Dead Archer Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Conversations exploring the music scene in the Atlantic Northeast. Discussion evolving around both performers and all the avenues of the business of music.
In this episode the boys sit down with singer songwriter Kate Possi a few days after playing a set at the Stone Church. Topics of discussion include finding your place as a young woman in music, the conversational magic of jazz, and what the process of becoming a college radio DJ looks like in 2022.
As always, thanks for listening!
You can keep up with Kate's music at: https://katepossi.bandcamp.com/
And you can check out her excellent radio program on WUNH at Thursday 4pm-6pm Friday 11am-1pm: https://www.unh.edu/wunh/dj/kate-p
Keep up with Dead Archer and submit questions for the podcast at: https://www.deadarcher.com/
In the sequel to the Derek Russell Fimbel interview, Mike, George and Andrew chat with Derek about his forthcoming record titled Slow Down, Sunshine. Topics of discussion include the recording and mixing process for the album, recording with limited equipment and what the legal definition of a press junket is.
As always, thanks for listening!
Follow along with Derek's work at www.derekrussellfimbel.com
Keep up with everything Dead Archer related at www.deadarcher.com
In this episode the boys sit down with Dr. Tony Shore from the ObviousPopCast. Topics of discussion include Tony's gigantic record collection, what's going on with The Afghan Whigs these days, and stories about a collegiate Mike Flatt.
Be sure to keep up with Tony's work at: https://obvious.typepad.com/obviouspop/
As always, thanks for listening!
In this episode the boys sit down with Rob Azevedo, host of the radio program Granite State of Mind. We chatted about some of his favorite musical moments he's been privy to over the years, why new england authors rock, and the pitfalls of throwing shows at your house.
Be sure to check out Granite State of Mind at:
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-u5dxq-12aaff8?utm_campaign=w_share_ep&utm_medium=dlink&utm_source=w_share#.YwuPiwkbhbY.facebook
As always, thanks for listening!
In this episode George, Mike and Andrew sit down with songwriter and educator Chazz Rogers after his recent set debuting the material for his upcoming record Losers at the Stone Church. Topics of discussion include the recording and writing process for the new record, the importance of leading by example as an educater and bandleader, and why we're all glad no one is throwing chairs at eachother on the bandstand anymore.
Be sure to keep up with Chazz at: https://chazz.bandcamp.com
As always thanks for listening!
In this episode Mike, George and Andrew talk with songwriter Josh Blair from Peterborough outfit Modern Fools. Topics of discussion include the state of each of our notes apps regarding lyrics and song ideas, the merits of real versus fake maple syrup, and what everyone orders at Waffle House.
Follow along with what Modern Fools is up to at: www.modernfoolsmusic.com
And be sure to catch Josh at the Stone Church in Newmarket NH on 8/24/22!
As always thanks for listening!
In this episode Mike and Andrew chat with 3/4 of the Portland based punk band Lake Over Fire. Topics include the importance of honesty and trust between bandmates, the origins of the band, and the importance of using open strings when playing guitar. Be sure to catch them live as soon as possible!
Be sure to keep up with Lake Over Fire at: https://lakeoverfire.bandcamp.com/
As always thanks for listening!
In this episode the boys sit down and chat with Carson Kennedy and Geoff Himsel from the Portsmouth based folk band Bird Friend. Topics include the efficacy of zines in 2022, folk music's role in modern America, and about how Terry Allen is a national treasure. Bird Friend will grace the stage at The Stone Church once again on Wednesday July 13th, and I implore you to experience them live.
Show link: https://www.facebook.com/events/701155197613278
Be sure to keep up with what they're doing at the link below:
https://birdfriendmusic.bandcamp.com/
In this episode Mike and Andrew sit down with writer and journalist Michael Witthaus to talk about his process for finding new music, his concertgoing history and his time working for The Hippo.
For more of Michael's writing be sure to check out:
https://localrhythms.wordpress.com/author/localrhythms/
As always, thanks for listening!
In this episode the boys sit down with Trophy Wife, The Quahogs, Meaghan Casey & The Latchkey Boys in the green room at the Stone Church to decompress after their sets and yell about how cool Kate Bush is amongst other things.
