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Arroe Collins View From The Writing InstrumentSeason 5 Of Stranger Things On Netflix Actor Sherman Augustus Breaks It DownThe highly anticipated fifth and final season of "Stranger Things" will release on Netflix across three premiere dates with four episodes on Nov. 26, three episodes on Christmas, and the finale episode on New Year's Eve and in selected theaters. Each volume releases at 8 p.m. ET.The fall of 1987. Hawkins is scarred by the opening of the Rifts, and our heroes are united by a single goal: Find and kill Vecna. But he has vanished - his whereabouts and plans unknown. Complicating their mission, the government has placed the town under military quarantine and intensified its hunt for Eleven, forcing...
2025-11-2522 min
Arroe Collins: Unplugged & Totally UncutSeason 5 Of Stranger Things On Netflix Actor Sherman Augustus Breaks It DownThe highly anticipated fifth and final season of "Stranger Things" will release on Netflix across three premiere dates with four episodes on Nov. 26, three episodes on Christmas, and the finale episode on New Year's Eve and in selected theaters. Each volume releases at 8 p.m. ET.The fall of 1987. Hawkins is scarred by the opening of the Rifts, and our heroes are united by a single goal: Find and kill Vecna. But he has vanished - his whereabouts and plans unknown. Complicating their mission, the government has placed the town under military quarantine and intensified its hunt for Eleven, forcing...
2025-11-2422 min
Arroe Collins Like Its Live Unplugged And Totally UncutSeason 5 Of Stranger Things On Netflix Actor Sherman Augustus Breaks It DownThe highly anticipated fifth and final season of "Stranger Things" will release on Netflix across three premiere dates with four episodes on Nov. 26, three episodes on Christmas, and the finale episode on New Year's Eve and in selected theaters. Each volume releases at 8 p.m. ET.The fall of 1987. Hawkins is scarred by the opening of the Rifts, and our heroes are united by a single goal: Find and kill Vecna. But he has vanished - his whereabouts and plans unknown. Complicating their mission, the government has placed the town under military quarantine and intensified its hunt for Eleven...
2025-11-2422 min
Arroe Collins Like It's LiveSeason 5 Of Stranger Things On Netflix Actor Sherman Augustus Breaks It DownThe highly anticipated fifth and final season of "Stranger Things" will release on Netflix across three premiere dates with four episodes on Nov. 26, three episodes on Christmas, and the finale episode on New Year's Eve and in selected theaters. Each volume releases at 8 p.m. ET.The fall of 1987. Hawkins is scarred by the opening of the Rifts, and our heroes are united by a single goal: Find and kill Vecna. But he has vanished - his whereabouts and plans unknown. Complicating their mission, the government has placed the town under military quarantine and intensified its hunt for Eleven, forcing...
2025-11-2222 min
Never RewriteEpisode 130: The Pains Caused by Differing Abstractions Pt. 2 - Real World ExamplesSummaryIn this episode of Never Rewrite, hosts Isaac Askew, Dustin Rea, and Jeffrey Sherman discuss the real-life implications of leaky abstractions in software development. They share personal anecdotes about the challenges faced when dealing with time zone discrepancies, database case sensitivity, and the importance of user experience. The conversation highlights the need for continuous investment in software and the lessons learned from past mistakes, emphasizing the balance between perfectionism and business viability.
2025-11-1423 minNever RewriteEpisode 129: Credit Where Credit Is DueIsaac Askew, Jeffrey Sherman, and Dustin Rea discuss the critical role of credit in management and teamwork, sharing personal experiences of idea ownership and the challenges faced in consulting environments. They emphasize the importance of recognizing contributions to foster a collaborative culture and the impact of social dynamics on idea sharing. The discussion also highlights the necessity of documenting ideas to ensure proper attribution and the broader implications of credit on team morale and organizational efficiency.
2025-11-0717 min
Tipsy Casting114. A Modern Class of Casting Visionaries- Featuring Shakyra Dowling!This month we are so excited to have the extremely talented Casting Director, Shakyra Dowling, join our Modern Class of Casting Visionaries segment!Shakyra Dowling is a London based casting director renowned for her commitment to championing emerging and diverse talent. With a career spanning over a decade, she has significantly contributed to both independent British cinema and international co-productions. Her casting expertise has been integral to projects that have garnered nominations and accolades at prestigious platforms such as the BAFTAs, BIFAs, Berlinale, Sundance, and TIFF. She has also been recognised with multiple nominations and wins from t...
2025-10-3048 minNever RewriteEpisode 127: The Pains Caused by Differing AbstractionsIsaac Askew, Dustin Rea, and Jeffrey Sherman discuss the complexities and challenges associated with abstractions in software development, particularly focusing on time zones and currency. They explore the engineering and product perspectives on these issues, emphasizing the importance of standardization to avoid costly bugs and inefficiencies. The discussion also touches on the social dynamics within teams, the exponential nature of complexity, and the need for clear documentation and communication across the organization to address these challenges effectively.
2025-10-2428 minNever RewriteEpisode 110: MVPs, YAGNI, and the Goldilocks ProblemIsaac Askew, Dustin Rea, and Jeffrey Sherman delve into the complexities of developing Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) and the challenges of balancing simplicity with the need for future scalability. They discuss the Goldilocks problem in software development, emphasizing the importance of finding the right balance between over-engineering and under-engineering. The discussion highlights the distinction between maintainability and optionality, the significance of timing in product development, and the lessons learned from past experiences. The trio also explores the concept of gaming out scenarios to prepare for potential challenges and the importance of aligning teams to ensure a cohesive approach to...
2025-06-2726 min
Reinforce Your GymRYG# 158: Common Mistakes on Paid Ads with Sherman MerricksCOMMON MISTAKES ON PAID ADS
This week Im joined by the co-founder of LASSO Marketing.
Sherman Merricks has 10+ years of experience in the fitness industry as a Trainer and Gym Owner.
Today he helps gyms get more leads. Sound familiar? HA! Since we have a very similar story, I was excited to pick his brain.
Sherman didn't hold back and shared some valuable ways to improve your ads and sales process.
Listen to this tactical discussion between two Marketing Agency owners so you can grow your business.
