Len Damico

Columbus Local

Music EN ↓ 146 episodes

Each "COLUMBUS LOCAL" episode features discussion with primarily local Columbus Ohio based musicians, and provides first-hand accounts of background, adventures, stories, and inspirations. Occasionally, an episode will colour outside the lines and feature an interesting topic or person outside of the main podcast theme. Join me! The podcast host has produced and recorded original music. He has performed live music in the Columbus Ohio area since 2000. Samples of his music involvement can be heard here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/12poI1I7VUtDgLLJMBqxsf?si=GuloEZNwT2Wyx-ifun-YPA

Author

Len Damico

Category

Music

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Latest episode

May 3, 2026

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Episodes

#139 Eileen Motok 03.05.2026

Eileen Motok is a multi-stylistic rock singer, songwriter and recording artist from Columbus, Ohio...and she's always had a lot on her mind. While her earlier releases with Intuit are decidedly folk-rock, her latest performances through local rock band The New Blonde, and recorded releases will run the gamut from soft-rock to pop-punk. Eileen delivers authentic and original music with powerful voc...

#138 - "Kismet Notes" - Laura Kay & Cliff Marsh 21.04.2026

Laura and Cliff speak first hand regarding the background and context of unique music duo, Kismet Notes.

#137 - Steven Kline (2) 26.03.2026

Steven Kline -- Round 2! We catch up with Steven Kline - insights on new ventures and continued business opportunities and successes through Steven Kline Productions and Cap City Staging....

#136 - "Richard P. Boals, Jr. Tribute" - Lori Dolphin & Patrick McLaughlin 21.02.2026

Tribute to Columbus Ohio musician Ric Boals, who lived 4.14.52 to 1.23.26. Lori and Patrick talk about many stories and shout, outs and the upcoming celebration of life. 2.22.26 - 2.23.26 at the Dolphin Lounge, Gahanna Ohio.

#135 - Jason Craig 19.01.2026

Columbus Ohio area native, Jason Craig, guitarist, arranger and producer takes us through his backstory and insights with music. Several shoutouts along the way including the fabulous DiNovo family! This episode is available wherever you listen to your podcasts.

#134 - Brian Weiskittle 06.01.2026

Quincy Ohio born, career Columbus Ohio Firefighter, Brian Weiskittle, opens 2026 with his insights and backstory. Many shout outs of appreciation along his musical journey include his "overhaul crew", Eric Gnezda, Alibi's, John McGill, "Murphy's Upstairs", Grove City, Anthony Clay, lots more, and the Truth. Brian has produced an original album, and plans an additional EP release in 2026! This epis...

#133 - Patrick Buzzard 29.12.2025

Fellow Allegheny River Pittsburgh PA born, Patrick Buzzard, wraps up Columbus Local Podcast official 2026 end of year episode, 133. Patrick takes us through his MUSIC backstory with plenty of shout outs., including his time with bands "Saving Jane", "the incredible, awesome brothers", "the Buzzard Kings", "Hat Trick", "Mother Trucker". Patrick shares musical lessons, insights,and inspirations that...

#132 - Bob Ras 16.12.2025

Bob Ras, Reggae Band based in Columbus Ohio was represented by drummer Nick Van Gundy and keyboardist/recorder Jordan Braunstein in episode 132. Many shoutouts in music and community pepper the backstory and sharing of culture and music influences. This episode is available wherever you listen to your podcasts. Link to Spotify: More info: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CUGkFgGvF/?mibextid=wwXIfr

#131 - John Schwab 10.12.2025

Episode 131 - John Schwab, best known as the lead singer for the legendary band McGuffey Lane, but also a solo artist, studio owner, and lifelong producer of music. John talks about his inspirations and tells a few stories covering his music journey..... so far. ** This episode was recorded on 12.9.25, which also marks the date of the passing of Joe Morris, a Vietnam Veteran, lighting professional...

#130 - Patrick Thomas Bolich 26.11.2025

Singer/Songwriter Patrick Thomas Bolich describes in his words his love and admiration toward Columbus based music ventures. Many shout, outs, and many. Insights from a true artist among us in Columbus Ohio. LISTEN (at 1:25hr) Newly released SINGLE "That Look" performed by "Dirty Red Sunshine".

#129 - #106 - "tHe LoSt EPisOdE" 28.10.2025

#106 - "tHe LoSt EPisOdE"

#128 - Jeff DuMond 21.10.2025

Columbus Ohio based guitarist Jeff DuMond stopped by with his wife Marie, and lays out his story and perspective in his blues/Rock based guitar style- Straight Up. . He is currently performing with cover band "The Players Club", and plans to continue to play guitar for the duration. This episode is available wherever you listen to your podcasts.

