Eclectic Soundtrax Podcast (ESP)

Our guest on this episode is the passionately "purple" pop artist Anastasia Elliot . Drawing inspiration from early exposure to opera and ballet, this Houston native relocated to Nashville at age sixteen to further explore her musical passion. In the years since, Anastasia has written over 300 songs alongside several renowned songwriters and producers as she continues to navigate the ever changing...

After a "false start" due to technical problems, we gain insight into various world music, musicians, and instrumentation via Joshua Thomson (alto Saxophone, Flute) and Josh Peters (Oud, Lavta), the core members of Austin's Atlas Maior . Since their inception more than a decade ago, this evolving ensemble of eclectic musicians have been steadily creating original compositions combining elements of...

On this episode we chat with lead singer and songwriter A.L.X. from the NYC-based rock band, Love Crushed Velvet . LVC's music, like New York City, is diverse, edgy and enticing. Carefully crafted songs combine elements of alternative, glam, post punk, new wave, modern & classic rock, and the roster of producers and musicians A.L.X. has worked with is impressive to say the least. After collabo...

On this episode we chat with New York City native, Chris Mardini . At only 20 years old, he has released an impressive string of singles along with his self-titled debut album . Hailing from Greenwich Village, an epicenter of New York's 1960s counterculture movement, it's no surprise Chris inherently possesses an eclectic pallet of influences which come through in his music.  Mardini beg...

Greek-Canadian singer and songwriter, Katerine Duska , joins us from her home in Montreal and sheds some light on her impressive music career.   A "late bloomer", and initially a self-trained singer, Katerine began her music career after exploring various academic options including law school. Her debut album "Embodiment" was released in 2015 and quickly gained prominence when her songs...

On this episode we chat with Rom and Diana of the instrumental progressive metal band, Static Limit . The south Texas-based group was formed in 2003 by Rom Garza (guitars & synth) along with Jay Juarez (bass) and Mario Rivera (drums). After cutting their teeth playing regional shows around "The Valley" and cultivating a sound incorporating elements of metal, thrash, progressive rock and cinema...

On this episode we chat with Zarate Zaalo (aka Squiggly Finesse), keyboardist, vocalist and mastermind of the Bourgeois Mystics . This fantastically eclectic group of intergalactic eccentrics currently reside at their 38 acre Austin-based commune (definitely not a cult) and make outer worldly music to inspire (or conquer?) us mere mortals here on Earth. With names like Countess Von Boopenstei...

On this episode we're joined by Nathan Ruyle from his new post sound facility in Burbank, CA. Nathan is a sound designer, supervising sound editor, re-recording mixer and founder of the independent post-production sound company, This is Sound Design . He has created original sound for more than 150 projects, including feature films, indie pictures, television shows, documentaries and more, in a ca...

On this episode we chat with up-and-coming pop/rock artist, Luke Revyn . Luke began his musical endeavors at a young age by playing in punk rock bands and recording demos with friends at his home in Hawaii. He simultaneously participated in school theatre and choir with early aspirations of becoming a professional entertainer, but a general sense of isolation and disconnect led to self-destructive...

On this episode we're joined by John Mendez (JB) and Jasmine Jew of the Austin-based heavy alternative rock band, Tarantula Mountain . The band recently released their debut full-length album, Virgo Sunday , recorded locally at Antimatter Studios. 
  The two originally met in their hometown of Brownsville, TX, and later decided to relocate to Austin. A long time music teacher, guitar tech and...

On this episode we chat with Austin-based singer and songwriter, Emily Shirley , and gain some insight into her musical career and creative process, along with discussing our usual topics of influences, cuisine and Bermuda triangle bands.  Emily has a rapidly increasing catalogue of fantastic songs. She has released a plethora of singles in recent years reflecting a variety of issues and curr...

On this episode of the podcast we talk with Adoo and Oskee of the psychedelic, reggae, and hip-hop genre bending duo, Space Kamp . These Pennsylvania-based musicians (one now in Florida), cannabis advocates, and psychonauts, are currently working on their new album, Butterfly Effect , a collection of songs focused on the bright side, inner growth and pushing forward through setbacks and self doubt...

Bobby "Bobo the Sequel" Roses, lead singer and bassist from the Vallejo, CA based band, Skunk Funk joins us on this episode of the podcast. Funky, Punky and Intergalactic, Skunk Funk has an eclectic "west coast" type of sound and vibe that is ever expanding. Their sole mission to bring every crowd they woo an animated, yet uplifting and off the wall experience, and a spellbinding fusion of Punk/Fu...

