Your Next Favorite Band

It's no secret how big a fan we are of Dirty Dollhouse - from Chelsea Mitchell's angelic, ethereal vocals, to her songwriting that is as clever as it is catchy - it hard to not be a card-carrying member of the Dirty Dollhouse fan club.Then add in the fact that she's the owner of one of the coolest vinyl record shops around - Newtwon Book & Record Exchange.  It's the stuff of legend.To top everything off, they're releasing new music for the first time since Queen Coyote in 2020.  We spend time exploring the pain of not getting to fully celebrate that incredible record, but how it fueled this latest release - The End.And Chelsea performs "Everything's Fine" live acoustic for us in the shop.  Don't miss it!Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Get ready to for some swagger-injected bluesy rock!DUSTIN DOUGLAS & THE ELECTRIC GENTLEMEN’s dynamic, heavy, sexy & dirty, blues-influenced rock n’ roll bring vintage sound and vibe to modern ears.Fronted by the transcendent lead guitarist/singer/songwriter Dustin Douglas, The Electric Gentlemen command the stage with virtuosic musicianship and rock spirit mixed with punk attitude that leaves even the most discerning music fans falling in love with their style.Dustin came on the Musikfest Daily Livestreams and then we caught their set later that day, and couldn't get enough.  We've been playing their music non-stop since, and cannot wait to spend some more time digging in to their story and their music.Inject that swagger rock in to my veins!Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Trick or Treat!!!  We had so much fun spending time with Drew & the Blue in their spooky garage, and we ask them to treat us to a 3 song set of their surf-punk rock-n-roll madness for a special exclusive performance to broadcast on Halloween for you all.Included in this set is their brand new track "Jellyfish Jam" which actually is officially released today.  They also perform "The Bat" and their Halloween anthem "Oogie Boogie".Happy Halloween everyone!!Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Get ready to Oogie Boogie!  We've been invited to join Drew & the Blue in their garage studio to take in some of their garage-kept surf-punk rock-n-roll madness, where they've recorded a bunch of their tracks, like their latest single "Cigarette".Original parts. Est. 2018 in Reading, Pennsylvania. Drew & the Blue is Drew West, Taylor Lawrence, and Mandy Veloz.The band takes inspiration from the sounds of garage and surf, along with many of the primordial rock 'n' roll icons. Their debut self-titled album was released in April 2022, and provided the band with a platform to begin touring the east coast of the U.S. The Blue has opened for bands such as: Kid Congo & The Pink Monkey Birds, Black Lips, Southern Culture on the Skids, Jon Spencer, Bloodshot Bill, Nekromantix, and Daikaiju.We take a dive in to their origin stories, inspirations and what they've got planned for the future.  We also share a bunch of their great music, including some highlight from their electric set during Musikfest this past summer.  They also perform "Snakeskin Boots" for us live in the garage and it's not to be missed.Then we've got a scary surprise for you all - stay tuned for more info - bwwwaaaahhhahahahahahahha!!!Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Born in West Philadelphia, Reef the Lost Cauze came up in hip-hop as a lethal battle-rap MC. He defeated opponents in all types of venues, from school grounds to grimy back alleys to professional competitions. His first two albums, The High Life (2002) and Invisible Empire (2003), were released locally and put his name on the map for Philadelphia's underground rap scene. In the years that followed his third album, a few local mixtapes were released, but the Philadelphia MC had success in doing several collaborations and features. He was invited into the Philadelphia crew JuJu Mob, who released their 2005 album Black Candles on Eastern Conference, as well as the underground super-collective Army of the Pharaohs.Reef the Lost Cauze has released 13 albums in total, the latest of which - The Triumphant - dropped earlier this year, and is his most introspective and reflective to date.  With this powerful work, Reef continues to pave a legacy of one of the finest MCs around.  Few have the rhyme and flow talent, but it is the stories he tells, and the perspective he offers you to share for a moment that truly sets him apart.Please join me as we spend time with Philadelphia's own, Reef the Lost Cauze.Be sure to catch him at Philly Music Fest on Fri 10/25 at Milkboy Philly along with (friends of the show) Kuf Knotz & Christine Elise, Queasy, and Catbite.  Or whenever you can get the chance to see him perform.  You will be amazed!Reef the Lost Cauze LinksInstagramTwitterFacebookYoutubeReef the Lost Cauze MusicBandcampSoundCloudSpotifyApple MusicText us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

