MUSIC ON THE COUCHSHOW #578 – 8/16/2021LISTEN HERE: https://tobtr.com/11984763 TOBACCO ROAD BLUES BANDBrand new to The Couch, out of Austria Mike Diwald and Peter Prammerdorfer joined me to talk about the band’s history and the music on their new album, Papa Legba. WEB SITE FACEBOOK PAGE LAUREN ANDERSON – Segment Begins At The 50:15 MarkLauren […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Lea McIntosh This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists understand the blues is a living […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Ericson Holt This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists understand the blues is a living […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Lea McIntosh It’s only natural that pundits attempt to put artists in boxes and define them within a specific scenario. Yet when an individual is as multi-talented as Lea McIntosh, confining them to any one niche becomes a challenging proposition. An exceptional entrepreneur, Lea initially made […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring George Gritzbach This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists understand the blues is a living […]
Making a Scene Presents Turn it up with Gerry Casey Show #103 with his Guest Pierce Kelly Pierce Kelly drummer with The Gary Moore Band . Pierce was the drummer for Gary in the early seventies. Grinding Stone was the only album to feature Pierce on drums . He’s a lovely man,so humble and full […]
Making a Scene Presents Gerry Casey’s Interview with Pierce Kelly! Pierce Kelly drummer with The Gary Moore Band . Pierce was the drummer for Gary in the early seventies. Grinding Stone was the only album to feature Pierce on drums . He’s a lovely man, so humble and full of great stories Another interview you […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Ericson Holt Though his music may be steeped in the blues, it’s the gray areas that fascinate Ericson Holt the most. “There are very few moments in this life that are purely good or bad,” Holt reflects. “There’s always some kind of dichotomy going on, some […]
Muddy Waters Home Granted Landmark Status – To Become a Museum Dedicated to the Father of Chicago Blues! The North Kenwood home where blues legend Muddy Waters once lived is planned to be converted into The MOJO Muddy Waters House Museum has been granted a final landmark status by the Commission on Chicago Landmarks. This […]
MUSIC ON THE COUCH SHOW #577 – 8/09/2021 LISTEN HERE: https://tobtr.com/11952959 BRIGITTE PURDY – COUCH KID NEWS Brigitte came by to talk about her new single, Time For Love, and the world around her. The single is getting HUGE airplay. WEB SITE FACEBOOK PAGE GUY KING – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC SEGMENT BEGINS AT THE […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with George Gritzbach The George Gritzbach Band plays inventive takes on classics and a healthy helping of innovative originals offering a great mix of blues, roots, and R&B. The band has appeared at a wide variety of venues and Festivals across North America, including opening for B.B. […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Indie Blues Double Shot Show! This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. An Indie Blues double shot of artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These […]
Johnny Tucker Featuring Kid Ramos & The Allstars 75 and Alive Blue Heart/ HighJohn There are not that many seventy-plus original bluesmen, certainly few with the pipes of venerable Johnny Tucker who still has plenty left in the tank based on 75 And Alive, recorded on his 75th birthday in October of 2020. For that […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Tiffany Pollack This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists understand the blues is a living […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Blind Lemon Pledge This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists understand the blues is a […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Tiffany Pollack! Tiffany Ann Pollack is New Orleans. She’s the beauty that lies deep down within old pain – the letting go and kicking your heels up despite it all that defines the most mysterious American city. She’s been a foster daughter. A teen mom. A […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Chris Daniels Chris Daniels & The Kings (now with Freddi Gowdy) are celebrating their 37th year with live performances over the summer, playing songs from BLUES WITH HORNS – our 15th Kings album and our second with Freddi Gowdy of the Freddi Henchi Band. In December […]
Making a Scene Presents Turn it UP with Gerry Casey and his Guest Christine Ries of Circuitrex In this interview the Melbourne base powerful rock / Metal trio fronted by Christine Ries tells the story of how over a period of time the band found its true identity a energetic three piece metal rock band […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Blind Lemon Pledge Throughout his recording and performing career, Blind Lemon Pledge, aka Bay Area bluesman James Byfield, has gained critical recognition for the broad scope of his stylistic skills; and for his ability to capture the essence of American Roots Music in his compositions. From […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Indie Blues Double Shot Show! This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. An Indie Blues double shot of artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Lauren Anderson This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists understand the blues is a living […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Lauren Anderson This soulful rocker, originally from Chicago, has had a passion for singing throughout her entire life. Growing up in a household that was rich in music, her influences were widely varied from artists such as Susan Tedeschi, Bonnie Raitt, The Pointer Sisters, Eva Cassidy, Etta James, Joss […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Soulful Femme This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists understand the blues is a living […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Stevee Wellons and Cheryl Rinovato of Soulful Femme! Stevee Wellons V O C A L I S T Vocalist Stephanie Wellons, aka Stevee Wellons, has been performing in the tri-state area for the last 25 years and is known for her high-energy stage presence and performance. […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Patty Tuite This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists understand the blues is a living […]
