The Bandwich Tapes

To prepare for the next season of The Bandwich Tapes, I am re-releasing some of my favorite episodes.  In this electrifying episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I have the immense pleasure of sitting down with the legendary drummer Paul Wertico. With a career spanning an impressive four decades, Wertico's name is synonymous with excellence in the world of percussion, particularly for his groundbreaking...

To prepare for the next season of The Bandwich Tapes, I am re-releasing some of my favorite episodes.  In this episode of The Bandwich Tapes , I sit down with my friend and fellow musician, Steve Ward. Steve and I met in 2011, and from that moment, we formed a friendship and musical kinship that has endured to this day. He is an incredibly talented guitar player, singer, producer, and engineer. Ou...

To prepare for the next season of The Bandwich Tapes, I am re-releasing some of my favorite episodes.   Join me as I sit down with my friend, musician, producer, and engineer, to delve into his impressive career. Mark is a staple of the Atlanta music community, known for being an in-demand guitarist and producer. He plays guitar with the band Across the Wide and owns Flossy Monk Studios. Over the...

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I sit down to talk to my best buddy, my son, Skyler Williams.  Skyler is an incredible musician and my favorite drummer.  We discuss his musical history and playing opportunities.  We also touch on burnout, dealing with difficult bandleaders, and stepping away from music. Skyler studied percussion performance at Louisiana State University and was a member of...

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes , I have the pleasure of speaking with Mark Little.  Mark is an incredible Atlanta-based drummer, percussionist, and educator.  Our paths first crossed when he was my drumline instructor during a marching band camp in the 1990s.  Since then, we have been in a few situations together where we were either teaching or playing music.  Mark possesses a deep knowled...

In this episode of The Bandwich Tapes , I sit down with the incredibly talented musician James Raymond for a wide-ranging conversation about his life, music, and creative journey.  James Raymond is a musician, songwriter, producer, and film composer who lives and works in Santa Fe, New Mexico.  James has produced and co-written several records with his dearly departed birthfather, David Crosby, th...

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes , I sit down with Matt Mundy to discuss his incredible musical journey, which is deeply rooted in family heritage and a love for bluegrass. We dive into the evolution of bluegrass music, breaking down the role of various instruments and how academic influences have helped shape modern sounds. Matt opens up about his early years in music, playing with family, a...

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I am thrilled to talk with my lifelong friend, Tim Hamilton.  Tim is an incredible steel guitar player and one of the best musicians I have ever been lucky enough to play with.  We talk about his early years and how the steel guitar came into his life.  We also talk about the many mutual heroes that shaped who we are as musicians.  Tim has a wealth of knowled...

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I am joined by my longtime friend and fantastic drummer and producer, Brian Stephens. Brian and I talk about how we met and some gigs we have played together over the years. We also discuss his drumset approach, whether live or in the studio.   Brian Stephens is the sort of creative professional who has always lived several different lives simultaneously. For...

In this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I sit down with the incredibly talented Carolyn Kendrick—singer-songwriter, instrumentalist, and all-around creative powerhouse. We dive into her musical journey and influences and get the inside scoop on her upcoming album, Each Machine . Carolyn and I chat about how technology and AI are shaping the music industry, the essential role rhythm plays in songwri...

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I am honored to speak with my friend, Wilson Braswell.  Wilson is an incredible guitar player and singer and one of the most amazing people I have ever had the pleasure of playing with.  He and I worked in a band together in the mid-2000s and played many gigs together. We discuss his beginnings, influences, and some of the formative gigs throughout his career...

In the final installment of a three-part episode of The Bandwich Tapes , I sit down with my son, Skyler, for a heartfelt and meaningful conversation about our shared musical journeys.  We continue our discussion about the many incredible musicians and bands I have been fortunate enough to play in. We also discuss meeting George Sandler and how that relationship led to us forming The Deliverymen. ...

In the second installment of a three-part episode of The Bandwich Tapes , I sit down with my son, Skyler, for a heartfelt and meaningful conversation about our shared musical journeys. In this episode, I dive into my gap year after high school, during which I taught drum lines and percussion ensembles. I talk about the challenges I faced as a teacher and how they shaped my understanding of communi...

