The Tone Tailors Podcast

They started this band at 13 years old with no one taking them seriously — five years later, Vinyl Rush has a concept album about a soldier going to war, an award-show win, and a 20-date summer tour booked. On this episode of the Tone Tailors Podcast, drummer Nic, guitarist/vocalist Cody, and bassist/vocalist Dante sit down on the couch to talk their debut album Dead Luck, their hard line on AI in...

This week on the Tone Tailors Podcast, I sit down with Dave Costarella and Loyd from Hand Up Partners to talk about one of the most unique community initiatives happening in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.==GET TICKETS TO THE JUNE 14th FUNDRAISER:Hand Up Partners Fundraiser ExtravaganzaPresented by Jimmy Juice & Tellus 360https://tickets.venuepilot.com/e/hand-up-partners-fundraiser-extravaganza-2026-...

This week on the Tone Tailors Podcast, I sit down with Lancaster musician Alex Hart to talk about the local music scene, songwriting, recording, touring, Guitar Hero, social media, and the reality of being a working musician in 2026.Alex is involved in several projects across Central Pennsylvania, including Still Flow, Samaritan Snare, AARDVAARK, and their solo work. Throughout the conversation, w...

This week on the Tone Tailors Podcast, Levi sits down with local guitar builder and luthier Will Shea, founder of Shea Guitars right here in Central Pennsylvania. From learning the craft through guitar factories and luthier school to building fully handmade instruments in his own shop, Will breaks down what really goes into creating boutique guitars from scratch. We get into everything from tonew...

This week on the Tone Tailors Podcast, I sit down in the shop with Matt Hostetter for one of the most honest and wide-ranging conversations we’ve had so far. If you’ve spent any time around live music in Lancaster County, there’s a good chance Matt’s had something to do with it whether through Zoetropolis, The Quiet Riders, WWJD, Sugar Tank/Here, Hear Studios, or his work with Music For Everyone....

This week on the Tone Tailors Podcast, Levi sits down with Logan Ressler of Samaritan Snare for one of the deepest conversations we’ve had yet about music, creativity, recording, AI, social media, and what it actually takes to survive as an artist in 2026. Follow, Listen, & Support Logan & His Work: https://linktr.ee/loganresslerLogan wears a lot of hats. He’s a freelance engineer, produce...

This week I sat down with Zach, better known as Dr. Nyce, for a really fun conversation about music, education, performance, and what it actually takes to build a life around being an artist. Learn More about & Listen to Dr. Nyce: Website: https://doctornyce.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.nyce/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drnycepianoSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1...

This week I sat down with Josh Joyce, owner of Wombat Studios right here in Lancaster, PA.Learn More About Wombat: https://www.wombatrecordingstudio.com/Follow Wombat Studios: https://www.instagram.com/wombatstudios/We got into the real difference between recording at home vs stepping into a real studio. And honestly, it’s probably not what you think. Everyone has access to gear now. Laptop, inter...

Learn More About The Roomates: https://www.theroomatesband.com/Learn More About Millennial Mixtape:https://www.millennialmixtape.net/Learn More About RF Entertainment: https://www.facebook.com/reasonandfritz===I sat down with Aly and Andrew, co-owners of RF Entertainment LLC and the driving force behind two of the busiest bands in Central PA, The Roommates and Millennial Mixtape. These two are pla...

This week on the Tone Tailors Podcast, I’m sitting down with 18-year-old musician, producer, and one-man-band content machine Ethan Cutillo. Follow Ethan online:  https://www.instagram.com/ethan.cutillo You’ve probably seen his covers floating around Instagram. He’s sitting in a blue-lit room playing drums, keys, guitar, bass, and vocals all at once. And no, it’s not pre-recorded and dubbed over....

Get your TICKETS! The winners will be announced LIVE on stage at the 7th Annual CPMAs & Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Wednesday, March 4th, 2026 at the American Music Theatre in Lancaster, PA! Everyone is invited--artists, press, family, friends, fans, and the general public! Don't miss this opportunity to get your picture on the red carpet!https://amtshows.com/show/7th-annual-cpmas-h...

