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Artist Interviews

Moses Mo IS Making A Scene!

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with the Legendary Moses Mo! MosesMo is the original guitarist and founding member of the legendary funk rock group Mother's Finest. MosesMo…

Tim Gartland IS Making a Scene

HOME PAGE Making A Scene Presents an Interview with Tim Gartland! Seeing Muddy Waters in concert in his home state of Ohio at age 14 proved to be a life changing…

Nick Schnebelen IS Making a Scene

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Nick Schnebelen! One of the first things you discover about Nick Schnebelen is his commitment to his music. He does not…

Gina Coleman of Misty Blues is Making a Scene

HOME PAGE Making a Scene presents an interview with Gina Coleman of Misty Blues Misty Blue was a finalist in the International Blues Challenge in 2018! Gina is a…

Elles Bailey IS Making A Scene

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Elles Bailey! Written by Paul Sexton, They say you get a lifetime to write your first album, and the blink of…

Kenny Beedy Eyes Smith IS Making A Scene!

HOME PAGE Making a Scene presents an interview with Kenny Beedy Eyes Smith! Kenny Smith was unquestionably born into blues royalty. He grew up in the same house where…

Glen Clark IS Making A Scene!

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Glen Clark! Born in Fort Worth, Texas, Glen Clark (keyboards, guitar, vocals) studied music at North Texas State University. He moved to…

Adam Carroll IS Making A Scene!

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an interview with Adam Carroll! Want to hear a good story? Listen to any Adam Carroll song. His Texas peers sure have, over and…

Jackie Venson IS Making A Scene!

Home Page Making A Scene Presents an Interview with Jackie Venson! Venson’s “…astonishing mix of raw soul, superb musicianship and laid back grace…” (Austin American Statesman) has been compared to…

Mary Lane is Making A Scene!

FACEBOOK PAGE Making A Scene Presents an Interview with Mary Lane! At 82, Mary Lane is one of the last legendary Blues musicians that made the Great Migration from America’s…

Paul Nelson IS Making A Scene!

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Paul Nelson "Blues Explorer"! Song crafter, blues explorer, mystery muser Paul Nelson brings the music home with his new album, Over…

Shane Dwight IS Making A Scene!

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Shane Dwight! Critically acclaimed Indie blues maverick, Shane Dwight, will pull you into his house by the ear after the…

Terry Klein IS Making A Scene!

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Terry Klein! Terry Klein is a songwriter’s songwriter. His debut record, Great Northern, was produced by Walt Wilkins. Great Northern appeared on multiple…

Rick Vito IS Making A Scene!

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents An Interview with Rick Vito! Few musicians in recent decades can claim the caliber of credits held by Grammy-nominated guitarist, Rick Vito. Perhaps best…

The Vegas Strip Kings are Making a Scene!

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with the Vegas Strip Kings! An eclectic americana sound from Las Vegas, Nevada. The talent and synergy of the five highly accomplished…

Tiffany Pollack is Making a Scene!

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Tiffany Pollack! Tiffany Ann Pollack was born and raised in the musical mecca of New Orleans, where she began singing as soon…

Last Import is Making A Scene!

HOME PAGE Making A Scene Presents An Interview with Jane Halldorson of Last Import! Last Import is an energetic and melodic surf-punk trio based out of Minneapolis, MN. The band…

Ally Venable is Making a Scene!

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an interview with Ally Venable! There’s something about Texas. Open up the history books and you’ll find the Lone Star State at the eye…

CD Reviews

Tim Gartland Satisfied

Tim Gartland Satisfied Taste Good Music Ohio born Tim Gartland saw Muddy Waters in concert when he was fourteen and it proved to be a life changing experience. He studied…

Big Daddy Wilson Deep in My Soul

Big Daddy Wilson Deep in My Soul Ruf Records Big Daddy Wilson was born Wilson Blount in the small town of Edenton, North Carolina. He recalls “Me and my sisters…

Mitch Woods A Tip of the Hat To Fats

Mitch Woods A Tip of the Hat To Fats Blind Pig Records Brooklyn born Mitch Woods fell in love with boogie-woogie when he was eight years old. His stepfather purchased…

