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Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with May Erlewine and Packy Lundholm and John BommaritoOne of most prolific, gifted, kind hearted, and gentle people you'll ever meet - oh and she has an angelic voice, May Erlewine joined me at Grove Studios to talk about her career and newest album 'What It Takes.' I've been wanting to put her in the spotlight pretty much since I started doing the podcast back in 2020. I feel like there is more we could have done to show the uninitiated the wonderful world of May, but I hope this glimpse gives you the spark to explore more.Songs written by May Erlewine:...2025-07-121h 04
The IndyCar Fan PodcastBommarito Automotive Group 500Send us a textKyle Kirkwood establishes himself as one of the top drivers in IndyCar with a huge win at World Wide Technology Raceway. Kirkwood gets his third win of the season..his first ever on an oval. The race has everything. A prime-time TV slot. Spectacular pre-race pyrotechnics. Incredible wheel to wheel action. A few different potential first-time winners. A dramatic crash. A fairy-tale like sunset. And a very close finish!!Tune-in, chill out, and enjoy.IndyCar is the best! 2025-06-201h 16Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Abigail Stauffer and John Bommarito15 years after her debut EP, Ann Arbor, MI area musician Abigail Stauffer has finally released her 4th full length record. Delayed by a pandemic and the distance her collaborator Dave Haughey (aka Dave the Cellist), the newest release doesn't fit neatly into a musical category, but rather is an extension of the genre bending folk on her previous releases. Abigail opens up in this conversation about her past and present for Acoustic Alternatives.Songs written by Abigail Stauffer, except where noted:Alone To Dream Pulling Teeth (co-written with Dave Haughey)Wanderer...2025-05-0556 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Hayley Reardon and John BommaritoBoston area singer/songwriter/storyteller/delightful human Hayley Reardon joined me for a conversation in Grove Studios on April 23, 2025. She's been on my radar for over a decade, but this was our first chance to meet and talk.Songs written by Hayley Reardon:Enough Is EverythingGood NewsBone DanceThe Little SadnessMore info on Hayley: https://www.hayleyreardon.com/More info on Acoustic Alternatives: https://johnmbommarito.wixsite.com/johnbommarito/acoustic-alternativesMore info on Grove Studios: https://grovestudios.space/2025-04-241h 03Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Fox & Bones and John BommaritoPortland, OR based duo Fox & Bones joined me and gave me a peek into their world. They also played a couple new songs (including one, as of the time of publishing this, unreleased).Meet Scott Gilmore and Sarah Vitort on this episode of Acoustic Alternatives.Songs written by Scott Gilmore and Sarah Vitort"Ain't Giving Up Tonight""Strange and Wonderous Place""Long Time Honey""The Borderline"More about Fox & Bones: https://foxandbones.com/More about all things Acoustic Alternatives, including how to support...2025-04-201h 00Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Noah Guthrie and John BommaritoIt's been a decade since I last visited with this gifted vocalist. He's certainly had some great experiences since we last spoke. His voice and songwriting have only gotten better. Let me introduce you to, if you don't already know him, Greer , South Carolina's Noah Guthrie.Including performances of:Root Down (written by Noah Guthrie, Joy Williams and Bobby Hamrick)Only Light I Need (written by Noah Guthrie, Adam Roth & Tim Bruns)Choose to Love You (written by Noah Guthrie)Follow Noah Guthrie: https://www.noahguthrie.com/...2025-04-1353 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Kyle Joe and John BommaritoKyle Joe has previously visited the podcast under the name Kyle Rasche of Chain of LakesKyle has been through some life changes and a name change since the last visit to Grove Studios. Learn more about what he's been up to and hear some music from his new release Take It Easy including the premiere of the extra verses for his song "Michigan Man"All songs written by Kyle Joe (Rasche)"Take It Easy""Line of Work""Knots""Michigan Man"See/Hear our previous...2025-03-231h 09Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Brian Vander Ark and John Bommarito (2025 Visit)Brian Vander Ark of The Verve Pipe made his second visit to Grove Studios on 2-16-25. A new Verve Pipe album is ready for release and a lot has happened in his life since we last visited in October of 2021. One of my favorite songwriters has done it again with another collection of songs that utilize words that paint vivid pictures. Join us for a chat and learn more about the man behind the songs and hear new music before it's released.All songs written by Brian Vander Ark and Channing Lee"...2025-02-161h 08Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with David Howley and John BommaritoI really enjoyed this conversation and was really disappointed with myself for not double checking both of my audio