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If you need an escape? then ride right into Jonny and Ericka’s totally frivolous, semi problematic watch along of Victoria's Secret comeback Fashion Show 2024! We are reading an...2024-11-082h 02
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep 93 with Scott DresdenScott Dresden is the newest guitar player for the Edgar Wilbury band. He is also a big fan of the Grateful Dead and other Jam Bands. Check out our conversation and Scott's awesome renditions of Jerry Garcia's "Run for the Roses" and The Grateful Dead's "Eyes of the World."
And who knows, you might hear Scott and I doing a different show featuring improvisational rock.
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GAY AFJake Gyllenhaal's Extreme Muscle Makeover! Olympic Star's Boyfriend's Secret Only Fans Alter Ego! Diddy's Goin Down! Brandt's Boys Gay Porn Breakup! & MORE!Jonny's got the tea and you should be ready to sip! He gets into Jake Gylenhaal's delightful new "Roadhouse" muscle body and the related gay blind items about him! Wonders which Olympic Athlete has a new boyfriend with a secret Only Fans? Likes Lucas Gage again after he calls his marriage to Chris Appleton "a manic episode", gives the deets on Diddy's sinking ship and FBI raids and spills the T on the breakup of the gay porn family of "Brandt's Boys"
Support Jonny and get up to 3x new podcasts a week (plus 100's of archive...2024-03-2849 minJonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 92 with Nathan GrahamNathan Graham is a singer songwriter out of Chicago, Illinois. He cut his chops playing the blues at the clubs around Chicago and gained a reputation as a backup blues guitarist and session musician. In October 2023 he released his debut album called Saint of Second Chances. A cool mix of soul, americana, and blues, the album tells his story. Check him out on December 31 at the Acorn Theater where he will be opening for Shemekia Copeland.
2023-12-2059 minJonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 91 with members of the ErlyThe Erly is a Niles, Michigan based "modern disco" band consisting of drummer Fran Gleason, Bassist Collin Mattiford, Guitarist Trevor McDonald, and keyboardist Alyssa Serviss. Their new album, "Culture Fever," comes out on November 3 2023. Don't miss their album release party at the Acorn Theater on November 3.
2023-10-181h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 90 with Jon Goldfine and Ben Wright from Henhouse ProwlersJon Goldfine and Ben Wright are the founders of the Chicago based Bluegrass band, The Henhouse Prowlers. Last week they issued their 10th album, "Iron and Lead." On top of that, for the last 10 years, they have acted as Bluegrass Ambassadors through the US State Department and otherwise bringing American culture to distant parts of the world. They have also taken those presentation skills and created a non-profit that brings music programs to schools around the country. Make sure to check them out at the Acorn Theater on October 27.
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CindePodcastSecret Base CinemaJonny is joined by Cincinnati film programmers, film aficionados, and founders of "Secret Base Cinema," Andy Simpson and Ian Schiefer (6:30). Jonny, Andy, and Ian, delve into the origins of Secret Base Cinema, what makes a Secret Base Cinema screening unique (16:50), the art of film curation (23:00), and more! 2023-09-1846 minJonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 89 with Ethan Adelsman, Mason Jiller, and Graham Nelson from BowmanvilleBowmanville is a Jazz band based out of Chicago with with a Hot club jazz from 1930's Paris style. It was a pleasure talking with Ethan, Mason, and Graham. Check out their show on August 18 at the Acorn.
2023-08-091h 01Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 88 with Adrienne White and Luke Andresen from The CollectiveLuke and Adrienne are the owners of the Collective Yoga studio and Rebel Cafe in Benton Harbor. Aside from their regular awesome offerings, the are excited to share their big event, Karma Yogafest. The two day event features a farm to table meal, The Resiliency Project, Kundalini, 108 Sun Salutes, Khirtan, a light ceremony, and other events. More information is at Karmayogafest.org. Check it out!
2023-07-261h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 87 with Jim Bilger from Trouble AheadJim Bilger's knowledge of Grateful Dead lore runs deep. So, it is no surprise that he has gathered outstanding musicians around him to create a Dead cover band that is mindful about the Grateful Dead's roots when performing. Trouble Ahead has only been around for about 6 years, but they know their Grateful Dead music and pride themselves on their improvisational skills. Check out their show at the Acorn Theater in Three Oaks on August 4.
