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Only Good Vibes News NetworkGreg Ravy and Laney Chouest - Heroes of New OrleansWhistle Monsta welcomes Heroes of New Orleans' Greg Ravy and Laney Chouest to the fan cave for Only Good Vibes News Network.
Founded in 2016 by Algiers native Gregory Ravy, Heroes of New Orleans began with a simple but powerful mission: to give opportunities to disadvantaged youth and families in the community where Gregory was born and raised.
Growing up on New Orleans' West Bank, Gregory witnessed the challenges facing underserved communities—limited access to quality programs, economic barriers, and systemic gaps that prevented talented young people from reaching their potential. He founded Heroes of New Or...
2026-02-071h 39Only Good Vibes News NetworkKeith Spera - Author and New Orleans Music JournalistWhistle Monsta welcomes New Orleans music journalist, Keith Spera, to the fan cave for Only Good Vibes News Network.
New Orleans native Keith Spera has spent 30 years telling the stories of his hometown, especially its musical community. He's won numerous national feature-writing awards and was a member of The Times-Picayune newspaper's Pulitzer Prize-winning Hurricane Katrina coverage team. His acclaimed book “Groove Interrupted: Loss, Renewal and the Music of New Orleans” (2011, St. Martin’s Press) is an intimate portrait of some of the city’s most prominent musicians as they recover from adversity. In addition to his work at The T...
2026-01-291h 15
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#86 Vocalist Jorge PesantesJorge Pesantes (currently of The Dreadfields) dabbled in percussion and harmonica, but life repeatedly brought being being a vocalist to his doorstep. Drawing inspiration from life and grooves from the many bands in which he's been, his rhetoric has been light but his presence has always been loud. To the table, he's brought a different style each time, a cadence that complimented the band's work, and an energy on stage that pulls in the crowd. Join us as we reflect on his history and look ahead at his future in music.Featured New Music Mid-Show:...
2026-01-241h 26Only Good Vibes News NetworkDevin Snow - Hold the MayoWhistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome Devin Snow to the fan cave for Only Good Vibes News Network.
Devin Snow is a New Orleans-area food influencer best known for his weekly series “RB&R Day” (Red Beans & Rice Day), where he travels across Louisiana and beyond sampling red beans and rice from mom-and-pop restaurants, corner stores, and hot plate lunch spots. What started as a college love for red beans & rice turned into a thriving social media presence after he launched a humor blog and later quit his car sales job to pursue content creation full-time. Snow’s auth...
2026-01-221h 43Only Good Vibes News NetworkLionel Milton - New Orleans Visual ArtistWhistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome Lionel Milton to the fan cave for Only Good Vibes News Network.
New Orleans artist Lionel Milton’s art has become well recognized by collectors and companies throughout the world. For decades his colorful style has vibrantly demonstrated energy with ubiquitous appeal and eclectic charm.
Over the years, Milton has been commissioned and collected the likes of Uber, Capital One Bank, ESPN, Red Bull ,P&G, and Heineken. Growing up in a culturally rich place like New Orleans heavily influenced and continues to inspire his artwork.
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2026-01-151h 00Only Good Vibes News NetworkHappy New Year! Replay - Dylan FrechetteThis week on the Only Good Vibes News Network, Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome a rising voice in the New Orleans music community: Dylan Frechette, drummer, guitarist, bandleader, and lifelong friend of the show.
Dylan sits down in the Fan Cave to talk about his musical journey, from playing Willie Green’s drum kit as a kid on Oak Street’s Po’Boy Fest, to falling off the stage, to developing into one of Loyola University’s most promising young musicians. He shares stories of growing up between Orlando, Denver, and New Orleans, discovering improvisation, and finding...
2026-01-0154 minOnly Good Vibes News NetworkDr. Bruce WIlson - Board Certified Cardiologist and Founder of AlmighTeaThis week on the Only Good Vibes News Network, Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome Dr. Bruce WIlson - Board Certified Cardiologist and Founder of AlmighTea.
AlmighTea was founded by Dr. Bruce Wilson, a board-certified cardiologist and master healer who believes that true wellness transcends the physical body. With deep roots in both Western medicine and ancient healing practices, Dr. Wilson created AlmighTea as a bridge between science and spirit. Grounded in his training in Internal Medicine and Cardiology, and elevated by his mastery in New Paradigm Multi-Dimensional Transformation and Kriya Yoga, he crafted a high-vibration tea...
2025-12-1843 minOnly Good Vibes News NetworkHolly MacKenna & Maeve Graffagnini - authors of Inhale, Exhale...Shoot!This week on the Only Good Vibes News Network, Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome Holly MacKenna and her daughter, Maeve Graffagnini - authors of Inhale, Exhale...Shoot!
Inhale, Exhale...Shoot! follows Kunall the Pelican, a talented young basketball player who loves the game—but when it’s time to take the big shot, anxiety creeps in. His wings tremble, his belly tightens, and his mind fills with doubt. What if he misses? What if everyone is watching?
Set in the colorful heart of New Orleans, this beautifully illustrated picture book offers more than just a st...
2025-12-1149 minOnly Good Vibes News NetworkVetJams - Uniting Military Veterans Through the Power of MusicThis week on the Only Good Vibes News Network, Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome Arron "Birdie" Barringer and Chet Pierson from VetJams.
VetJams is a collaborative music project of musicians and veterans. VetJams unites military veterans through the power of live music—creating safe, supportive spaces where shared rhythm builds camaraderie, combats isolation, and shines a spotlight on mental health. We champion the message: it’s okay to seek help, and through the VetCenter (504-507-4977) all veterans can get therapy for free regardless of discharge type.
Check out VetJams at https://www.vetjams.org...
2025-12-0452 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#85 - Ghalia VoltBorn in Brussels, Belgium, singer/ songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ghalia Volt was a music enthusiast and free spirit growing up. The more she sought out and found music, the more she wanted to learn. From psychobilly to jump blues, the quest became of greater pursuit than following the crowd. We get a glimpse of European culture and her experience emigrating to the U.S. to eventually tour the world. Listen in on the life and times of the roots, blues, and rock sensation, Ghalia Volt. Featured Bands:Pocket Chocolate- https://neworleansmusicians.com/musician/52Clint R...
2025-11-2945 minOnly Good Vibes News NetworkReplay - Hank Staples: The Maple Leaf Bar New OrleansWhistle Monster and Jamie Bernstein sit down with a New Orleans icon, Hank Staples, owner of Maple Leaf Bar. Hank shares a few stories about his journey from New York to New Orleans, how he first became connected to the Maple Leaf, and how he eventually became the owner.
