Marty Music

Dave Stewart shares his musical journey—from random vinyl, teenage blues obsession, and iconic synth‑pop breakthroughs (“Sweet Dreams”) to collaborations with legends like Dylan, Petty, Harrison & more. Check out Dave’s new album—Dave Does Dylan: https://orcd.co/davedoesdylan

Hey what’s up you guys—Marty here with another Marty Music Podcast! In this episode, I’m hanging with the incredible Robert Randolph one of my favorite musicians and a true pioneer of the sacred steel sound. We talk about his roots, learning to play in church, how The Word album changed his life, his influences like Stevie Ray Vaughan and Jimi Hendrix, and his journey from the sacred steel traditi...

Hey what’s up you guys! Marty here with a special guest—Samantha Fish! We talk about her brand-new album Paper Doll, her live setup, songwriting process, and how she grew from shy kid on drums to full-on guitar-slinging frontwoman. You’ll also hear us jam on “Paper Doll” and even rip through some Tom Petty and Black Sabbath together. I had so much fun hanging with Samantha—make sure to check out h...

Today I have a very special guest—my longtime friend and incredible guitarist, Grace Bowers! In this episode, we chat about:⦿ Her debut album "Wine on Venus" & the story behind it⦿ Playing on Jimmy Kimmel Live⦿ Her guitar influences & practice routines⦿ Funky guitar riffs, slide techniques & tremolo tricks⦿ Manifesting dream collaborations 🎵 Listen to "Wine on Venus" – https://orcd.co...

Hey, what’s up, you guys? Marty here with a special guest—Jake Baynes! Jake is a killer guitarist, Berklee School of Music grad, and an in-demand Nashville musician and teacher. This episode is packed with practical advice, exercises, and pro insights to take your guitar playing to the next level. Get a FREE Guitar Licks Course From Jake: https://www.jakebaynesguitar.com/jakes-licks-vol-1-signup

Discover bluegrass guitar secrets with Trey Hensley! Learn essential techniques, G-runs, right-hand precision, and hear incredible stories about Trey’s music journey. In this special episode, I’m joined by the incredible Trey Hensley to explore bluegrass guitar techniques and more! Trey shares his story, from growing up in East Tennessee to playing on big stages, plus essential bluegrass tips like...

Hey, what’s up, you guys! Marty Schwartz here with another awesome podcast episode for Marty Music. This time, I’m hanging out with Dave Kushner, legendary guitarist for Velvet Revolver, and now a successful TV and film composer. We chat about how Velvet Revolver came to be, his incredible journey into music scoring, and creating the iconic theme song for Sons of Anarchy. This episode is packed wi...

The Marty Music Podcast is back with an unforgettable episode featuring my new friend ‪ ‬⁠ Jack Barksdale. Jack, a 17-year-old folk and blues guitar prodigy from Texas, shares his musical roots, songwriting process, and influences—from Johnny Cash to Lead Belly. Stay tuned for performances of "Before the Devil Knows" and "Law and Order" from his latest EP, Out of Order. You won't want to miss the...

Hey, what’s up, you guys! Marty here, backstage at the iconic Ryman Auditorium with my good buddies Futurebirds—celebrating their second time playing this legendary venue! We talk about their long journey as a band, from their early days at UGA to becoming a staple of Americana rock, or as some might call it, Jam-ericana. In this episode, we dig into the camaraderie that keeps their music alive, t...

On this episode, we’re getting into the journey of The Heavy Heavy—from their humble two-person acoustic shows in 2019 to playing massive gigs worldwide. The duo shares insights into their debut album One of a Kind, their blend of British rock and Laurel Canyon harmonies, and their obsession with reverb—a sound so essential, they call it their "sixth band member." Discover the stories behind their...

Today I’m hanging out with the amazing Fantastic Negrito -- Grammy-winning artist, Tiny Desk champion, and a true storyteller. This conversation explores his powerful journey through music, resilience, and transformation. Fantastic Negrito opens up about surviving a near-fatal accident, his path to rebuilding, and how he’s turned pain into authentic, raw music that resonates with fans around the w...

In this interview, I sit down with the legendary John Oates ‬ to talk about his music career, the legacy of Hall & Oates, and his personal inspirations behind his new album, Reunion. We chat about everything from his early influences in folk and R&B to his acoustic rig and live performances. John also shares some great stories, plays a Curtis Mayfield classic, and wraps things up with a mo...