Meg Williams Take Me As I Am: The Muscle Shoals Sessions

Meg Williams Take Me As I Am: The Muscle Shoals Sessions Nola Blue Records Meg Williams hails from the Finger Lakes in upstate New York. She formed the Meg Williams…

Shane Dwight No One Loves Me Better

Shane Dwight No One Loves Me Better Red Parlor Records Shane Dwight was born in California. As a youngster he was diagnosed with a debilitating bone disease. He began playing…

Russ Tolman Goodbye El Dorado

Russ Tolman Goodbye El Dorado Lost As one who has spent considerable time in LA, I find sustenance in this, Russ Tolman’s love letter to LA, Tolman’s eighth solo album.…

Anna Tivel – The Question

Anna Tivel – The Question Fluff & Gravy Portland-based guitarist/violinist, singer-songwriter Anna Tivel releases her fourth album, The Question, as she continues her provocative look into flawed characters, overlooked aspects…

Will Kimbrough I Like It Down Here

Will Kimbrough I Like It Down Here Will Kimbrough's I Like It Down Here hits the record stores on April 19 on Soundly Music. Special guests include Shemekia Copeland, Brigitte…

Elles Bailey Road I Call Home

Elles Bailey Road I Call Home Independent Elles Bailey is a British singer who, in 2017 released her debut album, Wildfire. It met with success and therefore she hit the…

Sarah McKenzie Secrets of My Heart

Sarah McKenzie Secrets of My Heart Normandy Music Australian pianist, singer, composer Sarah McKenzie became well established globally with her Impulse! 2017 Paris in the Rain and now returns on…

Manx Marriner Mainline Hell Bound For Heaven

Manx Marriner Mainline Hell Bound For Heaven Stony Plain Records Harry Manx is a Canadian musician best known for blending slide-guitar blues, gospel music and the Mohan veena. The latter…

Daniel Norgren Wooh Dang

Daniel Norgren Wooh Dang Superpuma Wooh Dang is the first worldwide release from Swedish musician Daniel Norgren and it’s a mix of jazz, new age, and contemporary folk. Said another…

Larry Griffith Bonafide

Larry Griffith Bonafide Larry Griffith is a beloved musician around Atlanta and for this, his fifth album, he is joined by some fantastic musicians from a city that breeds fantastic…

Jay Anderson Deepscape

Jay Anderson Deepscape Steeple Chase Bassist and composer Jay Anderson has appeared on over 400 recordings including nearly 100 for this Steeple Chase label. This, at long last, marks his…

Lauren White Life in the Modern World

Lauren White Life in the Modern World Café Pacific Los Angeles-based vocalist Lauren White teams with the superb vocalist and in-demand producer Mark Winkler for her third album, the eclectic…

Rosie Flores Simple Case of the Blues

Rosie Flores Simple Case of the Blues The Last Music Company Rosie Flores was born in San Antonio, lived in San Diego and now resides in Austin. The guitarist/vocalist…

Adam Carroll I Walked in Them Shoes

Adam Carroll I Walked in Them Shoes This is an exciting time for Adam Carroll fans. The Texas troubadour is releasing a new album on April 12, 2019. They don't…

Tokyo Tramps - "If I Die Tomorrow"

Tokyo Tramps If I Die Tomorrow Tokyo Tramps fit into a familiar origin story: young musicians come to America to get closer to the music, meet and form a band.…

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RIP Eddie Tigner 1926-2019

When a person reaches the age of 91, you know they can’t go on forever, but if you love them, you still hope they will. That is how many Atlanta blues fans felt about Eddie Tigner. And so the news of his death tore a hole in the heart of us all today.

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Interviews with a Pro

Making a Scene Presents Interview with a Pro - Rick Booth Intrepid Artists International!

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with a Pro Rick Booth from Intrepid Artists International In the world of Blues and Roots touring Rick Booth has established Intrepid…

Interview with a Pro - Adam Dawson - Broken Jukebox Media

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with a Pro Adam Dawson - Broken Jukebox Media In the world of singer/Songwriters and Americana, there is one person that seems…

Rueben Williams Thunderbird Management - Interview with a Pro!

