I WAS IN THAT BAND!

Grady Sandlin
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I Was In That Band is a music-based interview podcast, hosted by Grady Sandlin. Grady is a 30-year veteran of the Dallas/Fort Worth music scene. This podcast features conversations with musicians, singer-songwriters, producers, and other music industry professionals. Topics discussed are the creative and artistic process, musical partnerships, inspiration, road stories, and the little things all musicians share. Produced by Brian C. Hutson

  1. I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 36 - Don Cento

    Jun 9

    I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 36 - Don Cento

    This week on I Was In That Band!, Grady sits down with guitarist, producer, songwriter, and longtime friend Don Cento. Don has spent decades following his own creative path, whether that meant jazz, rock, Americana, instrumental music, or whatever else happened to catch his imagination. The two share stories from years in the DFW music scene, memories of gigs and mutual experiences, and talk about Don's refusal to chase expectations in favor of following his muse wherever it leads. It's a fun and wide-ranging conversation between old friends about creativity, curiosity, and making the music you want to make. Don Cento is a musician, producer, songwriter, and recording engineer whose work has included the bands Shibboleth and Chomsky, along with collaborations with Sarah Jaffe, Bonnie Whitmore, Jerry David DeCicca, and many others. His newest project, Cento Threeo, features Phil Spencer on bass and Norm Bergeron on drums. Their debut album, Halfway to Mellowtown, is out June 19, 2026.

    1h 39m
  2. I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 35 - Jimmy McDonough

    May 27

    I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 35 - Jimmy McDonough

    Jimmy McDonough joins Grady Sandlin on this episode of I WAS IN THAT BAND! for a sprawling conversation about music obsession, biography writing, bootlegs, producers, record collectors, and the emotional toll of telling someone else's story honestly. Best known for acclaimed books on Gary Stewart, Neil Young, Tammy Wynette, Al Green, and Russ Meyer, Jimmy reflects on the overwhelming response to I Am From The Honky Tonks and the nearly 40-year journey that brought the Gary Stewart story to life. The two dive deep into Gary's unreleased recordings, the mystery and romance of bootleg culture, and the idea that unofficial tapes often reveal the real heart of an artist's story. Jimmy also shares stories about Neil Young, David Briggs, Willie Mitchell, the Hi Records rhythm section, and the producers and sidemen who quietly shaped some of the greatest records ever made. Along the way, the conversation explores the disappearing art of long-form biography, the struggle to preserve music history in a disposable digital culture, and why Jimmy still feels compelled to chase unfinished stories — including a long-discussed Jack Nitzsche project. A funny, emotional, and deeply insightful conversation between two lifelong music obsessives about records, memory, mythology, and the people behind the music.

    1 hr
  3. I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 34 - Nathan Brown

    May 12

    I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 34 - Nathan Brown

    This week Grady visits remotely with longtime friend Nathan Brown — better known to many as Browningham — originally from Fort Worth, Texas. Nathan talks about his musical beginnings, the creation and evolution of Browningham, and the years he spent taking his unique DIY project on the road before eventually settling back down in Fort Worth. Along the way, the conversation dives into music culture, touring life, and Nathan's famously passionate — and occasionally unpopular — opinions about music. More than anything, this episode feels like an honest catch-up between old friends who've spent decades around the North Texas music scene. This also marks the first remote interview ever featured on I WAS IN THAT BAND!

    1h 50m
  4. I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 33 - Reggie Rueffer

    Apr 28

    I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 33 - Reggie Rueffer

    This week on I Was In That Band, I sit down with North Texas mainstay Reggie Rueffer — a true musician's musician whose career runs deeper and more varied than most folks realize. Reggie first made his mark with the band Spot, whose hit song broke nationally. From there, he stepped onto even bigger stages, including a standout run playing fiddle for country legend Charley Pride. Reggie shares stories from the road, lessons learned from playing with a Hall of Famer, and how he's navigated a career as a multi-instrumentalist across genres. These days, you'll still find him in the mix around DFW — playing bass, fiddle, and singing in a variety of projects.

    1h 26m
  5. I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 32 - Aden Bubeck

    Apr 20

    I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 32 - Aden Bubeck

    This week on I Was In That Band, we sit down with Texas bassist Aden Bubeck — a player whose resume stretches from North Texas dancehalls all the way to the biggest stages in the world. Aden is a standout member of Raised Right Men and a University of North Texas jazz studies graduate whose career has taken him to the highest levels of the business. He's toured, recorded, and appeared on major broadcasts with Miranda Lambert, Blake Shelton, and Keith Urban, with credits spanning award shows, late-night TV, and international stages. A music director, producer, and Fort Worth Music Hall of Fame inductee, Aden is known for his deep pocket, great instincts, and serious tone. In this episode, we talk about the road from UNT to arena stages, what it takes to be a first-call bass player in Nashville and beyond, and how to balance high-level touring gigs with staying rooted in the Texas music community. We also get into mentorship, musical discipline, and the art of supporting a song without ever getting in the way.

    59 min
  6. I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 31 - Eric Pulido

    Mar 30

    I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 31 - Eric Pulido

    This week on I WAS IN THAT BAND, I sit down with Eric Pulido — known for his work with Midlake, as well as his solo project EB The Younger and the creative collective Banquet. We talk about what it really means to stay creative over the long haul — building community, collaborating with friends, and continuing to push forward even when the path isn't clear. Eric also shares insight into his work offstage with Norman Roscoe, his Denton-based screen printing shop that's become a hub for local artists and ideas. It's a conversation about longevity, independence, and doing the work because you believe in it — not because it's easy.

    1h 24m
  7. I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 30 - Noel Haggard

    Mar 23

    I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 30 - Noel Haggard

    This week on I WAS IN THAT BAND, we sit down with Noel Haggard for an honest and deeply personal conversation about legacy, identity, and growing up in one of country music's most iconic families. Noel shares what it was really like being raised by and around legends — and how much of his upbringing actually came from his paternal grandmother, who played a central role in shaping his life. We talk about the weight and honor of carrying on his father's legacy, and the challenge of carving out your own voice when the world already thinks it knows who you are.

    53 min
  8. I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 29 - Keegan McInroe

    Mar 5

    I WAS IN THAT BAND! EP 29 - Keegan McInroe

    This week on I Was In That Band, host Grady Sandlin sits down with Fort Worth troubadour Keegan McInroe. Keegan has built a life on the road, traveling across the United States and Europe sharing his songs with audiences far and wide. In this episode, we talk about how he first got into music, what sparked his love of the open road, and how a life spent traveling continues to shape his songwriting. Keegan writes with the eye of a storyteller — finding beauty, humor, and meaning in the heartbreaks and unexpected moments that come with a wandering musician's life. It's a conversation about chasing songs, following inspiration wherever it leads, and the kind of experiences that only come from miles on the highway.

    1h 32m
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About

I Was In That Band is a music-based interview podcast, hosted by Grady Sandlin. Grady is a 30-year veteran of the Dallas/Fort Worth music scene. This podcast features conversations with musicians, singer-songwriters, producers, and other music industry professionals. Topics discussed are the creative and artistic process, musical partnerships, inspiration, road stories, and the little things all musicians share. Produced by Brian C. Hutson

Information

  • Creator
    Grady Sandlin
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    I WAS IN THAT BAND!

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