Grooves of Influence
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Podcast Overview
<p>Laid-back conversations with artists, producers and DJs about the one album that shaped them most. This single choice sparks an open, free-flowing discussion that wanders through creative process, music memories, artist journeys and whatever else the music stirs up. Presented by Nostalgic Groove</p>
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March 9, 2026
Ep 23 | The Party by Andy Shauf | Raegan Leilani
<p>Raegan Leilani joins Grooves of Influence to talk about The Party by Andy Shauf and why its layered storytelling, shifting perspectives, and subtle character connections make it her most influential album. We discuss honest songwriting, writing from emotion instead of perfection, and how songs can stay personal while still leaving room for listeners to find their own meaning. Raegan also shares how her band helped shape songs in the studio, how she writes through voice memos and instinct, and why jazz, pop, and vulnerability all meet in her music. A thoughtful conversation about storytelling, production, interpretation, and learning to trust what comes naturally.<br /><br />Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/raeganleilani/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/raeganleilani/</a><br /><br />Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/5odMVdV5SmuJJzWbgDuBsX?si=i1zGLF2wSfa7XbBYE8z1_A" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/artist/5odMVdV5SmuJJzWbgDuBsX?si=i1zGLF2wSfa7XbBYE8z1_A</a><br /><br />Apple Music: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://music.apple.com/us/artist/raegan-leilani/1730148094" target="_blank">https://music.apple.com/us/artist/raegan-leilani/1730148094</a><br /><br />Upcoming Concert Tickets: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://raeganleilani.com/show-dates" target="_blank">https://raeganleilani.com/show-dates</a><br /><br />00:00 Podcast Intro | Grooves of Influence Music Podcast<br /><br />00:19 Raegan Leilani Interview | Jazz Pop Sound and Musical Style<br /><br />01:06 Most Influential Album: The Party by Andy Shauf<br /><br />02:33 Andy Shauf’s The Party | Hidden Storylines and Album Concept<br /><br />03:20 Songwriting from Different Perspectives<br /><br />04:15 Favorite Storyline from The Party Album<br /><br />06:44 Interpreting Characters in Andy Shauf’s The Party<br /><br />07:40 Songwriting Tips | How Specific Should Lyrics Be?<br /><br />08:49 Raegan Leilani Songwriting Process<br /><br />09:33 How Raegan Leilani’s Songs Come Together<br /><br />10:26 Studio Recording Process with Her Band<br /><br />11:32 Writing “Keep It Boring Girl” | Songwriting Story<br /><br />12:12 Writing Introspective Songs and Simple Emotions<br /><br />13:36 The Magician | Mystery in Andy Shauf’s The Party<br /><br />14:58 Discovering Andy Shauf Through Clarinet<br /><br />15:55 How Raegan Leilani Met Her Band<br /><br />17:13 Growing Up with Jazz and Playing Clarinet<br /><br />18:20 Jazz Influence in Raegan Leilani’s Music<br /><br />19:13 Michael Bublé and Early Music Influences<br /><br />20:26 Funny Story About Only Watching Movie Sequels<br /><br />21:44 Listening to Your Own Music After Releasing It<br /><br />22:25 Sharing Personal Songs with Family<br /><br />23:36 How Raegan Hopes Listeners Connect with Her Music<br /><br />24:45 Favorite Songs from The Party by Andy Shauf<br /><br />25:57 “Alexander All Alone” | The Ending of The Party<br /><br />27:07 The Party Album Artwork and Character Connections<br /><br />28:03 Production Style and Waltz Rhythm in The Party<br /><br />28:59 Where to Find Raegan Leilani | Tour and Music Links</p>
February 23, 2026
Ep 22 | I Love the Blues, She Heard Me Cry | Jacob Bruner (Sugar Bomb)
