Music Drives Us

Mickey Thomas: The Voice Behind Starship

Mickey Thomas joins the Music Drives Us Podcast to talk about his incredible journey through rock history—from his early days with the Jefferson Starship family to becomi

The Voice of The Guess Who: Burton Cummings

Join Music Drives Us for a conversation with legendary singer, songwriter, and musician Burton Cummings, the unmistakable voice behind The Guess Who. Cummings takes us in

Melissa Etheridge: Finding Strength Through Song

How do you find hope after heartbreak? In this episode, Melissa shares her personal journey through grief, the inspiration behind her music, and the stories woven into so

Michael McDonald on Music, Purpose & Legacy

Music icon Michael McDonald joins Music Drives Us for an inspiring conversation about the songs that shaped his legendary career, the artists who influenced him, and why

Pat Monahan: The Story Behind Drops of Jupiter

Pat Monahan of Train joins Jaybeau Jones on the Music Drives Us Podcast for a candid conversation about songwriting, loss, and the journey from Erie, Pennsylvania to inte

From Mozart to Metal: A Conversation with Siobhan Cronin

 In this episode of Music Drives Us, we sit down with the incredibly talented violinist and performer Siobhan Cronin, best known for her electrifying work with the cinema

Rock, Resilience & “Mony Mony” — A Conversation with Tommy James

In this episode, legendary rocker Tommy James joins us for a candid conversation about his incredible career, the stories behind iconic hits like “Mony Mony,” “Crimson an

Awake & Unfiltered: A Conversation with Sully Erna

In this candid and wide-ranging Music Drives Us Podcast episode, Sully Erna—the voice and driving force behind Godsmack—opens up about life beyond the stage. From the ban

Teen Pop Royalty: Tiffany’s Journey from Mall Tours to Music Legacy

 On this episode of the Music Drives Us Podcast, we sit down with iconic teen pop sensation Tiffany, whose voice defined a generation and whose rise to fame redefined wha

Eye of the Music: A Conversation with Jim Peterik

In this episode, Jaybeau sits down with legendary songwriter and musician Jim Peterik, the creative force behind some of rock’s most enduring anthems. From his work with

Unbreakable Beats: DMC on Addiction, Identity & Resilience

Darryl McDaniels, better known as DMC of Run DMC, opens up about one of the most difficult chapters of his life. In this episode, DMC speaks candidly about his struggle

Tell It From the Heart: A Conversation with Taylor Dayne

Pop icon Taylor Dayne joins the Music Drives Us Podcast for a conversation about longevity, authenticity, and the power of a great song. Best known for her breakout hit T

Riffs & Reinvention: Ryan Roxie on Songwriting, Creativity & Working with Alice Cooper

In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Roxie to talk about what it’s truly like working alongside shock rock legend Alice Cooper — inside one of the most iconic and theat

Barry Goudreau: From Boston to Beyond — A Life Fueled by Guitar

In this episode of the Music Drives Us Podcast, we sit down with legendary guitarist Barry Goudreau—formerly of the multi-platinum band Boston—to talk about the music, mo

Life in Six Strings: A Conversation with Host Kylie Olsson

As the face of Life in Six Strings, Kylie Olsson has built a career around meaningful conversations with some of music’s most influential artists. On this episode of the

Lou Gramm, Legendary original lead singer of Foreigner

Lou Gramm is the legendary original lead singer of Foreigner, the voice behind iconic rock anthems like “Cold as Ice,” “Hot Blooded,” “Juke Box Hero,” and “I Want to Know

Simon Kirke of Bad Company on Music, Recovery, and the Rhythm of Life

In this powerful episode of the Music Drives Us Podcast, rock legend Simon Kirke — founding drummer of Bad Company and Free — reflects on more than five decades in music

Don Barnes- The powerhouse voice and guitarist of legendary Southern rock band .38 Special

Known for his gritty vocals and fiery guitar riffs, Don Barnes helped define the band’s signature blend of arena rock energy and Southern soul. As a founding member, he c

Peter Noone: The Everlasting Voice of Herman's Hermits

 Peter Noone, born in Manchester, England, is a multi-talented entertainer who began his career as a child actor before gaining international fame as the lead singer of t

Legendary voice of Air Supply, Russell Hitchcock

With a career spanning over 40 years, Russell has helped shape the sound of soft rock with unforgettable classics like “All Out of Love,” “Even the Nights Are Better,” an