Shows
Anywhere The Needle DropsRiver Road TrioJonelle Carter, a member of River Road Trio, joins Justin to chat about music, mentoring others in recognizing and using their gifts, female artists supporting each other, and stumbling into becoming a hit line dance band in Europe. included song: Best To You official website: riverroadtrio.com Instagram: @riverroadtrio Facebook: @riverroadtrio YouTube: @riverroadtrio Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio As Discussed: No Stage Lights Abb...2025-07-3155 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsLexi AdamsAmericana singer-songwriter Lexi Adams joins Justin in Theory One Studios to discuss her life as an independent performing artist, including moving her music career FROM Nashville back to Michigan and the progress on her new record. included song: LA Honkeytonk Queen (Demo) official website: lexiadamsmusic.com Instagram: @_lexiadams Facebook: @lexiadamsmusic YouTube: @lexiadams9185 Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio As Discussed: Belmont University School of Music 2025-07-1754 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsCity Sun AtND Live!Surprise! We're bringing you a late night drop with another Anywhere the Needle Drops Live Session! City Sun is in the house at Theory One Studios for an incredible live performance and interview! Check out three exclusive session cuts from the band; So I'm Told and Over Again before the interview and stay tuned for Longest Dream after. Catch City Sun live on July 17th at The Pyramid Scheme! Song 1: So I’m Told Song 2: Over Again Song 3: Longest Dream official websites: linktr.ee/citysunband citysun.bandcamp.com 2025-07-1556 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsPriscilla SabPriscilla Sab joins Justin in Theory One Studios to discuss the progress on her first album, teaching babies music, and giving herself permission to be an artist. You can catch Priscilla live with Drew Stolz on for a FREE show on Thursday, July 17th at the NODE in downtown Niles. included song: Why Won’t Time Wait For Me official website: linktr.ee/priscillasabourin Instagram: @priscillasabmusic TikTok: @priscillasab YouTube: @priscillasabmusic Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Prod...2025-07-031h 03
Anywhere The Needle DropsFROM THE ARCHIVES: Johnny Hickman (Cracker) RemasterLast week, we spoke to David Lowery of Cracker, so it seemed fitting to hop in the time machine and go back to 2014, when I first sat down with a member of the band. Check out my remastered conversation with Cracker's Johnny Hickman! official website: crackersoul.com Instagram: @thebandcracker Facebook: @CrackerSoul YouTube: @crackerrocks Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio2025-06-2628 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsStephanie J SalisburyAuthor Stephanie J Salisbury joins Justin to discuss her newest release,Little Star Finds His Shine, and her ongoing Animals With Issues book series. They discuss the importance of lifelong reading from day one and making everything art. Stephanie has a book signing Friday, June 6th 6-8pm at Fables Books in Goshen. official website: authorstephaniejsalisbury.com Instagram: @sjsalisbury_ Facebook: @AuthorStephanieJSalisbury TikTok: @sjsalisbury_ Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio 2025-06-0548 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsNathaniel Danger FitzGeraldNat Fitz has his hands and heart in most things in the South Bend music and art scene. He joins Justin to chat about his bands SPACESHIPS and Dad Jokes, hints about a possible Brothers Danger project, and talks all things South Bend arts, music, venues, and culture. Oh, and a little professional wrestling. included song: Chatroom official websites: linktr.ee/wearespaceships wearespaceships.bandcamp.com Instagram: @wearespaceships Facebook: @weareSPACESHIPS TikTok: @wearespaceships YouTube: @spaceships4728 Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and prod...2025-05-221h 11
Anywhere The Needle DropsRebel Noire & The Accomplices AtND Live!Rebel Noire & The Accomplices return for a live session from Theory One Studios! Join us for an incredible live performance and interview! You can catch the band live at several local shows, including this Sunday when the band joins the Elkhart County Symphony! official websites: rebelnoirexaccomplices.com rebelnoirexaccomplices.bandcamp.com Instagram: @rebel.noire Facebook: @rebelnoire YouTube: @rebelnoirexaccomplices Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio2025-05-1535 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsWhy Not BothKelsie, Aaron, John of Why Not Both join Justin in Theory One Studios for a chat about the latest in the musical world of the midwest indie rock band. We shower love on local faves the Rocki Button and Nat & Michelle of Rebel Art Fest and discuss their plans now after the release of the band’s first album earlier this year. You can catch WNB on May 17th at the Rocki Button with Sundyle & City Sun and on June 1st with an absolutely incredibly line-up at Rebel Art Fest. included song: Keep On 2025-05-0858 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsChicago FarmerMidwest “folk and roll” musician, Chicago Farmer, joins Justin to preview his upcoming show, along with his band The Fieldnotes, when they return to Acorn next month. They chat about the current tour, the natural wonders of Michigan and the Midwest, and coffee snobbery. Chicago Farmer & The Fieldnotes return to The Acorn in Three Oaks on