Anywhere The Needle Drops: Recent Episodes
Red Chuck Productions
Host Justin Flagel chats with musicians, artists, bloggers, and anyone else with a story.
life is a story. live it. tell it.
James, Jake, Anthony, and Alex of Pendle join Justin at Theory One Studios for a chat about the band's origin and finding friends through music.
included song: Weekends
official website:
- pendlemusic.com
- pendle.bandcamp.com
- linktr.ee/pendleband
Instagram: @pendle.band
Facebook: @pendleband
YouTube: @PendleBand
TikTok: @pendle.band
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by the crew over at Theory One Studios
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Jake Simmons & The Little Ghosts
- The Rutabega
- McCormick's Coney Island Bar
- Ashbary Coffeehouse
- Dead Petal
- Malort & Savior
- Commit This To Memory
- Seldom Sly
- Why Not Both
- Stockroom East
- Phone It In
- Dance Society Social Club
Elio is the owner of Sound Bend Records, a record-shop and music venue held inside De Nolf's Barbershop in South Bend's Near West Side. Justin and Elio chat about the origins of the store, Elio's love of vinyl, and the upcoming one-year celebration!
Catch a series of August shows at Sound Records:
- Neptune's Core- August 8th
- Reminisce.X & Heyzeus- August 14
- Paul Spring- August 16
official website: soundbendrecords.co
Instagram: @soundbendrecords
Facebook: @soundbendrecords
TikTok: @soundbendrecords
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by the team over at Theory One Studios
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- De Nolf's Barbershop
- Leather Phase on AtND from the YART Woods
- Easy Street Records
- The Vacant Space
- Hollyy
- Shlomo Franklin
- The Livery
- Neptune's Core
- Paul Spring
- The Erly
- Reminisce.X
- HeyZeus
- Iris Blue
- Zoe Lemon
- Stockroom East
- Anxiety Club
- LangLabSB
- The Rocki Button
- Jagalchi
- Quid Pro Quo (QPQ)
Leather Phase, AKA Jared, Jon, and Jeremy, have a conversation with Justin and perform a special set, all coming at you from the YART woods! They discuss the formation of band and working on their new record, all while the deer and frogs and trees watch.
Special YART Woods Session performances of IDWTHF before the interview and Supermarket Called Love after.
official website: leatherphase.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @leatherphase
Facebook: @LeatherPhase
YouTube: @leatherphase3200
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by the team over at Theory One Studios
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Rebel Art Fest
- YART
- low (YART, Coconut Sedan)- Anywhere The Needle Drops
- Lalo Cura
- Loose Associates
- Hav Musuvs
- McCormick's Coney Island
- The Rocki Button
- HeyZeus
- Bloodline Fest
- Jake Simmons & the Little Ghosts
Musician Amelia Day joins Justin to chat about their just released EP, EGO TRIP, including the stories behind the songs and finding the courage to take a swing at making music.
Find the EGO TRIP EP wherever you get your music.
included song: EGO TRIP
official websites:
- ameliadaymusic.com
- linktr.ee/ameliaday
Instagram: @ameliadaymusic
Facebook: @ameliadaymusic
TikTok: @ameliadaymusic
YouTube: @ameliadaymusic
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by the team over at Theory One Studios
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Kavya Borra
- Priscilla Sab
River Rats, AKA Meg, Travis, and Miguel, join Justin after randomly meeting at this year's Thundersnow to discuss their Niles connections, their musical journey that started on a river, and Justin's possible new employment as a rat.
Catch River Rats (and more!) live at Rebel Art Fest on Sunday, June 7th and at the Fall Festival of Freaks at Bloomingbus Farms on Saturday, September 26th!
included song: Ode 2 Slow
official website: riverratsrock.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @riverratsrock1
Facebook: @RiverRatsrocks
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by the team over at Theory One Studios
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- PRF Thundersnow
- The Rutabega
- Buchanan District Library
- The Erly
- The Bollweevils
- May Erlewine
- Joe Baughman & The Righteous Few
- Pocketboy Solid
- Wrecked Wrens
- Melody Inn Punk Rock Night
- Action Adam
- The Foleys
- Roguer
low is a painter, musician, event organizer, and the founder of YART, the annual local DIY art, music, and creative festival in the woods. They're also a member of the band Coconut Sedan.
Catch Coconut Sedan at South Bend Zine Fest on June 13th and make sure you get to YART on September 5th and 6th!
official website: yartsouthbend.com
Instagram:
- @laurensteinhofer
- @yart_southbend
- @coconutsedan
Facebook:
- @iamlow
- @yartsouthbend
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- The Rocki Button
- LangLab South Bend
- The Well
- South Bend Zine Fest
- McCormick's Coney Island Bar
- Hammer & Quill
- Meow Wolf
- Electric Forest
Caleb and Brian of Goshen's Shark Sugar join Justin to chat about music, pizza, hot dogs, and how "having a Dave is pretty cool", not to mention a slew of local venues, restaurants, bands, and more (see the links below in As Discussed).
Catch Shark Sugar playing out live:
- May 9 @ 4ringefest
- May 23 @ Elephant Bar
- June 20 @ Common Spirits
- August 26 @ Goshen Brewing Company
included song: Everybody Needs A Dave
Instagram: @sharksugarband
Facebook: @OwlbearBand
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Hot Dog Eddy's
- Pizza Transit
- Hop Station
- Bambino's Home Pizza
- Venturi
- Goshen Brewing Company
- Common Spirits
- The Electric Brew
- Dance Society Social Club
- Vickie's Good Time Bar & Grill
- Shiny Shiny Black
- Simon Kauffman Hurst
- Abbie Thomas
- Float Fest
- LangLab
- Brides of Neptune
- The Rocki Button
Justin sits down with Tanner Bednar of Chicago's Hollyy just before their live show at Sound Bend Records inside of Denolf's barbershop in downtown South Bend.
Check out videos from the event at the Red Chuck blog!
Grab that vinyl of their latest album, The Weight of this Heart, here!
included song: Feel So Lonely
official websites:
- hollyy.band
- hollyy1.bandcamp.com
- linktr.ee/hollyy.band
Instagram: @hollyy.band
YouTube: @hollyy8088
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
April is a journalist and the host of Michigan Public's Stateside, keeping Michiganders up to date on music, culture, politics, and more. She joins Justin to discuss Michigan music, journalism, and the importance of storytelling.
official website: michiganpublic.org/people/april-baer
Instagram: @aprilbaerradio
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- The Erly
- Dead Birds
- Keynote Sisters
- The Crane Wives
- The Accidentals
- Michigander
- Niles Main Street & The NODE
- WCBE
- WVPE
- Racing Mount Pleasant
- Fred Thomas
- Hail Your Highness
- Corb Lund
- Old Saloon- Emigrant, Montana
- Edgefield at McMenamins- Troutdale, Oregon
- The Ark- Ann Arbor, Michigan
- The Intersection- Grand Rapids, Michigan
queer father joins Justin to discuss creating art and the intimacy of making music and performing for live audiences.
included song: filthy fangs
official websites:
- linktr.ee/queer.father
- queerfather.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @iamqueerfather
Bluesky: @queerfather.bsky.social
TikTok: @iamqueerfather
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- LangLab
- SPACESHIPS
- The NODE
Last week, we featured Kid Romantic, a guest we first heard on the Welcome to Night Vale podcast, so we're releasing a bonus episode! We dive into the time machine in to revisit this 2015 conversation with David Wirsig, another great Night Vale alum. Enjoy!
included song: Sunken City
official website: davidwirsig.bandcamp
Instagram: @davidwirsig
Facebook: @wirsigdavid
YouTube: @DavidWirsig123
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
Alex, AKA Kid Romantic, joins Justin to debut their newest single, Hurricane, and to discuss kicking off The Weather in the current season of Welcome To Night Vale, as well as vulnerability in art and life.
The newest single, Hurricane, debuts everywhere tomorrow and is available for pre-saving now.
included song: Hurricane
official website: linktr.ee/wearekidromantic
Instagram: @wearekidromantic
Facebook: @wearekidromantic
YouTube: @wearekidromantic
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- David Wirsig
- Welcome to Night Vale
Chicago's OK Cool, AKA Bridget and Haley, join Justin to discuss their most recent album, their upcoming tour, and their connections to the South Bend music scene.
Catch them live in Chicago at Schuba's on February 28th and Beat Kitchen on April 2nd, and Pyramid Scheme in Grand Rapids on April 3rd. Check out their other shows here.
included song: Sledding
official websites:
- okcool.bandcamp.com
- linktr.ee/okcoolband
Instagram: @okcoolband
Facebook: @okcoolband
YouTube: @okcoolband
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Pocketboy Solid
- The Dog and Everything
- Lucky Boys Confusion
New segment! AtND Needle Drops will bring you timely information about upcoming shows, releases, news, and more in the Michiana music scene and beyond!
The Erly hops on a brief call with Justin to chat about their newest single, releasing on February 27th, working with Drew Stolz, and their upcoming show with BEE! The Band at Stockroom East on March 7th!
official website: theerlyband.com
Instagram: @theerlyband
Facebook: @theerlyband
YouTube: @TheErly
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
Roger Clyne returned to Anywhere the Needle Drops last week to discuss the latest album from the Peacemakers, so we dug into the archives for his previous appearances.
This re-release combines Roger's appearances on the show in 2014 (recorded in Chicago at the Abbey Pub before his concert) and 2016 (recorded virtually while Roger was promoting Mexican Moonshine (now known as Canción Tequila)), as well as Justin's conversation with friend Dylan Roberts about their adventure attempting to make it to Chicago in time for the 2014 interview and show.
official website: rogerclyneandthepeacemakers.com
Instagram: @rogerclyneandthepeacemakers
Facebook: @rogerclyne
YouTube: @RogerClyneOfficial
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
Roger Clyne returns to Anywhere the Needle Drops to discuss the world of the Peacemakers, including their upcoming new album, Hell to Breakfast (releasing Friday, March 6th. Preorder now!).
We talk about his music career spanning three decades and multiple generations, along with rediscovering the desire to write and create.