2023-06-071h 01Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 86 with Naomi Ashley and Ralph Baumel from The Real Pretenders and the Naomi Ashley BandNaomi Ashley got her start in music after moving to Chicago and working in Comedy Improv. Initially, her songs were part of the joke and then she got serious in her writing. She gave up improv and began playing folk/country music in the early 2000s and since then has issued at least two albums and is getting ready to go into the studio to make another. In 2018, Ralph Baumel saw her perform a Pretenders song on stage and something clicked. They formed the Real Pretenders and have been delighting audiences since. Check them out at the Acorn Theater on Ma...2023-05-171h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 85 with Jim Peterik from The Ides of MarchJim Peterik is a true legend. He formed the Ides of March in 1964 at the age of 14 while attending high school in the western suburbs of Chicago. They had their first big hit when he turned 16 and then in 1970, their song "Vehicle" hit number 2 on the Billboard chart. This lead to him opening for some of the huge bands of the time, including Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, The Grateful Dead, The Allman Brothers, and Led Zeppelin. In 1973, The Ides of March took a hiatus and he formed the band Survivor. In 1990, he returned to his roots with the Ides of Ma...2023-04-1957 minJonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 84 with Brian McClureBrian McClure is the Irish music expert around Harbor Country. He learned to play the violin as a kid and played in the school orchestra, but it wasn't until a local bar asked him to play Irish songs that he dug back into his past, taught himself irish songs, and began playing. Since he moved to the area approximately 3 years ago, he has made music his full time gig. Look for him on most weekends playing at the bars, breweries, and wineries around harbor country.
2023-02-011h 02Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 83 with Kofi BakerKofi Baker is on a mission. Some musicians are happy to play other's music as a tribute to the original musician. Kofi has worked most of his life to hone his drumming skills to honor the legacy of his father, Ginger Baker. From the early age of 3 when his father first began teaching him to drum to the present where he has brought together outstanding musicians to carry on the legacy of his father's music, Kofi worked hard to learn everything his father could teach him and is taking it to the next level. It wasn't an easy path, but...2023-01-251h 02Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 82 with Ron Spears and Dino JacksonWhat a pleasure to have my old friend Ron Spears on the show with the awesome and talented Dino Jackson. Ron and Dino recently formed a duo (as yet unnamed) to play blues standards. We were fortunate enough to hear them play "Freight Train" and "How Long Blues." Don't miss their appearance at the Acorn Open Mic on January 13.
2023-01-111h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 81 with Brian BarberVery happy to have my old friend Brian Barber back on the show. Got to hear his newest song, "Hollow", which he is planning to release in February with an EP of other songs. Look for it on Spotify, Apple Music, Bandcamp, or wherever else you get your music.
2022-12-281h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 80 with Wayne Gillon from SkirtMatthew "Wayne" Gillon is the multi instrumentalist drummer from the band Skirt with musical influences ranging from Hip Hop to Reggae. He played for years with local band, Midwest Hype, and then moved to San Diego, CA where he honed his guitar skills only to decide that what he really wanted to do was be a drummer. After connecting with Nate and Kyla Webb at an open mic in Michigan City, they decided to form the band Skirt. Check them out at the Acorn Theater on New Years when they open for the Edgar Wilbury Experience.
2022-12-211h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 79 with Kyla Webb from SkirtKyla Webb began her career as an actress where she was perpetually typecast in school plays as the "little sister" or "neighbor". She began to shine when she started doing variety shows where she could show off her witty writing and stage banter. She really hit her stride, however, when she formed her band Skirt with members of Midwest Hype and other friends who she met at the open mic at the Shoreline Brewery in Michigan City, IN. Her next step is to begin recording an album and taking her band to the next level. Don't miss her at the...2022-12-071h 01Jonny’s Secret StashJonnys Secret Stash - Ep 78 with Abbie ThomasAbbie Thomas has been playing music since she was a little kid, but it took the birth of her own child for her to realize that the corporate life was not for her and she should be playing music all the time. She has since released an album, an EP, and just released a single of White Christmas (just in time). Look out for her collaboration this spring with the Elkhart, Indiana symphony orchestra.
2022-12-021h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash Ep 77 with Buddy Pearson from Freak Johnson and BP3Buddy Pearson is a working jazz bass player from South Bend, Indiana. From funky to traditional, he gets opportunities to do it all. He has been playing as Freak Johnson and the Buddy Pearson 3. Check him out with Freak Johnson at Leroy's Hot stuff in December 16.
2022-11-101h 01Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 76 with Calvin ConwayAfter getting comfortable on the violin and guitar, Calvin Conway first learned to play blues harmonica when he worked at the House of Blues. He got the inspiration for his album, Dark House Deluxe, after taking a cross country train ride from Chicago through Austin to New Orleans. He has developed a musical style reminiscent of old time delta blues that is rare these days. Check out the interview and look for him playing at one of the local establishments in Harbor Country.
2022-11-021h 02Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 75 with St. Joe Jack (Jack Adams)Jack Adams (aka St. Joe Jack) is a local guitarist and singer songwriter. Raised on classic rock, he brings his bluegrass inspired tunes to people all over Southwest Michigan. Check it out!
