Ryan Garney: Why Supporting European Bands is the Future of the Underground Scene

Ryan Garney, lead singer of High Desert Queen and founder of Ripple Fest Texas, discusses his passion for supporting European bands and helping independent artists build sustainable careers through his consulting work with Lick of My Spoon Productions. Ryan emphasizes the importance of providing international talent with the logistical support needed to tour the United States and breaks down his mission to help bands move away from reliance on major labels. We explore his "Gigging with Garney" series on Instagram, where he offers expert advice on festival booking and industry networking, and discuss why strengthening the bond between the European and American underground scenes is the future of the stoner rock community. This is a must-watch for any independent musician looking to elevate their business game or fan curious about how their favorite overseas bands make it to US shores. #thesonicroadpodcast #podcast2026 #RyanGarney #HighDesertQueen #MusicBusiness #IndependentArtist #RippleFestTexas