Also I’d like to welcome back to the show Music Record Shop!! They relocated to Washington Ave now, so swing by and check out their new location! New records in every Friday. Shop online 24/7 at MusicRecordShop.com.
Thu, 6 April 2017
Last week I caught up with The Royal Furs at a Denny's in Warrenton, MO to talk about their album FEVER DREAM, their new videos, playing the 3rd Annual Rock Paper Podcast birthday show, answer questions from the fans, Saved By The Bell and everything in between. We talk about their album FEVER DREAM that is now available on TheRoyalFurs.bandcamp.com & Spotify. Physical copies at shows. On this episode you'll hear
Check out their EXCLUSIVE new music video for "BLOOD & HONEY" on YouTube. See The Royal Furs LIVE 4/6 at Rose Music Hall in Columbia, MO with Dead Soldiers 5/19 & 20 at Hong Kong Pizza Party in Plano, IL with Hounds, Hooten Hallers, Bassamp and Dano & more 7/1 at The Firebird in St.Louis, MO with Hounds, Bald Eagle Mountain & Forgetting January. Follow The Royal Furs on Facebook & Instagram. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY
Thanks to Gaslight for all of their support with this show. Check out GaslightSTL.com and schedule a tour today if you haven’t been by there. It’s a beautiful recording studio attached to a bar! Follow them on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. Join us 4/8 for the Gaslight Collective album release party with Brother Lee and The Leather Jackals, Cara Louise Band, 4th City, Miss Molly Simms & Culprit Manifest at The Ready Room.
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Thu, 6 April 2017
Stephen Favazza of Hands and Feet makes his return to the show! We dive right into talking about this weekends Lo-Fi Cherokee video shoot, new music, joining Golden Curls, Scrub and Ace Ha, FarFetched, The Link-Up and more. On this episode you'll hear
Check out more Hands And Feet on ITunes, Spotify or HandsAndFeet.bandcamp.com. Check your local record stores from Sour Times vinyl or Hotel EP cassettes. See Hands And Feet LIVE April 8th at Yaquis on Cherokee 2: 45 filming his Lofi Cherokee music video. Come be a part of the taping! April 8th with Golden Curls at Cafe Berlin in Columbia, MO for StarFlyer Festival with Seashine, Caveofswords & many more April 15th at Schlafly Tap Room with Caveofswords Follow Hands And Feet on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music Apps or click PLAY
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Tue, 4 April 2017
Hanging out with the guys of STL Ska band Boomtown United for this episode! We talk about how they formed, their recent tour with Mathias & The Pirates and Moon Bandits, upcoming shows and when we might expect new music. See them LIVE 4/14 at Fubar with The Big News 5/20 at The Crack Fox with The Bishops Follow them on Facebook for more dates!
Thanks to Gaslight for all of their support with this show. Check out GaslightSTL.com and schedule a tour today if you haven’t been by there. It’s a beautiful recording studio attached to a bar! Follow them on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. Join us 4/8 for the Gaslight Collective album release party with Brother Lee and The Leather Jackals, Cara Louise Band, 4th City, Miss Molly Simms & Culprit Manifest at The Ready Room.
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Sun, 2 April 2017
Caught up with singer songwriter Aina Cook the other night. We sat outside of a St.Louis Bread Company talking about her songwriting, moving to the United States, school at Mizzou, singing with Al Holliday & The East Side Rhythm Band & Sean Canan's Voodoo Players and so much more On this episode you'll hear 3 originals and 1 cover from Aina Cook
See Aina LIVE 4/12 at Broadway Oyster Bar with Sean Canan's Voodoo Players performing Jerry Garcia music 4/28 at Delmar Hall with Al Holliday & The East Side Rhythm Band 6/3 at Old Rock House with Al Holliday & The East Side Rhythm Band & Funky Butt Brass, The Grooveliner & The Provels. Follow Aina Cook on Facebook for more updates. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Thu, 30 March 2017
Miss Molly Simms returns to the show to discuss her new album FALSE SUCCESS, recording at Gaslight, the Release Party, stories behind some of the songs, and play some live acoustic. On this episode you'll hear 3 songs from FALSE SUCCESS
Pick up your copy APRIL 8th at The Ready Room for the Gaslight collective release party. Album Releases and LIVE music from
More details on Gaslight's Facebook page. You can also catch Miss Molly Simms LIVE 4/15 at The Crack Fox with We're A Happy Family (Ramones tribute) 4/21 at Smoke & Barrel Fayetteville, AR Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Tue, 28 March 2017
Discrepancies stop by the show for their 3rd appearance!! We talk about their new album THE AWAKENING they recorded with Matt Amelung, their upcoming show for the Road To Pointfest, some stories of life on the road, and a lot more! On this episode you'll hear
Pick up the full album today at DiscrepanciesMusic.com along with a shirt or hoodie. Also available on all your digital platforms including Itunes & Spotify. See them LIVE 4/28 at Pop's in Sauget for the Road To Pointfest FINALS Follow them on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram for more show announcements! Check out their videos on YouTube!
Thanks to Gaslight for all of their support with this show. Check out GaslightSTL.com and schedule a tour today if you haven’t been by there. It’s a beautiful recording studio attached to a bar! Follow them on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. Join us 4/8 for the Gaslight Collective album release party with Brother Lee and The Leather Jackals, Cara Louise Band, 4th City, Miss Molly Simms & Culprit Manifest at The Ready Room.
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Sat, 25 March 2017
Jackson Howard returns for his 3rd appearance on the show!! We hang out and talk about his new album JUST FOR THE MYSTERY, stories behind some of the songs, recording in Nashville, the release party, moving and so much more. Join us April 2nd at KDHX The Stage in St.Louis, MO for Jackson Howard's JUST FOR THE MYSTERY album release party with special guests Hillary Fitz & Rachel Horter. On this episode you'll hear 4 new songs from the album:
Be sure to follow Jackson on Facebook & Twitter. Check out his previous album ABOUT LIFE on Spotify & ITunes if you haven't already. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Thu, 23 March 2017
Over the weekend I sat down with Comedian Yale Hollander over coffee at Six North in Wentzville, MO. We talked about his start in comedy, starting later in life, some of the great shows around town and starting his own show and his writing. See Yale at Brennan's April 16th (Every 3rd Sunday) for his new show Comedy Penthouse with headliner Chris Cyr. Follow Yale on Twitter & Facebook for more dates coming soon. Also a good chance you'll catch him at some of the comedy open mics mentioned on the show.
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Tue, 21 March 2017
Welcome back to the show City Of Parks! These guys just released a brand new cd titled FIND YOUR VOICE EP. On this episode we talk about some of the songs, recording with Matt Amelung, hittiing the road & much more. Grab yourself a copy of their FIND YOUR VOICE EP on ITunes or stream on Spotify. Pick up a physical copy at any of their shows!! On this episode you'll hear:
See them LIVE 3/25 at Delmar Hall with Fivefold & Welcome Home 3/31 at The Firebird for an Akaline Trio tribute set 4/29 at Royal Skate in Chicago with Disguise The Limit, Ashland, New Lingo, A Semester Abroad, Revolt Coda & The Red Line. Follow City of Parks on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram! Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY
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Mon, 20 March 2017
Over the weekend I stopped in at Encapsulated Studios to talk with my friend recording engineer & producer Matthew Amelung. We dive into it talking about some of the latest projects he's help work on including albums from Discrepancies, Ashland, City of Parks, New Lingo, The Hush List and more. Come see Matt with his band Fivefold SATURDAY NIGHT 3/25/17 at Delmar Hall with special guests Welcome Home & City of Parks. $15. Available from band members or Ticketmaster.com
On this episode you'll hear:
All of these songs are available on all of your digital music is sold including ITunes & Spotify. Follow these bands & Matthew Amelung- Producer/Engineer on Facebook for more information. MatthewAmelung.com Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY
Thanks to Gaslight for all of their support with this show. Check out GaslightSTL.com and schedule a tour today if you haven’t been by there. It’s a beautiful recording studio attached to a bar! Carter Hulsey there on March 26th. Follow them on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram.