recording sources. The first 4 minutes of audio you hear are being captured from the microphone on my laptop as opposed to the direct source I expected to use. The backup audio from the mixer in front of me....well, I failed to launch it at the beginning of the session, so it kicks in around the 4 minute mark. He said so many great things in the first 4 minutes that I am kicking myself.But I think this conversation...2025-02-151h 24Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Mindy Smith and John BommaritoThis singer songwriter originally from Long Island, NY first got attention with her cover of Dolly Parton's "Jolene." Dolly herself appeared in the video and performed the song on television with her a few times. Her debut single "Come To Jesus" is a beauty of a song and a 10 on the John Bommarito 1-10 scale.Mindy stopped by Grove Studios in Ypsilanti on a night off to talk a bit about life and play a couple of songs from her great new album "Quiet Town"Songs performed include:"Jericho" (written by Mindy Smith...2025-02-0146 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Kanin Wren and John BommaritoAnother emerging artist from the rich Michigan music scene is my guest on this episode of Acoustic Alternatives. 18 year old Kanin Wren has already captivated large audiences as a tribute artist. Now she's ready to start releasing more of her original music. It's good. It's really good. Meet Kanin Wren from Dewitt, MI on this episode of Acoustic Alternatives.Songs include:Hell or Minnesota (written by Aron Rosing)Could've Been (written by Kanin Wren)I Was There (cowritten by Lauren Veil and Kanin Wren)Cry Baby (written by Kanin...2024-10-1054 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Steven Page and John BommaritoSteven Page is not just another great guest to me. He sings on one of my top 15 albums of all time, Gordon. He's a multiple Juno award winner and Grammy nominee with his former band Barenaked Ladies. As part of that group he's sold over 15 million albums and singles and is in the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. There is so much more I could have talked about with this gifted singer and songwriter. So many awesome experiences he's had that I didn't have time to ask about (opening for The Who for example), but I think...2024-10-091h 15The IndyCar Fan PodcastBommarito Automotive Group 500Send us a textThe NTT IndyCar Series returns to World Wide Technology Raceway just outside of St. Louis, and puts on an instant classic of a race!High speeds, multiple strategies, tons of passing, crashes, controversies....you name it.Michael and John were there in person, have reviewed the TV coverage, they've busted out the lap charts and have done their best to piece together the details.Give it a listen...and send us some feedback!!2024-08-231h 02Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Jen Cass of The Lucky Nows and John BommaritoJen Cass grew up in the Metro Detroit area and now calls Flushing, MI home. After three successful solo albums, she started a new project with her husband Eric Janetsky called The Lucky Nows. Their excellent second album is due out in June of 2024. Jen talks about her life and plays three emotionally charged songs from the new album and one from their first.All songs written by Jen Cass (except where noted):Broken Homes and Hearts of GoldSyracuseThe Lesson (Jen Cass, Michael Robertson, Eric Janetsky, Jack Redmond Barnes)2024-05-261h 20Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Dan Navarro and John BommaritoIt's been a long and varied journey for Dan Navarro. From co-writing one of the biggest hits of the 80s, to voice acting, to touring and releasing a plethora of material as part of Lowen and Navarro. If you only know his music, get ready to learn more about some of the other things he's been part of and is also known for. If you don't know him at all, get ready to hear what you've been missing.Songs written by Dan Navarro:"She Dreams In Music""Better Man""...2024-05-101h 17Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Jo Serrapere (#2) and John BommaritoDearborn, MI's Jo Serrapere's first visit to the podcast happened as part of a live show at Trinity House in Livonia, MI in April of 2022. I encourage you to go back and listen to that one to learn more about this Michigan treasure.Jo is ambitiously releasing two albums at once this Spring and the second chat was based around celebrating that. Hear acoustic versions of some of the songs before they are released into the wild.All songs written by Jo Serrapere:"In the Arms of Angels""This American Dream"2024-03-3051 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Kyran Daniel and John BommaritoHere is the audio only visit with Australian born guitarist extraordinaire, Kyran Daniel. You may want to watch the video too in order to enjoy his guitar playing with your eyes. Tommy Emmanuel thought he was good enough to take him on tour when Kyran was just a teenager, so you know you are dealing with someone very talented, even if you haven't heard him before.Learn more about him and how to support him here: https://www.kyrandaniel.comAll songs written by Kyran Daniel"Pensieri" "Sangria""Like t...2024-03-2634 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Mike Vial and John BommaritoMike Vial is an Ann Arbor based singer/songwriter, teacher, father, and husband who is doing a 20 year celebration of playing gigs, teaching books, and ranting rants at The Ark in Ann Abor on May 23, 2024, opening for a mutual favorite (and previous podcast guest), Ari Hest. Vial is prepping a new release due out soon and he plays a couple of new ones and a couple of old ones and we both have a strong reaction to his third performance. Don't miss it.Songs written by Mike VialFree To Dream...2024-03-061h 19Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Peter Madcat Ruth and John BommaritoHarmonica legend, Grammy winner, blues, folk, world music and rock musician not to mention all around beloved member of the Ann Arbor music scene, Peter Madcat Ruth joins me to celebrate 3/4 of a century of life and a life mostly spent playing music.His 75th birthday celebration takes place at The Ark in Ann Arbor on April 2, 2024.Songs includeJaw Harp Improvisation (Ruth)Pocket Full of Soul (Ruth)Phonograph Blues (Robert Johnson)Walk Right In (Gus Cannon)Visit his website: https://www.petermadcatruth.com/ to...2024-02-201h 05Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Will Kimbrough and John BommaritoWill Kimbrough plays rock, stripped down folk, Americana, and Country. He is an in demand guitar player, producer and songwriter. Oh and an author working on a book of the stories of his life. You'll hear tales of his adventures and collaborations with Jimmy Buffet, Emmylou Harris, Rodney Crowell, Todd Snider, and a young R.E.M.My relationship with his music started in 1989 with a self titled record by his band Will and the Bushmen (which I recommend if you are a fan of Crowded House, find it HERE). One of my favorite songs of all...2024-01-211h 33Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with The Rebel Eves and John BommaritoBack in 2016 I discovered a young singer by the name of Katie Pederson. By 2018 I was pretty invested in singing her praises while she continued to put out great music on albums like The Landing and Limitless. On our last visit in a studio together on the Acoustic Alternatives podcast, you may have learned more about her. This time I was very happy to welcome her new project with her friends Jilian Linklater (who I had also first heard in 2016) and Grace Theisen. I got to see one of their first shows awhile ago and I knew immediately I...2023-11-251h 01Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Adam Plomaritas and John BommaritoI've been waiting years to present this episode. It's been ten years in between releases for Yspilanti, MI's, Adam Plomaritas. As soon as I started doing this podcast I told him "I want to do something when that next release is ready"It's been worth the wait. The EP, Old Time Love, is A+ excellent. It's got a full band and horns, unlike these stripped down performances, but you can hear the voice and the songs in all their glory from Adam's basement studio.Songs include:"All I Need Is You""...2023-11-221h 22Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Judy Banker and John BommaritoRaised in Manitowoc, WI, but now calling Ann Arbor, MI home, Judy Banker is set to release her fourth record, Bonafide, on November the 4th. Filled with deeply personal lyrics and backed by a great band, this new release, produced by her son Ben, is her best yet in my opinion.Learn more about the four sides of Judy (singer/songwriter, photographer, psychologist and non-profit founder) in this conversation that also includes performances of three new songs:"Taciturn Heart""Bonafide""After It Ends"all songs written by Judy Banker...2023-10-181h 05Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Jeff and Ben Daniels and John BommaritoJeff Daniels has done many things on screens and stages in his career. One of the things he has done that hasn't gotten as much attention as his roles in The Newsroom, To Kill a Mockingbird or Dumb and Dumber is playing music on stages and studios. He's been putting out albums since 2004 and, on many occasions when I was a DJ at WHFR in Dearborn, I've played his music on my radio program. Take your negative preconceptions about an actor picking up and guitar and singing and put them away. He's good. Damn good. ...2023-09-271h 16Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Goldpine and John BommaritoGoldpine is a Nashville based duo who I first heard this year at a festival. It was a cold day in June, but they performed their hearts out.Once you hear Kassie's voice, you'll instantly hear what brings me in. It's hers, but it's familiar. The songs are strong and the stories are really good. She and Ben have been married 14 years and live a good part of the year in their home on wheels. Like all good bands, they have a back story that's important to understanding their present. You might even hear some...2023-09-161h 11Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Ordinary Elephant and John BommaritoA