Off The Chain

Off The Chain

By Yvonne Mason SewellSociety & Culture
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Off The Chain episodes

  • Our Friend Music Artist Richard Lynch visits us again
    Upholding the traditions set forth by artists like Haggard, Strait, Jackson, Jennings and other legends, Richard Lynch has been flying the flag for this brand of country music for the past 30+ years.  Residing in Waynesville, OH, Lynch not only sings about country music..he LIVES it. As the owner of Keepin’ It Country Farm with his wife, Donna, Richard knows the meaning of a day’s hard work. As the co-founder of the Love Tattoo Foundation, which assists with veterans programs, Lynch understands the sacrifices of our service men and women and the importance of giving back to your community.  In fact, his farm plays host to fundraising benefits for the organization featuring some of the biggest names in traditional country music.  Richard also cherishes his love and respect for God, family, and his fellow hard-working Americans. The words of his songs speak to his values...values that his fans and lovers of country music everywhere hold dear. https://www.reverbnation.com/richardlynchband   https://www.facebook.com/RichardLynchBand   http://www.twittyoutuer.com/richardlynchbnd   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Lynch_(musician)   CONTACT: Michael Stover MTS Management Group [email protected]
    1 hr 1 min
  • Music Artist Gary Pratt Pays Us a Visit
    Gary Pratt is a singer, a songwriter, and most of all, an energetic country entertainer, who connects with his audience. He grew up in the small, old coal mining town of Slickville, Pennsylvania. In addition to being the front man for several local bands in the Pittsburgh area, he has had the experience of hitting the Nashville club and showcase scene. He has had the pleasure of singing at the Tennessee State Fair, Rocky Gap Music Festival and CMA Fest.  Gary has been the opening act for such greats as Dwight Yoakum, Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan, Ronnie Milsap and Crystal Gayle, to name a few.  http://www.garyprattmusic.com https://www.facebook.com/garyprattmusic https://twitter.com/GaryPra73985764   CONTACT: Michael Stover MTS Management Group   [email protected] A man of faith,Gary is forever thankful to God for walking with him through life, paving this music journey and for putting the gift of music in his heart.  Not only has music been an outlet emotionally that  has helped Gary through some rough times, it has brought family together and has introduced him to some of the most amazing people he is proud to call friends.
    1 hr
  • We Welcome Back Miss Freddye
    As Pittsburgh's "Lady Of The Blues," Miss Freddye keeps the blues alive in her hometown. Miss Freddye began singing in church at a young age. The influences of church and her mother's love of blues music, gave Miss Freddye the foundation to venture in the world of blues music in 1996. She joined BMW(Blues Music Works) under the direction Of "Big" Al Leavitt. In 2002, Miss Freddye went on to form Blue Faze and several years later, Miss Freddye started two bands, Miss Freddye's Blues Band (electric blues) and Miss Freddye's Homecookin Band, (acoustic blues, classic rock, gospel.)Miss Freddye’s influences include  Koko Taylor, Etta James, Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughn, Big Mama Thornton, Bessie Smith, and "Big" Al Leavitt www.twitter.com/@missfreddye17 Instagram-missfreddyesblues http://www.missfreddye.com
    1 hr 1 min
  • Yeah Music Artist Pamela Hopkins Joins Us Again
    Little Rock, Arkansas native, Pamela Hopkins, is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. Her first Nashville album of all original music was released in February 1995, and she got back in the studio recording her second album/EP project that was released in October 2018. Pamela also released 2 singles in 2019. Pamela returned to the studio in the spring of 2020, in Franklin, TN, to record her next 4 singles with Off the Row Recording Studio as one of their "Break Out Artists."  She is super excited to let her fans hear her new co-written songs, as well as the fresh country sound with writer Jim Femino. In 2021, Pamela has 6 fresh new songs to release throughout the year.  She co-wrote each song with various Nashville writers and is excited for her first co-written duet featuring Matt Dame, to be released on February 5, 2021 titled "Little Things." Where has she been and where can you find her now? https://www.instagram.com/pamelahopkinsmusic https://www.facebook.com/SingerPamelaHopkins https://www.twitter.com/phopkinsmusic https://linktr.ee/pamelahopkinsmusic PamelahopkinsVEVO      https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCepe2hU8LuKPQim3sC2PZhw Pamela Hopkins Artist Channel  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFdjd1uHirv6aCOvNH1uL4Q
    1 hr 1 min
  • Amazing Music Artist Matt Westin Is Able to Sit Down With Us Again
    Hailing from Pittsburgh, PA, Matt Westin’s debut album, “Legacy” is dedicated to the memory of his late father. Matt gave up a promising career as an engineer to be a country musician and actor. Matt’s first single, “Our Redneck of the Woods” reached the IndieWorld Country chart and the European Country Music Association charts. Matt was also on the Top 200 International Country Artists chart. Follow up singles, “Farm Town”and “You Leave Me No Choice” also received international airplay and charting.  His last two singles, “Stomp On” and “Hey Bro” are from his forthcoming EP, to be released on MTS Records.  Both singles reached the Top 100 Airplay Today country chart, while “Stomp On” reached the iTunes country sales Top 40.  He will star as Johnny Cash in an upcoming film production, starring Baywatch’s Donna D’Errico (116 MacDougal.) Matt is a two-time International Music and Entertainment Association Male Country Artist of the Year. He appeared in the October 10, 2018 issue of Billboard Magazine as an Emerging Artist.  His newest single “Thin Blue Line” is scheduled for February 26th, 2021 release. http://www.mattwestin.com https://www.facebook.com/MattWestinMusic/
