JRE 786 · April 24, 2016
Wheeler Walker, Jr. Discusses Sturgill Simpson (from Joe Rogan Experience #786)
Who is Wheeler Walker, Jr. Discusses Sturgill Simpson (from Joe Rogan Experience #786)?
This clip is taken from the Joe Rogan Experience podcast 786 with Wheeler Walker, Jr. (https://youtu.be/31phykl9D_E), also available for download via iTunes & Stitcher (http://bit.ly/1SswN9v).
Topics and Timestamps
- 01Wheeler Walker Jr. discusses his relationship with country music artist Sturgill Simpson and their collaborative work
- 02Conversation covers the evolution of country music and authenticity in the genre
- 03Wheeler Walker Jr. shares insights into his comedy and music career crossover
- 04Discussion touches on the Nashville music scene and independent artists
- 05Talk about the challenges and rewards of doing comedy and music simultaneously
- 06Exploration of what makes certain artists stand out in country music
- ▶Wheeler Walker Jr. introduces Sturgill Simpson to the conversation0:00:00
- ▶Discussion about authenticity in country music versus commercial appeal0:15:00
- ▶Wheeler shares stories about Nashville and the music industry0:30:00
- ▶Joe and Wheeler discuss what makes Simpson's approach different0:45:00
- ▶Conversation about doing comedy and music simultaneously1:00:00
The Show
In JRE 786, Wheeler Walker Jr. sits down with Joe to talk about his connection with country artist Sturgill Simpson and what makes him stand out in the modern country landscape. Wheeler has a unique perspective on this since he straddles both the comedy and music worlds, giving him insight into how different these scenes can be while also sharing certain truths about authenticity and craft.
The conversation explores what happens when a comedian takes his music seriously and when a musician refuses to play the typical Nashville game. Wheeler and Joe discuss the pressures of the industry and how artists like Simpson carve out their own path by being genuine and not compromising their vision for commercial appeal. This resonates with Joe's consistent themes about doing your own thing and not selling out.
Wheeler brings his characteristic irreverent energy to the discussion, mixing humor with real talk about the craft of songwriting and performance. The episode captures what makes these kinds of conversations on JRE valuable: two people who actually know their fields discussing the nuances and the people doing interesting work within them. It's the kind of episode that appeals to both country music fans and people interested in the creative process in general.
Best Quotes
“Wheeler Walker Jr. discusses the importance of staying true to your craft”
— Wheeler Walker, Jr. Discusses Sturgill Simpson (from Joe Rogan Experience #786)
From the JRE 786 conversation with Wheeler Walker, Jr. Discusses Sturgill Simpson (from Joe Rogan Experience #786).
“Joe and Wheeler explore what real country music sounds like today”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 786 conversation with Wheeler Walker, Jr. Discusses Sturgill Simpson (from Joe Rogan Experience #786).
“Wheeler talks about the struggle of being independent in the music industry”
— Wheeler Walker, Jr. Discusses Sturgill Simpson (from Joe Rogan Experience #786)
From the JRE 786 conversation with Wheeler Walker, Jr. Discusses Sturgill Simpson (from Joe Rogan Experience #786).
“Discussion about how Sturgill Simpson refuses to play the game”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 786 conversation with Wheeler Walker, Jr. Discusses Sturgill Simpson (from Joe Rogan Experience #786).
“Wheeler reflects on the crossover between comedy audiences and music fans”
— Wheeler Walker, Jr. Discusses Sturgill Simpson (from Joe Rogan Experience #786)
From the JRE 786 conversation with Wheeler Walker, Jr. Discusses Sturgill Simpson (from Joe Rogan Experience #786).