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TODAY'S EPISODE: Justin Rose and Tait Kelly are mainstays of the STL music scene and you can find them traversing the festival circuit each year with their band Justin Rose & the Green Thumbs. This podcast episode sees them strip their 7 piece band's songs down to just 2: guitar and mandolin. Justin's heartfelt arrangements sound great in an acoustic setting and the guitar and mandolin picking are some of the finest we've had on the show.

Enjoy today's episode and follow Justin on social media! The band's new EP "Searching" is available everywhere you stream your music!

Justin Rose w/ Tait Kelly: Esteemed Guests
Bill Poss: Host, producer
Garrett Burris: Co-host, producer
Emily Clark: Video, all the other things
JJ Passalacqua: Voiceovers, Dog Wrangler

Do you want to attend a live taping of the podcast? Email possmusicworks@gmail.com to be added to the guest list.

The Guest List presented by Poss Music Works is about songwriters, their most impactful songs, and the stories behind them. Bill Poss, a notable troubadour in his own right, is your host and executive producer. Garrett Burris on the 1s and 2s. JJ Passalacqua with the news.

Each episode, we ask a traveling songwriter to perform their 5 most popular/requested songs -- all in front of a live, invite only, studio audience at the Poss Music Works headquarters in Effingham, IL.

It's right where you've always wanted to be - on The Guest List!

Thanks to our sponsor Village Wine & Gifts in Effingham, IL! Featuring live, local music every week and a great selection of wine, beer, spirits, and more. They've been huge supporters of local music and Poss Music Works is proud to work with them to bring you The Guest List!

Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Podcasts, and Spotify. Tell your friends!

Presented by Poss Music Works, a 501 (c)3 NFP based out of Effingham, IL -- presenters of Moccasin Creek Festival, Summer Sundown Music Festival, Little Grassy Get Down, Little Grassy Winter Songwriters' Retreat, one-off concerts, workshops, and kids' events throughout Central and Southern Illinois.

Our mission is to bring arts/culture tourism and cultural enrichment to our rural part of the world

Visit us at: www.PossMusicWorks.com.

Go see live music!

TODAY'S EPISODE: Hunter Peebles is a sweet-singing, slick-songwriting, and seriously hard-working troubadour, headquartered in St. Louis, MO. You can find Hunter Peebles & the Moonlighters traversing the Midwest with their raucous country sound, including a stop at Summer Sundown Music Festival 2025 this past September. And you can hear their new single "Bring Back My Heart" now anywhere you stream your music!

It was a blast to host Hunter as he is right in the thick of becoming a well-known artist in the Midwest Americana world. Enjoy this fun episode as we peel back the layers of his 5 most popular songs.

Hunter Peebles: Esteemed Guest
Bill Poss: Host, producer
Garrett Burris: Co-host, producer
Emily Clark: Video, all the other things
JJ Passalacqua: Voiceovers, Fabulous Shoes

The Guest List is about songwriters, their most impactful songs, and the stories behind them. Bill Poss, a notable troubadour in his own right, is your host and executive producer. Garrett Burris on the 1s and 2s. JJ Passalacqua with the news.

Each episode, we ask a traveling songwriter to perform their 5 most popular/requested songs -- all in front of a live, invite only, studio audience at the Poss Music Works headquarters in Effingham, IL.

It's right where you've always wanted to be - on The Guest List!

Thanks to our sponsor Village Wine & Gifts in Effingham, IL! Featuring live, local music every week and a great selection of wine, beer, spirits, and more. They've been huge supporters of local music and Poss Music Works is proud to work with them to bring you The Guest List!

Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Podcasts, and Spotify. Tell your friends!

Presented by Poss Music Works, a 501 (c)3 NFP based out of Effingham, IL -- presenters of Moccasin Creek Festival, Summer Sundown Music Festival, Little Grassy Get Down, Little Grassy Winter Songwriters' Retreat, one-off concerts, workshops, and kids' events throughout Central and Southern Illinois.

Our mission is to bring arts/culture tourism and cultural enrichment to our rural part of the world

Visit us at: www.PossMusicWorks.com.

Go see live music!