2022-10-271h 01Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 74 with Bruce KatzBruce Katz has been playing some kind of keyboard since he was 5 years old. He is not only formally educated in music, having attended the Berklee College of Music and the New England Conservatory in Boston, but he has also had a lifetime of education playing jazz and the blues. The list of musicians that he has played with includes John Hammond, Big Mama Thornton, Delbert McClinton, and Ronnie Earl. He has also enjoyed a significant career playing with the Allman Brothers and different manifestations of that group, including Greg Allman, Butch Trucks, and Jaimoe, and Oteil Burbridge. Don't miss...2022-10-191h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 73 with Cam Mammina From Slim Gypsy Baggage and BonehawkCam Mammina has been playing guitar since he was about 8 years old and recording music since his teens. He is one of the founders of Slim Gypsy Baggage and a recent addition to Michigan based Bonehawk. When he is not selling real estate or playing music, he can be found taking care of business at his awesome new bar/food/music concept called Sideyard in Sawyer, MI.
2022-09-211h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 72 with Tim Vanderlin from Chester Brown and Stealin the FarmTim Vanderlin is a long term guitar player. Of the three bands he's played in during his life, he continues to play with two. Chester Brown was formed in the early 2000s when Tim was just learning the guitar. 20 years later, he joined Chester Brown guitarist Mike Knealand at his side project, Stealin the Farm. Now, Tim gets to play extended jams and create on the fly all the time.
When Tim is not actually performing, he is busy organizing Chester Brown's annual festival, Brown Town. On its 12th year, Brown Town features all the best local jam...2022-08-171h 02Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 71 with Scott HildebrandWhen Scott Hildebrand was visiting a friend in Berlin a few years ago, he got the itch to perform on a street corner (commonly referred to as "Busking"). He got the audience to sing along and throughout the song he heard a beautiful voice coming from the back. It was Lila. He invited her up to sing with him and the rest is history. Since then, the couple have travelled the world playing and recording their music; Scott won the Acorn Theater Singer songwriting competition in 2021 (they wouldn't let Lila into the country because of Covid restrictions); he began writ...2022-07-271h 01Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 70 with Jillian Speece and Nathanial Hoff of The BergamotJillian Speece and Nathanial Hoff are living their best lives. They tour around the country playing their heartfelt music with their band, "The Bergamot" and have the secondary effect of bringing people together. 6.5 years ago, they began filming a documentary called "State of the Unity". They finished the movie earlier this year and began their tour of the movie at various film festivals. It turns out that just getting accepted to present your film at a film festival is a huge achievement; they keep winning prizes. Check out our conversation and don't miss your opportunity to see their movie.
2022-07-131h 01Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep. 69 with John Ragusa from MuleboneJohn Ragusa is a multi-instrumentalist who plays various wind instruments (flute, mini trumpet, mouth harp) with singer, songwriter and guitarist, Hugh Pool. Together, they are the blue duo known as Mulebone. Check them out on July 9 at the Livery in Benton Harbor.
2022-07-0659 minJonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash- Ep 68 with Adam Conley, Dan Moore, and Marcus SafirtDan Moore from the Dan Moore Band started out as a drummer (and even travelled with a drum corps group after high school); Marcus Safirt from Stealin the Farm also joined Adam Conley and I. The Three of them had the chance to back up Jim Belushi a few weeks ago when Jim came to town to play some blues to some investors in a venture Jim is starting in Harbor Country. I was lucky enough to get to sit down with them to talk about their experience, their music, and the local music scene.
2022-06-291h 01Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 67 with Adam Conley and Howie WiesjahnGreat to have Adam back on the show. Howie is a drummer who has played with Tree and the Beer Hippies. Most recently, both of them provided back up to Jim Belushi for a blues set at a private gig in Buchanan.
2022-06-221h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 66 with Brian BarberBrian Barber is a musician and sound engineer. He's a little unusual in that he avoids live performances, but his music is no less creative. He has incorporated his love of sound engineering into his love of music composition and is creating music using advanced mixing tools. Check out the show and look out for his new creations coming your way.
2022-06-081h 02Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 65 with Rob Lemon and Randy RogersRob Lemon has been playing the drums for more than 40 years. This is Randy's 5th time on the show. They are back with Bone Naked and this is their debut. Glad to get a chance to talk with them and looking forward to their upcoming shows.
2022-06-0359 minJonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 64 with Kait RoseKait Rose is a singer/songwriter from Kalamazoo, Michigan. She has been singing, playing guitar, and recording music since high school. She is releasing her next album, "Balance", in August at an album release party at Bell's Brewery, but before that she is coming to the Acorn Theater and The Livery during the second week of July. Check out her music on Band Camp and don't miss her Harbor Country shows.