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Sun, 19 March 2017
The other day I took a drive out to Peno in Clayton, MO to meet up with Amanda Raye to discuss her return to St.Louis, her EP, songwriting, upcoming shows, American Idol, and so much more! On this episode you'll hear 3 songs from her RULES EP
Pick up a copy of the EP on CDBaby.com or stream on Spotify. See Amanda Raye LIVE 4/7 at Seven in Belleville, IL 4/11 at Joe Mancuso MS Benefit at Sheldon Concert Hall 6/15 at Evangeline's 9/30 at Focal Point Follow her on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram for more information & dates. AmandaRayeMusic.com
Thanks to Gaslight for all of their support with this show. Check out GaslightSTL.com and schedule a tour today if you haven’t been by there. It’s a beautiful recording studio attached to a bar! Carter Hulsey there on March 26th. Follow them on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram.
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Fri, 17 March 2017
I stopped in over at Debbie's basement the other night to hang out with Opposites Attack at band practice. We talked about their new album FINDING POSITIVE IN THE NEGATIVE, recording, songwriting, upcoming shows, some history of the band, and all kinds of other stuff. On this episode you'll hear 4 tracks from the new album
Pick up your copy today at Music Record Shop, ITunes or stream it on Spotify. Or grab a copy at these upcoming shows.. April 1st at Rude Fest at Fubar in St.Louis, MO May 6 at Fubar with Murphy's Law Follow them on Facebook for more dates announced. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY
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Thu, 16 March 2017
The other day I stopped in at Firebird to talk with my friend Anthony Sasser about his work around the St.Louis music scene. We talk everything from him playing with Make Me Break Me, being a talent buyer with The Beard Productions and his latest adventure as a co-owner of The Firebird. We also get into The Beard's own line of beard oil and other beard tips, Cardinals baseball and a whole lot more. If you haven't been by yet, check out The Firebird at FirebirdSTL.com. We talk about some upcoming dates including:
Full listing on the website. Be sure to follow along on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. On this episode you'll hear "Another First Date" from Anthony's band Make Me Break Me. Music available for purchase on CdBaby.com & more. Physical copies from Anthony at The Firebird! Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY
Thanks to Gaslight for all of their support with this show. Check out GaslightSTL.com and schedule a tour today if you haven’t been by there. It’s a beautiful recording studio attached to a bar! Come by March 18 come see Scrub LIVE for Gaslight Sessions. Carter Hulsey there on March 26th. Follow them on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram.
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Sun, 12 March 2017
A bit ago I stopped in to visit my friends Les Gruff and the Billy Goat. It was really a lot of fun to catch up with these guys talking about their new album THE LAST NIGHT, recording, songwriting, Release Party, touring, BBQ, playing the recorder, and everything in between. On this episode you can get a sneak peek at the new album with two songs "7 Years" & "Half a Mile". You can currently grab 4 other new tunes from their EP that are available at LesGruff.com. Come on out to OFF BROADWAY on April 1st for the release of THE LAST NIGHT with special guests Matthew McNeal, River Kittens & The Old Souls Revival. Tickets available at OffBroadwaySTL.com You can also see Les Gruff LIVE: 3/18 at Honky-Tonk BBQ in Chicago, IL 4/22 at Naked Vine in Chesterfield, MO Be sure to follow them on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram to keep up to date.
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Thu, 9 March 2017
Sunday I stopped by the Firebird to hang out with some of my buddies that are putting together a big show Saturday April 1st at The Firebird, it's We Are United's 2nd birthday party with special guests Sky Burnt White, Conquer as They Come, Isabella, Verba Stellae, Calloway Circus & Disguise The Limit. $8 On this episode I'm joined by Gabe Stroup (Sky Burnt White), Gary Johnston (Verba Stellae), Patrick Scheel & Andrew VanDyke (Conquer As They Come) & Jorden Coco Murray (We Are United). Also featuring appearances by Anthony Sasser (Firebird), Korey Smith (Apollo's Daughter), Phatbeatz Steve (Discrepancies) & Tom Williams (OATM). Fair warning there a few parts that kinda loud as we were laughing through the show, mostly at Gary's crazy comments. Keep in mind this was 6 guys recording around a single mic. Thanks to Gary for supplying the Casey's Pizza. Thanks to Firebird for letting us hang out and putting up with our shenanigans. Thanks to Gaslight & Music Record Shop for sponsoring this show and supporting local music! See you all April 1st at The Firebird!! Be sure to follow all of these bands on Facebook and check out their music! I threw in a few tunes to get you more excited for this party, you'll hear
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Tue, 7 March 2017
Last night I went over to Blue Lotus Recording Studio in St.Louis, MO to hang out with friend of the show Paul Niehaus & Gene Jackson. We talk all about Gene's new record 1963 which was recorded, produced, co-written & features Paul Neihaus on several instruments. They gave me an advance copy of the album to listen to and it's really great! I highly encourage you to come out to Beale on Broadway in St.Louis on Friday March 10th for Gene Jackson's album release party. They plan to play the record in its entirety. 8pm showtime! On this episode you'll hear Gene & Paul play "Only God Can Help Us" LIVE for Rock Paper Podcast from Blue Lotus studio. Closing out the show you'll hear the opening track "That's Why I Love You". The record will be available in physical copies at the show Friday & digitally on ITunes & Spotify. Be sure to check out their NPR Tiny Desk submission for "Son" Follow Gene Jackson & Blue Lotus on Facebook! Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Mon, 6 March 2017
The other day I stopped in at the Gaslight in St.Louis to hang out with my friends JB Anderson (Owner of Gaslight), Matt McElwrath (The Loft Sessions/Media Outlaws) & Curt Copeland to talk about their partnership and the work they've been doing for St.Louis Music. Coming up Mar 10 Cree Rider Family Band CD release at The Stage KDHX (Recorded at Gaslight) Mar 11 ACLU Fundraiser at Sasha's on Shaw with Gavin M, Knuckles, Elliot Pearson, River Kittens, Maness Brothers & more. $10 donation March 18th Scrub at Gaslight for Gaslight Session live filming Mar 21 Monkh & The People EP available online (Recorded at Gaslight) April 8 Gaslight Release Party with Brother Lee & The Leather Jackals, Cara Louise Band, Miss Molly Simms & Fame Machine at The Ready Room Check out GaslightSTL.com for more information. Subscribe to The Loft Sessions on YouTube. Follow both on Facebook! Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY
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Fri, 3 March 2017
Ryan Kemp & Wayne Imboden return to the show and brought along Andy Grossi to talk about their new Oak, Steel & Lightning album, tour, festivals, their brand new music video, songwriting and more. Check out their video for "Lil More Willie" on YouTube Join us March 8th at OFF BROADWAY in St.Louis, MO for their Album Release Party with Still Shine & Hillary Fitz Band. $10 includes the new album Chasin The Sunset. "Lil More Willie" will be on that album as well as "Mermac Rising" & "Honkytonkin" which you can hear on this episode. Don't miss Oak, Steel & Lightning at MoRoots Festival April 27-29 at Bass River Resort with Aaron Kamm & The One Drops, Driftaways, Madahoochi, Cas Haley, Mighty Pines, River Kittens, Way Down Wanders and tons more! BassResort.com for tickets. Follow them on Facebook for more dates. Coming to a city near you! Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY
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Wed, 1 March 2017
The other night I stopped in at the West End Grill in St.Louis, MO to hang out with my friend Madison Thorn of Madison Thorn Photography and 4&20: A CSNY Tribute. We've quickly become good friends and I was excited for the opportunity to sit and talk with her about her band, photography, a bunch of friends and everything in between. See Madison with 4&20 at Delmar Hall on 3/31. Tickets available at the box office or Ticketmaster.com On this episode you'll hear a few clips of them doing "Deja Vu" & "Find The Cost of Freedom" Follow Madison Thorn Photography on Facebook. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on Itunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Sat, 25 February 2017
