Episode 299 features Holler Choir from North Carolina, an Appalachian-American folk/bluegrass outfit led by the songwriting of Clint Roberts. I wanted to get Clint on the show after catching his set at the 9:30 Club, where they opened for one of my all-time favorite bands, Susto. Holler Choir is also involved in a side project called the Susto String Band, which will be bluegrass interpretations of classic Susto songs. They recently released a new EP titled "Songs Before They Write Themselves," produced by Grammy-winning producer Michael Ashworth. In this episode, I featured the track "Hard Pill" from that EP, as well as their top-streaming song "Carolina" to close out the episode. In our conversation, Clint and I talked about the origins of Holler Choir, bluegrass, the Asheville music scene, being in a co-ed band, Susto, and much more. Thanks for listening and supporting local music! We’ve got a big episode coming up for episode 300, so stay tuned!

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Episode 298 features Main Street Detour from Pittsburgh, a pop punk emo rock band with some new music out. I showcased their track “Joy” on this episode, and if you like it, you can stream it wherever you listen to music. I had a great conversation with Niko and Dan about the Pittsburgh music scene, songwriting, and balancing work with their passion for music. They’ve got a big album release show coming up on January 18th at Mr. Smalls Funhouse in Pittsburgh. If you want to support the band, you can find ticket info and more on their social media. Thanks for listening and for supporting local music!

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Episode 297 features Josh from Family Video. They are an art rock band from Charlotte, NC. I showcased 2 of their latest songs, Backtalk and Holy Ghost. Which we discussed in the episode. If you like them, you can find their music wherever you stream music. In the episode I spoke with Josh Shabtai and we discussed songwriting styles, job history, his work in the video game industry, and his experience transitioning to building toys. If you want to support the band, you can find them on all the socials. Thanks for listening and for supporting local music!

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Episode 296 features The Burn Doubts from Maryland. They are an alt-rock band with a new track out called ‘Selfish Act’, which I featured on this episode and you can find wherever you stream music. In the conversation, I spoke with Austin, Spencer, Patrick, and Jeff. I wanted to get the guys on the show this week because we have a big gig this Friday, 12/20, at Cult Classic Brewing on Kent Island in Maryland. Will Sims, The Brothers Clair, and myself (The Hollow Truths) will also be on the bill. Cult Classic Brewing is a great venue with a unique vibe, and I highly recommend stopping by for a show sometime—even if it’s not ours. They do amazing work for the local music scene. In our conversation, we talked about all things music, gigging, writing, and our upcoming show. Thanks for listening and for supporting local music!

Band Line Up for Cult Classic Brewing 12/20

7:30 PM The Brothers Clair

8:15 PMThe Burn Doubts

9:20 PM The Hollow Truths

10:15 PM Will Sims

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Episode 295 features Taylor Gomolisky of the band Brothers Clair. He’ll be playing our holiday show with us on 12/20 at Cult Classic Brewing. The lineup includes the Brothers Clair, The Hollow Truths, Will Sims, and The Burn Doubts, who are next week’s guests on the podcast. In this episode, I featured the track If There’s Time by Brothers Clair. If you like it, you can stream it wherever you listen to music. In our conversation, we talked about the upcoming show, the Baltimore/Annapolis/Nashville scenes, male strippers, and much more. Thanks for listening and for supporting local music!

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Episode 294 features Oh The Humanity from Massachusetts. They are a hardcore band with a new album coming out. I featured their track Gutted on this episode. If you like it, you can stream it wherever you listen to music. In the conversation, I spoke with Chris and Kevin about their recording process, touring, and releasing music. If you’d like to support the band, you can follow them on all their socials. Thanks for listening and for supporting local music!

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Episode 293 features Almost Made The Mixtape, a pop-punk trio from the Detroit, Michigan area.  They have a new track called Fake It (Till You Make It), which I featured on this episode. You can stream it wherever you listen to music. In the interview, I spoke with Casey O’Leary and Todd Holquist. In our conversation, we talked about all things music: writing, recording, pop-punk, weekenders, and balancing music with day jobs. Thanks for listening and for supporting local music!

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Episode 292 features the return of John Mesh from Raised by Sheep, who first appeared on the show in Episode 247. They are a progressive rock band from Lynchburg, VA, made up of college students from the University of Lynchburg. The guys have a new album out, and I featured a track from it called Egyptian Sunrise. In the interview, we talked about all things music, recording, school, and theory. Thanks for listening and for supporting local music!

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Episode 291 features Henry Erlinger from Washington, DC. He is an aspiring singer-songwriter with some new music out. I featured his latest track, Pasadena, on this episode. If you like it, you can stream it wherever you listen to music. In our conversation, we talked about all things music, open mics, writing, and being a part-time musician. Thanks for listening and supporting local music!

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pisode 290 features Danny VanZandt from Detroit, Michigan. He draws inspiration from the 1970s singer-songwriter movement. His subject matter ranges from speculative and imaginative to slightly more serious, offering a comedic and clever view of contemporary life in America in the information age. In our conversation, we talked about songwriting styles, lyrics, occupations, and balancing creativity with obligations. I featured his new track, “Simple Pleasures,” on this episode, and you can find it wherever you stream music. Danny’s new album is called Proust in the Kitchen with a Wooden Spoon, and it will drop early next year. The band will be on the road in 2025, so keep an eye out for their shows if you're in the Detroit/Midwest area. Thanks for listening and supporting local music!

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