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The Lonely Teardrops bring their signature blend of mod garage, surf rock, soul, punk attitude, and country heart to The Hook with Johni & Jess for a conversation that’s as colorful and energetic as their music.

Joining us in the studio are founder, lead vocalist, and guitarist Katie Teardrop, bassist Simon Hall, drummer Ricky Tubb, and saxophonist Bryan Condra. Together, they share the story behind the band’s name, the evolution of their sound since forming in 2005, and how a group of musicians with diverse backgrounds came together to create something uniquely their own.

From international adventures and punk rock roots to spontaneous stage moments and the magic of live performance, this episode dives into the personalities, friendships, and creative chemistry that fuel The Lonely Teardrops.

The band opens up about their songwriting process, the role of visual storytelling in music, the happy accidents that become fan-favorite moments, and why getting audiences up and dancing is always the goal. Plus, hear hilarious stories from the road, behind-the-scenes insights into their band dynamic, and why they believe the best music happens when you embrace the unexpected.

If you love garage rock, surf-inspired sounds, soulful melodies, and bands that know how to turn every show into a stop-and-shake dance party, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Follow The Lonely Teardrops for upcoming shows, new music, and more unforgettable dance parties.

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This week on The Hook, Johni and Jess sit down with Virginia hard rock band Four Thirty Four (434) for a conversation that's equal parts music, mayhem, and brotherhood.

Born from the Charlottesville music scene and named after Central Virginia's iconic area code, 434 shares the story behind the band's evolution, their unexpected reunion after a 20-year hiatus, and the personal losses that helped shape their music and perspective on life. From playing major festivals like Blue Ridge Rock Festival to climbing independent radio charts, these guys prove that authentic rock and roll is alive and well.

The conversation dives into songwriting, life on the road, the meaning behind their music, and why audiences connect so deeply with their live shows. Along the way, you'll hear stories involving gummy mishaps, mysterious suitcase thefts, hard nipples, Waffle House adventures, and a whole lot of laughter. Because with 434, the music is serious—but they definitely don't take themselves too seriously.

If you love powerful riffs, meaningful lyrics, and bands that truly live what they preach, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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Listen now and discover why 434 is making noise far beyond the 434 area code.

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What does it take to turn a lifelong dream into a feature film?

This week on The Hook with Johni & Jess, we sit down with Josh Pavlock, founder of Osprey Media Studios and the writer, producer, and director behind the independent thriller Checked Out. Josh shares the incredible six-year journey from mowing his lawn and deciding to make a movie, to filming a feature-length thriller, building a cast and crew, navigating the challenges of editing, and preparing for film festival submissions.

Along the way, we talk about:

• Why he traded his dream sports car for a movie budget
• The surprising challenges of casting, directing, and editing
• How a sinking boat nearly derailed production
• The reality of making an independent film from the ground up
• Why collaboration matters more than control
• The future of Checked Out and the trilogy already in the works
• Advice for aspiring filmmakers who don't know where to start

Plus, Josh shares his favorite films, directors, soundtracks, and the philosophy that helped him bring his vision to life: "Don't wait. Go make a movie."

Whether you're a filmmaker, creative entrepreneur, storyteller, or someone sitting on a dream you've been putting off, this episode is packed with inspiration, behind-the-scenes insight, and proof that it's never too late to bet on yourself.

🎬 Learn more about Checked Out and Osprey Media Studios, and hear how one idea grew into a full-fledged filmmaking journey.

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