extraordinary duo from the south comes north for the Acoustic Alternatives Podcast to preview songs from their forthcoming album and talk about their lives and career. Pete and Crystal Demore are Ordinary Elephant. Crowded around two condenser microphones at 9 p.m. at night is nothing new from this duo. It was a great experience for me and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. All songs written by Ordinary ElephantI Come FromRelic of the RainScars We KeepOnce Upon A...2023-09-071h 08Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with The Young Fables and John BommaritoThe Young Fables are a duo from Nashville recommended to me by their manger. Their manager happens to be the husband of one of my favorite artists (Liz Longley), so thank you Patryk Larney! He sent me their catalog for review and I felt like I had been missing out for years. All three records are super strong efforts. When Patryk gave me a sneak peak at a film about the writing of one of the songs included in our session, "Daddy's Girl", I knew I had to talk to them.The audio for the...2023-09-0455 minThe IndyCar Fan PodcastBommarito Automotive Group 500Send us a textThe IndyCar race from World Wide Technology Raceway turned into another lesson in racecraft from Scott Dixon. Dixon again proves that his fuel and tire saving skills are unequaled, and he wins his second race in a row by a whopping 22 seconds. Pato O'Ward and David Malukas drive incredible races to get onto the 2nd and 3rd steps of the podium. Listen in as the Indycar Fans discuss the details.2023-08-311h 07Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Iona Fyfe and John BommaritoMy first podcast guest from "across the pond" is the 25 year old Scottish singer Iona Fyfe. Drawing from the Celtic identity of her homeland, her beautiful voice helps paint imagery in your mind's eye of far off lands. She's quite an accomplished, intelligent and talented performer who is absolutely delightful to talk to.In 2021, she became the first singer to win the coveted title of Musician of the Year at the MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards. It was an absolute pleasure to spend an hour chatting with her.Songs include:Bonny Udny2023-08-161h 02Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Annie Bacon and John BommaritoAnnie Bacon is a current resident of Ann Arbor, MI, but she's lived on both side of the country before landing there. With 3 albums, 3 EPs and a single released since 2009, Annie is ready to take big leaps forward with two new albums and a book in the works as well as a musical that she cowrote with Kyle Rasche that could make its debut on stages next year if she's lucky.Hear her new single, a track from one of the forthcoming albums and two from her most recent album in this podcast recorded at...2023-08-091h 04Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Joanna Sterling and John BommaritoMichigan's Joanna (Ransdell) Sterling is in her third incarnation as a performer. Previously using her surname as well as fronting a band called Joanna and the Jaywalkers, Sterling has arrived with her strongest work to date. A new album called Queen of Wands.Working with Ypsilanti, MI's Chris DuPont on the recording and production side, this release is a collection of open and honest songs that are sure to grow her audience and reach. During the interview, you can hear how far away one of her songs has touched someone she's never met.Recorded at...2023-07-2257 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Frances Luke Accord and John BommaritoThis episode of Acoustic Alternatives features the "distance band" Frances Luke Accord. Though when they formed they both lived in Indiana, the currently live in different states. The harmonies are as beautiful as a Simon and Garfunkel record and the songwriting of Nicholas Gunty and Brian Powers matches that beauty.Learn more about this duo and hear songs from their latest album Safe In Sound.All songs written by:Nicholas Gunty and Brian Powers"Thank You, Derrick Watson""This Morning/All The Things""In My Life"2023-06-2246 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Drew De Four and John BommaritoBased in Ypsilanti, MI Drew De Four has been putting out original music since 2006 and playing in clubs and piano bars for a long time too. Recently Drew decided to pursue a new adventure and try his hand at producing a movie...about a group of piano bar singers. Shot in a vacant former piano bar in Pontiac, MI the film brings to life what it's like to work in a piano bar while following the stories of several characters at the bar. Unlike at most piano bars, this one features songs entirely from Drew's back catalog. Strangely, the...2023-06-171h 46Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Leah Marlene and John Bommarito"Eclectic indie singer/songwriter/producer Leah Marlene has been making music since she was big enough to hold a guitar. Taking third place on last year’s season of American Idol gave her career a boost, but she’s been working intently on her music, singing and songwriting for as long as she can remember. "Get