Cuyahoga Sound Podcast: Recent Episodes
Chuck Schilling and Evan Stone
Cuyahoga Sound spotlights original music in the Cleveland area. We interview artists, producers, venue owners and anyone else that helps music thrive on the North Coast
We wrap up our second season with veteran Cleveland bluesman Austin Walkin' Cane! Check out his latest album "Muscle Shoals" on all streaming platforms and learn more at his website. http://www.walkincane.com/index.php
Bluegrass adjacent! We had a blast hanging out with The Whiskey Drinks, discussing the band, booze and more in our longest episode to date!
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086294610876
We sat down with Americana artist Thor Platter to discuss his upcoming album- "As Fast As It Goes". Order your copy now at https://thorplatter.square.site
We sat down with Hannah and Eric from the hard rock quartet TRUSS to discuss the band history and influences, and even got a lesson in how to book opening slots for national acts. Learn more about the band at their website: https://www.trussband.com
After a bit of a hiatus, we've returned with the amazing RnB group Fox Ears! Check out their music and schedule so you can catch the group live: https://foxearsmusic.com/
We sat down with Two Dead Roses to learn more about the band and the ins and outs of industrial strength metal. Learn more about the band by visiting their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/twodeadroses
The Chewy Center is back, and this time Dave didn't come alone! (that's what she said)
https://thechewycenter.com
The Strobe Light Casualties came in to discuss the band, its influences and share some of their desert island albums. Be sure to give a listen to their latest single, "Wanted to Pretend", as well as their previous releases!
https://linktr.ee/strobelightcasualties
C-Level joined us to discuss their upcoming album, "Think 4 Yourself"!
https://www.facebook.com/clevel44
Grav is back on the scene and we're glad to have them back in the studio to talk nonsense with us!
https://gravband.bandcamp.com
We sat down with Chayla Hope and had a great discussion on many topics, including her transition from screamo to pop, making the leap to follow her artistic vision!
https://www.chaylahope.com
We sat down with Teddy Eisenberg to discuss music, what it's like to listen to 10 new albums a week, and learn what it takes to help artists achieve success in 2023!
www.eisenbergreview.com
This episode is a reunion of sorts. Believe it or not, 3/4 of Hollin Kings used to wrestle for Chuck back in middle school. From the mats of Ridge Middle School all the way to the House of Blues stage, Hollin Kings take us through their journey to where they are now and give a glimpse of what the future holds for the band.
https://hollinkings.com
Ray joined us as a last minute guest to create a podcast about nothing and everything at the same time. This was one of our funnest episodes to-date! To access more Ray Flanagan, visit https://rayflanagan.bandcamp.com
We sat down with long-time friend and former bandmate Dennis Davis, discussing his musical journey and his current band, Cleveland Music Award winning Bad JuJu.
https://www.facebook.com/BadJuJuCleveland
We had a great time chatting with Cleveland legend, Jim Miller, discussing his decades-long career, guitars and music history. Check out the JiMiller Band website for the latest news and show dates.
www.jimiller.com
We sat down with Unc D and the masked madman Thin Thicket to discuss their extensive catalog of work, what's in store for the future and what the Youngstown music scene has to offer.
https://uncdbooking.wixsite.com/uncdepk
Our Thanksgiving episode features Ryan Hodson, AKA Space Gorilla, and discussed his music, influences, and his incredible knack for choosing unforgettable band names!
https://www.facebook.com/SpaceGorillaMusic
Jeremy and Daniel of the folk/rock/country group The Morning Bird stopped by to help us celebrate our podcasts one-year anniversary!
https://www.themorningbirdband.com
2/3 of the Eastside band Myth and Company joined us to talk about the history of the band, gear and....Sudoku? Learn more about the band at their website and be sure to give their latest album, "Chefs", a listen!
https://www.mythandcompany.com
We hung out with singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Angie Haze- who was just as happy to talk about gear as we were! :) We also got to discuss her upcoming album "time Thief". Learn more about Angie at her website: https://angiehaze.com
We couldn't let Nick be the only Camel Butter member to come on and chat with us, so the rest of the gang is here to talk about the history and future for the group!
https://www.facebook.com/CamelButter
Kayleigh and Lydia of Lilieae joined us for a most excellent discussion about their music, the history of the band, and some of the greatest shows they've seen.