Stopped in at band practice to hang out with Fly Method! Talking about their sound, early days, touring, new music, their music video, and everything in between. See them LIVE 2/25 at Cicero's 5/13 at Cicero's On this episode you'll hear "Grace of God" & "Grizzly" both songs are available on Soundcloud for download or YouTube. Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY
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Fri, 24 February 2017
The other day I caught up with friend of the show Gus Page (of Hobo Empire) to talk about some of his new projects including a solo album, Gus Page Trio, his work with Curtis Wilcoxen at Micgrogroove and much more. On this episode you'll hear
Pick up a copy of Gus Page's record FOLLOWING TRADITION at CD Reunion or Music Reunion or any shows. Stream it on YouTube. See Gus LIVE 2/25 Gus Page Trio at Church Street Bar 3/4 Gus Page Trio at Red Fish Blue Fish 3/11 With Irish Xiles at Scottrade Center If you want to know more about Mircogroove and their recording services give them a call at 636-466-2617 and follow them on Facebook! Listen to the Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Tue, 21 February 2017
Over the weekend I met up with Pascal of Late Night with Pascal and Beautiful Beef production at Coffee Cartel in the CWE. You may hear some background noise and the shop was pretty busy on a gorgeous February day in St.Louis. We talked about his start in the business, starting his own show Late Night With Pascal, his web series Missing, social media and his 1 year anniversary party for LNWP coming soon. Come out every Thursday to the Live Juke Joint in Maplewood for a live taping. See the show on Sunday nights 1:30am on ABC 30. Subscribe to Beautiful Beef productions on YouTube. Follow Pascal on Instagram & Twitter. LIKE the Late Night With Pascal page on Facebook for exclusive clips. Join us March 23 for the 1 year Anniversary live taping in Chesterfield, MO in the Percer Center at Logan Chiropractic College. Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY
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Sun, 19 February 2017
Last night I met up with Stephen, Mike & Rich of System Slave to talk about their new album on the way, their music video, crowd funding, and play some live acoustic. On this episode you'll hear 3 songs from their upcoming release (Due out June '17) "Road Less Traveled On" "The Beast In Me" (Live Acoustic) "Shine" Be sure to pre-order the new album, a shirt or hoodie TODAY on GoFundMe.com Follow System Slave on Facebook. Check out their video from J.T. Ibanez for "Road Less Traveled On" now on YouTube. Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY
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Fri, 17 February 2017
A little while ago I caught up with Michael Bivens Guitarist/Producer/Audio Engineer and more. We talk about his work with his band Connibal Road, recording other bands like Forgetting January & The Vondrukes, working on a solo project called Macaroni Tree, touring with Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top, his recording studio Redwood Studios and everything in between. On this episode you'll hear a lot examples of Micheael's work
Follow Michael Bivens Audio Engineer on Facebook for more updates from the studio. Visit Redwoodstudios.net or MBivens.net to contact Michael about recording your next project. Listen on Itunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Thu, 16 February 2017
I sat down with the other night with Pono AM in Festus, MO to talk about the band, touring, playing with Brother Lee & The Leather Jackals, their music video for debut single "Good Vibes", upcoming shows, their album release party and more. See Pono AM LIVE 2/18 at The Sinkhole with Shitstorm, Backwash & Hyper Tensions 3/17 CD Release with Bruiser Queen 4/13 at Schlafly Tap Room with Sad Baxter & Polyshades Follow them on Facebook for more dates! On this episode you'll hear "Good Vibes" & "Not for Me". Visit PonoAM.bandcamp.com to download. Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Sat, 11 February 2017
This week I stopped in to visit with singer songwriter Daniel C. Roth. We get to talk about his solo album PLAY YOUR MUSIC, his new band Liquid Moon & their SHAKE'YO'BREAKDOWN EP, and play some live acoustic tunes. See Daniel LIVE 2/14 at Livery Company for Broadway Broadcast Songwriter showcase hosted by Curt Copeland. On this episode you'll hear
Check out both his solo album and the Liquid Moon EP on CdBaby.com, Bandcamp, ITunes or Spotify. Be sure to follow both Daniel C. Roth Music & Liquid Moon on Facebook for more dates coming soon. Listen on Itunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Fri, 10 February 2017
The other night I stopped by The Temple Recording Studio to hang out with the guys of Skyline In Ruins and their producer Jeff Wasser. We talk about how the band formed on Craigslist, working with Jeff in the studio, their new EP coming soon, and their big show coming up tomorrow! See Skyline In Ruins in the Finals for Road To Pointfest Saturday 2/11 at Pop's $6 with
Keep an eye for their new EP and a release party hopefully in April! Follow them on Facebook for more dates. Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Wed, 8 February 2017
A bit ago I caught up with Pop Punk rockers Dillon & Alex of The Winks before their show at The Way Out Club. We talked about their album, touring, Green Day & upcoming shows. On this episode you'll hear
Available on ITunes & Spotify. See them LIVE Feb 11 at San Loo with The Beautiful, Captain Dee & the Long Johns & The Jag-Wires. Mar 31- Apr 2 at Fubar for Rude Festival April 26 at Fubar Follow them on Facebook for more dates Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Tue, 7 February 2017
The other night I stopped in to visit my friend Pop/RnB singer songwriter Paige Alyssa. We talked about how we met, Sean Canan's Voodoo Players, her first 2 EP's, new music, early influences and everything in between. See Paige LIVE 2/8 at Broadway Oyster Bar singing with Sean Canan's Voodoo Players playing all Bob Marley 930-1a 2/17 at 2720 Cherokee performing with her band before Believe Cycle On this episode you'll hear:
Buy some Paige Alyssa music on ITunes or Amazon. Listen on SoundCloud. Follow her on Facebook for more dates. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Sat, 4 February 2017
This week I caught up with 2 producer/engineers that are on top of their game, none other than Jason McEntire & Preston Jones of Sawhorse Studios. Sawhorse has been a staple of St.Louis music for the last 10 years. They've recorded with some of my favorites like Funky Butt Brass Band, The Sleepy Rubies, The Provels, Fivefold, The Goodtime Engineers, The Feed, Midnight Reveille, Kevin Bowers and the list goes on. We recorded this one in Jason's studio after hours and had a lot of laughs. We talk about their start into music and becoming audio engineers, some good advice for bands looking to record and everything else! Be sure to check out Sawhorse Studios at SawhorseStudios.com & Facebook.
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Thu, 2 February 2017
A bit ago I sat down with musician and entrepreneur Vijoy Rao of Magic Room Brand. We talk about his background in music, starting his own company, how he came to name the company, how their sticks & picks are different than the rest and what's coming up for Magic Room Brand. Head over to MagicRoomBrand.com and pick up some new drumsticks and guitar picks. Follow Magic Room Brand on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Fri, 27 January 2017
Last weekend I stopped by to visit Lusid at his home in St.Louis, MO to talk about his start in music, some of his different personas, plans for 2017, some upcoming shows, our love of Beck, and everything else. See LUSID Live! 1/27 The Bootleg in Lawrence, KS 1/28 2720 Cherokee 1/29 Old Rock House with That1guy 2/10 Lusid Night at Archive Music House 4/27-29 MoRoots Festival On this episode you'll hear 3 songs from Lusid including his new single "Seeker." For more music check him out on Spotify, Facebook & Lusidelia.com Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Wed, 25 January 2017
Singer Songwriter Anthony Doria returns to the show. This time he brought along special guest Coty Cech (aka Ivan Petro Kimskie). We had a great time and a lot of laughs recording this episode. Anthony performs 4 originals live acoustic.
