Music Festivals Podcast

Nate Riggs
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Music Festivals Podcast is a weekly podcast available on Spotify, Amazon, Apple, iHeart Radio and in your email inbox that helps avid festival-goers and live music enthusiasts stay in the know on the music festival scene with comprehensive guides, insider interviews and behind-the-scenes stories so that they can discover new festivals and plan to have truly transcendent festival experiences. Each episode dives into the latest music festival lineups, dates, and ticket options, ensuring you're well-prepared before you go. From festival camping tips and the best festival venues to the latest in festival fashion, we've got you covered. Plus, for those who can't make it in person, we explore how to stream music festivals, bringing the magic of live performances right to your ears. Subscribe wherever your get your podcasts, make sure to tune each episode and become the festival insider you were always meant to be!

  1. 1D AGO

    Adonis Guava of Guavatron on the South Florida Jamtronica Scene & Whippersnap Fest Shows

    Adonis Guava of Guavatron joins us live at the festival to talk Florida roots, and the #jamtronica scene, improvisation on stage, and what fans can expect when the band returns to  @WhippersnapFest  2026. Our talk gets into touring highlights, new music, and the evolving Guavatron sound. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE for VIDEOS 📺 @musicfestivalspodcast Like MFP? Please support the show 🙏🫠https://buymeacoffee.com/musicfestivalspodcastFind Guavatron  YouTube: @guavatron  Don't Miss Whippersnap 2026. Low Ticket Alert 🚨https://whippersnapfest.com@WhippersnapFest Want to get your brand in front of festival audiences nationwide? Get in touch! 👉 https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/sponsorshttps://buymeacoffee.com/musicfestivalspodcastFind Forever #Grateful to all our Presenting Sponsors 🙏 The Florida Sand Music Ranch 🏕️ https://bit.ly/florida-sand-music-ranch The Will McLean Foundation https://willmclean.comhttps://www.facebook.com/willmcleanfestival DLaw Coffee ☕️ Fuel the Music 🎶 Order now https://bit.ly/Get-DLaw-Coffee @DLAWCoffeeCompany RV Camper? 👉 Download Harvest Hosts for FREE over night stays https://bit.ly/harvest-hosts-MFP@HarvestHosts KEY MOMENTS ⏯️ 0:00 Welcome to Episode 70 – Live from Whippersnap 20262:05 South Florida Spotlight – Introducing Guavatron4:40 Peace Love Vans Florida 2026 Preview11:30 D-Law Coffee Sponsor Feature13:10 Meet Adonis Guava – The Story Behind the Name15:00 The South Florida Jam Scene Explained17:30 Jamtronica Influences – Disco Biscuits, STS9 & More20:15 How Guavatron Builds 30-Minute Improvised Jams24:40 The Energy Connection Between Band & Audience29:10 2025 Touring Highlights & Northeast Run33:45 Whippersnap History & Orange Blossom Jamboree Legacy37:30 Guava Fest 2026 Announcement + Fully Improvised Set41:00 Upcoming Southeast Tour Dates45:30 Closing Thoughts + Live Stream DetailsMusic Bed 🙏Holly Bowling - Dark Star Jubilee 2024 https://bit.ly/holly-bowling-set-DSJ24 ------------------------------ #florida #musicfestivals #musicfestival2025 #musicfestivalspodcast #florida #floridamusicscene #floridamusic #livemusic #musicfestival2025 #festivalvibes #harvesthosts #livestreamfestival #guavatron #jamtronica #peacelovevans, #jambands #festival #festivalvibes #festivallife #festivevibes #festiveseason #festivals

    30 min

  2. FEB 9

    Tom Hamilton is Goin' Down the Road: Inside his New Album "I'm Your Vampire"