TODAY'S EPISODE: Alex Thoele is a singer/songwriter from our very own neck of the woods (Teutopolis, IL) now residing in the great (and windy!) state of Colorado. Well known for his antics on stage with Chain Station and off stage around the jamfire, Alex brings pure joy and a mischievous grin wherever his acoustic leads him.

This week's podcast dives in to some great new solo material, as well as stories behind some of Chain Station's most beloved tunes - some of which Alex told in front of his mother for the first time. Ope.

Alex Thoele: Esteemed Guest
Bill Poss: Host, producer
Garrett Burris: Co-host, producer
Emily Clark: Video, all the other things
JJ Passalacqua: Voiceovers, Wicked Curveballs

The Guest List is about songwriters, their most impactful songs, and the stories behind them. Bill Poss, a notable troubadour in his own right, is your host and executive producer. Garrett Burris on the 1s and 2s. JJ Passalacqua with the news.

Each episode, we ask a traveling songwriter to perform their 5 most popular/requested songs -- all in front of a live, invite only, studio audience at the Poss Music Works headquarters in Effingham, IL.

It's right where you've always wanted to be - on The Guest List!

Thanks to our sponsor Village Wine & Gifts in Effingham, IL! Featuring live, local music every week and a great selection of wine, beer, spirits, and more. They've been huge supporters of local music and Poss Music Works is proud to work with them to bring you The Guest List!

Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Podcasts, and Spotify. Tell your friends!

Presented by Poss Music Works, a 501 (c)3 NFP based out of Effingham, IL -- presenters of Moccasin Creek Festival, Summer Sundown Music Festival, Little Grassy Get Down, Little Grassy Winter Songwriters' Retreat, one-off concerts, workshops, and kids' events throughout Central and Southern Illinois.

Our mission is to bring arts/culture tourism and cultural enrichment to our rural part of the world

Visit us at: www.PossMusicWorks.com.

Go see live music!

TODAY'S EPISODE:
Sarah Beatty joins us today from Ontario, Canada for an exciting episode of the podcast. Sarah was in Effingham, IL this past September for Summer Sundown Music Festival, seeing her perform at one of our PMW events for the first time since 2019. It was a thrill to have her back in the area for the festival and a treat to have her on the podcast the following week. For those who know Sarah, it will come as no surprise that she had sharp-witted answers to Bill's questions and put on a brilliant performance. For those who are new to Sarah, you're in for a treat! Enjoy today's episode with the always thoughtful, and mega talented, Sarah Beatty!

"Eclectic and captivating, songwriter and scientist Sarah Beatty might be best described as a late night conversation between Joni Mitchell, Julie Andrews and Albert Einstein. With a voice as sharp as a silver-spur and dangerous as a diamond-backed sidewinder, she's a curious observer and constant inquirer of life's offerings." -- https://www.sarahbeatty.ca/

Sarah Beatty: Esteemed Guest
Bill Poss: Host, producer
Garrett Burris: Co-host, producer
Emily Clark: Video, all the other things
JJ Passalacqua: Voiceovers, Ice Cream Taste Tester

The Guest List is about songwriters, their most impactful songs, and the stories behind them. Bill Poss, a notable troubadour in his own right, is your host and executive producer. Garrett Burris on the 1s and 2s. JJ Passalacqua with the news.

Each episode, we ask a traveling songwriter to perform their 5 most popular/requested songs -- all in front of a live, invite only, studio audience at the Poss Music Works headquarters in Effingham, IL.

It's right where you've always wanted to be - on The Guest List!

Thanks to our sponsor Village Wine & Gifts in Effingham, IL! Featuring live, local music every week and a great selection of wine, beer, spirits, and more. They've been huge supporters of local music and Poss Music Works is proud to work with them to bring you The Guest List!

Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Podcasts, and Spotify. Tell your friends!

Presented by Poss Music Works, a 501 (c)3 NFP based out of Effingham, IL -- presenters of Moccasin Creek Festival, Summer Sundown Music Festival, Little Grassy Get Down, Little Grassy Winter Songwriters' Retreat, one-off concerts, workshops, and kids' events throughout Central and Southern Illinois.

Our mission is to bring arts/culture tourism and cultural enrichment to our rural part of the world

Visit us at: www.PossMusicWorks.com.

Go see live music!

