Songs of the Unsung: Recent Episodes
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Songs of the Unsung is a podcast hosted by Eric Barnett, a singer-songwriter based in Charleston, SC. He talks to other songwriters about their process, influences, and other musical musings. Guests also share a live song or two!
Paul Stone (Pietrofeso) is a rock / roots / blues musician originally hailing from Long Island, NY. Now a staple in the Summerville, South Carolina music scene, he fronts the Paul Stone Project with a lineup of incredible local musicians. Their debut EP "Next in Line" is available on all streaming platforms.
LINKS:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PaulStoneProject/
ReverbNation: https://www.reverbnation.com/paulstone6
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/next-in-line-ep/1439703528
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6Be2nIOnYoC0KU6Ajfg9i5?si=uoFXMFDpS5mseCAeedX8yA
Paul on Craft Conversations:
https://youtu.be/Es5CPBBAd6I
https://youtu.be/NhCWn5D0GBg
Roger Mindwater is a songwriter, poet, artist, and woodworker currently residing in Summerville, SC. Roger embraces a very DIY aesthetic - writing, recording, and releasing his own music, self publishing his poetry, and running his woodworking business, the Zen Woodworker. His newest album Black Mountain hit streaming platforms on November 4th - enjoy my conversation with Roger!
LINKS:
https://rogermindwater.bandcamp.com
https://www.facebook.com/RogerMindwater/
https://www.instagram.com/mindwater
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUwAufKO4gMP5-sWAgn_nKA
https://www.postandcourier.com/journal-scene/culture/mindwater-creating-new-music-performing-locally/article_6696ea1d-49c2-5714-8d88-34be2ab80a80.html
https://jarmanagement.wixsite.com/wingsweekly/post/featured-artist-008-roger-mindwater
https://www.facebook.com/campfieldmusic/
https://www.instagram.com/thezenwoodworker/
It was a pleasure to interview Kevin Church in this episode, as he interviewed me back in 2018 for Mufic's Songwriter of the Month. Kevin is a hard working singer-songwriter originally hailing from North Carolina. He'll be on the Songs of the Unsung stage at the Edisto Blackwater Boogie on Saturday, October 8th - come check it out!
Hear Kevin's music at:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thekevinchurch
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekevinchurch/
BandCamp: https://kevinchurch.bandcamp.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCnRjYY7l2CQOC5b9nuM8Q
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/126ukAAsiIgvpozVKPRsqT?si=CpY8kncRQKmXPVgfA7BMIw
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/kevin-church/307607710
MUFIC Songwriter of the Month: https://youtu.be/LF-F5BJR1xg
Charleston City Paper Article: https://charlestoncitypaper.com/kevin-church-cant-help-but-be-a-solo-songwriter/
On this episode, I talk with Jig Wiggler. Jig is a multi-instrumentalist that splits his time between Charleston and Nashville. He has his hands in a lot of projects, writing and playing songs solo, writing and recording songs for other artists, and playing in many different local bands. Jig will also be on the lineup for the Edisto Blackwater Boogie on the Songs of the Unsung stage. For more info, go to https://edistoblackwaterboogie.com/
Check out Jig Wiggler's music:
Website: https://www.jigwiggler.com
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/jigwiggler
Reverbnation: https://www.reverbnation.com/jigwiggler
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jigwiggle
Chance and Circumstance Website: https://www.chanceandcircumstancemusic.com
C&C FB: https://www.facebook.com/ChanceAndCircumstanceMusic/
This week’s guest is Kael Jackson. Not only is Kael a great guitarist and songwriter, he’s also a fellow podcast host. Once you hear his story and check out his new single which drops August 27th, check out his podcast Headbanger’s Rodeo!
Also, be sure to check out www.edistoblackwaterboogie.com for news about the upcoming local music festival in October. In addition to two main stages jam packed with great local bands, there will also be a Songs of the Unsung stage, showcasing songwriters in their natural stripped-back habitat!