2025-05-2235 min
Get Hooked On The Transformative Full Audiobook Experience!Moonclad: A Progression Fantasy Epic by D.E. ShermanPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/58072to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Moonclad: A Progression Fantasy Epic
Series: Keiran: The Eternal Mage, Book 5
Author: D.E. Sherman
Narrator: John Joseph Rogers, Rylee Kuberra
Format: mp3
Length: 16 hrs and 2 mins
Release date: 04-28-25
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 87 ratings
Genres: Fantasy
Publisher's Summary:
It’s been six months since Keiran left his greatest enemy stranded on one of Manoch’s moons, six months of feverish work preparing for the lich’s seemingly inevitable return. Keiran is gathering allies and resources, and working to strengthen himself as much as possible. But when he hits a...
2025-04-284h 02Never RewriteEpisode 100: Detecting B.S. as a Non-Technical FounderIsaac, Dustin, and Jeffrey discuss the challenges faced by non-technical founders when working with developers. They explore issues of trust, communication, and the importance of iterative development. The discussion emphasizes the need for clear frameworks in product development, the significance of addressing technical debt and security concerns, and how to identify red flags in developer behavior. The conversation concludes with advice on balancing survival and enhancement in development and the importance of having technical expertise in-house.
2025-04-1830 minNever RewriteEpisode 92: A Framework for Prioritizing Tech Debt ft. Dustin ReaWe're joined today by Dustin Rea to discuss frameworks for prioritizing technical debt in software development. We explore the 'Jobs to Be Done' framework, emphasizing the importance of aligning engineering and product teams on customer needs. The conversation covers strategies for managing tech debt effectively, the significance of team dynamics, and the role of technical leadership in guiding prioritization efforts.
2025-02-2117 min
Never RewriteEpisode 76: Aligning Your Company Standards to its Lifecycle PhaseGuest Dustin Rea joins us to discuss the importance of aligning a company's standards and processes with its lifecycle stages. The discussion covers five key phases: the MVP phase, where the foundation is built; the Product User Fit phase, focusing on understanding customer needs; the Product Market Fit phase, solidifying the offering; the Scaling Up phase, managing growth; and finally, the Multi-Product Platform phase, where companies expand their offerings. Each phase presents unique challenges and requires different approaches to maintain quality and efficiency.
2024-11-0124 min
Never RewriteEpisode 72: Perfectionism in ProgrammingIsaac and Dustin Rea discuss the impact of perfectionism in programming, particularly how it can hinder project success. They explore the importance of launching minimum viable products (MVPs) to validate ideas in the market, the challenges of managing change in production software, and the balance between perfectionism and practicality. The discussion also highlights the significance of team dynamics and customer empathy in software development, as well as lessons learned from scaling and responding to customer demands.
2024-10-0426 min
KC Sports Network: Kansas City Chiefs PodcastsHang Time with Dustin Colquitt 8/26: Anthony Sherman Talks Fullback Resurgence, Special Teams Roles & Best Chiefs Camp PranksHayley Lewis and Dustin Colquitt welcome Chiefs great Anthony Sherman to talk about Carson Steele and the fullback resurgence in Kansas City, how players need to be versatile on special teams, and the best Chiefs training camp pranks from their playing days.—Shop the latest KC Sports Network merch collection, in partnership with Sandlot Goods! Find hats, shirts, hoodies and more here: https://sandlotgoods.com/collections/kcsnapp—The best Kansas City sports coverage in one place. Download our app now!Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app...
2024-08-261h 04
Never RewriteEpisode 65: Exploring Different Perspectives on Risk with Dustin ReaIsaac, Dustin, and Jeffrey discuss different profiles for de-risking releases. They explore the perspectives of software engineers, project managers, product owners, and executives in managing risk. They debate the benefits of incremental releases versus giant functionality releases and the importance of user feedback in de-risking product changes. They also discuss the trade-offs between time, size, and change in managing risk. The conversation touches on the challenges of balancing risk and reward, the importance of lean strategies in startups, and the need to be prepared for success as well as failure.
2024-08-0919 min
Never RewriteEpisode 61: Challenges of Multi-Product Platforms ft. Dustin ReaDustin Rea, CEO of Red Hook Agency, discusses the challenges and considerations of bringing new products into an existing platform and splitting products within the same platform. The conversation covers topics such as authentication and authorization, merging different products onto a platform, reorganizing teams, and converting internal tools to SaaS. The speakers also touch on the importance of onboarding experiences for new and existing customers.
2024-07-1222 min
Hot Mic with SSJThe Prank That Cost Anthony Sherman His TruckOn this episode of "Hot Mic with SJJ," we talk to former Chiefs fullback Anthony Sherman. He shares the hilarious story of the prank Chiefs long-snapper James Winchester and Dustin Colquitt pulled on him. We dive into the unforgettable final moments of Super Bowl 54, discussing what it felt like to win the championship for a franchise that hadn't seen a victory in 50 years, and the overwhelming emotions that followed. Anthony also gives us a glimpse into the craziness after the Super Bowl, including the epic after-party and the excitement leading up to the parade. Lastly, we explore the retirement l...
2024-06-281h 03
Get Hooked On The Transformative Full Audiobook Experience!Daybreak at Chavez Ravine by Erik ShermanPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/58983to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Daybreak at Chavez Ravine
Author: Erik Sherman
Narrator: Asa Siegel
Format: mp3
Length: 10 hrs and 12 mins
Release date: 06-11-24
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 1 rating
Genres: Baseball & Softball
Publisher's Summary:
Fernando Valenzuela was only twenty years old when Tom Lasorda chose him as the Dodgers' opening-day starting pitcher in 1981. Born in a remote Mexican town, the left-hander had moved to the US less than two years before. He became an instant icon and there hasn't been a player since who created as many Dodgers fans.
2024-06-1110h 12
Never RewriteEpisode 57: White Label CRM Updates with Dustin ReaWe check in with Dustin Rea, head of Red Hook Agency, to discuss where White Label CRM is with their 'turnaround story' - how they're handling 'bug hell', scaling issues, and what their trajectory is now.
