Mitten Music

Season 2: Episode 20 Two dads, just talkin’ music. Fall is approaching, festivals are winding down, but there’s still plenty of music to talk about in Michigan! We’ve had a pretty busy summer, but Jeff and Ryan find time to chat about Patty PerShayla, Pink Sky, The Jeff’s, Scuter + Chirp, some of the last festivals this summer, and what else we’ve done this summer.

Season 2: Episode 19 We have another new school/old school album review for ya! First up we chat about Derek Randall’s latest album “How We Get Down,” and then offer up Sponge’s 1994 debut album “Rotting Piñata.”

Season 2: Episode 18 All sorts of music news in this episode! Ryan reviews a trip to The Deck in Muskegon. Grand Rapids approves a new amphitheater downtown. Several bands have new songs out, including Old Mountain Acid Test, The Gasoline Gypsies, Jesse Ray and the Carolina Catfish, Pink Sky, and Patty PerShayla. We also chat about July and August's music festivals in Michigan. 7/20-22 - Beave...

Season 2: Episode 17 We finally got Lansing natives, Mr Denton on Doomsday , in the studio to talk, laugh, cry, and love. Just kidding, we didn't laugh at all. Sludge Pop? Maybe not, but that's what Ryan described them as. We did learn about their struggles and how Brian and Evin found out they were cousins (luckily not the kissing kind) as well as the new music they are currently working...

Season 2: Episode 16 Welcome to the Mitten Music!!! We found an awesome new album by the band Finality , titled Technocracy, to take a spin and review/explain what it sounds like. We also hark back to the 90's with Domestic Problem's album Play, which is one of Jeff's favorites! Good times were had by all!!

Season 2: Episode 15 Let's talk Michigan music festivals! It's that time of year when all the summer music festivals are scattered across many Michigander's calendars. We bring up some of the lesser known festivals as well as some of the reoccurring staples. Some hightlight shout outs - Local Spins Fest - Big Ticket Festival - Fresh Water Music Festival - Jackson Blues Festival - Festi...

Season 2: Episode 14 Nicholas James Thomasma was our latest guest we had in the studio! This Michigan music aficionado told us about all the projects and businesses he's a part of, including being the Secretary of the Michigan Music Alliance , running the Songteller's at MidTown concert series, and a long time member of Earthwork Music collective ! Special shout outs in this episode to Cre...

Season 2: Episode 13 Another album review for a new one as well as another throwback! We talk about May Erlewine’s latest album titled “The Real Thing.” For our throwback album we choose The Verve Pipe’s “Villains.” We had a blast talking about both Michigan artist’s albums!

Season 2: Episode 12 We have a short and sweet little episode for ya! We had just interviewed a band for a future episode that Jeff was going to check out to see right after we recorded, Mr. Denton On Doomsda y who played with Tombstunner and Dregs at Mulligan's Pub in Grand Rapids. Jeff also talks about some new interesting ear plugs he got to test out at the show. We also recap some shows we...

Season 2: Episode 11 We have an awesome conversation with Grand Rapids natives, Tombstunner ! This alternative metal band's album "Call to the Void" is currently available on streaming platforms. We talk about a lot things with the guys including old school WWF wrestling, basketball jerseys, and we'll find out who has a Captain Spaulding tattoo (and where it is)!

Season 2: Episode 10 Is the phrase "a trussell of storms" something people say? I don't think so, but it gets said on this episode. We also talk about Grand Rapids natives, Y-Not's debut full length album titled; Rearranging The Psychic Furniture. This episode we also added a throwback album review from the 90's. Mustard Plug's 1997 album "Evildoers Beware!" Thi...

Season 2: Episode 9 Another great episode where Jeff and Ryan talk about The Orbit room being demolished (after being closed for years), vacationing in Michigan, Local Spins Fest , Upheaval Fest , and a lot of other festivals in general! We even chat about the band Sponge ! (did you know they were from Michigan?)

