At The Park Bench

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Welcome to At The Park Bench, hosted by Matt Strom. Come sit down with us as we interview independent artists and write a new song with them. Each week you'll get an inside look at the song writing process different artists go through and witness the birth of a new song. So come on over, take a seat at the park bench, and get ready for some good tunes and conversation.

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Chuck Wilson 09.10.2023 1:05:59

This week at the park bench we have Chuck Wilson, guitarist and vocalist for the band Lost Pyramids. They are a psychedelic rock band that makes some awesome jams. Matt and Chuck discuss the band, Chuck's solo play, and how the two met. Then they dive into a really grooving song together. Make sure to check out Chuck Wilson and Lost Pyramids on Spotify and on social media to keep up to date wi...

Jenny Scara 27.09.2023 1:29:20

This week at the park bench we have Jenny Scara, a local indie artist. Matt and Jenny discuss her early beginnings in music as a drummer and her transition into a full time artist. Jenny also discusses her influences and the unusual way she writes her songs. Matt and Jenny work on a song about the struggles with alcohol and partying. Make sure to check out Jenny Scara on Spotify and on social medi...

Zach Keenum 11.09.2023 57:33

This week at the park bench we have Zach Keenum. We discuss Zach's early influences in music, as well as buying explicit CDs from the local Wal-Mart. Matt and Zach focus on writing a song about leaving a lasting legacy in this world. This song took a bit of extra time, as the two tried to get a grasp on the chord progression and lyrics for this untitled tune. Bonus guest on this episode is the...

Kendall Colette 04.09.2023 39:02

This week at the park bench we have Kendall Colette. Matt and Kendall talk about their friendship, Kendall's start in the music industry, and her new single. Make sure to check out Kendall Colette on Spotify and on social media to keep up to date with her. Kendall's new single, "Say the Word" is out on all streaming platforms now. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5JlO8B9g...

Colleen Wild 21.08.2023 43:43

This week at the park bench we have Colleen Wild, lead singer of Colleen Wild and the Haunted. Learn more about Colleen’s 20+ year background in music and all the incredible projects she is a part of, including an award-winning podcast. Matt and Colleen begin work on a song about being a parent, with a working title “Ode to Parenthood.” Hear more about their feelings of becoming a parent/step-pare...

Nick Scarpinato 21.08.2023 42:54

This week at the park bench we have Nick Scarpinato. Nick and Matt talk about the first time they met at an open mic, how Nick was part of the catalyst for this podcast, and the struggle of learning how to play guitar. The two go on to begin writing a song with a working title, "Stay Strong," about watching your grandparents grow older in the different phases of your life. This is a hear...

Pilot Episode 16.08.2023 5:15

Learn more about the creation of "At The Park Bench" and the people behind the curtain. Host Matt Strom details why he wanted to create this platform and where his inspiration came from. Also learn more about Tyler Witt and Broken Record Music Club, one of our podcast sponsors. Get an insight on what an episode will look like and what you can expect from us going forward on the back end...