2024-06-0732 min
The Creepy Side of NEPAThe Creepy Side of NEPA: Talking Ghost With Ghost Hunter's Dustin PariOn this episode of The Creepy Side of NEPA we are joined by Dustin Pari, an original cast member of the hit TV show Ghost Hunters, on this episode of the Creepy Side of NEPA. Dustin shares spine-tingling evidence and hair-raising stories from his paranormal investigations around the globe. Tune in as he recounts his eerie experiences at the St. Augustine Lighthouse, the haunting Clark Air Base in the Philippines, and gives a sneak peek into his upcoming live show, "Ghosts, Do You Believe?" at the Sherman Theater.
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2024-04-2523 min
Never RewriteEpisode 46: Workshopping Live with Dustin ReaIn this conversation, Dustin Rea discusses the challenges faced by one of his clients who has a CRM. The CRM is built on a legacy codebase with issues in quality, scalability, and deliverability. The team has been working on improving the system, but there are still problems with emails, SMS, payments, and automations. The company is mission-driven and relies on the CRM to run their business, so rebuilding customer trust is crucial. They have made some improvements in infrastructure and email deliverability, but there is still work to be done. The conversation covered several topics related to database architecture and...
2024-03-2236 min
Talkin' MotorbikesTalkin' Motorbikes | Mark Sherman
Talkin' Motorbikes with Mark Sherman of CFE Racing. Mark and CFE are the lunatic fans you see on the east coast, mostly at PittRace and NJMP rounds of MotoAmerica. They're always fun and helping drive fan interest on the race weekends. One of these dudes even got bodyslammed at the podium last year by Attack Yamaha's Stanboli -LOL We're going to chat a bit about CFE, and talk about this season.. and a potential bet with one of the AttackYamaha crew members. We'll likely also chat about the CFE thoughts on how things will go this weekend at PittRace...
2023-08-171h 03
Sandman Stories PresentsEP 161: Louisiana- Brother Bear and Brother Rabbit (Alcée Fortier 1895)Brother Bear just want some help with his work, so he invites brother Hyena (Bouki) and Brother Rabbit. Well, you know having Brother Rabbit around is going to make for some trouble, so Brother Rabbit makes up a whole plan to eat all of the food. When he is caught, more hijinks ensue.
And in the second story, a drunk man thinks he can communicate with the frogs.
Source: Louisiana folk-tales, in French dialect and English translation by Alcée Fortier 1895
Narrator: Dustin Steichmann
Music: Quoi Faire - Cajun Cross Tune b...
2023-01-0509 min
Nowhere To Go But Up#162 Intro to Kiteboarding with Core Kite Ambassador Rhonda Reyna... In this episode I am talking to Rhonda Reyna. I met Rhonda at Sherman Island, CA. This is one of the more popular kiteboarding locations in Northern California. I was living on the Island at the time and would ride my jet skis in the same area that the kiters would ride. So I saw Rhonda getting some big air and riding very impressively, and approached her on the shore and asked her if she would be interested in doing an episode for the podcast on how to get into the sport. * * If you go to 18:04 in the video you...
2022-05-0438 minNowhere To Go But Up#162 Intro to Kiteboarding with Core Kite Ambassador Rhonda Reyna... In this episode I am talking to Rhonda Reyna. I met Rhonda at Sherman Island, CA. This is one of the more popular kiteboarding locations in Northern California. I was living on the Island at the time and would ride my jet skis in the same area that the kiters would ride. So I saw Rhonda getting some big air and riding very impressively, and approached her on the shore and asked her if she would be interested in doing an episode for the podcast on how to get into the sport. * * If you go to 18:04 in the video you...
2022-05-0438 min
Top Turtle MMAEpisode 287: Parker Porter, Dustin Jacoby, and UFC Vegas 34On this week's episode, the guys are back to breaking down the fights. The UFC has returned to the Apex for UFC Vegas 34: Cannonier vs Gastelum, and Gumby and Shockwave have the picks to make your wallet fat.
Plus, Gumby is sitting down with a pair of fighters. First Parker Porter joins the show to talk about his bout with COVID and preparing for Chase Sherman a second time. Then Dustin Jacoby hops on to discuss his fight at UFC Vegas 35 and the craziness around his fight with Ion Cutelaba.
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2021-08-1942 min
The Denver Sports Betting ShowWednesday July 14: UFC 264, NBA Finals, Kawhi's ACL, Richard Sherman, Denver hotel gun arrests, HR Derby, Aaron RodgersMcGregor's UFC career over? credit to Dustin Poirier, NBA Finals, Kawhi partially torn ACL, Richard Sherman, Denver hotel gun arrests, Home Run Derby, Aaron Rodgers
2021-07-1550 min
Ash Hats PodcastEpisode 9: Just a random conversation over Nat Sherman Timeless Gordo cigars.Hosts Mike and Dustin offer a real treat for listeners as they talk about the random things they experienced growing up in northeast Pennsylvania. This is a hilarious war story episode filled with so much randomness it could only be described as "unique". All this while enjoying a Nat Sherman Timeless Gordo, this episode is on the lighter side, but provides for a real fun listen. Grab a smoke and relive the glory days with us today!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/a...
2021-05-031h 19
Meg in the MorningMarried at First Sights Derek ShermanWake up with me!Today I am dishing on Madison and ARod, the loss of Christopher Plummer and Dustin Diamond & more!Then I'm sitting down with Derek Sherman to talk about the ins and outs of reality TV!Derek grew up in a military family and graduated from George Mason University. After graduating he went on to work in Cybersecurity. Though he was not in the spotlight for most of his life, that all changed when he was cast on Married at First Sight and sparked a relationship with Katie Conrad. Though they...
2021-02-0831 min
The Burleson Box: A Podcast from Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBARyan Holiday on Ego is the Enemy and Placing Higher Goals Above Your Desire for Recognition.Ryan Holiday opens his book, Ego is the Enemy, with a quote from Richard Feynman, who said, "The first principle is that you must not fool yourself and you are the easiest person to fool."Ego is such an important thing to master, especially as you attempt challenging work. Running a small business or private practice is not easy. At every step of the way, your ego can place you in a haze of delusion and allow your enthusiasm to blind you with overly-optimistic projections, assumptions about how the market feels about your products or services and...