Friday, May 9th. Tickets on sale now. included song: Indiana Line official website: chicagofarmer.com Instagram: @chicagofarmermusic Facebook: @chicagofarmer Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson...2025-04-2455 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsFROM THE ARCHIVES: Justin Wells 2016 RemasterWe’re diving into the time machine! Longtime friend of Red Chuck Productions, Justin Wells, was on the show this past February, so we thought it appropriate to dig into the archives for TWO of his past appearances: First up, we go all the way back to 2014, when Justin was still rocking out with Fifth on the Floor. He and I lost our interview location in his green room before the show and ended up chatting in his tour van. Then we fast forward to 2016 to discuss crowdfunding and more as Justin released his first so...2025-04-1743 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsFROM THE ARCHIVES: Justin Wells 2014 RemasterNOTE: Though we did our best to clean up the sound, there are still remnants of interference in this recording made during our rookie days. Please forgive the noise...the story is worth a listen regardless. We’re diving into the time machine! Longtime friend of Red Chuck Productions, Justin Wells, was on the show this past February, so we thought it appropriate to dig into the archives for TWO of his past appearances: First up, we go all the way back to 2014, when Justin was still rocking out with Fifth on the Floor. He and...2025-04-1732 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsBobcat OpossumEllen and Sean of Bobcat Opossum join me in Theory One Studios, the new home of Anywhere the Needle Drops, to discuss their flavor of traditional music as a duo and in their larger projects, Soltre and Debutante. included song: The True and Historically Unembellished Story of the Reno Brothers- from the album "Look What The Bobcat Dragged In" release July 1, 2024 and recorded by Nate Butler of Nimble Wit Productions. official websites: bobcatopossum.com bobcatopossum.bandcamp.com Instagram: @fistfuloffiddle Facebook: @bobcatopossum Theme music by Hero Jr.2025-03-271h 03
Anywhere The Needle DropsKian Byrne AtND Live!We're bringing you another edition of AtND Live, this time with the inaugural appearance of Kian Byrne! Kian's skills spread across multiple genres and numerous projects. He joined us at Theory One Studios to record a studio session and sit with Justin for a chat about his work. Kian performs solo and with bands The Elders, Yum, and The New Riddum. official websites: kianbyrnemusic.org kianbyrnemusic.bandcamp.com linktr.ee/KianByrne Instagram: @kianqbyrne Facebook: @KianByrneMusicPage YouTube: @kianbyrne7524 Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound an...2025-03-2029 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsMay ErlewineMay Erlewine is another example of the best in Michigan music and has long been on Justin’s interview wishlist. He and May sit down in the green room of the Acorn Theater in Three Oaks before a recent show. They discuss how her new album, What It Takes, is both a return to a past self and a stretch of her current self. Check out the latest single from the new album, Creature, before the interview. Special thanks to The Acorn Theater for allowing us to record at the theater, as well as all of...2025-03-1351 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsAbbie Thomas Returns For AtND Live!Abbie Thomas is back on AtND, this time with her band The Crazy Hearts and special guest, Corey Ronell! The team joined us for a fantastic evening in Theory One Studios for another AtND Live! You'll get to hear two tracks from that studio session, as well as a short interview with Abbie. I highly recommend checking out the videos of each song (links below), as Charles Nelson of On Base Productions (not to mention Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions) did an amazing job of capturing the magic in the room: Not Gonna Lie- Abbie T...2025-03-0633 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsRobert Rolfe Feddersen & Terri AnnRobert Rolfe Feddersen has been rocking audiences since the 90s, first with his high school band turned career group (not to mention Metallica endorsed) LOUDMOUTH and with his most recent solo work. Along with his partner, Terri Ann, we hung out at the Red Chuck Studio talk about music, craft beer, and Robert’s work with the late, great producer, Steve Albini. included song: I Like That Rock N Roll official website(s): robertrolfefeddersen.com Instagram: @robert_rolfe_feddersen Facebook: @RRFeddersen Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and pr...2025-02-271h 05
Anywhere The Needle Drops5 Years of Mix Tapes Made You A Mix Weekly Virtual Mix Tape: February 21st, 2025 The playlist (available on Apple Music, Spotify, Tidal, & YouTube): Be (Intro)- Common Open Road Song- Even 6 The Swimming Song- Loudon Wainwright III Music Is Worth Living For- Andrew WK Mekong- The Refreshments My chat with Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions says the rest. 2025-02-2125 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsJustin WellsJustin Wells might refer to himself as a bit cantankerous, but his music is all about the feels. Heart music, he calls it. Justin has been a friend of the Red Chuck family since nearly the beginning, so it was awesome to check back in and chat about his new album inspired by his wife and how he has grown and evolved over the course of his career and as a human. We talk about finding and sharing the truth in creativity and the healing and fellowship of art and music. ...2025-02-131h 04
