Mitten Music

We had the opportunity to interview Andrew from AV House at the Michigan Econ Summit put on by the Michigan Music Alliance earlier this year. He talked about how his company is at the intersection of creativity and technology in the music industry. He shares insights on how AV House supports artists and venues by bridging the gap between artistic expression and technical execution. The discussion...

We welcome back John Sinkevics, editor and publisher of Local Spins , to talk about the plethora of outdoor live music concerts and festivals in Michigan. John walks us through a variety of festivals from the new ones such as Rock Lansing to long time staples such as Electric Forest , Wheatland , Buttermilk , and Blissfest . He also shared insights into the challenges of organizing festivals, the...

In this engaging conversation, Jared and Jennifer from Annagail share their journey as a band that has evolved over 26 years. They discuss their recent creative explosion, resulting in 12 albums in just four months, fueled by Jennifer's near-death experience that transformed their artistic approach. The duo discusses their journey through personal and professional challenges, emphasizing the i...

⁠DaisyBox⁠ shares his journey as an indie artist, discussing his unique sound, songwriting process, and the evolution of the music. We discuss his most recent release, ⁠Ghost⁠ , and the art for this single by ⁠Chapel of Ghouls⁠ . Plus, we discuss his upcoming single, Sick, planned to release this summer. He talks about his long-time relationship with producer, Jake Rye, from ⁠Social Recording Comp...

The band RIP Smidgeon discusses their journey, authenticity, and the meaning behind their name. They share insights about their new album, the transition from a drum machine to live drums, and their plans for upcoming shows. The band emphasizes the importance of connecting with their audience and creating relatable content, showcasing their unique vibe and camaraderie. Check out this young, energe...

In this conversation, Taylor DeRousse discusses her journey as a musician, including the release of her debut album, her creative process, and the transition from classical music to indie rock. She shares insights on songwriting, collaboration, and the importance of live performances, as well as the themes present in her music. Taylor emphasizes the significance of self-acceptance and personal gro...

Brian Maloney, Founder of The Sonic Coast , discusses the thriving music scene in Michigan, highlighting the abundance of talented bands. He talks about how The Sonic Coast has continued to evolve including the new Acoustic Coffee Break. We celebrated local events, including the upcoming Music Econ Summit and The Jammies, and emphasize the importance of supporting local artists. The discussion exp...

We talked with two members of The Vig Arcadia , Yasmine (vocals) and Chris (drummer) in this episode. They shared insights into their creative processes, the evolution of their band, and the making of their first full-length album, MORPH. They discuss their musical influences, past projects, and the dynamics of collaboration within the band. The conversation also touches on their upcoming shows an...

We got to sit down with Common Molly , for our latest episode. What a trip our conversation was! This Caledonia, Mi band has an aggressive alt rock sound reminiscent of the 90’s (at least Ryan thought so). We learned how much they love touring and playing live, their determination is unmatched! And their auto repair skills. Enjoy Common Molly’s Christmas Song “ Barely Christmas ” Also check out th...

Jennifer Hudson-Prenkert discusses her role in promoting local music through her initiative, Sounds of the Zoo . She shares insights on the importance of community engagement, the challenges faced by local music venues, and her vision for creating a vibrant music scene in Michigan. The conversation highlights the Spring Concert Series at Bell's in Kalamazoo. She notes the artists performing an...

In this engaging conversation, Kyle Joe discusses his musical journey, the evolution of his name from Chain of Lakes to Kyle Joe, and the importance of community in the Michigan music scene. He shares insights into his songwriting process, the role of collaboration and production in his music, and how he captures inspiration in everyday life. The discussion highlights the challenges and joys of be...

In this conversation, the members of The New Models discuss their journey as a pop punk band from Lansing, Michigan. They share insights into their formation, the recording process of their debut album, and their plans for upcoming singles (Normal Andy and My TV). The band members reflect on their songwriting process, musical influences, and the chemistry that drives their collaboration. They also...