2021-02-0540 min
Nowhere To Go But Up#90 Angela Marsden owner of The Pineapple Hill Saloon In Sherman Oaks, CA talks about her viral video....I will be talking to Angela Marsden about the circumstances that caused her to make the video of the movie company that was allowed to set up outdoor seating 50 feet from her own outdoor dining patio that was shut down by the the Mayor and the Governor because it was deemed unsafe. * I had seen the viral video when it came out as I was scrolling through my social media feeds. A week later I saw an interview on YouTube that randomly popped up interviewing Angela and another gentleman that is experiencing the same kinds...
2021-01-091h 04Nowhere To Go But Up#90 Angela Marsden owner of The Pineapple Hill Saloon In Sherman Oaks, CA talks about her viral video....I will be talking to Angela Marsden about the circumstances that caused her to make the video of the movie company that was allowed to set up outdoor seating 50 feet from her own outdoor dining patio that was shut down by the the Mayor and the Governor because it was deemed unsafe. * I had seen the viral video when it came out as I was scrolling through my social media feeds. A week later I saw an interview on YouTube that randomly popped up interviewing Angela and another gentleman that is experiencing the same kinds...
2021-01-091h 04
Phandom KnightsIn Depth Walkthough of The Mandalorian Season 2 Chapter 9 " The Marshal"Today, Dustin, Sherman and Chris get excited for the second season of The Mandalorian to start off and Dustin being the hardcore Star Wars nerd of the group was especially excited fir this one to come. We got to see a novel character come to live action. Cobb Vanth, who obtained Boba Fett's armor from Jawas, teams up with Din Djarin and conquer the mighty Krayt Dragon! This episode was straight lore and action. Fun for any range of fan, casual or hardcore such us myself( Dustin). Tune in for the coverage all season long!
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2021-01-0140 min
Cultivating PlaceSculptura Botanica With Dustin GimbelDustin Gimbel is a landscape designer and large scale outdoor ceramic artist inspired by the botanical world and based in Southern California. In a new episode in our ongoing series about the art of the garden and art in the garden, I am pleased to welcome Dustin this week to share more about his journey working his way through school and some notable internships to this summer installing his first public exhibitions at the Sherman Library and Gardens in Corona Del Mar and the Ruth Bancroft Garden in Walnut Creek. Art mirrors nature is some interesting and unexpected ways!
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2020-09-1159 minCultivating Place: Conversations on Natural History and the Human Impulse to GardenSculptura Botanica With Dustin GimbelDustin Gimbel is a landscape designer and large scale outdoor ceramic artist inspired by the botanical world and based in Southern California. In a new episode in our ongoing series about the art of the garden and art in the garden, I am pleased to welcome Dustin this week to share more about his journey working his way through school and some notable internships to this summer installing his first public exhibitions at the Sherman Library and Gardens in Corona Del Mar and the Ruth Bancroft Garden in Walnut Creek. Art mirrors nature is some interesting and unexpected ways!
Cultivating...
2020-09-1159 min
The Potters CastA Gardener Makes Garden Sculptures | Dustin Gimbel | Episode 642Dustin Gimbel is a Sculptor and a landscape designer with over 20 years in the field of horticulture. Dustin's current exhibition SCULPTURA BOTANICA at Sherman Library and Gardens combines a lifetime passion for plants and a more recent obsession with ceramics. Dustin started working with clay in January of 2016. Dustin has a home studio in Long Beach CA.
2020-06-2545 min
Dust. Wind. Dude.I've Got WormsVermiculturist Cinda Williams walks us through the benefits and awesomeness that come from raising your own bucket full o' worms. Ready to take your composting and recycling to Hoopy Frood levels? This episode is for you.Rhonda Sherman is a leading authority on vermicompsting from NC State University. This website provides a lot of information on the science behind vermicomposting. Her book can also be found here.Urban Worm Company-A great resource for learning how to get started and an online shop to find supplies. Get full access to Dust...
2019-07-2941 min
Heavy Metal History: The PodcastHeavy Movie History Presents : Chattanooga Film Festival 2019 with Chris DortchWelcome to this special bonus episode of the podcast. For this episode this isn’t Heavy Metal History, its Heavy MOVIE History! As a lot of you regular listeners know, I really love films, especially horror films and an extension of those to things cross over into Heavy Metal, so I brought on Chris Dortch, the man who runs and puts together the Chattanooga Film Festival as well as Frightening Ass Film Fest every year here in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Chris takes us through all the films being shown as well as all the special guests including Joe Bob Briggs, Cr...
2019-04-031h 15
Sea Hawkers PodcastSeahawks to take on Richard Sherman and the Sherminators (feat. George Kittle)After Sunday's 30-27 victory over the Carolina Panthers, Adam and Brandan continue to enjoy the win. This week, we award those who deserve to be recognized for some of the biggest plays from Sunday's win. Russell Wilson also gets some recognition for his franchise record milestone and a pair of receivers do something that has been done less than a handful of times in the Pete Carroll era. The Carolina Panthers were able to end the Seahawks streak of seven straight games with more than 150 yards rushing. With that coming to an end, Brandan brings up the...
2018-11-301h 15
Media Rewind PodcastAMC's Into the Badlands - Sherman Augustus InterviewDustin P. & Jenius McGee sit down and talk shop with the most kick ass clipper in the Badlands, Sherman Augustus. The conversation ranges from his portrayal of Nathaniel Moon on AMC's Into the Badlands, to his career before the show and even veers into Dustin & Jenius starting a petition for him to be in Black Dynamite 3.
2018-07-111h 01
Boom Howdy Podcast NetworkMedia Rewind - AMC's Into the Badlands - Sherman Augustus InterviewDustin P. & Jenius McGee sit down and talk shop with the most kick ass clipper in the Badlands, Sherman Augustus.
The conversation ranges from his portrayal of Nathaniel Moon on AMC's Into the Badlands, to his career before the show and even veers into Dustin & Jenius starting a petition for him to be in Black Dynamite 3.
2018-07-111h 01
The Anik & Florian PodcastEp. 152 - Dustin Poirier & Justin Gaethje breakdown + Chase Sherman joins showAnik and Florian recap FOX UFC Fight Night from Glendale and the Fight-of-the-Year candidate turned in by Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje. Guests include UFC heavyweight Chase Sherman, American Top Team’s Din Thomas, and Ray Longo.