https://www.lilieae.com
A great conversation with a man with a long history of rocking Cleveland (and beyond!)- Dave Katz! We discuss the origins, evolution and future of ekoostik hookah.
https://ekoostik.com
We sat down with rocker Joe Vitale Jr. and discussed his long musical journey, growing up around rock royalty and his latest project, Ravenwood!
https://www.ravenwoodrocks.com
http://www.joevitalejr.com
We had a great time with rocker Rob Samay, talking about his musical past and where "Rob Rocks" sees the future taking him.
https://robrockscle.com
We had a great conversation with Jason, discussing the many, many musical ventures he's a part of. Thinking you may have missed your chance to make music your full-time career? Let Jason change your mind!
https://jasonpatrickmeyers.com
We had a killer time talking all things music with BreJ and Noah of Land of Panda!
https://linktr.ee/landofpandaofficial
https://www.facebook.com/landofpandaofficial
We sat down with a new addition to the Cleveland music scene, saxophonist Marty Gierczyk. Marty schools us on the ins and outs of his instrument and shares his musical experiences from his hometown of Chicago.
https://www.facebook.com/ShorelineFunk
Longtime Northeast Ohio singer / songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Daniel Rylander joined us to talk music and more! Check out Daniel's music, schedule and more at https://danielrylander.com/welcome
We sat down with Alison and Zach of AJ & The Woods to discuss their upcoming new album "Stay Steady", available now for preorder, as well as their album release show at the Cambridge Room at House of Blues on August 20th! Find all the details at their website:
https://www.ajandthewoods.com
We sat down with cousins Sam Regas and Matt McDonald, to discuss the music, history and influences of their massively creative duo Regas-McDonald.
https://voltagecontrolrecords.bandcamp.com/album/hall-of-fame-cities
We sat down with the great Andy Russo to talk about drumming, booking talent for Terrestrial Brewing Company and his new production company, Terra Nova Productions!
Danny and Evan sat down for a great conversation with Brian and Emily, owners of Enlightenment Event Lighting! Learn more about their business and see some great examples of their work at:
https://www.facebook.com/EnlightenmentEL
We kick off season 2 with a kick-ass trio from the southern edge of Northeast Ohio, The Ohio Weather Band!
https://ohioweatherband.com/
The multi-talented Mark Kovalsky joins Evan, Chuck and new host Danny Shipley for a fun BS session about all kinds of music. This is also Chuck's farewell episode as he will soon be making a move across the pond!
Check out some of Mark's music here: https://www.chronosondermusic.com
We had a great time talking, drinking and playing with glow sticks with members of the nu blue funk group Rubix Groove!
https://rubixgroove.bandcamp.com
It's impossible to avoid the positive energy coming from our youngest guest to date, Mr. Jack McLaughlin! Jack brings modern sensibilities to his music, which holds a strong foundation in the earliest days of rock.
It was a full house for this one as we sat down and got to know Cleveland's own roots reggae group Lake Irie!
https://lakeirie.com/
We sat down with Dan Bruce, a phenomenal jazz guitarist that has performed on more than thirty albums as a sideman and has released two albums under his own name.
You can find his music and schedule at his website:
https://www.danbrucemusic.com
We sat down with Earthquaker Devices Founder, President and Product Designer Jamie Stillman to discuss his journey to becoming a leader in the boutique pedal industry. This episode covers a lot of ground- from Akron to Tokyo, 90's through today and house gigs to stadiums. It was an interesting conversation to say the least! Check out the Earthquaker
Devices YouTube channel for great content: https://www.youtube.com/user/EarthQuakerDevices
We spent our 4/20 getting high on the positive energy flowing from the talented singer and artist Charde Young! Check out her amazing retro soul group Anuvybe!
https://anuvybe.bandcamp.com/releases
We sat down with Mr. Arron Bound, a man capturing the Cleveland music scene through his camera eye. Check out his work at No Numbers Photography!
https://www.facebook.com/nonumbers.photos
We sat down with the talented musician, songwriter and Love Fest organizer Lea Marra!