TODAY'S EPISODE:
We are thrilled to welcome The Local Honeys to episode 1 of season 4 of The Guest List! This episode was recorded in front of a live audience on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at Summer Sundown Music Festival on Lake Sara, outside of Effingham, IL. We hope you enjoy this FULL BAND on-site festival performance, the first of its kind on our show. What an amazing band. What a great interview. Go see them live!

"Montana Hobbs and Linda Jean Stokley made history in 2015 when they became the first two women to earn Bachelor of Arts from Morehead State University from the Kentucky Center for Traditional Music. They are versatile in their performance and able to captivate audiences while educating them on the rich history of Kentucky folk music." - Kentucky Council

Esteemed Guests: The Local Honeys
Bill Poss: Host, producer
Garrett Burris: Co-host, producer
Emily Clark: Video, all the other things
JJ Passalacqua: Voiceovers, our guiding light

Special thanks to Aaron Dodson for his work on sound and production on this episode!

The Guest List is about songwriters, their most impactful songs, and the stories behind them. Bill Poss, a notable troubadour in his own right, is your host and executive producer. Garrett Burris on the 1s and 2s. JJ Passalacqua with the news.

Each episode, we ask a traveling songwriter to perform their 5 most popular/requested songs -- all in front of a live, invite only, studio audience at the Poss Music Works headquarters in Effingham, IL.

It's right where you've always wanted to be - on The Guest List!

Thanks to our sponsor Village Wine & Gifts in Effingham, IL! Featuring live, local music every week and a great selection of wine, beer, spirits, and more. They've been huge supporters of local music and Poss Music Works is proud to work with them to bring you The Guest List!

Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Podcasts, and Spotify. Tell your friends!

Presented by Poss Music Works, a 501 (c)3 NFP based out of Effingham, IL -- presenters of Moccasin Creek Festival, Summer Sundown Music Festival, Little Grassy Get Down, Little Grassy Winter Songwriters' Retreat, one-off concerts, workshops, and kids' events throughout Central and Southern Illinois.

Our mission is to bring arts/culture tourism and cultural enrichment to our rural part of the world

Visit us at: www.PossMusicWorks.com.

Go see live music!

TODAY'S EPISODE:
Grant Peeples (Tallahassee, FL) is a singer/songwriter who got his start in live music at age 50, after a stretch of island living saw him build and manage his own small hotel. He turned to music at the urging of a friend and has since carved out a name for himself as a songwriter whose lyrics often touch on political or otherwise thought-provoking themes. Grant writes from a passionate place, and brings wit, humor, philosophy, and songcraft all to life right in front of your ears.

Esteemed Guest: Grant Peeples
Bill Poss: Host, producer
Garrett Burris: Co-host, producer
Emily Clark: Video, all the other things
JJ Passalacqua: Voiceovers, background vocals, firm handshakes

The Guest List is about songwriters, their most impactful songs, and the stories behind them. Bill Poss, a notable troubadour in his own right, is your host and executive producer. Garrett Burris on the 1s and 2s. JJ Passalacqua with the news.

Each episode, we ask a traveling songwriter to perform their 5 most popular/requested songs -- all in front of a live, invite only, studio audience at the Poss Music Works headquarters in Effingham, IL.

It's right where you've always wanted to be - on The Guest List!

Thanks to our sponsor Village Wine & Gifts in Effingham, IL! Featuring live, local music every week and a great selection of wine, beer, spirits, and more. They've been huge supporters of local music and Poss Music Works is proud to work with them to bring you The Guest List!

Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Podcasts, and Spotify. Tell your friends!

Presented by Poss Music Works, a 501 (c)3 NFP based out of Effingham, IL -- presenters of Moccasin Creek Festival, Summer Sundown Music Festival, Little Grassy Get Down, Little Grassy Winter Songwriters' Retreat, one-off concerts, workshops, and kids' events throughout Central and Southern Illinois.

Our mission is to bring arts/culture tourism and cultural enrichment to our rural part of the world

Visit us at: www.PossMusicWorks.com.

Go see live music!

NOTE: Today's episode features a SNEAK PEEK of the 2025 Little Grassy Get Down lineup! Be the first to know who is coming to Touch of Nature this October! You'll have to listen to the episode to find the announcement!

