Brian Oake Show

Welcome back, Holy Hannah! Hannah Von der Hoff is back to share her unique perspective, her music and all the details on her August residency at The Aster Cafe. (psst! It's ever wednesday). Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dwynell Roland is back! Handsome, hilarious and very talented. He's back with a bunch of new music and a big show this weekend at Icehouse! Listen, laugh and enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rick and Amy Meyer, the pulsing jungle drum hearts of MN's ground zero of Tiki/Surf/Lounge/Etc, etc, Intoxicats, stop by talk about vibe, happenstance and the power of music to transport. They also have a killer gig coming up this weekend with Black Widows at Psycho Suzi's. Cut up a pineapple and find the good rum. This is an excursion. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-...

Know who's rad? Christy Costello, that's who. A prolific musician, an architect of an amazing entertainment and just one of the coolest humans you are ever going to meet. Here, we talk about the mountain of new music she's working on, both for her solo record and for the cult/band The Collective. We also run down the latest festival she's crafted - Palmfest. Happening over three days at Palmer's B...

The founder of the feast! Ed Cohen (Smart Start MN) stops by to talk music, doing the right thing and the unknowable nature of the genuine depths of space/time. Dude. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tony Zaccardi. Musician (Eleganza!, Romantica, etc), noted local entrepreneur (Palmer's Bar) and general bon vivant. Amy Koliner works with Mpls St Paul Magazine. Both stop by to share some great tunes and talk about Please Do Not Meat Me, a vegan meat raffle event that will take place every Sunday at 3p. Listen, learn and enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/dona...

This time, you are in for a genuine treat! We're joined by noted writer, director, producer, futurist and all around exceptional human, Jeffrey Morris. He is exceptionally intelligent, thoughtful and picked some amazing tunes. He's also created some of the most interesting sci-fi to see the light of day in the last few years, and there's more on the way. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://re...

This time, we're joined emerging talent Colin Bracewell. Young, energetic and very talented, he was delightful. He's got a headlining set at the 7th Street Entry coming up on July 9th. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Singer/songwriter Doug Collins drops by to talk all about his brand new album Too Late At Night (out 06.24) and the big record release show at the Turf Club the same evening. Sean and I also give him a hard time about being from Iowa. Cheers! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redc...

It's the return of Jared Brewington! Entrepreneur, advocate and deep music fan. He helped this podcast get off the ground. So, please, give a listen and let's help him make his latest endeavor, Official Fried Chicken, a success. Also, he picked some exceptional music to bring along. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redc...

We are joined by Brian's long-time friend Charlie Mars from rural Mississippi via Zoom. Charlie shares the world premier of three songs on the show! He also shares his zen lifestyle and the unfortunate demise of wild boar in his crosshairs. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcir...

MN singer/songwriter Michael Shynes joins us for Ep 251. Talented, thoughtful and patient, excellent qualities for any Human. Especially one on our podcast. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Say hello to Naima! She's the new co-host of the Cities97.1 morning radio show. This seemed like a great opportunity to bring here fearless humor and indecipherable British slang to a wider audience. Chers! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

He's a writer and editor for the Duluth News Tribune. He's worked for MPR and hosted Our Rock & Roll Book Club at The Current. He's a fantastic human. He's Jay Gabler. JayGabler.com for details so secret you may want to cover your screen. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircl...

Local treasure, Sarah Morris joins us for a chat on Zoom. She has been making music and will be sharing it at local venues all summer long. Check her schedule at SarahMorrisMusic.com. Sarah plays a new song LIVE on the show at the end of the podcast. Cheers! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-O...

This episode marks the triumphant return of one of my personal Broadcasting/Podcasting heroes. Tommy Mischke. Recently, he almost got back into radio, but well...that didn't pan out. But that means his amazing Roadshow podcast is back!! He's a fascinating character, no matter the subject. Give this one a listen. Cheers! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Adve...

This time, it's just Sean and me getting philosophical and talking about the 2022 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class. That means deep dives on cool artists/bands and loads of sweet jams. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This episode, Dave Egemo is back. Dave has been living with Parkinson's Disease for 15 years. He's returned to tell us all about Moving Day Twin Cities, an upcoming event all about moving, learning and raising crucial funds to further Parkinson's research. Plus, he brought along some excellent tunes! Enjoy. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inqui...

There is a great local production of the brilliant musical love story Once coming up before the end of the month. Here, we talk to the two principals about the joys of getting back to the stage after a long pandemic and the joys and challenges of tackling such a complex love story. This was fun. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries:...

There is a great event at The Driftwood Sat 4/16 featuring everyone's favorite punk rock Master Librarian Jon Copeland reading excerpts from his forthcoming book, as well as a performance by Annie and The Bang Bang, all of which are covered in delicious detail. There's also some great music along the way. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising...

Those of us in the Twin Cities are very lucky to be surrounded by so many incredible keepers of culture. One of these brilliant lightbulbs is Jon Clifford, proprietor of Hi-Fi Hair and Records, and zealous proponent of MN Music. It's just about time to kick off another summer of FREE Sunday Alley Concerts. Get ready! Listen, learn and enjoy. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oa...

Renowned MN musician/songwriter/raconteur Rich Mattson (Glenrustles/Ol' Yeller/ Northstars, et all) joins us this episode. He is also the owner/producer/engineer at Sparta Sound in Northen Minnesota. Talented, and has a literal boatload of stories. We even get a brand new song! Enjoy. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle...

Portland, OR-based singer/songwriter Vonnie Kyle is MN born and bred. Her travels have taken her far and wide. Here we talk about music, acute anxiety and the almost incomprehensible nature of Human existence. We also hear plenty of great music. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: ht...

This time, we're joined by David Huckfelt (The Pines, et al), songwriter, activist and all-around thoughtful Human Being. Great stories and music abound. What a great way to end the week. Cheers, all! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hey, Jillian Rae! What a fantastic conversation! We talk the art of fiddle playing, what life looks like 'post-pandemic' for a musician and just what it's like to have a massive hit in China! Some days, I really love this job. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com...