We also discuss him recording at Gaslight, and hopefully having a You, Me & Dougie album out soon. Along with recording there, Anthony has also started hosting Singer Songwriter Sessions there on Sundays once a month as a part of Allegro Entertainment. Keep an eye out for February's date. GaslightSTL.com or AllegroSTL.com. Come see Anthony with You, Me & Dougie LIVE 1/26 at Nick's Pub 1/28 at Nick's Pub Follow You, Me & Dougie on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram for more dates. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Tue, 24 January 2017
It finally happened, Christian Lawrence is on the Rock Paper Podcast. This guy has been hustling all over St.Louis in the comedy scene putting together tons of great sketch comedy shows with Bare Knuckle Comedy, History Shmistory, and more. We talk about his start in comedy, our love for Nick Vatterott, Run Ronnie Run, his upcoming shows and everything in between. See Christian LIVE Jan 25 in Chicago for History Shmistory Jan 28 Contraceptive Comedy with Stryker Spurlock at Shameless Grounds Feb 17 Impolite Company with Chris Cyr at The Crack Fox Feb 23 History Shmistory at Foam 7-9 Mar 7th Zach Peterson at Foam Mar 18th Tomorrow More dates, videos and information visit BareKnuckleComedy.com. Also on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. |
Tue, 24 January 2017
Last week I went to visit my friend Gerard Erker of The Mighty Pines & Grass Fed Mule at his home in St.Louis, MO. We talked a bit about his start in music, some of the projects he is a part of, and a cancer benefit he helped put together for his friend. Come out Feb 4 to 2720 Cherokee for Fashogan Fest! All proceeds of the this event go help support Nick's medical bills. LIVE MUSIC from:
You can also see Gerard LIVE Monday's Keepin' It Grassy (Open Jam) at Pop's Blue Moon 1/24 at Broadway Oyster Bar 6-8 Solo 1/25 at Venice Cafe with The Mighty Pines 1/27 at 2720 Cherokee for Road To Summer Camp with Grass Fed Mule 1/28 at Off Broadway for Benefit For Giant Steps with Grass Fed Mule 2/1 at Venice Cafe with The Mighty Pines Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Mon, 23 January 2017
A bit ago I caught up with Chris Helmick of Toefire Tribe to talk about about what he's been up to with his career in music therapy. Chris plays 2 live acoustic tunes, and the stories around the songs. We talk about the benefit he's hosting this weekend for Autism. On this episode you'll hear
Join us Jan 28th at OFF BROADWAY in St.Louis, MO. Live music from The Dust Covers, Grass Fed Mule, The Bottoms Up Blues Gang & Cree Rider Family Band. This is a benefit for Giant Steps of St.Louis: A School For Autism. Suggested donation $20. 8pm Catch Chris performing LIVE Feb 17 at Off Broadway for Gordon Lightfoot Tribute Tickets at OffBroadwaySTL.com More information follow Toefire Tribe on Facebook & Instagram. |
Fri, 20 January 2017
The other day I stopped in at a St.Louis Bread Co to talk with Chris & Ron of Kingdom Brothers. We had a nice time talking about how the band formed, their new album TIMES HARD, songwriting, National Blues Museum and more. On this episode you'll hear "Come Back" & "Not Gonna Worry" from their album TIMES HARD. Now available on ITunes, KingdomBrothersBand.com & physical copies at the National Blues Museum gift shop. See them LIVE 1/20 at National Blues Museum more dates on Facebook & KingdomBrothersBand.com
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Tue, 17 January 2017
Last weekend I went to visit my friend Suzie Cue to talk about her new music she's working on. Suzie had been on the show once before with Robin Wheeler when they co-hosted their podcast Ridin' Wit St.Louis (RidinWithStlouis.com). This time we focused on her new EP she's finishing up, her side project Red Scare Blacklist, her birthday show, opening for Mu330 and more! See Suzie Cue LIVE First Thursday of every Month at Venice Cafe Feb 2 at Venice 3 Bands 3 bucks Feb 10 Full Band at The Way Out Club On this episode you'll hear a single "Typewrite To Me" and a live acoustic version of "Going Down" both songs appearing on her upcoming So It Goes EP. Closing out the show you'll hear Red Scare Blacklist's "I Like Boys" available on RedScareBlacklist.Bandcamp.com. Follow Suzie Cue on Facebook for more dates. Also follow Red Scare Blacklist on Facebook. Pick up some tunes at SuzieCueMusic.bandcamp.com. Listen on Itunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY |
Sat, 14 January 2017
The night I caught up with new St.Louis rock band Only Sound to talk about their debut album, some upcoming gigs, early influences, songwriting and more. One this episode you'll hear:
Their album DERBY CAR is now available in physical copies at shows, Vintage Vinyl, Euclid Records & Music Record Shop. Online digitally at OnlySound.Bandcamp.com See Only Sound LIVE Jan 27 at The Firebird with Slushwave, Vya & Ramona Deflowered Feb 25 at The Way Out Club with Rabble Rouser Thing Band & Irie Sound Company Follow them on Facebook for more dates coming soon! Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Fri, 13 January 2017
Last weekend I stopped in at Cara's home to hang out with 3/5 of the Cara Louise Band. Cara Louise (Vocals), Adam Donald (Guitar) & Scotti Iman (Drums). We talked about how things got started for Cara, songwriting, their new album & answer some questions from the fans. On this episode you'll hear:
All appearing on the new album due out 2017. See Cara Louise Band LIVE 1/18 at Old Rock House with JR Brown 1/27 at Stagger Inn with Old Capital & Nick Gusman 2/4 at EMAP Event at The Kranzberg Follow them on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram for more dates & info. Pick up their EP on Bandcamp.com or stream it on Spotify to hold you over til the new album is finished. Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Thu, 12 January 2017
The other night I caught up with friend of the show, making his 2nd appearance on the show, St.Louis singer songwriter Joe Bizelli. We got to catch up a bit and talk about some of his plans for 2017. He played 4 songs live acoustic on the show including
You can see Joe Bizelli LIVE 1/14 at Bemo's with Courtland Zelle 8-11 1/15 at Gaslight Songwriters Night 1/25 at Focal Point for Songbird Cafe with Aprille Goodman, Hope Dunbar & Kenny Lee Hall Tickets at Www.songbird-STL.com Follow Joe on Facebook for more dates. Keep a look out for an album in 2017! |
Wed, 11 January 2017
The other night I stopped in at Coffee Cartel to hang out with Lexy & Syd Schlemer of Candy Coated Evil & Hess Van Schlemer Metalworks. I had a great time meeting them. We discussed their music, their business & more. These two are a lot of laughs. Follow Candy Coated Evil & Hess Van Schlemer Metalworks on Facebook. HVSMetalworksart.com Keep an eye out soon for a benefit for Syd to help raise some money & kick cancer's ass! Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com
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Sat, 7 January 2017
The other day I stopped in to visit with Jack Grelle to talk about his new album GOT DRESSED UP TO BE LET DOWN, his involvement with Lavender Country and just catch up. On this episode you'll hear a few songs from GOT DRESSED UP TO BE LET DOWN including
All of these songs are available for purchase on Itunes, Amazon & JackGrelle.com. Vinyl copies available through Big Muddy Records. Check out Lavender Country and keep an eye for shows in your town. Follow Jack on Facebook & Instagram. All tour dates at JackGrelle.com
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Tue, 3 January 2017
Stopped by Atomic Cowboy the other day to talk with my friend Danny Blaies of Brother Lee & The Leather Jackals. We talk about him booking shows now at Atomic Cowboy as That Rat Productions, That Rat Fest, That Rat Mondays, and a talk about a bunch of our dirtbag friends. Don't miss That Rat Fest on Jan 6th at The Ready Room! Live performances from
This show is Death to 2016 so be sure to dress in best funeral clothes. $10 18+ Tickets available here! On this episode you'll also hear a song from each band featured at That Rat Fest
Be sure to follow all 4 bands & That Rat Productions on Facebook for more info.