You'll get to hear the debut of new single Yeh Shoobeh before the interview. Here's to life!
included song: Yeh Shoobeh
official website: rogerclyneandthepeacemakers.com
Instagram: @rogerclyneandthepeacemakers
Facebook: @rogerclyne
YouTube: @RogerClyneOfficial
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Justin Wells
- Geese
- Silverada
- Nita's Hideaway
- Miles Nielsen
- The Music Box Rockford
Justin Wells returns to Anywhere the Needle Drops with our first live session of 2026! Catch these exclusive session recordings and chat with Justin Wells about the latest in his musical world. And tune in on Sunday, February 8th for the SoulSeed video release of Justin Wells' studio visit by visiting soulseed.tv!!!
included songs: Til the Stars Won't Burn, Queen of Queens, Up There with the Angels, Walls Fall Down
official website: justinwellsmusic.com
Instagram: @justinwellsmusic
Facebook: @justinwellsmusic
YouTube: @justinwellsmusic
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
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Bandmates and sisters Phoebe and Jaclyn, together known as Keynote Sisters, join Justin to talk about their musical origins, coming together as collaborators, dancing, and dogs!
included song: Phoenix Tears
official website: keynotesisters.com
Instagram: @keynotesisters
Facebook: @keynotesisters
YouTube: @KeynoteSisters
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Abbie Thomas
- Leader Dogs for the Blind
- Dance Society Social Club
PK turns the tables on Justin, interviewing him about the year in Anywhere the Needle Drops and Red Chuck Productions.
Chicago musician Erica Johnson discusses her connections to the South Bend music scene and how she found her identity through expression and art.
included song: Spitfire
official websites:
- deadbirds.xyz
- linktr.ee/iamdeadbirds
- iamdeadbirds.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @iamdeadbirds
Facebook: @iamdeadbirds
YouTube: @iamdeadbirds
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Mentioned:
- The Well
- Lune the Band
- Jagalchi
- Fernando Silverio Solis
Dennis Drew of 10,000 Maniac joins Justin to discuss approaching 45 years together as a band, through changes in line-up, shifts in the music industry, what's new and what's old in culture & politics, and finding new fans in the age of streaming and social media.
Catch them at The Acorn in Three Oaks on Friday, November 14th!
included song: Don't Talk (Live at the Belly Up)
official website:
- maniacs.com
- linktr.ee/10000Maniacs
Instagram: @10000maniacs
Facebook: @10KManiacs
YouTube: @10KMTV
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
Patrick, Brett, and Nathaniel, AKA Lune the Band is back for a special live session at Theory One Studios!
Join Justin and the band for three special studio performances and an interview on all the Lune latest!
Session songs: It's But It Is, At It Again, Indiana
official website(s):
- linktr.ee/lunetheband
- lunetheband.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @lunetheband
Facebook: @Lunetheband
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO_fWbQq0lf1Q6VG05rAHmA
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
Michigan musician Kylee Phillips joins Justin after her recent win at The Acorn's annual Singer-Songwriter Competition to discuss the ups and downs of such contests, vulnerability, saying yes to the scary stuff, and tackling her musical pursuits solo and in collaboration.
included song: The Good Parts
official websites:
- kyleephillips.com
- linktr.ee/kyleephillipsmusic
Instagram: @kyleephillipsmusic
Facebook: @kyleephillipsmusic
TikTok: @kyleephillipsmusic
YouTube: @kyleephillipsmusic
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- 20 Front Street
- The Acorn
- BlissFest
- DuPont Phillips
Miles Nielsen returns to the show, this time bringing along the Rusted Hearts for a live session at Theory One Studios! Join us for a studio performance, along with a couch chat with Miles and his bandmate and wife, Kelly Steward.
official website: milesnielsen.com
Instagram: @therustedhearts
Facebook: @MilesNielsenMusic
YouTube: Miles Nielson
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
Gxldsoulrebel drops into Theory One Studio to drop some wisdom about creativity, identity, and appreciating the good in life. He and Justin chat about his recent releases and collaborations, as well as his creative process.
included song: Hidden Fees (produced by NSGTS, added vocals by April Arroyo)
official websites:
- gxldsoulrebel.bandcamp.com
- songwhip.com/gxldsoulrebel
Instagram: @gxldsoulrebel
Facebook: @Gxldsoulrebel-100081335173644
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Second Hand Groove record shop in Cassopolis
- $in
- The Rocki Button
- A Little Bit of Symbols - Henry Reed
Rapper and producer $in joins Justin for a conversation at Theory One Studios regarding his career in music, balancing creativity with parenting and work, and landing a song in the film, Dear White People.
Catch $in at Botany & Beats in South Bend on October 25th!
included song: Build by Antoniio (from The Misfortunes of Bawlhead Tonii and $in From $haolin)
official website: instagram.com/sincerelysin
Instagram: @sincerelysin_
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Maurice
- NPR Music
- Support Public Media
- Bruce Leroy Bar Report
- BLAKFACE
- Dear White People (Film)
- Dear White People (TV Show)
- gxldsoulrebel
- Action Adam
- Duck World Chicago
- Rhythm Roulette- Mass Appeal
After the recent return of Dena Woods to Anywhere the Needle Drops, we decided it was time to dig into the archives and remaster our original AtND conversation with Dena, going all the way back to 2015 at a very different time in the local music culture. Hop into the time machine and join Justin, Dena, and Abby Joiner for their conversation at South Bend’s Chicory Cafe.
Dena’s most recent release is Wrathful Creature, which you can pick up on Bandcamp.
included song: Walk Away
official website: denawoods.bandcamp.com
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
Abbie Thomas is back for a regular sit down on Anywhere The Needle Drops. She and Justin chat about the success of the past year, including a stunning number of award nominations, and the struggles of balancing a career as a working musician with personal life obstacles of divorce and aging parents.
included song: Together (REDUX)
official website: https://abbiethomasmusic.com
Instagram: @abbiethomasmusic
TikTok: @abbiethomasmusic
YouTube: @abbiethomasmusic
Facebook: @officialabbiethomas
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
Musician Pete Droge joins Justin on Anywhere the Needle Drops to discuss his newly released album, Fade Away Blue, and to trace his musical journey from its early start in the 90s to today.
included song: You Called Me Kid
official website: petedroge.com
Instagram: @petedroge
Facebook: @pete.droge
YouTube: @officialpetedroge
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- The Acorn in Three Oaks
Dena Woods returns to Anywhere the Needle Drops after a long hiatus and the release of the surprise EP, Wrathful Creature. She and Justin have a beautiful conversation about grief and trauma, healing through art, and the value of joy and play in creativity and life.
included song: Wrathful Creature
official website: denawoods.bandcamp.com
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
-
Maggie Heeren- Western Sound Studios
- FB: @westernsoundstudios
- IG: @westernsoundstudios
- Internal Family Systems (Parts Work)
- Joshua Wayne Hensley
- Healing Lab Somatic Therapy
- Soul Fire Yoga
- YART
- Fringe Fest
- Dance Society Social Club
The Rocki Button is an essential creative space in the Michiana art and music scene, bringing culture, creativity, live music, and more to the region. Jeff Nawrocki talks to Justin about starting the project as a storage space and evolving it into a venue, art gallery, and a home for local creativity.
official websites:
- therockibutton.com
- Supporter Subscription
Instagram:
- @therockibutton
- @backstitchvintage
- @nawrockicreates
Facebook:
- @TheRockiButton
YouTube:
- @jeffnawrocki8541
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- The Drop Comedy Club
- Maya Beautherapy
- Backstitch Vintage
- HeyZeus
- Lalo Cura
- Why Not Both
- After Ours
- A Bite With Mee
- Homegrown Hype
It's a special Friday off-week drop of another Anywhere the Needle Drops Live Session!
Sugar Bomb joins us at Theory One Studios for a live performance and interview!
Tracks:
- Lullaby
- Frenzy
Check out Sugar Bomb's upcoming single “Dance Tune”, coming out August 27th and the new album in late September.
Sugar Bomb will be in the area live on September 24th at Goshen Brewing Company, September 25th at Kalamazoo's Sounds of the Zoo, and September 28th at South Bend's Fusion Fest.
official website: sugarbomb.band
Instagram: @sugarbombjazz
Facebook: @sugarbombjazzband
YouTube: @sugarbombjazz
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
Jonelle Carter, a member of River Road Trio, joins Justin to chat about music, mentoring others in recognizing and using their gifts, female artists supporting each other, and stumbling into becoming a hit line dance band in Europe.
included song: Best To You
official website: riverroadtrio.com
Instagram: @riverroadtrio
Facebook: @riverroadtrio
YouTube: @riverroadtrio
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- No Stage Lights
- Abbie Thomas
- Justin Staublin
- Caitlyn Faust
- Novella- Mosno Al-Moseeki
Americana singer-songwriter Lexi Adams joins Justin in Theory One Studios to discuss her life as an independent performing artist, including moving her music career FROM Nashville back to Michigan and the progress on her new record.
included song: LA Honkeytonk Queen (Demo)
official website: lexiadamsmusic.com
Instagram: @_lexiadams
Facebook: @lexiadamsmusic
YouTube: @lexiadams9185
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Belmont University School of Music
- Andy Sydow
- Andy Sydow on AtND Ep 250007
- Kait Rose
- Kait Rose & Co Presents: An Intimate Evening Featuring the Music of Joni Mitchell
Surprise! We're bringing you a late night drop with another Anywhere the Needle Drops Live Session!
City Sun is in the house at Theory One Studios for an incredible live performance and interview! Check out three exclusive session cuts from the band; So I'm Told and Over Again before the interview and stay tuned for Longest Dream after.
Catch City Sun live on July 17th at The Pyramid Scheme!
Song 1: So I’m Told Song 2: Over Again Song 3: Longest Dream
official websites:
- linktr.ee/citysunband
- citysun.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @citysunband
Facebook: @citysunband
YouTube: @citysun8392
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
Surprise! We're bringing you a late night drop with another Anywhere the Needle Drops Live Session!
City Sun is in the house at Theory One Studios for an incredible live performance and interview! Check out three exclusive session cuts from the band; So I'm Told and Over Again before the interview and stay tuned for Longest Dream after.
Catch City Sun live on July 17th at The Pyramid Scheme!
Song 1: So I’m Told Song 2: Over Again Song 3: Longest Dream
official websites:
- linktr.ee/citysunband
- citysun.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @citysunband
Facebook: @citysunband
YouTube: @citysun8392
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
Priscilla Sab joins Justin in Theory One Studios to discuss the progress on her first album, teaching babies music, and giving herself permission to be an artist.
You can catch Priscilla live with Drew Stolz on for a FREE show on Thursday, July 17th at the NODE in downtown Niles.
included song: Why Won’t Time Wait For Me
official website: linktr.ee/priscillasabourin
Instagram: @priscillasabmusic
TikTok: @priscillasab
YouTube: @priscillasabmusic
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- HGS Music
- Andrew McMahon
- Come From Away at The Paramount Theatre
- The Erly
- Abbie Thomas
Last week, we spoke to David Lowery of Cracker, so it seemed fitting to hop in the time machine and go back to 2014, when I first sat down with a member of the band. Check out my remastered conversation with Cracker's Johnny Hickman!
official website: crackersoul.com
Instagram: @thebandcracker
Facebook: @CrackerSoul
YouTube: @crackerrocks
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
David Lowery is the chief singer-songwriter and frontman of the bands Cracker and Camper Van Beethoven, as well as a prolific solo artist.