Anywhere The Needle DropsAction AdamWhat exactly is a “live visual mix tape”? Local artist Action Adam is in the Red Chuck Studio to lay it all out. We discuss Adam’s evolution from physical making mix tapes to these amazing live events featuring live bands, video, projections, light, and more. We hear about the inspiration, both light and dark, for the work and we celebrate the joy of physical media and liner notes. Adam’s next event takes place on April 19th at 5pm at LangLab in South Bend. And mark your calendars for the extra special show on July 26th at Stock...2025-01-301h 00
Anywhere The Needle DropsShiny Shiny BlackAmber and Nate of Goshen’s Shiny Shiny Black return to the Red Chuck Studio to rerecord after 2024’s lost episode. We dig into their discovery of art and creativity, Nate’s early drum “kit” of books and broken sticks, and learning about music from church and hippies. included song: Stranger In My Own Town official website(s): https://shinyshinyblack.com/ https://linktr.ee/shinyshinyblack Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shiny_shiny_black Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShinyShinyBlack/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ShinyShiny...2025-01-1648 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsJagalchiWe're dropping this one a little late due to the holiday crunch of recent weeks. Russ and Andrew of the post-rock project Jagalchi visit the Red Chuck Studio to chat about their wide and wonderful sounds. We dig into the formation of band, Midwest magic, and share lots of love for Goshen and the local support of art and music. included song: Before The Hunters Became The Hunted official website: https://jagalchi.bandcamp.com Instagram: @jagalchimusic Facebook: @jagalchimusic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFY8G6b8vesa...2024-12-051h 13
Anywhere The Needle DropsFROM THE ARCHIVES: The Crane Wives 2016 RemasterIn honor of the return of The Crane Wives last week, we decided to dig into the archives for our 2016 sit down with the band, backstage at The Livery in Benton Harbor. included song: The Hand That Feeds, Sleeping Giants (after interview) official websites: thecranewives.com keychain.club/thecranewives patreon.com/thecranewives Instagram: @thecranewives TikTok: @thecranewives Facebook: @thecranewives YouTube: @thecranewives Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions2024-11-211h 00
Anywhere The Needle DropsThe Crane Wives Return!Emilee Petersmark and Dan Rickabus of the Crane Wives return to Anywhere The Needle Drops! They bring us news of their upcoming tour, celebrating the recent release of their latest album, Beyond Beyond Beyond. Catch a track from the album and then dive into the discussion about the band’s evolution and the exploration of new sounds and risk-taking, thanks to their loyal fanbase. Also discussed: Emilee’s art, concept albums, and upcoming Michigan winter activities. included song: Time Will Change You official websites: thecranewives.com keychain.club/thecranewives patr...2024-11-1453 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsReminisce.X Returns For AtND Live!Join us as Reminisce.X returns to give us an AtND Live! performance and to chat about working as a producer, scoring film, and local music. Instagram: @reminiscewithme Facebook: @reminisce.x Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/reminiscex Homegrown Hype (Facebook/Instagram): @Homegrownhype Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions2024-11-0730 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsAnna Louise BramlettAfter making a random musical discovery during his journey to Ireland, Justin has been digging into the works of actor, director, writer, and singer/songwriter, Anna Louise Bramlett, particularly her 2023 album, I Promise I’m Happy. Anna Louise joins Justin to discuss her 2024 singles, the themes and experiences behind the 2023 album, and the balance between storytelling and autobiography in art. included song: If I Weren’t An Ocean official website: annalouisebramlett.com Instagram: @annalouisebramlett TikTok: @annalouisemusic YouTube: @annalouisebramlett Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production...2024-10-3157 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsHeyZeus AtND Live!HeyZeus returns to Anywhere The Needle Drops for a live session at Theory One Studios! official links: https://fanlink.tv/Endzone Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyzeusxx/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cutestrapper Design work: https://www.cutelikezeus.net/ https://www.instagram.com/cutelikezeus/ Homegrown Hype: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhype/ https://www.facebook.com/Homegrownhype South Bend Don’t Break: https://www.instagram.com/southbenddontbreak/ Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and pr...2024-10-2434 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsLune the BandPatrick, Brett, Nathaniel, AKA Lune the Band (or ltb, as the kids say) visit the Red Chuck Studio to chat about their upcoming new album (their 4th studio album and the 3rd in the Ship Series.) They dive into the evolution of Lune and the healing & connecting power of music, AKA the gospel in 4/4 time. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions about physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, including against children, as well as discussions of suicide. Please take care in listening. You are loved. I love you. Help is always available at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline...2024-10-171h 07