HOME PAGE Making a Scene presents an Interview with a Pro Rueben Williams - Thunderbird Management Group! When Rueben Williams founded the Thunderbird Management Group more than 20 years ago,…

Interview with a Pro - Doug Tackett "Road Dawg Touring"

Road Dawg Touring Website Road Dawg Touring Facebook Making a Scene presents an Interview with a Pro Doug Tackett - Road Dawg Touring One of the most important person in…

Interview with the Pros - Legendary Jim Gaines Producer-Engineer!

Home Page Making a Scene presents an interview with the Legendary Producer/Engineer Jim Gaines! We talk to Jim about his career, his approach to producing and engineering that has become…

Making a Scene Talks with Heli Del Moral of CD Baby

Making a Scene Talks with Heli Del Moral VP of International Opportunities for CD Baby! Heli Del Moral has served in leadership positions at some of the most influential brands…

Interview with A Pro - Cameron Farquhar - Booking Agent - Intrepid Artists

Intrepid Artists Intrepid Facebook Page Camerons Facebook Page Making a Scene presents "Interview with a Pro" Cameron Farquhar - Booking Agent - Intrepid Artists International Growing up in South…

Interview with a Pro - Harty Wiedemann Booking Agent - Blues Pros Talent

Blues Pro Talent Facebook Page Making a Scene Presents "Interview with a Pro" Harty Wiedemann - Booking Agent - Blues Pro Talent Blues Pros Talent was founded in 1996 and…

Making a Scene Presents "Interview with a Pro" - Eric Corne

Eric's Homepage Facebook 40 Below Records Website Facebook Making A Scene presents "Interview with a Pro" - Engineer/Producer/Songwriter/Label owner Eric Corne! Eric Corne has built himself quite a reputation in…

Interview with a Pro - Pati deVries - Devious Planet Media

Home Page Facebook Page Making a Scene presents "Interview with a Pro" Pati deVries of Devious Planet Media When you are building your team for your music business, having an…

Kid Andersen and Greaseland are Making a Scene!

Studio Facebook Page Making A Scene brings you an interview with Producer/Engineer/Musician Christopher "Kid" Andersen! Chris “Kid” Andersen was born in Telemark, Norway. A blues fan since childhood, Andersen fell…

Producer Ben Elliot is Making a Scene!

Studio Website Studio Facebook Page Record Company Website Record Company Facebook Page Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Producer/Engineer Ben Elliot! Nestled behind a seemingly non descript "Gentlemens Club"…

How to Become a Musician with Jackie Venson

Austin born indie blues guitarist-vocalist, Jackie Venson, announces her web series,How to Become a Musician. Venson just released her live album, and has been featured in such publications as Guitar Player…

Indie on the Move - Helping Book Indie Artists!

Whether you are an indie artist or a seasoned booking agent, no matter what genre, one of most important aspects of the music business is finding venues and their contact info…

Meet Paul "Mr. Blues" Benjamin "Chairman of the Board" of the Blues Foundation

An Exclusive Interview with Paul Benjamin - "Chairman of the Board" of the Blues Foundation by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud The Board of Directors for any non for profit organization…

Meet Barbara Newman "President and CEO" of the Blues Foundation

An Exclusive interview with Barbara Newman - President and CEO of the Blues Foundation by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Barbara B. Newman has been selected to succeed Jay…

An Exclusive Interview with Lou Plaia of Reverbnation

An Exclusive Interview with Lou Plaia of Reverbnation! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Lou Plaia - Co-Founder/EVP Music Industry & Artist Relations - ReverbNation In 2006, he co-founded ReverbNation which is…

Exclusive Interview with Jill Kettles of "Miss Jill PR"

Exclusive interview with Jill Kettles by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud In a very short time "Miss Jill PR" has become a major force in the Blues industry by landing, as…

Creating a Music Video on A Budget! (UPDATED)

One of the most effective ways a band can enter the content game is learn how to create their own production Music Video. Now, I’m not talking about taping some live gig somewhere in bad light with lousy (or questionable Sound). What I am talking about that MTV style video, you know what I mean, the concept video where the band illustrates a visual journey along with a prerecorded studio quality soundtrack.

