Brian Oake Show

Lifelong Minneapolis Southsider Jim Walsh is a chronicler. Through his music, his writing...always documenting and celebrating this amazing place we call home. This time, he brought along his stories, his insight, and his latest record, One Brave Thing by Jim Walsh and The Dog Day Cicadas. We could have talked for hours. Enjoy!

WowwowWOW!! Emily Bjorke is a force!! Bright, articulate, and incredibly talented, she's gone from humble teenage beginnings in SheRock SheRock to writing the WNBA theme song for CBS, and so much music-making in between! Formerly of Last Import, Emily has a release show in the Entry this Thursday, 10/15, for her brand new solo album, which drops the following day. Check this one out!!

Hilary Yoder (Wren & Wilde) stopped by for a great conversation and some hauntingly lovely folk music from W&W's new album, Serial Dreamers. We talked about her life in music, the album release show on Weds 10/7 at Icehouse, and she even brought her guitar for a live acoustic treat! Lovely! Enjoy!

Local band, Harlow joined us to give us a taste of their fantastic new album "Dumb Luck". You know when you hear a band ascending? That's what's happening with Harlow. Des, Sam and the rest of the band will be at Mortimer's in Minneapolis Friday night to release their new album. Good luck!

Duluth-based singer/songwriter Teague Alexy is a bright, energetic musical voice from Northern Minnesota. On his inaugural visit with the show, we cover his new album, Effervescent, and the journeyman troubadour life that has led him to this moment. An engaging artist and a lovely human, he'll definitely be back. Enjoy!

Scott Allen is as MN Music as it gets. He's done sound for EVERYBODY and has made music in his own right for decades. His latest endeavor is a new album called June (out now!). So many great stories, told through the lens of experience and gratitude. Enjoy!

Annie and Kari are back! Annie and The Bang Bang are part of this year's 4th Annual Parkinson's Foundation MN Fundraiser (along with the Flamin' Oh's!) this Friday at The Hook & Ladder. They both bring such great energy, hilarious stories and proper rock action to every time they stop by. Enjoy!

Holy wow! Mikkel Bee, washboardist extraordinaire AND legendary West Bank cowboy troubadour Pop Wagner on the same podcast?!? Yes! These two will be sharing the stage at some genuinely great upcoming shows. So many great stories on this one. Enjoy!

I always love our visits with Michael Anschel of OA Design+Bulid+Architecture. Yes, he sponsors the podcast, but he also happens to be an interesting, thoughtful, and hilarious human being. He has wonderful stories and insight. He also makes fantastic musical pulls every single time. Make sure you listen to the final segment! Enjoy!

Robert Wilkinson (Flamin' Oh's) and Dave Egemo (Parkinson's Foundation) stop by to give us the lowdown on the upcoming 4th Annual Parkinson's Foundation Minnesota Fundraiser. Coming up on Friday, Sept 25th at The Hook & Ladder, the evening will feature two blistering MN Music acts, Annie and the Bang Bang AND The Flamin' Oh's! Get the details here and check it out!