to know Leah and hear a couple of as-of-yet unreleased songs during this visit to Acoustic Alternatives.All songs written by Leah Marlene"Flowers""Tomorrow""Flashes"More about Leahhttp...2023-05-2551 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Adam Labeaux and John BommaritoA fixture in the Michigan music scene, Adam Labeaux has been making music for over three decades. After living in Midland, MI and San Francisco, CA (to name a couple), Adam is based these days in Ann Arbor, MI and has called on other members of the Michigan music scene to help out on his fourth solo album, "Brave Face." The new album is due out June 3rd and in its fully produced form is equal parts ‘the sounds of today’ and ‘the classic sounds of the 70’s & 80’s pop.' You can get a preview of some of the songs...2023-05-1755 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Mike Ward Psychosongs and John BommaritoMike Ward is the Detroit based singer songwriter who differentiates himself from the other musically inclined Mike Ward's of the world by modifying his hockey nickname "psycho ward" into Mike Ward Psychosongs.Since retiring from the advertising world, he has concentrated heavily on his love of singing and songwriting. With four albums, a single and and EP in five short years, this Detroit Music Award nominee has established himself firmly in the Michigan music scene and he's coming for the rest of the Midwest. Find out more about Mike by enjoying this podcast.All songs...2023-04-251h 12Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Sam Robbins and John BommaritoSam Robbins grew up in New Hampshire, but, like many aspiring musicians, calls Nashville home these days. Influenced by the likes of James Taylor, Jackson Browne and Neil Young, Sam writes thought provoking lyrics with very skilled guitar playing. Not bad for a former drummer.You can learn more about Sam including his brief experiences with The Voice and American Idol by listening to this chat. The song that first caught my attention when I saw him in concert the first time is the one he plays first. I hope you'll stay for the entire chat.2023-04-081h 06Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Misty Lyn and John BommaritoMisty Lyn Bergeron has been a staple of the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti music scene since she released her first album, For the Dead, in 2009. She has since gone on to become an in demand photographer and even done a women-centric podcast. We discuss all of those things and more including the new album, Narrows, in this discussion. She even performs an as of yet unreleased song.All songs by Misty Lyn Bergeron"Hard To Hear""Grief is a Chorus""Smaller"https://www.mistylyn.com/Recorded at Grove...2023-03-281h 03Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Jackie Pappas and John BommaritoAnother mighty fine up and coming artist based in Michigan is my guest on this episode of Acoustic Alternatives. Jackie Pappas grew up on 28 acres and played in the woods of Ortonville, MI and her tunes reflect her outdoorsy personality. There's a lovely voice to accompany her charm. I see this as the beginning of a wonderful journey for a talented artist who is gigging pretty regularly.All songs written by Jackie PappasThe Extraordinary Flight of the DandelionTaste The StarsLetoThe Fall of the Jester2023-03-1054 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Stephen Kellogg and John BommaritoMy relationship with Stephen Kellogg's music goes back to 2005 and my first commercial radio job at a station in Ann Arbor that, at the time, was the most supportive station in the country of his band Stephen Kellogg and the Sixers. He's released record after record of high quality songwriting with great, passionate singing. You can learn a lot about Stephen though his lyrics, or his book, or his Tedx Talk, or even the feature documentary about him, "Last Man Standing." My hope was to help you learn more about him through conversation.All songs written by...2023-03-1041 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Steve Taylor and John BommaritoSteve Taylor from Lake Orion, MI is an accomplished singer songwriter who is currently up for a batch of Detroit Music Awards in the Americana and Country categories (though I debate with him about the country tag in the discussion). Dawson's Creek comes up as does his admiration for a previous guest on the program, Glen Phillips.This Berklee School of Music and Wayne State University grad is out there playing songs throughout Metro Detroit and beyond regularly and has been for a long time. He deserves your attention.All songs written by Steve Taylor:2023-03-071h 02Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Annie Capps and John BommaritoAnnie Capps has long been part of a duo with her talented husband Rod, but for her latest album, it needed to be all about the women in her life.Learn more about her newest project, How Can I Say?, and a bit of background on this internationally known singer songwriter from Chelsea, MI.Songs include:How Can I SayDirty Little SecretOnly SometimesWritten by Annie