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The Hook with Johni & Jess
Hosted by Jess and Johni, The Hook features candid conversations with musicians, artists, entertainers, and creatives of all kinds. We go beyond the surface to explore the real stories behind the art — the first spark, the turning point, the doubt, the obsession, and the moments that changed everything.
Just like a hook in a song stays with you, every creative has something that grabbed hold and shaped who they became.
This isn’t just about what artists create.
It’s about why they couldn’t stop.
🎙 Interviews
🎸 Live performances
🎣 Real stories behind the craft
Once you’re in, you’re in.
The Hook with Johni & Jess
Latest Episodes
Smooth Groove with Richmond Music Legend Plunky Branch
Richmond music legend James “Plunky” Branch joins The Hook with Johni & Jess for a wide-ranging conversation about more than five decades of music, creativity and cultural impact.From his early years in Richmond and time at ...
Building the Sound of REIN with Jordan Rein
What happens when three incredibly talented musicians share a studio, trust each other completely, and set out to make the best music they possibly can? You get JORDAN REIN.In this episode of The Hook with Johni & Je...
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Roads, Reeds & Rhythm: The Gary Green Story
From hitchhiking the East Coast with a harmonica in his pocket to performing on some of the most iconic stages in America, Gary Green has lived a life that sounds more like a movie script than a résumé.In this episode of The Hook wit...
Rewriting the Story with Tyson Leamon
In this episode of The Hook, Johni and Jess sit down with Tennessee singer-songwriter Tyson Leamon for a conversation that spans faith, family, redemption, and a lifelong passion for music.Tyson shares stories from his earliest days sing...
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A Coruscating Conversation with The Lonely Teardrops
The Lonely Teardrops bring their signature blend of mod garage, surf rock, soul, punk attitude, and country heart to The Hook with Johni & Jess for a conversation that’s as colorful and energetic as their music.Joining us in...
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