Season 2: Episode 8 In Motion, Chirp’s 2nd studio album (4th available album) was released in 2022. We loved the warm and happy vibe In Motion gave us. We relate them to legendary jam band Phish, a little Jimmy Buffett, and even West Michigan locals, Domestic Problems!

Season 2: Episode 7 We spend most of the time on this episode talking about the show we saw at The Intersection a couple of weeks ago. Levitator , Overdrive Orchestra , Carbon Decoy , and Ficus pleasantly surprised us with an evening of great music and a mullet.

Season 2: Episode 6 We had an awesome conversation with the Grand Rapids band Entransient! Nick (guitar/synths/recording), Matt (bass/writing), and Scott (vox/synths/writing) were able to join us and talk about two important topics: their band and the volcano menu that used to be at Taco Bell. We learned all about their latest release, Ghosts in the Halls and their music writing process. Entransie...

Season 2: Episode 5 Chris Canas released a new album called “Detroit” last year and we talk about the album in it’s entirety. You can check it out on Spotify . In our discussions with Chris, he’d like to be on the show and possibly play us something in person! We’ll keep you beautiful Michiganders posted!

Season 2: Episode 4 We talk about seeing the Wheatland Winter Wheat concert at The Intersection and a great time seeing Patty PerShayla & the Mayhaps as well the coolest shirt ever! We also caught The Gasoline Gypsies once again! Ryan tells a few stories about checking out some local bands at The Stray . We also chat about how to get concert tickets cheap. Jeff falls out of his chair too, it&#...

Season 2: Episode 3 The Kings of Strings took some time to talk to us before their show at Turnstiles in Grand Rapids.  Ryan and Jeff got to know a little more about this young band in a short period of time.  We discussed their self-titled debut album and how they narrowed down the songs to the eight on the album.   They noted some of their favorite venues, what goes into book...

Season 2: Episode 2 For their first album review, Jeff and Ryan selected Slowfoot's debut album Something Good .  This debut album has something good to listen to from beginning to end for anybody who enjoys classic rock tunes with blues infusion. It has a refreshing sound with the distinct vintage Hammond organ that connects us back to songs from the late 60s and early 70s.  Slowfoot ta...

Season 2: Episode 1 Jeff and Ryan kick off the new year by announcing some changes to the podcast and website.  There are some hints to who they are interviewing next. Listen to also find out which band will be the first to receive an album review from the duo.   Catch the Mitten Music Playlist! on Spotify to listen to music from Michigan bands and artists. Visit our website themittenmus...

Season 1: Episode 11 Chris Cranick joined us for a lengthy discussion about his solo project and band, Overdrive Orchestra . He took us through the journey of the band since its inception a decade ago.  While on that journey, he told us about his leap into his solo work that allowed him to pursue making music with a slightly different flavor that did not quite fit the band's sound.  We b...

Season 1: Episode 10 Caleb and Joe from The Gasoline Gypsies talked with this us prior to their gig at Billy's Lounge in Grand Rapids. Our discussion took us from the band's origin to their own self-titled video game .  We also talked about the new material they are performing that could make it on their album planned for 2023.   Ryan and Jeff recap the live performance from the ban...

Season 1: Episode 9 We had the opportunity to talk with Luke from the The Corner Record Shop .  We cover the origins of the shop that started back in Grandville over 20 years ago. Luke got us up to speed on their current move to a location less than a mile from their current location.  In addition, Luke shared his own personal podcast, Bubbles Mushrooms , with us. Listen to hear more abo...

Season 1: Episode 8 We had the chance to talk with Flylitegemini just before their show in Allendale back in August.  It might have been one of our shorter interviews due to time constraints, but we learned a lot about this band in terms of music along with Joe's musings.  One topic we discussed was their new album, Time and Space. It was a great time, and we hope to bring them back to h...

Season 1: Episode 7 We finally had the chance to talk to a band from the east side of the state in this episode.  Our conversation with Bobby, Erik, and Jarrod from Westfall was excellent.  We covered their long history from how they started to the path they have chosen to stay the course since then. They have been very intentional in their approach which might not be what you would expe...