BiB: DIY Pop-Punk to LA Dreams: How Jonathon Fraser Kept Going When Others Gave Up
Release Date: 10/06/2025
BiB: Bailey Spinn – From Viral TikTok Star to Hard Rock Trailblazer (The Untold Journey)
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On this episode of Bringin’ it Backwards, Adam reconnects with viral sensation and rock artist Bailey Spinn. You might remember Bailey from TikTok, where she first blew up during her college days—but when she last joined the show, she hadn’t even released her own music yet. Fast forward three years: Bailey’s debut EP “My Worst Enemy” racked up millions of streams, her breakout single “Happy Ending” took off far beyond her expectations, and she’s since dropped her powerful debut album “Loser.” Adam and Bailey dig into how she transformed her social media following into a...
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BiB: Craig Johns Jr - How a Movie Soundtrack Idea Became The Dark’s Heavy-Hitting Band
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On this episode of "Bringin' It Backwards," Adam Lisicky sits down with Craig Johns Jr for a raw, honest conversation about his journey from a small suburb outside New York City to building a new life and music career in Los Angeles. Craig Johns Jr dives into his early obsessions with guitar, first tours at just fifteen, and the twists and turns of being in multiple bands—each chapter pushing him closer to finding his own sound. He opens up about the leap of faith it took to leave behind family, familiar scenes, and childhood friends to chase his ambitions as a producer and songwriter. The...
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BiB: Lexi Norton (Echos) – How a DM Changed Everything: From Small Town to Millions of Streams!
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What happens when you tell the world you’re going to be a singer at age five—and then actually make it happen? In this episode of Bringin’ it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Alexandra (Lexi Norton) of Echos to uncover the story behind her music journey that started in a small town outside Portland, Oregon, and has taken her all the way to millions of streams and a dedicated global fanbase. Lexi opens up about the early validation she received from family and strangers in her hometown, the importance of delusional belief on the path to becoming an artist, and how Echos was...
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BiB: Damian Kulash - The Untold Story Behind OK Go's Wildest Music Videos
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Get ready to see a side of OK Go you’ve never heard before. On this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Damian Kulash, frontman of the Grammy-winning icons behind some of the most creative music videos ever made. From growing up in the DC punk scene, finding his voice at Interlochen camp, to building OK Go’s signature blend of jaw-dropping visuals and infectious pop hooks, Damian Kulash brings you into the heart of what makes the band tick. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just getting to know OK Go, this episode goes deep: how a love of visual art became part...
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BiB: Chris Kelly (Hillhaven) - How Lindsay Lohan Inspired My Rock Career!
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What if your entire journey as a musician started with a Lindsay Lohan movie? On this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Chris Kelly of Hillhaven, who opens up about growing up in the Philadelphia suburbs, finding inspiration in the unlikeliest places (think Freaky Friday), and the rocky path from bedroom guitarist to fronting his own band. Chris Kelly shares how music was always swirling around his family—even if it wasn’t always encouraged as a career—and how a chance at the original School of Rock set him on a path that took him from playing Pink Floyd...
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BiB: Nikitaa – From Mumbai to LA: How She Defied Tradition & Broke Into the Music Industry
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What happens when you’re the first in your family to chase a dream everyone else kept secret? On this episode of Bringin’ it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Indian singer-songwriter and producer Nikitaa—an artist who grew up in Mumbai surrounded by music, yet never saw anyone actually turn their passion into a career. That is, until she decided to break the mold. From early poetry scribbled in a black diary, to piano lessons she begged her mom for, Nikitaa opens up about leaving home for Los Angeles with more ambition than a plan, stepping into LA’s music scene wide-eyed, and...
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BiB: Doobie - Real Talk on Addiction, Recovery & Reinventing Himself with Rock
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On this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Doobie, an artist whose raw blend of rock and hip hop—and brutally honest storytelling—has built a dedicated fanbase. Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, Doobie shares how a childhood filled with his mom’s eclectic music—from Metallica to Tupac—sparked his love for genre-bending sounds. He opens up about writing poetry as a kid, turning those words into rap verses, and eventually teaching himself beat-making and engineering in high school. The conversation digs deep into how one chance encounter with a local DJ...
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BiB: Cecilia Castleman: Riffs, Truth Bombs, & Making a Record with Don Was: Road to Breakthrough
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What does it really mean to grow up in a household where songwriting isn't just a passion—it's the family business? On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with rising Nashville artist Cecilia Castleman for a raw, insightful look into her journey from Franklin, Tennessee’s cow fields to the brink of her debut album release. From picking up a guitar at age six (instead of a twenty-dollar bill for the mall) to landing a publishing deal at eighteen, Cecilia Castleman and Cecilia Castleman share how a musical family, relentless work ethic, and a willingness to keep her...
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BiB: Calvin (The Happy Fits) – Going Viral Overnight: How A DIY EP Changed Everything!
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On this episode of Bringin’ it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Calvin Langman of The Happy Fits for a candid, electric conversation about growth, vulnerability, and the wild ride from local family jams to viral indie stardom. Calvin—who grew up on a DIY farm in West Jersey surrounded by musical siblings—shares how he went from goofing off with parody songs inspired by Weird Al to writing the band’s breakout EP during high school. What started as a passion project quickly skyrocketed as their DIY artwork accidentally landed them on Spotify’s US Viral charts and brought offers...
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BiB: Alexandra Savior - How Bipolar Disorder Shaped Her Most Raw and Honest Album Yet
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What happens when everything you thought your music career would be takes a sharp left turn—not once, but over and over again? On this episode of Bringin’ it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with the wildly talented Alexandra Savior for an honest, vulnerable conversation about reinvention, resilience, and staying true to her creative self through the ups and downs of the music industry. Alexandra opens up about her journey from rainy Vancouver, Washington to New York Fashion Week as a teenager—thanks to an unexpected shoutout from Courtney Love—and the whirlwind that followed: signing...
info_outlineFrom a babysitter spinning New Found Glory records in South Florida to sharing stages with Simple Plan and State Champs, Jonathon Fraser—better known as Northbound—has crafted a story of indie grit, pop-punk spirit, and relentless drive. In this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards, Adam and Tera Lisicky sit down with Jonathon to trace his journey from anxious high schooler in Fort Lauderdale’s DIY scene to full-time solo artist in Los Angeles.
Jonathon opens up about the early days: burning CDs of bedroom-recorded singles, DIY touring in borrowed vans as a teenager, and navigating the uncertainty of going solo when his bandmates chose college over the road. He details how a chance with Animal Style Records sparked his transition from acoustic storytelling to fully-formed band recordings, eventually leading to his latest chapter with Smart Punk Records. You’ll hear about the reality of surviving the industry—touring hardships, financial risks of “making it,” and the drive to simply live comfortably through music.
Plus, Jonathon shares candid reflections on moving to LA, staying ambitious after the pandemic derailed big plans, and the lessons he’s picked up along the way. Whether you’re an aspiring artist or just love hearing the real stories behind the music, this episode is packed with hard-earned wisdom and the kind of authenticity you can only find on Bringin’ It Backwards.
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