Be sure to keep up with the bands at the following links:
Trophy Wife: https://www.trophywifemusic.com/
Meaghan Casey & The Latchkey Boys: https://meagboston.wixsite.com/website
The Quahogs: https://thequahogs.bandcamp.com/
As always, thanks for listening!
In this episode George, Andrew and Mike sit down with Scott and Betsy Heron of Green Heron and Derek Fimbel from the Double Crossers in the green room at the stone church after their show on 5/25. We chatted about the difference between bluegrass and old-time music, swapped touring stories, and ways to navigate making music with your significant other.
As always, thanks for listening!
Be sure to check out more of Green Heron at: https://greenheronmusic.com/
And be sure to check out more of The Double Crossers at: https://thedoublecrossers.com/
In this episode George, Mike and Andrew chat with Rachael Barnard about her work as the board member of the Granite State Blues Society, and her history as both a listener and appreciator of music and of her time working to organize and book shows in New England.
If you want to learn more about the Granite State be sure to visit their website:
https://granitestateblues.org/
They will be hosting a show on 5/22 with our friends at the Stone Church in Newmarket as well! Calendar link and details can be found below:
https://musicidb.com/event/eventDetail.htm?eventId=44979
As always, thanks for listening!
In this episode Mike and Andrew chat with the Managing Director of the Bangor non-profit art incubator Launchpad, Josh Gass. We dig into his origins in the non-profit world, his time in LA, his work with the All Roads Festival, and it's beginnings. We talk bit about their path from operating an art gallery and sometimes venue to operating a larger room like the Bangor Arts Exchange. It was a fun conversation that showcased some exciting ideas about how non-profits can help bridge the gap between groups of artists and their community. If you want to learn more about Josh's work, be sure to check out the links below:
https://wearelaunchpad.org/about/
https://bangorartsexchange.org/
https://allroadsmusicfest.org/
Also be sure to pick up a ticket for the Bones and Arrows festival here:
https://portsmouthnhtickets.com/events/dead-archer-presents-bones-and-arrows-a-skelebration-of-music-and-arts-4-30-2022
As always, thanks for listening!
In this episode we chatted with Boston based musicians Eleanor Elektra and Max Ridley. Topics of discussion include the origins of their music career, their songwriting process, what everyone's currently listening to, and whether or not volume has anything to do with concert immersion. We even got a couple songs out of them!
If you're curious to hear more of them be sure to grab a ticket for the Bones and Arrows music festival happening on 4/30 at the Stone Church in Newmarket NH and see them live! You can also find a link to her website below.
https://www.eleanorelektra.com/
Bones and Arrows Ticket link:
https://portsmouthnhtickets.com/events/dead-archer-presents-bones-and-arrows-a-skelebration-of-music-and-arts-4-30-2022
As always, thanks for listening!
In this episode George and Andrew sit down with pianist, educator and performer Jared Rocco. Topics include balancing education with performing with Caliche and as a solo singer songwriter, the story of his first gig with Andrew in middle school, and why stagecraft is important. If you're interested in lessons or if you want to follow along with what he's working on check out the links on his bandcamp page: https://jaredrocco.bandcamp.com/
As always, thanks for listening!
In this episode Mike and Andrew sit down with drummer extraordinaire Matt Heisler. We talk about his time playing with bands like Here We Just Dream, Villains, Jay Psaros, and the Nightly's amongst many others. We also dig into some scene history from the lost corner of the mid 2000's when Matt and Andrew first started playing shows with eachother's band. Matt also imparts some wisdom about finding balance in the life of a working musician.
As always thanks for listening!
In this episode George, Mike and Andrew sit down With Alanah Tintle and Zack Lyons of the Manchester band Five Feet. Topics of discussion include the beginnings of everyone's musical education, songwriting process, and whether or not Diet Coke should exist in 2022.
For more of Five Feet's numerous records check out their bandcamp: https://fivefeet.bandcamp.com/. Be sure to stay tuned for the new EP due out in the near future!
As always, thanks for listening!
In this episode Mike, George and Andrew sit down and chat with LA based film composer composer Chris Ridenhour. Topics of discussion include stories of his time in the band The Mansions, his experience singing on a session with Ray Charles and Quincy Jones, and re-discovering his love for classic bands through his son. Be sure to check out his IMDB if you'd like to hear more of his work: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0725808/
As always, thanks for listening!