2022-05-251h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 63 with Johnny Iguana from The ClaudettesJohnny Iguana began playing classic piano at a young age. He gravitated to Punk Rock and then an uncle introduced him to the blues. He set an intention and suddenly found himself playing with Junior Wells and his band and then Otis Rush. Johnny's piano playing has been described as Punk/Blues; regardless of the genre, it is completely authentic and original. In 2013, he and drummer Michael Caskey released their first Claudettes Album, which was entirely instrumental. A few years later they welcomed Zach Verdoorn on bass six and Berit Ulseth on vocals and that is the magical combination they...2022-04-261h 03Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash -Ep 62 with Abe PartridgeAbe Partridge is a singer songwriter from Mobile, Alabama who has taken a different path to the music world. He was a fundamentalist preacher in Kentucky for 9 years and was inspired by Son House to find a new way to express himself. He began writing songs and painting pictures to release the negative feelings he had. After returning from the Air Force in the middle east, he entered a singer songwriting contest where, despite it being his first time performing in front of people, he made it to the finals. That led to a collaboration with a producer that resu...2022-04-201h 01Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 61 with Joe GeorgeJoe George is a singer songwriter from Chicago, but that does not even begin to tell the story. A graduate of the Berklee Colege of Music in Boston, he has played in punk bands, written scores for movies, toured all over the world, started the Red Room in Bucktown with his cousin, produces and writes with other musicians, and creates video content for Reverb's You tube channel. He is coming to the Acorn Theater on April 30 to release his newest album! Don't miss it!
2022-04-191h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 60 with Mike StruwinMike Struwin is a local singer songwriter who has been playing and writing songs since he was 13. He has been involved in bands such as Hammertoe and Steamboat, but is keeping it simple with his latest band called the Mike Struwin Band (which JSS interviewees Mike Nelson [Ep 8] and Matt Sypian [Ep 1]). Check him and the band out at the Livery on April 29 and also at the Acorn Theater on July 20.
2022-04-131h 02Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 59 with Rodney Mills, Scott Ovens, and Mike Balmes from the Resurrection Blues BandThe Resurrection Blues Band is a three piece band (can you say Power Trio) based out of Harbor Country. Rodney Mills on Guitar and Vocals, Scott Ovens on drums, and Mike Balmes on bass. Keeping the blues alive with their original tunes. Don't miss their show at the Acorn Theater on April 2 where they are opening for The Erly.
2022-03-2259 minJonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 58 with Beth BradfishBeth Bradfish is a sound artist, currently in the process of curating an installation at the Chicago Cultural Center. She began playing piano at the age of 7 and became quite accomplished; she studied music theory and piano through high school and into college. It was at that point that she pivoted and became a folk singer travelling around Europe during her sophomore year of college. She then took more than 20 years off of music while she pursued other interests and a career. Fast forward to 2013 when she went back to school for music theory, getting both a bachelor's degree and...2022-03-151h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 57 with Josh Shilling from Mountain HeartJosh Shilling is a songwriter, singer, and piano player. He began playing piano at a young age at the level where he got to play gigs before the age of ten. In 2007, he joined Mountain Heart (which had been around since 1998) and immediately found success. In his first few months, he played at the Grand Ole Opry and went on tour opening for Lynard Skynard. In between runs with Mountain Heart, he spends his time writing songs, doing session work, and collaborating with other musicians. Don't miss Mountain Heart's show at the Acorn Theater on April 10, 2022.
2022-03-091h 02Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 56 with Ron SpearsRon Spears has been playing guitar since he was 15. He took a little break after he got married and built his French Wine import business. In 2010, he got his old Martin repaired and began playing again with purpose. He now teaches guitar and practices 2-3 hours a day. He currently play jazz with as a duo and with a big band out of New Carlisle, IN. Welcome back to Ron (he was on episode 22).
2022-03-011h 01Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 55 with Robert Rolfe FeddersenRobert Rolfe Feddersen is the hardest working man in show business (to borrow a phrase). Lead guitarist and singer of the 90s hard rock band Loudmouth, he transitioned to solo work with his singer percussionist wife Teri Ann and they have not looked back. Together, they play 150 shows a year at breweries and wineries from Wisconsin to Michigan. They make every show a party and Bob is getting ready to release his 10th album of original music. He has written over a hundred songs, each one from the heart.
2022-02-091h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 54 with Tony D’Annunzio, the director of the Movie ”Louder Than Love: The Grande Ballroom Story”Tony D'Annunzio is the director and producer of the documentary movie, "Louder Than Love: The Grande Ballroom Story", which is being shown at the Acorn Theater on February 11, 2022. Open from 1966 to 1972, the Grande Ballroom was modeled after the Filmore West in San Francisco and featured musicians from MC5 and The Stooges to The Who and BB King.
2022-02-011h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny’s Secret Stash - Ep 53 with Jack DroppersJack Droppers is the lead guitarist and lead singer for the Grand Rapids, Michigan based Americana/Indie Rock band "Jack Droppers and The Best Intentions." Jack started out playing original punk rock music with his buddies in junior high until he was introduced to Bruce Springstein. He then found out that his Dad was a big fan of the Boss and he began gravitating towards music with a story. Fast forward to 2021, when Jack became a father and issued his third LP, "Dad Rock". Check them out!