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2018-04-171h 18
Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 54: Elizabeth & the CatapultElizabeth Ziman invites me into her Brooklyn apartment for tea and ravioli. A New York native, Ziman talks about growing up in Greenwich Village and explains how a landlord battle forced her to reexamine a stack of old journals she found during the move. Combining their contents with imagery from fever dreams, she fashioned the songs for Elizabeth & the Catapult's fourth LP, Keepsake. She also discusses having an ex for a producer, why she still busks in the subway, and why it's important to acknowledge the real world while she's onstage. elizabethandthecatapult.com drypaintsigns.com
2017-11-3050 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 53: Matthew Logan VasquezMatthew Logan Vasquez revisits a changing Brooklyn as he joins me for a drink at the Williamsburg Hotel's lobby bar. After a decade of fronting Delta Spirit, Vasquez has been steadily releasing music as a solo artist since 2015's Austin EP. On his second album, Does What He Wants, Matt does just that, taking the listener on a stylistically diverse journey through rock and roll. MLV tells why he had to "strike out on his own" in order to keep making music for a living, and how he strategized his son's birth around touring. matthewloganvasquez.com
2017-11-2145 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 52: Caleb CaudleAmericana artist Caleb Caudle joins me for a drink at Rockwood Music Hall in the Lower East Side before his show downstairs. Now sober, Caleb explains how his previous partying lifestyle had informed many of his lyrics in the past, but how he's looking forward to tackling new subject matter. Last year, he released his seventh LP, the critically acclaimed Carolina Ghost, which he describes as all love songs. With the woman from those songs now his wife, what will the tunes on his upcoming Crushed Coins be about? calebcaudle.com drypaintsigns.com
2017-05-1826 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 51: Tall Tall TreesMike Savino a.k.a. Tall Tall Trees has a quick beer with me at The Magician in Manhattan's Lower East Side before his show at Rockwood Music Hall. Savino tells how he originally went to school to be a doctor before dropping out to pursue his true passion. He also explains why and how he built his trademark "Banjotron 5000," a Swiss Army knife of an instrument that allows him to create sounds you never thought you'd hear coming from a banjo. Having recording his first two albums as a band, Mike describes what it was like to write and...
2017-04-2126 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 50: Reformed WhoresKaty Frame and Marie Cecile Anderson of country comedy group Reformed Whores chat with me over handcrafted cocktails at the Shanty in Williamsburg. The bawdy duo explain why they gravitated to their unconventional instruments (accordion and ukulele), reveal how they relentlessly researched other comedy bands' careers as a blueprint for their own, and recount the whirlwind recording session at the legendary RCA Studio A in Nashville for their second album, Don't Beat Around the Bush. reformedwhores.com drypaintsigns.com
2017-03-301h 01Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 49: Cris JacobsCris Jacobs knocks back a bourbon to stave off a cold before his show at American Beauty in NYC. After noodling around on acid in his backyard with friends in high school, Cris dedicated his college years to practicing bluegrass guitar for five hours a day. It paid off, with Jacobs spending a decade in Baltimore jamband The Bridge before going solo. Cris explains how becoming a father influenced his stunning sophomore effort, Dust to Gold, and shares his plans for an upcoming LP with Ivan Neville. crisjacobs.com drypaintsigns.com
2016-11-1626 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 48: Emily KingR&B songstress Emily King has a quick drink with me at YN in Manhattan, NY. Her debut record, East Side Story, was nominated for the 2007 Best Contemporary R&B Album, but she was dropped by her label the following year. Having just released the deluxe edition of her second full-length, The Switch, King discusses navigating the music business, the main difficulty she has when writing songs for someone else, and why it's important for her to keep performing in spite of the troubling times we're living in. emilykingmusic.com drypaintsigns.com
2016-11-1516 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 47: George ClintonFunk icon George Clinton has a beer with me directly following his concert with Parliament-Funkadelic at Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas. Clinton gives an overview of his six decades in the music business, from his early days of auditioning for Motown to his current struggles in attempting to regain the copyrights to many of his classic works. He explains why the hard-rocking Funkadelic has taken the forefront in recent years, and how having his grandchildren in the band has influenced their latest record, First Ya Gotta Shake the Gate. georgeclinton.com drypaintsigns.com
2016-07-2324 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 46: Pop EtcPop Etc's Chris Chu and I go on a Cobble Hill bar crawl, stopping for drinks at the Long Island Bar and Henry Public. Chu reveals how seeing Elliott Smith in concert made him realize that an artist's success isn't necessarily tied to their own happiness. Instead, Chris' hope is that people will listen to Pop Etc and bond their personal experiences to it, which is why the band's latest album is called Souvenir. With a tune in the final scene of the final Twilight movie and couples asking him to use his songs for their weddings, he's getting his...
2016-07-121h 15Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 45: LissieLissie chats with me over a drink in the backyard of Muldoon's Irish Pub in Midtown Manhattan. Originally hailing from Rock Island, IL, she explains how she received an early confidence boost from G. Love, which inspired her to move out to California to pursue her music career. She recently bought a farm in Iowa, but her latest album, My Wild West, focuses on her times back in the Golden State. Lisse reveals that she views songwriting as a form of therapy, and how this LP represents a shift away from her typical song fodder, romantic relationships. li...
2016-06-1743 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 44: CheerleaderAll five members of Philadelphia's haze-pop band Cheerleader have a drink with me in the basement of Mercury Lounge in Manhattan before they go onstage. They explain why playing the late show feels like a graduation of sorts, and how radio has been quite beneficial to them even in today's streaming industry. The guys tell me why it's okay to listen year-round to their summery debut LP, The Sunshine of Your Youth, and share their feelings on the record a year after its release. cheerleadersounds.com drypaintsigns.com
2016-06-0943 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 43: Brian BonzBrian Bonz has an IPA with me in the downstairs bar at Bowery Ballroom before opening for Nightmare of You. Bonz explains how being an opener provides him with a priceless connection to new fans, which proved especially helpful when it came to crowd-funding his latest LP, Misophonia. Although the title refers to a hatred of certain sounds, Brian reveals why he didn't mind the intrusion of construction noises during the recording process. brianbonz.com drypaintsigns.com
2016-06-0140 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 42: Findlay BrownGrowing up in Yorkshire, England, Findlay Brown played Army games in the woods with his friends. Once he'd reached his teenage years, he had his enlistment papers ready to go, but a chance encounter with LSD and a copy of Electric Ladyland changed his life forever. Over a beer in the backyard of Troost in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, Brown tells this story and how other major events have inspired his three albums. He explains how his most recent record, Slow Light, came to be as a result of his forays into minimalism and shamanic ceremonies.