Capps.https://www.anniecapps.com/Recorded at Grove Studios in Ypsilanti, MIhttps...2023-03-0147 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Jess Merritt and John BommaritoRecorded on location at Jess's home in Ann Arbor on the piano she learned to play on as a child, this session will sound a bit different than the others because of how it was recorded (see the video if you want to understand). I must note, it only sounds as good as it does because of the incredible Chris DuPont (do yourself a favor and listen the other two podcasts I did with him) because he took the raw files, which didn't sound very good at all, and dressed them up and made them pretty.2023-02-0736 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Chris DuPont and Kylee Phillips and John BommaritoTwo of my favorite people, singers and musicians combine for one session featuring two songs by both artists. Return visitors to the podcast, Chris DuPont and Kylee Phillips recorded in the home of Chris DuPont to talk about the collaborations and show sharing they've been doing lately.Songs by Chris DuPont: Setting Fires Fragile Thingswritten by Chris DuPontSongs by Kylee Phillips Somedays FloatWritten by Kylee Phillips2023-02-011h 05Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Julianne Ankley and John BommaritoJulianne Ankley is a gem of the Michigan music scene who is more than ready for national attention. From the Port Huron area, Julianne is making some of the best modern country music these ears have heard. Myself not being a fan of modern country music, that says a lot! The voice, the songs, the stories, the charm. It's all there.All songs written by Julianne AnkleyThere's Still TimeThe Gospel TruthWhyMy Heart Always Years For YouRecorded at Grove Studios (https://grovestudios.space/)2023-01-281h 04Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with The Return of Rachael Davis and John BommaritoRachael Davis returns to Michigan from Nashville for her second visit with John Bommarito. This time she only brought her banjo.The focus of this conversation is her participation in the event at The Ark in Ann Arbor on Jan 27th, 2023. Banjofest (https://theark.org/event/friday-night-folk-banjofest-230127/)!Songs includeSweetwater SeaAngeline the BakerThe WindFeatherbedhttps://www.rachaeldavis.com/Recorded at Grove Studios in Ypsilanti, MI 12/30/22https://grovestudios.space/2022-12-3158 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Heywood Banks and John BommaritoHeywood Banks - Musician - Poet - Comedian - Cult Icon - just as it says on his web site. A performing musician (under his birth name Stuart Mitchell) since the 70's. A comedian since the 80's and a cult icon since he added a toaster to his act, Heywood has been making us laugh with good, clean comedy songs for a long time.A staple on the syndicated Bob & Tom radio show and a regular on morning shows (especially in the Metro Detroit area), it is my pleasure to welcome Heywood to the Grove...2022-12-111h 05Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with The Return of Jill Jack with John BommaritoJill Jack has won 50 Detroit Music Awards since starting her music career 30 years ago. On the eve of her 60th birthday, she has planned a special celebration of her career in music at The Ark in Ann Arbor (January 14th, 2023).Since our last visit nearly two years ago, Jill has faced a serious health issue. We talk about that and other things that Jill has planned. You'll also hear music including the song that got me choked up thinking that my friend might not have survived her health scare.All songs written by Jill Jack...2022-12-0754 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Glen Phillips and John BommaritoGlen Phillips has had two excellent careers. One as the lead singer in one of the most successful bands of the 90's, Toad the Wet Sprocket, and one as a solo artist (who happens to have many side projects like Mutual Admiration Society, Works Progress Administration, etc.).He's written and sang some of my all time favorites and it was my pleasure to visit with Glen and talk about his new album, "There is So Much Here"All songs written by Glen Phillips (https://glenphillips.com/)The Sound of DrinkingCenter...2022-11-271h 13Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Chuck Brodsky and John BommaritoChuck Brodsky is one of the best storytellers around. Though not a household name like Bob Dylan, he's every bit as good at embodying the characters in the songs he sings - and he often sings about real people. Probably best known for his two complete albums of baseball songs (and a third one on the way), Brodsky has released a new album in 2022 and, in my opinion, the most solid record of his lengthy career. We talk about life, music and baseball.Songs heard during this podcast from Grove Studios include:It Takes Two...2022-10-311h 17
