March Forth with Mike Bauman

In this week's episode, Mike speaks with musician Dillon Koprowski. In support of National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, this show features a candid conversation between Dillon and Mike about suicide, depression, anxiety, awareness and community. The two discuss Project punk monk - a group Dillon started that's dedicated to spreading suicide awareness and support - dealing with bullying, anxiety and getting to a better place. This episode also features the song "Light the Way" from Tropic Bombs.

If you or anyone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1 (800) 273-8255.

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In this week's episode, Mike speaks with Pat O'Connor of Culture Clash Records. The two discuss Pat's 40-plus years in the music business as a record store owner, including the tough times during the onset of the digital age, opening Culture Clash, some of his favorite artists, album art, being part of I Need That Record! & more.

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In this week's episode, Mike chats with radio DJ Chris "Peapod" Daher of 100.7 The Zone in Toledo. The two discuss Peapod's path into radio, overcoming bullying, shining a light on the Northwest Ohio music scene, Power Rangers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles & more. The episode also features the song "Chrysanthemums" off Tropic Bombs' debut album "Nuclear Honeymoon."

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In this week's show, Mike chats with Detroit's Coven 13. Following a hiatus of more than two decades, Coven 13 reemerged in the mid-2000s after lots of overseas fanfare for their music. Known for their 1987 album "Worship New Gods," Coven 13 talks to Mike about their days starting out back in the 80s, having a sound that couldn't be pigeonholed, their medieval and goth themes, latest album "Destiny Of The Gods" and more. This show also features the song "Elfstone" from Coven 13's latest album, available via Shadow Kingdom Records! Photo courtesy of Coven 13's website.

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https://shadowkingdomrecords.bandcamp.com/album/destiny-of-the-gods

On this week's show, Mike Bauman speaks with Chris Joseph of The New Love Express. Chris and Mike talk about Chris' musical upbringing, developing his voice, what it was like opening for The Temptations & the Four Tops, his solo album "My Love Is Real" and recording with Mark Mikel and The New Love Express. The song "Let Freedom Ring" from The New Love Express' debut album is featured on this episode. Photo courtesy of The New Love Express Facebook Page.

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In this week's show, Mike Bauman sits down with Tom Galbraith, Dave Borkowski, Jan Hudson and Jerry Spitler of The Fossil Creek Band. Together, they discuss the band's sound and formation, traveling to perform at bluegrass festivals, bluegrass music fans & more. This episode also features the title track off The Fossil Creek Band's latest album, "Waitin' On The Daylight." For music, upcoming shows & more about the band, visit the links below! Photo courtesy of The Fossil Creek Band Facebook page.

https://www.facebook.com/TheFossilCreekBand

http://www.fossilcreekbluegrass.com/index.html

http://www.cdbaby.com/Artist/TheFossilCreekBand

In this week's episode of Bauman's Breakdown, Mike speaks with Ben Stalets of the Ben Stalets Band. Ben and Mike talk about Ben's recent gigs, the evolution of the band's sound, their upcoming album, working with Steven Warstler, car accidents, the correct pronunciation of his last name (STAH-LITZ, not STAY-LITZ, so now you know!) & more. The Ben Stalets Band will perform August 8th at Iggy's with The Old Adage for their album fundraiser show. Visit the links below to keep up with the Ben Stalets Band! Photo by Kara Fallon

https://www.facebook.com/bennystalets

https://benstalets.bandcamp.com/

https://soundcloud.com/benstalets

http://www.toledofreepress.com/tag/ben-stalets/

In this week's episode, Mike talks with Elijah Bisbee of NOMADS. Elijah speaks with Mike about the concept behind NOMADS' latest album "When Those Around Us Leave," getting into post rock music, how the band came together and more. The song "Sunset on The Range" from NOMADS' latest LP is also featured on this podcast. Enjoy!

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In this week's episode, Mike Bauman chats with vocalist Keith Wampler of The Convalescence. Keith talks to Mike about what it's like out on the road with the band's tour schedule, The Convalescence's formation and development over the years, getting the chance to play Mayhem Festival and more. Mike also talks about pursuing your dreams and overcoming your fears. This episode also features the song "Broken Mirror" off The Convalescence's latest album "The Process," available on iTunes. R.I.P., Charlie.

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In this week's episode, Mike Bauman speaks with multi-instrumentalist, singer and above all good dude Ravi Orr (Phyllotaxis, Vagus Nerve). Ravi talks to Mike about how he got into music, learning to record everything himself, working with Doc Coyle, his latest album "The Woe of the Crow & His Poison Tree" & more. This episode also features the song "Woe of the Crow" from Ravi's latest LP. To purchase "The Woe of the Crow & His Poison Tree" and other crow-related goodies, visit http://phyllotaxismusic.com/. You can also download the album on iTunes. Good dudes. Good vibes. Good times. Enjoy!

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