Anywhere The Needle DropsOn The LashWe’re back! Justin returns from his Ireland adventures just in time to welcome On The Lash, a traditional Irish band based in Kalamazoo. John and Joel virtually join him in the Red Chuck Studio to discuss the resurgence and ongoing growth of traditional Irish culture, as well as the transition to working as a full time musician. included song: Dog In The Distance official website(s): onthelashband.com Instagram: @onthelashbandofficial Facebook: @onthelashbandofficial YouTube: @onthelashbandofficial Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson...2024-10-031h 00
Anywhere The Needle DropsPatty PerShayla & The MayhapsPatty PerShayla & The Mayhaps are bringing the rock to the Red Chuck Studio. Patty, Lucas Powell, and Dave Hempstead join Justin to discuss their current tour and what’s in store for the future of the band. They attempt to identify next big music city, talk about what they’re playing in the tour car, and honor the magic of Bop It!. Catch their current tour, including plenty of Michigan shows: https://www.pattypershayla.com/tour included song: I Want It Faster official website(s): https://www.pattypershayla.com/ http...2024-09-0551 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsThe Erly AtND Live!The Erly are back with us to do an AtND Live! The band performs in-studio, giving us a sneak peak at two new songs, and hangs out to discuss their upcoming "accidental" new album, Salem Nights. Pre-order Salem Lights now and get ready for the album release show coming up on Friday, September 6th in downtown Niles! included songs: 55 On The Other Side, Reading The Call official website: https://theerlyband.com/ Instagram: @theerlyband Face...2024-08-2927 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsBEE! the BandIsaac Fisher and the two Evans (Judson & Krabill) of BEE! The Band, along with Spike the Cat, hang out in the Red Chuck Studio. We dig into who gets each letter in the band name, BEE! themed merchandise, as well as how their varied skills and backgrounds combine to create the fun and joy of their music. We also get a late visit by drummer Birch Baer by phone. included song: Dandelion Man official website(s): https://beetheband.com https://linktr.ee/beetheband https://wearebee.bandcamp.com ...2024-08-231h 03
Anywhere The Needle DropsATND Live! Eli KahnIt’s the debut of AtND Live! Multi-instrumentalist musician Eli Kahn and I hole up with Paul Klimson in Theory One Studios, just a short walk down the hill from the Red Chuck Studio, where Eli delivered an amazing musical performance, followed by a chat on the couch about his current Michigan tour and life as a full-time independent musician. included song: PIXY STIX official website(s): elikahnmusic.com linktr.ee/elikahnmusic afteroursband.bandcamp.com sugarbomb.band soundcloud.com/sugarbombjazz linktr.ee...2024-08-1543 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsStay NamelessBri, Tony, Bryan, and Cody bring tales of their pop punk adventures in Michiana to the Red Chuck Studio. They discuss how their varied experience levels and influences (pop, folk, death metal!) mix and harmonize to create musical magic, including how the elder members of the band work to guide and bring success to the younger members. Vote for Stay Nameless for America’s Next Top Hitmaker: https://tophitmaker.org/2024/stay-nameless included song: TeddyBear Murder official website(s): https://staynameless.bandzoogle.com/home https://linktr.ee/staynameless In...2024-08-0855 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsCorey RonellCorey Ronell stops by the Red Chuck Studio to hang out with Justin and tell the tale of how a surprise experience with a major name in music propelled him to push out his new single, Don’t Stay. They talk the music business, the local scene, and go deep on life, love, and finding growth in dark moments. included song: Don’t Stay Instagram: @coreyronell Facebook: @coreyronell YouTube: @iamcoreybishop Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions2024-07-2557 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsUnion Suit RallyHalf of “the Voltron of country bands”, Union Suit Rally, are here to discuss the “Midwest Sound”. Brad Powers, Chris Cunningham, Brandon Lytle, and John Treeter virtually cram into the Red Chuck Studio to chat about friend homework and their latest album, Sin It Up Now, Hash It Out Later. Brad and company discuss the history of the band, forming through multiple outfits and genres including nu metal and honky tonk before finally blending into the cocktail of folk, americana, and rock they are today. included song: Lie To Me Instagram: @unionsuitrally Facebook: @unionsuitral...2024-07-111h 00
Anywhere The Needle DropsMatt LennyJoin Justin in conversation with local musician, Matt Lenny, as they plunge immediately into a fascinating discussion about the evolution of a single song. Follow Matt as he wrestles with the electric guitar and, inspired by the classic Smokestack Lightnin', creates his own tune, Blacktop Highway. Matt is making Blacktop Highway available in conjunction with this episode. You can find it on Bandcamp or Soundcloud. official website(s): https://mattlenny.com https://linktr.ee/mattlennymusic https://soundcloud.com/mattlennymusic https://mattlenny.bandcamp.com Instagram: @mattlennymusic...2024-06-271h 22