Buying A Home? Don't Panic! with John LaformePart 2: Flipped Home First Time Buyer Ray Rodriguez Post Inspection Interview with Rick AlbertSend us a textI am joined again by 1st Time Flipped Home Buyer and Army Veteran Sergeant First Class Ramiro Rodriguez (Aka Ray), United States Army Retired. Hires Me To Inspect His 1st House! Ray invited his realtor Rick Albert to join us for his input about his home purchase and inspection process. This podcast episode is the Post Inspection Interview! Ray had some great questions in the Pre-Inspection interview which helped set some realistic expectations about what i might find in his flipped home built in 1966. Well, I inspected the house th...2022-10-251h 33Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Bob Mervak and John BommaritoBob Mervak is a Detroit area musician who has been both a sideman and a front man in his musical adventures. He has many stories to tell that include people like David Foster, Sara Bareilles, Dax Sheppard, Kristen Bell and George Clooney to name a few. That, and he plays and writes great original music. Recorded in his home studio in Southfield, MI.https://www.instagram.com/bobmervak/?hl=en2022-10-191h 28Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Rebecca Loebe and John BommaritoThere were problems with the audio because the SD card I recorded it to failed, so what you are hearing is the "cleaned up" audio from my iPhone. It's not ideal. If this is your first of my podcasts, don't judge it on this or Rebecca's talent. I strongly encourage you to check both of us out independently of this episode. The conversation and performances were too good not to share.Enjoy.https://rebeccaloebe.com/2022-10-091h 14Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Ari Hest and John BommaritoSinger Songwriter Ari Hest is my guest on the Acoustic Alternatives podcast. Audio and video for this special session recorded at Grove Studios in Ypsilanti debuts at 7:00 PM tonight.Ari is a grammy nominated singer/songwriter who began his career as an independent artist in 2001. He built a loyal following touring the college circuit extensively between 2000 and 2003, after which he released two albums on Columbia Records, Someone To Tell (2004) and The Break-In (2007) all the while touring both in the U.S. and abroad with artists such as Martin Sexton, Suzanne Vega, and Ani Difranco.You...2022-09-291h 08Buying A Home? Don't Panic! with John LaformeArmy Veteran Ray Rodriguez Hires Me To Inspect His Flipped House! (Pre Inspection Interview)Send us a text1st Time Home Buyer and Army Veteran Sergeant First Class Ramiro Rodriguez (Aka Ray), United States Army Retired. Hires Me To Inspect His 1st House! This podcast episode is the Pre Inspection Interview!I know Ray from the Jiu Jitsu academy https://www.subconsciousbjj.com/ in North Hollywood California. Check it out if you live in the area. Ray has been commenting on my youtube videos for several months and hinting that he was looking for a house for him and his wife.Well, he finally found a...2022-09-0556 minThe IndyCar Fan PodcastBommarito Automotive Group 500Send us a textThe Indycar Fans review the race from World Wide Technology Raceway outside of St. Louis run on Saturday Aug. 20th, 2022.The points battle tightens as Newgarden gets the win.2022-08-261h 04
Pit Pass IndyBommarito Automotive Group 500 Preview with Chris Blair, Kyle Kirkwood, John Bommarito and Larry FoytPIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY THE BOMMARITO AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 500 AT WORLD WIDE TECHNOLOGY RACEWAY – SEASON 2, EPISODE 33– Bommarito Automotive Group 500 Preview with Chris Blair, Kyle Kirkwood, John Bommarito and Larry FoytAugust 16, 2022It’s another action-packed episode of Pit Pass Indy Presented by the Bommarito Automotive Group 500 at World Wide Technology Raceway.Show host Bruce Martin has the latest heading into this weekend’s big race, the Bommarito Automotive Group 500. Guests include World Wide Technology Raceway Executive Vice President Chris Blair, AJ Foyt Racing driver Kyle Kirkwood, Bommarito Automotive Group President John Bommarito and AJ Foyt Racing Pr...2022-08-171h 25Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Willy Porter and John BommaritoGuitarist Willy Porter (https://willyporter.com/) is joined in the Grove Studios by Dave Adler (https://www.daveadler.com/) and Carmen Nickerson (http://carmennickerson.com/) for a session with John Bommarito.Willy plays songs from his forthcoming, as of yet, untitled album, chats about his lengthy career and highlights his band during the discussion.2022-08-021h 00Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with The Rough & Tumble and John BommaritoMusical duo The Rough & Tumble sing songs, share stories and laugh with John Bommarito on Acoustic Alternatives2022-07-061h 03Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with King Margo and John BommaritoThe duo King Margo stop by Acoustic Alternatives to play songs from their forthcoming album. Special guest Hollier joins in the fun.2022-07-0659 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Jesse Terry and John BommaritoJesse Terry joins John Bommarito for a chat at Grove Studios in Ypsilanti, MI and talks about his career. Jesse also plays four original songs from throughout his career.2022-06-301h 01Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Aspen