Howdy friends, we are back with episode 2 of the Moonshine Moonlight Podcast.

Our special guests are John Gray Zahurancik and Rico Wallenda of the band Down River Collective. They talk about their new single “Come On Back” featuring Dan Tyminski and elaborate on writing and recording their band’s upcoming music.

John Gray is also touring with country acts Liam St John and Dylan Gossett as a utility musician.

Rico Wallenda comes from a travelling circus background and his family “The Flying Wallendas” was famous for walking the high wire tight rope.

Mason talks about how he knows Gray from their time together touring with OCMS.

Charlie talks about pedal board rigs and drinking on shine.

This is Mason and Charlie‘s first attempt at making a internationally famous podcast that will surely be loved by one and all alike! On our first episode, we have special guest Eddy Hay. Eddy is a young man not even 21 years old yet and has recently been asked to join the TikTok sensation, Bayker Blankenship’s touring band. Eddy is a Nashville electric guitarist who is inspired by blues & rock ‘n’ roll. He did his time at Brown’s Diner where he had a monthly residency with his band and amassed a local following. Eddy tells us what it’s like going on his first national tour and jumping on the tour bus, playing to hundreds of screaming fans each night.

Our surprise guest on the show is hillbilly banjo extraordinaire Nick Ball! Nick plays us a couple tunes on the banjo and informed us about the current state of legality surrounding cannabis in Tennessee. Nick is playing some shows with Mason this year and can also be seen playing with Off the Rails.

Mason talks about his recent tour with Logan Ledger and how he is about to hit the road with mandolin phenom Sierra Hull as well as his upcoming debut self-titled album that will be released on April 25. Charlie also speaks about his recent release that is available everywhere now entitled “Welcome Home.” Mason and Charlie also hint at their psychedelic indie rock Americana side project called “Intergalactic Tightrope,” and about how there will be singles from that project being released at some point later this year potentially.

This podcasts name was inspired by Mason Via’s father David Via’s song “ Moonshine in the Moonlight” and based around the concept of candidly talking with our buddies from the greater music and festival community. Having conversations much like we might would around the campfire, campsite, or jam circle.

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