams Project) frontman Mason Adams for a conversation about the winding road that led him to lead his own band. From early musical influences to navigating the ups and downs of fronting a project, Mason opens up about what it takes to keep the music—and the musicians—moving forward. They share laughs over genre labels and whether they really matter, and dive into the challenges and rewards of being the one steering the ship—especially through recent lineup changes.

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    1 h y 5 m
  • I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 12a BONUS: Christopher Holt – “Parallel” (Live at Highland Sound Tracks)
    Jun 19 2025

    In this special bonus release from I Was In That Band, Christopher Holt delivers a stripped-down, soul-stirring performance of his original song “Parallel”, recorded live in the Highland Sound Tracks studio.

    Accompanying himself on our vintage Fender Rhodes electric piano, Chris brings a quiet intensity to this intimate solo rendition—capturing the lyrical depth and melodic grace that have defined his work across decades of Dallas music.

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    5 m
  • I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 12 - Christopher Holt
    Jun 6 2025

    On this episode of I Was In That Band, Grady catches up with longtime friend Christopher Holt—a pillar of the Dallas music scene whose journey has taken him from local jam bands to sharing the stage with legends.

    From Walter Mitty, Olo Spo, and The Slack to his solo work and tours with Don Henley, Max Weinberg’s Jukebox, Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs, and now The Eagles, Christopher’s path has been anything but ordinary.

    They talk about how tastes and directions change over time, what Christopher truly values in music, and what it means to keep going—still chasing dreams, still searching for meaning through sound.

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    1 h y 23 m
  • I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 11 - Matt Pence
    May 29 2025

    This week on I Was In That Band: I’m joined by drummer, producer, and recording engineer Matt Pence. From his early days in Denton with Adam’s Farm, to his time in the beloved Centro-matic, to his current work with Shakey Graves, Matt has carved out a career defined by intention and craft. We talk about his unique and calculated approach to music-making, the evolving landscape of the industry, and the deep value of long-standing creative relationships in both the studio and onstage.

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    1 h y 40 m
  • I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 10 - Bruce Alford
    May 12 2025

    This week on I Was In That Band, I’m joined by legendary DFW drummer Bruce Alford.

    Bruce shares stories of his early days growing up in Mississippi, his move to North Texas for college, and how he built a reputation as one of the area’s most versatile and in-demand drummers. We talk about the arc of his career, his deep interest in drums and gear, and how that led him to buying and selling modern used drums. What started as a side hustle has grown into Fort Worth Drum Emporium—his own business and current link to the music world. It’s a great conversation with someone who’s spent a lifetime behind the kit and around the gear.

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    1 h y 28 m
  • I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 09 - Matt Hillyer
    Apr 28 2025

    On this episode of I Was In That Band, Grady sits down with Matt Hillyer — longtime frontman of Eleven Hundred Springs and a true staple of Texas music. Matt shares his journey from getting into the music business as a teenager, through the formation of Lone Star Trio, and into the decades-spanning run of Eleven Hundred Springs. He opens up about the breakup of the band, the challenges and freedoms of stepping out as a solo artist, and the lessons learned along the way. Full of stories, laughs, and honest reflections, this is a conversation any fan of Texas country won’t want to miss.

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    1 h y 43 m
  • I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 08 - Paul Slavens
    Apr 14 2025

    This week on I WAS IN THAT BAND! I sit down with the incomparable Paul Slavens — a true legend of the Denton music scene.

    From his groundbreaking work with the genre-bending band Ten Hands to his long-running Monday night residency at Dan’s Silverleaf—where he famously improvised songs on the spot using audience-suggested titles—Paul has carved out a unique space in Texas music history. We talk about his musical journey, his fearless approach to creativity, and what keeps him inspired after all these years. I’ve had the pleasure of making music with Paul over the years and have always admired his wit, talent, and boundless imagination. It was a real treat to have him on the show.

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    1 h y 34 m