Jaybeau Jones spends some time with heavy-metal band Twisted Sister’s frontman Dee Snider. They discuss the motivation behind Twisted Sister’s hit “We’re Not Gonna Take It” and what it has spiraled into today. They also dig into his upbringing which ultimately shaped him into an 80s icon and one of the greatest metal vocalists of all time.

Host Jaybeau Jones is joined by Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter/touring musician Lisa Loeb. She rose to fame in the ‘90s with the song “Stay (I Missed You)”, the first Billboard number one single from an artist without a record deal. Together, Jaybeau and Loeb discuss her

unique path to get her music played on air and her business-driven mindset in the music world.

Music Executive, Andrew Govatsos

Jaybeau Jones interviews legendary music executive Andrew Govatsos, who played an integral part in launching artists like Alanis Morissette, Green Day, Bare Naked Ladies, Michael Bublé, and Josh Groban. They discuss how he got his start in concert promotion in the New England area and Gavatsos shares stories from his time in the business, including being on stage at Live Aid.

On this episode of the Music Drives Us Podcast, Jaybeau Jones sits down with Steven Page, co-founder and former lead of the Barenaked Ladies. Serving as lead guitarist, singer, and primary songwriter of the group, Steven left the Barenaked Ladies in 2009 to pursue a solo career. Steven discusses his love of music, the importance of having had a mentor, and offers advice to aspiring musicians striving to reach their goals.

On this episode of the Music Drives Us Podcast, tune in as host Jaybeau Jones sits down with uber talented musician, Tommy Henriksen. Tommy has served as guitarist, bassist, and songwriter for acts such as Alice Cooper, Hollywood Vampires, and his own band, Crossbones Scully. Together, they discuss his storied career, passion for music, and what it’s like working with cultural icons like Alice Cooper, Joe Perry, and Johnny Depp. Tommy emphasizes the importance of hard work, persistence, and remaining humble in the music industry, and advises young musicians to avoid the distractions of the industry and stay focused on their craft.

An unexpected viral TikTok brought this all-female punk band from playing small shows on their college campus to having a dozens of spreadsheets detailed with their numerous upcoming gigs. Listen as the members of Sorry Mom! detail their rise to success and explain to Kelsey how they each uniquely use their musical background to support the communities they perform in.

Join Kelsey on this week's episode as she sits down with the Razor Braids and Alisa Amador! An up-and-coming queer, all-female/non-binary rock band from Brooklyn, the Razor Braids members reveal how their unique perspectives and shared musical experiences - including being part of the choir and Madrigals - have shaped their careers. Discover which band member dressed up as an iconic musician for career day back in grade school, and hear about each member's journey growing up with access to music education. The episode doesn't end there! Listen as Alisa Amador, an alternative folk musician and the first Spanish language winner of NPR Music's Tiny Desk Contest, shares her fascinating journey from harmonizing in the bathtub to her unconventional music education while on the road. Learn how this upbringing shaped her views on music and influenced her goals in the industry, as she emphasizes the importance of being gentle with oneself for achieving success. Tune in now!

Join us for an inspiring episode of the Music Drives Us Podcast! We sat down with rock and roll legend Rick Allen and his wife, fellow singer-songwriter Lauren Monroe, to discuss their non-profit, the Raven Drum Foundation. The foundation’s mission focuses on using music and art to bring healing and hope to communities, veterans, and individuals facing challenges. Discover their journey of resilience and the profound impact of rhythm and creativity in transforming lives. Prepare to be moved by their shared vision of making the world a better place through the universal language of music.