Hey, what’s up you guys! In this video, I’m hanging out with the incredibly creative MonoNeon, talking about his new album Quilted Stereo, his tour, and some really cool merch he's got coming. We also get into some jams, dive into his bass-playing style, and even have a surprise guest, Sarah Reich, join us for a little musical fun—so stick around and enjoy the good vibes! Listen to MonoNeon&#3...

Marty Schwartz here! Today on Marty Music, join me as I jam out and chat with my talented friend Oliver Steele, who wowed America on American Idol and continues to rock the Nashville music scene! We’ll dive into his influences, play some killer tunes, and share a few laughs, let's do it! Listen to Oliver's new single Love Begins With You: https://sl.cmdshft.com/LBWY

Join me for an awesome jam session and deep dive into the soul of Alicia Blue's music. We'll chat about her journey from the LA folk scene to Nashville, and you'll get to hear her captivating blend of indie rock and introspective lyrics live. Let's do it!

Marty Schwartz here! Today on Marty Music, I'm jamming out with the multi-talented Ethan Tasch—an up-and-coming guitarist & singer/songwriter! We'll dive into his journey from playing solo gigs to dropping his debut album 'Got Him!', which is already making waves with its soulful blend of indie-folk vibes. Let's do it! Listen to Ethan's new album - https://ffm.to/gothim...

Marty Schwartz here with Marty Music! I'm stoked to bring you an awesome jam session and interview with my good buddy and killer guitarist, Kerry "2Smooth" Marshall. We'll dive into his R&B and gospel vibes, chat about his journey, and of course, rock out with some sweet tunes. Let's do it! Join Kerry's Kamp for FREE for 14 days - https://kerryskamp.com

Hey what's up you guys, it's Marty Schwartz here! I had an amazing jam session with the incredible Quinn Sullivan --- a phenomenal guitarist, singer, and songwriter. We dive into his musical journey, his new album "Salvation," and even jam on some killer tunes. Don't miss out on this fun and inspiring chat! Listen to Quinn's new album SALVATION: https://lnk.to/quinnsulliv...

Marty Schwartz here! I'm thrilled to jam and chat with Happy Landing, an amazing band that blends folk, indie rock, and punk into their unique "canyon rock" sound. Let's do it! Listen to Happy Landing's debut album GOLDEN: https://ffm.to/goldenalbum

Welcome back to Marty Music! Join me for an epic jam session and interview with the incredible Dr. Molly Miller. We'll dive into her journey from family band roots to becoming a top session guitarist, professor, and leader of the Molly Miller Trio. Let's do it! Listen to Molly Miller's new album - https://ffm.to/mollymillertrio_thebal...

Marty Schwartz here! Join me for a fun jam session and interview with the incredibly talented Makena Hartlin. We're hanging out in Nashville, where she shares her journey from Chicago to becoming a standout singer-songwriter in Music City. Let's do it! Makena Hartlin Website - https://www.makenahartlinmusic.com/

Hey everyone, I'm in Nashville jamming with my friend Tyler Bryant, an incredible guitarist known for his band, Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown. Join us for a fun-filled session where we dive into his musical journey, talk about his new album 'Electrified,' and share some amazing guitar riffs. Let's do it! Listen to the NEW ALBUM 'Electrified' - https://orcd.co/rsr0004

Hey, it's Marty Schwartz here with Marty Music! Join me for a fun jam session and interview with Rome Ramirez from Sublime with Rome. We dive into Rome's incredible journey from living out of his van to fronting his all-time favorite band; sharing tunes, and stories you won't want to miss! Rome Ramirez Website - https://www.romeramirez.com/

Hey everyone, it's Marty Schwartz here! Join me in an epic jam session and interview with the talented Sam Varga, whose unique blend of emo, indie, and alternative rock is taking the music world by storm. We'll dive into his new album, 'Shadow Work,' explore his musical journey, and of course, rock out with some awesome tunes. Listen to Sam's New Album 'Shadow Work' htt...

Hey guys, Marty Schwartz here! Join me as I jam out with Mitchell and Phill from Wayland, dive into their new album, and uncover their wild touring stories. Let's do it! Wayland Website / Tour Dates - https://www.waylandtheband.com/