    In episode 69 of Music Festivals Podcast, Tom Hamilton (JRAD, Billy & the Kids) joins Music Festivals Podcast to talk touring, and the inspiration behind his new debut solo album 'I’m Your Vampire'. We also talk about shows past and some of the amazing musicians involved who are no longer with us .. and of course, what they taught us. You'll see clips from last year's JRAD show at the All Good Festival, and learn all about Tom's new SiriusXM show Goin’ Down the Road. This was a great conversation...SUBSCRIBE 📺 @musicfestivalspodcast Like MFP? Please support the show 🙏🫠https://buymeacoffee.com/musicfestivalspodcastFind Tom Hamiltonhttps://www.tomhamiltonjr.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@trhjuniorhttps://www.youtube.com/c/JoeRussosAlmostDead'I'm Your Vampire' 🎧https://ffm.to/imyourvampire.OWE------Want to get your brand in front of festival audiences nationwide? Get in touch! 👉 https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/contact------Forever #Grateful to all our Presenting Sponsors 🙏The Florida Sand Music Ranch 🏕️ https://bit.ly/florida-sand-music-ranchThe Will McLean Foundation 🙏https://willmclean.comhttps://www.facebook.com/willmcleanfestival/DLaw Coffee ☕️ Fuel the Musichttps://bit.ly/Get-DLaw-Coffee @DLAWCoffeeCompany  Don't Miss Whippersnap 2026. Low Ticket Alert 🚨https://whippersnapfest.com @WhippersnapFest  RV Camper? 👉 Download Harvest Hosts for FREE over night stayshttps://bit.ly/harvest-hosts-MFP @HarvestHosts  KEY MOMENTS ⏯️------------------------Production Credits 🙏Music Festivals Podcast is a Production of NRMedia Group, LLC https://www.nrmedia.bizIntro Music Bed 🙏Holly Bowling - Dark Star Jubilee 2024https://bit.ly/holly-bowling-set-DSJ24https://www.hollybowling.com/‪@HollyBowling‬ -------------------------------#florida #musicfestivals #musicfestival2025 #musicfestivalspodcast #florida #floridamusicscene #floridamusic #livemusic #musicfestival2025 #festivalvibes #harvesthosts #livestreamfestival #JRAD

    31 min

  3. JAN 24

    Beginners Guide to Hammock Camping — #HangCon 2026 Festival Recap

    In episode 68 of Music Festivals Podcast, we're recapping #HangCon 2026 — the Worlds biggest Hammock Camping convention, that takes place each year at the Florida Sand Music Ranch. SUBSCRIBE 📺 @musicfestivalspodcast Like MFP? Please support the show 🙏🫠https://buymeacoffee.com/musicfestiva...The episode also sheds a light on The Will McLean Foundation, a Florida non-profit organization that has a vision and mission to “save Florida through music” by honoring, preserving, and advancing the state’s unique cultural, historical, and environmental stories through original song, folklore, and musical education.If you’re curious about the world of Hammock Camping — you’re in the right neighborhood.------Want to get your brand in front of festival audiences nationwide? Get in touch! 👉 https://musicfestivalspodcast.com------We're Forever #Grateful to all our Presenting Sponsors 🙏Catch a Festival at the Florida Sand Music Ranch 🏕️ https://bit.ly/florida-sand-music-ranchSupport the Will McLean Foundation 🙏https://willmclean.comDLaw Coffee ☕️ Fuel the Musichttps://bit.ly/Get-DLaw-Coffee@dlawcoffeecompany Don't Miss Whippersnap 2026. Low Ticket Alert 🚨https://whippersnapfest.com @WhippersnapFest  RV Camper? 👉 Download Harvest Hosts for FREE over night stayshttps://bit.ly/harvest-hosts-MFP @HarvestHosts  IN THE EPISODEPineconeVA's Channel@pineconeva⁩ Shug's Channel​@shugemery⁩ Fire & Ice Outdoors - John’s Interviewhttps://fireandiceoutdoors.net/ @FireandIceOutdoorGear  Warbonnet Outdoors - Brandon’s Interviewhttps://www.warbonnetoutdoors.com @kbwaddy  HangConhttps://www.hangcon.com/KEY MOMENTS ⏯️0:00 - Show Intro0:28 - Episode intro0:55 - Will McLean Foundation Annual Meeting2:04 - MFP Presenting Sponsors3:55 - #HangCon Interviews4:50 - Whippersnap Promo5:48 - Interview with  @pineconeva  on Hammock Camping6:50 - Types of Camping Hammocks8:04 - Hammock Mechanics 8:30 - Hanging In There: A Cold Hangcon 2026 🥶9:35 - How to Stay Warm in a Camping Hammock10:09 - The Proper Technique for Peeing from a Hammock11:26 - Gear Recommendations for Beginners15:15 - Getting Through the Learning Curve15:59 - Hammock Camping Online Resources16:23 -  @shugmany  — The Hammock Camping Guru20:00 - Why  @Pinecone  ?21:11 - Show Close & Up Next Week------------------------Production Credits 🙏Music Festivals Podcast is a Production of NRMedia Group, LLC https://www.nrmedia.bizIntro Music Bed 🙏Holly Bowling - Dark Star Jubilee 2024https://bit.ly/holly-bowling-set-DSJ24https://www.hollybowling.com/‪@HollyBowling‬ -------------------------------#florida #musicfestivals #musicfestival2025 #musicfestivalspodcast #florida #floridamusicscene #floridamusic #livemusic #musicfestival2025 #festivalvibes #harvesthosts #livestreamfestival