2022-01-251h 01Jonny’s Secret StashJonny‘s Secret Stash - Ep 52 with Ann Campbell and Adrienne WhiteAnn Campbell and Adrienne White are sound healers, yoga teachers, and Reiki practitioners among other skills. In this episode, we discuss what happens in a soundbath, the instruments that are used and their sources, and the wonderful benefits that a soundbath can provide.
2021-12-211h 04Jonny’s Secret StashJonny‘s Secret Stash - Ep 51 with Bob Swan from Harbor Country OperaBob Swan was going to be a doctor, but couldn't imagine being stuck inside all day long. So instead he began an entertainment career where he started as a stage actor, then became a voice over artist, then became a movie actor (remember the assistant coach in Hoosiers?), which led him to a career in opera, which brought him to Harbor Country as a land developer. For the last 17 years, he and his group of professional opera singers have been performing Christmas songs at the Acorn Theater around the holidays. Don't miss their show "Christmas At The Acorn" on Dec...2021-12-151h 02Jonny’s Secret StashJonny‘s Secret Stash- Ep 50 with Jillian Speece and Nathaniel Hoff of the BergamotJillian and Nathaniel are a husband and wife duo who met during high school in South Bend, Indiana when their art teacher pushed them to write a song together to represent their school in a statewide competition (they finished in the top ten). They have been playing together around the country ever since. In 2016, they set out to document their upcoming 263 show tour and ended up with a documentary about unity. Check out their show at the Acorn Theater on December 10!
2021-12-071h 01Jonny’s Secret StashJonny‘s Secret Stash - Ep 49 with Miles NielsenMiles Nielsen is the lead singer, guitarist, and principle songwriter for his band Miles Nielsen and the Rusted Hearts, but also happens to be the son of Rick Nielsen from Cheap Trick. Miles talks about the joys of growing up and raising his family in his hometown of Rockford, Illinois, getting to meet his musical idols, and traveling with his Dad on the road when he was growing up. Check out Miles, his Dad, his brother, and his wife Kelly on the Acorn Stage on December 3 as they perform as "The Nielsen Trust."
2021-11-301h 08Jonny’s Secret StashJonny‘s Secret Stash - Ep 48 with Bill Bielby and Gene Halton of The NewportsBass player Bill Bielby and his friends formed a band called The Newports when they were in 8th grade in the south suburbs of Chicago. Fast forward to an open mic at the Acorn theater in 2014: Bill called up some of the old members of the band and his friend Jumpin' Gene Halton (on Harmonica) from South Bend and made a plan to play a few songs for old time sake. Thanks to an article by Larry Von Ebeler praising their work that evening, they decided to keep the music going. Since that fateful night, they have grown to a 9...2021-11-261h 01Jonny’s Secret StashJonny‘s Secret Stash - Ep 47 with Rodger Kelm and Kevin MansfieldRodger Kelm and Kevin Mansfield are the drummer and bass player respectively for The Red Deluxe Band, a local favorite that continues to evolve. Both were introduced to music as kids growing up in the 50 and 60s and played in bands in high school. While Rodger worked a day job and raised his family, Kevin lived in different parts of the country playing drums with various house bands. When The Red Deluxe Band re-formed in 1985 (as the Jackson Band), Kevin picked up a bass for the first time and has not looked back. 6 years later and The Red Deluxe Ban...2021-11-161h 02Jonny’s Secret StashJonny‘s Secret Stash - Ep. 46 wsg Zev RussZev Russ is a yet to be discovered guitar player from Austin, Texas (and also my nephew). He is the lead guitarist for the band, "Wolfman's Brother". In this episode, we talk about Zev's writing style, his compositions, his view of the music scene in Austin, and his plans for his band.
2021-11-0958 minJonny’s Secret StashJonny‘s Secret Stash Episode 45 with special guest Bryan LubeckBryan Lubeck is a Smooth Jazz guitarist and composer. He just released his album Midnight Sun in August 2021 which hit number 1 on Amazon's list of best sellers. He is also hosting the Open Mic at the Acorn on November 11. Don't miss it!
2021-11-021h 02Jonny’s Secret StashJonny‘s Secret Stash - Episode 44 WSGs Bradley Rogers and Randy RogersRandy and Bradley Rogers are members of the Bridgman, MI based Red Deluxe Band. The brothers have been playing music together since Bradley was 7 and Randy was 13 and we were fortunate enough to get them to play a couple of songs.
2021-10-201h 01Jonny’s Secret StashJonny‘s Secret Stash - Ep 43 WSG Benny PiazzaBenny Piazza (aka Benny Boomba) is a drummer, guitar player, music teacher, and pyrotechnics expert. He's the drummer for the Jack Whittle Trio, but loves playing with others. All those roles and he still has time to write his own songs. It was a pleasure getting to hang out with him and hear his original songs. Keep it up Benny!
