What's The Reason For This Podcast

• Episode 28 - Christopher Henry - On The Mandolin, Mindfulness & Plant Medicine

  🎙️🔥 STRAP IN for an electrifying episode as we sit down with bluegrass shredder, multi-instrumentalist, and all-around legend—Christopher Henry! 🎶🎻From growing up in a powerhouse bluegrass family to blazing his own trail in the music world, Christopher shares EPIC stories about his journey, influences, and the deeper connection between music, spirituality, and self-discovery. 🌿🎶✨💥 What to Expect in This Episode:🔥 Bluegrass Royalty & Musical Upbringing – Born into the legendary Henry family (Red & Murphy Henry), Christopher talks about learning bluegrass by ear, growing up in jam sessions, and how it shaped his powerhouse picking style. 🎻🎸⚡ Fast-Picking & Finding His Own Sound – Ever wondered how Christopher plays with lightning speed while looking cool as a cucumber? He breaks down his technique, influences, and the balance between energy and precision. 🏎️🎶🌎 From Bluegrass to Psychedelics – Christopher opens up about his transformative journeys with plant medicine in Peru, how it reshaped his perspective, and why music is more than just sound—it’s a spiritual experience. 🍃🌀🎵 The Story Behind West Dakota Rose – One of the most iconic mandolin tunes in modern bluegrass! Christopher shares the wild backstory behind the name, how it ended up in Billy Strings' setlist, and why it's become a fan-favorite. 🌹🔥👀 Teaching the Next Generation – Christopher has trained some of today’s rising bluegrass stars (including Wyatt Ellis! 🎻). He talks about the art of teaching, passing down bluegrass tradition, and how students inspire him daily. 🎶📚🎤 Where to Catch Him Next! – Whether it's jamming with Jason Carter & Michael Cleveland or stepping on stage with Billy Strings, Christopher shares where you can see him LIVE and what’s next for him in music! 🎸🎶🎧 HIT PLAY NOW and join the ride! This episode is PACKED with incredible stories, deep insights, and some serious bluegrass wisdom you won’t want to miss!💬 Drop a comment with your favorite Christopher Henry tune & don’t forget to subscribe! 🎙️✨👇👇👇#WhatsTheReasonForThis #ChristopherHenry #BluegrassShredder #WestDakotaRose #BillyStrings #MandolinMagic #PlantMedicine #PickinAndGrinnin #PodcastLife 🎶🔥

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• Episode 27 - Peter Rowan - Bluegrass, Buddhism, and a Life in Music

  Strap in for an EPIC episode as we sit down with one of the most influential voices in bluegrass and Americana—the legendary Peter Rowan! 🤠🎻🔥For over six decades, Peter has been at the heart of music history, playing alongside icons like Bill Monroe, Jerry Garcia, David Grisman, and more! In this episode, we dive deep into his journey, inspirations, and philosophies, covering everything from Buddhism to bluegrass, Hawaii to honky-tonks, and everything in between! 🌎🎶🧘‍♂️💥 What to Expect in This Episode:🎸 From Bill Monroe to Billy Strings – Peter talks about his start with Bill Monroe & The Bluegrass Boys and how bluegrass has evolved into today’s scene with artists like Billy Strings & Molly Tuttle! 🔥🎶🧘‍♂️ Breathwork, Buddhism & Keeping His Voice Strong – Want to know the secret behind Peter’s incredible voice at 82 years old? It’s all about breathing, Buddhist mantras, and vocal discipline—no tinctures or fancy remedies required! 🕉️🎤🌎 Music Without Borders – Peter has explored Tex-Mex, Hawaiian slack-key, blues, country, folk, and even reggae! 🇲🇽🌺🎶 He shares how different cultures have influenced his sound and how music is a universal language.🎵 The Magic of Songwriting – From “Panama Red” to “Midnight Moonlight”, Peter talks about how he writes songs, co-writing with young talents like Wyatt Ellis, and how inspiration finds you when you’re ready for it. ✍️🌙🍄 Psychedelics, Sobriety & Spirituality – Peter opens up about his past experiences with psychedelics, why he stepped away, and how clarity of mind fuels his creativity today. 🌿☕🧘🔥 Upcoming Album & Tour Dates! – Peter gives us the inside scoop on his new album, "Tales of the Free Mexican Airforce" with Los TexManiacs 🇲🇽🎶, plus where you can catch him live in 2025! 🎤🚐🎧 Hit play now & join the conversation! This episode is packed with wisdom, history, humor, and musical magic you won’t want to miss!💬 Drop a comment with your favorite Peter Rowan song & don’t forget to subscribe! 🎙️✨👇👇👇#WhatsTheReasonForThis #PeterRowan #BluegrassLegend #MusicWithoutBorders #BuddhistBluegrass #PanamaRed #BillyStrings #JerryGarcia #AmericanaMusic #PodcastLife 🎶🔥

