The Music Scene with Dave Cudrak

Jay Bragg has successfully carved his own space in the very competitive scene in Nashville. His experience has given him an in depth point of view when it comes to the Nashville Music Scene. In this conversation we talk all about the good, the bad, and the ugly view from Nashville, which happens to be the name of his very popular series on Instagram and Substack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

Michaelsongs returns to talk about new venues, a new live album, and everything else he's got going on! https://www.michaelsongsofficial.com Listen to Full Episodes from The Music Scene Podcast on one of the below links:  The Music Scene Podcast: https://shows.acast.com/the-music-scene-with-dave-cudrak Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1IEWlTyfvNZq3ZiW6qPMxr?si=ArqXsaXeQdWu5M5hwaUa7Q App...

Noop is a singer/songwriter based in New Jersey. He's spent time in California and New York where he learned how to hone his craft through relationships and life experiences. Forever a student of life, Noop is just as curious about music as he is repairing and rebuilding everything from music gear to a vintage BMW. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Jaffe is the touring guitar player and backing vocalist for Kacey Musgraves. He is also an LA based sing/songwriter who collaborated with Theo Katzman for Ben's latest solo album Songs for Agreement which is available on Bandcamp. We talk all about it and have some laughs along the way. Listen to Full Episodes from The Music Scene Podcast on one of the below links:  The Music Scene Podcas...

Christian Santiago is a south jersey guitar player and music teacher who is part of the Amy Elizabeth Band. Listen to Full Episodes from The Music Scene Podcast on one of the below links:  The Music Scene Podcast: https://shows.acast.com/the-music-scene-with-dave-cudrak Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1IEWlTyfvNZq3ZiW6qPMxr?si=ArqXsaXeQdWu5M5hwaUa7Q Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.app...

With over 2 million subscribers on YouTube, Dovydas has carved out his own space in the global music scene. Originally from Lithuania, his first taste of fame was when he appeared on Lithuania's Got Talent. After moving to America he has solidified himself as one of the most entertaining musicians in the world. His art captures the human experience with real people, real interactions, and real tal...

Mike Gordy is a south jersey singer/songwriter and former owner of Westville Brewery. We talk all about his brewing days as well as what he has going on in music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matty Lacovara is a singer/songwriter in South Jersey. He's super popular around the Open Mic scene and is currently doing some old school recording. He's also a veteran and helicopter repairman. Hear all about it in this episode!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I've know Jay Runyon for a number of years. She performs all over South Jersey and a solo acoustic act as well as a duo, and as part of her new band. She is also a core member of Fierce & Fretted as well as a business owner is the creative design space. Here all about it in this episode of The Music Scene with Dave Cudrak. Listen to Full Episodes from The Music Scene Podcast on one of the belo...

Tinyade is a Philadelphia-based singer, born in Michigan, raised in Malawi, whose music blends pop, soul, and ambient genres like you've never heard before. She has a new album coming out on May 1st, 2026 centered around emotional healing and perseverance. Listen to Full Episodes from The Music Scene Podcast on one of the below links:  The Music Scene Podcast: https://shows.acast.com/the-musi...

In our 100th episode I take a look back at all the episodes that came before and talk about some of the highlights and challenges that we've had over the last year and a half. Thank you for your support! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shawn and Maureen Corcoran are a duo that now goes by the name of Iron and Oak. They were formally part of The Squirrels, which were formerly The Indigo Squirrels. Originally from South Jersey, they have moved to Nashville and are in the midst of recording a new EP at the legendary Dark Horse Studios. We talk all about it and have lots of laughs during the process. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Joey DiTullio is a South Jersey Singer/Songwriter, Producer, Multi-Instrumentalist, and Recording Engineer who's been doing music full time since he was 14 years old!!!! This conversation covers it all from his music journey, philosophy, psychology, his wife blowing up on TikTok and everything in between. Check it out!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kevin Tran is a multi-talented South Jersey singer/songwriter with lots going on from playing bass in the Original Artist Circuit (OAC) house band, to being part of a new cover band project, to releasing his own solo music. On top of that he is also an accomplished videographer! We talk all about it in this episode of The Music Scene with Dave Cudrak. Check it out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

In this episode, Amy Elizabeth discusses the upcoming Tuckerton Porchfest, a vibrant community music festival in New Jersey. She shares insights on organizing the event, the importance of community involvement, and how Porchfest fosters local culture and networking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Garden Roads is what happens when good songs demand to be heard—and a drummer decides to front the band. Tim Malcarney had a stack of rich, melodically driven songs written with longtime collaborator Evan McIntyre, from Philly’s The Silence. The tracks were recorded and shaped through separate home studio sessions by Malcarney and McIntyre, then mixed and polished by Pete Rydberg at 1935 Studi...

Johnathan Sellers is a self-proclaimed hippie working in all kinds of projects and making all kinds of music. He's a very talented musician with a heart of gold. Our conversation covers everything from song writing to psychedelics. Check it out!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Connor Choi is an acoustic artist who incorporates a range of influences into his music, from 90s grunge to psychedelic rock. His unique sound is characterized by intricate guitar work and the use of experimental pedal techniques. With a passion for songwriting and performance, Connor continues to evolve his music while staying connected to his roots. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

Matt Williams who goes by the stage name, The Williams Boy, has lived a full life both personally and musically. From being on welfare as a kid to having multiple offers from Nashville. He's also funny as hell! We had so much fun talking that this turned out to be the longest episode yet. Stick around for 3 songs at the end. Listen to Full Episodes from The Music Scene Podcast on one of the below...

In this insightful interview, renowned guitarist and Berklee College of Music educator Tomo Fujita shares his philosophy on life and guitar playing, emphasizing the importance of quality, mindfulness, and self-compassion. Discover how his approach can transform your practice, performance, and outlook on life. In addition to Tomo demonstrating some of the key components of his book, Guitar Wisdom,...

Chris Ricco is a gigging solo acoustic musician in southeast Pennsylvania. He is primarily a cover musician but does a lot of writing and has a very special project coming soon that is reminiscent of Bruce Springsteen's Nebraska album. In this engaging interview, acoustic musicians David Cudrak and Chris Ricco share their journeys, techniques, and insights into the world of solo performance, songw...

Steve Dee is a South Jersey singer/songwriter, host of two opens mics, a member of the Grateful Dead tribute band Crickets and Cicadas. He has a tremendously wide range of musical taste and is a blast to talk to! Check out a performance of two of his songs from his latest EP at the end of this episode. They're awesome!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're a musician and ever thought about gigging and need some insight on how to book your own shows, this is the episode for you. Joe Grasso is a local South Jersey musician who probably gigs more than anyone I know. He has played a significant role in my success as a gigging musician by answering all of my questions when I was first getting started and providing invaluable insight. In this co...

In the vibrant world of music, few stories resonate as deeply as that of the Koosmans, an acoustic punk duo that has captured the hearts of many. With their unique sound and engaging performances, they share not just their music but also their journey, marked by passion, creativity, and camaraderie. At the heart of the Koosmans’ sound is a commitment to simplicity and authenticity. The duo, consis...

Marla Cannon-Goodman is a highly successful Nashville country music songwriter, known for writing number one hits like Lee Ann Womack's "The Fool", Tracy Byrd's "Ten Rounds with Jose Cuervo" and Rodney Atkins "Cleaning this Gun". Marla also has writing credits on "Don't Make Me" (Blake Shelton) and "Unfair Weather Friend" (Willie Nelson/Merle Haggard). She has also written songs for Eric Church, S...