    23 min

  4. JAN 23

    Mountain Grass Unit's Mandolin Player is Obsessed with Coffee

    In episode 67 of Music Festivals Podcast, I sit down with Drury Anderson — mandolin picker and lead vocalist of Mountain Grass Unit — for a conversation that goes far beyond the stage and into the roasted and caffeinated mind of this break out bluegrass musician and his Alabama-based side venture, DLaw Coffee Company.We're also checking in from the Start of of #HangCon 2026 — the Worlds Largest Hammock Camping convention, with some dire hard neighbors hanging out all weekend at the Florida Sand Music Ranch. SUBSCRIBE 📺 @musicfestivalspodcast Like MFP? Please support the show 🙏🫠https://buymeacoffee.com/musicfestivalspodcastThe episode also pays tribute to the late Bob Weir  @BobbyWeirOfficial  on his incredible and lasting influence on music festivals, bands and pushing the boundaries of rhythm guitar. Fare thee well, Bobby... 🫠If you’re into festivals, campground culture, live streams, and behind-the-scenes access — you’re in the right neighborhood.Connect with Drury Anderson 🎵https://www.instagram.com/dlaw_jamz/http://www.youtube.com/@druryanderson4699Go see Mountain Grass Unitlinktr.ee/mountaingrassunit------Want to get your brand in front of festival audiences nationwide? Get in touch! 👉 https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/contactWe're Forever #Grateful to all our Presenting Sponsors 🙏Catch a Festival at the Florida Sand Music Ranch 🏕️ https://bit.ly/florida-sand-music-ranchSupport the Will McLean Foundation 🙏https://willmclean.comDLaw Coffee ☕️ Fuel the Musichttps://bit.ly/Get-DLaw-Coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/dlawcoffeecompany/Eventeny 👨🏽‍💻 Music Festival Management Softwarehttps://bit.ly/eventeny-MFPRV Camper? 👉 Download Harvest Hosts for FREE over night stayshttps://bit.ly/harvest-hosts-MFPDon't Miss Whippersnap 2026. Low Ticket Alert 🚨https://sunshinemusicfests.com/KEY MOMENTS ⏯️00:55 — #hangcon 2026 opens at the Florida Sand Music Ranch02:18 — Today's guest: Drury Anderson03:14 — MFP Presenting Sponsors04:32 — Tribute to Bobby Weir (Oct. 16th, 1947 - Jan 10th, 2026)08:26 — Interview with Drury Anderson09:11 — MGU's new Sprinter Van10:24 — On DLaw Coffee Company13:31 — Learn Guitar from Luke Black from MGU (with performance)16:38 — Getting roasted "smells like hay"24:11 — DLaw Coffee Company VS Amazon: garage beginnings27:54 — Bags inspired by bandmates30:40 — Mountain Grass Unit 2026 Tour Dates31:58 — Check out these killer #bluegrass #podcasts 33:30 — Wrap up and next week's show: #HangCon 2026 Recap------------------------Production Credits 🙏Music Festivals Podcast is a Production of NRMedia Group, LLC https://www.nrmedia.bizIntro Music Bed 🙏Holly Bowling - Dark Star Jubilee 2024https://bit.ly/holly-bowling-set-DSJ24https://www.hollybowling.com/ @HollyBowling  -------------------------------#florida #musicfestivals #musicfestival2025 #musicfestivalspodcast #florida #floridamusicscene #floridamusic #livemusic #musicfestival2025 #festivalvibes #harvesthosts #livestreamfestival

    36 min

  5. JAN 10

    Music Festival Trends for 2026: 😮 The Inside Scoop on What's Changing at Your Favorite Fests