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Mon, 2 January 2017
Over the weekend I stopped by the FarFetched headquarters to talk with Damon Davis, Darian Wigfall, Charles Purnell & Mathias James of the FarFetched collective about their new album, release party and what all is in store for 2017. On this episode you'll hear Supreme Sol's "Afrosam" & Mathias & The Pirates "Altered Beast" from the PROLOGUE VI which is available on Friday Jan 6. We also mention several other friends of the FarFetched collective that'll appear on the PROLOGUE VI like
Check out the entire lineup at WeAreFarFetched.net Join them Jan 6th 8pm at The Firebird in St.Louis, MO for the Release Party! Live performances from:
Pre-Order the PROLOGUE VI on ITunes today! WeAreFarFetched.bandcamp.com
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Wed, 28 December 2016
This episode I went to meet up with The Grooveliner at their practice space in Toby's Basement to talk about their new album, release party, some stories behind the songs, recording at the MIDI Room and so much more! This episode is a lot of laughs! You'll get to hear "D'Nost" & "3LT" from their debut album Toby's Basement. Currently available for pre-order on ITunes. Physical copies available at the party! See The Grooveliner LIVE 1/7 at The Ready Room with Southern Exposure & Jackson Howard Don't forget to check out their TuneSpeak deal on their Facebook page for a chance at some free tickets!! Also be sure to set your DVR to watch the Grooveliner on Fox 2 Friday 1/6 at 9am. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com
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Tue, 27 December 2016
Earlier this week I met up with Joe Meyer in a Einstein Bagels in St.Louis, MO to talk about his work. We talk about his learning to drum, some of the groups he's played in, moving to Nashville, playing the Grand Ole Opry with Craig Campbell and more. See Joe Meyer LIVE 12/30 in Nashville with Javier Mendoza 12/31 in Atlanta with Craig Campbell On this episode you'll hear a few tracks that Joe has drummed on including
Also check out Craig Campbell's latest single "Outskirts of Heaven" on ITunes & Spotify. Call your local radio station and request it! Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Sun, 25 December 2016
The other night I caught up with For The City at band practice to talk about their show coming up, their debut EP, recording with Dan Marsala, Christmas plans and more! See For The City LIVE 1/6 at The Heavy Anchor with Inner Outlines, Sky Burnt White & Forgetting January On this episode you'll hear their songs "Nothing Golden" & "Exhale". Available on ITunes, ForTheCity.Bandcamp.com or Spotify. Follow the band on Facebook. Listen on Itunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPEPODCAST.com |
Sat, 24 December 2016
Yesterday I stopped in at Elaine's on Cherokee to hang out with some new & old friends including to Jess Bohn, Elaine Gruener & Mathlida Fenton of Ramona Deflowered, Shawn Telkamp of Shotgun Abby, Cameron Novack of Slushwave and many more. We talked about about their 5th annual Christmas Album, some of the songs and even played 2 live from Elaine's. On this episode you'll hear:
If you'd like a copy of the collection, reach out to Jess Bohn and I'm sure she would love to get you a copy. See Slushwave LIVE Dec 31 at Fubar See Shotgun Abby LIVE Feb 9 at The Way Out Club Thanks to all of my guests today! I had a great time recording this one. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Thu, 22 December 2016
The other night I stopped in to visit Neil Salsich of The Mighty Pines & Southern Exposure. You may have also seen him with Sean Canan's Voodoo Players on Wednesday nights. I've become a big fan of Neil's through those Voodoo shows and wanted to catch up with him and get to talk about some of his original music in The Mighty Pines, and his New Orleans Funk band Southern Exposure. See Neil LIVE 12/22 Southern Exposure at Broadway Oyster Bar 12/31 The Mighty Pines at 2720 Cherokee 1/6 Southern Exposure at The Ready Room for The Grooveliner's CD Release show with Jackson Howard 1/18- 2/15 Wednesday Night residency with The Mighty Pines at Venice Cafe On this episode you'll hear "Eastern Heart, Western Soul" from The Mighty Pines Blissful Vision EP Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Wed, 21 December 2016
Sunday night, just before they took over 105.7 The Point's studios with Cornbread for the Local Show, I sat with the guys of Inimical Drive at Union Station Hotel in St.Louis, MO. We talked about their brand new song "Nothing Less", recording with Matt Amelung, new music video, more new music, crowdfunding campaign and an upcoming show! On this episode you'll hear the debut of their new single "Nothing Less" See Inimical Drive at The Firebird Feb 4 2017 Final Drive Release Party with: Outcome of Betrayal As Earth Shatters Nevalra & Inimical Drive Follow them on Facebook & Instagram Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Sun, 18 December 2016
This week I took a drive out to Granite City, IL to meet up with Treading Oceans at band practice. We talked about their debut EP, their music video, their release party coming up, new music, stories behind the songs and more On this episode you'll hear "Halls (live acoustic)" recorded live for the show. You'll also hear "Florist" & "What We've Got" from their EP now available at TreadingOceans.bandcamp.com & Spotify. Pick up a copy of the EP at their Release Party Jan 18th at Fubar with Strange Medicine, Overtake & Right Quick. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Wed, 14 December 2016
The other night I stopped by Matt McElwrath's apartment to hang out with Curt Copeland, Dre Montez (Who's 2 Blame Podcast), Matt McElwrath & Nick Adamson (of Media Outlaws/The Loft Sessions). We had a lot of fun & laughs talking about Curt's radio career, songwriting, his new project, and played a few live acoustic tunes! On this episode you'll hear 2 Curt Copeland originals "Bad Luck Charm" & "Mound." Follow Curt on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. Check out The Loft Sessions on YouTube! Check out Who's 2 Blame Podcast! Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Tue, 13 December 2016
Jeremiah Johnson returns to the show to talk about his new album Blues Heart Attack, upcoming dates, building his own guitars, Connor Ray Music label, music videos, and just catching up! Pick up a copy of Blues Heart Attack TODAY on JeremiahJohnsonBand.com. Go ahead and great a shirt or hoodie too! See Jeremiah Johnson Band LIVE Thursday 12/15 at Hammerstone's Saturday 12/17 at Moonshine Blues Bar St.Charles, MO Saturday 12/31 NYE at Beale on Broadway Sunday 1/1 at Schmitty's Follow JJB on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Sat, 10 December 2016
This week I sat with St.Louis drummer Tony Barbata! You may have seen him performing around town recently with The Sleepy Rubies & John Henry. We talk about both of those groups he's in, playing LouFest this summer, teaching drum lessons and so much more. See Tony LIVE Dec 14th Sean Canan's Voodoo Players playing Led Zepplin at Broadway Oyster Bar Dec 29th The Sleepy Rubies with Salisbury at Off Broadway Dec 30th SLAM at Trainwreck Saloon Dec 31st SLAM NYE at Moulin Feb 4th John Henry at Off Broadway "Video Release" May 5-6 Kevin Bowers at Jazz At The Bistro On this episode you'll hear: The Sleepy Rubies "A Good Something" available on TheSleepyRubies.Bandcamp.com or ITunes on their A Great Big Love EP John Henry "The Professional" available on ITunes on John's Dark City Dark Country album Check out Tony's drum lessons and more at STLDrumLab.com or Facebook. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com
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Thu, 8 December 2016
Over the weekend I stopped by to visit with my friend Phil Manaois aka Spanky of Mom's Kitchen, The Provels and owner of The Live Juke Joint. He's one of the hardest working guys in show business! We get into it all on this episode talking about his start in music, 20 years of dueling pianos, his original music and everything in between. On this episode you'll hear: The Provels "Hex" Mom's Kitchen "Lawn Boy" See Phil LIVE Dec 14th with Sean Canan's Voodoo Players doing Paul Simon songs at Broadway Oyster Bar Jan 7th with Mom's Kitchen & The Provels at The Live Juke Joint for Spanky's Birthday party! Follow Mom's Kitchen, The Provels, Barley Alive & The Live Juke Joint on Facebook for more information |
Wed, 7 December 2016
Over the weekend I went by Phillip-a-Looza at the Old Rock House and saw some buddies Clusterpluck open the show. I was able to get a few minutes with them before the show to talk about their new album A THOUSAND MILES TO GO, their release party, Recording and more. Join us December 17th for their Release Party with special guests Old Salt Union at Broadway Oyster Bar $10 10pm-2am On this episode you'll hear 2 new songs from the album "A Thousand Miles To Go" & "Mr.Moon". For more dates and information be sure to visit Clusterpluck.org. Follow them on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. |
Mon, 5 December 2016
Last week I caught up with the guys of Aquitaine to talk about their new album, some of the songs, upcoming shows, first concerts and much more. On this episode you'll hear "The Transformation" & "Leave U Behind" from their album TRANSFORMATIONS available on Aquitaine.bandcamp.com, Spotify, Vintage Vinyl, Music Record Shop, Euclid Records and any show! See them LIVE DEC 11 at Vintage Vinyl 4pm JAN 21 at Schlafly Tap Room with The Potomac Accord & The Langaleers Follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & Snapchat. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Sat, 3 December 2016
