Undefined With Bella

Undefined With Bella

By: Undefined

Language: en

Categories: Music, Commentary, Interviews

Undefined is a music exploration podcast that breaks down genre barriers, featuring everything from indie and alternative to pop and rock. Host Bella shares artist interviews, concert reviews, music insights, and highlights from past shows, creating a space where music knows no limits. undefinedwithbella.substack.com

Episodes

Taylor Hollingsworth on Musical Style, Touring, working with Conor Oberst & more | Undefined
Jan 09, 2026



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Duration: 00:43:39
Elliott McPherson talks the Dexateens, Chapel Cabinetry, and Tuscaloosa | Undefined
Jan 07, 2026



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Duration: 00:30:12
Scott Danbom on Centromatic, working with Alejandro Escovedo and more | Undefined
Dec 10, 2025

In this episode of Undefined, Bella is joined by multi-instrumentalist Scott Danbom from Denton, Texas. The two chat about his musical beginnings, his time in Centro-matic and Slobberbone, his solo work, collaborating with Alejandro Escovedo, and more. Catch Scott on the road with Alejandro here: https://www.alejandroescovedo.com/tour



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Duration: 00:43:43
Patterson Hood talks the Definitive Decoration Day, setlists, collaborations, and more!
Dec 10, 2025

In this very special episode of Undefined, Bella is joined by one of her favorite musicians, Patterson Hood from the Drive-By Truckers. The two talk about his current tour with Craig Finn and Ben Hackett, his new album Exploding Tree & Airplane Screams, collaborating with artists like Wednesday, Lydia Loveless, Chris Funk, Waxahatchee and Kevin Morby, how he crafts setlists, the Definitive Decoration Day, Jason Isbell, playing Colbert, and so much more. This was one of my biggest dreams come true, and I wanted to thank everyone who has listened and supported the show for helping make things like this...

Duration: 00:58:32
Tom Blankenship on 20 Years of Z, Crafting My Morning Jacket Setlists, Festivals, Fatherhood & More!
Oct 19, 2025

In this episode of Undefined, Bella sits down with Tom Blankenship, bassist and founding member of My Morning Jacket. The two talk about the band’s new album “Is,” celebrate the 20th anniversary of their iconic record “Z,” and dive into what fans can expect from their upcoming fall tour. Tom also shares festival stories, reflections on fatherhood, and his love for vintage 90s graphic t-shirts. This conversation was such a blast. Catch Tom with My Morning Jacket on tour this fall, and grab a copy of “Is” on vinyl!



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Duration: 00:42:16
Oasis and the Power of Fandom | Melissa Locker on And After All: A Fan History of Oasis | Undefined
Sep 01, 2025

Oasis are back in the US! To celebrate, I am releasing a special series of Oasis-themed episodes of Undefined. First up is my conversation with author, music journalist, podcaster, and producer Melissa Locker. In July, she released her fantastic new book And After All: A Fan History of Oasis, which tells the band’s story through interviews with some of their most dedicated fans. If you love Oasis or fan culture in general, this book is a must-read!

Watch the video version here:



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Duration: 00:49:54
Drayton Farley on His Breakout, Sadler Vaden, Landman Feature, Upcoming Album & more!
Aug 30, 2025

In this episode of Undefined I talk with Drayton Farley about his path from working blue collar jobs to becoming one of Americana’s most exciting new voices. We dive into how he recorded his first album A Hard Up Life at home, the moment his music took off on streaming, and how that allowed him to leave his day job. Drayton shares what it was like working with Sadler Vaden of Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit on his 2023 record Twenty on High and gives a look at his upcoming album. We also talk about his song being featured in...

Duration: 01:03:23
Jenni Rose on Living Authentically, Creativity and Spirituality, and Her First Tour Since Coming Out
Aug 30, 2025

On this episode of Undefined, Bella is joined by the wonderful Jenni Rose, frontwoman of the cowpunk group Vandoliers. The two talk about what this past year has been like for Jenni—her story of coming out, telling her bandmates, recording the band’s new album Life Behind Bars at Sonic Ranch Studios in Texas, her secret punk project, spirituality, and much more. Thank you so much to Jenni for joining me! To see the Vandoliers live and check out their new record:

https://vandoliers.com/

Follow Jenni and the band: https://www.instagram.com/that...