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• Episode 26 - Welcome To Atlanta - Our Wild Weekend Recap

  Buckle up, because this episode is packed with mystery, music, and absolute mayhem! 🤠🔎🎶 The crew is back with unfiltered stories, unexpected twists, and plenty of laughs as they recap a wild boys' trip to Atlanta and a murder mystery dinner gone off the rails in Denver.From dodging snowstorms to rocking out at a Billy Strings show, and even debating who the real murderer was at a dinner theater, this episode is a chaotic mix of adventure, inside jokes, and pure entertainment. 🎸🎤🔹 What’s in Store for This Episode?🎭 Murder Mystery Gone Wild – Tyler and Shay hit up a Western-style dinner theater in Denver, where Tyler’s over-the-top cowboy costume had everyone convinced he was part of the show. Was the mystery solved, or did they rewrite the ending themselves? 🤔🔫🍽️🎶 Billy Strings, Train Songs & Setlist Breakdowns – The Atlanta crew braves 14 inches of snow ❄️ just to make it to the airport for a trip to see Billy Strings live in Georgia. They break down the setlists, insane performances, and why train songs are dominating the tour 🚂🔥.😂 Concert Shenanigans & Fan Encounters – From awkward audience interactions to full-on matchmaking attempts, the guys share the funniest and weirdest moments with fellow fans—including an unexpected “orange exchange” 🍊👀.🍕 Late-Night Chaos – What happens when you mix exhaustion, a $70 pizza order, and a reality TV binge? Absolute madness. The hotel room recap is one for the books, including Jared’s battle to sleep while Kodi leads a 4 AM rewatch of the concert. 🛏️📺🤣💰 A Huge Win for the Community – The team gives an update on their massive fundraising effort, which raised over $25,000 for a great cause. Learn how they connected with the family and how the money is helping to keep Drew’s name alive ❤️👏.🎧 Don’t Miss Out!This episode has everything—music, mystery, mayhem, and a whole lot of nonsense. Whether you're a Billy Strings fan, love a good mystery, or just enjoy chaotic storytelling, this one’s for you!🎶 Hit play now and join the fun! And don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share so you never miss an episode of What’s The Reason For This! ⭐🎙️👉 Follow us on social media & let us know: What’s YOUR favorite Billy Strings song? #WhatsTheReasonForThis #Podcast #BillyStrings #MurderMystery #ConcertLife #PodcastAdventures

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• Episode 25 - BMFSDB - A Database For Billy Strings Fans By Goats

