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**Sound of Our Town**

Sound of Our Town is a travel podcast about the music in the next town you visit: Where to go to hear and experience the best music and why; what sounds shaped that city or town’s culture and what new sounds continue to define it. Produced in the single-voice narrative style, mixed with select interviews, the show will emphasize original music to drive the stories. This isn’t a music show. It’s a show about travel. About wanders. Free spirits. Whether you are quickly dropping in and jumping out or in for a long stay, Sound of our Town will introduce to you the real sonic stories and places that echo in that city so your travel is enriched with music.

Latest Episodes:

Milwaukee, WI: We actually are going to make it. Long live the dive! Jul 27, 2023

Show notes

Host Will Dailey takes us on a tour of live music spots in the city of Milwaukee, WI.

Want to chat about the music in your city? Hit us up on:

Instagram: @DoubleElvis @WillDaileyOfficial

Sound of Our Town is a production of Double Elvis and iHeartRadio

We are Executive Produced by Jake Brennan, Brady Sadler for Double Elvis. Production assistance by Matt Beaudoin. Created, written, hosted and scored by Will Dailey.

Head writer on EP2 is Gerald Dowd

Music for this episode composed and performed by Will Dailey. Check out Will’s music:

Spotify

Apple Music

Bandcamp

SOURCES:

https://www.visitmilwaukee.org/things-to-do/arts-entertainment/live-music/

https://www.summerfest.com/blog/2019/11/27/milwaukee-music-scene/

https://wanderlog.com/list/geoCategory/818293/best-bars-with-live-music-in-milwaukee

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Providence, RI: The little city that always wants to hear more Jul 13, 2023

Show notes

In our season 2 premiere, host Will Dailey takes you on a musical tour of Providence, Rhode Island— It’s a big country but this small city, in a small state, packs in a lot of sound, historic festivals and a mighty home for those who want to make things and make it work.

Want to chat about the music in your city? Hit us up on:

Instagram: @DoubleElvis @WillDaileyOfficial
Twitter: @DoubleElvisFm @WillDailey

Sound of Our Town is a production of Double Elvis and iHeartRadio

We are Executive Produced by Jake Brennan, Brady Sadler for Double Elvis. Production assistance by Matt Beaudoin. Created, written, hosted and scored by Will Dailey. Episode 1 written by Samantha Farrell.

Special thank yous to Allen Penniman and Mike Panico .

Music for this episode composed and performed by Will Dailey. Check out Will’s music:

SOURCES:

SOME PLACES YOU'LL WANT TO VISIT AFTER LISTENING TO THIS EPISODE:

Askew
Nick-a-Nee’s
Dusk
Strand
Newport Folk
Newport Jazz
Columbus Theater

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Introducing Sound of Our Town Season Two Jul 06, 2023

Show notes

Welcome to back to Sound of Our Town, a unique travel and music podcast experience. Each episode explores a different city through its unique music culture—from the best venues and tales of local heroes, to the neighborhoods and communities where new styles thrive. Veteran indie troubadour Will Dailey invites you to experience the world's greatest cities the way the world's greatest musicians do—with a backstage pass, forming deep connections with people and places through the lens of music.

Listen to Sound of Our Town starting Thursday July 13th, wherever you get your podcasts.

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BONUS: On the road with Vanishing Postcards' Evan Stern Nov 03, 2022

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We're excited to announce that SOUND OF OUR TOWN will be back for Season 2! Stay tuned for details of where we're headed next. In the meantime, as you heard in the Season 1 finale, we've been hitting the road to talk to some of our favorite creators and musicians about their favorite cities and musical moments. This week, we talk to EVAN STERN of the award-winning podcast VANISHING POSTCARDS about the places that shape us, the roads we leave behind, and the power of stories to bring us together. You can check out Vanishing Postcards on the iheart radio app or wherever you get your podcasts.

Sound of Our Town is a production of Double Elvis and iHeartRadio.

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Season 1 Finale: Rhett Miller, Busy Philips, and Oompa on the sounds...of their towns Oct 06, 2022

Show notes

In the Season One finale, host Will Dailey interviews his pals Rhett Miller, Busy Philips, and Oompa on their favorite places, concerts, and music towns, while reflecting on Season One's journey through American music, the cultural ties that bind us together, and our pursuit of that elusive vibe, SWB. (Plus: bloopers!)

