Missouri Musicians: Then and Now

Send us Fan Mail For this milestone 10th episode, I have a fun conversation with Tony Yates from the Rolla band AlterKshon! You don't want to miss the story of their difficult first gig and how they got their name! We also cover some useful topics like how to promote yourself and get gigs, and the secret to the band's success and longevity! Near the end of our chat Tony teaches me someth...

Send us Fan Mail Hailing from Hannibal, MO, NOWAKE has been a consistent, driving force in the Missouri music scene for 15 years. In this phone interview from earlier this summer, I speak with singer Mark Kempker. We cover a lot of topics, but you definitely don't want to miss Mark's advice on how to become a successful original rock band! Outro Music: Alone by NOWAKE Consider Donating t...

Send us Fan Mail Rob Wilson is a pillar of the local music scene in Mid Missouri. His talents have been witnessed well beyond the borders of this state. Rob's projects include being a solo artist (Acoustic Mayhem of Rob Wilson), an acoustic duo (R&R), a heavier full band (Weathered Soles), and a karaoke maestro. Rob is also a pioneer, being the creator and host of the Girthapalooza Music...

Send us Fan Mail Artist and former drummer Darin Blank and I sat down and talked for the first time in over 13 years! We talked about his days drumming for Senseless Tragedy, his lifelong love of art, finding his passion of tattooing, and much more! Outro music: Young and Invincible by Senseless Tragedy  Consider Donating to the show! Your support helps keep our episodes online! Your generosity al...

Send us Fan Mail From the unceremonial exit from No Call No Show, to Senseless Tragedy, to Three Inch Girth, to Weathered Soles - this is my story! In this unique episode i'm interviewed by a special host. This person caused me to reflect, question my decisions, and learn things about myself. You will not want to miss this one! The thunderstorm that night makes it's presence felt in the...

Send us Fan Mail In this phone interview Grizz and i talk T-Pain's opinion of his music, his accomplishments, and opinions and experiences trying to "make it" in a complicating music landscape - where image is almost more important than the art itself. GRIZZ LEE  on youtube:  https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCpH4kS9NbW5AHa2POVInm8w GRIZZ LEE on facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/1000...

Send us Fan Mail The talented and hard working musician David Bond represents the St. James band Sabertooth in this phone interview. He discusses the intriguing way the band was formed and the surprising day jobs of it's members. David also discloses the huge variety of influences and musical experience throughout the band. At the end of the discussion we debut a clip of a brand new original...

Send us Fan Mail Tapeside is an extremely unique band out of Sedalia, MO. In this episode i have a chat over the phone with guitar player, songwriter, and vocalist Alex Contreras!  Alex has an amazing understand of music genres. Learn about his many influences, the band's songwriting and recording process, and growth from album to album.  I learned a lot during this conversation! I hope you e...

Send us Fan Mail After computer issues erased our first conversation, i sit down again with my best friend Teddy Wright for this second episode! We discuss the creation and the emotional ending of our band No Call No Show and what happened after, Teddy describes the state of the local music scene, and he speaks about our new collaboration D^ybreak! Consider Donating to the show! Your support helps...

Send us Fan Mail In this debut edition we talk to my long time friend and former bandmate Jake Wickham! Find him on youtube by searching This Is Jake.   In this episode he gives his unique perspective on the past and present state of the Missouri music scene, we discuss the gear he uses, we tell some old stories, and more! Near the end of our discussion i ask him a very important question... Thank...