Raised on Rhythm

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Episode 9: Actionesse Nov 02, 2020

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Ian, Obi, and Jimmy of Actionesse join me to discuss making music during COVID, the fine art of wholesome heckling, community action in Seattle, and the dick drawings potentially hiding within your own tattoos!

Today's episode features 2 songs from Actionesse' latest release, "The Deep, Bright Below":

"Self-Subterfuge"

https://open.spotify.com/track/7MYLTG6yFm9kY8XSsfZSYf?si=qsobtsB_SxaseOj39RDEjg

"Fully Clothed/Slightly Concussed"

https://open.spotify.com/track/6JlIovf2V79rITOEfriGg7?si=9UcxlaiNQnaHu7N8bwZJDA

https://www.Actionesse.com

Episode 8: Leigh Bezezekoff & Michael Gill (Washington Nightlife Music Association) Oct 28, 2020

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In this episode I talk with 2 heavy-hitters in Seattle's live music industry - Leigh Bezezekoff began her career in 2007, going on to work as an artist manager, promoter, and talent buyer. She's currently part of the team at Seattle's Tractor Tavern. Leigh's also done production work for area festivals including Bumbershoot. Michael Gill is the talent buyer for Central Saloon, in addition to fronting his own band, [ b r a c k e t s ]. Michael and Leigh discuss their newfound roles advocating for live music as part of the Washington Nightlife Music Association (WNMA). We also discuss the challenges of managing music venues, along with new bands they're excited about! For more information, check out: https://wanma.info/ Music in this episode: "Brown Liquor" - BearAxe https://open.spotify.com/track/6rTwt9OLxiXhOVzXFatFqu?si=ZlmSWkCASvKnMrbzQfZvVQ "Know The Knot" - Constant Lovers https://open.spotify.com/track/7A3rkjBiRPfCe0BxcWQ3Rq?si=MTN8hHqUTHGGxRQLLi8Asw

Episode 7: Pete Jordan (Big Bldg) Oct 27, 2020

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In this episode I talk with Pete Jordan, co-founder of Big Bldg. Big Bldg is a non-profit collective producing the Grounded live stream series. Grounded features live streaming performances from local artists in Seattle, and is part of Big Bldg's broader mission to elevate those voices.

The music in this episode is from Big Bldg. affiliates Nrvs Lvrs ("Far Away"), and Roy Rodgers ("Lemme Know Adapter")

For more information checkout:

https://shop.bigbldgrcrds.com/

Bonus Episode: Nate Louis & Andy Remex Moreno (CapCity Presents) Oct 26, 2020

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For this special collaboration, I traveled to meet Andy Remex Moreno at Undisclosed Studios in Olympia, Wa.

Andy's an Olympia-based talent buyer and promoter who recently launched CapCity Presents-a podcast to elevate the voices of Olympia's diverse music scene. Andy and I trade thoughts on our shared experience starting podcasts, along with the future of live music! We also discuss issues of social equity in the music scene and beyond!

Special thanks to Sage and Andy at Undisclosed Studios for recording this episode!

Episode 6: La Fonda Oct 21, 2020

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In this edition of Raised on Rhythm I talk with Seattle band, La Fonda!

We cover everything from making music post-COVID to the community vibe of being a band in Seattle, not to mention Veronica and Valerie's legendary Filipino band dinners!

We also premiere 2 new brand tracks from LaFonda, including their brand new single "Let You Go", along with an unreleased track, "Wanting More".

https://www.lafondamusic.com/

Episode 5: Rachel Field (Resonant Mastering) Oct 12, 2020

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In this episode I talk with Seattle mastering engineer, Rachel Field! Rachel co-owns Resonant Mastering here in Seattle along with Ed Brooks. She’s mastered records for Whitney Mongé, Thunderpussy, Cave Singers, Alec Shaw, WOODSHED, and countless others! Rachel was recently inducted as a member of The Recording Academy and discusses her unique experience in the industry. http://www.ResonantMastering.com The music in this episode is from Seattle-based sax quartet, The Tiptons! The songs are "Memory Bait" and "Working Song", from the album Wabi Sabi (mastered by Rachel at Resonant Mastering!) http://thetiptonssaxquartet.com/

Episode 4: Dan Ray (Dan's Tunes) Oct 05, 2020

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In this edition of Raised on Rhythm, I talk with Seattle-based music journalist, Dan Ray!

Dan is the founder of Dan's Tunes-a music website focused on Seattle artists.

We talk about our experience discovering new music at the ground level, along with our thoughts on live streams, local venues and more!

http://www.DansTunesSeattle.com

Episode 3: Peter Sumić (Forest Ray / VLLY) Sep 21, 2020

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In this episode I had the chance to visit Peter's Forest Ray Records studio. Forest Ray and Blade Palace played shows together, but this was my first time in Peter's studio; my inner audio engineer was amazed!

We talk about recording, the history of Forest Ray, and our thoughts on the future of music!

For this episode's intro, I'm using a selection from Forest Ray's song, "Black Pine"

We conclude with "Black Pine" and "Honesty" from Forest Ray's upcoming release: Black Pine

Forest Ray:

https://forestray.bandcamp.com/

https://open.spotify.com/artist/6aHS1ijoQqNunPy8K2zzAp?si=KW-BbjzhRGm4KzKRdiH9CA

https://www.instagram.com/forestrayrecords/?hl=en

Episode 2: Derek Luther (Smoker Dad) Sep 12, 2020

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On this episode I sit down with Derek Luther from Smoker Dad to discuss analog recording, favorite Seattle show memories, and our shared hopes for the future of live music (post-Covid!) We also premiere Smoker's Dad's new 7-inch "Do Ya Want It" - available September 15th!

Episode 1: Brennan Moring (Sealife, Peyote Ugly) Sep 02, 2020

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In this episode I have a chance to catch up with Brennan Moring! Brennan is the singer/songwriter/mastermind of his psychedelic pop project, Sealife (Lookup Records). He's also the co-singer/songwriter of Seattle synth-psych band Peyote Ugly. We discuss Brennan's latest projects, making music in the era of COVID, and his unlikely forays into jazz music! We end with the premiere of Sealife's new experimental record, Beat Queen.

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