As Dan Drago puts it - "there's no other festival quite like Philly Music Fest in any other city".  Started by Greg Seltzer and his wife Jenn back in 2017, Philly Music Fest has set out to honor, celebrate, and support the Philadelphia music scene.  We'll spend time hearing from Greg on everything from setting up the nonprofit to get this going, to getting the concept off the ground, the "at best: successful" beginnings, to the dynamic and highly impactful and sought after ticket it is today.We start things off with Greg by learning about where his love of music comes from and also hearing about the books he's written: The 1965 Project and The 1968 Project - where he's connected the historical events and the music month-by-month of those years that came out.  Incredible research and analysis!The other elements of Philly Music Fest that we touch on is how it is artist-focused and it is built to ensure they get paid a proper wage.  Then, this festival only taps in to the independent venues that support the vibrant scene and make sure they get paid as well.  Then, with the remaining revenue, the donate to 8 key nonprofits in Philly that provide music education to students to support the upcoming headliners of tomorrow:Rock To The FutureSettlement Music SchoolMusicopiaPlay On, PhillyGirls Rock PhillyBeyond The BarsWorld Cafe LivePhiladelphia Youth OrchestraDan Drago is our guest co-host who's show 25 O'Clock pod is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and to honor that he's released Want To Play A Song​?​: Live On 25 O'Clock, Vol. 1 - a 10 track digital download of live performances from over the years, and all proceeds are being donated to Philly Music Fest.Hope you enjoy this chat as much as we did!  And hope to see you down at Philly Music Fest, and support this incredible organization and see amazing Philadelphia music!Check out the line-up and purchase tickets here!Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Katie Feeney, the lead vocalist and songwriter for the Philly-based Outlaw Americana band Roberta Faceplant, is a honky tonk hurricane with a voice that blends the raw, rock n’ roll grit of Janis Joplin with the whimsical, western smoothness of Patsy Cline.Staffed by a gang of mischievous musical veterans, Roberta Faceplant’s live show is high-energy roadhouse joy infused with a rebellious spirit that'll keep you on the dance floor all night. The sound has captivated audiences in the Northeast Corridor with elements of southern rock, old school country, rockabilly, and the blues blending perfectly into a melting pot of killer melodies, memorable riffs, and lyrical storytelling unlike anyone else doing it today. The band just released their debut EP, Yee Haw Stuff, on July 26, 2024 and is working on a follow up record slated for early 2025.Katie plays a song so new, half the band hasn't even heard it yet ... and you get to hear it here on this episode of Your Next Favorite Band!!Thank you to guest co-host Mike Egan!Roberta Faceplant LinksWebsiteYoutubeInstagramFacebookRoberta Faceplant MusicBandcampSpotifyApple MusicText us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Concerts for Democracy is a live concert and non-partisan workshop series focused on helping audience members find and use their voice towards positive change.  Headlined by world-renowned "art-ivist" Eljuri, this event brings the community together through music and offers access to voter registration opportunities through Headcount.org.This will be coming to the Lehigh Valley on Saturday October 5th, 2024 to the Inkwell venue in Allentown and will feature many more ways to learn and enjoy and come together.  Info about Concerts for Democracy at Inkwell.So this episode we welcome the founder and owner of Inkwell Kyle Edwards as our guest co-host to share more about the artist-led space and how "everyone is welcome at the well".  We'll also hear from Eljuri about her legacy and these Concerts for Democracy.  And we'll also hear from fellow musician and passionate advocate for voting rights - Gina Zo of Velvet Rouge.Please take a moment to enjoy these people's commitment to their communities and the American right to vote, as well as their art and excellence on display.  If you live near Allentown, PA, we hope you might join for this free event on Sat 10/5. And if not we hope you take a moment to confirm you're registered to vote, that you know where your polling place is, and that you know your candidates and which ones represent your more important values.Links for InkwellWebsiteInstagramLinks for EljuriWebsiteInstagramFacebookLinks for Velvet RougeWebsiteInstagramText us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Join Phillip & David as they play catch-up - they'll recap everything that has happened since Musikfest, while trying not to reference the festival by name.  They'll touch on shows they've seen, concerts and festivals coming up in Oct, Nov and Dec, and some new music they're in to.  They'll share some live recordings they got of Patty PerShayla & the Mayhaps and ARKAI.  They also have a recording of David's return to the stage after a number of years!They'll also promote the upcoming Concerts for Democracy at Inkwell in Allentown PA on Sat 10/5/2024 featuring Eljuri, as well as announce the dates for the Winter WonderJam on Friday 12/6/2024, and Listen to the Dissonance on Friday 2/28/2025.Pour some ketchup on it!Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Approaching the release of their third album, we sit down with all 5 members of We're From Antarctica: Paco Brown, Jessie Rae, Jon Blanco, Mac Kressley, and Chris Rauch - who are all...in the band.We discuss their Antarctican origin story as a band, and also how each of them found music and their journey to join forces.  We also explore their catalog and touch on their evolution and how their sound has matured at each stage.  