    In episode 66 of Music Festivals Podcast, you'll get the my take on the top 7 trends for music festivals in 2026. Plus, get a load of the wildlife Neighbors we find out and about at the Florida Sand Music Ranch including drone footage of a 14ft Alligator who lives in our lake. We've named Althea.If you’re into festivals, campground culture, live streams, and behind-the-scenes access — you’re in the right neighborhood.SUBSCRIBE 📺  @musicfestivalspodcast  ------We're Grateful to our Partners 🙏Florida Sand Music Ranchhttps://bit.ly/florida-sand-music-ranchDLaw Coffee ☕️ Fuel the Musichttps://bit.ly/Get-DLaw-CoffeeEventeny 👨🏽‍💻 Music Festival Management Softwarehttps://bit.ly/eventeny-MFPGet Free Festival Live Stream Announcements Subscribe via email 👉 https://musicfestivalspodcast.comDownload Harvest Hostshttps://bit.ly/harvest-hosts-MFPSunshine Music Festivalshttps://sunshinemusicfests.com/KEY MOMENTS ⏯️0:34 - 1:23 — Episode Intro1:32 - 2:26 — Support our Sponsor: DLaw Coffee3:00 - 4:17 — Wildlife neighbors at The Florida Sand Music Ranch4:20 - 11:35 — Music festival trends for 202611:43 -12:02 — Support our Sponsor: Eventeny12:00 - 13:40 — Neighbor shoutouts13:43 - 16:50 — Episode wrap up16:51 - 23:29 — Festival Performance of the Week: Phinley McKee------------------------Production Credits 🙏Music Festivals Podcast is a Production of NRMedia Group, LLC https://www.nrmedia.bizIntro Music Bed 🙏Holly Bowling - Dark Star Jubilee 2024https://bit.ly/holly-bowling-set-DSJ24https://www.hollybowling.com/ @HollyBowling  -------------------------------#florida #musicfestivals #musicfestival2025 #musicfestivalspodcast #florida #floridamusicscene #floridamusic #livemusic #musicfestival2025 #festivalvibes #harvesthosts #livestreamfestival

    23 min

  6. 12/12/2025

    The Festival That Sparked Our First Media Residency

    In episode 64 of Music Festivals Podcast, you'll get the scoop on the show's first official media residency at a festival venue! We'll also get into some details on next summer's MFP festival tour. Plus I recap the 2025 Sunshine Hootenanny Music and Arts Festival in Brooksville, Florida a few weeks back, which was an absolute banger of a late season fest.If you’re into festivals, campground culture, live streams, and behind-the-scenes access — you’re in the right neighborhood.SUBSCRIBE 📺  @musicfestivalspodcast  ------We're Grateful to our Partners 🙏Florida Sand Music Ranchhttps://bit.ly/florida-sand-music-ranchDLaw Coffee ☕️ Fuel the Musichttps://bit.ly/Get-DLaw-CoffeeEventeny 👨🏽‍💻 Music Festival Management Softwarehttps://bit.ly/eventeny-MFPGet Free Festival Live Stream Announcements Subscribe via email 👉 https://musicfestivalspodcast.comDownload Harvest Hostshttps://bit.ly/harvest-hosts-MFPSunshine Music Festivalshttps://sunshinemusicfests.com/KEY MOMENTS ⏯️01:05 – First-Ever Music Festivals Podcast Media Residency Announced03:10 – Full Time RV Life at Florida Sand Music Ranch05:05 – Upcoming documentary on the Will McLean Foundation07:45 – Spring / Summer 2026 Festival Tour Preview10:05 – Sunshine Hootenanny 2025 Recap11:20 – Sunshine Hootenanny 2025 Performance Highlights 🫠13:20 – Neighbor Shout Outs & Community Love 🧡14:40 – Live Stream Preview: Remedy Tree’s Forest Gathering Festival16:10 – What’s Next + Closing Thanks and Subscribe!------------------------Production Credits 🙏Music Festivals Podcast is a Production of NRMedia Group, LLC https://www.nrmedia.bizIntro Music Bed 🙏Holly Bowling - Dark Star Jubilee 2024https://bit.ly/holly-bowling-set-DSJ24https://www.hollybowling.com/ @HollyBowling  -------------------------------#florida #musicfestivals #musicfestival2025 #musicfestivalspodcast #florida #floridamusicscene #floridamusic #livemusic #musicfestival2025 #festivalvibes #harvesthosts #livestreamfestival