https://leamarramusic.com
http://chardonlovefest.com
We sat down with David Kennedy to learn the latest work of the local nonprofit, Cleveland Rocks: Past, Present and Future. The organization is working to support and preserve Cleveland’s popular music culture and enrich local social welfare and economic growth by stimulating music-centered initiatives.
https://clevelandrocksppf.org
We stepped outside our musical comfort zone with the one and only Malik X and man was is worth it! Malik gave us his take on the state of hip hop in Cleveland, discussed his writing process, and even gave us recommendations of the best places to eat in and around the city.
https://www.facebook.com/whoismalikx216/
Gabe is the do-it-all man, serving as the director of Cleveland's go-to jazz venue- The Bop Stop!
https://www.themusicsettlement.org/bop-stop
We had a most excellent conversation with the man truly making music for everyone - Jul Big Green!
https://www.julbiggreen.com
We sat down with the amazing latin funk & soul group- The Labra Brothers, talking musical influences and what it's like being a band made up of brothers.
https://www.facebook.com/TheLabraBrothers
Our first non-musician guest! Russell is an incredible videographer and owner of Jones Drones Cleveland. We discuss his experience providing drone video for the NBA All-Star game and his work making music videos for bands.
https://www.jonesdronescle.com
We sat down with George Chase, the songwriter, guitarist and vocalist of the pop-punk band The Sublets! Learn about George's journey back to the music he loves- and hear a jingle or two along the way.
Learn more about The Sublets here: https://thesubletsmusic.com
We're joined by Sparrow and the Lost Boys to talk music, the metaverse and even take on the challenge of deciding who's more influential to music- Paul McCartney or Luke Bryan :)
https://www.facebook.com/sparrowandthelostboys
We sat down with the unofficial band of combat sports in Cleveland, the power duo Mossom! A great discussion about music and candy hacks for Sweetwater.
https://www.facebook.com/MossomCLE
We enjoyed listening to the musical journey of longtime Cleveland music staple, Dreadlock Dave!
https://www.facebook.com/dreadlockdavemc
We shared stories and had an all- around great time with C-Level member and fellow podcaster, Dave "Ziggy" Dietke!
https://www.facebook.com/clevel44
https://www.facebook.com/zigatthegig
We sat down with Tyler Ray- an incredible guitarist and all around great dude! He shares some details about his musical journey so far, as well as where it is headed. Enjoy!
We sat down with Dave, the guitarist and singer of the jam infused, space rock band The Chewy Center!
https://thechewycenter.com/home
Episode 10 features the great Brent Kirby! Brent shares stories of his life and music, as well as some songwriting methods.
Local original blues/rock trio Among the Willows join us for a fun discussion about songwriting, gear, movies and more!
Among the Willows on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Tx20cAOfuNai7o60PieEw?si=DQEK3zZMQZKqAvkSrPD4MA
ListenCLE's Michael and Amanda work as champions for the the local music scene. We discuss the many projects and causes they are working on implementing to bring local music to the stores and streets of Cleveland!
https://listencle.com
A fun discussion with Nick Creme, guitarist for Camel Butter! We cover a wide range of topics from music to olive oil!
Check out Camel Butter's Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2758tIr1K1sA7Xem17gZoq?si=lNYzaod7QaKn9rx-_1R4eQ
And his olive oil store:
https://www.olivemyheart.com
We discuss music, movies and fresh starts with Steve Howard Wright!
Steve's Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6kth3oh0cOEbrL7dCNVF90?si=I7T4V7ZSQj20tYmsrcAiQw
We had a great discussion about music, life and the lingering effects of the pandemic with the great Mikey Silas of Apostle Jones!
Charlie Wilson is a staple of the Cleveland music scene. You can find him playing in Wanyama, his solo project Uncle Gnarly or running sound at the Beachland Ballroom.
Prolific Cleveland artist Ray Flanagan joins us for our third episode! Get a glimpse into his musical past, thoughts on the music scene in Cleveland and more.
How can you describe Grav? Their music spans multiple genres, but all of it puts a smile on your face! Special thanks once again to Bassmenttrader for sponsoring this episode!
Check out Grav's latest album here-
Welcome to episode one of the Cuyahoga Sound Podcast sponsored by Bassmenttrader! Our first guest is the super talented Danny Shipley. We discuss the new podcast and what makes the Cleveland music scene so great.