Anywhere The Needle DropsThe Rough & TumbleThe magic of the Internet first brought together Red Chuck Productions and New Hampshire’s The Rough & Tumble, self-described as “dumpster-folk/thriftstore Americana”. Now it brings them to Anywhere The Needle Drops! Just ahead of their July 6th visit to Vickers Theatre in Three Oaks, Mallory Graham and Scott Tyler jump into the Red Chuck Studio with Justin to discuss music and their nomadic lifestyle, spun out of being ejected from Nashville. They dive into underappreciated holidays, slowing down to truly appreciate music & life, and that time Justin was sobbing to the new Taylor Swift album. Don’t miss it...2024-06-1356 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsBrian Vander ArkThe Verve Pipe’s Brian Vander Ark joins Justin in the Red Chuck Studio for a conversation about Brian’s career and life, from the “rise and fall” of The Verve Pipe after The Freshmen to quitting the band and returning, delivering motivating speeches to businesses and karaokeing his own huge hit song to an unknowing audience. Friend Homework! Fire Hazards! Billy The Kid! The Rapture! They get into it all! Be sure to see Brian with The Verve Pipe at the The Acorn Music Festival in Three Oaks, Michigan on June 15th and check out the full wee...2024-05-301h 02
Anywhere The Needle DropsStockroom EastStockroom East is a coworking space, event space, and live music venue in South Bend, Indiana. Michael Yoder and Matt Ingle join Justin in the Red Chuck Studio. They hash out their views on the local music scene and discuss the present and the future of SE as a premier concert venue. CORRECTION: Justin refers to the band behind “Shotgun” as Junior & The Igniters but meant to say Jr. Walker & The All Stars. Upcoming Concerts can be viewed here. official website(s): stockroomeast.com Instagram: @stockroom.east Facebook: @stockroomeast Th...2024-05-1658 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsKelly HoppenjansSinger-songwriter Kelly Hoppenjans joins Justin in conversation to talk about her jump from Nashville to Michigan, songwriting contests, and the tight-knit songwriting community. They gush over local venue, The Acorn, where Kelly returns to play on July 21st. included song: Love of My Life official website: kellyhoppenjans.com Instagram: @kellyhoppinjams Facebook: @kellyhoppmusic YouTube: @KellyHoppenjans Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions As Discussed: Joe Humphrey Art 2024-05-0253 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsRobert Connely FarrBentonia Blues musician Robert Connely Farr chats with Justin about Mississippi and Bentonia Blues, the Drive By Truckers and life lessons through music. included song: Gettin Tired of Gettin Old from the album, Pandora Sessions official website(s): robertconnelyfarr.com robertconnelyfarr.bandcamp.com Instagram: @robertconnelyfarr Facebook: @robertconnelyfarr YouTube: Robert Connely Farr Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions As Discussed: The Living Bubba- Drive-By Truckers 2024-04-181h 03
Anywhere The Needle DropsMiles NielsenMiles Nielsen jumps into the world of Anywhere The Needle Drops! Son of Cheap Trick’s Rick Nielsen, Miles has been rocking out for years with the Rusted Hearts. he and Justin reminisce(?) about COVID virtual performances and discuss sound mixing, learning through suffering, and Miles' friendship with Roger Clyne, one of Justin’s all-time-favorite musicians. Miles Nielsen & the Rusted Hearts will be back in the area, playing the Acorn Theater, on April 5th. included song: Overpass, from the album Ohbahoy. official website: milesnielsen.com Instagram: @therustedhearts Facebook: @MilesNielsenMusic YouTub...2024-04-041h 03
Anywhere The Needle DropsFROM THE ARCHIVES: Lindsay Lou (2015) RemasterBONUS EPISODE! Lindsay was on the show a few months back AND she came up often in last week’s discussion with fellow Michiganders, The Accidentals, so it seemed the perfect time to rerelease her original appearance on the show from oh-so-many years back. Enjoy this remastered bonus episode of Anywhere The Needle Drops. One of Michigan’s premier creators and purveyors of bluegrass, folk, and Americana talks hanging out and jamming with the amazing musicians in Nashville and highlights her new album, Queen of Time. official website(s): lindsayloumusic.com stor...2024-03-2837 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsThe AccidentalsOne of Michigan’s finest musical groups are in the Red Chuck Studio. It’s The Accidentals! Sav and Katie hang out with Justin to discuss upcoming recording projects (covers! children’s songs!), finding oneself in music & art, and just where all of the snow in Michigan went. The Accidentals return to the region in April, including a stop at Bell's Back Room in Kalamazoo on April 26th! included song: Heart of Glass official website: theaccidentalsmusic.com patreon: patreon.com/theaccidentals Instagram: @theaccidentalsmusic Facebook: @theaccidentals Twitter...2024-03-211h 11
Anywhere The Needle DropsDance SocietyLet’s dance! Sharon of Dance Society joins Justin in the Red Chuck Studio. Dance Society is a local source of good times, good people, and good vibrations. Dance socials! Dance classes featuring unexpected themes such as Bo Burnham, Abba, Phoebe Bridgers, and Shania Twain. Sharon’s events uplift the soul and bring together some of the most wonderful people in the region. She hangs with Justin to discuss her history in the dance world, the beginnings of Dance Society, and philosophies on life and creativity in body & mind. official website(s): https://www.ourdancesociety.com2024-03-071h 06