2021-10-061h 03Jonny’s Secret StashJonny‘s Secret Stash - Episode 42 WSG Chuck ProphetChuck Prophet has been making music since he was 12 years old. Originally from Orange County, California, he got his start with the psychedelic/desert rock band Green on Red in the early 80s. In 1990, he put out his first solo album, Brother Aldo, and began making music with his wife Stephanie Finch. Chuck, Stephanie and his band the Mission Express are coming to the Acorn Theater in Three Oaks on October 28, 2021.
2021-10-0558 minJonny’s Secret StashJonny‘s Secret Stash - Episode 41 wsg Blake Vissing from Modern Vultures (and Co-host Adam Conley)Blake Vissing is the lead vocalist, guitar player, and primary songwriter for the Modern Vultures (a Southwest Michigan based band that also includes Adam Conley, Dustin Lowe, and Matt Sypian). In this interview, we discuss their new album, "Live(ry)71721" which was recorded live at the Livery in Benton Harbor, MI two months ago as well as their upcoming concept album.
2021-09-151h 03Jonny’s Secret StashJonny‘s Secret Stash - Episoe 40 WSG Randy RodgersRandy Rodgers has been playing in bands in Harbor Country since he was 14. He is presently the lead singer and rhythm guitar player for The Red Deluxe Band from Bridgeman, Michigan. He and co-host Adam Conley are also members of the band Bone Naked who are reuniting to play one more gig at a private party. Will Bone Naked play more shows? Check out our conversation.
2021-09-011h 01Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Episoe 39WSG Dan NavarroDan Navarro is a singer/songwriter, voice over artist, and board member of SAG-AFTRA, He played the first part of his career with his friend Eric Lowen in the band Lowen & Navarro. Dan is schedule to play at the Acorn Theater on August 27, 2021 in what is expected to be an unbelievable show.
2021-08-241h 00Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash Episode 38 with Special Guest Marcus Safirt (Co-Host Adam Conley)We are back after a pandemic induced hiatus (had to wait for Live Music to return). Marcus Safirt is the lead singer, and keyboard and organ player from Stealin' The Farm.
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Strength For AllEpisode 28 - The Secret To Fat Loss With Shane HubbardEpisode 28 - The Secret To Fat Loss With Shane Hubbard. In this episode, I speak to Shane Hubbard, and we uncover the TRUE secret to fat loss.
0:00 - Intro.
0:41 - The Jim Halpert of fitness.
2:05 - Forearm tattoos.
5:29 - Home gyms & cheating on your wife.
9:24 - The number one piece of home gym equipment.
10:07 - Why aren't you shredded?
14:01 - Taking personal control of your own results.
16:25 - What happens to a social media influencer's posts when they delete them?
19:29 - "College" and taking 5 years to get an associate's degree.
22:28 - How to make a professional marinade.
24:47 - The "other"...2021-01-2030 minJonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Episode 37 with Special Guest Bill Bielby from The NewportsEpisode 37 of Jonny's Secret Stash featuring Bill Bielby, bass player and founding member of the Newports. Bill and friends formed The Newports in 1961 while Bill was in 8th grade in the South Suburbs of Chicago. In 2014, after a long career in academia and sociology, Bill and friends "got the band back together" and have been kicking butt ever since (except for the pause created by the COVID-19 pandemic). Check them out at the Acorn Theater on July 3, 2020!
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Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 36 with Special Guest Chloe KimesEpisode 36 with Americana Singer/songwriter Chloe Kimes. Check out her show with the Way Down Wanderers on March 27. 2020 at the Acorn Theater in Three Oaks, MI. and her new single coming out on February 21.
2020-02-211h 00
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 35 with Special Guest Mark Mullins from BoneramaEpisode 35 with Mark Mullins from New Orleans based funk rock band Bonerama. Check them out at the Livery on February 21, 2020. Also, check out their latest single, "Empty World" with Michael McDonald; and their latest album, "Bonerama Plays Zeppelin". Fantastic!
2020-02-141h 00
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 34 wsg The River RatsEpisode 34 with special guests Meg Paulette, Travis Darnell, and Miguel Perez of Niles, Michigan based punk band the River Rats.
2020-02-071h 00
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 33 with Dan BeaverEpisode 33 with blues musician and actor Dan Beaver. Former member of the John Primer Blues Band, playing February 22 at Buddy Guy's Legends.
2020-01-241h 28
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 32 with Josh Keller from Who Hit JohnJosh Keller is the trumpet player from Who Hit John, a Kalamazoo, Michigan based band playing swing, bluegrass, and jug band type covers and original music. Check them out at Salt of the Earth Restaurant in Fennville, MI on January 12, 2020. They also do a monthly show at O'Duffy's Pub in Kalamazoo, MI.
2020-01-101h 02
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 31 wsg Brian Vander Ark from The Verve PipeEpisode 31 of Jonny's Secret Stash with Special Guest Brian Vander Ark from The Verve Pipe.