    1 hr
  • Music Artist Ashley Pucket Joins Us for the First Time
    Ashley Puckett was born and raised in North Huntingdon, just east of Pittsburgh,   Pennsylvania.  Ashley realized her passion for music at a young age, performing at vocal competitions and community events, and eventually, landing at open-mic nights and shows in bars and clubs, doing anything to keep the music and her passion alive.  Her musical influences have been empowering..shaping the artist she has become: Ladies like Lee Ann Womack, Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert, Jo Dee Messina, Carol King and LeAnn Rimes.  At age sixteen Ashley picked up the guitar, began writing songs, and the adventurous country girl hit the road.Somewhere between skydiving and bungee jumping, Ashley was introduced to world class Singer/Songwriter/Producer, Bryan Cole and Lead Sound Engineer, Doug Kasper at Tonic Studios.  With legendary musicians Mike Brignardello (bass), John Willis (banjo), Mike Johnson (Steel Guitar), Heidi Engel and Tammy Petty ( Background Vocals) and hot newcomer, Adam Ernst, Ashley’s debut album and lifelong dream, “Never Say Never” was made a reality. The album will be released on MTS Records on February 14, 2020, with first single, “Medicine” having been released in August 2019.  The single charted nationally on the IndieWorld Country Record Report and Airplay Today country charts.New single, “Bulletproof” was released on January 9th, 2020, Ashley’s birthday. The song raced to the top of the iTunes country singles chart in South Africa, also becoming a #1 radio hit on the New Music Weekly country chart   www.ashleypuckett.com  https://www.facebook.com/AshleyPuckettMusic/ http://instagram.com/ashleypuckettmusic
    26 min
  • Music Artist Tedi Brunetti Pays Us a Visit
    Tedi Brunetti has come a long way since discovering music as a youth in Pittsburgh. She grew up listening               +1 [email protected] to her transistor radio and banging along on a hamper and hat boxes. In fact, Tedi has pretty much seen it all as a touring drummer with notable national and international acts like Eloise Laws, Isis' Carol   MacDonald and Witch, and the Debbie Harry/Mick Jones-produced, B-Girls. She has since formed the Tedi Company/Organization Brunetti Band, and is seated upon her "throne" as the bandleader and reigning "Queen of Pittsburgh."
    1 hr 1 min
  • One of Our Favorite Folks is joining Us Again, Michael Coleman Can't wait
    See Your Shadow Songwriting is a musical creation entity currently based out of Phoenix, Arizona. Run by Michael Coleman, aka The Metropolitan Cowboy, See Your Shadow is unique in the fact that it is a collaborative network of talented vocalists and musicians who make the songs it creates their star.  Michael Coleman, the artistic director of See Your Shadow Songwriting, writes and produces all the songs created and released by See Your Shadow Songwriting.  See Your Shadow was launched in Columbus, Ohio, and takes its name from Michael Coleman’s birthday being Groundhog Day.  Michael Coleman and See Your Shadow Songwriting’s lyrical writing style packs such a punch, that Michael has earned the distinction of being the only professional songwriter ever nominated for the office of Poet Laureate for the State of Ohio.  After primarily being known for its dance club music, and its work in film and television, See Your Shadow Songwriting rebranded itself and decided to switch its focus and sound to its first love, country and western.  With a new stable of vocalists and musicians, See Your Shadow Songwriting, has crafted and developed its new sound harkening back to the vivid storytelling and emotion of old school country.   Single, “I Will Tell Jesus You Said Hello” reached #1 on the iTunes Country Songs chart in South Africa, while receiving national and international airplay and charting. Follow up, “My Worth” duplicated that feat. You can learn more about See Your Shadow Songwriting and experience the See Your Shadow Songwriting sound at its flagship website, www.seeyourshadow.com
    1 hr 1 min
  • Join Us With Armand Rosamilia!
    Armand Rosamilia is a New Jersey boy currently living in sunny Florida, where he writes when he's not sleeping. He's happily married to a woman who helps his career and is supportive, which is all he ever wanted in life... He's written over 200 stories that are currently available, including crime thrillers, supernatural thrillers, horror, zombies, contemporary fiction, nonfiction and more. His goal is to write a good story and not worry about genre labels. He is also a successful podcaster, too! The Mando Method Podcast with co-host Chuck Buda - talking about writing and publishing He also loves to talk in third person... because he's really that cool. You can find him at https://armandrosamilia.com for all of his information as well as random things he enjoys and e-mail him to talk about books, baseball and Metal: [email protected]
    1 hr 1 min
  • Welcome Steve Myers "Skooba" To The Show
    'Skooba' Steve Myers is a professional comic and freelance artist. His work in the industry includes being the penciller for the Battle for Ozellberg mini-series, currently the line artist for the Zaidura Chronicles webtoons series, as well as guest artist on comics like Bardok The Wanderer. He's done various freelance projects, specializing in DnD character designs and working on various indie game projects, as well as teaching art on Youtube and Twitch.
    59 min

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This podcast replaces the one from Blog Talk Radio which will no longer be active. This podcast will discuss everything from books, to every day life, to music. As an author, artist, publisher and TV…