Anywhere The Needle DropsCall Me MalcolmCall Me Malcolm is a ska punk band hailing from England, making this the 3rd time a guest has hopped (virtually) across the big waters to join us on Anywhere The Needle Drops. Musicians who have earned the respect of the bands they once (and still) idolized, they are bringing us their latest album, Echoes & Ghosts, on March 1st! Lucias Malcolm and Mark Farthing of the band hang out with Justin to discuss their history in music and ska punk, the dangers of unorganized playlists, secret clubs, and awkwardly hugging Goldfinger. Preorder Echoes & Ghosts now...2024-02-221h 18
Anywhere The Needle DropsFROM THE ARCHIVES: Dan Deitrich (2016) RemasterBONUS Episode. Our recent guest, Dan Deitrich, first joined us nearly a decade ago. Hear the remastered version of our original conversation in this bonus episode of Anywhere The Needle Drops! official website: https://danieldeitrich.bandcamp.com Instagram, Facebook, X: @danieldeitrich Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions Please rate and review wherever you get your podcasts!2024-02-1538 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsJake SimmonsJake Simmons is finally on Anywhere the Needle Drops! Jake has been making good ol' rock and roll as a solo artist, leading Jake Simmons & The Little Ghosts, and in Katy Needs A Life. My favorite rocker from Kalamazoo is virtually in the Red Chuck Studio to chat about what’s been and what’s to come. official website: http://www.jakesimmons.us/ Bandcamp: https://jakesimmons.bandcamp.com/ Instagram, Facebook: @jakesimmonslg Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions2024-02-0853 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsFROM THE ARCHIVES: The Rutabega RemasterIt’s the latest bonus episode, a remaster of my 2014 conversation with The Rutabega, one of South Bend’s finest bands. Last week, we spoke to forestlike. Joshua Wayne Hensley, one half of forestlike, is also one half of The Rutabega. This is a waaaayback journey, nearly a decade ago, in local music history. Enjoy! official website: therutabega.com Bandcamp: https://theseknottylines.bandcamp.com Instagram: @the_rutabega Facebook: @theseknottylines YouTube: @the_rutabega Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Produc2024-02-011h 18
Anywhere The Needle Dropsforestlikeforestlike is the latest musical project of Joshua Wayne Hensley and Jared Myers. You’ll remember JWH from past episodes with his other project, The Rutabega, as well as from plenty of our mix tapes over the years, featuring both that band and Josh’s solo work. We discuss the peaceful and fantastical vibe of forestlike, as well as plenty of other projects from both Jared and JWH. The self-titled forestlike album is out now! official website: https://bit.ly/m/forestlike Bandcamp: https://forestlike.bandcamp.com/album/forestlike 2024-01-251h 11
Anywhere The Needle DropsThe ErlyWe kick off 2024 with a groove! Local live favorites, The Erly, enter the Red Chuck Studio, just in time for their show this weekend at Earworm Records, during the Hunter Ice Festival! The Erly at Earworm Records: Saturday, January 13th, 7pm official website: https://linktr.ee/theerly Instagram, Facebook: @theerlyband Flame The Main Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6E-VeiK1Y8 Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions2024-01-1157 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsHeyZeusIt’s HeyZeus, South Bend hip hop musician, designer, former prospective Power Ranger, and more! The artist known as “the cutest rapper” joins Justin to discuss finding an artistic voice and the magic of learning & growing, creatively and in life. Zeus shares with us his artistic journey and his love of the South Bend and local scene. official links: https://lnk.bio/BuyOneGetOneFree3 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyzeusxx/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cutestrapper Design work: https://www.cutelikezeus.net/ https://www.instagram.com/cutelikezeus/ Home...2023-12-211h 01
Anywhere The Needle DropsDan DeitrichDan Deitrich returns to Anywhere The Needle Drops. We discuss his activism work with the Vote Common Good project and his his great new single, “Let It Run”. Hear the exclusive Red Chuck Studio live performance of that tune AND the yet-to-be-released, mostly finished, may not even end up named “Be Here Now“. official website: https://danieldeitrich.bandcamp.com Instagram, Facebook, X: @danieldeitrich Vote Common Good: https://www.votecommongood.com/ Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions Please rate and review...2023-12-0752 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsReminisce.XJoin us in the Red Chuck Studio as we hang out with Reminisce.X! We talk race, gender, and sexuality in music and the messages we communicate through art. We also dive into the fantastic Homegrown Hype project and all the cool in the local hip hop and music scene. Instagram: @reminiscewithme Facebook: @reminisce.x Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/reminiscex Homegrown Hype (Facebook/Instagram): @Homegrownhype Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions As D...2023-11-221h 11