2020-01-031h 01
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Episode 30 wsg May ErlewineEpisode 30 of Jonny's Secret Stash with Singer/songwriter May Erlewine.
2019-12-211h 00
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 29 wsg Mr. BlottoEpisode 29 of Jonny's Secret Stash featuring Paul Bolger and Mark Hague from Mr. Blotto.
2019-12-141h 34
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 28 wsg The BergamotEpisode 28 of Jonny's Secret Stash with Jillian Speece and Nathaniel Paul Hoff of The Bergamot.
2019-12-131h 58
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 27 wsg Corey DennisonEpisode 27 of Jonny's Secret Stash with special guest Corey Dennison from Chicago Blues band the Corey Dennison Band.
2019-12-061h 01
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 26 wsg Daniel Daniel from Deep Fried Pickle ProjectEpisode 26 of Jonny's Secret Stash with Special Guest Daniel Daniel from the Deep Fried Pickle Project Jug Band.
2019-11-2256 min
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 25 with Special Guest Matt SmithEpisode 25 of Jonny's Secret Stash with Matt Smith, Bass player from Slim Gypsy Baggage. Check them out on November 27 at the Livery with the Sypian Family Band doing their tribute to David Bowie.
2019-11-011h 42
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 24 with Special Guest Mark FicksEpisode 24 with local musician, songwriter, and band leader Mark Ficks.
2019-10-251h 23
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 23 with Special Guest Elizabeth NutiJonny's Secret Stash Episode 23, with Special Guest Elizabeth Nuti from Skybird Yoga.
2019-10-161h 20
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 22 with Special Guest Ron SpearsEpisode 22 of Jonny's Secret Stash featuring our special guest Guitarist Ron Spears.
2019-10-121h 24
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash Episode 21 wsg Danny Dine from Sypian Family BandEpisode 21 with special guest Danny Dine. Danny is a singer, songwriter, and co-lead guitarist (and multi-instrumentalist) for the Sypian Family Band. Danny is also a teacher at the Citadel in Benton Harbor and was a guitarist with the Luna Madre Band.
2019-10-041h 45
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 20 with Special Guest Blake Vissing from Modern VulturesEpisode 20 of Jonny's Secret Stash with Blake Vissing guitar player, singer, and songwriter from Modern Vultures.
2019-09-271h 31
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash With Special Guest Iris Dement, ft. Jen Weil as Guest HostJonny's Secret Stash, Episode 19 with special guest Iris Dement. Don't miss her show at the Acorn on September 22. Special thanks to my special guest in the studio, Jen Weil who has self diagnosed Iris dementia.
2019-09-201h 02
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 18 with Special Guest Max LockwoodJonny's Secret Stash episode 18 featuring Max Lockwood, a guitar player, singer, and writer from Grand Rapids Michigan. Check out his newest album, "Max Lockwood".
2019-09-1355 min
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 17 wsg Patrick Conway from Stealin' the Farm.Episode 17 with our special guest Patrick Conway, Bassist from Stealin' The Farm.
2019-09-071h 24
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 16 with Special Guest, Carla CookeEpisode 16 with the incredible Carla Cooke (daughter of legendary Sam Cooke).
2019-09-0459 min
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 15 with Special Guests, The Backups(Merideth George, Leslie Sypian, and Morgan Ingle)This is Episode 15 of Jonny's Secret Stash with special guests, The Backups. The Backups is a local supergroup consisting of Morgan Ingle from Slim Gypsy Baggage, Leslie Sypian from the Sypian Family Band, and outstanding singer Merideth George. Check it out!
2019-08-231h 18
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny'sSecret Stash - Ep. 14 wsg Adam ConleyEpisode 14. Adam Conley, Guitarist from the Beer Hippies and Bone naked (and co-host of Jonny's Secret Stash) fresh from his Beer Hippies show at Cubby Bear in Chicago in the interview seat finally. Special thanks to our buddy Doug Miller (@dugsart) for the picture of Conley.
2019-08-1657 min
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 13 wsg Ed Russ, Dj Jah Karma from Austin, TXEpisode 13 of Jonny's Secret Stash with our special guest Austin, Texas based DJ Jah Karma (Ed Russ). Ed is from Chicago, made his way through San Francisco and settled in Austin about 20 years ago. He talks about his approximately 25 year experience playing global funky beats, opening for Reggae Artists, and the music scene in Austin. His son, guitarist Zev Russ, also talks about his influences, musical style and songwriting. Check it out.
2019-08-091h 42
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny'sSecret Stash - Ep. 12 wsgs Jared and Dominic Cortese from Warren DunesEpisode 12 of Jonny's Secret Stash, with Jared and Dominic Cortese from Seattle Based band, Warren Dunes.