They recently were a part of a cool project called Ocean Avenue - an Emo/Pop-Punk Musical and how they were hand-picked for that.In addition to great music, they also have some wonderful videos.  We specifically spend time with "Misdirection" which is inspired by the wild and amazing show Danger 5, and directed by the incredible talented Haoyan of Americahttp://haoyanofamerica.com/.Take the trip with us to Antarctica (really the Lehigh Valley) and learn why their music has the vibe of what you'd put on while cooking dinner for a friend you've secretly been in love with for 2 years now.Thank you to The Flying V Poutinerie for letting us record up in their Live at the V space for this episode.Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Even when you hear the description "genre-defying electro-acoustic duo" that does not even begin to describe the brilliance that is ARKAI.  Jonathan Miron and Philip Sheegog are Julliard trained, but not limited by the constraints that classical training can sometimes put up - and perhaps even hold dear.The soundscapes that they are dreaming up and orchestrating are mind-bending, and you have to see it to believe it.  They can often sound like a full orchestra of players, but it is just the two of them.  And they generate some of the most beautiful, sweet tones, balance with some heavier rock elements that delight.  I often find myself smiling just listening and watching them perform.Their recent release Crossroads is a journey.  We spend time hearing all about it, and the many stories behind the music, as well as the gorgeous videos that shot for the 3 singles out thus far.We'll also hear about their early inspirations - amazingly Jonathan was handed a cello first, but had to switch to violin, and Philip wanted to play music listening to his sister play violin, and was invited to take up the cello.  This type of beautiful symmetry and the universe being on their side shows up time and again in the story of ARKAI.  Enjoy!Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

What an incredible 10 days!  We can't wait to share all of the special moments we captured during Musikfest 2024.  Some really amazing performances.We also found several nextfavbands that we'll share who we're coordinating with to bring on the show for an interview in the coming weeks.And we want to hear from you!  What were your #bestofthefest moments and what #NextFavBand did you discover??Featuring performance clips from:Hannah WicklundThe Groove MerchantsJack Wharff & the Tobacco FlattsPepperwineDamn Tall BuildingsRoi & the Secret PeopleWynton ExistingFLEECEARKAIDustin Douglas & the Electric GentlemenBlair Crimmins & the HookersEmily Drinker & the Funky TThe Amish OutlawsVelvet RougeTIOGAHans WilliamsMike Mains & the BranchesKuf Knotz & Christine ElisemrnonameDrew & the BlueDustbowl RevivalCass NoelleZach PersonFor more highlights, visit our web page dedicated to Best of Musikfest 2024Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Musikfest 2024!  Our fav 10 days of the year are back and we return to providing daily guidance on what bands to see each day along with bringing on a guest or two.In this episode, we share the entire conversation with members of The Amish Outlaws as they share their bold lust for life and passion for music and performance have lead them on a permanent rumspringa.  Musikfest royalty!Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Musikfest 2024!  Our fav 10 days of the year are back and we return to providing daily guidance on what bands to see each day along with bringing on a guest or two.  Thank you so much to Godfrey Daniels for letting us set-up for these special 10 days to use as homebase for these livestreams.In this episode, we'll hear highlights from Days 5, 9 and 10: we spend time learning more about Godfrey Daniels and their 48 year history with Managing Director Ramona LaBarre.  We also learn more about a brand new venue in Allentown called Inkwell with muralist Kyle Edwards who founded A True L.O.V.E. Story and Inkwell, as well as their talent booker Kate Hughes, who is also a comedian and radio show host.  Then we hear from Craig Larimer and the journey that Bethlehem has been on to achieve World Heritage status with UNESCO.Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Musikfest 2024!  Our fav 10 days of the year are back and we return to providing daily guidance on what bands to see each day along with bringing on a guest or two.  Thank you so much to Godfrey Daniels for letting us set-up for these special 10 days to use as homebase for these livestreams.In this episode, a bunch of Hoookers stop by!  Blair Crimmins is very much to blame for our show even becoming a thing.  About 3 years ago, before I even had any interviews under my belt, I asked him if he'd be willing to come on for an interview and, without hesitation, said "yes".  So he became interview #1.2 years ago we brought on the rest of the band, and so we will do that again this year, however this time we'll spend some time "gettin nerdy" about their instruments and how they achieve that sound that immediately whisks you off to another time and place.Come join the fun and be a Hooker too!Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