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2015-11-0649 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 41: Rayland BaxterWhilst sipping a tequila at a sidewalk table at Epstein's in New York's Lower East Side, Rayland Baxter demonstrates how to write poetic lyrics that are open to interpretation, a trick that his father learned from playing with Bob Dylan. Baxter's sophomore album, Imaginary Man, is full of such lyrics, and he explains how his questions about human existence inspired many of the LP's tracks.
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2015-10-0132 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 40: Hey AnnaErin Rauch-Sasseen, her twin sisters Katie and Anna, and friends Matthew Langner and Jamie DiTringo make up the NJ/NY indie pop group Hey Anna. Erin has a drink with me at Oak & Iron in Greenpoint, Brooklyn to discuss how the band built its Japanese fanbase, where they meet to practice, and why they crowdfunded their debut LP, Run Koko. Rauch-Sasseen also explains the importance of music videos and makes her case for a Hey Anna West Coast tour. heyannamusic.com drypaintsigns.com
2015-09-151h 03Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 39: OrgoneSergio Rios and Adryon de León of L.A. funk band Orgone have some drinks with me in the spacious green room of Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas. Rios traces the group's origins on the Venice Beach boardwalk, explains what it takes to be in the Orgone family, and reveals how they came to find de León on YouTube. Adryon discusses her first performance with the band and why it took a little liquid courage to record a certain cover for their 8th album, Beyond the Sun.
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2015-08-1031 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 38: Gill LandryGill Landry has a beer with me while he eats his pre-show pizza at Benson's in NYC's Lower East Side. After serving years as a sideman in Old Crow Medicine Show, Landry decided it was time to fully pursue his solo career with his self-titled third LP. Gill talks about his goal to make the album for fewer than $5000, how spending his 20s in New Orleans affected his songwriting, and his contributions to the touring documentary, Austin to Boston.
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2015-07-2849 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 37: Dave MonksDave Monks and I have some non-Canadian brews at Sugarburg in Brooklyn, NY. Known by many as the bassist and singer of Tokyo Police Club, Monks explains how a move to NYC inspired him to write the songs for his first solo EP, All Signs Point to Yes. Dave also reveals the differences in recording TPC's Champ and Forcefield albums, and teaches me the correct pronunciation of Toronto.
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2015-07-0337 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 36: Young BuffaloYoung Buffalo's Jim Barrett and Ben Yarbrough have some drinks with me in the backyard of One Mile House before their show at Bowery Ballroom. Barrett started Young Buffalo in high school as a senior project, which he actually failed. If only his teacher could see him now, the band having finally released their debut album, House, after several lineup and label changes. Jim and Ben share what it was like growing up in the college town of Oxford, MS and what the band listens to in the van.
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2015-06-1341 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 35: Robert EllisRobert Ellis joins me for a beer at Cheese Grille before a show next door at NYC's Rockwood Music Hall. Robert explains why he dropped out of high school to play music in Houston, and how that city's variety of music styles influenced him. Ellis also reveals how playing Katy Perry songs at weddings helps him as a performer, what it's like collaborating via text message, and the story behind Traveller, his latest side project with Jonny Fritz and Cory Chisel.
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2015-05-2633 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 34: Ryan MontbleauRyan Montbleau joins me for milkshakes on the sidewalk at Jimmy's Diner in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Ryan tells his story, from coming up as a musician in Boston to recording his most recent solo record in New Orleans with greats like George Porter, Jr. and Ivan Neville. In 2013, after a decade of performing with the Ryan Montbleau Band, two of his bandmates announced they would be leaving to focus on their families. Before they parted ways, everyone traveled to NOLA to record Growing Light, the band's fifth album (and Ryan's ninth). Montbleau also discusses his recent move to Brooklyn and the p...
2015-04-2042 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 33: Frances ConeWhile sipping a cocktail at the Richardson in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Christina Cone tells me that she always knew she would move to New York City post-graduation. Since she made that decision, she's been able to make the city into her own little world, teaching piano lessons by day, and performing with her indie pop group, Frances Cone, at night. Cone explains how boredom can fuel creativity, what it's like to date a band member, and why their self-titled EP was all about death.
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2015-04-1858 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 32: Jenny Owen Youngs
Jenny Owen Youngs and I hit it off over local craft beers at Threes Brewing in Brooklyn. Having built a loyal fanbase by touring with punk rockers and performing online concerts in her apartment, Youngs explains why she used PledgeMusic to offer her fans an exclusive preorder of her latest EP, Slack Tide. Jenny also details how she has drawn inspiration from books, The X-Files, and in the case of her ongoing song series, Exhibit, regular visits to her favorite museums.
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2015-03-171h 33Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 31: HowardHoward Feibusch was supposed to go to medical school. Over a beer at Greenpoint's Brouwerij Lane, Howard divulges why he chose a career in music instead, fronting a Brooklyn alternative rock trio that shares his first name. The band recently released their debut LP, Religion, which touches upon Howard's Orthodox Jewish upbringing. He explains why he's grateful to have something to rebel against and what it was like hearing rock music for the first time.
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2015-03-0439 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 30: CymbalsJack Cleverly of the UK band Cymbals sits down with me in the bustling backyard of Crown Victoria in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Jack tells why he sings some songs in French, despite the fact that none of his bandmates speak the language. He also talks about recording their EP, Sideways Sometimes, on a boat, and how his wife has influenced his music.
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2015-02-2127 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 29: CookiesBen Sterling of New York pop band, Cookies, joins me for a drink beside the pinball machines of Park Slope's Owl Farm. Having started recording in 2009, the final year of his time in Mobius Band, Sterling tells why it took until this year for Cookies' debut LP, Music for Touching, to come out, amidst a changing music industry and a changing New York City.