TODAY'S EPISODE:
Katie Dahl (Door County, WI) is a singer/songwriter/playwright whose lyrics are courageously honest and whose live shows are devilishly funny. We were thrilled to have Katie be a part of our Songwriter Retreat in March 2025, and she's since won Kerrville New Folk Winner (May 2025)! This episode of the podcast features polished songwriting that all our songwriter friends should take note of.

Esteemed Guest: Katie Dahl
Bill Poss: Host
Garrett Burris: Co-host, Producer
Emily Clark: Video, All the other things
JJ Passalacqua: Voiceovers, Ventriloquism

The Guest List is about songwriters, their most impactful songs, and the stories behind them. Bill Poss, a notable troubadour in his own right, is your host and executive producer. Each episode, we ask a traveling songwriter to perform their 5 most popular/requested songs -- all in front of a live, invite only, studio audience at the Poss Music Works headquarters in Effingham, IL.

Garrett Burris on the 1s and 2s. JJ Passalacqua with the news.

It's right where you've always wanted to be - on The Guest List!

Thanks to our sponsor Village Wine & Gifts in Effingham, IL! Featuring live, local music every week and a great selection of wine, beer, spirits, and more. They've been huge supporters of local music and Poss Music Works is proud to work with them to bring you The Guest List!

Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Podcasts, and Spotify. Tell your friends!

Presented by Poss Music Works, a 501 (c)3 NFP based out of Effingham, IL -- presenters of Moccasin Creek Festival, Summer Sundown Music Festival, Little Grassy Get Down, Little Grassy Winter Songwriters' Retreat, one-off concerts, workshops, and kids' events throughout Central and Southern Illinois.

Our mission is to bring arts/culture tourism and cultural enrichment to our rural part of the world

Visit us at: www.PossMusicWorks.com.

Go see live music!

TODAY'S EPISODE:
Lucas Wayne (Carmi, IL) has crafted a catalog of witty, heartfelt, songs that range from honky-tonk rippers to folky ballads...all the way to country soul. The southern IL singer/songwriter has a unique tenor voice, a knack for songs that have just the right amount of all the right ingredients, and a passion for performing and creating his own brand of unique Illinois music. He carries a disarming nature and isn't afraid to get right to the business of hashing out what's on his mind...and sometimes it even goes beyond quotes from The Big Lebowski.

Don't miss Lucas Wayne and the Cottonmouths, the full band version of Lucas's project, at Summer Sundown Music Festival, Little Grassy Get Down, and stages all across the Midwest and beyond.

Lucas Wayne: Esteemed Guest
Bill Poss: Host
Garrett Burris: Co-host, Producer, Theme Song Composer
JJ Passalacqua: Voiceovers, Referee
Emily Clark: Video

The Guest List is about songwriters, their most impactful songs, and the stories behind them. Bill Poss, a notable troubadour in his own right, is your host and executive producer. Each episode, we ask a traveling songwriter to perform their 5 most popular/requested songs -- all in front of a live, invite only, studio audience at the Poss Music Works headquarters in Effingham, IL.

Garrett Burris on the 1s and 2s. JJ Passalacqua with the news.

It's right where you've always wanted to be - on The Guest List!

Thanks to our sponsor Village Wine & Gifts in Effingham, IL! Featuring live, local music every week and a great selection of wine, beer, spirits, and more. They've been huge supporters of local music and Poss Music Works is proud to work with them to bring you The Guest List!

Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Podcasts, and Spotify. Tell your friends!

Presented by Poss Music Works, a 501 (c)3 NFP based out of Effingham, IL -- presenters of Moccasin Creek Festival, Summer Sundown Music Festival, Little Grassy Get Down, Little Grassy Winter Songwriters' Retreat, one-off concerts, workshops, and kids' events throughout Central and Southern Illinois.

Our mission is to bring arts/culture tourism and cultural enrichment to our rural part of the world

Visit us at: www.PossMusicWorks.com.

Go see live music!

Presented by Poss Music Works, a 501 (c)3 NFP based out of Effingham, IL -- presenters of Moccasin Creek Festival, Summer Sundown Music Festival, Little Grassy Get Down, Little Grassy Winter Songwriters' Retreat, one-off concerts, workshops, and kids' events throughout Central and Southern Illinois.

Our mission is to bring arts/culture tourism and cultural enrichment to our rural part of the world

Visit us at: www.PossMusicWorks.com.

Go see live music!