Duration: 00:59:26
Molly Tuttle on “So Long, Little Miss Sunshine,” Collaborating with Ringo Starr, Playing Red Rocks with Jason Isbell & More!
Aug 17, 2025

In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with the incredible Molly Tuttle about her upcoming album So Long, Little Miss Sunshine, out now! We dive into the album’s art direction, her evolving sound, what it was like collaborating with Ringo Starr, playing Red Rocks with Jason Isbell, and more. Huge thanks to Molly for taking the time to talk with me. To learn more about her and pre-order the new record, visit:

https://www.mollytuttlemusic.com/

https://shop.mollytuttlemusic.com/collections/so-long-little-miss-sunshine



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Duration: 00:22:00
Working with Baby Billy: Behind the Music of The Righteous Gemstones with Hot Goat Music | Undefined
Aug 13, 2025

In this episode of Undefined, Bella chats with Mike and Rick of Hot Goat Music, a North Carolina based songwriting duo known for their genre-hopping work in TV and film. They're best known for their contributions to HBO's The Righteous Gemstones, where they played the Gemstone Salvation Church band and wrote several original songs for the show, including the theme for "Baby Billy's Bible Bonkers." They talk about their beginnings, being in rival bands in college, how they landed the show, working with Walton Goggins, and more. Special thanks to Mike and Rick for coming on the show. Follow...

Duration: 00:25:12
Sadler Vaden on Dad Rock, Producing, the 400 Unit & More!
May 08, 2025



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Duration: 00:42:58
Interview with Justin Bloss
May 08, 2025

In this episode, Bella chats with her new friend Justin Bloss, a singer-songwriter from Tulsa, OK. Justin shares how he accidentally got into songwriting, touring with John Moreland and more



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Duration: 00:25:46
Ben Nichols on Lucero Unplugged, Solo Music, His Hometown & More
May 08, 2025



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Duration: 00:31:02
Drew Copeland of Sister Hazel Talks New Album, Tom Petty, The Rock Boat, and More!
May 08, 2025

In this episode of Undefined, Bella chats with Gainesville native and Sister Hazel vocalist Drew Copeland. They discuss the band's new album, Sand, Sea, Crash & Debris, their experiences touring, the influence of Tom Petty, their dedicated fanbase, and more. Learn more about Sister Hazel here:

https://www.sisterhazel.com/



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Duration: 00:31:01
Will Johnson talks Centro-matic, the 400 unit, paintings & more!
Jan 22, 2025

In this episode of Undefined, Bella chats with Will Johnson, a multi-talented musician, writer, and painter from Texas. Will is the frontman of the bands Centro-matic and South San Gabriel and has an impressive solo career, with his brand-new EP Sleuthed/Full Cuts out now. He currently plays as a multi-instrumentalist with Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. In this conversation, Bella and Will discuss his musical beginnings, his friendship with Jason Isbell (including how he inspired one of Jason's songs), life on tour, the potential reunion of Centro-matic, his painting endeavors, and much more. A huge thank-you to Will...

Duration: 00:45:18
Matt Patton Talks Dial Back Sound, the Oxford Music Scene, and More! Undefined with Bella
Dec 17, 2024

In this episode of Undefined, Bella chats with Matt Patton—bassist for the Drive-By Truckers and owner of the record label and recording studio Dial Back Sound in Water Valley, MS. They discuss the history and artists of Dial Back Sound, Matt's musical journey, the Oxford music scene, Southern Rock Opera, and more.

Special thanks to Matt for inviting me to the show!

If you're in the Oxford area, be sure to check out the Dial Back Sound Vinyl Pop-Up Shop, now open in Water Valley, MS. Located at 20 Main Street, across from the Casey Jo...

Duration: 00:37:53
Undefined With Bella Steiert: Interview with John Flansburgh from They Might Be Giants
Oct 16, 2024



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Duration: 00:33:43
Interview with OG Wiggle Murray Cook & Lizzie Mack from The Soul Movers!
Oct 16, 2024



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Duration: 00:33:44
Interview with Ben Nichols from Lucero: Undefined with Bella
Oct 16, 2024



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Duration: 00:31:35
Interview With Mover Scott from The Imagination Movers
Oct 16, 2024



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Duration: 00:36:27
Undefined with Bella Steiert: interview with Shane Smith
Oct 16, 2024



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Duration: 00:23:41
Undefined with Bella Steiert: Cory Branan Interview
Oct 16, 2024



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Duration: 00:42:02