David and Cracker are coming to town on Saturday, June 21st at The Acorn in Three Oaks. David also just released Father, Sons and Brothers, an autobiographical multi-disc music collection.
David chats with Justin about the stories behind the new release, reflecting on being a father, a son, and a brother, as well as his time in the music business, as an artist advocate, and an instructor at University of Georgia.
Tickets for Cracker at the Acorn on Saturday, June 21st are available now. You can order Father, Sons and Brothers now on vinyl, CD, and digital and read more deeply David’s reflections about the songs on Substack.
included song: Mexicans Chickens
“'Mexican Chickens' is a raw, confessional ballad tracing the unraveling of a relationship amid regret and self-reckoning. A poignant meditation on accountability, loss, and the hope that those we hurt can find peace without us.” -David Lowery
official websites:
- davidlowerymusic.com
- crackersoul.com
- campervanbeethoven.com
- thetrichordist.com
- 300songs.com
- pitch-a-tent.com
Instagram:
- @davidclowery
- @thebandcracker
Facebook:
- @DavidLoweryMusic
- @CrackerSoul
- @CamperVanBeethoven
YouTube:
- @crackerrocks
- @cvbrocks
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Oral Testimony of David Lowery to House Subcommittee On Courts Intellectual Property and the Internet Jan 28 2014
- University of Georgia: Music Business Certificate
Author Stephanie J Salisbury joins Justin to discuss her newest release,Little Star Finds His Shine, and her ongoing Animals With Issues book series. They discuss the importance of lifelong reading from day one and making everything art.
Stephanie has a book signing Friday, June 6th 6-8pm at Fables Books in Goshen.
official website: authorstephaniejsalisbury.com
Instagram: @sjsalisbury_
Facebook: @AuthorStephanieJSalisbury
TikTok: @sjsalisbury_
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Fables Books
- And Then He Was Here: A One-Woman Play
- Rachel Barton (Animals With Issues Illustrator)
Nat Fitz has his hands and heart in most things in the South Bend music and art scene. He joins Justin to chat about his bands SPACESHIPS and Dad Jokes, hints about a possible Brothers Danger project, and talks all things South Bend arts, music, venues, and culture. Oh, and a little professional wrestling.
included song: Chatroom
official websites:
- linktr.ee/wearespaceships
- wearespaceships.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @wearespaceships
Facebook: @weareSPACESHIPS
TikTok: @wearespaceships
YouTube: @spaceships4728
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Analecta
- Makesouthbend
- City Sun
- The Well
- Art Beat
- Lang Lab South Bend
- Rebel Art Fest
- CICADA
- SHAM
- Gage Goods
- Photography by Hanah
Rebel Noire & The Accomplices return for a live session from Theory One Studios! Join us for an incredible live performance and interview!
You can catch the band live at several local shows, including this Sunday when the band joins the Elkhart County Symphony!
official websites:
- rebelnoirexaccomplices.com
- rebelnoirexaccomplices.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @rebel.noire
Facebook: @rebelnoire
YouTube: @rebelnoirexaccomplices
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
Kelsie, Aaron, John of Why Not Both join Justin in Theory One Studios for a chat about the latest in the musical world of the midwest indie rock band. We shower love on local faves the Rocki Button and Nat & Michelle of Rebel Art Fest and discuss their plans now after the release of the band’s first album earlier this year.
You can catch WNB on May 17th at the Rocki Button with Sundyle & City Sun and on June 1st with an absolutely incredibly line-up at Rebel Art Fest.
included song: Keep On
official websites:
- https://whynotboth.bandcamp.com
- https://linktr.ee/whynotboth.music
Instagram: @whynotboth.music
Facebook: @whyn0tb0th
YouTube: @whynotboth
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- City Sun
- Leather Phase
- Sundyle
Midwest “folk and roll” musician, Chicago Farmer, joins Justin to preview his upcoming show, along with his band The Fieldnotes, when they return to Acorn next month. They chat about the current tour, the natural wonders of Michigan and the Midwest, and coffee snobbery.
Chicago Farmer & The Fieldnotes return to The Acorn in Three Oaks on Friday, May 9th. Tickets on sale now.
included song: Indiana Line
official website: chicagofarmer.com
Instagram: @chicagofarmermusic
Facebook: @chicagofarmer
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Village Wine & Spirits (Effingham, IL)
- Moccasin Creek Festival
- Ten Years After
- Coffee Hound
- Journeyman Distillery
- Anodyne Coffee
- Colectivo Coffee
- Infusco Coffee
- Greenbush Brewing Co.
- Twice Upon A String
- The Rose Bowl Tavern
NOTE: Though we did our best to clean up the sound, there are still remnants of interference in this recording made during our rookie days. Please forgive the noise...the story is worth a listen regardless.
We’re diving into the time machine! Longtime friend of Red Chuck Productions, Justin Wells, was on the show this past February, so we thought it appropriate to dig into the archives for TWO of his past appearances:
- First up, we go all the way back to 2014, when Justin was still rocking out with Fifth on the Floor. He and I lost our interview location in his green room before the show and ended up chatting in his tour van.
- Then we fast forward to 2016 to discuss crowdfunding and more as Justin released his first solo album.
Justin is currently touring with his newest album, Cynthiana, available directly on his website and wherever you stream your music.
included song: Going Down Grinnin'
official website: justinwellsmusic.com
Instagram: @justinwellsmusic
Facebook: @justinwellsmusic
YouTube: @justinwellsmusic
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
We’re diving into the time machine! Longtime friend of Red Chuck Productions, Justin Wells, was on the show this past February, so we thought it appropriate to dig into the archives for TWO of his past appearances:
- First up, we go all the way back to 2014, when Justin was still rocking out with Fifth on the Floor. He and I lost our interview location in his green room before the show and ended up chatting in his tour van.
- Then we fast forward to 2016 to discuss crowdfunding and more as Justin released his first solo album.
Justin is currently touring with his newest album, Cynthiana, available directly on his website and wherever you stream your music.
included song: Going Down Grinnin'
official website: justinwellsmusic.com
Instagram: @justinwellsmusic
Facebook: @justinwellsmusic
YouTube: @justinwellsmusic
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
Andy Sydow was the 2024 runner up in the Singer-Songwriter competition at The Acorn in Three Oaks. He returns in a few weeks to the venue for a headlining concert, featuring local support from Doug Harsch and Molly Cooper.
See your chance to win free tickets below at the end of the show notes.
Andy has been a finalist in multiple other competitions, inclduding the Telluride Troubadour Contest (2024), LEAF Songwriter Contest (2024), Kerrville New Folk Songwriter Competition (2023 & 2021), Falcon Ridge Folk Festival Songwriter Competition (2023), and International Songwriting Competition (2021).
Andy joins Justin discuss those opportunities, his latest album release, Night Skin, his podcast, Middle Class Rock Star, and living the life of a full-time professional musician.
Andy Sydow returns to The Acorn on Saturday, April 26th, with openers Doug Harsch and Molly Cooper. Tickets available now.
included song: Every Little Thing About Love
official website(s):
- https://andysydow.com
- https://andysydow.bandcamp.com
- https://linktr.ee/andysydow
Instagram: @andysydowband
Facebook: @andysydowmusic
YouTube: @AndySydow
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
The Acorn and Red Chuck Productions are teaming up to give YOU a chance to win tickets to see the talented Andy Sydow on April 26th!
Want to be there? It's super easy to enter! Just comment on the show posts on either the RCP Facebook or IG or The Acorn’s Facebook or IG with the hashtag #RedChuckAcornGiveaway before the end of the weekend. We'll be drawing TWO lucky winners from each of our pages and announcing them on Tuesday, April 15th! Don't miss out!
Ellen and Sean of Bobcat Opossum join me in Theory One Studios, the new home of Anywhere the Needle Drops, to discuss their flavor of traditional music as a duo and in their larger projects, Soltre and Debutante.
included song: The True and Historically Unembellished Story of the Reno Brothers- from the album "Look What The Bobcat Dragged In" release July 1, 2024 and recorded by Nate Butler of Nimble Wit Productions.
official websites:
- bobcatopossum.com
- bobcatopossum.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @fistfuloffiddle
Facebook: @bobcatopossum
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Debutants / Debutants on Bandcamp
- Soltre
- Folky Fish Fest
- Hoot Camp
- Hoosier Original Music Association (HooMac)
- Nate Butler/Nimble Wit Productions
We're bringing you another edition of AtND Live, this time with the inaugural appearance of Kian Byrne!
Kian's skills spread across multiple genres and numerous projects. He joined us at Theory One Studios to record a studio session and sit with Justin for a chat about his work.
Kian performs solo and with bands The Elders, Yum, and The New Riddum.
official websites:
- kianbyrnemusic.org
- kianbyrnemusic.bandcamp.com
- linktr.ee/KianByrne
Instagram: @kianqbyrne
Facebook: @KianByrneMusicPage
YouTube: @kianbyrne7524
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
May Erlewine is another example of the best in Michigan music and has long been on Justin’s interview wishlist. He and May sit down in the green room of the Acorn Theater in Three Oaks before a recent show. They discuss how her new album, What It Takes, is both a return to a past self and a stretch of her current self.
Check out the latest single from the new album, Creature, before the interview.
Special thanks to The Acorn Theater for allowing us to record at the theater, as well as all of their support for Red Chuck Productions.
included song: Creature
official websites:
- mayerlewine.com
- patreon.com/mayerlewine
- mayerlewine.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @may_erlewine
Facebook: @mayerlewinemusic
YouTube: @MayErlewineMusic
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
Abbie Thomas is back on AtND, this time with her band The Crazy Hearts and special guest, Corey Ronell! The team joined us for a fantastic evening in Theory One Studios for another AtND Live!
You'll get to hear two tracks from that studio session, as well as a short interview with Abbie. I highly recommend checking out the videos of each song (links below), as Charles Nelson of On Base Productions (not to mention Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions) did an amazing job of capturing the magic in the room:
- Not Gonna Lie- Abbie Thomas & The Crazy Hearts (featuring Corey Ronell)
- Till My Last Breath- Abbie Thomas & The Crazy Hearts
official website: https://abbiethomasmusic.com/
Instagram, TikTok, YouTube: @abbiethomasmusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialabbiethomas
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
Robert Rolfe Feddersen has been rocking audiences since the 90s, first with his high school band turned career group (not to mention Metallica endorsed) LOUDMOUTH and with his most recent solo work. Along with his partner, Terri Ann, we hung out at the Red Chuck Studio talk about music, craft beer, and Robert’s work with the late, great producer, Steve Albini.
included song: I Like That Rock N Roll
official website(s): robertrolfefeddersen.com
Instagram: @robert_rolfe_feddersen
Facebook: @RRFeddersen
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Burn ‘Em Brewing
- Drive-By Truckers
- Jason Isbell
- Chicago English Bulldog Rescue
- Bare Hands Brewery
- Electrical Audio
Made You A Mix Weekly Virtual Mix Tape: February 21st, 2025 The playlist (available on Apple Music, Spotify, Tidal, & YouTube):
- Be (Intro)- Common
- Open Road Song- Even 6
- The Swimming Song- Loudon Wainwright III
- Music Is Worth Living For- Andrew WK
- Mekong- The Refreshments
My chat with Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions says the rest.