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2014-12-1242 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 28: Fancy ColorsZac Colwell and Dave Heilman of Fancy Colors meet me in the Lower East Side at Whynot Coffee & Wine for some glasses of the latter. The duo formed while both members were in indie rock outfit Jupiter One, when it became apparent that Zac was writing too many songs for one band to keep up with. Since 2012, Fancy Colors have released an EP and two albums, including this summer's Island of the Dead. Colwell and Heilman often perform with artists as diverse as Of Montreal, Sondre Lerche, and Nicole Atkins, and they reflect on how playing with different musicians inf...
2014-12-051h 05Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 27: The Majorleans & "Bassy" Bob BrockmannThe Majorleans' Nicky Francis and Chris Buckle knock back some bottles with me at Mission Sound in Brooklyn, NY during the making of their album, Black Belt. Mission is actually the fourth studio they've cut the tracks in, with the recording process ranging from a dangerous Chinese church basement to Nicky's living room. While the guys both play guitar in the band, they explain why they wrote most of the LP's songs on drums and bass. Their Grammy-winning engineer and co-producer, "Bassy" Bob Brockmann, has worked with everyone from Bob Dylan to the Notorious B.I.G. He reveals what...
2014-11-201h 03Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 26: VacationerKenny Vasoli has a beer with me in the backyard of Brouwerij Lane in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. While you may know him from The Starting Line, Vasoli has been making "nu-hula" tunes with his band Vacationer since 2010. He describes how the group used audience reactions to their live set to inform the mood of their more-realized follow-up LP, Relief. He also explains how he got into Polynesian music, what it's like singing about a former love, and why he wouldn't mind being the new Jimmy Buffett.
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2014-11-1450 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 25: The English BeatDave Wakeling of the English Beat invites me onto the tour bus before a show at Brooklyn Bowl. With songs in films like Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Kingpin, and Clueless, Wakeling has seen his fanbase continue to grow long after the breakups of the Beat and General Public. Now those fans are even able to sing on For Crying Out Loud, the first English Beat album in over 30 years. Dave shares the stories behind a few of the new tunes and tries his hand at standup comedy.
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2014-10-1038 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 24: SpeakSpeak's Joey Delahoussaye and Nick Hurt join me for some witte beers in the front bar at Cameo Gallery in Williamsburg. For their sophomore LP, Pedals, the band took every aspect of the album into their own hands, from the writing to the mixing to the artwork. The guys discuss that lengthy process, their collaborations with RAC, and how they adapt their multi-layered sound to a live setting.
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2014-07-1044 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 23: Miniature TigersAll four members of Miniature Tigers sip on summer ales in Dumbo, Brooklyn, as they discuss their sunkissed fourth album, Cruel Runnings. The Tigers explain how they intended to create a classic record reminscent of their teens, and how recording the LP in Jamaica actually helped them to focus. With the quartet scattered across the country, they also offer advice on how to keep a long-distance band together.
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2014-06-2843 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 22: Jon ClearyJon Cleary left England long ago for New Orleans, and over the years, he has gained considerable acclaim as a sideman, solo artist, and bandleader of the Absolute Monster Gentlemen. Over breakfast at White Oak in Brookyn, NY, Cleary discusses the history of NOLA funk, the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, and the thrill of playing with a live band.
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2014-06-2053 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 21: Jeremy MessersmithMinneapolis singer-songwriter Jeremy Messersmith has a beer with me at One Mile House before his show at Bowery Ballroom. Messersmith explains how the phases of his life, from his Christian upbringing to majoring in computer science to becoming a college professor have all had a role in his craft. Jeremy also describes his demoing process and how his fourth record, Heart Murmurs, ended up with a much larger sound than his earlier albums.
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2014-06-1327 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 20: Maxïmo ParkPaul Smith of Maxïmo Park sips a soda at The Globe prior to the band's gig at Gramercy Theatre. He tells the tale of why he doesn't drink before a show, and how the group collaborated with Mordue Brewery to create a beer called Maxïmo No. 5 in honor of their fifth LP, Too Much Information. He discusses all aspects of the record, from self-production to mixing via Skype to the story behind the tongue-shaving artwork. Smith also reveals how the band came to choose the cover songs included on the deluxe edition of the album.
2014-06-0554 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 19: Mad CaddiesMad Caddies' trumpeter Keith Douglas drinks a few brews with me at the Whiskey Tavern in Chinatown to celebrate Dirty Rice, the band's first album in seven years. Keith reveals what they were doing on their break, and how recording in an old barn from their past helped to shape the sessions. A self-declared food lover, Douglas also shares some of his favorite things to eat on tour, as well as an eel-filled drinking story from Germany.
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2014-05-301h 07Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 18: BerlinTerri Nunn of Berlin has her first-ever pre-show drink before a gig at NYC's Cutting Room. She explains how punk music opened the door for the band's electronic pop sound in the late '70s. Despite a few battles over some suggestive content, Nunn attests to the power of MTV in its early years. Terri also reveals how a lucky encounter with Giorgio Moroder resulted in the international #1 hit "Take My Breath Away," and how a job as a radio host inspired her to incorporate EDM into the band's latest album, Animal.
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2014-05-2255 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 17: Hollis BrownHollis Brown is a current rock band that makes the kind of songs you would've heard at Woodstock. Singer/guitarist Mike Montali has a beer with me to celebrate the band's latest record, Hollis Brown Gets Loaded, a Velvet Underground tribute album released as part of Record Store Day. He discusses the recent changes in their lineup, a collaboration with rapper DMC, and how a Salvador Dali painting inspired him to write lyrics in Spanish.
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2014-05-1559 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 16: The RevivalistsEd Williams, Michael Girardot, and Andrew Campanelli of the Revivalists throw back some brews in their (parked) van on Wythe Avenue before a concert at Brooklyn Bowl. A renowned live act out of New Orleans, they just re-released their album City of Sound with a bonus disc of live cuts. They share their rules for selecting a cover song, their favorite food on tour, and how a gig at a craft beer festival landed them a trip to India.