Last week I stopped in at Monkh & The People's band practice to hang out and talk about what they've been up to recently including their Loft Sessions videos, recording at Gaslight, working on an EP, upcoming dates, get to know the band, and answer questions from the fans. On this episode you'll hear: "Bad Times" "I Swear" "With This Love" All live recordings from Gaslight Check out their Loft Sessions videos on Facebook or YouTube. See Monkh & The People LIVE Dec 7 at Blueberry Hill for Chel's CD Release Party Dec 9 at Pop's for Hero Inside Day Dec 18 at Delmar Hall for Poefest Dec 23 at Seven-Bellville Follow them on Facebook & Instagram and Monkh.us Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com
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Thu, 1 December 2016
Stopped in to visit with some friends Sean Canan, Laren Loveless & Alex Baisch the other night and talk about their new project The Woodshed: A Rock N Roll Game Show. We talk about how this idea started, some of the wonderful guests they've had on the show already, their first LIVE show coming up, some of the games they play and they even play a little Rock n Roll Dead Pan Pyramid with me. Get your tickets TODAY for the first live taping of The Woodshed at Off Broadway on Monday December 5th with special guests The Mighty Pines vs Old Salt Union. Tickets are available at OffBroadwaySTL.com Be sure to check out their Facebook page for some videos of the first 3 episodes. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Wed, 30 November 2016
The guys of Forgetting January return to the show to talk about their new FRIENDSHIP IS A DYING ART EP over some pizza and beers. We talk about working with Mike Bivenz, their release party coming up and a whole lot more. See Forgetting January Dec 3 at Orchard Inn 830-1230a On this episode you’ll hear their single “Ballad of Paul Revere” which is currently available at ForgettingJanuary.Bandcamp.com as well as a Rock Paper Podcast exclusive “Jumping In Reverse.” Follow them on Facebook & Twitter for more information and dates. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or click PLAY Thanks to Gaslight for all of their support with this show. Check out GaslightSTL.com and schedule a tour today if you haven’t been by there. It’s a beautiful recording studio attached to a bar! Also I’d like to welcome back to the show Music Record Shop!! They relocated to Washington Ave now, so swing by and check out their new location! New records in every Friday. Shop online 24/7 at MusicRecordShop.com. |
Sun, 27 November 2016
A bit ago I stopped by The Stone Sugar Shakedown house and hung out with Nick, Tracy, Tommy & Jesse. We had a lot of fun talking about their new album WORDS, some upcoming shows, stories behind the songs and did a really awesome acoustic jam in the living room. They played 4 live acoustic tunes for the show:
On this episode you'll also hear "Words" the title track from their new album. Now available for FREE at StoneSugarShakedown.com, StoneSugarShakdown.bandcamp.com or Spotify. See them LIVE Dec 2 at Red Fish Blue Fish in St.Charles, MO with Clusterpluck Dec 3 at Magnia Italiano in St.Louis, MO with SpaceShip Follow them on Facebook for more dates! Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Sat, 26 November 2016
A bit ago I went over to Fort Dude to meet & talk with The Kuhlies at band practice. We get into talking about their new record THE SEQUEL NO ONE ASKED FOR, their release party, their love of fish, some history of the group, the band name and more. Join them December 10th at The Way Out Club for their CD Release Party. Special Guests: The Public, Captain Dee and the Long Johns & Murphy and the Deathrays. $7 On this episode you'll hear "Your Boyfriend vs My Aquarium" & "Sunburn." Full album available at TheKuhlies.Bandcamp.com & physical copies at the Release Party!! Follow them on Facebook & Instagram. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Fri, 25 November 2016
The night I stopped in to visit friend of the show Evan Thomas to talk about some of his new projects. He recently started a solo acoustic project called Fur The Birds, but even more recently he's become the newest member of Sky Burnt White. On this episode we get into talk about both projects, songwriting, and play 2 acoustic tunes "Days Go By" & "Invisible Man" Be sure to follow Fur The Birds & Sky Burnt White on Facebook for more dates. See Evan LIVE 11/26 at The Sandbar in Washington, MO Fur The Birds & Sky Burnt White for Andrew VanDyke's birthday party Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Wed, 23 November 2016
Over the weekend I stopped by The Scandaleros band practice to talk with Phil Wright, Joe Capan, Carson Mann & special guest Jack Wright. We talk all about Phillipalooza, The Scandaleros, their other band Alligator Wine, how amazing our friends are and so much more. On this episode you'll hear 3 live songs from The Scandaleros recorded at a live set at 2720 Cherokee. Keep an eye out for a full length album coming soon! Be sure to follow The Scandaleros & Alligator Wine on Facebook for more dates. See them LIVE The Scandaleros at Stagger Inn Nov 26 Alligator Wine at Venice Cafe Dec 2 The Scandaleros at Phillipalooza at Old Rock House Dec 3 The Scandaleros at Venice Cafe Dec 9 Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com
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Tue, 22 November 2016
Last week I took a drive to Granite City, IL to meet up with Cuvi in his studio with his producer Evan Murray. We had a great time talking about some of Cuvi's songs, some past bands he was involved in, his blindness, doing comedy, Tenacious D & more. On this episode you'll hear a brand new Rock Paper Podcast exclusive song "It'd Be Neat", a live acoustic version of "Falling Lights" then closing out the show with "The Angry Tango" Find more Cuvi music on his YouTube channel! Follow him on Facebook & Twitter. See him LIVE Nov 26 at Shots in Rolla, MO Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Mon, 21 November 2016
Over the weekend I met up with St.Louis Rockers ThePour to get to know them. A few familiar faces in this band, as its essentially a super group. The line up consists of: Jeff Lee (Vocals) Brian Smith (Bass) Addison Bracher (Guitar) Jack Wiese (Guitar) Chad LaRoy (Drums) We talk about their new single "Animal," how this band came together, new album in the works, and much more! On this episode you'll hear "Animcal" & "The Vow" both are available for purchase on ITunes! Come see ThePour LIVE Nov 26 at Cicero's St.Louis with Oneday, Cost of Desire & Struck Down By Sound Dec 3 at Outland Ballroom Springfield, MO with Devour The Day, TROY & Bridge To Grace Follow them on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram for more dates & info. Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Fri, 18 November 2016
Last weekend I caught up with Violet & The Undercurrents form Columbia, MO while they were in St.Louis. This episode was recorded outside of Pop's Blue Moon. We talked about their new Nashville Sessions EP, new music, going out on tour and more! On this episode you'll hear all 3 songs from their Nashville Sessions EP "I Got You" "Chasin' The Sun" "Heartbreak Reliever" Available at VioletandtheUndercurrents.com or Bandcamp.com Catch them on TOUR with David Wax Museum or tell a friend if they live near these cities!
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Wed, 16 November 2016
Nothing Set In Stone returns to the show with some new faces. We talk about the new lineup, new music, new music video on the way, upcoming shows, and everything in between. Catch them FRIDAY 11/18 at Pop's for the Road To Pointfest with Pirate Signal On this episode you'll hear "The Darkness" & "No Tomorrow" from their ARISE EP. Now available on NothingSetInStone.Bandcamp.com or physical copies at the shows. Follow them on Facebook for more dates! Listen on Itunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Tue, 15 November 2016
A bit ago I caught up with Ryan Torpea, Zac Minor & Derick Tramel of Al Holliday and The East Side Rhythm Band. We hung out at the Gaslight in St.Louis to record to this episode. Thanks to JB & Zagk over there for all of their help! We had a great time talking about their latest record Natural Remedies, some other projects they are involved in, early days of them playing horns and much more. On this episode you'll hear: Al Holliday and The East Side Rhythm Band "The Times" Animals in Hindsight "Let It Go" Miss Molly Simms "Real Good Man" See Al Holliday and the East Side Rhythm Band Dec 9th at Off Broadway paying tribute to Mad Dog & The English Men See Miss Molly Simms band Nov 20 at Broadway Oyster Bar for Voodoo Mama Fest |
Mon, 14 November 2016
Bill Reiter of The Urge & El Monstero makes his return to the Rock Paper Podcast! We talk about the upcoming shows for both bands, being a foodie and some of our favorite restaurants around town, when we fell in love with Pink Floyd and much more. On this episode you'll hear "Out On The Fringe" & "Chupacabra" from The URGE and "Fearless" from Pink Floyd. See Bill with The Urge Nov 18 & 19th at the Pageant See Bill with El Monstero Dec 16, 17, 22 (reserved seated show), 23, 29, 30 & 31st Since recording this episode they announced that El Monstero still will be performing for the KSHE 95 New Year's Eve show Dec 31st at The Pageant! Tickets include open bar for the NYE show. Follow both bands on Facebook for more information. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Fri, 11 November 2016
Last Saturday night I stopped by Dead Wax Records in St.Louis, MO to see my friends Beth Bombara & John Calvin Abney perform a quiet intimate acoustic show there. They brought along friend M.Lockwood Porter who was wonderful! Just before the show I was able to catch up with John for about 30 mins to talk about his new record FAR CRIES AND CLOSE CALLS, songwriting, writing his first song, our friend John Moreland and he plays "Way Out" live acoustic! John also mentions his music video for "Way Out" which is now available! I had a very small part in the making of this, so I was excited to see it. John had asked me to us some video I shot of him and Chris Porter on stage together at Off Broadway a year ago that he used in the video. It turned out beautifully! Love this song! Pick up John's latest FAR CRIES AND CLOSE CALLS today on JohnCalvinAbney.com or JohnCalvinAbney.bandcamp.com. Available in Vinyl, CD & Digital. While there, go ahead and just buy all of his music. You won't regret it. Follow John on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. JohnCavlinAbney.com for Tour dates & merch. |