Justin Wells might refer to himself as a bit cantankerous, but his music is all about the feels.
Heart music, he calls it.
Justin has been a friend of the Red Chuck family since nearly the beginning, so it was awesome to check back in and chat about his new album inspired by his wife and how he has grown and evolved over the course of his career and as a human.
We talk about finding and sharing the truth in creativity and the healing and fellowship of art and music.
Cynthiana comes out February 20th, on his wife’s birthday.
included song: Up There with the Angels
official website: justinwellsmusic.com
Instagram: @justinwellsmusic
Facebook: @justinwellsmusic
YouTube: @justinwellsmusic
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers
- The OA
- Bee Taylor
- Crazy Heart
- Moonlight Mile
- Dr. John
- Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle
- Casey Campbell
- Our Lady Peace
- Dance Society Social Club
What exactly is a “live visual mix tape”? Local artist Action Adam is in the Red Chuck Studio to lay it all out. We discuss Adam’s evolution from physical making mix tapes to these amazing live events featuring live bands, video, projections, light, and more. We hear about the inspiration, both light and dark, for the work and we celebrate the joy of physical media and liner notes.
Adam’s next event takes place on April 19th at 5pm at LangLab in South Bend. And mark your calendars for the extra special show on July 26th at Stockroom East.
Check out a preview of the April show below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5FdcYkErN0
Instagram: @actionaddam
YouTube: @remixtheweb
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
As Discussed:
- Alice Phoebe Lou
- Dance Society
- Rebel Noire
- Stockroom East
- Lens Lounge
- Lune
- Jagalchi
- Joe Baughman
- Ecso
Amber and Nate of Goshen’s Shiny Shiny Black return to the Red Chuck Studio to rerecord after 2024’s lost episode. We dig into their discovery of art and creativity, Nate’s early drum “kit” of books and broken sticks, and learning about music from church and hippies.
included song: Stranger In My Own Town
official website(s):
- https://shinyshinyblack.com/
- https://linktr.ee/shinyshinyblack
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shiny_shiny_black
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShinyShinyBlack/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ShinyShinyBlack
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio
We're dropping this one a little late due to the holiday crunch of recent weeks.
Russ and Andrew of the post-rock project Jagalchi visit the Red Chuck Studio to chat about their wide and wonderful sounds. We dig into the formation of band, Midwest magic, and share lots of love for Goshen and the local support of art and music.
included song: Before The Hunters Became The Hunted
official website: https://jagalchi.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @jagalchimusic
Facebook: @jagalchimusic
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFY8G6b8vesa6FB3GDAkOfQ
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
As Discussed:
- David Wirsig Music
- Goshen Brewing
- Elephant Bar Goshen
- River Bend Film Festival
- Float Fest
- Common Spirits
- Venturi Pizza
- Goshen Guitar Works
In honor of the return of The Crane Wives last week, we decided to dig into the archives for our 2016 sit down with the band, backstage at The Livery in Benton Harbor.
included song: The Hand That Feeds, Sleeping Giants (after interview)
official websites:
- thecranewives.com
- keychain.club/thecranewives
- patreon.com/thecranewives
Instagram: @thecranewives
TikTok: @thecranewives
Facebook: @thecranewives
YouTube: @thecranewives
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Emilee Petersmark and Dan Rickabus of the Crane Wives return to Anywhere The Needle Drops! They bring us news of their upcoming tour, celebrating the recent release of their latest album, Beyond Beyond Beyond. Catch a track from the album and then dive into the discussion about the band’s evolution and the exploration of new sounds and risk-taking, thanks to their loyal fanbase. Also discussed: Emilee’s art, concept albums, and upcoming Michigan winter activities.
included song: Time Will Change You
official websites:
- thecranewives.com
- keychain.club/thecranewives
- patreon.com/thecranewives
Instagram: @thecranewives
TikTok: @thecranewives
Facebook: @thecranewives
YouTube: @thecranewives
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
As Discussed: The Accidentals, Lindsay Lou, Patty Pershayla, The Intersection, Major Labels: A History of Popular Music in Seven Genres- Kelefa Sanneh, Rebecca Green Illustrator & Author
Join us as Reminisce.X returns to give us an AtND Live! performance and to chat about working as a producer, scoring film, and local music.
Instagram: @reminiscewithme
Facebook: @reminisce.x
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/reminiscex
Homegrown Hype (Facebook/Instagram): @Homegrownhype
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
After making a random musical discovery during his journey to Ireland, Justin has been digging into the works of actor, director, writer, and singer/songwriter, Anna Louise Bramlett, particularly her 2023 album, I Promise I’m Happy. Anna Louise joins Justin to discuss her 2024 singles, the themes and experiences behind the 2023 album, and the balance between storytelling and autobiography in art.
included song: If I Weren’t An Ocean
official website: annalouisebramlett.com
Instagram: @annalouisebramlett
TikTok: @annalouisemusic
YouTube: @annalouisebramlett
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
As Discussed:
- sarahkinsleymusic.com
- TikTok: Reading Old Texts Post Breakup
- dancesocietysocialclub.com
HeyZeus returns to Anywhere The Needle Drops for a live session at Theory One Studios!
official links: https://fanlink.tv/Endzone
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyzeusxx/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cutestrapper
Design work:
- https://www.cutelikezeus.net/
- https://www.instagram.com/cutelikezeus/
Homegrown Hype:
- https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhype/
- https://www.facebook.com/Homegrownhype
South Bend Don’t Break:
- https://www.instagram.com/southbenddontbreak/
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Patrick, Brett, Nathaniel, AKA Lune the Band (or ltb, as the kids say) visit the Red Chuck Studio to chat about their upcoming new album (their 4th studio album and the 3rd in the Ship Series.) They dive into the evolution of Lune and the healing & connecting power of music, AKA the gospel in 4/4 time.
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions about physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, including against children, as well as discussions of suicide. Please take care in listening. You are loved. I love you. Help is always available at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988 or online at https://988lifeline.org.
included song: Indiana
official website(s):
- linktr.ee/lunetheband
- lunetheband.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @lunetheband
Facebook: @Lunetheband
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO_fWbQq0lf1Q6VG05rAHmA
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
We’re back! Justin returns from his Ireland adventures just in time to welcome On The Lash, a traditional Irish band based in Kalamazoo. John and Joel virtually join him in the Red Chuck Studio to discuss the resurgence and ongoing growth of traditional Irish culture, as well as the transition to working as a full time musician.
included song: Dog In The Distance
official website(s): onthelashband.com
Instagram: @onthelashbandofficial
Facebook: @onthelashbandofficial
YouTube: @onthelashbandofficial
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Patty PerShayla & The Mayhaps are bringing the rock to the Red Chuck Studio. Patty, Lucas Powell, and Dave Hempstead join Justin to discuss their current tour and what’s in store for the future of the band. They attempt to identify next big music city, talk about what they’re playing in the tour car, and honor the magic of Bop It!.
Catch their current tour, including plenty of Michigan shows: https://www.pattypershayla.com/tour
included song: I Want It Faster
official website(s):
- https://www.pattypershayla.com/
- https://pattypershayla.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @pattypershayla
Facebook: @PattyPerShayla
YouTube: @PattyPerShayla
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
The Erly are back with us to do an AtND Live!
The band performs in-studio, giving us a sneak peak at two new songs, and hangs out to discuss their upcoming "accidental" new album, Salem Nights.
Pre-order Salem Lights now and get ready for the album release show coming up on Friday, September 6th in downtown Niles!
included songs: 55 On The Other Side, Reading The Call
official website: https://theerlyband.com/
Instagram: @theerlyband
Facebook: @theerlyband
YouTube: @TheErly
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Isaac Fisher and the two Evans (Judson & Krabill) of BEE! The Band, along with Spike the Cat, hang out in the Red Chuck Studio. We dig into who gets each letter in the band name, BEE! themed merchandise, as well as how their varied skills and backgrounds combine to create the fun and joy of their music. We also get a late visit by drummer Birch Baer by phone.
included song: Dandelion Man
official website(s):
- https://beetheband.com
- https://linktr.ee/beetheband
- https://wearebee.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @bee.the.band
Facebook: @WeAreBEEtheBand
YouTube: @beetheband
TikTok: @bee.the.band
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
It’s the debut of AtND Live!
Multi-instrumentalist musician Eli Kahn and I hole up with Paul Klimson in Theory One Studios, just a short walk down the hill from the Red Chuck Studio, where Eli delivered an amazing musical performance, followed by a chat on the couch about his current Michigan tour and life as a full-time independent musician.
included song: PIXY STIX
official website(s):
- elikahnmusic.com
- linktr.ee/elikahnmusic
- afteroursband.bandcamp.com
- sugarbomb.band
- soundcloud.com/sugarbombjazz
- linktr.ee/orangemoonmusic
- secretmillionaire.bandcamp.com
Instagram:
- @elikahnmusic
- @afteroursband
- @sugarbombjazz
- @orange.moon.music
- @secret_milli
Facebook:
- @elikahnmusic
- @afteroursband
- @orangemoonmusic
YouTube:
- @afteroursband
- @sugarbombjazz
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Bri, Tony, Bryan, and Cody bring tales of their pop punk adventures in Michiana to the Red Chuck Studio. They discuss how their varied experience levels and influences (pop, folk, death metal!) mix and harmonize to create musical magic, including how the elder members of the band work to guide and bring success to the younger members.