To hear the artists mentioned in this episode, check Will’s playlist at soundofourtownpod.com

Want to chat about the music in your city? Hit us up on:

Instagram: @DoubleElvis @WillDaileyOfficial
Twitter: @DoubleElvisFm @WillDailey

Sound of Our Town is a production of Double Elvis and iHeartRadio.

Executive Produced by Jake Brennan, Brady Sadler, and Carly Carioli for Double Elvis. Production assistance by Matt Beaudoin. Created, written, hosted and scored by Will Dailey.

Music for this episode composed and performed by Will Dailey. Drums by Dave Brophy. Check out Will’s music:

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Thunderstruck in the City of Brotherly Love Sep 29, 2022

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A city of history and mystery, Philly draws music from its soul and soul from its musical heritage. Its roots — and its Roots — spring from a lineage that embraces jazz, rock, hip-hop, funk, R&B, and punk. In this episode, host Will Dailey rides the lightning on a behind-the-scenes tour of the musicians, venues, and stories that make the Illadelph one of the nation's true musical treasures.

To hear the artists mentioned in this episode, check Will’s playlist at soundofourtownpod.com

Want to chat about the music in your city? Hit us up on:

Instagram: @DoubleElvis @WillDaileyOfficial
Twitter: @DoubleElvisFm @WillDailey

Sound of Our Town is a production of Double Elvis and iHeartRadio.

Executive Produced by Jake Brennan, Brady Sadler, and Carly Carioli for Double Elvis. Production assistance by Matt Beaudoin. Created, written, hosted and scored by Will Dailey.

Additional writing on this episode by Samantha Farrell and Caitlin White.

Music for this episode composed and performed by Will Dailey. Drums by Dave Brophy. Additional music by Cliff Notez. Check out Will’s music:

SOURCES for this episode include:

Philadelphia Inquirer
Best of Philly, Music (Philadelphia Magazine)
NBC Philadelphia
CBS News
How Philadelphia's Artists Are Celebrating the City's Black Music Legacy (NPR)
Where To See Live Music In Philadelphia (Visit Philly)
Best Music Venues in Philadelphia (Society19)
https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/top-live-music-venues-in-philadelphia/
The Roots
Spirit News

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Tulsa, Oklahoma: The Hum of the Heartland Sep 22, 2022

Show notes

Where there is generational tragedy, there are also heroes and a community building harmony and repairing fractures through music. In this episode, host Will Dailey guides you on a trip from a town engulfed in terror to a city repairing itself one song at a time, either with the Shakespeare of songwriting or a community invested in the power of music — all while weaving the stories of iconic rockers like Leon Russell and groove pioneers like the GAP Band as they define the sound track for the hum of the heartland.

To hear the artists mentioned in this episode, check Will’s playlist at soundofourtownpod.com

Want to chat about the music in your city? Hit us up on:

Instagram: @DoubleElvis @WillDaileyOfficial
Twitter: @DoubleElvisFm @WillDailey

Sound of Our Town is a production of Double Elvis and iHeartRadio.

Executive Produced by Jake Brennan, Brady Sadler, and Carly Carioli for Double Elvis. Production assistance by Matt Beaudoin. Created, written, hosted and scored by Will Dailey.

Additional writing on this episode by Patrick Coman.

Special thanks to Chris Combs, Jesse Aycock, Brian Horton, and Steve Jenkins.

Music for this episode composed and performed by Will Dailey. Check out Will’s music:

SOURCES for this episode include:

The Bob Wills Anthology (Columbia, 1973)
I Am Charlie Wilson, Charlie Wilson (2015)
"Why Tulsa Might Be the Next Austin" (Rolling Stone)
When Did Whittier Bar Become the Coolest Music Venue in Tulsa?
The Tulsa Sound
The Amazing Unauthorized Story of Cain's Ballroom (Public Radio Tulsa)
Cain's Ballroom: The History Behind Tulsa's Historic Music Venue (KJRH)
San Antonio Rose: The Life and Music of Bob Wills, Charles R. Townshend
Leon Russell: The Master of Space and Time's Journey Through Rock and Roll History, Bill Janovitz (forthcoming)
Leon Russell Sought Shelter in Tulsa Through the 70s's (Tulsa World)
Sex Pistols at Cain's: The Filth and the Fury
Jack White Explains Why He Loves Tulsa (Tulsa World)

