Johnny Hastings on Songwriting, Sobriety, and South Dakota's Music Scene

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Bubba Startz welcomes Johnny Hastings to discuss his musical journey and influences. Johnny shares insights into his success at songwriting festivals and the importance of connection in his creative process. They explore personal struggles, sobriety's impact on his music, highlights from the Deadwood Blues Festival, and future plans. Johnny discusses collaborations with Vince Converse and archiving live music with Bubba. They touch on navigating the South Dakota music scene, the importance of touring, and Johnny's future with Stillhouse Down. He shares music links, teases new releases, and introduces the song "Drifter." (0:00) Introduction and Welcome to Johnny Hastings (1:35) Johnny Hastings' Musical Journey and Influences (4:48) Johnny Hastings' Success at Songwriting Festivals (7:09) The Role of Connection in Songwriting (12:09) Discussing Personal Struggles and Sobriety in Music (18:29) The Experience of Performing Sober (22:31) Highlights from the Deadwood Blues Festival (24:18) Johnny Hastings' Upcoming Events and Future Plans (25:46) Recapping the Deadwood Jam and Tobacco Company Stories (27:01) Jamming with Vince Converse at Deadwood Jam (29:21) Archiving Live Music Moments with Bubba Startz (30:16) Stillhouse Down: Johnny Hastings' Future Endeavors (35:09) Navigating the South Dakota Music Scene (38:07) The Significance of Touring for Musicians (39:18) Johnny Hastings Shares Music Links and Teases New Releases (41:00) Introduction to the Song "Drifter" and Collaborative Efforts (45:01) Acknowledging Johnny Hastings' Musical Contributions