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2014-05-0947 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 15: The White BuffaloJake Smith a.k.a. The White Buffalo pounds a beer with me in a backstage hallway at Irving Plaza in NYC. Known for his ferocious live shows, Smith could potentially tour for eternity on his latest LP, Shadows, Greys, & Evil Ways. A timeless concept album about the trials and tribulations of a young couple, it's been praised by fans and critics alike. Jake tells how the songs came together to fit the story, what it's like playing onstage with his son, and why alcohol often plays a role in his tunes.
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2014-05-0119 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 14: Jon LangfordAs a founding member of the Mekons, Jon Langford has been making music since the 1970s, so we had a lot to talk about in this two-beer chat at Halyards in Brooklyn. He covers his entire history, from his childhood in Wales, to art school in Leeds, to his migration in the '90s to Chicago, where he formed the Waco Brothers. Now backed by his band, Skull Orchard, he's just released Here Be Monsters, his critically lauded sixth solo LP. Langford also explains how he came to design labels for Dogfish Head Brewery, and reveals the greatest gig he's...
2014-04-251h 16Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 13: SouliveAs the drummer of Soulive, Alan Evans has played several concerts over the years, but the biggest event is always the band's two-week Brooklyn Bowl residency known as Bowlive. Over a backstage beer during Bowlive 5, Evans gives a brief history of the tradition and shares his daily routine on a gig day. Alan explains what it's like to feed off the energy of the audience, his bandmates, and any number of special guests that frequently sit in with the band. He reveals it's this same energy that inspired the Alan Evans Trio to record their latest album, Woodstock Sessions Vol...
2014-04-1551 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 12: The World/Inferno Friendship SocietyThe World/Inferno Friendship Society's Jack Terricloth has a few drinks with me at Matt Torrey's in Williamsburg. He shares his thoughts on what makes a good bar and why he prefers to write songs about historical figures. Jack reflects on his first punk show, his time in Sticks & Stones, and the collaboration with Mitch Clem to create a comic book to accompany the band's latest EP.
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2014-04-0936 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 11: Gordon VoidwellGordon Voidwell sits down for a drink between DJ sets at Brooklyn Bowl. He explains why he classifies his music as "memory pop" and why fashion is important to him as a performer. Having just released his third mixtape, Bad Études, Gordon shares his thoughts on the current state of the music industry, as well as his picks for a dream producer.
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2014-03-3135 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 10: Chris Mills
Chris Mills and I sit down for "the best interview he's ever been a part of" in this funny, milkshake-fueled chat at Fort Greene's 67 Burger. Mills explains how teaching affirmed his idea of the power of a song, and how Kickstarter demonstrated that power firsthand with fans of his around the world. Some have even named their children after him! He talks about a few of the tunes on his latest LP, Alexandria, a full-band effort that can't easily be confined to a genre.
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2014-03-111h 18
Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 9: Chris Kasper
Philadelphia folk artist Chris Kasper has a pre-show drink with me at Little Town in NYC. On the road with the Wood Brothers, Chris takes a guess at why artists from Amos Lee to Tristan Prettyman choose to bring him along on tour. He details the entire process of his latest album,Bagabones, from workshopping tunes in a primitive cabin in upstate NY to the finishing touches that were funded via PledgeMusic. He also tells what makes a great cover song, and champions the healing power of music.
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2014-03-0642 minDry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 8: ALO (Animal Liberation Orchestra)Dan "Lebo" Lebowitz of ALO has a beer with me at the Wythe Hotel's Rooftop Bar in Brooklyn, NY. Having just played a show at Brooklyn Bowl with his latest side project Incidental Animals, he explains the nuances of performing with improvisational groups like Everyone Orchestra and Kimockowitz, as well as backing singer-songwriters like Brett Dennen and Jack Johnson. Lebo reveals how an interest in jazz led to his discovery of world music in college, and why it was important for ALO to establish their Hot Tub Club fan service.
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2014-02-0434 min
Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 7: SplashhSasha Carlson of the alternative shoegaze band Splashh joins me for some New York beers at the Gibson in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. In the midst of a two-night stand at the Brooklyn Bazaar, he explains how he's road-testing songs for the upcoming Splashh LP. A native of New Zealand and Australia, Carlson tells how crowds vary worldwide, and divulges his dream vacation.
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2014-01-2828 min
Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 6: Beat RadioBrian Sendrowitz a.k.a. Beat Radio joins me for happy hour at the Churchill in New York. A self-proclaimed "dad rocker," he explains that having a day job and a supportive family actually allows him the freedom to make the kind of music that he wants to make. He also discusses the difficulties of crowdfunding, what it was like being a music blogger's darling in the early days of blogging, and how he found inspiration in a certain Swedish pop star.
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2014-01-141h 15
Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 5: Johnathan Rice
Johnathan Rice and I get a sidewalk table at Bar Chevere before his concert at Mercury Lounge. He explains why Largo is his favorite venue, how he came up with the idea for his latest single's blood-drenched music video, and what it was like watching a movie with Lou Reed.
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2013-10-2825 min
Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 4: BleuBleu has a beer with me during his stop at the Bowery Electric on the PledgeMusic Tour. He reveals the source of his name, why he went electronic on his newest album, and what it's like at the Hanson compound.
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2013-10-0137 min
Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 3: EdelweissAll five members of Pennsylvanian indie rock band Edelweiss share a table with me at Sugar Cafe. They discuss their evolution from garage cover band to fidgety dark-wavers on their latest EP, Honduras. Each musician also reveals his dream act to open for.
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2013-09-2738 min
Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 2: Goldspot
Siddhartha Khosla of Goldspot invites me into the green room at Rockwood Music Hall in New York, NY. He reveals the backstory of his latest work, Aerogramme, which is his most personal album to date. Sidd recalls childhood memories from India, and he also explains why it was important for him to release a song from the album as a charity single.
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2013-09-1732 min
Dry Paint Signs Presents: The Next RoundEpisode 1: Broken Anchor
Austin Hartley-Leonard of the L.A.-based band, Broken Anchor, sits down for a chat at the Thompson LES Hotel Bar in New York, NY. He discusses his new album, Fresh Lemonade, and how he wrote some of the songs in his sleep. Austin also reveals how alcoholism was holding him back from creating his best tunes, and how he's adapting into a one-man band following the departure of his drummer.
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2013-09-0937 min