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Houston, Texas Sep 15, 2022

Show notes

From Lightnin' Hopkins to Destiny's Child, Houston has long been a bottomless well of American music and memory. Host Will Dailey introduces you to the big sounds and bigger stories that bring Houston to life, from Steve Earle's run-in with Townes Van Zandt to a murder mystery it took a guitar master to solve. Go behind the scenes and take a stroll through the places you should go now to experience the authentic Houston through music, culture, and food.

To hear the artists mentioned in this episode, check Will’s playlist at soundofourtownpod.com

Want to chat about the music in your city? Hit us up on:

Instagram: @DoubleElvis @WillDaileyOfficial
Twitter: @DoubleElvisFm @WillDailey

Sound of Our Town is a production of Double Elvis and iHeartRadio.

Executive Produced by Jake Brennan, Brady Sadler, and Carly Carioli for Double Elvis. Production assistance by Matt Beaudoin. Created, written, hosted and scored by Will Dailey.

Additional writing and music on this episode by Ed Jurdi and Samantha Farrell.

Music for this episode composed and performed by Will Dailey. Check out Will’s music:

SOURCES for this episode include:

Old Folkie Blog
American Songwriter
Daughter Finds Solace in Murdered Father's Music (LA Times)
Freeing a Mentor from his Mythology (NY Times)
Movoto.com
Austin Chronicle
Houston Press
Trip Advisor
Steve Earle's Hero, Heckler: Townes Van Zandt (NPR)

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Los Angeles (Part 2): Breaking on Through to the Other Side Sep 08, 2022

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NOTE: If you haven’t listened to Part 1—start there, or this could get awkward.) On Part Two of a special two-part episode of SOOT, host Will Dailey explores another side of Los Angeles—a city of contradictions and contrasts, some incidental, others man-made. Some folks come to California to find gold, literal and otherwise. But some of the gold is content to stay tucked in the canyons. Here’s a tour of LA’s backstages and byways—a map of the healthy ecosystem behind the magic screen.

To hear the artists mentioned in this episode, check Will’s playlist at soundofourtownpod.com

Want to chat about the music in your city? Hit us up on:

Instagram: @DoubleElvis @WillDaileyOfficial
Twitter: @DoubleElvisFm @WillDailey

Sound of Our Town is a production of Double Elvis and iHeartRadio.

Executive Produced by Jake Brennan, Brady Sadler, and Carly Carioli for Double Elvis. Production assistance by Matt Beaudoin. Created, written, hosted and scored by Will Dailey.

Additional writing on this episode by Caitlin White.

Music for this episode composed and performed by Will Dailey. Check out Will’s music:

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Los Angeles (Part 1): Deals with the Devil in the City of Dreams Sep 01, 2022

Show notes

Loving LA is just as much about being here as it is about missing home. Even if you’re from here, this is a city about longing, nostalgia, and a certain kind of sadness only entertainment cities really know. Los Angeles itself is practically a song, its stories told on repeat, the sun-powered myth illuminating the myths behind studio sessions from Rumors and LA Woman, from Pet Sounds to Norman Fucking Rockwell. What would happen if you explored LA? Like, really explored it? On Part One of a special two-part episode of SOOT, host Will Dailey takes you deep into LA’s belly of the beast, past the Sunset Strip to find the music town behind the music machine. To hear the artists mentioned in this episode, check Will’s playlist at soundofourtownpod.comWant to chat about the music in your city? Hit us up on:

Instagram: @DoubleElvis @WillDaileyOfficial
Twitter: @DoubleElvisFM @WillDailey

Sound of Our Town is a production of Double Elvis and iHeartRadio.Executive Produced by Jake Brennan, Brady Sadler, and Carly Carioli for Double Elvis. Production assistance by Matt Beaudoin. Created, written, hosted and scored by Will Dailey. Additional writing on this episode by Caitlin White. Music for this episode composed and performed by Will Dailey. Check out Will’s music:

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