Beats, Brews & Buddies

A special featuring our co-host, Jeremy Price!

Losing Moxie is the songwriting duo of Eric & Laura, dedicated to crafting songs that explore the complexities of life and the art of musicianship. Having written together for about a year, they are newcomers to the scene but are deeply passionate about the songwriting process. With no strict adherence to a single genre, their music is a reflection of curiosity, emotion, and creative freedom....

Aaron Geller has been playing guitar for 30 years and is regularly playing around the Roanoke and NRV area in a variety of styles: Blues, Appalachian, Hip Hop, Latin Jazz, Acoustic rock (even though he’s a metal head shredder at heart). He also writes instrumental acoustic music. When not playing music, he’s either teaching Chemistry at Virginia Tech or hanging out a brewery (possibly getting his...

Robby Sinclair began his musical journey at the age of 10 in Roanoke, VA. He honed his craft studying Jazz at Virginia Commonwealth University, which laid the foundation for a dynamic career. Spending 12 years in New York City, Robby became a sought-after session drummer, collaborating and touring with various artists and styles.  Relocating to Los Angeles, Robby spent five years touring with Chet...

JAMIEL ALLEN was born in Key West, FL, and spent part of his childhood in Ecuador. Hailing from a family of musicians and artists who encouraged his love of the arts, Jamiel began playing trumpet at the age of 10 in school and guitar at home. However, he discovered his love for the piano on his own and after teaching himself to play for a year, Jamiel began taking lessons from world-class pianist...

Robby Carden has been a member of the Jared Stout Band since the spring of 2019. Throughout his career, Robby has had the honor of opening for iconic artists such as Blues Traveler, Emmylou Harris, Chris Knight, Shooter Jennings, Sam Williams, Phil Vassar, 38 Special, and the Little River Band.   A seasoned performer, Robby was part of the *FloydFest Band on Fire* winning group, Welcome to Hoonah,...

Jeremiah began playing drums at around 12 years old, mimicking music videos on MTV. Throughout high school he was trained by Jeremy Price and had his first paying gig at 16. Jeremy also encouraged him to pick up guitar as a means of doing something musical in the evenings that wasn’t quite as loud. The most important thing he got from Jeremy, however, was the inspiration to teach music at some poi...

Steve Gross is a Music Business Consultant, A&R Consultant, and talent Manager at Atomic Artist Entertainment . 

Father Sun’s repertoire encompasses reggae covers and original compositions, each note carrying the authentic vibe of the genre. Their performances are not mere musical exhibitions; they are heartfelt celebrations of life and the universal language of music. Join Father Sun on their musical odyssey, where the essence of reggae is embraced and shared, connecting souls and spreading positivity where...

Sarah Bowles, also known as Sarai Sibéal, is a native Roanoker. Merging electro-soul with R&B, disco and world music influences, Sarah crafts a mesmerizing fusion of sound that captivates and engages listeners. She released her debut solo album Taboo (Tapua) last November that was co-produced and co-written with Jamiel Allen & Sam Lunsford. The album features musical performances and solos...

Seph Custer is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist from Southwest Virginia. For his first 7 years in music, his career revolved around playing lead guitar, banjo, slide and mandolin for numerous rock, americana, blues, punk, alternative, and traditional bands. With a desire to combine his love for a wide range of music, and a shortage of musicians to perform the required parts, Seph em...

Boyd Clement with Phat Boyz

Colby Rorer is a Roanoke native, father, husband, and music enthusiast. Began playing various instruments in middle school and high school. Eventually starting gigging at restaurants and in backyards — not even knowing you could charge for gigs like that. From there it’s been a very slow, organic growth toward becoming a regular act at local bars, breweries, and restaurant patios. Self taught, wit...

Aaron is 16 and has played the guitar for about 5 years. He loves all aspects of music but classic rock and blues are his favorite. He takes guitar lessons with Kenny Seay and Brian Mesko. He is in the Patrick Henry High School Marching band, Jazz band, and indoor percussion. He is the lead guitarist with Blu3print (which is a band that formed through students of Kenny Seay. He is presently the le...

Hailing from Bedford County, Virginia, Adam Markham has been performing for audiences for more than forty years. Though his vocals are usually accompanied by acoustic guitar and harmonica, he also can occasionally be seen playing electric guitar, bass, banjo, mandolin and ukulele. Influences range from Hank to Hendrix, with heavy doses of blues, jazz and classic rock, and his eclectic repertoire a...

Justin Prillaman Music is a multidimensional and multi-genre Rock and Country band.

Cory has been testing the limits of his vocals with each song he sings since the band was created in August 2015.  With a booming voice, mixed with a soul grabbing projection, and a dash of expression with emotion, Cory is sure to grab your attention with any song on their playlist.  Cory says that his passion for music is fueled by the energy and emotion the music brings to life. From the persona...

I am Dionte “Taye the Truth” Hall, a lyricist native to Roanoke, Virginia. I released my debut project, Broken King, in 2021. That was the catalyst for multiple collaborative projects, including the “We Are Art” project cypher, as well as several placements on different music albums. My music is uplifting, relatable and accessible to a variety of audiences, which allowed me to build a well establi...

A powerhouse rock/alternative band fueled by raw energy, gritty riffs, and unapologetic passion. Formed in Roanoke, VA, in 2023, In The Meantime was born out of a shared love for great sounds of rock 'n' roll and a desire to create music that speaks to the heart of the human experience. Featuring one of the region’s most exceptional vocalists, Marie Anderson, her soulful voice commands the...

The Kind, a Blacksburg based folk-rock band, is familiar to anyone who has passed through the New River Valley in the last thirty plus years. Formed in 1986, The Kind plays in a variety of styles that ranges from classic rock, R&B, and jazz to bluegrass and country; however, the arena which they most frequently blend their diverse influences is their huge melting pot of Grateful Dead covers. O...

Karlee Raye is a 21 year old singer/songwriter from the heart of Central Virginia. With her soulful voice, demanding stage presence, and infectious personality, Karlee Raye is sure to win over your heart and the rhythm it beats to!

David Brown was born in Roanoke in 1967. His early exposure to live music came courtesy of his parents, who took him to see Ike and Tina Turner, the Eagles, and other iconic acts in the early 1970s. With a mother who played piano exceptionally well and parents who enjoyed popular music, David's childhood was filled with the sounds of Janis Joplin, The Doobie Brothers, Neil Diamond, Ann Murray,...

CHRIS KEATON is a 30 year Voting Member of the Recording Academy based in Nashville.  He is an award winning music publisher, management consultant and a member of the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame (Band of Oz, 2016).  He manages rock act Emblem 3. His song plugging for his clients has resulted in songs being recorded by George Strait, Trisha Yearwood, Brook and Dunn, Lonestar, Reba ,Cliff Ric...

Born Justin Brownlee Tolley in Central VA April 6, 1974, Justin took in a variety of early music influences from an early age including classic rock, R&B, funk and classic country and Americana genres to eventually learn piano, trombone & bass guitar and navigate his unique path and career in music. He has arranged & written in Virginia original bands including RedLightGo 97-99 (Lexing...

Dylan Dent is a singer/songwriter, rapper, and producer. Throughout his 7 projects (with an 8th and 9th on the way) his music has crossed many genres. But he spends most of his time trying to find new angles on rap and pop music. The one thing that remains consistent is the strong theme of introspection in his songwriting. With everything he creates he hopes to add value to the lives of those expe...