In this three-part episode of The Bandwich Tapes , I sit down with my son, Skyler, for a heartfelt and meaningful conversation about our shared musical journeys. I reflect on my early experiences, from singing at the Georgia Mountain Fair to my time on Star Search and recording an album in Nashville. I also talk about learning percussion and how my lessons with Tim Howard shaped my approach to mus...

In this episode of The Bandwich Tapes , I sit down with my long-time friend and collaborator, Shannon Wickline. We take a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about our enduring friendship and all the musical projects we've worked on together. Shannon shares his journey as a music producer, explaining how he can turn simple demos into polished, professional tracks. We also dive into his impressive m...

In this episode of The Bandwich Tapes , I sit down with musician Brent Paschke to dive into his music career and work in music education. Brent Paschke is a guitarist, producer, songwriter, and author based in Los Angeles, California. He is best known as Pharrell Williams’ guitarist, having worked with the singer/songwriter/producer since 2001. Paschke accompanies Williams in the studio and on tou...

In this episode of The Bandwich Tapes , I had the pleasure of sitting down with singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Matt Krahula. I recently stumbled upon his music and was instantly hooked. Matt Krahula, currently based in Honolulu, HI, is a true musical talent. He’s the bassist for Grammy-nominated artist Henry Kapono, the lead singer of The Nightmare River Band, and one half of the Cham...

In this episode of The Bandwich Tapes , I speak with my friend, Kenny Head, a talented musician and keyboard player. We reminisce about how we met and the years of playing music together. Kenny shares his experiences playing with different bands and emphasizes the importance of enjoying the gigs and appreciating fellow musicians. We also discuss his musical influences like Floyd Cramer, Chuck Leav...

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I'm catching up with Drew Simpson, one of my favorite drummers on the planet. We're diving into our musical journey together, reminiscing how Drew first got into percussion playing in his dad's band and his early lessons. We then reflect on our time playing together in Mount Pisgah and the profound impact of our drummer-bass player dynamic. Drew shares some i...

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I am thrilled to talk with my friend Kevin Wyglad.  Kevin and I met years ago and have since played many gigs together.  He is a talented multi-instrumentalist and an incredible singer.  We discuss his musical beginnings and the people and experiences that shaped his musical skills and tastes. We also talk about our friendship and the importance of relationsh...

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I am honored to speak with my friend, Maria Howell.  Maria and I met years ago and played in the Livin' Large band.  She is one of my favorite singers and people on the planet. Maria was born in Gastonia, North Carolina, and graduated from Winston-Salem State University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She worked as a jazz singer and made her film debut in T...

In this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I'm thrilled to welcome my longtime friend and phenomenal percussionist, Michael LaMattina. Michael and I go way back when we first met at the District Honor Band in Georgia. Our shared passion for music saw us performing together in various ensembles throughout high school, setting the stage for Michael's illustrious career. Now, Michael holds the prestigiou...

In this episode of The Bandwich Tapes , I am thrilled and honored to sit down with the incredible Luke Bulla, one of my all-time favorite instrumentalists and vocalists. Our conversation is a deep dive into his remarkable musical journey and the experiences that have shaped his illustrious career. Luke's life has been steeped in music from an early age. At age four, he began touring and singing wi...

In this episode of The Bandwich Tapes , I am honored to have a conversation with my friend, Wes McElmoyle. Wes and I crossed paths years ago, and since then, my admiration and respect for him have only grown, both musically and personally. Introduced by our mutual friend, Steve Ward, I've had the privilege of sharing the stage with Wes numerous times, each experience more memorable than the last....

In this episode of The Bandwich Tapes , I am honored to have a conversation with my multifaceted friend, Art McNaughton. To me, Art epitomizes the term "Renaissance Man." He is not only a talented musician but also a distinguished visual artist and graphic designer, among other things.  Our paths crossed years ago, and since then, we have shared the stage for numerous gigs. His boundless energy an...