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2025-11-271h 05Only Good Vibes News NetworkTracey Freeman - Grammy Award-Winning New Orleans Music ProducerThis week on the Only Good Vibes News Network, Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome one of New Orleans’ most respected sonic architects, Grammy Award–winning producer and engineer Tracey Freeman. From his early days working sound at Jesuit High School to touring with Harry Connick Jr., Tracey has shaped the sound of countless NOLA legends, including Kermit Ruffins, Rebirth Brass Band, Leroy Jones, Ivan Neville, and more.
In this deep and soulful conversation, Tracey shares how balance, joy, and humility have guided his decades-long career behind the board. He opens up about recording on the road, surv...
2025-11-201h 09Only Good Vibes News NetworkDylan Frechette - The Next Generation of New Orleans MusicThis week on the Only Good Vibes News Network, Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome a rising voice in the New Orleans music community: Dylan Frechette, drummer, guitarist, bandleader, and lifelong friend of the show.
Dylan sits down in the Fan Cave to talk about his musical journey, from playing Willie Green’s drum kit as a kid on Oak Street’s Po’Boy Fest, to falling off the stage, to developing into one of Loyola University’s most promising young musicians. He shares stories of growing up between Orlando, Denver, and New Orleans, discovering improvisation, and finding...
2025-11-1354 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#84 - Mikey B3 BurkartKeyboardist, Vocalist, and band leader Mikey Burkhart grew up in Arabi, Louisiana. He'd played in a punk band prior with I.D.S. But nothing prepared him for being called up on stage with the late, great Eddie Bo. This was his beacon in the New Orleans sound. He would go onto lead a caver band at Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville as well as playing in Sweet Pea's Revenge. We walk through some of the memorable moments in his life and gain an understanding of what it takes to become a name in the music business. Join us! M...
2025-11-081h 15
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#83 - Scott FrilotScott Frilot has been a great many number of things over the years. A guitarist and vocalist, true, but Scott’s also been a drum programmer, an advertising designer, and a booking agent. Driven by a recent viral digital advertising campaign, his new album, 45, has landed in a multitude of countries across the globe. He shares insight into the mechanics of that campaign here. Playing Jimmy’s Music Club in New Orleans is where he got his start. Along the way he was a sponge, soaking up the promoting and writing techniques of artists with whom he worked. Later, we a...
2025-10-171h 28
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#82 - Philip DotyPhilip Doty is a vocalist for Jawa Command, Man vs. Bear, and Closure. We jump right into the mechanics of a band, from promotion to performance to forming its identity. Major label positions during the death of glam metal/ birth of grunge formed a distinct impression in Philip's mind. And he describes his life in terms of a genre spectrum, including Anthrax, Megadeath, Run DMC, Cinderella and Deftones. We parse out the general attitude and shortcomings of the Louisiana music scene. We also take a look at the power of recording and engineering in the production process. So much...
2025-10-011h 23
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#81 - Kym TrailzMelissa Crory, aka Kym Trailz, fronts goth rock band The Tomb of Nick Cage. Her early experiences in music were attending punk shows in New Orleans. We delve into the essential elements of what made that scene so raw and alive. She touches on her previous bands through Igor Kitty and eventually on to her current band. Sonic qualities and instrumentation are pointed out here as we learn of what's to come for The Tomb of Nick Cage. Join us! www.tombofnickcage.comElevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! H...
2025-09-161h 18
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#80 - Nicole BriceNicole Brice is editor and founder of Mixed-Alt Magazine, an online international music magazine focused on independent arts and entertainment. Her fixation, at its' crux, is on circumventing curated, spoon-fed pop ideals to showcase a hot bed of talent that has become sub-culture. She hopes that through coverage at her magazine and on her Youtube Channel, she can help promote a cohesion amongst like-minded arts and music fans. Her passion project is self-funded, her base is constantly growing in size and territory, and her insights are revealed here in this interview. Join us!https://www.mixedaltmag.com/
2025-08-291h 21
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#79 - Julian PrimeauxGrammy Award nominee and Louisiana Music Hall of Fame inductee Julian Primeaux speaks of a childhood isolated in the bayous of Lafayette, Louisiana. Without internet or cable television, he clung to music magazines and instruments, becoming a singer/ songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He grew to love the creative experience and collective nature of band life. Today he tours the world doling out his own brand of rock-infused blues and Americana. Wearing many hats behind the scenes and traversing many continents, we learn how his passion fuels multiple abilities in business as well as music. Join us!Elevate your...
2025-08-151h 16
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#78 - Chris Vincent Pt. 2In part two, Guitarist and songwriter Chris Vincent decides to flee New Orleans on the forewarning of his girlfriend, "Chris you're gonna die here.' His time in New Orleans had not been for naught. His music was featured on The Real World New Orleans on MTV. He headlined The Tattoos and Blues Festival in Santa Rosa, California. And he enjoyed playing gigs both in New Orleans and across the country. Now back in New Jersey, he began recovery, and endured both the loss of his father and the dissolution of his marriage. With nothing keeping him in Jersey...
2025-07-301h 13
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#77 - Chris Vincent pt. 1Born in Bayonne, New Jersey, guitarist and songwriter Chris Vincent spent a lot of time sorting life out with his fists. Although it taught him much about life, he benefitted from his family moving when he was thirteen. Monroe Township, New Jersey served a more peaceful setting, conducive to creativity. And it's where he picked up a guitar and began to play. His present day choice of blues wasn't his first inclination. The energy of punk music spoke to the aggression that remained within him. Moving toward jazz and blues, Robert Johnson and Son House eventually replaced The Ramones...
2025-07-121h 11
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#76 - Joey Carbo of WOORMS Pt. 2In part two, musician and producer Joey Carbo of WOORMS recalls old band break-ups that involved a girl, recording difficulties, a debilitating handicap, and an overdose. Following these trials, he formed WOORMS, which was supposed to be a temporary foray back into heavy metal. We unpack his long stint in country music with Who By Fire, a band with more pieces and a less heavy feel. We also reflect on his time in punk music and how production and vocal clarity have come to the forefront for him since them. Which is an element that has been incorporated into...
2025-06-281h 00
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#75 - Joey Carbo of WOORMSJoey Carbo has been in many bands over the years, picking up guitar, vocals, keyboard and production along the way. Through his band WOORMS, he currently implements those talents in a unique means of expression. While WOORMS holds its foundations in rock music, their concrete measures are highlighted by an exploratory sound with synth undercurrents and a lack of adherence to traditional time signatures. One could deduce that, once upon a time, Joey was inspired by bands like The Melvins and Soundgarden. But to say WOORMS resembles either is a stretch at best. His capacity to feel the sentiment...
