SMI Radio Ep. 74 On Demand: Brent Amaker and Lukas Nelson (Photos)

Brent Amaker and Lukas Nelson (Photos by Greg Roth and Jerry and Lois Levin)

In this week’s episode of SMI Radio, once again we take you inside the famous Hurricane Cafe (see photos below) for an interesting and insightful conversation with the eclectic and talented Brent Amaker. Brent talks about his interesting brand of “cowboy rock” and his influences that include everything from Johnny Cash, to the Ramones, to 80’s New Wave. Brent also talks about his love for the road, the state of country music, and more. Brent Amaker and The Rodeo will take the stage next Wednesday, November 21st at The Triple Door. Tickets are available for purchase here.

You can follow Brent and his band on RockStar Motel.

In the second half of the show, you’ll hear from guitarist and vocalist Lukas Nelson. Lukas talks about his many musical influences that include his father, Willie Nelson, his song writing process, and his most recent appearance on The Late Show with David Letterman. Lukas was recently in town to play a show at Tractor with past SMI Radio guests and friends, Ayron Jones & The Way. 

BRENT AMAKER AND THE RODEO RIDE INTO THE TRIPLE DOOR (PHOTO SLIDESHOW)

Brent Amaker at The Hurricane Cafe (Photo by Greg Roth)
Brent Amaker at The Hurricane Cafe (Photo by Greg Roth)
Brent Amaker at The Hurricane Cafe (Photo by Greg Roth)
Brent Amaker at The Hurricane Cafe (Photo by Greg Roth)
Brent Amaker at The Hurricane Cafe (Photo by Greg Roth)
Brent Amaker at The Hurricane Cafe (Photo by Greg Roth)
Brent Amaker at The Hurricane Cafe (Photo by Greg Roth)
Brent Amaker at The Hurricane Cafe (Photo by Greg Roth)
Brent Amaker at The Hurricane Cafe (Photo by Greg Roth)
Brent Amaker at The Hurricane Cafe (Photo by Greg Roth)
Brent Amaker at The Hurricane Cafe (Photo by Greg Roth)
Brent Amaker at The Hurricane Cafe (Photo by Greg Roth)
Brent Amaker at The Hurricane Cafe (Photo by Greg Roth)
Brent Amaker at The Hurricane Cafe (Photo by Greg Roth)
Lukas Nelson (Photo by Jerry and Lois Levin)
Lukas Nelson (Photo by Jerry and Lois Levin)
Lukas Nelson (Photo by Jerry and Lois Levin)
Lukas Nelson (Photo by Jerry and Lois Levin)

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Not only is he a multi-media journalist, he is also an accomplished musician. He is the founder of SMI and drives the creative look, feel and branding for the publication. His years of writing, arranging, and performing live music in a variety of genres inform his ability to communicate the message and the mechanics of music. Roth’s work on SMI reflects his philosophy that music is the universal language, and builds community. He believes it has the power to unite people of every race, religion, gender, and persuasion.