Wed, 9 November 2016
The other night I caught up with Oh Caledonia at their band practice. This was my first time meeting anyone in the group, but by the end of this it felt like we were old friends already. We talked about their ALBUM RELEASE party, recording their debut album TAUPE, various musical backgrounds, how wonderful Emily Wallace is, and Jayce shares a fun story of being paid in crawfish and more! On this episode you'll hear "Don't Fade" & "Georgia Girls" from TAUPE. Now available on ITunes, Soundcloud & Spotify. Grab a physical copy at the ALBUM RELEASE show at FOAM Friday 11/11 with special guest Casey Reeves. You also catch Oh Caledonia at FOAM on Monday 11/14. Follow them on Facebook for more dates! Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Tue, 8 November 2016
Met up with my new friend Langen Neubacher over the weekend to get to know more about her start in music, her band The Defeated County, songwriting, and some upcoming shows. You can see Langen SOLO this Thursday 11/10 at The Heavy Anchor with Singer Songwriter Matt Woods. Also do no miss the Music Video release party 12/2 at The Stage at KDHX. The Defeated County will be playing live as well as debuting their video for "Gonna Be Damned" directed by Matt Basler. On this episode you'll hear the studio version of "Gonna Be Damned" from album BAR TABS & BABY NAMES, available at TheDefeatedCounty.Bandcamp.com. Langen also performed 3 live acoustic songs:
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Mon, 7 November 2016
Last week I caught up with Kevin Renick & Mark Arnold of Shakey Deal: A Neil Young Tribute to talk about some of their background that led them to forming a Neil Young tribute, talk about song of the songs, talk about Kevin's connection with the film Up In The Air & their upcoming show!! See SHAKEY DEAL: A Neil Young Tribute at DELMAR HALL 11/11/16 with special guests Lida Una & Ragged Company. Tickets are $12. DelmarHall.com They'll be performing an electric and acoustic sets for the evening. On this episode you'll hear a sample of some of the acoustic. Mark & Kevin played 5 songs LIVE
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Fri, 4 November 2016
A while back I sat with Jon Heisserer and talked about some of his background, pop music, his previous band Building Rome, songwriting and then new record. On this episode you'll hear "Lost" & "Mr.H" from his new album 2012-2014 now available everywhere. Follow Jon on Facebook! Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Thu, 3 November 2016
Hanging out with Scrub for Episode 302. I had a blast meeting and talking with him. We talked about his start into music, Hip Hop, some music videos, new music coming out and more! Throughout the episode you'll heard some beats from ACE HA. On this episode you'll hear "Anita Ride" & "Ozark Outlaw." Videos for both songs available on YouTube. See Scrub LIVE 11/19 at Pop's with Strata-G & More Keep up with Scrub on Facebook & Instagram. Subscribe on YouTube. New music on the way!! Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Wed, 2 November 2016
Shark Dad RETURNS! The other night I went by Utopia Studios in St.Louis, MO to meet up with Shark Dad. We introduced the new lineup, talk about playing Busch Stadium, upcoming shows, new music, vinyl, and more all while trying to not be caught on fire from the guy spinning fire in the background. Be sure to grab a copy of their album A BIGGER BOAT now available on WeAreSharkDad.Bandcamp.com. On this episode you'll hear "OK Soda" & "Ke$ha's Haunted Vagina" from the album. Catch Shark Dad LIVE 11/3 at Venice Cafe with Suzie Cue & Joshewa Boyer $3 12/10 at Heavy Anchor for Dan Kelley Christmas Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Tue, 1 November 2016
Boom! Episode 300! Cavo returns to the show to the show to talk about their latest record BRIDGES, tell some stories behind the songs and play 5 live acoustic songs in front of a studio audience at Gaslight. Everything you hear today was recorded live in the studio at Gaslight. Please be sure to check them out as GaslightSTL.com. They are wonderful people doing some amazing work. Thank you Gaslight!! On this this episode you'll hear 3 songs from BRIDGES
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I highly encourage you to go grab a copy of Cavo's BRIDGES today! It's a great album! Follow them on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. CAVOMUSIC.com Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com
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Sun, 30 October 2016
The other night I stopped in at a Denny's and talked with rock duo Dear Genre about touring with Bruiser Queen, naming the band, the evolution of Dear Genre, their new album Flower Puns, live shows vs studio recordings, their "Move" music video and more. On this episode you'll hear "Move" & "Lucifer" available digitally at DearGenre.com Be sure to follow them on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram and keep an eye out for more dates coming soon. Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Fri, 28 October 2016
Gabe Stroup of Sky Burnt White returns for his record 8th appearance. We talked about Sky Burnt White's show at The Firebird, what it'll be like sharing the stage with all of his friends, play a couple of rare songs and and more Don't miss SATURDAYS show 10/29/16! Orange Mark Productions presents Sky Burnt White Discrepancies New Lingo Apollo's Daughter OATM Conquer As They Come 6 Bands for $8 There will be many one time only special live performances, music video recording, a light show like none other and many more surprises. On this episode you'll hear 2 unfinished & unreleased Sky Burnt White songs "Glam Rock" & "Victory." Closing out the a song from Gabe's previous band Sicklove "Avalanche." Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Thu, 27 October 2016
Last week I stopped by Will's house again to talk about Money For Guns. This episode we were joined by drummer Kevin Siebenaler. We had a great time talking about the new record ON THE EDGE OF LIGHT, their release party, stories behind some of the songs, have Kyle call in and much more. Catch Money For Guns LIVE 10/27 at Planet Score for their Album Listening Party 10/29 at Blueberry Hill in the Duck Room for their Album Release Party with Soma & Accelerando. Be sure to dress up for Halloween Costume contest!! $8 On this episode you'll hear 2 brand new songs from ON THE EDGE OF LIGHT "Pure Electric Sound" & "Have Faith In The Machines". Follow Money For Guns on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Tue, 25 October 2016
Over the weekend I sat with my friend Mario Spina of Sky Burnt White in a park after enjoying some Taco Bell to talk about some of the old bands he was a part of, started playing guitar, and the party we'll be at this weekend Come see Mario with Sky Burnt White SATURDAY NIGHT 10/29/16 at The Firebird in St.Louis, MO. Discrepancies, New Lingo, Conquer as They Come, Apollo's Daughter & OATM will also be there. $8 tickets. Be sure to wear your Halloween costumes! Don't miss out! On this episode you'll hear "Isn't It?" & "Smoke" from the Sky Burnt White's debut record Exit Strategies. You can purchase a copy at SkyBurntWhite.Bandcamp.com or SATURDAY NIGHT's show!! Follow them on Facebook to keep up with more show dates and when you can expect some new music. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Sun, 23 October 2016
The other night day I stopped in at Howards in Soulard to catch up with Laura Green & Rich McDonough of The Green McDonough Band after their gig. We talked about their debut album, songwriting, recording with Paul Niehaus at Blue Lotus studios, Big Muddy Blues festival and much more. Follow the band on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. Grab their record at TheGreenMcDonoughBand.com. On this episode you'll hear the 4 originals that Laura & Rich wrote
See them LIVE 1st Wednesday of every Month at BB's Jazz, Blues & Soups 7-930 2nd Sunday Sullivan's in Belleville Thursday Oct 27 at Hammerstone's Friday Nov 18th at Wildey Theater New Year's Eve at BB's Jazz, Blues & Soups Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Sat, 22 October 2016
The other night I took a drive over to Lemp Brewery rehearsal spaces and met up with Jon Humphreys or better known as Mr.H. We talked all about his debut album titled MORE, his release party coming up, some stories behind the songs and everything in between. See Mr.H and The Modern Historians LIVE Thursday 11/3 at Cicero's with The By Gods, Four Arm Shiver & The Langaleers $10 On this episode you'll hear two live acoustic tracks we recorded standing outside of Lemp "Chattanooga Blues" & "Shaffer, TX" along with the album version of the title track "More (w/ Foothold)" Pick up the album, shirts and stickers at the Release Party 11/3. It'll also be available digitally at his website. Follow Mr.H on Facebook for more upcoming dates. |
Thu, 20 October 2016
The other night I caught up St.Louis Singer Songwriter Beth Bombara about her latest record and some of my favorite songs off of that release, opening for Beth Hart at the Pageant, and her upcoming show! On this episode you'll hear "In My Head" & "Heavy Heart" from her latest release titled BETH BOMBARA. Grab a copy at BethBombara.com or BethBombara.bandcamp.com on digital, CD or Vinyl. See Beth LIVE Nov 5th at Dead Wax Records in St.Louis, MO with John Calvin Abney & M.Lockwood Porter Follow her on Facebook & BethBombara.com for more tour dates.
