How did 311’s Nick Hexum end up busking at a Los Angeles freeway off-ramp? Water Tower’s Kenny Feinstein tells the story of taking the 311 frontman from Warped Tour to a roadside rehearsal with one microphone, no monitors, and passing traffic.
In this clip from Andy Frasco’s World Saving Podcast, host Nick Gerlach talks with Kenny about why Hexum was nervous to perform beside the freeway, how he ended up loving it, and what busking brought to his performances with 311.
Kenny also discusses working with John C. Reilly, collaborating with Mike Herrera of MxPx, connecting with Jim Lindberg of Pennywise, and opening for Reel Big Fish. Plus, they explore Los Angeles bluegrass history, Water Tower’s unconventional approach to building a music career, and Kenny’s book, More Than Talent, finding fans, booking gigs, and making a living as an independent artist.
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