In the Spotlight - Season 3 - Ep. 20 with Mercy Music - A Powered By Rock Podcast Short

In the Spotlight - Season 3 - Ep. 20 with Mercy Music - A Powered By Rock Podcast Short

Author: Powered By Rock December 23, 2022 Duration: 10:57

Hey there, it’s Isaac from Powered By Rock here to bring Brendan, Jarred and Rye from Mercy Music into the spotlight for a few minutes, and make them sweat with some on-the-spot questions.

Welcome, guys. Are you ready to be put in the spotlight?

1 - Okay, I know during the Palapalooza Podcast you guys were asked to name some of your favorite Vegas bands, and that you kinda forgot some of the bands you wanted to mention. Here’s your shot to redeem yourself. Name as many awesome Vegas bands as you can in 30 seconds…

2 - In the spirit of the movie Old School, if you guys had to compete in a sort of 3-event competition in order to show that your band is the worthy of its own fraternity what would the 3 non-instrument playing events be, and who is in each event?

  • Weight lifting - Jarred
  • Fashion show - Brendan
  • Dance battle - Rye

3 - What one musician who is alive would each of you most like to meet?

4 - If you could make a wish and change something about the Las Vegas music scene to make it better, what would it be?

5 - Being married and having kids makes it tough to be in a full-time band. How hard is it going to be to leave your families behind when you guys have a world tour after the new album comes out?

I want to thank the guys from Mercy Music for stepping In the Spotlight and answering these hot seat questions.

Make sure to go to the show notes below this episode for links to the music and watch our full podcast interview as well!

Until we see you again for the next episode,

Rock on!


Intro Music: "Colorado" by Birds Love Filters

Outro Music: "Snail Mail" by Speedway Sleeper

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Mercy Music's Links: https://linktr.ee/Mercymusic


Tune in to The Powered By Rock Podcast for a raw and genuine look at the world of independent rock music. Host Isaac Kuhlman sits down with DIY musicians and bands who are building their careers from the ground up, offering a platform for their stories that you won't find anywhere else. These conversations go far beyond typical interviews; you'll hear firsthand about the life experiences, struggles, and creative triumphs that fuel their music. Each episode digs into the substance behind the sound, weaving in discussions about music theory and the broader landscape of rock without ever getting too academic or dry. The whole point of this podcast is to preserve and celebrate the spirit of rock that has inspired generations, ensuring those authentic voices and their stories are passed along. Expect a mix of insightful commentary and spontaneous, often humorous, moments that reflect the unpredictable nature of the genre itself. It’s a passionate and personal exploration for anyone who believes rock is more than just background noise-it's a living, breathing force powered by the people who make it.
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