In this engaging conversation, Jeff interviews Jacob and Morgan from the band Moon Orchids , discussing their musical journey and the release of their self-titled full-length album. They share insights into their influences, the creative process behind their music, and their plans for the future, all while highlighting the importance of collaboration and friendship in their artistic endeavors.

In this episode, singer-songwriters Chris Dupont and Kylee Phillips ( DupontPhillips as a duo) join us to discuss their musical journeys, creative processes, and the dynamics of collaboration in the music industry. They share insights into their individual styles, upcoming projects, and the importance of community among artists. This episode is a deep dive into the lives of two passionate musician...

Join us in talking with Nicholas James Thomasma, the Executive Director of the Michigan Music Alliance . We talked about ways the Alliance supports bands, artists and Michigan Music as a whole. We also learned how we can help the Michigan Music Community including bands and artists and any other music professionals in the great state of Michigan!

In this engaging conversation, Mike Ward shares his journey from a career in advertising to becoming a passionate songwriter and musician. He discusses the challenges and triumphs of releasing music, the importance of community engagement through charity events, and his growth as an artist over the years. The conversation also touches on his personal background, including his love for sports, and...

In this last episode of the year, Jeff and Ryan reflect on the highlights of season 3, Experimentation, and look forward to continued growth and evolution for the podcast in 2025. They also catch each other up on live shows they have seen recently, review their first CDs/tapes, and wonder how many musicians/bands with original music recorded exist in Michigan today.

One more band we got to interview at The Accidental's FAMgrove concert this fall...the one and only, Low Phase ! Not only are their siblings and a relationship within the band, but some members have been fathered by Joel Ferguson of Planet Sunday Studios and Papa Vegas ! Low Phase encapsulates a 90's sounding vibe that Jeff and Ryan just cannot get enough of. Sit back, relax and enjoy the conversa...

The Rebel Eves graciously allowed us to steal some of their time at FAMgrove 2024 up in Traverse City (located at French Valley Vineyard ), MI…thanks to The Accidentals ! Of course it was a great conversation! Katie, Grace, and Jilian let us know how they formed the band (while being spread across the entire US), why they formed the band (and it’s not what you’d expect), and what’s coming next (he...

We had the opportunity to talk with The Accidentals at their annual festival Famgrove held at French Valley Vineyard this fall. We had a blast talking with these wonderful female musicians about a variety of topics including, touring tips, the Cover Art album, upcoming music, and growing up in Michigan. Food on the road is an important part of touring. They told us a few places that are their favo...

In this engaging conversation, the members of Ficus discuss their new album 'Pollinator' and their journey as a band. They discuss the dynamics within the band, the importance of communication, and their aspirations for the future in the music industry. They share insights on the evolution of house shows, the importance of collaboration, and their plans for future musical directions, including cov...

We had the opportunity to be at Bronson Park in Kalamazoo the entire day on Saturday of Sounds of the Zoo festival back in September. We were able to talk with the following during the events. Kyle Brown Airplane Weather Jarad “Saxsquatch” Selner Derek Ketchum from Local Spins Hand of Giants Sacred Springs Laura Rain We had a blast getting to know these wonderful people a little bit in a short tim...

We had the pleasure to be onsite for the kickoff of Sounds of the Zoo festival at The Clover Room this year. After their singer in the round performance together, we sat down in separate and condensed interviews with three female singer songwriters, Kanin Wren , Darcey Wilkin , and Sammie Hershock . We had a blast getting to know these wonderful musicians a little bit in a short time. Take a liste...

Wow, where do we start? Many firsts in this episode, new cameras added to the mix, our first live performance(s) in the serial killer studio, our first interview with intergalactic outlaws, and our first time listening to a brand new and unreleased track (at the time of this recording) during the episode! This is a conversation not to be missed as we interviewed two fifths of The Cosmoknights ! Bu...

We talk with Ryan Jamgotch founder of Electric Moon Studios in Grand Rapids, MI. The conversation covers his journey from internship at Planet Sunday Studios to owner of Electric Moon Studios. Ryan shares stories of some of the work he has done with various artists. We cover the New Moon Songwriting Challenge that he and Elle Lively put together. Of course, we talk about some of Ryan's recordi...