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We’re so excited to introduce our new podcast: The Process with Siena. Listen to honest conversations between artists that reveal the strength, challenges, purpose, vulnerability, and joy of living a creative life. "I’m Siena. I’m a creative human - a musician, artist, and teacher. I’m here because I have Big Questions. How do we build a creative life? What keeps us going? What does our daily proc...

In this episode, Ben answers the question, "where the &$@# have you been!?" ~~~ In addition, Rochester Groovecast is so excited to introduce our new podcast: "The Process" with Siena. Listen to honest conversations between artists that reveal the strength, challenges, purpose, vulnerability and, the joy of living a creative life. Siena. Is a creative human - a musician, artist, and teacher. She's...

Episode 122 of the Rochester Groovecast Podcast highlights a returning guest, Anthony Siciliano of "Head To The Roots." "From high energy stomp to mellow campfire acoustic, Head to the Roots is the music mind-child of Anthony Siciliano. Anthony pulls at the roots of folk, blues, rock and reggae music. The fabric of his songwriting is both thought-provoking and playful, woven with themes of life ex...

Episode 121 of the Rochester Groovecast Podcast showcases the captivating Sally Louise. "Opera singer-turned-indie singer-songwriter Sally Drutman seemed to appear as a sudden apparition last July when she released her dream-like first single “Milky Blue” as Sally Louise. Less than a year later, Louise has wasted no time in expanding her stylistic palette across a sprawling collection of 10 self-p...

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In episode 119 of the Rochester Groovecast Podcast, Ithaca's Mosaic Foundation premiers two tracks off their new album, Unity Is Dub International Roots Reggae group Mosaic Foundation sits down with Rochester Groovecast to discuss their brand new album, "Unity Is Dub!"  During the episode, we listen to two tracks for the very first time, "Love For All" and "Door of No Return." - Listen To The Podc...

Episode 118 of the Rochester Groovecast Podcast highlights Hollowell's new single, "Don't Care." Hollowell, formerly Astraea, is an original female-fronted alternative rock band from Rochester, NY. Their inspirations draw from 90's/early 2000s. Episode 118 of The Rochester Groovecast podcast is an intimate chat and "Don't Care" listening party. Listen To The Podcast: Rochester Groovecast by Balber...

Episode 117 of the Rochester Groovecast Podcast highlights Zahyia's new single, "Why Love." Zahyia Rolle's new solo project, 'Zahyia' is "an eclectic blend of everything. Musically reflecting the light and stories of all." Episode 117 of The Rochester Groovecast podcast is an intimate chat and "Why Love" listening party. Watch The Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqH8hwNWa4o - At Rochester...

Episode 116 of the Rochester Groovecast Podcast in a Re-Stream of Rochester Groovecast founder, Ben Albert, featured on the Afternoon Cocktail Talk show! Afternoon Cocktail Talk Show is a wellness-based show featuring live performances and candid interviews with National and International Singer-songwriters, entrepreneurs, and various noteworthy causes. Through a collection of perspectives, Aftern...

Episode 115 is a live stream performance with Stereo Nest brainchild, Collin Jones. Stereo Nest is Cerebral Dance Music featuring Live Electronic Loops! In this episode, we listen to a full Stereo Nest live stream set! Timestamp: 00:31: Conversation with Collin and Ben 11:45: Livestream Performance by Stereo Nest 01:01:15: Conversation Concluded 01:11:13: Behind The Scenes Rochester Groovecast by...

Episode 114 is a re-broadcast of William Brown's show, One Word Conversations!  Your Rochester Groovecast host, Ben Albert, was a guest!  William and Ben have a conversation around the word "why." "Every day I endeavor to have a conversation to harness this power. WHY One Word? Because I believe that we connect with a shared understanding of language and we disconnect when our language is not shar...

In episode 113, Ben chats with Friday In America's Ben Rossi. "With a range of influences spanning from The Band to The Roots, Friday in America fuse elements of folk, rock, reggae, and hip hop. The result is a menagerie of musical styles - from the heavy rock and funk arrangements of songs like "Hitman" to the stripped-down folk of "Water". In 2011, the band released their first full length album...

In episode 112, the community answers a simple question: “Favorite Moments At Flour City Sation andddd Go!” Ben Albert, Host of Rochester Groovecast, posed this question on Facebook, reached to many people, and brought together a large collection of Flour City Station memories. Ben shares some of his insights, shares recordings of guest-submitted memories, and reads off the rest of the amazing col...

In episode 111, I share nostalgic memories with Matt Green, Entertainment Director and Co-Owner of Flour City Station. “Flour City Station is located at 170 East Avenue, in Rochester, NY. Rochester is steeped in music tradition; from the Eastman School of Music just down the street, to the longstanding music festivals such as the Jazz Festival, East End Fest, Fringe Fest and Party in the Park. Flo...

