No Simple Road’s Weekly Rewind
Catch up with the No Simple Road crew as they discuss everything from the music scene, family life, show recaps & reviews, spirituality, psychedelics, and everything in-between!
This week's rewind takes us into a discussion around how healing can show up at the oddest of times and our willingness to take the medicine we are served.
This is old school NSR at its best... Aaron, Mel, and Apple working it out in real-time, with a little help from our NSR Family and The Tepid Line.
Newest episodes
Andy Thomas: Hard Roads and Honest Songs
Ep. 430
This week on No Simple Road, we saddle up for a deep, honest ride with Andy Thomas — a songwriter cut from the cloth of hard roads, real stories, and the kind of truth you can’t fake. Andy joins Aaron, Mel, and Apple for a conversation that moves far beyond the surface, exploring the grit, grace, and lived experience behind the music.
We dig into Andy’s journey blue collar to the stage — where independence matters, authenticity is everything, and songs are born from life rather than industry expectations. He shares stories from the road, the inspiration behind his songwriting, and shares some of the magic that went into his upcoming almub produced by Dave Schools himself!
But like all things No Simple Road, this episode goes deeper than genre. We talk about resilience, creative freedom, and the tension between tradition and evolution. Andy opens up about the influences that shaped him, the lessons learned along the way, and why raw, emotional honesty still resonates louder than polish.
For tour info, music and more head to: andythomasmusic.com
Tyler Ramsey & Carl Broemel: Finding Celestun in the Space Between the Notes
Ep. 429
This week on No Simple Road, we sit down with Tyler Ramsey and Carl Broemel to talk about their stunning new collaborative album, Celestun. Known for their deeply expressive songwriting and textured guitar work, Tyler (formerly of Band of Horses) and Carl (of My Morning Jacket) join Aaron, Mel, and Apple for a conversation that drifts beautifully between craft, connection, and creative trust.
We dive into the making of Celestun — how the project came together, the spirit of collaboration that shaped the songs, and the quiet magic that happens when two seasoned musicians lean into space rather than noise. Tyler and Carl share stories about writing, recording, and finding inspiration in place, nature, and long-standing musical friendships.
The conversation explores the balance between solo artistry and partnership, the evolution of American indie folk and roots rock, and what it means to create from a place of patience in a fast-moving music world.
At its core, this episode is about creative chemistry and honoring the journey that leads artists back to one another. If you’re a fan of indie folk, Americana, My Morning Jacket, Band of Horses, or thoughtful songwriting collaborations, this is one you won’t want to miss.
Listen to their new album 'Celestun' streaming everywhere you get your music!
For more on Tyler Ramsey head over to: www.tylerramsey.com
Follow Tyler on IG @tylerramseymusic
For more on Carl and My Morning Jacket head to: www.mymorningjacket.com
Follow Carl on IG @carlbroemel
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