After The Gig with Jesse Humphrey

After The Gig

After The Gig is a podcast by musician Jesse Humphrey. Jesse sits down with his friends and musicians from around the industry and talks about everything from Gear, travel, life, songs, venues, fans, and pretty much everything in between. Take a listen to what it's like to hang with the band! afterthegig.substack.com

  1. #141 After the Gig - "Do You Know Your First Amendment!?!?" Feat. Jon Markel

    11/19/2025

    #141 After the Gig - "Do You Know Your First Amendment!?!?" Feat. Jon Markel

    Jon Markel stops by the studio and we end up talking about everything—First Amendment audit videos (and why Jon’s obsessed with them), sovereign citizens, getting frisked by cops as teenagers, and why I will never forgive my neighbor for the BB gun incident. We also get into stage accidents, Jon’s ongoing feud with his neighbor over backyard fires and asthma complaints, and what happened when Lola passed out on stage mid-performance. Plus: why touring musicians still make 1980s money, Shawn Mendes canceling his tour, and Jon’s dream of becoming the Pedro Pascal of bass players.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:09 First Impressions of the Studio00:31 First Amendment Videos Discussion08:15 Sovereign Citizens and Police Interactions11:59 Personal Stories and Police Encounters19:35 Neighbor Feuds and Petty Conflicts34:32 Addressing Personal Issues34:58 Concert Incident: Lola’s Collapse36:08 Analyzing Lola’s Fall41:28 Stage Mishaps and Embarrassments45:54 Public Bathroom Etiquette48:20 Shawn Mendes: Fanboy Moments and Critiques52:48 Touring Challenges and Music Industry Insights01:02:55 Gaelic Storm and the Life of a Bass Player01:08:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts If you’d like to take a deeper dive, check out After the Gig on Patreon for bonus content. We’ll be going live for a November recap next Wednesday (11/26)! Don’t miss it! Hope you all have a wonderful rest of your week! Best, Jesse Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 9m
  2. #138 Jesse - Answering Your Questions

    09/24/2025

    #138 Jesse - Answering Your Questions

    Today I’m answering your questions from the After the Gig Facebook group. It’s been a minute since the last podcast, and I’m super happy to be back after the summer hiatus. I hope you and all your families are doing well and had a great summer. Onward to fall! I am currently sitting in the green room of our first tour stop in Crawfordsville, IN. It’s great to be back on the road, and I’m excited to get back behind the drums to melt some faces across the country. In this episode, I get into tour experiences, taking social media breaks, quirky habits, and the dynamics of life on the road in a band. There may or may not be a short rant about technology and social issues in the world today... Nothing crazy. If you have more questions, I always invite you to email me at afterthegigpod@gmail.com. Also... and this is a big one. Your support keeps this going and allows me to bring you more consistent content. If you could, please consider becoming a paid subscriber to After the Gig! Hope you’re having a fantastic week! best, Jesse Newsletter: https://jessehumphrey.substack.com/ Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6AhUzWzyCrTgffuNlTjLG3jEmj5h4pmZ Support the Podcast on Patreon! 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:11 Tour Life and Social Media Breaks 02:04 Answering Fan Questions 03:12 Favorite Songs and Venues 05:48 Gifts from Fans 08:04 Embarrassing Onstage Moments 09:37 Tour Essentials and Good Luck Charms 19:31 Pre-Show Rituals 21:16 Final Thoughts and Reflections Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

    25 min
  3. #137 Patrick McAloon - “Multifaceted”

    05/06/2025

    #137 Patrick McAloon - “Multifaceted”

    In this episode of After the Gig, Jesse sits down with Patrick McAloon, an integral member of the Pat McGee Band and an artist relations professional at Sixthman. The discussion delves into Patrick's multifaceted career in music, from his early influences and family support to his current roles. Highlights include Patrick's journey in the music industry, the unique experience of working for Sixthman, and the importance of building a community among artists and fans. Patrick also shares personal anecdotes about his family, particularly his daughter Ruby, and the balance he strikes between his musical passions and professional commitments. Enjoy! The After the Gig podcast has moved to Substack! There shouldn’t be any change to how you view, or listen to the show, but we will now be using Substack as our new hosting site! The show will remain the same on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere else you listen to After the Gig. The video version is also still available on YouTube, which I highly recommend! Please reach out to afterthegigpod@gmail.com for any question or concerns! Join us for Cocktail night on Patreon!! May 25th I will be hosting the second After the Gig cocktail night on Patreon from my home via zoom. Come join the community and hang out for what will be a super fun night! Head over to Patreon.com/afterthegig to sign up! Newsletter: https://jessehumphrey.substack.com/ Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6AhUzWzyCrTgffuNlTjLG3jEmj5h4pmZ Support the Podcast on Patreon! patreon.com/afterthegig EMAIL US! afterthegigpod@gmail.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/afterthegig/ @afterthegig 00:00 Introduction to the Show and Guest 01:55 Patrick Macon's Musical Background 02:49 Family Influence on Music 04:39 Early Musical Experiences 15:49 Creative Pursuits and Burnout 22:02 Sixth Man Cruises and Artist Relations 30:21 Secret Coffee Machines and Reunions 30:58 Creative Stage Performances 32:56 Respect and Collaboration on the Boat 34:14 Balancing Work and Family 35:54 The Evolution of Sixth Man Events 39:19 Summertime Cruises and Unique Destinations 41:32 Unexpected Family Visits 43:23 Musical Journey and Mentorship 49:15 Advice for Aspiring Musicians 53:54 The Art of Collaboration Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

    58 min
  4. After the Gig #135 “There’s always a bigger boat”

    02/27/2025

    After the Gig #135 “There’s always a bigger boat”

    In this episode, Jesse explores the deep passion and relentless drive behind playing music. Drawing parallels between music and hitting a perfect golf shot, we delve into the joy of playing an instrument or having a musical conversation with fellow musicians. The episode touches on the importance of connecting with your music, the audience, and the struggles young musicians face. We discuss the dangers of comparing oneself to others and emphasize measuring personal growth. The discussion also includes insights on parenting, the significance of not stifling creativity in children, and the journey of perseverance and practice in achieving success. This episode is a deep dive into the world of music, connection, and personal growth. The After the Gig podcast is moving to Substack! There shouldn’t be any change to how you view, or listen to the show, but we will now be using Substack as our new hosting site! The show will remain the same on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere else you listen to After the Gig. The video version is also still available on YouTube, which I highly recommend! Please reach out to afterthegigpod@gmail.com for any question or concerns! Music from the episode: Outro: “Chemical” by Jesse Humphrey Newsletter: Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6AhUzWzyCrTgffuNlTjLG3jEmj5h4pmZ Support the Podcast on Patreon! Patreon.com/afterthegig All links right here!! https://linktr.ee/jessehumphrey EMAIL US! afterthegigpod@gmail.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/afterthegig/ @afterthegig 00:00 Introduction: The Passion for Music 01:31 The Magic of Mastery: Golf and Drumming 02:09 Musical Conversations and Connections 03:16 Challenges and Perseverance in Music 07:22 The Flow State and Creative Process 09:15 Avoiding Comparisons and Self-Improvement 15:03 Podcast Updates and Personal Reflections 19:15 Impact of Words on Young Minds 28:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

    29 min
4.9
out of 5
50 Ratings

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After The Gig is a podcast by musician Jesse Humphrey. Jesse sits down with his friends and musicians from around the industry and talks about everything from Gear, travel, life, songs, venues, fans, and pretty much everything in between. Take a listen to what it's like to hang with the band! afterthegig.substack.com