In this episode Mike and Andrew sit down and chat with Jake Russell, frontman and songwriter for the band Proelium. Topics of discussion include songwriting, vocal technique, and being an analytical audience member vs an active one.
Thanks for listening as always!
In this episode, a guest cancellation results in Mike, George and Andrew chatting about Italian film scores, 10 calorie sodas and the greatest video in the history of the internet starring Garth Brooks.
Tickets are onsale for the Bones & Arrows festival at the following link:
portsmouthnhtickets.com/events/dead-archer-presents-bones-and-arrows-a-skelebration-of-music-and-arts-4-30-2022
Thanks as always for listening!
In this episode George, Mike and Andrew convene to talk about the past year. Topics include some highlights from the performances we've seen at the Stone Church, stuff we're looking forward to in the coming year, our thoughts on the new Beatles documentary, and of course a discussion about a Taco Bell order as is becoming tradition.
We'll be taking a break this month for the holidays and will be back in January with new episodes. As always, thanks for listening!
Mike, George and Andrew drop into Manchester's Blackheart Sound and chat with it's owner and operator, Eric Sauter. Topics include: studio ownership, gear, communication during recording sessions and the pain of sipping a fountain sprite just after the syrup has run out. Big thanks to Eric for having us in his wonderful space. If you're curious and would like to find out more about the studio check out www.blackheartnh.com.
As always, thanks for listening!
In this episode Mike and Andrew check in with Megan Simon about what's been going on with their band Bad Sandy. Topics of discussion include introductions to music and performance, the strangeness of working in isolation during the pandemic, and a recent write up the band got in Alternative Press.
We also finally spilled the beans on the first Dead Archer music festival we'll be putting on April 30th 2022 at the Stone Church called Bones and Arrows. Be sure to follow us on social media to keep updated as we get closer to launch!
As always, thanks for listening!
CW: Pretty frank discussions about suicide, drugs, mental health
In this episode we sit down with our friend and incredible singer songwriter Justin Cohn in the green room at the Stone Church after his set to talk about his songs and the journey he's been on the past few years. Topics of conversation include songwriting process and the state of modern Christianity. We're very grateful to be able to have this very open conversation with Justin and are inspired by his journey.
As always thanks for listening!
In this episode George, Andrew and Mike sit down in the green room with Evan and Zack from Manchester band Happy Just to See You after their excellent set at the Stone Church. Topics of discussion include early introductions to playing music, mutual admiration for Elliot Smith and Manchester Orchestra, the difficulties and joys of growing a scene in the northeast and more!
Thanks for listening as always!
On this episode George and Andrew chat with singer songwriter Wyn Doran about what she's been up to recently. Topics of discussion include her time at a songwriting retreat with Ben Folds, a covers project she put together for the 30th anniversary of the release of Nirvana's Nevermind, and a new series of shows she's organizing at Vibe Yoga in Nashua NH.
As always, thanks for listening!
On this week's episode Mike and Andrew sit down and chat with our friend Bill Hurley about what he's been up to at his venue The Fallout Shelter in Norwood Massachusetts. We talk about what he looks for in artists who reach out to perform and about his history with the music industry, including a stint working for Atlantic Records.
On this episode with sit down with New Hampshire singer songwriter Charlie Chronopoulos and discuss what he's been working on and where he's headed.
This episode we're joined by new member of the team Kenzie White, along with George and Mike. We discuss strategies for bands to more effectively use social media and some of the pitfalls that plague getting the word out online.
On this episode we chat with our good friend and member of the Dead Archer family, the eternally busy and wonderful Derek Fimbel. We chat about his songwriting and what he's been up to during the pandemic.
Hello listeners! In this episode the gang discusses the importance of mentorship in continuing the tradition of music, and we also check in with our friend Kevin Daniel in the green room of the Stone Church after his set and talk about what he's been up to.
Thanks for listening!
Welcome to the Dead Archer Podcast! On this episode we hang out with Mike, George and Tim and give an overview of who we are and what we're attempting to do with the podcast and our record label. If you ever had questions about making music, whether it's from the perspective of an artist or someone entering the world of music business we may be able to shed some light on how the proverbial sausage gets made.
Thanks for listening!