#127 - The Clark Twins: Laura & Lisa 03.10.2025

"The Clark Twins" delightfully take center stage and really share their story of music through various life filled moments of laughter, run away bride-times, single life , Olympic training gymnastics, Worthington Ohio, "The truth", Brian Kerr, tooth story at about 1:27, their new lease on rock filled music. More information at https://theclarktwinsband.com/home

#126 - Tim Farrel 24.09.2025

Tim Farrel has been entertaining fans of all ages with his guitar and melodic vocals since his days at The Ohio State University. Often compared to James Taylor in both his playing and singing style, Tim has logged over 1,200 shows from coast to coast in the past 35 years. His brand of singer-songwriter music spans over 5 decades from one hit wonders to tunes from mega artists and beyond. Tim has...

#125 - "Black Rebel Revival"-Alan Kennedy, Jason Leavitt, Chris Mills 18.09.2025

Columbus Local Podcast - Episode #125 - Black Rebel Revival: Alan Kennedy, Jason Leavitt, Chris Mills - Columbus local rock band members throw down pranks and stories and tales of rock 'n' roll back in the day and present day. The band is excited about it's new single "Nine Lives" to be released any minute. This episode is available wherever you listen to your podcasts.

#124 - Steve Perakis 10.09.2025

Columbus Ohio based bassplayer, songwriter, and producer shares his amazing background and passion for music in the style that only Steve Perakis can deliver: Abstract and entertaining. Many shoutouts pepper his music adventures that are shared in his words and arrangement. This episode is available wherever you listen to your podcasts. More information on Steve Perakis and his music can be found...

#123 - Mike Clark 06.09.2025

On 9.6.25, Columbus based band "Long Play" performs a Queen Tribute at Natalie's on 5th, and you can hear about it in episode 123 firsthand from the band's fabulous bassist: Mike Clark. Learn about Mike's background and fun times in music. This episode is available wherever you get your podcasts.

#122 - one7one 02.09.2025

Several members of Columbus Ohio based band one7one stop in to throw down laughs, backstories, and insights to the 10.04.25 one7one Reunion show at Victory's on High Street. Listen as Jeffery Fisher, Kyle Hamm, Frank Aledia, and Shannon Smith trade insights and tales of shenanigans and music production. Numerous shoutouts pepper this bands genuine love for each other and the music that they make....

#121 - Delyn Christian 23.08.2025

He might not be rich, he might not be famous, but he is legendary. Episode #121, meet Delyn Christian, Kentucky ex - Pat, Tennessee Farm boy, bestie of John Schwab, husband to Ann and songwriter for (and from) life. Hear his stories, and magically… Some of his songs.

#120 - Kelly Bowman 20.08.2025

Vocalist Kelly Bowman describes the sophisticated precision metal of "HybridNation" and the band's most recent release of full CD "Bringers of the Dawn". Hear first hand about Kelly's musical background and perspective on music. A couple shout outs and admiration toward many that have worked with Kelly over her her years of performing live and recorded music. More information: https://hybridnation...

#119 - Roark Maddern 14.08.2025

Columbus, Ohio based Musician, Drummer and Bassist , Roark Maddern is currently involved in three local COLUMBUS space music efforts, and we learn about each of them. Roark is a born rhythm section, and he has an interesting backstory and an interesting story that goes with his name. This episode is available wherever you listen to your podcasts.

#118 - "Painting the Canvas" with Steve Mitchell, Sally Mitchell, Julie Neal, Beth Nuzum Cronenweth 03.08.2025

Columbus Ohio based musicians Steve Mitchell, Julie Neal, Beth Nuzum Cronenweth with your host as well as the ever fabulous Sally Mitchell spontaneously gather and reveal current music events, past stories , shoutouts, magic moments, and insights. This is a fabulous 2am first-hand account of post-social mayhem exposing thought provoking questions , tooth stories, Shout outs, 714, The Godz, insight...

#117 - Doug Turlo 16.07.2025

Columbus Ohio based musician/Bassist/guitarist Doug Turlo shares his fabulous music journey filled with great adventures. This is an interesting episode as the host first met and worked with Doug Turlo over 40 years ago from the date of this episode recording. He tells us tales of hos time with US Toys and his times in LA during the music boom of 80s and 90s Sunset Blvd. He also performed several...

#116 - Ron Duncan & Marty Whalen 09.07.2025

Columbus Ohio based musicians Vocalist Ron Duncan and Bassist Marty Whalen met in 1978/79 and have been making music ever since -- and most of that time has been spent together. Two great musicians with great backgrounds and fun stories and many many shoutouts. Eavesdrop on these two great artists and friends discuss the importance of sharing music.

#115 - John Estep 24.06.2025

Always reaching and pushing the envelope, Columbus based guitarist and music arranger John Estep talks through his early days including his time with 80s alternative rock band "The Defectors". John's current projects include "Breaking Badfinger", "Jessie Blankenship Band" and "68 Stingray".

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