Joseph and the Velozians Four years have passed since Veloz’s last release Offerings made it across my desk for review. That was quite an impressive album. His brand-new record Joseph and the Velozians again captures my full attention with his delightful originals and covers. With Veloz laying down the funkiest of rhythms on bass and Funk-wah guitar, keyboardist Jim Alfredson and drummer/percussionist Donny Brown hold down the fort for the […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Ilana Katz Katz 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 Ilana Katz Katz Ilana Katz Katz is a Blues and Appalachian fiddler, singer, songwriter, novelist, screenwriter, essayist, watercolor painter, apparel artist, longtime subway busker, and budding children’s book author who strives to bring good mojo wherever she goes. Ilana’s writing career began in college where […]
Gov’t Mule Heavy Load Blues I’ve been a Gov’t Mule fan since seeing them live at the 1998 HORDE Festival at Alpine Valley in Wisconsin. Warren Haynes is such an astonishing performer, and I consider him one of my favorites. Heavy Load Blues, the title of the new Gov’t Mule album, is perfectly matched with the contents inside. For the first time ever, the band has made an […]
MUSIC ON THE COUCH SHOW #591 – 12/06/2021 LISTEN HERE: https://tobtr.com/12032595 JASON RICCI & JOE KROWN – SEMI-COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Jason makes his fifth visit to The Couch, this time with first-timer Joe Krown. They have released City>Country>City and we will speak with Joe about his career and the two about this collaboration. STEVE […]
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. 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 […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Tas Cru 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 Tas Cru Tas Cru is truly a blues eclectic who refuses to let his music be bound to just one blues style. With a repertoire of over 90 original songs from multiple albums and dozens of crowd-pleasing classics, this seasoned road warrior gives folks what they want […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Rashad the Blues Kid 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 […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring The Jon Spere Band 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 […]
Making a Scene Presents Turn it Up with Gerry Casey and his guest Dom Martin! Audrey Bridgeman On Your Own Terms Sorrow & Spire Castles In The Air The Chase Set The World To Rights Victory Love Hate Killfeather Bummer Five Points Gang All In All Trope Planes Rick Pierce Group Brick By Brick Mountain […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Ra’Shad the Blues Kid Ra’Shad The Blues Kid is a Blues Musician and Artist from Mississippi. Ra’Shad was born September 30, 1987 as Larry Ra’Shad McGill in Laurel, MS. From an early age, he was recognized as a unique individual. His immediate family consist of 3 […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents Gerry Casey’s Interview with Dom Martin This interview was recorded live just before Dom took the stage at Kelly’s Hotel Portrush to give what would be a spellbinding performance to the many music fans present. In this my third interview with Dom we catch up with what has […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Jon Spear! Award-winning singer-songwriter and guitarist Jon Spear doesn’t admit how long he’s been performing but here’s a hint: Jon was in a band that opened for the Isley Brothers at the Capital Theatre in Port Chester NY when Twist and Shout was top-40 hit. Since […]
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. 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 […]
Music on the Couch Show #590 MEMPHIS LIGHTNING – WORLD PREMIER Lightning & Red will return and honor us with the World Premier of their new album. This should be a blast! VINTAGE #18 – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Robbin will be by to talk about the new album, Soul Shaker and all that is happening […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Dionne Bennett 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 Dionne Bennett Dionne Bennett is a British/West-Indian singer-songwriter, producer, and radio personality. She started singing and performing live at age 14 and released her first soul single by the time she was 15. She is now internationally known for her unique and diverse vocal style that covers all […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Lady A 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 Eric Johanson “Eric Johanson’s music and the distinctiveness of his voice makes his music memorable, and unforgettable.” Eric music is steeped in magical influence of New Orleans where he currently resides. However the music has a power and cutting edge that puts […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents Gerry Casey’s Interview with Eric Johanson “Eric Johanson’s music and the distinctiveness of his voice makes his music memorable, and unforgettable.” Eric music is steeped in magical influence of New Orleans where he currently resides. However the music has a power and cutting edge that puts it well up […]
Cole Allen The Other Side Minnesota-based music artist Cole Allen first appeared on my radar while I was in the midst of reviewing the album Live My Life by his wife Sena Ehrhardt. Allen was lead guitarist for the band, and that album, which was released on Blind Pig Records made a terrific impression on me. His new six-track release The Other Side is quite impressive as […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Little G Weevil 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 Lady A This songstress began singing at age 5. She began her performance career as a back-up singer in a Motown Revue band during the 90’s. Her love of music, gospel background, Louisiana roots, and musical family always led her back to the Blues and Gospel music, mixed […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Little G Weevil Little G Weevil is a highly esteemed member of the worldwide blues community. He is the solo winner of the Blues Foundation`s International Blues Challenge in 2013, and has been nominated for USA Blues Music Award, Blues Blast Music Award and USA Independent […]