Vote for Stay Nameless for America’s Next Top Hitmaker: https://tophitmaker.org/2024/stay-nameless
included song: TeddyBear Murder
official website(s):
- https://staynameless.bandzoogle.com/home
- https://linktr.ee/staynameless
Instagram: @staynameless_band
Facebook: @stay.nameless
TikTok: @staynameless_band
YouTube: @staynameless
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Corey Ronell stops by the Red Chuck Studio to hang out with Justin and tell the tale of how a surprise experience with a major name in music propelled him to push out his new single, Don’t Stay. They talk the music business, the local scene, and go deep on life, love, and finding growth in dark moments.
included song: Don’t Stay
Instagram: @coreyronell
Facebook: @coreyronell
YouTube: @iamcoreybishop
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Half of “the Voltron of country bands”, Union Suit Rally, are here to discuss the “Midwest Sound”. Brad Powers, Chris Cunningham, Brandon Lytle, and John Treeter virtually cram into the Red Chuck Studio to chat about friend homework and their latest album, Sin It Up Now, Hash It Out Later. Brad and company discuss the history of the band, forming through multiple outfits and genres including nu metal and honky tonk before finally blending into the cocktail of folk, americana, and rock they are today.
included song: Lie To Me
Instagram: @unionsuitrally
Facebook: @unionsuitrally
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
As Discussed:
- Slippery Noodle
- Fountain Square
- 8 Second Saloon
- Dukes Indy
- Melody Inn
Join Justin in conversation with local musician, Matt Lenny, as they plunge immediately into a fascinating discussion about the evolution of a single song. Follow Matt as he wrestles with the electric guitar and, inspired by the classic Smokestack Lightnin', creates his own tune, Blacktop Highway.
Matt is making Blacktop Highway available in conjunction with this episode. You can find it on Bandcamp or Soundcloud.
official website(s):
- https://mattlenny.com
- https://linktr.ee/mattlennymusic
- https://soundcloud.com/mattlennymusic
- https://mattlenny.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @mattlennymusic
Facebook: @mattlennymusic
YouTube: @mattlennymusic
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
The magic of the Internet first brought together Red Chuck Productions and New Hampshire’s The Rough & Tumble, self-described as “dumpster-folk/thriftstore Americana”. Now it brings them to Anywhere The Needle Drops!
Just ahead of their July 6th visit to Vickers Theatre in Three Oaks, Mallory Graham and Scott Tyler jump into the Red Chuck Studio with Justin to discuss music and their nomadic lifestyle, spun out of being ejected from Nashville. They dive into underappreciated holidays, slowing down to truly appreciate music & life, and that time Justin was sobbing to the new Taylor Swift album. Don’t miss it!
included song: Ain’t That the Way
official website(s):
- https://www.theroughandtumble.com/
- Be sure to check out that wild merch store…tea, spatulas, NOSE FLUTES, and more!
- https://theroughandtumble.bandcamp.com/
Instagram: @theroughandtumble
Facebook: @theroughandtumble
YouTube: @TheRoughandTumble
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
As Discussed:
- What Bird Am I Game
- The T-Rex Song
- Mama’s Broke
- Aoife O'Donovan
- Chris Smither
- Hurray For The Riff Raff
- Ryan Beatty
- Bradford Bringalong Singalong
- Matt Watroba
The Verve Pipe’s Brian Vander Ark joins Justin in the Red Chuck Studio for a conversation about Brian’s career and life, from the “rise and fall” of The Verve Pipe after The Freshmen to quitting the band and returning, delivering motivating speeches to businesses and karaokeing his own huge hit song to an unknowing audience. Friend Homework! Fire Hazards! Billy The Kid! The Rapture! They get into it all!
Be sure to see Brian with The Verve Pipe at the The Acorn Music Festival in Three Oaks, Michigan on June 15th and check out the full weekend of music!
included song: Dust
official website(s):
- https://www.brianvanderark.com/
- https://www.thevervepipe.com/
- https://www.patreon.com/brianvanderark
Instagram: @brianvanderark, @thevervepipe
Facebook: @bvamusic, @thevervepipe
YouTube: @thebrianvanderarkchannel2408, @thevervepipe
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
As Discussed:
- The Leftovers- Book by Tom Perrotta
- The Leftovers- TV Show on HBO
- Animal Kingdom- TV Show
- The Acorn- Three Oaks, Michigan
Stockroom East is a coworking space, event space, and live music venue in South Bend, Indiana. Michael Yoder and Matt Ingle join Justin in the Red Chuck Studio. They hash out their views on the local music scene and discuss the present and the future of SE as a premier concert venue.
CORRECTION: Justin refers to the band behind “Shotgun” as Junior & The Igniters but meant to say Jr. Walker & The All Stars.
Upcoming Concerts can be viewed here.
official website(s): stockroomeast.com
Instagram: @stockroom.east
Facebook: @stockroomeast
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Singer-songwriter Kelly Hoppenjans joins Justin in conversation to talk about her jump from Nashville to Michigan, songwriting contests, and the tight-knit songwriting community. They gush over local venue, The Acorn, where Kelly returns to play on July 21st.
included song: Love of My Life
official website: kellyhoppenjans.com
Instagram: @kellyhoppinjams
Facebook: @kellyhoppmusic
YouTube: @KellyHoppenjans
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
As Discussed:
- Joe Humphrey Art
Bentonia Blues musician Robert Connely Farr chats with Justin about Mississippi and Bentonia Blues, the Drive By Truckers and life lessons through music.
included song: Gettin Tired of Gettin Old from the album, Pandora Sessions
official website(s): robertconnelyfarr.com
robertconnelyfarr.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @robertconnelyfarr
Facebook: @robertconnelyfarr
YouTube: Robert Connely Farr
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
As Discussed:
- The Living Bubba- Drive-By Truckers
Miles Nielsen jumps into the world of Anywhere The Needle Drops! Son of Cheap Trick’s Rick Nielsen, Miles has been rocking out for years with the Rusted Hearts. he and Justin reminisce(?) about COVID virtual performances and discuss sound mixing, learning through suffering, and Miles' friendship with Roger Clyne, one of Justin’s all-time-favorite musicians.
Miles Nielsen & the Rusted Hearts will be back in the area, playing the Acorn Theater, on April 5th.
included song: Overpass, from the album Ohbahoy.
official website: milesnielsen.com
Instagram: @therustedhearts Facebook: @MilesNielsenMusic
YouTube: Miles Nielson
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
BONUS EPISODE! Lindsay was on the show a few months back AND she came up often in last week’s discussion with fellow Michiganders, The Accidentals, so it seemed the perfect time to rerelease her original appearance on the show from oh-so-many years back. Enjoy this remastered bonus episode of Anywhere The Needle Drops.
One of Michigan’s premier creators and purveyors of bluegrass, folk, and Americana talks hanging out and jamming with the amazing musicians in Nashville and highlights her new album, Queen of Time.
official website(s):
lindsayloumusic.com
stores.portmerch.com/lindsaylou
Facebook: @lindsayloumusic
Instagram: @lindsayloumusic
YouTube: @lindsayloumusic
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
One of Michigan’s finest musical groups are in the Red Chuck Studio. It’s The Accidentals! Sav and Katie hang out with Justin to discuss upcoming recording projects (covers! children’s songs!), finding oneself in music & art, and just where all of the snow in Michigan went.
The Accidentals return to the region in April, including a stop at Bell's Back Room in Kalamazoo on April 26th!
included song: Heart of Glass
official website: theaccidentalsmusic.com
patreon: patreon.com/theaccidentals
Instagram: @theaccidentalsmusic
Facebook: @theaccidentals
Twitter: @moreaccidentals
YouTube: @moreaccidentals
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
As Discussed:
- Major Labels book
- The Accidentals' Tiny Desk Submission https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71A_5e2AUUw
Let’s dance! Sharon of Dance Society joins Justin in the Red Chuck Studio. Dance Society is a local source of good times, good people, and good vibrations. Dance socials! Dance classes featuring unexpected themes such as Bo Burnham, Abba, Phoebe Bridgers, and Shania Twain. Sharon’s events uplift the soul and bring together some of the most wonderful people in the region. She hangs with Justin to discuss her history in the dance world, the beginnings of Dance Society, and philosophies on life and creativity in body & mind.
official website(s):
- https://www.ourdancesociety.com
- https://linktr.ee/ourdancesociety
DJ Chuck Fry’s mixtape from the last Dance Social: https://www.mixcloud.com/Chuck_Fry/good-morning-dance-social-2024/
Instagram: @dancesocietysocialclub
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
As Discussed:
- Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life, 3rd Edition by Marshall B. Rosenberg, PhD
Call Me Malcolm is a ska punk band hailing from England, making this the 3rd time a guest has hopped (virtually) across the big waters to join us on Anywhere The Needle Drops. Musicians who have earned the respect of the bands they once (and still) idolized, they are bringing us their latest album, Echoes & Ghosts, on March 1st!
Lucias Malcolm and Mark Farthing of the band hang out with Justin to discuss their history in music and ska punk, the dangers of unorganized playlists, secret clubs, and awkwardly hugging Goldfinger.
Preorder Echoes & Ghosts now: callmemalcolm.bandcamp.com/album/echoes-ghosts
included song: we shall meet in the place where there is no darkness
official website: callmemalcolmband.com
callmemalcolm.bandcamp.com
Instagram, Facebook, YouTube: @cmmalcolmband, @CallMeMalcolmBand, @CallMeMalcolm
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
BONUS Episode. Our recent guest, Dan Deitrich, first joined us nearly a decade ago. Hear the remastered version of our original conversation in this bonus episode of Anywhere The Needle Drops!
official website: https://danieldeitrich.bandcamp.com
Instagram, Facebook, X: @danieldeitrich
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
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Jake Simmons is finally on Anywhere the Needle Drops! Jake has been making good ol' rock and roll as a solo artist, leading Jake Simmons & The Little Ghosts, and in Katy Needs A Life. My favorite rocker from Kalamazoo is virtually in the Red Chuck Studio to chat about what’s been and what’s to come.
official website: http://www.jakesimmons.us/
Bandcamp: https://jakesimmons.bandcamp.com/
Instagram, Facebook: @jakesimmonslg
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
It’s the latest bonus episode, a remaster of my 2014 conversation with The Rutabega, one of South Bend’s finest bands. Last week, we spoke to forestlike. Joshua Wayne Hensley, one half of forestlike, is also one half of The Rutabega. This is a waaaayback journey, nearly a decade ago, in local music history. Enjoy!
official website: therutabega.com
Bandcamp: https://theseknottylines.bandcamp.com
Instagram: @the_rutabega
Facebook: @theseknottylines
YouTube: @the_rutabega
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
forestlike is the latest musical project of Joshua Wayne Hensley and Jared Myers. You’ll remember JWH from past episodes with his other project, The Rutabega, as well as from plenty of our mix tapes over the years, featuring both that band and Josh’s solo work. We discuss the peaceful and fantastical vibe of forestlike, as well as plenty of other projects from both Jared and JWH. The self-titled forestlike album is out now!
official website: https://bit.ly/m/forestlike
Bandcamp: https://forestlike.bandcamp.com/album/forestlike
Instagram, YouTube: @soundslikeforestlike
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
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We kick off 2024 with a groove! Local live favorites, The Erly, enter the Red Chuck Studio, just in time for their show this weekend at Earworm Records, during the Hunter Ice Festival!