In episode 110, I vibe out on writing, creating, and producing genuine music with the man formally known as Logan Mckinney, “Éclat Vibes.” Vibrations for the Soul, Intended to free the body and awaken the mind. Éclat will captivate you in a vibrant listening experience to inspire your spiritual self. Timestamp: 00:31: Mac DeMarco “Chamber Of Reflection” Cover by Éclat Vibes 04:25: Episode Introduc...

Episode 109 is a new edition of "At The End Of The Day with Ben." I chat about the hardships the past month (and year) has brought, announce two new amazing partnerships, and admit that I NEED HELP! – Keep In Touch with NYS Music and WNY Music: http://wnymusic.com http://nysmusic.com — CLICK ME FOR ALL OFF ROCHESTER GROOVECAST’S LINKS: https://linktr.ee/rochestergroovecast Rochester Groovecast is...

In episode 108, recorded at Wicked Squid Studios, I shoot the shit w/ Chris Beikirch, the video and tour manager for Lespecial and The Sideways! He is also the owner of CB Video Marketing! Watch The Full Video w/ Edits! https://fb.watch/38wSN1-YNh/ Timestamp: 02:09: Conversation w/ Chris B 27:20: "Tonberry" by Lespecial 35:27: Conversation Continued 01:15:41: "Better Days" by The Sideways 01:20:50...

In episode 107, I learn more about Buffalo music with Ryan Gurnett, head guy at WNYMusic.com. Timestamp: 00:31: “Squelch's Briquet" By Tortoise Forest 06:44: Conversation w/ Ben and Ryan 25:35: Carmen & Lizzy "Shelter" and "Carry You" Live from The Struggle Is Real Podcast. 29:27: Conversation Continued 43:13: "Oooohhh" by Phillip Stephen 47:05: Conversation Continued 01:00:48: "Bukowski and Braut...

In episode 106, I chat with internationally recognized prog-rockers Dan and Sam of STAVO!! We struggle with internet issues in a virtual world... but more importantly, get our shit together to have an awesome conversation about prog music, music marketing, and how to find REAL fans who ACTUALLY CARE! Timestamp: 00:31: “Clock On The Wall" By Stavo 07:28: Episode Introduction 09:07: Conversation wit...

In episode 105, I discuss music and orchestras in a Covid-19 landscape.  Jonathan is a musician, conductor, arranger, teacher, and world-class orchestrator. – Keep In Touch with everything Jonathan Allentoff: www.allentoffmusic.com www.brockportsymphony.org www.greeceperformingarts.org www.brightonsymphony.org www.tberochester.org — CLICK ME FOR ALL OFF ROCHESTER GROOVECAST’S LINKS: https://linktr...

In episode 104, we hear from Buffalo's folk, jazz, and roots local legend Tyler Westcott! Tyler plays live, we listen to some unreleased tracks, and have a full throttle listening party!  Enjoy! Timestamp: 00:31: “Fat Ol' Rat”  by Folkfaces 05:14: Live Performance on Facebook by Tyler Westcott 33:18: Conversation with Tyler and Ben 49:13: “Talkin Pandemic Blues” by Tyler Westcott 51:37: Conversati...

In episode 103, I chat with Buffalo's guitar virtuoso, Sean Mcnamara!  Look out for his NEW ALBUM coming out soon. In this episode, we tease some brand new unreleased tracks. Timestamp: 00:31: “Rising Storm”  by Mosswalk 08:03: Live Performance on Facebook by Sean McNamara 26:31: Conversation with Sean and Ben 42:36: “Sunday Drive” tease by Sean McNamara 43:56: Conversation with Sean. 1:02:33: “Ca...

In episode 102, we have a live performance from the sultry Joe Stehle of The Sideways!  Enjoy the set and also our in-depth conversation. Timestamp:    00:31: “Better Days”  by The Sideways 07:02: Live Performance on Facebook by Joe Stehle 26:19: “Sweater” by The Sideways 31:29: Conversation with Joe. 56:09: “Julianne” by The Sideways 01:01:59: Conversation Conclusion – Keep In Touch with The Side...

In episode 101, we break past the 100 mark with an intimate discussion with drummer extraordinaire, Jimmy Grillo. Jimmy plays with everyone in the city and we cross a ton of territory. Timestamp: 00:31: “Infinity”  by Roots Collider 07:42: Conversation with Jimmy 24:26: "Catching That Train" by Aaron Lipp and The Slacktones 28:50: Conversation Continued 48:47: "Angeline The Baker" by The Younger G...

Episode 100 is a montage of all the incredible answers to my favorite question... -- Websites announced on the podcast: www.balbertmarketing.com www.rochesterbusinessconnections.com -- Order of Featured Guests: Dave Chisholm- Episode 98 Ellen Pieroni- Episode 96 Siena- Episode- Episode 58 Adrien D’angelo- Episode 53 Ben Stephanus- Episode 88 Mitch Gruber- Episode 62 Ben Chilbert- Episode 54 Carly...