ep8 Leeroy Stagger is a light

released March 13, 2025

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In this engaging episode, Glen Erickson sits down with roots rock and Americana singer-songwriter Leeroy Stagger. Leeroy shares candid thoughts about overcoming alcoholism, the struggles within the music industry, and the importance of mentorship. They explore his 20-year career, his musical influences like Steve Earle and Ryan Adams, and his evolution from punk bands to solo artist. This conversation reveals Leeroy's journeys, from his early days listening to radio under the covers to becoming a light for emerging artists. As he discusses his latest album '3 AM Revelations,' Leeroy emphasizes the importance of personal contentment, staying grounded, and his enjoyment of producing music for others. The discussion highlights the variability of success in the music industry, the significance of community, and the dedication required to sustain a long-term creative career.

Guest website: https://leeroystagger.com/
Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeroystagger/
Guest Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/officialeeroystagger/featured

hosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi Erickson
Almost Famous Enough website: https://www.almostfamousenough.com
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Almost Famous Enough Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1o1PRD2X0i3Otmpn8vi2zP?si=1ece497360564480

Almost Famous Enough is a series of conversations centered around the music industry, pulling back the veil on what it really means to “make it”. Our podcast features guests who know the grind, who have lived the dream, or at the very least, chased the dream. Through these conversational biographies, truth and vulnerability provide more than a topical roadmap or compile some career advice; they can appeal to the dreamer in us all, with stories that can teach us, inspire us, and even reconcile us, and make us feel like we made a new friend along the way.

00:00 Introduction

03:01 Early Life and Punk Rock Beginnings

15:25 Transition to Roots Music

23:03 Navigating the Music Industry

33:53 Sobriety and Career Resurgence

43:08 Mentorship and Personal Growth

46:27 Navigating the Music Industry's Noise

47:05 Creating a Sincere Record

48:19 The Journey of Making the Album

50:48 Finding Peace in the Process

52:33 Inspiration and Evolution

53:22 Balancing Fame and Personal Fulfillment

56:59 Touring and Producing in a New Era

59:29 Reflections and Future Plans

1:04:12 Post-Fame with Alexi