The Erly at Earworm Records: Saturday, January 13th, 7pm
official website: https://linktr.ee/theerly
Instagram, Facebook: @theerlyband
Flame The Main Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6E-VeiK1Y8
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
It’s HeyZeus, South Bend hip hop musician, designer, former prospective Power Ranger, and more! The artist known as “the cutest rapper” joins Justin to discuss finding an artistic voice and the magic of learning & growing, creatively and in life. Zeus shares with us his artistic journey and his love of the South Bend and local scene.
official links: https://lnk.bio/BuyOneGetOneFree3
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyzeusxx/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cutestrapper
Design work:
- https://www.cutelikezeus.net/
- https://www.instagram.com/cutelikezeus/
Homegrown Hype:
- https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhype/
- https://www.facebook.com/Homegrownhype
South Bend Don’t Break:
- https://www.instagram.com/southbenddontbreak/
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Dan Deitrich returns to Anywhere The Needle Drops. We discuss his activism work with the Vote Common Good project and his his great new single, “Let It Run”. Hear the exclusive Red Chuck Studio live performance of that tune AND the yet-to-be-released, mostly finished, may not even end up named “Be Here Now“.
official website: https://danieldeitrich.bandcamp.com
Instagram, Facebook, X: @danieldeitrich
Vote Common Good: https://www.votecommongood.com/
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
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Join us in the Red Chuck Studio as we hang out with Reminisce.X!
We talk race, gender, and sexuality in music and the messages we communicate through art. We also dive into the fantastic Homegrown Hype project and all the cool in the local hip hop and music scene.
Instagram: @reminiscewithme
Facebook: @reminisce.x
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/reminiscex
Homegrown Hype (Facebook/Instagram): @Homegrownhype
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
As Discussed:
- Eco Owl Press
- Homegrown Hype Trading Cards
Join Justin as he hangs out with regional singer/songwriter Brittany Lee Moffitt. We discuss her latest release, Guests, and dive into the challenges of social anxiety, the danger of the hustle, finding purpose, and how we responded to the pandemic as artists and humans.
official website: linktr.ee/brittanyleemoffitt
Instagram: @brittanyleemoffittmusic
Facebook: facebook.com/brittanyleemoffitt
YouTube: @BrittanyLeeMoffitt
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
As Discussed:
- Armchair Expert Podcast
- Like, Literally, Dude: Arguing for the Good in Bad English by Valerie Fridland
You heard Hero Jr. last week. Now hear our first interview with them from 2012 on the very first episode of Anywhere The Needle Drops! AtND Episode 1, Remastered!
official website: herojrmusic.com
Instagram: @herojr
Facebook: @herojrmusic
YouTube: @HeroJrOfficial
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Hero Jr. is back! We welcome Evan Haughey of Indianapolis' rock and rollers, Hero Jr, back to the show. Evan returns for the second time, as he and his brother, Matt, appeared on the very first episode of Anywhere The Needle Drops over ten years ago. We check in to see where things are going with the band these days and feature the full version of out theme music, the Hero Jr. song Deep End Price Tag.
official website: herojrmusic.com
Instagram: @herojr
Facebook: @herojrmusic
YouTube: @HeroJrOfficial
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Lindsay Lou is back on Anywhere the Needle Drops!
One of Michigan’s premier creators and purveyors of bluegrass, folk, and Americana talks hanging out and jamming with the amazing musicians in Nashville and highlights her new album, Queen of Time.
Lindsay will be back in Michigan later this month, so be sure to catch one of the shows.
official website: https://www.lindsayloumusic.com/ Facebook, Instagram: @lindsayloumusic Music: https://stores.portmerch.com/lindsaylou/
Tour Dates in Michigan and beyond:
Oct 19 Thu, Lindsay Lou @ The Ark @ 8:00pm, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
Oct 20 Fri, Lindsay Lou @ Michigan Night at Kalamazoo State Theatre @ 7:30pm, Kalamazoo, MI
Oct 23 Mon, Lindsay Lou @ The Braumart @ 7:00pm, Iron Mountain, MI
https://www.lindsayloumusic.com/tour-dates
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
As Discussed:
- Major Labels: A History of Popular Music in Seven Genres- Kelefa Sanneh
Local singer-songwriter Abbie Thomas joins me at the Red Chuck Studio!
Abbie is one of the most active local musicians in the Michiana region, entertaining audiences solo and with her band at the best of local venues, wineries, and more.
We discuss how she found her way into music as both art and career, where she finds her inspiration, and just how much my parents love her.
See Abbie at the Livery in Benton Harbor on Saturday, September 30th! official website: https://abbiethomasmusic.com/
Instagram, TikTok, YouTube: @abbiethomasmusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialabbiethomas
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
I’m joined by Jillian Speece, one half of the indie folk rock duo, The Bergamot!
The Bergamot has been bringing energetic shows to fans across the world. Though currently based in New York, their roots are right here in Michiana, forming in South Bend in 2010 and returning regularly to the land they call home.
Jillian tells me all about the band’s award winning documentary, State of the Unity, and the story of the tour it follows, with its message of love and music. We discuss dreaming big, empathy through art, and then Jillian turns the tables to ask me plenty of her own questions.
official website: https://www.thebergamot.com/
see State of the Unity & tour dates: https://www.thebergamot.com/#tour
Instagram, Facebook, YouTube: @TheBergamot
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions
Michiana's Rebel Noire is in the house!
The frontwoman of rebel noire and the accomplices visits the Red Chuck Studio to talk about the band’s juicy concoctions of rock, soul, blues, R&B, and jazz.
We discuss the revelations both personal & creative that come out of challenging times, gush over the local music & art scene, and discover the varied ways that people play Uno.
official website: http://www.rebelnoirexaccomplices.com Instagram and Threads: @rebel.noire Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/rebelnoire Bandcamp: https://rebelnoirexaccomplices.bandcamp.com
Rottenhouse credits:
rebel noire
- vocals/frontwoman: rebel noire
the accomplices
- lead guitar: Abraham Medellin
- keyboard: Devin Brewer
- trumpet: Evan Judson
- saxophone: Evan Krabill
- bass guitar: Jason Brewer
- drums: Tyrus Tucker
production
- mixing and mastering: Nate Butler, Nimble Wit Production LLC, Goshen, Indiana
- recording: Tyrus Tucker, NuNrml Productions. location: Elkhart, Indiana
Theme music by Hero Jr..
As Discussed:
- The Rocki Button
- A-Reece
- Rules? to Uno
- Bandcamp
Join Justin Flagel for conversations with the musicians, artists, and creative people making things happen here in Michiana and beyond. Tales from the growing local scene will highlight the creators, venues, and events. Performers from the regional and national scene will stop by to visit. Big or small, learn about who they are, what they’re making, and what drives them as creators and as people. Anywhere The Needle Drops is coming back. Subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us @redchuckproductions on social media and at redchuckproductions.com.
Join Justin & Dylan as they begin their journey through the wonder, the majesty, the insanity, that is the acting career of Nicolas Cage by watching his works on-by-one in order.
Episode 1 begins with 1981's The Best of Times, the failed TV sketch show starring a young Nicolas Coppola in their first role.
Podcast superhero crossover! Justin and Scott Curtis of the Michiana People Podcast cross-interview each other about their shows, their creativity, and their love of music.
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Musician Justin Wells phones in to the Red Chuck Studio to discuss his upcoming solo release.
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Robert Irving III joins Justin in the Red Chuck Studios to discuss his life as a musician and his time as the music director for Miles Davis.
Catch Robert and Generations this Saturday, July 9th, at the Lighthouse Jazz Festival in Michigan City, Indiana and follow his work at sonicportraitsjazz.com.
Photo by Richard Duncan.
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Sahffi joins Justin in the Red Chuck Studio to discuss the latest in her music career, most especially the #Song4Unity project to unite Baltimore and raise funds for charity.
Check out the song and support the cause at Song4Unity.bandcamp.com and see how the funds are helping at Save A Dope Boy.
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Justin sits with none other than Stephen "Brer Rabbit" of Flobots. They speak at length about activism, art, community, books, and music. It's an energized and emotional discussion.
You can check out the Flobots Kickstarter for the new "NOENEMIES" project here and keep up on all they've got going on at Flobots.com.
This episode is the season finale of Anywhere The Needle Drops. We'll be taking a hiatus while we work on making this show even better and while we tackle some new projects at Red Chuck Productions. Stay tuned to the website and the podcast feed for updates on all of the fun stuff to come.
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Justin hangs with the working man's musician, Mr. Paul Erdman. They chat about his journey to becoming a full time musician. Get a taste of his End Of An Era EP with the tracks Leavesick Blues and Human Nature.
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Daniel Deitrich joins Justin in the Red Chuck Studios to discuss his latest release, The Table.
Get a taste of the EP with the track Can't Imagine.
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Joseph of Temporary Hero chats with Justin about managing the demands of life with his creative pursuits!
Check out some music from TH, with "I Already Know" from his Society EP before the conversation and "I Get Along Without You Very Well" from his Chet Baker tribute, CHET after!
Keep up with Temporary Hero at facebook.com/iamtemporaryhero.
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Neal & Beth of Korean Jeans join me to share some new music and discuss the pizza wars, Boston vs Chicago, and the Gathering of the Juggalos!
Check out the new tunes koreanjeans.bandcamp.com.
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Justin chats with musician David Wirsig, previously featured on Welcome To Nightvale and the man behind the excellent Sunken City EP. They talk the merging of the creative, the freelance, and the Internet economies and how all artists suck when they start. Even Bono.
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Justin hangs with The Crane Wives after their recent show at The Livery in Benton Harbor. They chat about validating creativity, quitting your job, and, of course, making music.
This episode features two songs from The Crane Wives Coyote Stories, The Hand That Feeds before the conversation and Sleeping Giants after.
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Roger Clyne of Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers chats with me on the first episode of Anywhere The Needle Drops of 2016! It started out as a brief plug for my favorite musician and his tequila crowd-funding and it ended up as a near hour-long conversation about music, creation, and...dogs in the home office.
Roger and company are raising funds to help expand operations and reach for their Mexican Moonshine tequila. We talk about the campaign and we also discuss the 20th anniversary of The Refreshments album, Fizzy Fuzzy Big & Buzzy. This was a fantastic, unexpected conversation with a musician I've followed for those twenty years.
You'll also get to check out two tracks from Roger's catalog, Counterclockwise from Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers Americano album before the conversation and, after, Mekong from Fizzy Fuzzy Big & Buzzy.