<p>Jacob of Sugar Bomb joins Grooves of Influence to talk about improvisation, musical freedom, and choosing I Love the Blues She Heard Me Cry by George Duke as his most influential album. We discuss what jazz means today, why listenability and experimentation are always in tension, and how a great performance can make a whole room feel present together. Jacob shares how Sugar Bomb’s songs evolve on the road before they hit the studio, why live recordings can reveal a song’s real identity, and what it looks like to build a sound without getting boxed into one genre. A thoughtful conversation about groove, arranging, deep listening, and staying curious as a musician.<br /></p><p>Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/sugarbombjazz/?hl=en" target="_blank">@Sugarbombjazz</a><br /></p><p>Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sugarbomb.band" target="_blank">https://www.sugarbomb.band</a><br /></p><p>Youtube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@sugarbombjazz" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@sugarbombjazz</a></p><p><br />00:18 Meeting Jacob of Sugar Bomb</p><p>00:48 How Sugar Bomb Describes Their Sound</p><p>01:28 What Jazz Means Now</p><p>03:17 Choosing George Duke as His Most Influential Album</p><p>03:31 Why I Love the Blues She Heard Me Cry Matters</p><p>07:01 What Sugar Bomb Wants the Audience to Feel Live</p><p>10:08 Soft Moments vs Festival Energy</p><p>10:28 Recording the Second Record and Touring Songs First</p><p>12:42 Rubber Studio vs Live Version and Why It Changes</p><p>14:41 Improvisation, Head Charts, and Keeping It Fresh</p><p>16:49 George Duke Songs Sugar Bomb Wants to Play</p><p>18:10 Freedom in Music and Why It Matters</p><p>25:33 Balancing Experimentation and Listenability</p><p>31:39 Why Everyone Should Check Out George Duke</p><p>35:47 There Is Always More Music to Discover</p><p>35:57 Where to Find Sugar Bomb and How to Support Them</p><p>37:25 Upcoming Releases and Timeline for the Next Album</p><p>38:15 The Sugar Bomb Video Game and What’s Next<br /><br />Photo Credits: Tyler Franz</p>
January 26, 2026
Ep 21 | Pink Moon by Nick Drake | Fiona (Whisper Doll)
<p>Fiona of Whisper Doll joins Grooves of Influence to talk about finding community, building a band in Brooklyn, and choosing Pink Moon by Nick Drake as her most influential album. We discuss honest songwriting, vulnerability over perfection, and how discovering Nick Drake during COVID shaped her approach to music and lyricism. Fiona shares stories about writing late at night, recording voice memos, and using instrumentation to help tell emotional stories. A warm conversation about creativity, nature, spiritual curiosity, and learning to trust your instincts as an artist.</p><p></p><p>Linktree: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/whisperdoll" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/whisperdoll</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/whisperdoll" target="_blank"><br /></a>Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/whisperd0ll/" target="_blank">@whisperd0ll</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/whisperd0ll/" target="_blank"><br /></a>Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://whisperdoll.neocities.org/" target="_blank">https://whisperdoll.neocities.org/</a><br /><br />00:00 Meeting Fiona of Whisperdoll – Brooklyn Shoegaze Dream Pop Band Introduction</p><p>00:52 Forming Whisperdoll & Finding the Brooklyn Indie Music Scene</p><p>02:32 Choosing Nick Drake – Pink Moon | Most Influential Album Discussion</p><p>03:52 Vulnerability Over Perfection in Honest Songwriting</p><p>06:22 Nature, Spirituality & Meaning in Lyrics | Creative Process in Music</p><p>08:02 Favorite Tracks on Pink Moon (Nick Drake Album Breakdown)</p><p>09:57 Writing Late at Night, Voice Memos & Music Inspiration</p><p>12:27 Trusting Instincts & Writing Honest Songs</p><p>14:12 Building Community Through Music</p><p>16:42 Using Instruments to Tell Emotional Stories</p><p>19:12 Band Collaboration & Expanding a Shoegaze Dream Pop Sound</p><p>22:42 Advice for Independent Artists Seeking Community</p><p>25:32 Where to Find Whisperdoll + Upcoming Album</p>
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<p>Laid-back conversations with artists, producers and DJs about the one album that shaped them most. This single choice sparks an open, free-flowing discussion that wanders through creative process, music memories, artist journeys and whatever else the music stirs up. Presented by Nostalgic Groove</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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