2025-06-141h 06
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#74 - Bug GigabyteMusician and DJ Bug Gigabyte has been involved in various forms of sonic exploration and synthesis since middle school. Learning horn, lead and bass guitar, lead him pick up keyboard and play in metal band Coma Dreams. He would eventually dive deep into synthesizers and studio equipment, adding recording and engineering to his repertoire. His first release was a remix back in 2010 on an Alaskan industrial electronic label by the name of CRL Studios. Following that, he experimented with 16 bit sounds coming from a Nintendo DS game. He fed the compositions into a DAW and overlaid live instrumentation. The...
2025-05-241h 08
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#73 - Andrew AutinGuitarist and keyboardist Andrew Autin was born in Metairie, Louisiana and raised by fans of crooners like Perry Como and Johnny Mathis. But bands like Metallica and KISS, he will say, changed his life. And through a musician's ear, he sought to pay tribute through the formation of several cover bands playing everything from weddings to corporate events and concert venues. Andrew's bands are the Mojeaux Band, Rock Show NOLA, Phase 5, and The Generators. Rock Show NOLA, for instance, plays covers from six bands only; Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, KISS, Journey Stix and Foreigner. His covers are precise renditions...
2025-05-101h 05
The Musicians MentorEpisode 70 - Karen Waldrup (NBC's The Voice Finalist)In this special bonus episode of the podcast I'm proud to share part one of a conversation that my friend David Trahan from the 'New Orleans Musicians Dot Com' Podcast had with Mandeville, Louisiana born singer/songwriter - Karen Waldrup. Karen was a top 5 finalist on Season 25 of NBC's 'The Voice', has been featured in forms of media like 'Rolling Stone Magazine, Netflix and the Hallmark Channel. Her debut album 'Justified' even debuted at #4 on the Billboard charts.In this part of the interview David talks with Karen about...
2025-04-2530 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#72 - Saxophonist Dave Mouton on Musicians MentorBonus Episode: In this episode, saxophonist Dave Mouton sits with our friend and host, Travis Marc, on the Musicians Mentor Podcast. Dave now gigs in his current band, The Dave Mouton Experience and owns Souled Out Music, LLC, a collective of fifty musicians facilitating a wide variety of events. His story is begins in childhood as a wayward youth where his recognition of the saxophone as a device for change takes hold. He reinforces the idea, though contrary to popular belief, that musicians can live a healthy, balanced lifestyle. Remaining whole and never losing his passions are some of...
2025-04-251h 01
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#71 - Karen Waldrup (Part 2)In part 2, we begin during Karen's formative years in music. She recounts first learning advice that she still lives by as well as common habits that work against the wellbeing of a vocalist. Touring poses a particular challenge because everything is accessible; both good and bad. We discuss a moment on the road that defined her decision to pursue becoming a contestant in season twenty-five of The Voice. The knowledge and experiences gained from such things as wardrobe, stage presence, and timing have proven indelible. Karen's new song "Fix It" just came out this spring, "Blue Cowboy Boots" will...
2025-04-2336 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#70 - Karen Waldrup (Part 1)Part one begins in Mandeville, Louisiana where Karen was born and raised. Being so culturally diverse, Southern Louisiana inspired her sensations of freedom as an artist, while her three siblings encouraged her to remain diverse in her pursuit of country music. We discuss the parallels between contrasting music styles and the impact production in religious music, for example, has on her compositions. She shares her childhood experiences that moved her closer to, and started her on a path toward, a beautiful life in music. https://karenwaldrup.com/ Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Re...
2025-04-2333 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#69 - Zydeco by BirthThrough a series of events, a Washington DC radio DJ by the name of Wayne Kahn came into possession of a box full of Beta tapes. The tapes contained the raw elements of a long since shelved documentary on the Carriere family; one of five main families to bring Zydeco alive. Their descendants would carry the tradition, bringing Zydeco to the world. And the rare footage of intimate family jam sessions and interviews would be the only relic left. He tried for many years to bring the footage to the public, even turning it over to the Smithsonian at...
2025-04-091h 09
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#68 - Will VanceHailing from Hammond, Louisiana, is guitarist/ vocalist Will Vance of Will Vance and the Kinfolk. His style is best described as Americana with rock roots and Southern soul foundations. Family get togethers always featured musical contributions from elders, and his desire to create came early. His many years and miles as a musician and a human being are lain out in a thought provoking manner here, as we are all treated to the privilege of his truth-telling proclamations. We are also treated to a live acoustic solo of some unreleased music! Join us!Will Vance and the...
2025-03-251h 25
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#67 - Jason Pilgrim pt. 2Reconvening for part two, Jason Pilgrim of Flesh Parade reveals the details of their current Repercussions Tour which will include Maryland Death Fest. He reflects on finding his voice in Flesh Parade thirty years ago and how then current black metal standards just wouldn't do. We discuss new merch and possible tour expansion, as well as self-care for a vocalist while on tour. Join us! Flesh Parade Official Site:www.mainstay-entertainment.com Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. htt...
2025-03-1144 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#66 - Jason Pilgrim pt. 1Jason Pilgrim is the vocalist for New Orleans grindcore band Flesh Parade. They recently embarked on a national tour that kicked off at Poor Boys as part of a thirty band, two day event called Mardi Grind. Along the way, they will meet up and perform with Exhorder and Eyehategod, and from there possibly extend the tour up through Canada and overseas. In part 1, we discuss his beginnings in music and initial influences and end with his quest to do something different with Flesh Parade that no one has ever done before. The band is also celebrating THIRTY FIVE...
2025-03-0945 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#65 - Bret HeartOriginally from Mobile Alabama and now a resident of Slidell, Louisiana, solo artist Bret Crooker (aka Bret Heart) blends sampling, guitar playing, and vocals with composition and arrangement on a digital audio workstation. He's been writing longer than he has been a published artist. But any personal apprehension concerning his commitment is slowly being overshadowed by the reception his music has received. Laying down his own version of sonic commentary on the issues plaguing his life, he is both evolving as a person and becoming more relatable to his growing fanbase. His expressions pulse through the veins of pop...
2025-02-231h 14
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#64 - Lenny ZenithLenny Zenith has been many things throughout the course of his life; a student at New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA), a label executive, a vocalist, a pianist, and a guitarist. Discouragement from guidance councilors and classmates, falling short of secondary educational standards, and existing in a close-minded, homogeneous world coerced Lenny, first, toward punk music and the anti ethos and, secondly, into mercurial genre perspectives. In the beginning, there was RZA, enabling Lenny to open for Iggy Pop, and bands like XTC, Ian Hunter, U2, The Gun Club, Marshal Crenshaw and more. He would go onto form...