Anywhere The Needle DropsBrittany Lee MoffittJoin Justin as he hangs out with regional singer/songwriter Brittany Lee Moffitt. We discuss her latest release, Guests, and dive into the challenges of social anxiety, the danger of the hustle, finding purpose, and how we responded to the pandemic as artists and humans. official website: linktr.ee/brittanyleemoffitt Instagram: @brittanyleemoffittmusic Facebook: facebook.com/brittanyleemoffitt YouTube: @BrittanyLeeMoffitt Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions As Discussed: Armchair Expert Podcast Like, Literally, Dude: Argu...2023-11-091h 15
Anywhere The Needle Drops230005.5 Hero Jr- The Original 2012 Interview RemasteredYou heard Hero Jr. last week. Now hear our first interview with them from 2012 on the very first episode of Anywhere The Needle Drops! AtND Episode 1, Remastered! official website: herojrmusic.com Instagram: @herojr Facebook: @herojrmusic YouTube: @HeroJrOfficial Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions2023-11-0255 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsIt's the Return of Hero Jr!Hero Jr. is back! We welcome Evan Haughey of Indianapolis' rock and rollers, Hero Jr, back to the show. Evan returns for the second time, as he and his brother, Matt, appeared on the very first episode of Anywhere The Needle Drops over ten years ago. We check in to see where things are going with the band these days and feature the full version of out theme music, the Hero Jr. song Deep End Price Tag. official website: herojrmusic.com Instagram: @herojr Facebook: @herojrmusic YouTube: @HeroJrOfficial Theme music by H...2023-10-2649 min
Anywhere The Needle DropsLindsay Lou returns!Lindsay Lou is back on Anywhere the Needle Drops! One of Michigan’s premier creators and purveyors of bluegrass, folk, and Americana talks hanging out and jamming with the amazing musicians in Nashville and highlights her new album, Queen of Time. Lindsay will be back in Michigan later this month, so be sure to catch one of the shows. official website: https://www.lindsayloumusic.com/ Facebook, Instagram: @lindsayloumusic Music: https://stores.portmerch.com/lindsaylou/ Tour Dates in Michigan and beyond: Oct 19 Thu, Lindsay Lou @ The Ark @ 8:00pm, Ann...2023-10-121h 03
Anywhere The Needle DropsAbbie ThomasLocal singer-songwriter Abbie Thomas joins me at the Red Chuck Studio! Abbie is one of the most active local musicians in the Michiana region, entertaining audiences solo and with her band at the best of local venues, wineries, and more. We discuss how she found her way into music as both art and career, where she finds her inspiration, and just how much my parents love her. See Abbie at the Livery in Benton Harbor on Saturday, September 30th! official website: https://abbiethomasmusic.com/ Instagram, TikTok, YouTube: @abbiethomasmusic Facebook: https://ww...2023-09-281h 05
Anywhere The Needle DropsJillian Speece of The BergamotI’m joined by Jillian Speece, one half of the indie folk rock duo, The Bergamot! The Bergamot has been bringing energetic shows to fans across the world. Though currently based in New York, their roots are right here in Michiana, forming in South Bend in 2010 and returning regularly to the land they call home. Jillian tells me all about the band’s award winning documentary, State of the Unity, and the story of the tour it follows, with its message of love and music. We discuss dreaming big, empathy through art, and then Jillian turn...2023-09-281h 22
Stew on This!40's Theme Supper with Jake CinningerThis week on a fresh episode of "Stew on This!" with Rob Turner and Karl Engelmann,It’s 40’s season!Karl chefs up a bean, cheese & pork fritter, brisket, and 4 whole chickens marinated in Olde English malt liquor. Karl and Rob each indulge in a King Cobra 40oz while chatting with the show’s very first guest, Jake Cinninger!In this food-themed conversation, Jake talks about an array of topics including his favorite childhood food & restaurants, what city blew him away with its food, and what city left him feeling disappointed. Jake also talks...2022-09-081h 12
Audio Articles From LSI, PSW and Church SoundRoadies EndureTom Wood’s journey from mix engineer to Ironman Triathlete.by Paul Klimson2022-07-2808 min
Signal To Noise Podcast163. The Roadie Clinic, Work-Life Balance & BurnoutPaul and Courtney Klimson of the Roadie Clinic joins the hosts on episode 164. They talk about the progress over the last two years and some of the impact The Clinic has had on our industry. The topic of work-life balance and burnout is discussed further as Paul, Courtney, and the hosts share their personal struggles with this and some advice to go along with it.The Roadie Clinic wants you to come to them for any problem. Courtney and the team have set up an industry referral network including therapy, financial, medical insurance, legal counsel, passport services, and...2022-07-201h 29
Serotonin Sunday011 - LeyeT, MacKenzie Bourg, Mary Shenouda & Paul Klimson (The Roadie Clinic)Serotonin Sunday, hosted by recording artist and mental health advocate Dylan Dunlap, is a stigma-free space designed to pull back the curtain on the creatives who cultivate the art we love! Each episode features 3-4 singer-songwriters playing their favorite songs and puts the spotlight on one amazing organization doing work in the mental health space. Whether you personally struggle with a mental health condition, you know somebody that struggles, or you just want to listen, you’ve come to the right place and are welcome here. The goal each Sunday is to open up a real conversation; all while ra...2022-07-1858 min
The Beautifully Human PodcastPaul Klimson... Roadie For The Roadie Clinic...Paul Klimson joins today. We have a beautiful chat about the incredible work The Roadie Clinic is doing.