  🎧 Billy Strings fans, this one’s for you! 🎧This week on What's The Reason For This, Kodi and Shay dive deep into the world of BMFSDB with an exclusive interview featuring Todd and Becky—the dedicated duo behind Billy Motha Fu#$in Strings Data Base, the ultimate fan-created Billy Strings database! 🎶💙From casual fans to the masterminds behind this go-to resource, Todd and Becky take us on their journey, sharing behind-the-scenes insights, community-driven initiatives, and how YOU can be a part of it. Here’s what’s in store:🗓️ The Birth of BMFSDB The FIRST Billy Data Base – Todd and Becky walk us through their musical journeys and how their passion for Billy Strings led them to create BMFSDB in late 2021. 🎸💡🤝 A Community-Driven Hub – Discover how fan interaction fuels BMFSDB, with comments, upvotes, show annotations, and a space for fans to contribute their knowledge and memories. 📝🎤💻 Behind the Code – Get a peek under the hood! Todd and Becky break down the technical side of BMFSDB, what it takes to maintain and improve it, and why they need contributors to help keep it thriving. 🖥️⚙️🎨 Get Involved! – Want to leave your mark? BMFSDB is running a logo design contest, giving fans a chance to contribute to the visual identity of the database. 🏆🖌️🎶 Collaboration with Train Songs – Learn how BMFSDB is making waves in the music world, teaming up with Train Songs to expand the reach of Billy’s music history. 🚂🎵🎤 Fan Favorites & The Future – Todd and Becky share their all-time favorite Billy Strings songs and give us a glimpse into what’s next for BMFSDB. The future is bright! 🔮✨🌟 This episode is all about fan dedication, collaboration, and the power of music bringing people together. Whether you're a longtime Billy fan or just discovering the magic, you won’t want to miss this deep dive into one of the most passionate fan-driven projects out there! 🎶🔥🎧 Tune in, get inspired, and join the movement! #BMFS #BMFSDB #BillyStrings #FanPower #WhatsTheReasonForThis

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• Episode 24 - Train Songz - The Conductor & Promontory Paul

  🚂🎶 All Aboard the Train Songz Express! 🎶🚂This week on What’s The Reason For This, we’re joined by the mysterious masterminds behind the beloved bluegrass meme page-turned-print zine, Train Songz—aka Promontory Paul and The Conductor! 🎩🤫While they may stay anonymous (sorry, no face reveals!), their passion for music, history, and deep-cut train tracks is front and center in this episode. If you’re a fan of Billy Strings, old-time bluegrass, and the art of print media, this one’s for you!🎙️ What We Talk About:📜 The Origin of Train Songz – What started as a punny tweet (with zero engagement, by the way 😆) transformed into an online community, and later, a full-fledged quarterly print zine! But why did they move from memes to ink and paper? They break down the evolution and why tactile, tangible media still matters in a digital age. 📰📊 Train Song Stats & The Art of Music Baseball – If you thought baseball stats were detailed, wait until you hear how these guys track train-related songs played at Billy’s shows. From most frequently played train tunes (shoutout to "Slow Train" 🚂) to legendary one-off performances (👀 April 13th, Tampa—we’re looking at you 👀), these guys are crunching the numbers like true setlist analysts.💌 The Joy of Holding a Physical Zine – In an age where most people are doom-scrolling on their phones 📱, these guys are keeping print media alive. From the hand-folded early editions to full-on artist-commissioned covers, they discuss the beauty of holding something tangible and why fans love flipping through Billy Strings setlist breakdowns, music history deep dives, and incredible original artwork. 🎨🤝 Building a Community Within the Community – Train Songz isn’t just about Billy Strings—it’s about amplifying the bluegrass scene as a whole. Whether it’s highlighting bands like Mountain Grass Unit, showcasing lesser-known train ballads, or connecting artists and fans, they’re using their platform to spread the love for bluegrass far and wide. 💙📬 How to Get Your Hands on the Zine – Whether you want a one-time issue, a full-year subscription, or even a free copy (yep, they’re committed to getting this in people’s hands regardless of their budget), you can grab yours at zine.trainsongs.net. The sliding scale pricing model keeps it accessible, and if you’re lucky, you might even snag one on lot at a show!🔥 If you’re a Billy Strings fan, a stats nerd, a bluegrass historian, or just someone who loves seeing passionate people build something special, this episode is a must-listen! 🎧Grab your conductor’s hat, pull out your harmonica, and hop aboard the Train Songz Express! 🚂🎶 And of course… DON’T THROW YOUR FREAKIN’ TRAIN WHISTLES AT BILLY! 🚫🎺Want to support Train Songz? 🔗 Subscribe to the zine at zine.trainsongs.net 💰 📩 Get your hands on a free copy if needed—they just want to share the love! 💙 📲 Follow them on Instagram @Train_Songz to stay on track 🚆

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