LINKS:
Website - https://kaeljacksonmusic.com
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kaeljacksonmusic/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kaeljacksonandthirdeye/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNHtGScCLyWEAhhxwJIXshw
Headbanger’s Rodeo - https://open.spotify.com/show/1itClVXvYg2b9CLxPe92Jf?si=cd2db58570f34c34
PAC Presents - https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/pac-presents-kael-jackson-1
Grilled Cheese Show - https://youtu.be/ZA-fV-EUIhI
Voyage Savannah - https://voyagesavannah.com/interview/check-out-kael-jacksons-story/c-kaeljackson__ala5937socwm_1637651329163/
This week’s guest is Rodney Smith. Rodney was one of the first folks I met when moving to Charleston, him hosting the Tommy Condon’s Open Mic on Monday nights downtown. He’s always been a great supporter of my music, as well as many other local musicians. Originally from Tulsa, OK, Rodney has accomplished a lot both in music and the television and film industry. He’s got a lot of /’s to his name - he’s singer-songwriter/actor/writer/director/(did I miss anything, Rodney?)
LINKS:
RS website - https://rodsmith74.wixsite.com/rodneysmithmusic
The Joint Subcommittee FB - https://www.facebook.com/thejointsubcommitteeband/
The Joint Subcommittee on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-joint-subcommittee/1623935319
The Joint Subcommittee on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0chJLwOqVoOMZN3Gyywnxd?si=42NC9NGaQZWkh2Pk5SVcFg
RS YT - https://www.youtube.com/user/rodsmith7
RS IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3979937/
Jet Pilot Jerry FB - https://www.facebook.com/JetPilotJerry/
Jet Pilot Jerry on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jet-pilot-jerry/739937603
Jet Pilot Jerry on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UDnY07frmrMugFUoE5BIx?si=4_xa8rMcT7OZsAv785I1Hw
Lucky Luke - https://vimeo.com/314532080
Teacher of the Year - https://vimeo.com/41049116
This week’s guest on the podcast is Doug Walters. In a strange combination of good & back luck, I first met Doug when we were double booked for a gig. Immediately, I could tell that he was a good guy & someone I’d like to have a conversation with. Doug’s latest record “World on Fire” is a warm, dark, emotional trip through the turmoil of the world that surrounds us and the light of love on the other side.
Check out Doug’s music:
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/j.dougwalters
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thedougwalters
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe9b3SUT5C8w2hr3E4FYhqg
ReverbNation - https://www.reverbnation.com/dougwalters
Torture Town Reverbnation - https://www.reverbnation.com/torturetown
...and here's a video I helped him shoot - https://youtu.be/wJf0I6KLkpU
This week on the podcast, I sat down with Adam Tomkowski, AKA Adam Tomcat. Adam is a country singer-songwriter, a fellow former Ohioan, and a Charleston Firefighter. We talk about his influences, his songs, and growing up listening to his father sing in a 90's country cover band. Enjoy!
Check out Adam's music at:
http://www.facebook.com/Adamtomcatmusic
http://www.instagram.com/adamtomcat
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6p3vt3G-funQ5m4rZD8y8w
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/adam-tomcat/1572220086
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1YpQFOiajNvUsUAYc7x7O7?si=rIzRjo_NRZGslCWnRgua3A
MUFIC Songwriter of the Month (January 2021) - https://youtu.be/UuQK7wv56ew
Fox24 Spotlight Music Series (August 2021) - https://youtu.be/g_3tI_Fq6rA
Tom Wilson & Texas Storm “Cool Spring Water” - https://youtu.be/aH14yllaYeE
This weeks guest is Joshua Jarman. Not only is Joshua an incredible guitarist, he's also a fantastic singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer. We do a deep dive on Joshua's music and influences. He also plays two songs that are frankly not to be missed!
Check out Joshua's music at:
https://www.facebook.com/JoshuaJarmanMusic
https://joshuajarman.bandcamp.com
http://www.reverbnation.com/joshuajarman
http://www.youtube.com/JoshuaJarmanMusic
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/joshua-jarman/1253449794
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4BOdOAFJ3AXiq8qjLiVrqb?si=kGGt2xVmQLm25OBaZLsOuQ
-POST AND COURIER ARTICLE - SUMMERVILLE JOURNAL SCENE : https://www.postandcourier.com/journal-scene/community-news/jarman-a-local-favorite-living-in-the-now/article_f757b0f9-4512-5d66-9c14-60fe9a9b24ca.html
-CITY PAPER ARTICLE - https://charlestoncitypaper.com/beat-juice-11-questions-with-singer-songwriter-joshua-jarman/
-CRAFT CONVERSATIONS : 04/20/2018 “episode 4 - The Quasi-Live Episode” : https://youtu.be/_3a0lEW8jX011/2/18 “Episode 48 - Van Down by the River Episode” : https://youtu.be/mB_k-hi1PZ4
-MUFIC SONGWRITER OF THE MONTH : SEP 2018 : https://youtu.be/FTXneMTGv90
On this episode, I talk to George Fox, AKA Foxy G. Originally from the rolling hills of Kentucky, George moved to South Carolina for college and never left. Eventually making his way to Folly Beach, George formed Big Stoner Creek in the early 90's. BSC has just released a new self-titled record, which he discusses and plays a couple of songs off of. On Monday night at Chico Feo on Folly, George hosts the Songwriter Soapbox.