2025-02-0940 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#63 - Byron DanielGuitarist and vocalist Byron Daniel founded and currently plays in Byron Daniel and the Five Dead Dogs. Being a hired gun on guitar and bass, he shares his reliance upon improvisation and versatility. For his own band, he stresses the importance of jam sessions not only for warming up, but for explorations in discovering new material. By many, he is received as southern rock. As for his own perspective, he notes a departure from stoner/ doom metal, a folk and singer/ songwriter influence, and a fusion between Drive-By Truckers and Black Sabbath. With three albums and two singles in...
2025-01-191h 53
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#62 - Anthony B DanielsA jack of all trades, Anthony Daniels (aka Moose Harris) is a multi-instrumentalist, a podcast and syndicated radio host, an event facilitator, a music producer, a DJ, a poet, a concert producer, and a music journalist. Hailing from New Iberia, his perspective on the impact of music and culture in our state has always run deep. As a child he would record radio songs to tape, volunteering music facts, weather, and other radio dj-like contributions. Listen as we speak about the transitions in his life from one professional music occupation to the next and rejoice in his place in...
2025-01-052h 04
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#61 - Philip DussorHeavy metal vocalist Philip Dussor, currently active in Aggrofate, Lyrics For Liam, and Raise the Death Toll sat down with me for this interview at his home in Westwego, Louisiana. We began with the musical influence his friends and family had on him in his formative years. He explained how Cypress Hall and a hand-full of other all ages venues made a big impact on him. We also delved into his perspective on what it means to be a musician active in the scene. He broke down how his current bands came about, drawing inspiration from things like horror...
2024-12-111h 27
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#60 - Mike IX WilliamsMike IX Williams is best known for his work as a vocalist in EYEHATEGOD, a band flaunting mixtures of punk and slowed, doomy metal that he and guitarist Jimmy Bower founded in 1988. Since then they have toured the world countless times over, having built a truly unmatched cult-like following. We sit and talk about his life of imbalance as a child, his thirst for new experiences, his published works of music and poetry, and his current tour. Listen in to this in-depth interview! Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! H...
2024-11-1449 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#59 - Chris RicoGuitarist/ vocalist Chris Rico has been a staple in the Louisiana music scene for countless years. Throughout New Orleans, Metairie, and the gulf south, he has continually brought his own style of blues-rock, even delving into rap lyrics and incorporating drum machines. In his youth, the Beatles and Sabbath ushered him into the world of music while exploration lead him through bands like The Ramones and The Dead Kennedies. Picking up a guitar at eleven years of age, tab books and a little help from friends began his journey to present day. Having recently released Vanity Project with his...
2024-10-211h 02
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#58 - Chet TaborOriginally from just outside of Thibodeaux in Choctaw, Chet Tabor of band Them Guys cites small town roots as propelling his beliefs in his band as a family unit. Those same small town circumstances meant he was hanging out with a group of kids with a larger span in age. Experiencing the tastes and influences from the music collections of the older kids meant he was hearing Pearl Jam and Soundgarden at six years of age. Hearing his father's 70's music and quickly being ushered into his older brother's 90's selections also meant being able to hear the contrasts...
2024-10-041h 16
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#57 - JayarsonRapper Jayarson grew up around family that lived all over Louisiana. As a result, his reach has blanketed our state in a comforting style of influence and relatability. His pursuit in knowledge of all things new to him has built him into a forward thinking, business-minded artist that is constantly striving to remain ahead of the curve. He wasn't always like this. On the contrary, he was once juggling creative endeavors, court cases, and a fast life in the streets. His immensely successful music catalog now depicts the trials of a person maturing in real time. We discuss coming...
2024-09-131h 15
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#56 - Philip HockokPhilip spent a lot of time in a factory as a child. The sights, smells, and sounds shaped his foray into the world of synthesizers. Ambient and industrial soundscapes became his pursuit. He would go on to tour with bands, performing on stage as well as conducting crowds from the DJ booth. (DJ NassDee in the 90s, Obsolete Systems in 2000-2004 then DJ KillPoP) We delve for a time into the wonderlands of the rave era and discuss the effects of that scene on its followers. Now, his eyes are set on Japan where contextual resonance is revered as...
2024-08-301h 45
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#55 - Lewis D'AubinLewis D'aubin is a music writer and producer who also fronts the band Consortium of Genius as his alter-ego, Dr. Milo Thaddeus Pinkerton III. Through this mad scientist alter-ego, he also heads up Escape from the Secret Lab. Which is a show that has guest bands fighting for their escape by way of performances that audiences can vote on in real time. Lewis' forte in the technical aspects of audio and video gear has lead him to midi and synthesis based audio productions, as well as sci-fi fueled music and promotional videos. His performances on stage with COG are...
2024-08-131h 23
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#54 - Big HonxchoLyricist and producer Kevin Harris, a.k.a. Big Honxcho, sits with me and talks about his life growing up in the 17th Ward of Uptown New Orleans. Shaped by struggle, loss, and a quest for something greater, we delve into what has impacted him the most and how he is using those experiences to propel him in his current direction. His focus, consideration, and absorption of techniques and market trends are what guide him today. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494
2024-07-301h 14
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#53 - Chris PryorChris Pryor of Chris Pryor and the Main Event grew up in Sarepta, Louisiana and actually began his vocal career participating in karaoke. For the longest time, the blue collar way of life took precedence over singing. He finally got up the nerve to start a band and things have never been the same. His is now amongst the hardest working, most gigging bands out of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. There's a lot to learn, and a lot to laugh about, hearing his experiences throughout this process. Chris Pryor and the Main Event: https://www.maineventrocks.com/Shop...
2024-07-121h 33
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#52 - Justin PerezJustin Perez is a self-taught, lifelong drummer and Louisiana resident. He's played in bands like Skincrawl, Demise, Goatwhore, and is currently the drummer for Blacklist Union. Constanty travelling out of state and touring, his commitment to the art is unparalleled. We speak about his early start in music, his time in Japan with Goatwhore, and the mentors and influences that he feels so fortunate to have met in his lifetime. Join me in getting to know drummer Just Perez. https://blacklistunion.com/Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. h...
2024-06-271h 31
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#51 - Sid SnowJoin us as we take a walk down memory lane with New Orleans multi-instrumentalist Sid Snow. He tells of stories that draw from just about every venue in New Orleans, including the decadent Blue Room at the Roosevelt Hotel. He takes us through Europe and South America during the years he spent touring with everyone from big band players to honkytonk regulars. His band, The Franklin Avenue Underpass was his band locally. Both here and abroad, his experiences with Trini Lopez, Lou Rawls, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Tripani, Benny Grunch, Frankie Lane and so many more are discussed, with some...