    17 min

  7. 11/24/2025

    How We Plan the Perfect Festival RV Road Trip 👉 Harvest Hosts

    In this episode, I share my firsthand experience traveling as a full-time RV festival roadie, including a deep dive into how the AMAZING Harvest Hosts app has already transformed my travels. This episode was shot on the way down to the Sunshine Hootenanny Music and Arts Festival in Brooksville, Florida — and we'll cover more on that next week. But this week, I break down the unique perks of Harvest Hosts for festival goers on the road—think free overnight stays at charming farms, vineyards, and breweries—and talk about how these hosts, like Blake from TnMtn Farm, offer both hospitality and fresh local products for RV travelers. I sit down with Blake to hear the fascinating history behind his family’s farm and his pivot from commercial farming to hosting RV travelers through Harvest Hosts. We talk festival memories—from acoustic jam bands to Dave Matthews Band road trips—and dive into how live music creates community for people who chase their favorite bands around the country. Plus, stick around for a special clip from the Sunshine Hootenanny live stream featuring  @danieldonato  and the rest of the Cosmic Country players, including a sit in from Artist at Large  @WillowOsborne  . Whether you’re an RV adventurer or a festival fanatic, this episode brings together travel, music, community, and a touch of Tennessee country hospitality. 🫠------Download Harvest Hostshttps://bit.ly/harvest-hosts-MFPSUBSCRIBE 📺 @musicfestivalspodcast  SIGNUP UP FOR LIVE STREAM ANNOUNCEMENTS 🎟️https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/TOP PLAYLISTS 📺https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9vKuhye8V3-yWS7sAMyHaV3pRzO4vrhchttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9vKuhye8V391v4kJ4IDnkP5iN_V1IyvEhttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9vKuhye8V39d0mTjS0sKUbfczHl_I5qaKEY MOMENTS ⏯️00:00 Episode Intro3:11 Manage Better Festivals with Eventeny (http://bit.ly/eventeny-MFP)03:46 Affordable Stays at Farms/Breweries07:10 Widow Secures 1931 USDA Loan10:44 Dave Matthews Band Superfan Gifts13:34 Choosing Quality Friendships18:43 Drink DLaw Coffee20:05 "Festival Updates & 2026 Plans"23:07 Rolling in Sweet Baby’s Arms (DDCC & Willow Osborn)27:29 Universal Inclusion------------------------Production Credits 🙏Music Festivals Podcast is a Production of NRMedia Group, LLC https://www.nrmedia.bizIntro Music Bed 🙏Holly Bowling - Dark Star Jubilee 2024https://bit.ly/holly-bowling-set-DSJ24https://www.hollybowling.com/ @HollyBowling  -------------------------------#harvesthosts #tenessee #tnmtnfarm #musicfestivals #musicfestival2025 #musicfestivalspodcast #florida #floridamusicscene #floridamusic #livemusic #musicfestival2025 festivals

    28 min
  8. Whippersnap Music & Arts Festival 2026 — Festival Preview & Line Up

    11/09/2025

    Whippersnap Music & Arts Festival 2026 — Festival Preview & Line Up

    In this episode, I’m back after a couple weeks away with a big life update and an inside look at Whippersnap 2026! I’m recording all the way from my new home base at Berkshire Lake Campground in Ohio and sharing some personal changes, while also announcing exciting plans for more live streams and festival content coming your way. Then, I welcome Shane LaVigne and Dylan Conway, the masterminds behind Whippersnap, to preview what’s in store for the upcoming season at Florida Sand Music Ranch. We dive into how they bring this nonprofit venue to life with top-tier lighting, diverse activities for families, creative art installations, and a music lineup that’s truly next level. Shane and Dylan talk through the unique vibe of Whippersnap, the challenges and fun of moving the festival from Illinois to Florida, and how they’re creating a festival experience that’s as much about the culture and community as it is the music. We discuss the incredible production value, their approach to camping options (including VIP RV setups), accessibility for families, and the importance of making everyone feel at home. If you want to get the inside scoop on one of Florida’s best music and arts festivals, plus a little peek behind the scenes at how it all comes together, you won’t want to miss this episode! You're going to get something out of this episode, I promise. 🫠 ------ Whippersnap 2026 Passes 🎟️ https://www.whippersnapfest.com/ SUBSCRIBE 📺  ⁨@musicfestivalspodcast⁩

    33 min
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Music Festivals Podcast is a weekly podcast available on Spotify, Amazon, Apple, iHeart Radio and in your email inbox that helps avid festival-goers and live music enthusiasts stay in the know on the music festival scene with comprehensive guides, insider interviews and behind-the-scenes stories so that they can discover new festivals and plan to have truly transcendent festival experiences. Each episode dives into the latest music festival lineups, dates, and ticket options, ensuring you're well-prepared before you go. From festival camping tips and the best festival venues to the latest in festival fashion, we've got you covered. Plus, for those who can't make it in person, we explore how to stream music festivals, bringing the magic of live performances right to your ears. Subscribe wherever your get your podcasts, make sure to tune each episode and become the festival insider you were always meant to be!

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  • Creator
    Nate Riggs
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    69
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Nate Riggs
  • Show Website
    Music Festivals Podcast