What happens when you tell the world you’re going to be a singer at age five—and then actually make it happen? In this episode of Bringin’ it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Alexandra (Lexi Norton) of Echos to uncover the story behind her music journey that started in a…
Get ready to see a side of OK Go you’ve never heard before. On this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Damian Kulash, frontman of the Grammy-winning icons behind some of the most creative music videos ever made. From growing up in the DC punk scene,…
What if your entire journey as a musician started with a Lindsay Lohan movie? On this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Chris Kelly of Hillhaven, who opens up about growing up in the Philadelphia suburbs, finding inspiration in the unlikeliest places (think Freaky Friday), and…
What happens when you’re the first in your family to chase a dream everyone else kept secret? On this episode of Bringin’ it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Indian singer-songwriter and producer Nikitaa—an artist who grew up in Mumbai surrounded by music, yet never saw anyone actually turn their…
On this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Doobie, an artist whose raw blend of rock and hip hop—and brutally honest storytelling—has built a dedicated fanbase. Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, Doobie shares how a childhood filled with his mom’s eclectic music—from Metallica to Tupac—sparked…
What does it really mean to grow up in a household where songwriting isn't just a passion—it's the family business? On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with rising Nashville artist Cecilia Castleman for a raw, insightful look into her journey from Franklin, Tennessee’s cow fields…
On this episode of Bringin’ it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Calvin Langman of The Happy Fits for a candid, electric conversation about growth, vulnerability, and the wild ride from local family jams to viral indie stardom. Calvin—who grew up on a DIY farm in West Jersey surrounded by…
What happens when everything you thought your music career would be takes a sharp left turn—not once, but over and over again? On this episode of Bringin’ it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with the wildly talented Alexandra Savior for an honest, vulnerable conversation about reinvention, resilience, and staying true…
Welcome back to Bringin’ It Backwards, the podcast where legendary and rising artists share their stories before the stardom. In this episode, Adam Lisicky sits down with Elliot—better known as M.A.G.S.—to talk about reinvention, collaboration, and finding new creative life in familiar songs. A couple years after his album Destroyer…
On this episode of "Bringin' It Backwards," Adam Lisicky sits down with Wesko, a country artist whose music journey is anything but typical. Growing up in a tiny town in eastern North Carolina with no musical lineage, Wesko didn't even pick up a guitar until he was 19—and that was…
Ever wondered what it’s like to risk it all for your dream before you even finish high school? On this episode of Bringin’ it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Simone Simons, powerhouse vocalist of the symphonic metal band Epica. Simone opens up about her humble beginnings in the Netherlands—where…
What happens when you trade a neuroscience degree at UCLA for the unpredictable world of music? On this episode of Bringin’ it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with singer-songwriter Isabella Kensington—a rising artist whose million-plus TikTok following and viral covers are just the beginning of her story. Raised in London…
Ready for a dose of true backstage energy? In this episode of Bringin’ it Backwards, Adam Lisicky welcomes rising pop powerhouse Madelline for a conversation packed with personal grit, creative breakthroughs, and the real story behind her genre-blending journey. From growing up in Connecticut surrounded by music and art, to…
Ever wondered what it’s like to go from a tiny hamlet in England to the heart of Manhattan—and then channel all those big feelings into powerful, honest music? On this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Ella Rosa, an artist whose journey might just inspire you…
On this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards, host Adam Lisicky reconnects with Caroline Grace Vein (Blondestandard) for an honest, inspiring conversation about resilience, creativity, and the journey of an artist. Nearly three years after her breakthrough debut “Blue Eyes,” Caroline opens up about navigating health challenges—including a diagnosis of Hodgkin’s…
Welcome back to Bringin’ It Backwards, the podcast where we dig deep into the journeys that turned aspiring artists into legends—and where you get the inside story, straight from the source. On this episode, host Adam Lisicky sits down with Waylon Reavis of A Killer’s Confession, a voice you might…
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when an artist goes all-in—risking comfort for creativity, clarity for chaos, and ultimately, artistic evolution—this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards is for you. Adam Lisicky sits down for a long-awaited catch-up with Hannah Fairlight, the singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and actor whose journey takes us from…
On this episode of Bringin’ It Backwards, Adam sits down with Zahna—a resilient rock artist whose journey is anything but typical. Born in Monterrey, Mexico, Zahna moved with her family to Ohio before spending a pivotal year in Mexico to reconnect with her roots. After settling in Texas, music quickly…
On this episode of "Bringin' it Backwards," Adam and Tera Lisicky sit down with Gannon Fremin of Gannon Fremin and CCREV for an honest, down-to-earth conversation about chasing dreams, building a band from the ground up, and the realities of making it in the music industry. Gannon shares how growing…
What does it take to turn a love of music into a thriving band, and why do some artists find their truest path only when they let go of what they thought they wanted? On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam sits down with Oliver Pierce and Isaac Midleton…
Welcome back to Bringin’ It Backwards, the podcast where rising and legendary artists share their real stories and spill the secrets behind their journeys to stardom. In this episode, Adam welcomes back singer-songwriter Cate Turner for an unprecedented fourth appearance—making her the reigning record holder for most visits to the…
From writing diss tracks in high school to racking up over 150 million streams on Spotify, Chri$tian Gate$ has carved out a lane of his own in the music world—powered by authenticity and a bit of bravado. On this episode of Bringin’ it Backwards, Adam and Tera Lisicky take you…
From viral TikTok moments at Coachella to a billboard stunt that had the internet talking, IZZA's been turning heads with her creative, bold approach to pop music—and storytelling. In this episode of Bringin’ it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Los Angeles-born IZZA as she shares her journey from growing…
What happens when a teenage metalhead from a quiet Swedish suburb grabs a guitar, jumps on a local bus with his friends—and some of the biggest names in Scandinavian metal—and decides to rewrite the soundtrack of modern metal? On today’s episode of Bringin’ it Backwards, Adam and Tera Lisicky sit…