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Music Business

Creating a Music Video on a Budget

Creating a Music Video on a Budget One of the most effective marketing tools a band can have, especially in the digital age, is a good production Music Video.…

Merchandising your Band! -UPDATED

Merchandising Your Band Merchandising your band can make all the difference between just getting by and generating a good income on the road. Even if you are a local band,…

Road Tips for the Touring Musician (and those who want to be)

INTRODUCTION If you are serious about creating a career as a musician or a band, the one thing you will have to come to terms with is the fact that…

Gina Coleman and Misty Blues Band Releases a Music Video "Hear My Call"

Making a Scene Presents An Exclusive Premiere of Misty Blues Band "Hear My Call" Gina is a graduate of Williams College. She began singing in 1990 on a dare by…

Marketing to the New Music Consumer

Making a Scene Presents Marketing to the New Music Consumer! On September 9 1957 Elvis appeared on the Ed Sullivan show and a marketing phenomena was born. What followed was…

Using Instagram for Self-Promotion - Tips for the Session Musician

Using Instagram for Self-Promotion Instagram is a fantastic platform for reaching out to people and promoting your music. Through Instagram, you can get more work and support as a solo…

The Single Release and the Indie Artist!

IS Your Single Release "Making A Scene"? The buzzword in the indie industry seems to be the Single Release. Many artists believe that the "Single" is the pathway to that…

How Spotify’s Gatekeepers Are Turning Listeners Into Fans (Or Not)

Making a Scene Presents "How Spotify’s Gatekeepers Are Turning Listeners Into Fans (Or Not)" Editors Note: No matter where you stand on the streaming of music, the fact remains…

Creating your Brand

Establishing your brand has always been part of creating a successful music career. Today it may be more important than ever. Now I can hear some of you already! "We(I)…

Understanding the New Music Consumer

Making a Scene Presents Understanding The New Music Consumer Introduction My frame of reference as a music consumer has always been that tactile experience of holding the physical product in…

How to work your Instagram Account using your Laptop/Desktop!

Making a Scene Brings you a Simple way to use Instagram on your Laptop/Desktop! One of the fastest growing social media platforms right now is Instagram. Unfortunately in order to…

11 Tips For Musicians To Save Money on Tour

Making a Scene Presents 11 Tips For Musicians To Save Money on Tour A penny saved is a penny earned, and the hardest thing to do when your instrument is…

Making a Scene - A Year in Review 2018

Making a Scene has a simple mission! To be the #1 Resource for the Independent Artist and the Fans that Love them! For the Independent artists we pride ourselves on…

John Pagano Band Releases Video Edited Entirely on an IPhone!

Making a Scene Premieres "Make You Shout" Video from the John Pagano Band The John Pagano Band has been known to use innovative techniques to create their music videos. They…

7 Ways to Build Speed on the Guitar

Building speed is an important part of improving your overall guitar technique. Even if you don't want to shred, being able to play faster can help your accuracy and timing…

The Indie Bible - In Depth Review

The Indie Bible Bundle Since 1999 the Indie Bible has been publishing the most recognized and encompassing guide for the independent musician available. In the past I have purchased the…

Dubset - Clearing Mixtapes for DJ's and Rap Artists!

Mixtapes have long been the lifeblood of hip hop. But most artists fell outside mainstream distribution channels, because of the licensing and copyright issues involved. This left a major income…

Better Sounding Bass Solos with the POG!

The Effect Pedal Bass Players Need For Their Solos Dear fellow bass players, I’m going to speak a bit on the topic that increases our blood pressure. But we must…

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On the Road and In the Studio

Nitewalker Bass Pre-Amp: Full Review

Making a Scene Presents Nitewalker Bass Pre-Amp: Full Review About a week ago I was honored to try out the Nitewalker Bass Pre-Amp for a show. I didn’t know what…

Merchandising your Band! -UPDATED

Merchandising Your Band Merchandising your band can make all the difference between just getting by and generating a good income on the road. Even if you are a local band,…

Road Tips for the Touring Musician (and those who want to be)

INTRODUCTION If you are serious about creating a career as a musician or a band, the one thing you will have to come to terms with is the fact that…

The 3 Hats of the Audio Engineer

Making a Scene presents "The 3 Hats of an Audio Engineer" Whether you are starting your own home studio, or you are looking for a studio to record your next…