2024-06-1253 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#50 - Jack MieleJack Miele is an 11x Platinum, 6x Telly and 5x Global Music Award Winning audio engineer, producer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist. He has also been an audio/ mix engineer for 22 years, with projects winning 2 Grammy Awards and 4 Grammy nominations, as well as on Emmy Award winning television promos. He's been a live guitarist for 30 years. We talk about the bands he's played in over the years and star-studded sessions he's recorded. Studio tactics, band performance strategies and more discussed in this incredibly interesting episode!https://jackmiele.com/Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% of...
2024-05-281h 16
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#49 - Lilli LewisTrained as an opera singer and classical pianist, Georgia native Lilli Lewis has been a composer, producer and performer for over two decades. Fresh off the stage at this year's Jazz Fest, Lilli is well versed in folk, roots, country soul, gospel, and jazz. Having a prodigious ear early on, the practice of music was a way for her to mend early childhood trauma as well as congeal the different hemispheres of her mind. Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds were enough of an inspiration to her to quit her job, leave town, and pursue her career in music. She...
2024-05-142h 11
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#48 - Jan Ramsey (Pt. 2)In this episode, Offbeat Magazine publisher Jan Ramsey talks about the challenges she faced as a board member of the French Quarter Festival. She gives us insight into the inner workings of the festival and what could be improved upon. We talk about the musicians' union in New Orleans, venue ailments downtown and their cultural impact, and a musician directory she created that was ahead of its time. She reflects on her time at college and tells all in this important finale of out time together. https://www.offbeat.com/Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show...
2024-04-301h 43
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#47 - Jan Ramsey (Pt 1)Jan Ramsey, publisher of Offbeat Magazine, gives an in-depth look into her formative years and her assumption of various roles of influence living and working in New Orleans. We discuss the underlying mechanics and infrastructure of local festivals, museums, and social landscapes, and how they impact the music scene in New Orleans. Peer into her childhood and witness the arts through the lens of a passionate, articulate music journalist. https://www.offbeat.com/Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494Donate to...
2024-04-151h 54
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#46 - Alfred BanksThere is so much that can be said about lyricist Alfred Banks, from the 12th Ward in New Orleans, Louisiana. His entrepreneurial acumen and diligence has landed him on the cover of major publications, a groundbreaking performance with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, a feature at Jazz Fest, and so much more. Self-made and booked out to the end of the year, we sit and talk about the experiences that made him and his strides in the business of music. https://www.underdogcentral.com/Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners.
2024-04-011h 42
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#45 - Johnny LagrangeGuitarist and vocalist Johnny Lagrange of The Bald Dog Project hails from Garyville, Louisiana. We talk about his roots in Cajun and country music, and how the greats like Black Sabbath and Slayer broadened his exploration. His move into sobriety never stifled his creativity. Rather, authored frustrations written during recovery, coupled with an acoustic guitar he was given as a gift, fueled a fusion of acoustic and heavy metal that has come to be known as The Bald Dog Project. It causes us to define what is "heavy" in music and transitions us to a new project that's been...
2024-03-181h 14
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#44 - Sean RileyFreshly signed to Pugnacious Records, singer/ songwriter and guitarist Sean Riley originally hails from Saratoga Springs, New York. He grew up listening to Roy Orbison, Beach Boys, Paul Simon, and Waylon Jennings. Though no one in his family played, he just loved the look of an SG hanging on the music shop wall and took it upon himself to learn. He was a bit of a shy kid but playing helped him out of his shell, finding support and making friends along the way. He gravitated toward his current expressions of blues, roots, and Americana and formed Sean Riley...
2024-02-171h 01
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#43 - Dean ZuccheroBassist Dean Zucchero has a resume a mile long that starts in Manhattan and ends up in New Orleans, including a nine-year stint in Europe. He has played along-side such respected musicians as Popa Chubby, Ghalia Volt, Sweet Georgia Brown, Little Freddie King, and Johnny Sansone, to name a few. His projects have charted on Billboard while his acumen has landed him the position of program director at Bratz Y'all, a German Bistro in the Bywater area of New Orleans. Hear about his travels, his studio sessions, his new label, and his six year stint playing with Cyril Neville...
2024-02-031h 10
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#42 - Adam PearceBorn in Bunkie, Louisiana, Adam chose an instrument over a high school class ring and scored his first guitar from the famed Cajun Pawn Stars. A taste for the classics made him choose Led Zeppelin and Temple of the Dog when auditioning for national TV show The Voice. Making the cut landed him in Hollywood! Natural talent and hard work has kept his bookings plentiful. Experience the life of a musician through the eyes of a gifted, dedicated guitarist and singer, Adam Pearce. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners.
2024-01-201h 17
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#41 - Kirk Windstein Pt. 2"Leave your ego at the door", is Kirk's opening discussion in part two. It's what empowers the creative process for his bands like Crowbar, Down, and EyeAm. He talks about how juggling multiple projects is a comfort zone of sorts for him. His solo project (2nd album complete now) is even a separate voice from the others. Creating is more meaningful to him than social engagements. Listen in as we dive deeper into his world. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494Do...
2024-01-061h 08
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#40 - Kirk Windstein Pt. 1Born in Middlesex, England, Kirk Windstein came to settle in River Ridge, Louisiana as a young child. He has since come to establish himself as a keystone in the southern metal genres, signifying an unstoppable force in bands like Crowbar, Down, EyeAm, and Kingdom of Sorrow. We sit and talk about his experiences as a child that led him to music, his initial exploration in thrash playing with Mike Hatch, Jimmy Bauer, and Mike Savoy in Shell Shock, and a few choice words of advice from his father that he holds dear. There's so much packed into this one...
2023-12-231h 03
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#39 - Taylor NautaTaylor Nauta of Baton Rouge, Louisiana is primarily a country Americana musician. Taking with him the knowledge of scale patterns, chord building, and basic theory, he cut his teeth in Nashville, chasing the dream like so many. He managed to pay the bills teaching karate and building guitars at Gibson Guitars. There were many moments of impact there. He married and divorced the daughter of a country music mogul. Meeting established musicians like James Marsden and Walt Aldridge really help to shape the artist he is today. Nowadays, he and his band, Taylor Nauta Music, tour the United States...