This week on the Tone Tailors Podcast, we’re sitting down with Azayah Pugh and members of the band, alongside friend and mentor Terian Mack of Larger Than Life. We dig into what it really looks like to build momentum in the Lancaster music scene, finding your sound, staying consistent, putting yourself in rooms before you feel “ready,” and turning community into opportunity. Azayah breaks down the...

Get A Divided Drive Pedal, TODAY - https://shop.tonetailors.com/products/stomp-under-foot-divided-driveThis episode is a fun one for me because I sat down with one of the co-owners of Tone Tailors, John LeClair. If you’ve spent any time in the shop, you already know John. If you haven’t, this episode is a solid introduction to the brain behind a lot of what makes Tone Tailors feel the way it does....

Follow Bridget on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bridgetgindhartFollow Her Band, Stars in Sapphire: https://www.instagram.com/starsinsapphireFollow Her Celtic Music: https://www.instagram.com/bern_n_bridgeListen to Coventry Carol by Stars in Sapphire: https://open.spotify.com/track/6rOppXlwNj8nd2OklBhRni?si=0f88cf17d5e94c5a-We finally did it. Our first in-person Tone Tailors Podcast episode. JP let...

Check out Eric's Photography: https://ericforberger.com/Listen to REUNION on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3v9EkIBtCNWSaCpqJz9e2K?si=mvettVeJQPCSq7PUSj7u1wEric on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericforberger/---In this episode of the Tone Tailors Podcast, I sit down with Eric Forberger — photographer, musician, and a guy who’s been deep in the Lancaster hardcore and punk scene sin...

This week I sat down with Karlo Gesner and DJ BossRoss (Ross Campanella) to talk about how an idea for a simple EDM night in downtown Lancaster turned into a sold-out event with over 100 tickets at Telus360.Karlo is known around Lancaster as a photographer, filmmaker, and now a connector in the music scene. Ross has been DJing for years—from college clubs to weddings to teaching drum lines—and is...

This week on the Tone Tailors Podcast, I sat down with Jeremy Ganse and Mitch Gready — the team behind Lancaster MusicFest. We talked about how the festival got started, what it takes to run it each year, and the local causes it supports. Lancaster MusicFest is more than just a concert in the park — it’s a full-day community experience. On September 6, 2025, Buchanan Park will be filled with live...

SEE THE WILD HYMNS LIVE https://www.thewildhymns.com/live---SONGS USED IN THIS EPISODEI Feel You By The Wild Hymnshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4gQm6x8PCk&ab_channel=TheWildHymnsCathedral Bells by The Whild Hymnshttps://music.youtube.com/watch?v=dwmon75C608--In episode four of the Tone Tailors Podcast, I sit down with Megan Woodland and Jeff Hewitt—the married duo behind The Wild Hymns—to get a...

In episode three of Tone Tailors Podcast, I catch up with Ben Roth. Ben begins by telling the story behind Kaleidoscope Recording Studio. He and his partners met in music school and wanted a place for creative players in Lancaster. We cover how they found a space, collected gear, and built a vibe that keeps local artists coming back. Then, we dive into the nuts and bolts of running a studio. Ben t...

Learn More About The Village Night Club: https://thevillagenightclub.com/Learn More About the Lancaster Roots & Blues Festival:https://lancasterrootsandblues.com/--In episode two of the Tone Tailers Podcast, I sit down with my new friend Rich Ruoff, the driving force behind Lancaster’s live-music scene for more than 20 years. You know him as the original owner of the Chameleon Club, the creator of...

I’m thrilled to kick off the Tone Tailors Podcast with Lancaster’s own Tuck Ryan—singer-songwriter, multi-band veteran, and Philly transplant who’s moving back home to Lancaster at the end of the month. In this hour-long conversation, we dive into:-- His obsession with vinyl, albums as journeys, and why production detail matters-- Streaming vs. Bandcamp vs. Band residencies, and the real way music...