2019-08-011h 03Jonny’s Secret StashJonny'sSecret Stash - Ep. 10 wsg Steev Murray and Bob FeddersenJonny's Secret Stash. Episode 10 wsgs Steev Murray and Bob Feddersen from Beerhippies and many other projects.
2019-07-201h 33
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 9 wsg David Black, Guitarist/Vocalist for AnchorsEpisode 9 with Special Guest David Black from Anchors.
2019-07-131h 41
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 8 wsg Mike Nelson, Bass Player for Sypian Family BandEpisode 8, wsg Mike Nelson bass player from the Sypian Family Band.
2019-07-051h 26
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Episode 7 wsg Doyle MartinEpisode 7, wsg Doyle Martin from Cloakroom.
2019-06-281h 20
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash Ep.6 wsg Justin BelcherEpisode 6 of Jonny's Secret Stash with Justin Belcher, drummer from Stealin' The Farm.
2019-06-2258 min
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep 5 wsg Dustin LoweEpisode 5 of Jonny's Secret Stash with Special Guest Dustin Lowe, Bass Player from The Andrew Fisher Quartet.
2019-06-141h 00
Jonny’s Secret StashWSG Marcus Safirt from Stealin' The FarmEpisode 3 of the Jonny's Secret Stash featuring Stealin' The Farm Bass Player, Marcus Safirt.
2019-05-311h 00
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Ep. 2 wsg Randy RogersJoin Jon Goldman and Adam Conley in Episode 2 of Jonny's Secret Stash as they welcome Red Deluxe Frontman Randy Rogers. Thanks to Harbor Country Hydroponics in New Buffalo, Michigan for underwriting the show!
2019-05-251h 00
Jonny’s Secret StashJonny's Secret Stash - Episode 1Welcome to our podcast. This is Episode One. Interview with Southwest Michigan Drummer, Matt Sypian of the Sypian Family Band.
Enjoy,
Jonny and Adam
2019-05-171h 00
Kipp KongE06 – Jonny Stark & Secret Tel AvivIt’s rare to find an English speaker in Israel who hasn’t heard of the Facebook group Secret Tel Aviv or the man behind it, Jonny Stark. Jonny joined me on Kipp Kong to talk about how he turned a group of a few friends into an over 107,000 member group and Tel Aviv’s online cultural … Continue reading "E06 – Jonny Stark & Secret Tel Aviv"2016-06-1756 min
Gayest Of All Time With Jonny McGovernGay Pimpin' with Jonny McGovern, 4/15/11It's the THANK YOU Show!! Jonny and the gang celebrate the thirteen thousand dollar (!!!!) success of Jonny's Super Gay Video Project on Kickstarter with a show chock full of faggity fun! We premiere Jonny's "Songs About The Golden Girls"! We reveal Jonny and Calpernia's top secret new follow up to "Likin' Big Dicks"! We spill the T on the filming of Jonny and Micheal's BRAND NEW video, Nadya's NYC adventures, Brandy's fancy surprise and yer fave podcast characters shout out all the amazing fans who helped more than double our fund raising goal!2011-04-152h 56
Gayest Of All Time With Jonny McGovernGay Pimpin' with Jonny McGovern, 4/15/11It's the THANK YOU Show!! Jonny and the gang celebrate the thirteen thousand dollar (!!!!) success of Jonny's Super Gay Video Project on Kickstarter with a show chock full of faggity fun! We premiere Jonny's "Songs About The Golden Girls"! We reveal Jonny and Calpernia's top secret new follow up to "Likin' Big Dicks"! We spill the T on the filming of Jonny and Micheal's BRAND NEW video, Nadya's NYC adventures, Brandy's fancy surprise and yer fave podcast characters shout out all the amazing fans who helped more than double our fund raising goal!
See acast.com/privacy...2011-04-152h 56Gayest Of All Time With Jonny McGovernGay Pimpin' with Jonny McGovern, 3/8/11It's the Gay Pimpin' Kickstarter Kickoff! We go live with Jonny's "Super Gay Video Project" and Madonna drops by tell us the amazing Backer Rewards! PLUS: Julie Goldman's Super Secret Makeover! Jonny reveals the super secret title of his new EP! Britney stops by to gloat! and Nico Santos is in the studio for some good ol' Celebrity Donkey Punchin'! DONATE to Jonny's Super Gay Video Project at kickstarter.com!
See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2011-03-092h 35Gayest Of All Time With Jonny McGovernGay Pimpin' with Jonny McGovern, 3/8/11It's the Gay Pimpin' Kickstarter Kickoff! We go live with Jonny's "Super Gay Video Project" and Madonna drops by tell us the amazing Backer Rewards! PLUS: Julie Goldman's Super Secret Makeover! Jonny reveals the super secret title of his new EP! Britney stops by to gloat! and Nico Santos is in the studio for some good ol' Celebrity Donkey Punchin'! DONATE to Jonny's Super Gay Video Project at kickstarter.com!2011-03-092h 35