2023-11-291h 14
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#38 - Silver DoseGuzz Andrade of Silver Dose talks about growing up in Sao Paulo, Brazil and how a bootleg copy of a Nirvana album sparked something in him that will never die. Listen in as we discuss his South American roots, how he came to Louisiana, and what he has done to stay fluent and relevant in the world of rock and roll. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494Donate to this show:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=8...
2023-11-151h 24
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#37 - Steve MignanoGuitarist Steve Mignano of bands Drab and Garguts speaks on gaining a discipline in music, his moment of Zen touring with blues harmonica player Johnny Reed, his current heavy metal New Orleans bands, the 19 yr old novice within him that just won't die, and so much more. Join us and hear about how he walks the line between paying the bills and retaining his creative expression. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494Donate to this show:https://www.payp...
2023-11-051h 32
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#36 - David McBurnettDavid McBurnett is mainly known for being a producer in music television, but has also worked in the festival and production side of the music business for decades. Playing guitar alongside Duke Edwards, he toured nationally with a travelling musical commune called Papa Dukie and the Mud People, coming to settle in Wallace, Louisiana. Where the music at a black Baptist wake would cement his place in the groove. We discuss his involvement in video production for the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival for over forty years, his first national show featuring Jerry Lee Lewis, Fats Domino, and...
2023-10-221h 19
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#35 - PiousI had the opportunity to sit down with Eric Fox and Mike Dawsey of Pious at Eric's shop, Turning Point Tattoos in Mandeville, Louisiana. We discussed how they met and how the band came to be, as well as what aspirations they share in the band's direction. We got to discuss the upcoming album and sorted through what works and what doesn't work for them. Join us for a laid back look at an enduring metal band in the midst of a new and interesting album. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for...
2023-10-011h 05
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#34 - Christopher BurtonSaxophonist Christopher Burton plays in so many bands these days. And they run the gamut from the New Orleans Concert Band to Purikura Panic, an anime cover band. As a child, he was exposed to much gospel, as well as the likes of Minnie Riperton, Etta James, and Sam Cooke. Submersing himself in everything extracurricular, he walks us through his life overcoming spinal meningitis and partial deafness, to the many ways he found to stay fluent and grow as a musician, and brings us up to date on teaching music and the many bands he is in today. You...
2023-09-161h 12
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#33 - Justin CurryOriginally from Madison, Ohio, violinist Justin Curry has come to settle in downtown New Orleans, Louisiana. Coming from an extremely musical family, he's played violin professionally since he was sixteen years old. From classical, to bossa nova, to traditional Asian music, he has played many genres on several continents. We discuss Vienna, Tokyo, and New Orleans musical atmospheres, citing the characteristics and nuances of each. He hopes to develop his own music venue at a newly acquired building on Royal street in the French Quarter. And he brings with him a maintained style that is unto itself. S...
2023-09-021h 01
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#32 - Steve StaplesSteve Staples of The Iceman Special has travelled the country in pursuit of his passion for music; several times over. At one time even packing up into an RV and setting off with no destination other than music itself. Between his immeasurable talent, and his immense amount of experience, he has found that sweet music in the psychedelic tapestry that is The Iceman Special. And anyone who has seen their shows will understand why, along with his band mates, Steve is something unique; and has a story to tell that is deserving of your time. We are fortunate to...
2023-08-2039 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#31 - Oktober SkyNow living in Louisiana, Tylar Cash (a.k.a. Oktober Sky) grew up in Modesto, California. He brings with him a unique mixture of emo-rap/ rock with pop sensibilities and an aim to nurture a better version of self from everyone. Armed with a mic and a vision, and through hard work and constant refinement of his own talent, he has managed to release three professional music videos and four produced songs in a short amount of time. Join us and gain an understanding of his perspective on current music and the sonic direction he envisions for the future.
2023-07-3140 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#30 - Wayne KahnWayne Kahn was a radio DJ up in D.C. for a number of years. And at one time he owned a music label, Right On Rhythm, subsequently acquired by the Smithsonian Folkways. Not that long ago, he came into possession of a collection of Betamax tapes containing hours of footage of the Carriere family, a south Louisiana family steeped in the roots of zydeco music. Here, he tells the tale of Roy Carriere and family, how he fought for (and won) Roy's music rights, and how he aims to carry on their legacy embarking on a quest to...
2023-07-1743 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#29 - Mark Samuels of Basin Street RecordsGrowing up in New Orleans, Mark went to school with and befriended some of the city's most iconic musicians. Through these personal bonds, and a lot of hard work, he started Basin Street Records. Twenty-five years later, he's still capturing the hearts and lives of bands and bringing them to the world. Join us as we learn what his life was like before this all begin, and what it has come to be through the respected Basin Street Records. https://www.basinstreetrecords.com/Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners.
2023-06-251h 49
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#28 - Chris Leblanc (part 2)We dive deeper into the life of Louisiana Music Hall of Fame musician Chris Leblanc, discussing how the birth of his son changed his life in music. We also discuss how some unfortunate events darken the mood of his new material and has had him submersing himself in his work. The topic of his new material surfaces again as we contemplate when the time will be right to release it, and what that strategy may be in the changing landscape. Please join us in taking a closer look at the life of a man that has meant so much...
2023-06-101h 06
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#27 - Chris Leblanc (pt. 1)Chris Leblanc was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and grew up in a musical family. From fourth grade until graduating high school he was in the school band, achieving the role of drum major. He can hold his own on trumpet, drums, bass, guitar and keys. We discuss his life as a child, on through his first album and concert, culminating in a successful career with his own band as well as in studio sessions with greats like Dr. John, Tab Benoit, Yellowman, Blues Travelers and countless other superstars. Please join me in getting to know Louisiana...
2023-05-261h 40
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#26 - Deep Sleep AtlanticTravis Marc comes to New Orleans via England, and before that, Johannesburg, South Africa. He has been signed by several independent labels as well as major labels including Universal. He has been in bands that have charted on Billboard and is fluent on countless instruments. From strategic band breakups to new formations and life-altering offers, he's seen so much and is nowhere near finished. Join us in finding about his trials throughout life, how he has sharpened his business acumen over time, and where he's headed now with his new project, Deep Sleep Atlantic. Shop Realmushrooms.com a...
2023-05-121h 51
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#25 - Jorge CaicedoFluent on bass, guitar, and clarinet, Metairie, La. resident Jorge is an indubitable wealth of knowledge in the music world. His technical skill on the strings is something to be admired and appreciated. Currently playing in The Grooxs and MIMIC, you can hear his technique shine through in everything of which he is a part. And those whom have taken lessons from him surely carry on the torch. Sit with us and enjoy the beautiful musical mind that is Jorge Caicedo. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. http...
