A longtime Blue October fan, Brea W. and Lucas talked on her concert history and experiences and journaling those dozens of concerts she attended through the years! Brea used her time during the Pandemic to create a tool designed to help those suffering from chronic illnesses or struggling with mental health issues track their symptoms and attempt to bring some clarity, understanding, and a healthier lifestyle back into their world. But this tool she created (the "Healthy Life Planner") is beyond any other planner available and it really was uniquely designed to be a tool that anyone can utilize to enable themselves to live a healthier life!

A great conversation between Lucas, Jackie Rose, and Matt Noveskey took place following the official "interview." It was so good, that it warranted its very own bonus episode!

Art and music are terms that are intertwined, sometimes more than we know. And for some of us, that mingling is much more than most of us are aware of. In this episode, Lucas was able to talk with new artist Jackie Rose who is completing a residency at Orb Studio's - the studio owned and co-operated by Blue October bassist Matt Noveskey. Learn much more about her music and the unique way in which her senses are intertwined and how that assists her in creating music that is beyond unique and exemplary!

"Twenty-two years ago, I was struggling to figure out who I was and why I was here. I was someone who didn’t fit into the box where I was told I belong….The problem is that I hurt a lot of people in the process. Of course, I justified my actions for years. That was until my selfishness led me to betray a dear friend and cause extreme damage to someone very dear to my heart," wrote James Ramsey, in a January 7th online letter. Listen to his letter in its entirety in this special episode of Just Sway.

Gillian Tietz has quickly become a force for good in the ever-expanding sober community. Her podcast, "Sober Powered," launched in June of 2020 and is currently thirty episodes in with no plans to stop anytime soon. The episodes take a unique approach and looks at alcohol through the lens of science, while at the same time Gillian adds in her own personal experiences to make it incredibly relatable.

On stage, Blue October bassist Matt Noveskey has a stoic appearance. Centered, focused, driven - so much so that you rarely see pictures of him with any sign of emotion while he's playing. But behind that passion is a ton of enthusiasm for his craft and the people he surrounds himself with.

In an amazingly sweet video, David had Blue October bassist Matt Noveskey film himself and the band an inspirational message to his then fiancé, Stephanie. Of course, that was just the beginning of the amazing story behind this lovely couple. Find out more about their story from their talk with Lucas, in this episode!

A special episode of Just Sway as Lucas introduces new artist Alex Nicole! Produced by Blue October bassist, Matt Noveskey, Alex's personality is present in every bit of her music - and in this artist profile, that becomes very evident from the beginning. Listen to learn how Alex got started in music, where her priorities in her career (and her life) are at currently, and what the future might have in store for her!

With the release of Blue October's 10th studio album on October 23rd, 2020, Lucas was joined by a few friends and fellow fans to thoroughly discuss and review "This Is What I Live For."

Blessed to have the the opportunity, Lucas was able to have a quick talk with Justin Furstenfeld - the co-founder, lead singer (and so much more) of Blue October.

Legendary radio personality and music director Paul Fletcher took some time with me to talk about the new Blue October album, 'This is What I Live For' and a little insight into the inner workings of radio. Make sure you listen to this whole episode for a VERY special surprise at the end! I promise, it's well worth it!

Sway has been a constant in my own Blue October library for sometime, and this episode is entirely focused on this one, incredible song.

With the long awaited documentary 'Get Back Up' due to come out on May 21st, 2020, I talked with director Norry Niven all about the film. A fan of Blue October and their music before he began working with them, Norry's relationship with Justin and the rest of the band went from being a fan to telling this incredible story of hope.

One the most intriguing parts about Blue October's fans is this thing we call the "Blue Family." It's not something that is easily describable - but once you experience it, you know it's real.

Michael Molthan of M2 the Rock was very gracious and had me on his show, which is focused around addition, recovery, and the solutions behind a better life.

Just as the song goes, life is full of ups and downs. It goes up, and it goes down. This is the story from Tara Felina and how that "Jump Rope" life of hers has kept her grateful for today and hopeful for better tomorrows.

What is that makes a Blue October concert experience so moving that many describe it as being therapeutic? Why will some go to countless shows, year after year - or travel incredible distances just to see these performances?

Sharing stories from others is important, but letting my own story be known and felt is equally so. This is my story with Blue October and how their music affected me.

This is a story of love, heartache, triumph, and the fight within the human spirit.

On April 12th, 2019, there was a special screening in Dallas of the documentary, "Get Back Up" - the documentary years in the works so many Blue October fans have been patiently waiting for. I was lucky enough to watch it as part of the Dallas International Film Festival, and Jason Maguire and I sat down on a Saturday afternoon (in a McDonald's!) and went over our thoughts on the screening.