The Sunshine Hour: Recent Episodes
Maddy Campbell
Need some new music inspiration? Join radio host and budding journalist Maddy Campbell as she shines light on up and coming musicians, from TikTok sensations to indie rockers, and everything in between. Listen to The Sunshine Hour as she digs into the creative process, vulnerability in songwriting, and how to not succumb to your inner critic. Tune in on Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts and follow us on instagram @thesunshinehourpod :) Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thesunshinehour/support
In this episode, Maddy talks to the teen pop-rock sensation from Seattle, THEM. The under-22 crew, Thompson, Hudson, Ellie, and Maia, make up the girl band, each playing instruments and collaborating on songs. They've shared the stage with superstars like Charlie XCX and Dayglow but have cemented themselves into the Seattle indie music scene. In their debut EP, the car, the quartet proves that talent is well-spent on the young. Songs like Sunset Blvd. and rearview illustrate the power of fleeting love over intricate harmonies and pop-synth sounds. Be sure to follow the band (@theband.them) and the podcast (thesunshinepod) on Instagram. Stay sunny!
This episode stars Becca Harvey, better known as Girlpuppy, a budding singer/songwriter from Atlanta, GA. Through her debut album, When I'm Alone, she explores lost loves, anxiety in relationships, the power of friendship, and making peace with who you are. From quarantine bedroom star to performing on the road, Becca reminisces about coming into her own as an artist. Be sure to follow the singer (@girrlpuppy) and the podcast (thesunshinepod) on Instagram. Stay sunny!
In this episode, I talk to Hotel Fiction, the dreamy rock duo from Athens, GA, comprised of Jade Long and Jessica Thompson. After discussing how they chose a band name and found their sound, we dove into the tracks of their debut album Soft Focus. We explorethe elusiveness of inspiration, taking care of yourself on tour, and what is next for the duo that defies stereotypical pop sounds with classic rock inspiration and lyrics that are profoundly human. Be sure to follow the duo on Spotify and Instagram (@hotelfiction) and us (@thesunshinehourpod). Stay sunny folks!
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In this episode, Maddy talks to Nashville newbie Kaitlin Cantrell about breaking into the industry, escaping imposter syndrome, and how Taylor Swift raised an entire generation of songwriters. The Birthday Card singer reviews the songs on her debut album "at what point is love enough?", collaborating on the TikTok sensation Birthday Card, and how she intends to return to long-form media. Follow her on Spotify and Instagram to keep up with her and her new music.
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In this episode, Maddy talks to Talking to Myself singer Gatlin. Known for her confession-style lyrics, raw storytelling, and pop synth production, we catch up and chat about the Nashville-based singer's life on tour, her country influence, and new song "2000 Miles."
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