For more about George, Big Stoner Creek, and the Songwriter Soapbox, check out:
https://bigstonercreek.bandcamp.com/
https://www.bigstonercreek.com/
https://www.facebook.com/Big-Stoner-Creeks-Page-101864175615385
https://wlm3.com/2022/04/21/song-lyrics-as-opposed-to-poetry-george-fox-edition/
https://www.facebook.com/thesongwriterssoapbox/
https://www.follycurrent.com/2021/09/04/getting-on-his-soapbox/
https://www.postandcourier.com/charleston_scene/folly-beach-songwriters-soapbox-builds-confidence-of-acoustic-performers/article_ec3bdaa6-b72a-11eb-a481-3b63be8c0a91.html
https://open.spotify.com/album/5O96gJvSzytMyi2DlTnITL?si=rwprewSOQ-Ol5kMDtsLocA
https://music.apple.com/us/album/big-stoner-creek/1610172025
This week's guest is Ron Daniel. Ron is a Summerville, SC-based songwriter originally hailing from Athens, GA. His new album, Country Made For Kings, dropped on May 15th, with streaming forthcoming. The album release party is planned for June 17th at Coastal Coffee Roasters in Summerville.
Check out Ron's music at:
http://www.facebook.com/Rondanielmusic
https://www.reverbnation.com/rondaniel3
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/ron-daniel/1476634399
https://open.spotify.com/artist/75UFmG4CThXtvOlnNnsoIQ?si=7eMl51c-QzWdaLytQP3R-g
MuFiC's interview:
https://youtu.be/DW3Pu553D6U
Ron on Craft Conversations:
https://youtu.be/6oGPihv7Jnc
This week my guest is Colleen Lloy. Originally from Sacramento, Colleen has also lived in Nashville, where she performed frequently at the Bluebird Cafe. She's also played around the globe, having performed in two USO shows. These days, Colleen lives in Charleston and plays every Friday at Slightly North of Broad.
Check out Colleen's music at:
https://colleenlloy.com
https://www.reverbnation.com/colleenlloy
https://www.facebook.com/people/Colleen-Lloy-Music/
https://music.apple.com/us/album/rock-and-roll/1451048641?i=1451048642
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1UiA6M7I7nCUhGNjOd4FcD?si=f1VNGslYRJ205_T1Xs6d2A
On this episode, I talk to Mike Kaufman about his influences, his songwriting, fingerstyle guitar, and the upcoming album and concerts he is planning to benefit the STAAR Ovarian Cancer Foundation. Mike's wife Suzanne passed away in July of 2021 from ovarian cancer and he has since written an album of songs in her memory. Please check out the links below to learn how you can help support ovarian cancer research!
The STAAR Ovarian Cancer Foundation:
http://www.staaroc.org/
Post & Courier article about Mike's mission:
https://www.postandcourier.com/charleston_scene/charleston-musician-whose-wife-died-of-ovarian-cancer-now-hosting-benefit-concert/article_13751b0c-af62-11ec-9d9a-e7f172725523.html
Check out Mike's music at:
https://www.mikekaufmanmusic.com/
https://mikekaufman.bandcamp.com/
http://www.youtube.com/mikedad97
https://music.apple.com/us/album/carolina-life/990972437
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6BMu68U2bKIc5TO63rM9ck?si=MyfZWcJtTEmQJ0KTjlD5Qg
http://sjarms.com/
This week, I had the pleasure of talking to Hollyn Belle Hills. Hollyn Belle started at a very young age playing open mics around the Charleston, SC area. She has a huge catalog of fantastic original songs, two of which she plays here. Pay attention folks, you'll be hearing the name Hollyn Belle a lot in the future. Get to know her here, and you can say you listened way back when she was on her first podcast!