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Tue, 18 October 2016
The other night I stopped by Leah Osborne's place to talk about this Voodoo Mama Festival she put together. She brought a long some friends that will also be a part of the festival. Leah Osborne- Host of Voodoo Mama Fest Lauren Busiere- Artist Gavin Duffy- Mandolin Cecily Well- Soul Much Water I had a great time getting to know more about what all Lauren & Cecily are up to. Closing out the show Leah & Gavin play an original song together. Please join all of us Sunday Nov 20th at Broadway Oyster Bar. $10 Music from 2-12 from some of the best female singers in town: Heather Manley Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on Itunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Mon, 17 October 2016
The other night I stopped by bassist Nate Gilberg's place to talk with him about his journey into St.Louis music. We talk about some of the bands he's involved with, play some of rare songs he was a part of and talk about all kinds of stuff. Catch Nate with The River Kittens Oct 28th at The Ready Room with Old Salt Union Nov 5th at Off Broadway with Jack Grelle On this episode you'll hear "Heart In Your Pocket" The Velvet Tones & "Across the Universe" Damon Davis and a Jam song Nate recorded with his friend Matt. Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Fri, 14 October 2016
Last week I caught up with Comedian Rafe Williams to talk about some of the things he's been working on including STL Up Late, being a team member at the Improv Shop, and stand up comedy. We also dive into talking about SNL, podcasting, his character Ronnie Jenkins Trump, and so much more. Find Rafe on Facebook to keep up with his dates or RafeWilliams.com (coming soon!) See Rafe LIVE Open Mic every Tuesday at Helium Comedy 2nd Wednesday every month Smackdown at Helium Thursdays at Improv Shop Nov 9th at St.Louis Public Library Brother Rafe's Travelin' Comedy Revival with Libbie Higgins, Bobby Jaycox & Tina Dybal. Give his podcast Other Side Of The Tracks a listen! Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Thu, 13 October 2016
I sat with singer songwriter Benji Wade the other night to talk about his family name, Red Rocks, Deftones, being a father, Tattoos, and everything else. We also played 3 live acoustic tunes for the show. On this episode you'll hear
Be sure to come by Gaslight on Sunday 10/16 to see Benji Wade perform some of these live in studio as part of Allegro Entertainment's Singer Songwriter Sessions. 6pm. Follow Benji Wade on Facebook! Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on Itunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Fri, 7 October 2016
A bit ago I sat down with St.Louis cover band Almost Heroes. We talked about how they all came to performing together, where the name came from, influences, song selection and so much more. Keli of Almost Heroes performed a solo acoustic version of Fleetwood Mac's "Dreams" for the show. See Almost Heroes LIVE 11/12 Otis Cambell's Washington, MO 11/23 Mustang Sally's Troy, MO Follow the group on Facebook & Twitter for more dates Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Thu, 6 October 2016
Last week I had the honor of sitting down with Leslie Sanazaro. I had a wonderful time talking with her about moving to St.Louis, getting started in music, one of her songs being used a film and her first acting role and her song NOW! Come see Leslie LIVE Oct 6 Thursday at Yaqui's Oct 13 Thursday at Yaqui's Oct 22 Saturday at Venice Cafe Oct 28 Friday at Evangeline's Bistro & Music House Full listing of dates, and to buy some of Leslie's music head over to LeslieSanazaro.com She has a brand new song & video for her song "Now!" in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. You can download the song for free and watch the video at TheSongIsNOW.com Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com
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Wed, 5 October 2016
A bit ago I sat down with Marie and The Americans to meet them and talk about their new Princess In Hell EP. Marie had some fascinating stories about growing up in Germany and moving to the United States. We also talked about how the group formed, influences, some stories behind the songs and upcoming shows. You can see Marie And The Americans LIVE October 7th with Whiskey Autumn & Apex Shrine at The Way Out Club On this episode you'll hear 2 tracks from their EP, "Princess in Hell" & "Good Guy Gone Band". Digital copies coming soon. Physical copies available from the band or at shows. Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Tue, 4 October 2016
Last week I sat down with hip hop group The Kamicosmonaut to help introduce this newer group. We talked about some the art of hip hop & played 4 songs including debuting a brand new on the show. We also talked about how this group formed and some of their history together. On this episode you'll hear: "Gasoline" "Voxtrot" "Penny in the Lake" & "No Respect" All of these can be found on TheKamicosmonaut.bandcamp.com Be sure to follow them on Facebook! Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com. |
Thu, 29 September 2016
The other night I stopped by Kevin Koehler's house to talk with him and Jake Maness about Missouri Prairie Fest. We sat around a bon fire in Kevin's backyard enjoying the beautiful evening. Here's what it sounded like... Come out October 8th to MO Prairie Festival 4-11pm at Thomas Dunn Learning Center. Food & beer available. $10 dollar donation. Live Music from Unifyah, Letter to Memphis, Obviously Offbeat, Le' Ponds, Missouri Dave, Mark Brainard, Mother Meat, Vandventer, Traveling Sound Machine, Arshad Goods, Slushwave and MORE For more information on how you can help, or make your donation, check out their website: MO Prairie Festival Listen on Itunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Sun, 25 September 2016
A bit ago I had the opportunity to sit with some of the guys of Disguise the Limit and talk about how they formed, early influences, some stories behind the tunes, and when to expect new music. See LIVE Oct 22 at Just Bill's with Dead To Begin With Conman Economy Pirate Signal & Dead Planet Follow them on Facebook! On this episode you'll hear "Ghost Inside In My Head" & "Wish You Well" from their EP Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Thu, 22 September 2016
Last weekend I took a trip out to Washington, MO to the Sand Bar to record with St.Louis rockers Conquer As They Come. These guys have quickly been making a name for themselves in the local scene. The hard work is paying off as they earned the opportunity to share the stage with Sevendust!! In this episode we get into talking about their new single & the video for "Make Believe", we also talk about the origin of the group and how they band has evolved, and answer some questions from the fans. See them LIVE 9/28 at Pop's with Sevendust, Crobot & Wilson 10/29 at The Firebird wiith Sky Burnt White, Apollo's Daughter, Discrepancies, OATM & New Lingo. Hosted by Shane Presley of Rock Paper Podcast. Come dressed up in your Halloween costumes. Closing out the show you'll hear their new single "Make Believe" produced Matt Amelung at Encapsulated Studios. Be sure to check out their music video from the song, filmed by Juan Ibanez. Listen to Rock Paper Podcast on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music apps or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com |
Wed, 21 September 2016
The other night I had the opportunity to sit and talk with one of my favorite concert photographers Kenny Williamson of RKNPHOTO. If you don't know the name, I guarantee you've see some of his work. He's been working the last 10 years as a photographer for LiveNation at the now Hollywood Casino Amphitheater. Kenny had some great stories to how he landed that job, being a self taught photographer, and swap some favorite concert memories. Find all things RKNPHOTO at RKNPHOTO.com. You can even purchase a copy of some of your favorite images. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram.
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Fri, 16 September 2016
The other day I caught up with Joel Crespo & Brian Hardesty of Guerrilla Street Food. We recorded this episode inside of Civil Life Brewing so you'll hear quite a bit of background noise along with a killer soundtrack. If you haven't made it out to Guerrilla Street Food yet, I would highly encourage you to take a trip over there and grab some lunch or dinner. They are open 6 days a week at their location on the corner of Arsenal & Grand in St.Louis, or catch the food truck coming to a neighborhood near you. We talk about how they started in the food truck industry, choosing to serve Filipino food and what's next for Guerrilla Street Food. Listen on ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or ROCKPAPERPODCAST.com.
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Wed, 14 September 2016
The other night I met up with St.Louis rockers Waiting For Flynn to talk about how they formed, when to expect new music, Flynn having his guitars stolen, and a bunch of other stuff. Just a great conversation with these four guys. Come see them at Off Broadway with Melodime in St.Louis, MO on 9/15/16 On this episode you'll hear 2 tracks from their upcoming album "Anyway" & "Whats the Point" Follow the group on Facebook to keep up with them. |