As mentioned on the Musikfest Exordium last night, we had the privilege of scheduling time with frontman of Dustbowl Revival - Z Lupetin, in advance of their performance at the Fest on Sat 8/10.Before they hit the road with their booty-shakin americana folk soul, Z sat down with us virtually from SoCal to share this tremendous band's story and music.  This is one of the top bands on the list this year, and was definitely a "holy crap that's on the free stage" moment for us.Z has been a writer and a musician since a young age, in bands since he was in 8th grade.  It was film school and a desire to be a screenwriter that brought him to Los Angeles, but the never-ending need to be in a band had him turn to Craig's List to start one up out there.  And thus Dustbowl Revival was born.This 7 piece joyride of sound has had a core throughout, and always surrounded by incredible talent to round things out.  We'll dive in to their catalog and spend time with some special tracks specifically to hear the backstory and inspiration behind them, as well as the evolution and maturation for the early years to today.Z will also perform live acoustic during the interview!  Don't miss this unique opportunity.  And go see them live whenever they are near.  If you catch the show in Bethlehem, PA at Musikfest and you see me there, stop by and say hi!Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Exordium Tyyyme!!!  Here for your Musikfest prep!  We'll be broadcasting live from The Flying V Poutinerie, one of the premiere food vendors during the fest.Cass Noelle is an incredible songwriter with powerful lyrics, beautiful melodies and performed with excellence and stunning vocals.  She's also a strong advocate for addiction awareness and promotes asking for help and provides several resources available on her website.She performs "Out Is Down" and "Someone To Help You"mrnoname is an alt-pop duo with the unique arrangement of Noah on vocals, samples, and either keys or ukelele and Logan on drums.  Their hardcharging, dancey alternative is extremely fun and will catch your ear even if this isn't typically your genre.They perform "Obsession" and "Alive"Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Exordium Tyyyme!!!  Here for your Musikfest prep!  We'll be broadcasting live from The Flying V Poutinerie, one of the premiere food vendors during the fest.  We'll check in with owner Christie Vymazal to see how their prep is going, confirm there's no potato shortage, and if they have any special menu items for this year.In this Part of the Exordium, we sit with:- Christie Vymazal, owner of The Flying V Poutinerie our hosts for the evening and details on their delicious food options on both North and SouthSide- Bobby Martrich, Chief Meteorologist at EPAWA Weather Consulting to provide early thoughts on weather for the week- LVN John J Moser, Deputy Director of News at Lehighvalleynews.com and the original picker of the of Platz- Gerard T. Longo of Underground Music Collective and Northside Sheriff for the Fest will discuss the inaugural Education & Industry Conference as well as how set-up is goingText us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Exordium Tyyyme!!!  Here for your Musikfest prep!  We'll be broadcasting live from The Flying V Poutinerie, one of the premiere food vendors during the fest.  We'll check in with owner Christie Vymazal to see how their prep is going, confirm there's no potato shortage, and if they have any special menu items for this year.In this Part 1 of the Exordium, we'll spend time with Patrick Brogan, Chief Programming Officer at ArtsQuest, and talk about the exciting list of "FestFavBands", key "must see" acts that may be your #nextfavband, and the Best Day of the Fest.We ALL had Preservation Hall Jazz Band.  That is a definite and should be on everyone's list.Then here's who were also on our lists for Must See Bands at Musikfest 2024PatrickTIOGABrenTeke::TekeThe Dracu-La'sHannah WicklundShwayzeDavidThe Arcadian WildKuf Knotz & Christine EliseDustbowl RevivalMeltRobert Jon & the WreckFLEECEPhillipMike Mains & the BranchesBlair Crimmins & the HookersDustbowl RevivalDamn Tall BuildingsFantastic CatZach PersonText us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

Back in 2008, veteran Michael Focareto was assigned a project as part of a self-help course he was taking, that asked him to develop something that would help the community and enlist others to help him bring it to life.  He looked around the sporting event he was at and saw many empty seats.  Knowing how much events like this would mean to the thousands of veterans and first responders across the country, he created the Veterans Ticket Foundation. This organization seeks to receive donations of tickets to just about anything: concerts, sporting events, racing, monster trucks, children's theatre...the list goes on!  And they built the VetTix.org website to help facilitate and validate everything.We're joined by Chief Strategy Officer Steven Weintraub, a heavily decorated veteran of the Marine Corp himself, spending 32 years with them, reaching the rank of Colonel.  He found the challenges of returning to civilian life difficult and knew it was for others too.  So he received a Masters in Business Administration, and joined Veterans Ticket Foundation.This incredible organization reached 1M tickets donated 9 years ago, reached 10M donated 2 years ago, and then got to 20M donated 6 months ago.We cannot wait to hear more about Steven's story and that of VitTix.org, and learn how we can all support them and our veterans.  "Give something to those that gave!"Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let’s catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival