Gale Bird’s Sean Monahan on New Singles, Vulnerability & Finding Their Sound

We sit down with Sean Monahan of the soulful trio Gale Bird to talk about the band’s latest singles — “Lookie Here,” “I Still Do,” and “Roses” — and how they’re carving out a sound rooted in honesty and heart.

Sean opens up about the band’s beginnings, the meaning behind the name Gale Bird, and how his partnership with Josh Gale helped shape their emotionally rich, genre-blending style. He shares how personal experiences fuel the songwriting process, the evolution behind “I Still Do” and “Roses,” and why performing live remains one of his favorite parts of being a musician.

Plus, we get into his love of soccer scarves, cheap cigars, and what’s next for Gale Bird heading into 2026.

Jonathan’s Drinking: Larrikin Rosewater