Slightly Mighty Podcast

For the last show of this season, SMP is proud to welcome Drifterfest's Lorrie Griggs, Charleston's Ed "Porkchop" Myer, as well as our setting benefactor, Mr. Drew Madden. The show features music from Drifterfest headliner Big Something and Ed Meyer. Too much was discussed to abbreviate here. If you have enjoyed this series please like/comment/subscribe and SHARE. Drifter Merch Drifter Fest Ed "Po...

This week's special return-for-the-first-time guest is one of Charleston's best, Mr. Lee Barbour. Film scoring; songwriting; improvising; living in the moment; creating a "womb-like atmosphere"; Tim Hecker; emotion in music...as well as many other things relative to Lee's art and creative pursuits. Lee Barbour Maybank Public House

Dan Patrick and Whitt Algar graciously sit down with us to discuss their views on everything from "bullet belts and lipstick" to their band New Ghost Town. I had a great time hosting these two gentlemen, and they are definitely two of Charleston's most enduring performers and songwriters. This episode also features some great bumper music from guitarist Mike Miller (with me on upright bass, just t...

Talking with Noah and Jamal was a truly great experience...both men are deep thinkers and were quite inspiring regarding community and creativity. Plenty of original music featured on this episode for everyone to enjoy. Give us a listen and a share. Of The Heart Jamal Hall Johnny Holliday

For this episode, SMP takes a deep dive into the world of brass. This is the first episode to also feature a guest-host, Mr. Andy Masker, who is also much more knowledgeable on this subject...so I largely stayed out of his way on this one. Dr. David Carter, Hank Bilal, and Chris Williams are the featured guests...lots of great music here. Give us a listen and a share if you like what we're doing....

Was very happy to host Zandrina Dunning and Stephen Washington...a very engaging conversation was had among three friends. In fact, it was Zandrina who originally encouraged me to do this podcast. We discussed topics as diverse as: church musicianship, appreciating your collaborators, Gullah Music Collective, even more on "feel," what producers look for, goals, family, etc. Bumper music provided b...

Sean Bing and Cameron Wescott (The Psycodelics) sat down to discuss a wide range of topics. I really learned a lot from these guys...both provide so many great musical insights here. There's also some REALLY wonderful music in this episode for you to enjoy as well. We talked about the pocket, recording and writing, future goals, reflections on their successes, musical influences, their time on Jam...

Elise and Wallace set down to discuss musicianship, their history together as collaborators, and their thoughts about their own diverse and inspiring musical journeys. Wallace lures us into an extended metaphor about how keeping time is like fly fishing. Elise cops to using roosters as promotional cannon fodder. Stratton Moore makes his long-prophesized return as co-host...deftly weaves together a...

For the 12th episode of the show I sit down with the amazingly talented artist Graham Whorley . Graham is a truly one-of-a-kind artist and someone I've respected and admired for many years. Lots of musical topics, and non-musical topics, are addressed and even redressed. We also solve the problem with artificial intelligence with magic, as well as tell a couple anecdotes about a truly magical shar...

This episode is one episode in two chapters...with two of Charleston's truly remarkable guitarists. Questions were asked and answered. Some truly wonderful music was submitted for this show from both featured guests, as well as some new listener-submitted bumper music by Kelly Sanchez . The first interview with Dave Grimm takes place on location at the Pour House's new green room right before Dave...

Great chance to speak with Steven Sandifer and Justin Parrish on the show...lots of great thoughts were shared, and some really interesting songs for you to hear. What is one's place in an ensemble? How different genres can share similarities. Acoustic music. Advice on being competitive. Multi-instrumentalism. The concept of "feel" makes another reappearance and a brief rap about rapport. Writing...

Very fun conversation with two of my favorite Charleston musicians. I love talking to old friends, and these two men go way back. Charleston history was examined. The creative process was investigated. A brief analysis of the influence of Gullah music, both regionally and nationally. What's so special about a dub plate? Jazz. Some rather solid critique. So much discussed here you need to check it...

On this VERY special spotlight episode, I sit down with several area bassists to discuss their experiences and thoughts about the bass guitar. Featured bassists (in order of their appearance): Mason Pitts; Alan Schmitt; Sandip Roy; Vasily Punsalan; Bobby Hogg; Woody Woodcock; and John Kennedy. I'm so happy that I got the chance to chat with these outstanding gentlemen. Selected racks (in order of...

Runaway Gin's Andy Greenberg and The Reckoning's Bobby Hogg have a new band that pays tribute to the jam band Big Three (Grateful Dead, Phish, Widespread Panic) called Bears Gone Phishin'. We discuss topics like the art of improvisation, the history of the jamband scene, what crowds want, gear, etc. It was a great discussion with plenty of music for you to listen to and enjoy. Thanks for sharing t...

Ward and Russell of Sol Driven Train joined us to discuss their craft and crew with us. I learned a lot from this interview and had a great time, and I hope you will as well. What resonated most with me as I edited this conversation was how their lifelong friendship and sense of family and respect for each other permeate the band itself...and is a huge factor in its success, creativity, and overal...

This SMP Spotlight episode features the wit and wisdom of local songwriter Malin Wagnon. In particular, we discuss his songwriting process, his remarkable new album "Suffering," how to benefit from collaboration, and the benefits of creating within a limited framework. Please buy his new album by visiting his Bandcamp site: https://malinwagnon.bandcamp.com/album/suffering

Grammy winning guitarist and producer Bob Lanzetti (Snarky Puppy, Bokanté, Brock,/Lanzetti/Ogawa Trio) joins us for an illuminating discussion about his experiences touring, recording, writing, and producing. Bob is a truly phenomenal world-class guitarist and I hope everyone enjoys this very special episode. Episode includes selections from Snarky Puppy, Brock/Lanzetti/Ogawa Trio...as well as a b...

Conversation topics include making a living in the material world, what authenticity sounds like, a field guide for handling requests, the effects of current liquor liability laws...and I've also added more music to the show. There's a Hans Wenzel solo artist track, an old and wonderful 86ers track, and a great recording from The Destinators. Questions from Sexbruise are deftly answered as well. T...

Julie and Stratton discuss guerilla marketing strategies, pancakes, a superior rating system for hotels, songwriting...and much more. You will laugh. You will cry. You might get hit in the head with a pancake if you're not paying close attention. If you like the music selections you heard on the episode, please visit their website HERE. If you want to hear more from Julie and Stratton's new duo sp...

Corey and Zach share their insights on various topics...from professionalism to "feel." Was an absolute pleasure to chat with these two gentlemen and look forward to doing it again soon. I would recommend this brief article from City Paper about Zach/Sufferin' Moses when he won the CP Award for Best Blues Act Of The Year . Check out Corey's band Josh Roberts And The Hinges if you'd like to know wh...