2023-04-281h 19
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#24 - The Will Wesley BandHaving just returned from touring Thailand, The Will Wesley Band members Will Wesley and Phil Chandler sat down with Neworleansmusicians.com and told us all about it. We discussed Will's childhood and start in music, how the duo came to meet, their business practices while navigating Covid, and the star studded list of contributors to their latest album. They're on all major platforms as The Will Wesley Band and as a duo named Will and Phil. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494
2023-04-141h 17
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#23 - Vinnie LaBellaFor the first time since parting ways with Exhorder three years ago, founding guitarist Vinnie LaBella sits down and tells all. We discuss his childhood, the introduction into his first band Sabotage, his punk influence, time during and parting ways with Exhorder, and his current projects. This could be perhaps the most encompassing and revealing interview he's ever given. Join us and learn about the man behind the guitar; the distinguished, the respected, Vinnie LaBella. Please consider following this link, and choosing your preferred streaming platform to follow us https://neworleansmusicians.com/blog/podcast-and-yt-reusable-blocks/Shop Realmushrooms.com...
2023-03-311h 32
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#22 - Chris BearyA lifelong resident of New Orleans, Chris Beary began his foray into local music as a kid riding his bike to Jimmy's Music Club for the all ages shows. He has since become a CPA, an attorney, and a philanthropist. He has founded 6 non-profits and is currently managing 5 of them including Grace at the Green Light, The Fat Bankers Social Aid & Pleasure Club, The Funky Uncle Live, and Northshore Radio. Join us as we discuss his life leading to this point, the impact The Funky Uncle Live has had on local music, and the much anticipated Louisiana Music & Heritage...
2023-03-1857 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#21 - Okay, BoomhauerConnor Graham began life in Ascension Parish and over time became an accomplished singer, guitar player, and trumpet player. For a long time, trumpet was his main instrument. At one point he was a trumpet player in a rap metal band while also taking side gigs at jazz performances. Through music lessons in and out of high school and countless hours on Guitar Hero, he made the transition to playing guitar. Throughout his life he played in several bands; one of which, Bayou Bullets, became a successful band playing 70's style hard rock. We follow him through ups and d...
2023-03-041h 43
Between the LeveesBONUS: David Trahan/Captain, NewOrleansMusicians.comRe-post:
I was joined by David on my other podcast (Getting to Know You) to discuss his website, but we covered his career in the marine industry as well. I met him in a wheelhouse in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in late 2016 if I'm not mistaken, and he asked me to write an article for his website about our podcast visit.
His website: https://neworleansmusicians.com/
My article: https://neworleansmusicians.com/blog/david-trahan/
2023-02-221h 02
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#20 - Petty BettyPetty Betty, a four piece band from Baton Rouge, Louisiana is fronted by singer Erica Calle. Currently a cover band with a new addition to their line-up, they soon hope to enact their combined 50 plus years of experience and begin the journey of laying down some original tracks. Erica sits down with Neworleansmusicians.com and talks about cultural diversity, her transition as a singer from choirs to bands, overcoming situations that suppressed her voice, and the stylized look you'll find when they hit the stage. Join us in getting to know the powerful voice and beautiful person that is...
2023-02-181h 23
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#19 - Tamarie T and thee Elektra KumpanyHis brand of funk is something he lives and breathes, and his showmanship is like no other. Originally from the south side of Chicago in a town called Inglewood, Tamarie T grew up fixated on superstars like James Brown and Prince. Performing has been in his blood as far back as he can remember. And he's followed his passion doing whatever it took to remain in its light; at times, even living in a storage unit to make music his life. In this episode, we find him in a transitional phase, being new to this city, and in the...
2023-02-042h 01
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#18 - David TrahanIn this episode, we feature a guest spot I took on another podcast, Getting To Know You, with Tim Traigle. His show takes a look at people in a personal light, gaining information throughout the course of their life. On his show, I was also able to talk about how Neworleansmusicians.com began and what I have shaped it into. I thought it would be of interest to fans, friends, and members of the website. I hope everyone enjoys the show! And please be sure to check out the Getting To Know You Podcast when you have a chance.
2023-01-211h 05
Getting to Know YouEp. 5 | David Trahan | Captain, NewOrleansMusicians.comIn this episode of the Getting to Know You podcast, I sit down with David Trahan, a man I met in a past life. Our lives could not have been more divergent up until the point we met in a wheelhouse, but there's more to his story...
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2023-01-151h 02
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#17 - Pocket ChocolatePocket Chocolate, a New Orleans funk band, is the amalgamation of brass, keys, strings, and drums. They perform covers as well as originals, seamlessly blending together their favorite funk songs with improvisational jam sessions, and also play original material in their sets. Although recording their debut EP while constantly gigging has been a challenge for their 9 members, they are extremely active in the New Orleans music scene. In this episode, I sit down with Gabe, a member who plays bass, guitar, piano and sings, and Dalton who plays piano and percussion. And we discuss Gabe’s influences from childhood, hi...
2023-01-071h 23
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#16 - Ben RedwineBen Redwine, a resident of Folsom, Louisiana has recorded for six labels, performed on four continents, served 27 years in the military, taught music for six years, and earned three degrees, one of which was his Doctorate Degree in Latin American music history. As a child growing up in Oklahoma, he began taking clarinet lessons from his grandfather, a professional orchestral musician. Join us as we discuss jazz history, his experiences around the world, and his current project, a multi-continental original concerto and jazz history presentation. This project will be financed through crowdfunding and organizations in stages. If you would...
2022-12-2338 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#15 - Fuel the Funeral EntertainmentHunter Bruce, born in Cutoff Louisiana and founder of Fuel the Funeral Entertainment, discusses his life as a child and how his company came to exist. With a deep history and rich knowledge of the Louisiana music scene, his inspiration is gained from the very bands he represents. His bookings and promotional services expose and propel local bands to national audiences. Having recently expanded the scope of his utility, he touches on his motivations, his current goals, and his best business practices. Want more for your band? FTF offers booking, developmental services, PR & promotional services, EPK one sheets, website...
2022-12-0951 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#14 - Matt Rhombus of TotemBorn in Shreveport, Louisiana, bassist Matt Rhombus' ascent into the world of music began when he encountered a family member’s extensive record and CD collection. Within the collection, Matt gravitated toward the nu-metal and alt-rock sounds coming from the speakers. Since then, the typical struggle of a child to find his place in the world was paralleled by the challenge of finding his place in the musical landscape around him. Transcending into dimensions of sludge, punk, and rock-and-roll, Matt and his band, Totem, hope to convey emotion as well as praise and revere the art form.Sh...
2022-11-2547 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#13 - Darnell CottonDarnell Cotton, CEO of Grynd Tyme Entertainment was an integral part in the birth of the rap scene in Baton Rouge. Recently featured in a documentary on the origins of rap in Baton Rouge, Diamond in the Dirt, Darnell's credits in both rap and R&B genres span some forty years and are extensive. Join us as we discuss his childhood relationships with people like Manny Fresh and Gregory D., his years touring nationally, and his current direction in the music business. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. ht...
2022-11-111h 25
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#12 - Ole OddlokkenNow a Louisiana resident, Ole Oddlokken hails from Lillehammer, Norway and has played saxophone since the age of nine. While taking band classes and participating in after school and summertime music programs, he also learned songs like "When the Saints Go Marching In" on the family's Hammond B3 at home. He moved on to adult orchestras and jazz in big bands. While studying fine art in Norway, he met his wife Nonney, a New Orleans native attending fine art classes at the same school. The two would start a family and eventually move to Louisiana in '94. Join us...
2022-10-2046 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#11 - MJ DardarSinger Michael Dardar currently lives in Houma, but grew up in Venice, Louisiana. His mother was a leader in the church choir, giving him an intimate perspective on music at an early age. Some of his performances today are as an acoustic duo with co-writer Jerry Martin. And others are with a six piece band including a brass section. The band complements his soulful voice with their rhythm and blues, country and soul tones. Together with Jerry, their writing starts with a lyrical idea which then gives way to a melody. Their records are entire stories driven by these...
2022-10-0650 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#10 - Poisson RougeSteeped in the rich Cajun heritage of southern Louisiana, Poisson Rouge perpetuates a message and a way of life under threat of extinction. Descendants of French ex-patriots from Nova Scotia, those that came to settle in Louisiana became known as Cajuns, or les Cadiens. Join us as we delve into the Acadian/ Creole heritage and the folkways that subsequently developed. Learn about a vibrant community and its traditions, as well as this band's sound and the many Louisiana festivals they play every year. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners.
2022-09-2245 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#9 - The Indelible Robert SnowRaised among musicians, his father, his uncle, and his cousins played an integral part in his entry into music. He began playing second chair coronet at McMain High School and came up being shown that to be a real musician, your talent transcended genres. Through necessity, he eventually found his way to the upright bass and the electric bass. He gigs more than any musician I know. Some of his past bands include King James and the Special Men, The New Orleans Jazz Vipers, and the Abitals. He currently plays in The Cotton Mouth Kings, The Mighty Melatauns, The...
2022-09-0847 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#8 - Charles Dye - Music PhotographerOnce a professional wedding photographer, Charles Dye took the plunge into the music photography world. Now his work is featured in places like Offbeat Magazine, Revolver, Loudwire, and Metal Injection. His subjects include such notable artists as Rocking Dopsie, Grammy nominee Corey Ledet, Down, Papa Mali, Galactic, Crowbar, Johnathan "Boogie" Long, and Dash Rip Rock as well as up-and-coming musicians like Lauren Cook, Truman Holland, Blackwater Canal, and Gristnam. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494Donate to this show:ht...
2022-07-2823 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#7 - OCD Recording & ProductionDuane Simoneaux has owned and operated OCD Recording & Production in Metairie for fourteen years. Hear about how he built his studio, what he uses, and how he works with bands. Among his extensive list of projects are Crowbar, Exhorder, Blackwater Canal, Konstricted, Misled, Spacemetal, Wicked River Rising, Sun God Seven, Motoriot, Intrepid Bastards, Bad Grass, and so many more. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494Donate to this show:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU
2022-07-1022 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#6 - Blackwater CanalBlackwater Canal is a new metal band in Louisiana comprised of four veterans and is sure to shake up the scene. Also included is behind the scenes audio after the interview. Members' previous projects include - Singer: Blake Lowery, Exit 39, Gravel Face, Pig Knukkle. Guitarist: Jay Gracianette, Christ Inversion, Graveyard Rodeo, Sinkhole. Bassist: Steven Sessum, Krooked Halo, Silent Trust. Drummer: Brian Ordoyne, Dang Bruh Y.Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494Donate to this show:https://www.paypal.com...
2022-06-1726 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#5 - Jimmy Anselmo of Jimmy’s Music ClubJimmys Music Club opened on Willow St. in uptown New Orleans with its first act Lil Queenie and the Percolators. From there it featured live acts such as The Neville Brothers, The Sheiks, Dr. John, James Booker, Professor Longhair, Muddy Waters, Black Flag, Foghat, Greg Allman, Dead Kennedys, and so many more national acts. It was a New Orleans staple in the music scene and an integral part of its culture. Join us as we sit with Jimmy and learn of his life and the club that did it all. Neworleansmusicians.com Shop Realmushrooms.com and support t...
2022-06-0333 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#4 - Isle of DreamsSo inspired from the Book of Revelation at age six, he wrote his first composition. Returning to Christ after decades of debauchery touring nationally with The Sheiks, he became a minister and went on to write his first solo gospel album. Michael O'Hara joins us once again, this time to discuss his album that became a hit production. We dive into his path to inspiration for the gospel, rock, opera known as Isle of Dreams. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494Don...
2022-05-1246 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#3 - Rabadash StudiosWe took a tour of Rabadash Studios in Mandeville, Louisiana and sat down with owner John Autin to learn about the building's historic past and what artists can expect recording there. John has owned Rabadash Records for over forty years and has recently added this studio and Rabadash Radio to his list of music industry services. Rabadash Studios Article on our websiteJohn Autin Interview on YoutubeRabadash StudiosRabadash RecordsShop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.real...
2022-04-2820 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#2 - Michael O’HaraAuthor, songwriter, performer, actor and four time Grammy Nominee Michael O'Hara talks about his childhood in the Baptist Church, his debauchery while touring nationally with The Sheiks, his songwriting experiences with Patti LaBelle, Cece Peniston and Donna Summer to name a few), and his journey to salvation in this never before heard all encompassing look at a wonderful man and his incredible achievements. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494Donate to this show:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?host...
2022-04-1555 min
Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast#1 - Levi Clark of 1016, Misled and Southern BrutalityJoin us as we sit with Levi Clark, a local metal musician from New Orleans, Louisiana. Hear about how a dead man's diary dating back to the Civil War became the inspiration for his upcoming EP Gettysburg. Learn how his childhood and family inspired him to become the musician he is today. Hear stories about gigs gone wrong, and gigs that turned into incredible opportunities. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494Donate to this show:https://www.p...
2022-03-3133 min