Jacobsen and John BommaritoRecent graduate from the Interlochen Arts Academy and all-around talented musician Aspen Jacobsen plays new songs from her forthcoming album and chats about some of her young life experiences.2022-06-1455 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Kyle Rasche of Chain of Lakes and John BommaritoWest Michigan based singer/songwriter Kyle Rasche stopped by Acoustic Alternatives to chat about his new record Catch and play a couple of award winning songs.2022-06-141h 10Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Griffin House and John BommaritoGriffin House stopped at Grove Studios in Ypsilanti to discuss his career and "Stories For A Rainy Day." His newest album has a song that I am named dropped in. Of course my laptop decided this was the episode to have issues. You will hear replacement audio (courtesy of my iPhone) about 15 times where audio was missing from my recording. Time to get a new laptop!2022-05-0656 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Jonatha Brooke and John BommaritoI'm very excited that Jonatha Brooke was able to join me on Acoustic Alternatives. Her first album came out in 1991 as part of the duo, The Story. Since then she has put out many excellent releases including one that found her collaborating with Woody Guthrie by creating songs from unused lyrics from his archives.All songs written by Jonatha Brooke.https://jonathabrooke.com/2022-05-0555 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Jo Serrapere and John BommaritoRecorded at Trinity House in Livonia in front of a live audience as part of a benefit for the non-commercial radio station, WHFR.FM. John chats with Jo Serrapere from Dearborn, MI about her life and career. Jo performs: Wash You Clean, Stardust and Bromide, Loneliness, Life and All with special guests.2022-04-2250 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Chris Trapper and John BommaritoBoston based singer songwriter and all around great guy Chris Trapper is my guest on Acoustic Alternatives .This episode of Acoustic Alternatives from Grove Studios is brought to you by Zingerman's Greyline, A great space you can trust:https://www.zingermansgreyline.com/All songs written by Chris TrapperSponsorship information available by visiting wwww.johnbommarito.com2022-03-171h 06Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Steve Everett and John BommaritoMy guest this time is Nashville based singer songwriter Steve Everett. Steve plays tracks from his excellent album Little WIns and chats about his life. Brought to you by Zingerman's Greyline https://www.zingermansgreyline.com/2022-03-1059 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with The Accidentals and John BommaritoRecorded in part via Zoom and in part on their CD release tour, this session with The Accidentals is a long time coming.2021-11-151h 02Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Katie Pederson and John BommaritoFormer Ann Arbor now Nashville based singer songwriter Katie Pederson talks and sings for you and John Bommarito2021-11-1049 minAcoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Brian Vander Ark and John BommaritoHe's got a more impressive resume than just being the lead singer of The Verve Pipe. One of my favorite songwriters is my guest on this Acoustic Alternatives episode.2021-10-281h 15
Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with The Accidentals and John BommaritoThe very talented band, originally from Michigan, The Accidentals have released their best album yet, I speak to them about Vessel, after a bit of technical difficulties with the interview.2021-10-221h 01Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Seth Glier and John BommaritoUber talented and socially conscious singer songwriter Seth Glier joined me for an episode of Acoustic Altenratives.2021-09-231h 02Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Erin Zindle and the Ragbirds and John BommaritoThe first full band since the podcast started. Distinctly non-acoustic, but a favorite from the Ann Arbor/Ypsi music scene.2021-09-081h 01The IndyCar Fan PodcastBommarito Automotive Group 500Send us a textThe podcast hosts review the recent race from World Wide Technology Raceway run on Saturday night August 21st2021-08-261h 19Acoustic AlternativesAcoustic Alternatives with Kim Richey and John BommaritoWell loved Singer Songwriter Kim Richey stops by Grove Studios to chat about her life and career and play 4 songs.2021-08-2155 min
Fast Cars Fast GirlsS5E15 - An Interview with John Bommarito and Chuck Wallis (Bommarito 500 Preview)As we gear up for the Bommarito 500 we got an opportunity to interview John Bommarito and Chuck Wallis about the upcoming race. We cover what got them involved, what has them staying (for another five years at least!), and what they're most excited about for the upcoming race. The Bommarito 500 is an amazing race weekend and after our interview it's easy to see why! Check out Bommarito automotive group at www.bommaritoautomotivegroup.com and on twitter @BommaritoAuto and @Bommarito500
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