x
Their mission is beautiful... We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle.
x
Paul fully embodies this. Truly a beautiful human.
x
Listen in to our chat about life, the music industry, and sobriety.
x
Support The Roadie Clinic...
https://www.theroadieclinic.com/
x
Connect with us on i...2021-01-191h 17
Waxless Radio: The PodcastEPISODE FIVE: NBDPaul Klimson, all-star audio engineer (Justin Timberlake, The Roots, John Legend, Alicia Keys, Drake, Madonna, etc.) sits down to talk about life in the music industry, starting a not-for-profit clinic for touring music industry professionals, and escaping New York City in the eleventh hour of the covid lockdown, and shares some behind the scenes tech from the Justin Timberlake Man of the Woods tour. 2020-11-2454 min
The Backstage Lounge#17 Paul Klimson Part 1 - Sound Engineer, Self-Worth, Our GurusAndrew has a chat with Sound Engineer Paul Klimson. Having been in the music industry for decades, Paul has been on tour with Justin Timberlake and John Legend. Also was the monitoring engineer for Jimmy Fallon's Late Night and Tonight Show and worked closely with The Roots. Now recently having open a non-profit organization called The Roadie Clinic that focuses on Roadies and their families on and off tours.Instantly discovering how like-minded they are they dive into many topics as they discuss how the pandemic has affected their work but also the art itself. How artists...2020-11-131h 01
The Backstage Lounge#18 Paul Klimson Part 2 - The Renaissance, Late Night with The Roots, The YouthAndrew continues his conversation with Sound Engineer Paul Klimson. They talk about their hope for an artistic Renaissance. Also, discuss Paul's time on Late Night TV working with The Roots. They bring up the importance of arts education and also how the youth are shaping the landscape now and in the future.Head to the blogpost for further details and explained references for this episode.Follow us on:FacebookInstagramWebsiteCredits:Podcast Image by Findae Photography and DesignSong:In One Place by Barradeen...2020-11-1356 min
The Music Biz 101 & More PodcastPaul & Courtney Klimson - Theory One Productions: Music Biz 101 & More PodcastMusic Biz 101 & More is the only radio show in America that focuses on the business side of the music & entertainment worlds. Hosted by William Paterson University's Dr. Stephen Marcone & Professor David Kirk Philp, the show airs live each Wednesday at 8pm on WPSC-FM, Brave New Radio.
In this episode, we talk all Courtney & Paul Klimson. They're married, suffer from bi-polar disorder and anxiety issues, run a production studio (Theory One Productions), ran sound for Drake, and have created an oasis in the middle of Michigan, The Roadie Clinic, for tour personnel to vegetate during or after a tour. You should l...2020-10-211h 06
Beyond the SpotlightEp. 017: Paul Klimson - Monitor EngineerPaul Klimson brings twenty highly-credited years of technical experience to the details of audio, staging, video, and lighting arrangement in the areas of television broadcasts, arena performances, international music festivals, and top-tier special events production. He designs, creates, and implements the technical foundation upon which the most resonating musical performances of the day exist.What musicians - like Justin Timberlake, John Legend, and The Roots – understand is that Paul’s technical contributions help drive undeniable impact to their talented performances and serve in collaborative partnership to the extraordinary moments in their audience experience. They trust him. They depe...2020-08-011h 20Signal To Noise Podcast45. The Clinic - A Roadie Advocacy GroupIn the world of professional production, life on the road can be challenging, and now there’s a support group to help production pros meet those challenges. In Episode 45, the hosts talk with Paul and Courtney Klimson, industry veterans are establishing The Clinic, a non-profit agency to provide essential resources to touring pros and their families that’s based in southwest Michigan. "Our mission is simple. We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle." Paul’s career includes 20 highly credited years of product...2020-05-0645 min