Making a Scene Presents Turn it up with Gerry Casey and his Guest Mark Wright Tri State Corner Hypocrisia Shotgun Mistress May She Never Walk Alone MC Roads Smile Like A Knife Under The Influence Crows Rhapsody Of Fire Glory For Salvation Julian Sas Mercy Earl &The Agitators Where’s there Rock and Roll Eric Gales […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an interview with Patty Tuite Patty Tuite is a singer/songwriter who embraces the genre of blues, rock music and beyond. Strong influences in her style come from listening to notable artists such as Bonnie Raitt, Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James and Susan Tedeschi. Already having three highly acclaimed releases to […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Indie Blues Double Shot Show! This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. An Indie Blues double shot of artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These […]
MUSIC ON THE COUCH SHOW #576 – 07/26/2021 LISTEN HERE: https://tobtr.com/11952405 TOMMY Z – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Tommy Z is back with new music. The album is Plug In & Play, containing 11 tracks and featuring Producer Tom Hambridge. It was great to catch up with Tommy, who has many side projects including his […]
Mick Kolassa Wasted Youth Endless Blues The prolific, recently relocated to Memphis, resilient Mick Kolassa returns with a smile on his face after as devastating a year as any could endure. Kolassa lost his wife and many close friends but rather than sinking into maudlin self-pity, these losses inspire the album as Kolassa, in his […]
Andy Lindquist Stand Abide Endure This album is really special for a number of reasons. Firstly it’s the 75th album of Andy’s career an achievement in its self. Secondly it’s a return of another blues album which I have to say finds Andy in his natural musical habitat. Vocally Andy on this album has given […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Mike Zito This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists understand the blues is a living […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Mike ZIto! Mike Zito is one of the most lauded artists in the contemporary blues arena today and rightfully so, but for him, the thing that counts the most is maintaining his honesty, authenticity and integrity. Those are the qualities that have steered Zito’s career since […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Eamonn McCormack This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists understand the blues is a living […]
Making a Scene Presents Turn it up with Gerry Casey and his Guest Wolfram Hohmann “The 100th show is a huge milestone for me, certain people have played a huge part in giving me a chance to do something I just dreamed about doing.” “One man opened the door to this amazing opportunity, that man […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Andy Peake Andy Peake has been surrounded by music since his formative days. His mother held a bachelor’s degree in music and sang and played professionally as a church support person. His influences included jazz, Broadway, classical and the pop music of the 1950s forward. He […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an interview with Eamonn McCormack Eamonn was born in the center of Dublin, the capital city of Ireland and was raised on a North side Suburb. He started out on the acoustic guitar at six years of age. Prompted by the acoustic performance of his school classmate Gerry Leonard (David […]
The Brothers March 10, 2020/Madison Square Garden/New York, NY Peach The Brothers is like having the Allman Brothers greatest hits performed live in one handy 4-CD package. Given that only one member of the original lineup, Jaimoe, is still alive, this is the second incarnation of The Allman Brothers Band (2001-2014) plus some guests who […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Indie Blues Double Shot Show! This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. An Indie Blues double shot of artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Sean Chambers This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists understand the blues is a living […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Sean Chambers Florida born Sean Chambers began his career in the Blues back in 1998 when he toured with the legendary Hubert Sumlin as his guitarist and band leader until 2003. During Sean’s tenure with Mr. Sumlin, Britain’s own Guitarist magazine named Chambers as “One of […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Gerald McClendon This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists understand the blues is a living […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Gerald McClendon Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois; Gerald has loved music since the tender age of four and would sing along with the music playing on the radio. Gerald has become one of the most versatile artists who proudly gives praise to the Masters of […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Adam Schultz This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists understand the blues is a living […]
Making a Scene Presents Turn it up with Gerry Casey Show #99 with his Guests The Haunted North This interview is very special because it’s a first . It’s the first time I carried out an interview with 4 members of a brand in 4 different locations in 2 different countries. “As an added bonus […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Adam Schultz Born and raised in New York City, Adam Schultz is a jazz and blues guitarist, fusing the two genres in his own unique style. Growing up in the Big Apple has exposed Adam to some incredible teachers. As an avid participant in his high […]
Steve Dawson at the bottom of a canyon in the branches of a tree Pravda Besides having one of the longest and strangest album titles seen in some time, Chicago-based singer- songwriter Steve Dawson brings us a powerful album of loss and rebirth. Dawson is vastly underrecognized and underrated but has long been one of […]
Adam Schultz Soulful Distancing Blue Heart It’s rather common for an established bluesman to have a younger protégé that he is mentoring, with Buddy Guy and Quinn Sullivan being perhaps the most recognizable example to most blues fans. But Pennsylvania’s Clarence Spady has an apprentice too, 18-year-old guitarist Adam Schultz. After a long recording hiatus, […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Indie Blues Double Shot Show! This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. An Indie Blues double shot of artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Debbie Bond This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace the diversity of the blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists understand the blues is a living […]