Our guest for this episode is David Teague (aka Teague Bass ). Touted as one of the most talented bassists in Asia, this “bassist” for hire,  is a versatile musician whose vast repertoire spans across blues, rock, R&B, jazz, hip hop, house, reggae, ska, and pop. A dynamic and energetic performer, Teague’s onstage performance and showmanship are legendary in Singapore and throughout the re...

On this podcast, we're joined by Mike Norris, host of 'My Classic Album with Mike Norris' , a podcast about the most acclaimed and loved albums of all time where Mike dedicates each episode to one classic album and looks at the history of the album and its impact in the years following its release. We discuss his personal album pick, background on his podcast, and his approach to landing esteemed...

On this episode we chat with virtuoso violinist, composer, producer, songwriter, arranger, and conductor, James Desautels. From concert halls and music festivals to small clubs and intimate recording studios, “Jamie” has performed in 37 countries across 5 continents over a career spanning more than 20 years. Born in Calgary, Canada, Jamie began studying classical violin at age 5 and within two yea...

On this episode we chat with The Dodies , a two piece garage rock duo from the southern desert of Israel. Yoni Avittan fronts the band as lead vocalist and guitarist, while Ran Aronson sings backing vocals while simultaneously playing bass lines on keyboard with one hand and playing the entire drum kit with the other. Their songs dive head-first into depression, alienation and rage, contrasted by...

We're back with a new episode, and we're excited to announce our new partnership with Top Shelf Music ! On today's podcast we are joined by Rob Hammersmith , drummer for multi-platinum selling rock band Skid Row . Rob's musical journey began at an early age after a family trip to see Roy Orbison. Soon after that concert he got his first drum kit and crafted a makeshift "drum cage" out of PVC pipe....

On this podcast, we talk with the crew from Pennyrock Productions to talk about their new documentary "Bloody & Bruised: The untold story of the Back Room".  While most people took a break during the pandemic, Budro, Adam, producer John Jew, and the Pennyrock crew used the time to sit down with multiple artists and crew to get their first hand accounts of playing and partying at this hist...

Tim Smolens is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, recording engineer and producer that is/was a pivotal member of bands such as Estradasphere, I.S.S. (Ideal Social Situation), High Castle Teleorkestra and Don Salsa. Tim has also recorded and toured with various acts such as Secret Chiefs 3 and Amanda Palmer (of the Dresden Dolls). Tim is known for his elaborate, multi-layered recording productions...

Transit Method is a dynamic rock trio from Austin, TX that brings together the complexities of progressive rock with the unrefined grit of grunge and heavy metal. Consisting of brothers Matt and Mike LoCoco (guitars/vocals and drums, respectively) and Danny Borja (bass), the band has been writing, recording and performing together since 2014. That same year they self-released their Celebrate Mutat...

A multi-faceted Rock Band based in San Francisco Cold Shoulder is making music that is high energy, hard hitting and most importantly fun! Meeting through a humble Craigslist ad Jacob Baptista (drums), Joe Faria (guitar), Jason Kinney (Bass) and Marcus Dylan (Vocals) formed what would become Cold Shoulder. Heavily influenced by their love of various era's of rock, Cold Shoulder draws inspiration f...

Adrian rides out 2020 pandemic life with a new EP (and new full length vinyl ) HISS KISS HISS:  Calling out power structures with sarcasm, humor but also flipping the coin inward to a look at self empowerment through the choice of love and forgiveness. “….heartbreaking spring ditty "Butterfly.” says  Raoul Hernandez of the Austin Chronicle “Super Human” is a platinum nuclear feminist ant...

Aaron Wall from Red Beard Wall joins us on the podcast. Red Beard Wall was born in 2016 on the dry, wind swept plains of West Texas, out of a desire to channel his angst and frustration with the insane reality that surrounds us. With a hyper focus on heavy, hooky and to the point songs, Red Beard Wall delivers riffs with devastatingly heavy tones, vocals melodies that soar, alongside blistering sc...

Wellborn Road, established in 2005, has been playing the Texas circuit regularly building their fanbase, called the Brew Crew, with a fevered passion for a Southern Metal sound that blends influences ranging from Pantera, Alice in Chains and Black Label Society to the roots of Rock N Roll itself in Led Zepplin. The quartet has shared the stage with such acts as Drowning Pool, Buckcherry, Pop Evil,...