I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 23 - Daniel Markham
I WAS IN THAT BAND!
This week on I Was In That Band, Grady Sandlin sits down with longtime friend and collaborator Daniel Markham, a prolific West Texas singer, songwriter, and guitarist whose sound moves easily between many genres and influences. Daniel shares stories about his musical origins growing up in West Texas, the creative energy that keeps him constantly writing and recording, and his instinct for knowing when to edit, refine, or simply move on to the next idea. The conversation also looks back on more than a decade of working together, highlighting Daniel’s thoughtful approach to music and his...
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I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 22 - Daniel Rush Folmer
I WAS IN THAT BAND!
This week on I Was In That Band!, Grady sits down with songwriter Daniel Rush Folmer. They talk about Daniel’s music, their shared history in the North Texas scene, and the web of mutual friends and collaborators that shaped their journeys. The conversation also touches on addiction, recovery, and the healing power of creativity.
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I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 21 - G.I. Sanders
I WAS IN THAT BAND!
This week, Grady sits down with G.I. Sanders — musician, label owner, and lifelong advocate for North Texas music. From his early days playing in local bands to running a record store and a DFW-centric reissue record label, G.I. shares his story with candid humor and honesty. They talk about the evolution of the DFW music scene, lessons learned from life on both sides of the stage, and the passion that keeps him creating new opportunities for Texas artists.
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I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 20 - Poppy Xander
I WAS IN THAT BAND!
This week on I Was In That Band, Grady sits down with instrumentalist, singer, composer, and creative force Poppy Xander. Known for her wide-ranging projects across genres, Poppy opens up about what it means to live as an artist with many interests and identities. We talk about feminism in the music world, the creative challenges of juggling multiple projects, and the balancing act between authenticity and self-promotion. Poppy shares her thoughts on developing a strong work ethic, carving out space for creative freedom, and staying true to her artistic instincts in an industry that often...
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I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 19 - Steve Carter (Little Jack Melody)
I WAS IN THAT BAND!
This week on I Was In That Band!, my guest is Steve Carter—better known as Little Jack Melody. We dig into questions of identity, chasing success, band life, and the unforgettable disasters of the stage. Steve’s singular perspective on music and living shines through in this candid and entertaining conversation.
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I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 18 - Ryan Thomas Becker
I WAS IN THAT BAND!
This week we welcome our friend and longtime collaborator Ryan Thomas Becker to the podcast. Ryan has a deep history with both Grady and producer Brian Hutson, and together they revisit years of shared experiences—musical projects formed, bands dissolved, and everything that came in between. Ryan opens up about his creative path, the lessons learned along the way, and the excitement around his upcoming solo album, #1 Honey Puppy Momma. It’s a candid, funny, and heartfelt conversation with one of North Texas’s most original voices in music.
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I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 17 - Jeffrey Barnes
I WAS IN THAT BAND!
My guest this week is the incomparable Jeffrey Barnes — a true multi-instrumentalist and a cornerstone of Denton’s legendary band Brave Combo. Jeffrey and I dig into his fascinating journey: from discovering his passion for music, to joining Brave Combo and helping shape their iconic, genre-bending sound that’s brought polka, rock, and world music together in ways nobody else dared. We also talk about his favorite instruments, unforgettable gigs, and what keeps him inspired after decades of making music.
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I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 16 - Mark Allan Atwood
I WAS IN THAT BAND!
This week on I WAS IN THAT BAND! my guest is Texas songwriter Mark Allan Atwood. We dig into his lifelong focus on songwriting, his past and present band projects, and the winding path that’s carried him through the Texas music scene. Mark shares candid thoughts on the current state of the music business and venues, the changes he’s witnessed over the years, and where he sees himself headed next. It’s a conversation equal parts reflection and forward motion, from an artist who’s never stopped chasing the song.
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I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 15 - Guthrie Kennard
I WAS IN THAT BAND!
This week on I Was In That Band, Grady sits down with Texas roots troubadour Guthrie Kennard. From his early days in Virginia rock bands to decades of hard-earned cred in the Texas blues and Americana scenes, Guthrie shares stories from the road, collaborations with legends like Buddy Miles, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Rocky Hill, and Marc Benno—and the songwriting philosophy that’s carried him around the world. It’s a ride through smoky clubs, European tours, and the heart of Texas music with one of the scene’s most soulful voices.
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I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 14 - Trees Marie
I WAS IN THAT BAND!
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...
info_outlineThis 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.