In this episode of the Music Festivals Podcast, I sit down for a evening conversation with one of my favorite singer-songwriters, Ed McGee. We talk a walk down memory lane to explore the rich 30 year history of this iconic music festival and Ed's own personal experiences surrounding Hookahville..

Ed reflects on his first Hookahville performance in 1994, sharing how he became part of the festival's origins and his initial connection with the band, ekoostik hookah. He shares more on his recent shows with One Under, detailing how the band overcame some unexpected challenges to deliver an incredible performance at last year's Lazy Jam 6 Music Festival.

Ed also shares some interesting things about his personal creative process as he discusses writing music for films, including the inspiration behind the 2023 single, "Last Good Knife." We wrap up with stories of Hookahville's past and raise a glass to good friends past.

Find Ed McGee 🎸

@edmcgee9594

edmcgee.com

Find Ekoostik Hookah 🫠

ekoostik.com

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About Hookahville ⛺️

@ekoostikhookah3535

hookahville.com

About Roost on the River 🔥

Roost on the River Preview Flyover Drone Footage

rotrmusic.com

Key Moments 🎙️

00:00 Tyler's Last-Minute Musical Switch

05:30 "Unforgettable Rehearsal Experience"

11:41 "Song Creation for Movie Credits"

17:46 "Songwriting for Movies: A Reflection"

25:34 Unexpected Job Interview at Party

26:29 Hookahville Memories with Heffe

35:07 Discovering Joy in Singing

38:55 Grateful Dead 50th Anniversary Reflection

44:53 Reunion Anxieties and Resolutions

49:11 Nostalgic Moment at Frontier Ranch

57:33 "Unity Through Rhythm and Art"

01:02:48 Intimate Music Festival Dynamics

01:07:03 Bobby Schindler's Role in Reunion

01:13:17 Exclusive Deals for Music Enthusiasts

01:13:55 Hookahville 60 Festival Preview

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Production Credits 🙏

Music Festivals Podcast is a Production of NRMedia Group, LLC

Title Sequence Music Bed 🎧

Holly Bowling from Dark Star Jubilee 05/25/24.

hollybowling.com

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Closing Music Bed 🎧

Closing Music Bed Recording Credit: @‌Yxz3ss

Dragon fly eh2.0

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B-Roll Credits 🎥

B-Roll Credit: @‌musicfestivalspodcast