Check out Hollyn Belle's music at:
http://www.hollynbelle.com
https://www.facebook.com/hollynbelle
http://www.instagram.com/hollynbelle
https://www.youtube.com/hollynbelle
https://youtu.be/horkGxRw4JQ
This week on Songs of the Unsung, I talk to Tim Falvey, AKA Uncle Tim's Bench. Tim's music is very representative of how he is as a person - passionate and direct. You can find him playing all over Charleston, though his home court is at Waterfront Park on the bench he's dubbed as "Uncle Tim's Bench".
Check out Uncle Tim's Bench's music at:
https://uncletimsbench.com
https://www.facebook.com/UncleTimsBench
https://www.instagram.com/UncleTimsBench/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHWRafdEi8PDcKUHxTu5NwA
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/uncle-tims-bench/1299565109
https://open.spotify.com/artist/12VjNpBiJC2qBxi4qiqVa2?si=YhdJ2QEVSdimCNsZBDPIXw
Some other good resources:
Tim on Noah Grove's Groovecast: https://youtu.be/N5AYQjT_pcs
Fox24 Spotlight Music Series: https://youtu.be/AVFtjYJyrrs
Cincy Local Music: https://cincylocalmusic.com/uncle-tims-bench
On this week's episode of Songs of the Unsung, I was honored to talk to Cincinnati-based blues, roots, & Americana musician John Ford. John is a wealth of knowledge of blues and American history and has some great stories. If you haven't had a chance to see him live, be sure to check him out on his next time through. Stay through to the end - John shares a couple of great tunes and tells some really interesting stories about them!
Check out John Ford's music at:
https://johnfordblues.com/
https://www.facebook.com/johnfordblues/
https://www.youtube.com/user/fortywattrodeo
https://open.spotify.com/album/3lyflDllMiX0pekzEcs2MI?si=OLfk38fiQOeEE9cj-_GaaQ
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/john-ford/1293435447
On this episode, Swedish-born & Washington D.C.-based blues/folk/roots musician Robert Lighthouse stopped by to share his songs & stories! Robert is an incredibly interesting guy, and I really enjoyed my conversation with him! Check out his music and be sure to go see him whenever he passes through near you!
Check out Robert Lighthouse's music at:
https://robertlighthouse.com/
https://www.facebook.com/Robert-Lighthouse-63049561256/
https://artiststelltheirstories.blogspot.com/2016/09/robert-lighthouse-singersongwriter.html
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/robert-lighthouse/7797453
https://open.spotify.com/artist/43g4QQq91ecCQwJwBz50dx?si=kSGTf6L1QQeHZJ_a8LeW9A
This week, I'm talking to the one and only Danielle Howle! I took a trip out to the beautiful Awendaw, SC to discuss all things musical with Ms. Danielle. Enjoy our discussion, as well as the cameo from her cat at the end!
Check out Danielle Howle's music at:
https://daniellehowle.com/
https://www.facebook.com/DanielleHowleMusic/
https://www.instagram.com/danielle_howle/
https://www.youtube.com/user/daniellehowle/playlists
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/danielle-howle/5387903
https://open.spotify.com/artist/47ccQ7hKPvJRyBv97CACE1?si=7jHEMfoOTSKXkN9tM6lMEg
On this episode I'm talking to singer/songwriter/actor Fleming Moore! A native of Summerville, South Carolina, Fleming has done a lot for the local music community in Charleston.
Check out Fleming Moore's music at:
http://www.flemingmoore.com
https://www.facebook.com/therealflemshady/
https://www.instagram.com/flemingmoore_troubadour/
https://www.youtube.com/user/FMoore196/about
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/fleming-moore/1004879766
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1TKqHOgULe8JSrq6sKkijb?si=9s-WgRFvRNeiElb6Lx-7UQ
The Podunks!:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3FVRX5ZXKU
Check out Fleming's Songwriter of the Month interview of MuFic:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGQz4yyTyt8
...and last, but not least, Fleming's episodes of Craft Conversations:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JkX0RRQ0nc4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnyRllTbnQU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZshwZC5Jvs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACzjy3-1bsw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAgggrckmwY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fE8RogGLrL8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YGXU1Epgrw
This week's guest is Scotty Oliver! Scotty is the co-owner of Accent on Wine Whitehall and a member of Bluesphere. He also has spectacular solo record out. I really enjoyed my conversation with him and the songs he shared!
