Collaborations That Changed Me: The Musicians Who Shaped My Journey
The Beauty of Musical Partnership Over the course of my life in music, one thing has become clear to me: collaboration is where the magic happens. Sure, solo moments have their place, and I love playing on my own. But the real joy, the real growth, comes from sharing the stage—and the creative process—with other […]
Festival Vibes and Road Tales: Stories From a Life on Tour
Life Between the Lines When people think about the life of a touring musician, they often picture the stage lights, the screaming fans, the big festival moments. And don’t get me wrong—those are incredible parts of the job. But for those of us who’ve lived it day in and day out, touring is so much […]
From Du Jour to Dead: The Evolution of My Musical Journey By Bill McKay
A Life in Music I’ve been a professional musician my entire life, and it’s been one long, winding, beautiful ride. Music has taken me across the country and around the world. It’s introduced me to lifelong friends, taught me how to listen deeply, and pushed me to grow, adapt, and keep evolving. Looking back, each […]
Leftover Salmon and the Jamgrass Revolution: My Decade in the Mix By Bill McKay
A New Chapter Begins When I joined Leftover Salmon in 2000, I didn’t fully realize I was stepping into something that would shape the next ten years of my life—and change how I thought about music. I’d already spent time with bands like Band Du Jour and the Derek Trucks Band, exploring soul, rock, and […]