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. 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 […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Hanna PK 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 Hanna PK Hanna PK is a solid pianist, soulful vocalist, and vibrant performer, born and raised in South Korea, currently residing in Rochester, NY. She plays a wide variety of the blues & swing, old school folk, and boogie-woogie. She has a dynamic songwriting style – […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Roy Roberts 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 […]
MUSIC ON THE COUCH SHOW #588 – 11/15/2021 LISTEN HERE: https://tobtr.com/12021282 STACY MITCHHART – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Looking forward to Stacy returning to The Couch. The new album, Printer’s Alley is a celebration of his 24 years in Nashville. Will be some good stories! WEB SITE FACEBOOK PAGE JENNIFER PORTER Jennifer makes her debut appearance on […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Roy Roberts Roy Roberts became hooked on music while growing up in a small town in Tennessee, listening to blues and R&B on radio stations WLAC out of Nashville. Jimmy Reed’s “Baby What You Want Me to Do” was the clincher and at the age of […]
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. 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 […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Miss Lady Blues 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 […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Joseph and the Velozians 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 […]
Colin James Open Road Stony Plain One of Canada’s most renowned blues artists, Colin James, has reached a milestone, issuing his 20th album, Open Road. It’s the third in a trilogy of records. It’s the follow-up to 2018’s Juno Award -winning Miles to Go, and 2016’s Blue Highways. Even though the travel motif is in […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Miss Lady Blues Kesha Boyd who is professionally know as Miss Lady “Blues” is no stranger to the music industry. She has assisted many artists, writers, and producers with their careers. She is a songwriter and singer. She has worked with the Major Record labels to […]
Dionne Bennett Sugar Hip Ya Ya Hunnia Prepare for blast-off. This one comes as an explosive surprise. British Jamaican singer-songwriter, producer, and radio personality Dionne Bennett, who has forged most of her career in Europe, means business. We can thank Little G Weevil for bringing Bennett to our attention as the album was recorded in […]
Various Artists Highway Butterfly – The Songs of Neal Casal (3 CDs, 5 LPs) Royal Potato Family Neal Casal never got his due as a complete artist and certainly as a songwriter until now. Spread across 5 LPs and 3 CDs from a stunning list of artists are 41 of the late Casal’s songs in […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Joe Veloz of Joseph and the Velozians Throughout my career as a musician, I have strived to accomplish a high level of skill as a bassist by creating and developing deep organic grooves along with strong song and melodic sensitivity. As a GHS […]
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. 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 […]
MUSIC ON THE COUCH SHOW #587 – 11/08/2021 LISTEN HERE: https://tobtr.com/12019716 SUE FOLEY Sue Foley made her first visit to The Couch to discuss her musical journey and the new album, Pinky’s Blues. We touched on her history of road travel, the road ahead and the signature guitar “Pinky” WEB SITE FACEBOOK PAGE […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Chris Barnes 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 Chris “BadNews” Barnes Chris BADNEWS Barnes and Grammy Award-winning producer, Tom Hambridge, have teamed up for Barnes’ first ever original blues album, BADNEWS RISING. This is Barnes’ third release with Vizztone Records. All ten original offerings written by Barnes & Hambridge were recorded at Nashville’s Sound […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Luca Kiella 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 #115 with his Guest Krissy Matthews Flickertail Heroes Dangereens Love Jive Neil Young &Crazy Horse Heading West JesseyJackson Going Home The Band Of Heathens/Ray Wylie Hubbard Papa Was A Rolling Stone Jack J. Hutchinson Straight To Hell Kris Barras My Parade Cyndi Boste Night […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents Gerry Casey’s Interview with Krissy Matthews It was 1995, Krissy was 3 years old and his father invited him on stage to play along to Pretty Woman by Roy Orbison. This is when the story started for British Norwegian Krissy Matthews. Now at 28 years old, he has gained a reputation […]
HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Luca Kiella! Luca Kiella Chiellini left all he ever knew when he was 26 years old. With nothing but his suitcase, his keyboard, and the big dream of making his mark in the music industry in the United States. All the way from his home in […]
Dave Specter Six String Soul – 30 Years on Delmark Delmark Guitarist Dave Specter lives up to the enticing album title Six String Soul, with his career-to-date selection of 28 remastered tracks spanning his three decades with Chicago’s Delmark records. It’s so tempting to engage in the kind of wordplay found in the liner notes […]
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. 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 […]
Making a Scene Presents the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Diane Durrett 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 […]