Check out Scotty Oliver's music at:
https://www.facebook.com/scottyolivermusic
https://www.facebook.com/bluespheresound
https://open.spotify.com/album/28XqFUYoh2zImGSsQ9vXOP?si=8TWHFf_7TeCpDbS4r--OAQ
https://music.apple.com/us/album/all-aboard/1033372356
Check out Accent on Wine Whitehall:
https://www.accentonwine.com/whitehall
...and come to Freehouse Brewery to the second Songs of the Unsung Songwriter Showcase on January 23rd, 2022 from 2-5 pm!
https://www.facebook.com/events/489874875782147/?ref=newsfeed
If you've been in Charleston, SC for any amount of time and haven't heard of Chris Dodson, you haven't been paying attention. Chris is one of the busiest musicians in town. Between gigging solo, in duos & trios, giving guitar lessons, and recording music, he has made a big name for himself here. On this episode, we talk about his musical background, influences, and how he stays so productive.
Check out Chris Dodson's music at:
https://chrisdodsonmusic.com/
https://www.facebook.com/chrisdodsonmusic
https://www.instagram.com/chrisdodsonmusic/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCssgD1ou461UBRIzzmPSloA
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4fFLRInAUGXXwRwYwF0Qdh?si=qeqFNxoSRky8jcqiMzQqXQ
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/chris-dodson/1326315070
...and come to Freehouse Brewery to the second Songs of the Unsung Songwriter Showcase on January 23rd, 2022 from 2-5 pm!
https://www.facebook.com/events/489874875782147/?ref=newsfeed
Dan Riley is a genuinely friendly and open husband, father, singer-songwriter, and former Jehovah's Witness with an incredibly interesting story. Dan is an integral part of the Summerville area music community, founding the Knightsville Porch Jam and the Edisto Blackwater Boogie. It's hard to not be inspired to be a better musician and a better human being hearing Dan talk. On this episode, we go deep - enjoy!
Check out Dan's music at:
https://www.danrileymusic.love
https://www.facebook.com/danrileymusic
https://www.instagram.com/danrileymusic
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCJPSBDQW39R5lWbH393sAQ
https://open.spotify.com/album/7dEzyp7huxyBAhUeqRp5X1?si=JfQyKgykTZ2kdGHmuyXO3A
https://music.apple.com/us/album/momma-single/1563500591
Check out Dan's Craft Conversations and MUFIC interviews:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pb_R8EgaadY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4YyVFH4VBA
...and come to Freehouse Brewery to the second Songs of the Unsung Songwriter Showcase on January 23rd, 2022 from 2-5 pm!
https://www.facebook.com/events/489874875782147/?ref=newsfeed
This week, Ben Somewhere stops by! Ben is the charismatic frontman of the Side Hustle & Blue Ricky, two bands in the Charleston, South Carolina area. Originally from just outside of New Orleans, Lousiana, he combines his punk, hardcore, & americana influences to write music for those two projects, as well as solo work. Ben talks about his musical upbringing, juggling multiple projects, and shares a couple songs!
Check out Ben's music at:
https://www.facebook.com/northchuckfolk/
https://www.facebook.com/sidehustle843
https://www.facebook.com/bluerickyband
https://bluericky.bandcamp.com/releases
This week, guitarist and songwriter Mike Freund stops by the podcast. Originally from south Jersey, Mike moved to Charleston to pursue a career in music. Through 3 album releases, 3 singles, and a plethora of music videos, Mike Freund and his appropriately titled Mike Freund Band is making a splash in the local music scene.
Check out Mike's music here:
http://www.wmichaelfreund.com
http://www.facebook.com/MikeFreundBand
http://www.youtube.com/c/WMichaelFreund
Mike on Craft Conversation's Podcast:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEQ4mFk0jrE
Songs of the Unsung is hosted by Eric Barnett, a singer-songwriter based out of Charleston, South Carolina. In this first episode of the podcast, Eric talks with Noah Grove. Noah is a Charleston-based songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, recording engineer, and kite surfer originally from California. Noah discusses his music, his process, recording technology, and shares a couple of his songs live!
Check out more of Noah's music at:
http://www.noahgrove.com
https://www.facebook.com/itsnoahg
https://www.youtube.com/user/bobateafet
https://linktr.ee/itsnoahg
Also, if you're interested in kite surfing, check out:
http://www.sessionsports.com