How Compressors Work

Making a Scene Presents How Compressors Work The best way to learn how to use a compressor is to start by learning how they work. This article is setup to…

Audio Assault Releases The RM-2 Analog Channel

Making a Scene presents a first look at the Audio Assault RM-2 Analog Channel This one has me excited, and not just because that’s my voice on the walkthrough video.…

11 Tips For Musicians To Save Money on Tour

Making a Scene Presents 11 Tips For Musicians To Save Money on Tour A penny saved is a penny earned, and the hardest thing to do when your instrument is…

10 Essential Microphones you need in your Home Studio

Choosing the right Microphones for your home studio is one of the most important decisions you are going to make. The quality of your microphone will determine the quality of…

2018 DAW Roundup!

Creating your own home studio is full of decisions on what hardware and what software to purchase. When it comes to your main DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) software your choices…

7 Ways to Build Speed on the Guitar

Building speed is an important part of improving your overall guitar technique. Even if you don't want to shred, being able to play faster can help your accuracy and timing…

Dubset - Clearing Mixtapes for DJ's and Rap Artists!

Mixtapes have long been the lifeblood of hip hop. But most artists fell outside mainstream distribution channels, because of the licensing and copyright issues involved. This left a major income…

A Review of Steven Slate's Everything Bundle

Whether you are a home recording musician, or you own a commercial recording studio one of the biggest ongoing investments you make are for good quality plugins. Keeping up with…

Better Sounding Bass Solos with the POG!

The Effect Pedal Bass Players Need For Their Solos Dear fellow bass players, I’m going to speak a bit on the topic that increases our blood pressure. But we must…

Buyers Guide to Wireless Microphones

Which Wireless Microphone’s Have The Longest Range? We know what you want, you want to jump in the audience as you crowd surf through out the entire Festival as you…

Why Stage Presence is Vital - Go Wireless

Why Stage Presence Is Vital To Gaining New Fans. Go Wireless by Tony Hossri performwireless.com If you play guitar or bass in any form of a high energy band, it…

What Makes a Good Wireless Guitar System?

By Tony Hossri Performwireless.com John Pagano Band What Makes a Good Wireless Guitar System? Here it is, the million dollar question………..more like $500 or so. What makes a good wireless…

Plugins I’ve Been Using That I Recommend

Plugins I’ve Been Using That I Recommend Brandon S Hire The Noise Floor It’s not the tool, it’s the user. But as a blogger and content creator, I get to…

Why I Dumped my Analog Mixer

In the current world of Digital Recording, analog is still the holy grail. Everyone wants that warm sound that analog gear gives you, so why would I pull my analog…

Podcasts

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Nick Schnebelen

Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Nick Schnebelen This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace…

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Gina Coleman of Misty Blues

Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Gina Coleman This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace…

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Tim Gartland

Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Tim Gartland This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace…

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Indie Blues Double Shot 4/13/2019

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…

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Elles Bailey

Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Elles Bailey This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace…

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Glen Clark

Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Glen Clark This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace…

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Kenny Beedy Eyes Smith

Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Kenny "Beedy Eyes" Smith This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists…

LIVE From the Midnight Circus Indie Blues Double Shot 4/6/2019

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…

Music on the Couch Show #467

Music On The Couch 04/08/19 - Show #467 Listen Here: ERIC JERARDI Eric went to Muscle Shoals, teamed with David Z and produced Occupied. He and I had a wonderful…

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Jackie Venson

Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Jackie Venson This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace…

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Shane Dwight

Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Shane Dwight This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace…

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Mary Lane

Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Mary Lane This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace…

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Indie Blues Double Shot 4/30/2019

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…

Music on the Couch #466

Music On The Couch 04/01/19 - Show #466 Listen Here: https://tobtr.com/11263329 VIN MOTT Vin has released Rogue Hunter, his sophomore album. He joined me to talk about his journey,…

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Rick Vito

Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Rick Vito This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists who embrace…

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring The Vegas Strip Kings!

Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring The Vegas Stip Kings This is the Voice of Indie Blues, the future of the blues. Artists…

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Tiffany Pollack

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…

LIVE from the Midnight Circus "Indie Blues Double Shot" 3/22/2019

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…

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