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Balancing Country Rock and Trucking: The Journey of Barry Lefroy and the Lefroy Band
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Ever wondered how a long-haul trucker balances life on the road with the high-energy world of country rock? Join us for an unforgettable episode of Skip Happens Podcast as Barry Lefroy from the Lefroy Band shares his incredible journey from Toronto to Southern California and now to Anderson, Alabama, near the iconic Muscle Shoals. You'll get a front-row seat to the band's evolution over the past eight years and learn about the stellar contributions from legendary musicians like Laurence Juber, Josh Freese, Greg Leisz, and Jeff Babko. Barry also opens up about their unique spin on Bob Dylan's "Knockin' on Heaven's Door".
In this captivating conversation, Barry discusses the Lefroy Band's latest hit single, crafted by Dean Chance, and its triumphant climb on country radio stations. We uncover the intricate process of recording, blending sounds from Muscle Shoals and Studio City, and the unique challenges Barry faces balancing his dual passions for music and trucking. Barry also shares some heartfelt and humorous anecdotes from nearly five decades behind the wheel, giving us a glimpse into the life of a musician who finds solace in the driver's seat of his 90-foot truck.
Our episode wraps up with Barry's exhilarating tales of classic car collecting, including some high-octane moments doing burnouts in a restored muscle car for an auction. Discover how his wife unexpectedly became a part of their recording process, leading to her impressive debut on their EP. Barry offers invaluable advice to aspiring artists, touching on his own musical history, from playing with small local bands to jamming with April Wine. Tune in to hear about Barry's favorite instruments, nostalgic memories of Toronto and Syracuse, and the Lefroy band's growing online presence. This episode is packed with music, stories, and inspiration you won't want to miss!
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Chapters
1. Skip Happens Podcast (00:00:00)
2. Trucking, Music, and the Band (00:11:22)
3. Musical Journey and Advice (00:18:23)
4. Guitars, Bass, Cars, and Music (00:30:34)
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