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Join Justin, Lindsay Lou (of Lindsay Lou & The Flatbellys), and everyone else who wandered backstage from our conversation after their show at the Riviera Theatre in Three Rivers. Huggy Bear from the Flatbellys and the Crane Wives make an appearance as we chat about the creation of the newest Flatbellys album, Ionia, and the struggles and joys of music and creativity.
You can check out Ionia and the other great music available from Lindsay Lou & The Flatbellys on Amazon and iTunes and keep up with their tour and more at LindsayLouMusic.com.
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Nick Yoder of Journeyman Distillery in Three Oaks joins me in the studio to talk spirits and the thriving Michigan adult beverage industry.
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Justin is joined by Kevin Scott Joiner (of The Ember Jar). He’s an artist with his hands in the realms of music, television, writing, and more. Together they discuss everything from transhumanism to South Bend’s evolution as a music scene, in addition to Kevin’s exciting upcoming projects in television.
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Today's guest is Mr. Dylan Fox of Dylan Fox And The Wave. Though our generations are a bit separate, Dylan and I bond over the shared experience of rebelling against the music of our parents (and eventually finding value in it). We discuss his upcoming releases, some of which you can check out now at DylanFoxandtheWave.com. And you can check out one of the tracks on the episode, You Never Say Anything Nice. Enjoy!
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The Winsome Hags are back! They join hosts Justin Flagel and Glen Cox (of The Glen Show Podcast) for music, stories, and pie at the Acorn Theater in Three Oaks.
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Today, Hailey Whitters joins me in the virtual Red Chuck Studio all the way from Nashville. We discuss her new album, Black Sheep, and the world of music both country and beyond.
You can find her album now at HaileyWhitters.com, iTunes, and Amazon.
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If you follow the written pieces on Anywhere The Needle Drops, you've read the amazing words on JC Brazil. One week from Sunday, she'll be breaking new boundaries with her performance of Pulitzer nominee Dael Orlandersmith's Black n Blue Boys/Broken Men.
JC and director Alejandro Stepenberg join me on the podcast to discuss the upcoming show and the inspiration behind it, as well as their journeys into the world of theater, acting, and performance.
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Artist Chelsea Thompto discusses her art, transgender awareness, and the Origami Swan Project. The OSP is an art piece bringing together participants from all over the world, each making a white swan to be displayed with one grey swan to represent the 1 in 30,000 people who identify as transwomen.
Our discussion takes us into pop culture representation of the trans community, as well as a fun dive into our favorite reads and watches in sci-fi, fantasy, and horror.
You can check out all of Chelsea's art, including the Origami Swan Project, by visiting ChelseaThompto.com and follow the OSP on Facebook and Instagram.
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I chat with Austin band New China about music, day jobs, and Thundersnow! And you'll get to check out two tracks from the band; before the interview, you'll here Wet Dream and after it's Hospitalia.
You can get both of those tracks and the entire Bar & Grill album from New China on BandCamp. And keep up with all the band has going on over at their Facebook page.
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Ward Kremer stops by the Red Chuck Studios to tell stories going back decades about the names, the places, and the equipment that make up American rock and music history.
You can check out Ward's blog and his latest ongoings at WardKremer.com.
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Abby and Kevin of The Ember Jar join me for coffee and a chat at the Red Chuck Studios.
Check out their included track, Save Me From Myself!
You can keep up with them at facebook.com/TheEmberJar.
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Justin chats with Jason Wesaw, Tribal Historic Preservation Officer, and Kyla Carneiro, from the communications department, of the Pokagon Band of Potawatami.
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It took a few years, but local legend Billy 'Stix' Nicks finally makes it on the show. He discusses his return to music after recent health problems and tells stunning, surprising tales of playing and rubbing shoulders with musicians, actors, and more.
We also have a call-in from Dan Deitrich, where he updates us on his Kickstarter for one of his new projects.
Billy is currently playing local shows with the Motown Machine. You can check out his music and his bio at BillyNicks.com.
Dan Deitrich has his album, Matter, available at his webpage (Name Your Price), as well as iTunes and Amazon. Support his new project, The Table, at his Kickstarter page.
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The Anywhere The Needle Drops theme music is by Ethan W. Kampa and Jeremy Whetstone.
The Anywhere The Needle Drops theme music is by Ethan W. Kampa and Jeremy Whetstone.
It's The Breakdown. We're spinning off the Anywhere The Needle Drops segment where Dylan and I discuss the latest we're enjoying in pop culture.
Each week, Dylan and I dive into all we've been watching, reading, and playing. Each episode features a main event, the movie or other item we choose to really dig into.
In Episode 1, we tackle Jurassic World. There’s a ton of fun conversation about that and the entire Jurassic franchise, as well as plenty of other good gaming, reading, and watching we’ve been doing.
Going forward, the show will publish as it's own separate podcast every other Thursday, starting July 23. These episodes will hit the Web opposite weeks from Anywhere The Needle Drops, which will be switching to Thursdays, publishing opposite of The Breakdown.
Subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher!
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The hilarious and talented Louisa Hall joins me for a chat about ukuleles, coffee, and breast feeding pens!
Check out Louisa's music over at LouisaHallMusic.com
And catch her live at the following:
-The Charm City Ukulele Festival in Baltimore, MD on July 25
-at Rockwood Music Hall, Stage 3, in New York, with the 9 Singer Songwriter series (with Justin Trawick) on Tuesday, July 28th
-and at the Strathmore Uke & Guitar Summit, where she'll be teaching classes August 15-19 and performing on August 17th.
And check out the Gettysburg Rap on YouTube!
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It's the return of Eddie Munoz!
The subject of the episode was to be the history of Livejournal and blogging, but we managed to avoid discussing LJ at all and instead broke down a previous episode of AtND, as well as discussed plenty of other pop culture bits, the modern trouble of too much media to consume, and movies we watch every year.
And we tackle the difficult questions: which movies don't hold up and do the kids know longitude and latitude?
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Dylan and I chatter on after seeing the latest in George Miller's Mad Max series.
We also go on about comic books movies, including the Fantastic Four and Superman Versus Batman, as well as video games old school and otherwise.
I reveal to Dylan just who it is that dresses me. And why is Dylan in the bathroom so long?
Here's the Batman v Superman article we discussed: Dark Horizons
Hey folks. Got an event coming up? Let me know at contact@redchuckproductions.com and we might just mention your event on the episode preceding it. And speaking of:
Events:
Three Oaks Flag Day Festival Friday, June 12th-Sunday, June 14th
Lake Michigan Shore Wine Festival Saturday June 20th, 1pm-10pm at Weko Beach, Bridgman, MI Live music, food vendors, and, of course, wine testing from all of Southwestern Michigan's great wineries.
Lemon Creek's 31st Annual Father's Day Festival Sunday June 21st, 12pm-6pm Wine tasting and a Corvette show! Live music from Libido Funk Circus! Picnicking in the vineyards! Hay rides!
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Dena Woods, a wonderful talent and a big player the growing local music scene, chats with me at the Chicory Cafe in South Bend. Abby King of The Ember Jar hangs with us as well! It's the cream of the crop of the South Bend music scene!
You'll get to check out two tracks from Dena: Walk Away (before the chat) and Stay The Course (after the chat).
You can get even more from Dena at Bandcamp.
Hey folks. Got an event coming up? Let me know at contact@redchuckproductions.com and we might just mention your event on the episode preceding it. And speaking of:
Events:
The 13th Annual Niles Family Carnival & Bluegrass Festival Thursday May 28th-Sunday May 31st Vendors, arts, crafts, and, of course, americana music coming from the bandstand at the river
iRock Jazz Fest in New Buffalo Friday May 29th-Saturday May 30th Craft beer and wine, food vendors and all the jazz you can handle!
Dave Dale at Journeyman Distillery in Three Oaks Saturday, May 30th
Meet Me On The Island from WVPE and The South Bend Museum Of Art Friday, June 6th 5:30pm – 9:00pm An evening of art, music, and libations on Island Park at Century Center featuring the amazing Billy Stix Nicks and The Motown Machine
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Eddie Munoz chats with me about coming of age on Livejournal and about the abundance of input that is the information age.
Hey folks. Got an event coming up? Let me know at contact@redchuckproductions.com and we might just mention your event on the episode preceding it. And speaking of:
Events:
BBQ, Blues, and Bluegrass (Tickets & Info) St. Joseph, Michigan at the Whirlpool Centennial Park Saturday, May 16th, Noon-8:00 p.m.
South Bend turns 150 Celebration! May 22nd-May2 4th (Info) Events are happening all weekend long, including Ben Folds on Saturday May 23rd
Be sure to check out The Glen Show and subscribe on iTunes!
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BONUS EPISODE!
In my most nerve inducing interview, I sit down with...my mother!
Happy Mother's Day! Go hug your mom. Or someone. Just hug someone.
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Local talent Dave Dale joins me in the Red Chuck Studios.
Check out Dave's various musical projects, including Elephant Rescue and Le Griffe Mob!
Elephant Rescue will be playing next Saturday, May 9th at the Chicory Cafe as a part of the Sounds By South Bend festival.
And speaking of, don't forget to join me at Sounds By South Bend, starting this Thursday!
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Dylan Roberts joins me for the monthly pop culture breakdown.
We dive further into the realm of comic book movies, this time discussing what DC is bringing our way in the near future and, of course, get into our main event, Life After Beth. And we try to figure out Dylan's ideal super hero and find just where the funny lives. Enjoy!
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The Thundersnow series continues!
Seattle's Chung Antique graciously invited me into their temporary Thundersnow residence to chat about their lives in music. Get a taste of their release, Sweater Weather, with the track Stop Making Synths and join us in the room at Thundersnow as they close their show with Bison Light.
If you're sticking around in my local region, you should join us tonight, Saturday April 4th, at Lasalle Grill & Tavern, as Dave Dale and Le Griffe Mob will be bringing us an Afro-Caribbean dance party.
Currently, Chung Antique are touring out West with South Bend's own The Rutabega. You can check those dates here.
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Dylan and I reveal our inner nerds (as if they were a secret) as we chat about various sci fi, comic book, and tv wonders; Stargate, Fringe, Quantum Leap, Star Trek, The X-Files, Flash, Arrow, Gotham, Spider-Man, Agent Carter, Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D., and the rest of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, why Daredevil is awesome, why we disagree on Aquaman, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Firefly A Leaf On The Wind, Friends, Joey, and House of Cards. And, of course, our main event, Nicolas Cage's remake of Left Behind.
You can check out and participate in Chelsea Thompto's Origami Swan Project, a project helping to bring awareness to the transgender community, over at her website.
