An unexpected viral TikTok brought this all-female punk band from playing small shows on their college campus to having a dozens of spreadsheets detailed with their numerous upcoming gigs. Listen as the members of Sorry Mom! detail their rise to success and explain to Kelsey how they each uniquely use their musical background to support the communities they perform in.

Join Kelsey on this week's episode as she sits down with the Razor Braids and Alisa Amador! An up-and-coming queer, all-female/non-binary rock band from Brooklyn, the Razor Braids members reveal how their unique perspectives and shared musical experiences - including being part of the choir and Madrigals - have shaped their careers. Discover which band member dressed up as an iconic musician for career day back in grade school, and hear about each member's journey growing up with access to music education. The episode doesn't end there! Listen as Alisa Amador, an alternative folk musician and the first Spanish language winner of NPR Music's Tiny Desk Contest, shares her fascinating journey from harmonizing in the bathtub to her unconventional music education while on the road. Learn how this upbringing shaped her views on music and influenced her goals in the industry, as she emphasizes the importance of being gentle with oneself for achieving success. Tune in now!

Join us for an inspiring episode of the Music Drives Us Podcast! We sat down with rock and roll legend Rick Allen and his wife, fellow singer-songwriter Lauren Monroe, to discuss their non-profit, the Raven Drum Foundation. The foundation’s mission focuses on using music and art to bring healing and hope to communities, veterans, and individuals facing challenges. Discover their journey of resilience and the profound impact of rhythm and creativity in transforming lives. Prepare to be moved by their shared vision of making the world a better place through the universal language of music.