The All Things Considered, Youth Radio, and NPR Code Switch article on transgender students can be found here: Transgender Students Learn To Navigate School Halls
You can check out WVPE and make an online donation for the Spring Campaign at WVPE.org. You can also call to make a donation and maybe chat with me this Monday morning, 6am-9am, at 888-399-9873.
The Brass Eye, Niles excellent new bar, is on Facebook.
You can check out Death Wish Coffee here.
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It's the first in our Thundersnow series. THUNDERSNOW! Check out my chat with Ecanaba's Grounded and hear their excellent track, Wonderful!
Check out all Grounded has to offer, with music, tour dates, and more, at their website, on Facebook, ReverbNation, Soundcloud, and Twitter!
You can check out and participate in Chelsea Thompto's Origami Swan Project, a project helping to bring awareness to the transgender community, over at her website.
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Thunder sound effect by juskiddink over at the always wonderful FreeSound.org
The Book of Eli is our main source of chatter, but Dylan and I dive into the latest on Supernatural, we chat about watching Robocop way too young, and we hit on the latest in video games we've been playing! We discuss the awesome that is Telltale Games and their Game of Thrones series, as well how I managed to break Alien Isolation.
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It took some doing, but Will from the Rebel Light and I finally managed to connect via the magic of the Internet. The Rebel Light has a great rock sound straight from California.
Enjoy two songs from The Rebel Light this episode: Strangers and Jukebox Dream! And check out everything else the band has to offer at TheRebelLight.com, Facebook, Twitter, Bandcamp, iTunes...all the places!
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Justin Trawick is an excellent artist from the Washington DC area. In addition to being a fantastic musician, he's one of the hosts of The Circus Life, a podcast featuring entertaining chatter and a plenty of great musicians from the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond.
We discuss everything from blood letting to how Justin once created trouble for his dad with an old guitar and a pair of ladies underwear.
You'll get to check out two tracks from Justin during the episode: After All Is Said & Done and All The Places That I've Been
You can hear more form Justin at JustinTrawick.com and check out his podcast at TheCircusLife.com.
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First pod of 2015!! I hang with The Rutabega. We hit on the local scene. And Thundersnow! Not to mention, two tracks for your listening pleasure!
Check out the Rutabega at their website here (might I suggest picking yourself up the awesome new t-shirt?) and grab their excellent album, brother the lights don't work over at Band Camp. You can even hear the whole thing before you buy it.
Of course, we take care of some of some of that for you at Anywhere The Needle Drops! This episode includes two tracks from the album:
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The Shaman (before the interview)
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Turn On The Summer (after the interview)
And want to check out that crazy Thundersnow thing? Here's all the info! Maybe I'll see you in the UP.
Enjoy!
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Ethan has just released his first full album, titled At Last. He was in town back around Thanksgiving, so he stopped by the old Red Chuck Studios with his lovely fiance and we talked about the new album and, well, all the wacky things Ethan and I tend to talk about.
You can get the new album direct from Ethan at his website, Google Play, Amazon, BandCamp, just to name a few. He's pretty much in all the places, so pick up that new album.
You'll get to hear a cut from the album, Scherzo.
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Sons Of Bill bring the heart and soul of their native Virginia and of rock and roll. James Wilson and I chat about art in the New World and we hear a cut, a great tune called Bad Dancer, from the latest SoB album, Love and Logic.
Check out Sons Of Bill and another track from Love and Logic at SonsOfBill.com.
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Matt of Salt Lake City's Heartless Breakers chats with me about avoiding career choices and awesome music. We'll get to hear a cut from their Prescriptions EP.
Check out the band over at heartlessbreakers.bandcamp.com
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I chat with Olive of the excellent Olive The People blog. Also, Mosno stops by to talk about the Grammys, U2, and dogs.
Check out Olive The People at OliveThePeople.com.
You can pick up Mosno's Grammy balloted Novella album at his website.
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Dylan and I hit the hard topics: Substitute Bologna, Maggot Cheese, and Uber. Also, we each prove our hipsterness with our love for Saddleback Leather and Dollar Shave Club and Dylan gets some behind the scenes info on my movies First Call and Astronauts On The Beach.
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James Neary, Glen Cox, and myself throw a little show party for an audience at the Acorn Theater. Glen and I interview James in between sets of excellent music. You should also check out James Neary and his latest album, 2013, at JamesNeary.com.
And be sure to check out Glen's podcast at TheGlenShow.com.
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James Neary, Glen Cox, and myself throw a little show party for an audience at the Acorn Theater. Glen and I interview James in between sets of excellent music.
You should come on by to the next live show at the Acorn Theater. We're there the 2nd Thursday of each month.
You should also check out James Neary and his latest album, 2013, at JamesNeary.com.
And be sure to check out Glen's podcast at TheGlenShow.com.
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We almost didn't make it, but two Justins united for an awesome conversation. Justin of Fifth on the Floor hung out with me...where...in his van. We had a great chat about music and art before their recent show in Mishawaka.
You can check out Fifth On the Floor at FifthOnTheFloor.com
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I sit down with Johnny from Cracker. 16-year old me has his mind blown.
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They're making hagdom a thing to be celebrated. The Winsome Hags tells tales, sings songs, and hang out with Justin.
You can check out they're various talents and see where they'll be playing next at WinsomeHags.com.
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Second Koan, AKA Kevin Johnson Jr., is back in the house!
Check out Novella at Mosno.net.
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Sarina of TriniGourmet joins me in the virtual interview room for a chat about her work. TriniGourmet is recognized as "an essential guide to Caribbean cooking at home" by the New York Times and is a great resource for food and lifestyle tips straight from the islands!
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Baltimore's Sahffi does the virtual sit down with me, completing the Baltimore of Trifecta started with Kevin Johnson Jr. and Mosno.
Check out a track from Sahffi's 3rd album, Expectations, which is free and downloadable right now on Sahffi.com.
The track is called Who We See.
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Roger Clyne of Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers chats with myself and Dylan before the big concert in Chicago.
The Peacemakers recently released their newest album, The Independent. This episode features the opening track from the album, Ain't Got The Words For This.
Head over to the Peacemakers website, iTunes, or Amazon to grab the new album.
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Matt & Evan from Indianapolis band Hero Jr. sit and chat about the hometown and getting their start in the music business, from a record contract in high school to DYI promotion in the Internet Age. And get a taste of their new EP with the track Anger Room.
Check out the new Hero Jr. EP, Mixed Race Indiana Marriage on HeroJr.net now and iTunes June 19th.
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Today’s guest is Nate Donnis of The Donnis Trio and Rodello’s Machine. It’s likely you’ve heard his tunes on Pandora or on a number of television shows that have featured his music.
Nate and I hung out via the magical Internet telephone, with he in sunny California and me in, somehow still freezing even though it’s May, Michigan.
The Donnis Trio recently put out their latest album, Chroma. Check that out now on Amazon, BandCamp, iTunes, and the Donnis Trio website.
You can also check out his other projects at NateDonnis.com and Rodello’s Machine and learn all about the Patreon project.
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Justin hangs with The Moore Brothers, who are bringing American roots, blues, and R&B to you on their new album, Conspirement. We chat about the album and the local music scene and the boys throw down a jam for us. This episode also features two cuts from the new album, so there's plenty to enjoy.
You can pick up Conspirement and check out more from the band on their Facebook page and over at ReverbNation.
You can see some photos from the day here and get a guitar lesson in the blues from Dave Moore here.
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Mosno Al-Moseeki, Baltimore musician, lover of all things Batman and U2, co-inventor of the up and coming farm metal genre, and the only guest I've ever had who's been banned by a government.
We discuss his newest project, the concept album Novella. Be sure to check out his website for pre-order information. Novella on May 31st.
Also, check out his protest song, System Down, and spread awareness for #SUDANREVOLTS.
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The legendary Joyce and Frank Walker, of the Outcast Blues Band. We talk about their origins and reminisce about rockin' the Woodfire.
Includes the live cover of Proud Mary from their latest album, Old Blues To Meet The New Year.
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Jada, Laya, and I wax philosophical about online content. And Kevin gets stranded at a grocery store.
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I have a chat with Venitia & Mike of Venitia Sekema & The Luna Madre Band.
We talk the local music scene and life as a professional musician. And you'll get to hear Venitia and her "dream band" on two tracks...a cover of Ruthie Foster's Due Paid In Full and the Luna Madre original, Moonshine!
You can hear even more music over at reverbnation.com/venitiasekema and get tour dates and other information at VenitiaSekema.com
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Hear my conversation with Kevin Johnson Jr, writer and artist, in our first face to face meeting after twelve years of friendship.
You can follow Kevin on Twitter at @secondkoan and his personal site. Also be sure to check out his work at Negroes In New Media:
"A site devoted to the examination of the identity, access and voice of “African Americans” in all forms of media. It is in no way our intention to be derisive or divisive. Our goal is simply to engage in honest dialogue about the representation of our community by those who may not necessarily share our cultural mores."
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We sit down with artists from Kalamazoo's hip-hop scene, including JB and Gillie, Wunda Mike, & Hank Severe of The Id.
We feature a track from Gillie titled "The Game."
You can download that and more offered by artists at their various Web homes below.
Gillie @senorGillie, ReverbNation
Wunda Mike @WundatheLion, datPiff
Hank Severe @hanksevere
JB @JBFPM, ReverbNation
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Kristin and Justin team up to interview Thomas Kubond. They talk of his time in the Korean War, the dangers of his first marriage, and the tale of the hanging dog.
This podcast episode is part of an effort to encourage the collection of oral histories. Get your people together. Listen to their stories. Hit record (preferably before the stories start). Do it.
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Justin Flagel & Mike Moroz
Local history!
Music!
And politics!
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Michelle Jewell discusses her father, jazz great Franz Jackson. We discuss his musical history and how she is promoting her father's legacy and jazz using the Web. We also discuss his new CD, Milestone, produced with the help of a Kickstarter campaign.
Check out his music and the new CD, Milestone, at FranzJackson.com and on Facebook.
Franz Jackson- What A Wonderful World
Photo provided by Michelle Jewell. Photo taken by Guido Bissatini. Design concept by Michelle Jewell. Graphic design by Michelle Maret.
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Mike Moroz tells the tale of being an average citizen campaigning for office. We chat politics, public service and Mike turns the tables on me.
Be sure to visit:
Underground Railroad Society of Cass County (http://urscc.org/)
Vote411.org
VoteSmart.org
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At 82 years old, she's been a farm girl, a magistrate and a politician. She also happens to be my grandmother. Here the stories from the lady who inspires me every day.
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An interview of Matt & Evan Haughey of the Indianapolis based band, Hero Jr (http://www.HeroJr.net) on getting their start in the music business, from a record contract in high school to DYI promotion in the Internet Age.
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