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    The Ezra Lipp Hour (More or Less)

    Bay Area based drummer and composer Ezra Lipp brings his unique personality and years of experience in the music business as a base perspective to host insightful, informal and in-depth conversations with contemporary musicians focusing on the great stories, insights, and accrued wisdom that have informed their careers and journeys as artists. Occasionally it’s a little funny.

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    16 - The Subtle Magic of Bonnie Paine (of Elephant Revival) Oct 03, 2017
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    At a given show with her band Elephant Revival, Vocalist and Multi-Instrumentalist Bonnie Paine can be heard playing washboard, djembe, saw, cello, stomp box, singing, or any other instrument, yet she is a musician who's heart tends to take the forefront of whatever music she is engaged in at the time. From modest roots starting in 2006 as a Folk-World-Americana collective of friends from Nederland, CO, Elephant Revival's steadfast work ethic, near-constant touring schedule and commitment to make authentic and genuine music has earned them an ever growing fanbase and many accolades in the industry; earning spots in major festivals throughout the country, headlining venues the likes of Red Rocks, and being featured in the New York Times, NPR, Guardian UK, and many other publications.

    In addition to creating a unique blend of native and non-native original indie folk music that connects deeply with their listeners, Elephant Revival combines their musical efforts with endeavors to aid many humanitarian, environmental and social justice causes, working with groups like Conscious Alliance, Calling All Crows, Trees Water & People, and others.

    It was a real pleasure to chat with Bonnie who spoke candidly about her concerns and hopes for the state of the world, shared childhood stories including how a family tragedy lead to a more musical life for her and her siblings, revealed a dramatic tale of Elephant Revival's recent near-death bus fire, and much more. Please Enjoy!

    www.ElephantRevival.com

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    15 - Neal Casal: The Best Things To Come Sep 18, 2017
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    Since the early 1990's, guitarist/singer/songwriter Neal Casal has forged a career that has traversed much ground far and wide. While he is currently best known for his tenure in The Chris Robinson Brotherhood, Casal was also a key player in Ryan Adams and The Cardinals, has released 12 solo albums under his own name, is a member of the contemporary supergroup Hard Working Americans (featuring Todd Snider and members of Widespread Panic and Great American Taxi), has moonlighted with the Grateful Dead's Phil Lesh and Bob Weir, leads an improvisational band called Circles Around The Sun which was selected to compose music to be played at The Grateful Dead's 50th Anniversary Fare Thee Well Concerts, and has been featured on hundreds of records. He's also a really nice guy.

    It was a pleasure to have a laid back chat with Neal and hear him reflect on the past stages of his musical journey, talk about why things are now better than they've ever been in his relationship to his craft, and understand the obstacles and challenges that pushed him to be the best he can be. You can check out Neal's various projects here.

    Neal Casal Official Website

    Chris Robinson Brotherhood Official Website

    Hard Working Americans

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    14 - Russ Lawton (Trey Anastasio Band): Working Musician For Life Sep 05, 2017
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    Russ Lawton is a Vermont based drummer best known for his years of work as the syncopated, driving engine behind the Trey Anastasio Band, whom he has been performing and collaborating with since it's inception in 1998. Now In his early 60's, Russ has had a fruitful career as a working musician for decades prior to ever meeting Trey, and his relentless work ethic continues today. In addition to touring with TAB, he co-leads and tours with the band Soule Monde along with TAB keyboardist Ray Paczkowski, he is in demand session player in the New England Area, he writes, records and produces his own pop/rock songs, teaches drums, and continues to keep up a disciplined practice routine after many years in the saddle.

    I first met Russ about 15 years ago when I asked him to my home in Vermont to give me a drum lesson and I hadn't seen him since until we recently reconnected in California! In this episode Russ talks about some of his early experiences as a drummer in various bands pre-Trey Band, as well as what it's been like working and collaborating with Trey, how he stays healthy on the road, insights into his longevity and continued success, and much more! Please Enjoy!

    Russ Lawton's Official Website

    Russ and Ray's Band Soule Monde (Rope-a-Dope Records)

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    13 - The Many Voices of Alfred Howard Aug 30, 2017
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    San Diego’s Alfred Howard is a very dynamic character. He is best know for his involvement in a burgeoning music scene in San Diego as he is currently a primary lyricist, songwriter and producer in 8 different bands including The Heavy Guilt, Birdy Bardot, Rebecca Jade and The Cold Fact, Dani Bell and The Tarantist and The Midnight Pine, which are all housed under The Redwoods Music label which Howard is a founder and co-owner of. For years before the record label he was traveling as a lyricist and percussionist and singer/rapper in the K23 Orchestra until a case of chronic Lime’s Disease made this difficult.

    Howard is also a prolific writer and blogger and has a knack for blending humor and profundity in social media posts like no other I’ve seen. His book “The Autobiography of No One” is a highly entertaining and thoughtful collection of autobiographical essays and blog posts speaking of his experiences in life as a touring musician, a record store clerk, a young black man in America, and much more.

    I was very happy to get to spend some time chatting with Alfred where we discuss some thoughts on the current political climate, he shares a new spoken word piece, and we talk about his role as a lyricist with so many different artists. There is also some bonus content at the end of the episode that I think you will enjoy! The Redwoods Music Label is currently involved in fundraising to put out 5 new records. If you’d like to contribute or learn more about the project please visit www.TheRedwoodsMusic.com

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    12 - Jennifer Hartswick: (Trey Anastasio Band) "You Are The Answer!" Aug 02, 2017
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    For the better part of two decades Jennifer Hartswick has held tenure in the Trey Anastasio Band (of Phish fame) providing powerhouse vocals and impeccable trumpet playing. When she first met Trey and started collaborating she was just a teenager and self described "jazz nerd" coming out of the backwoods of Vermont. Since that time she has become one of the most respected, in-demand and busiest musicians on the jam-band and festival scene, guesting with a plethora of bands including Phish, Umphrey's Mcgee, Soulive, The Motet, The 9th Power, String Cheese Incident, and a slew of others. In addition to being an in-demand supporting musician she also fronts her own band The Jennifer Hartswick band with members of The 9th Power and recently recorded her upcoming record with the highly acclaimed contemporary jazz bassist Christian McBride.

    In this conversation we talk about what it was like for Jen first joining TAB and immediately heading out on the road as such a young women, how she maintains her stamina with her busy lifestyle, her illuminating thoughts on preserving one's unique authenticity in this world, and much more! Please Enjoy!

    Jennifer Hartswick Official Website

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    11 - Kalmia Traver (Rubblebucket, Kalbells): Shaping The Vibrations Jul 26, 2017
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    Hailing from the North East Kingdom of Vermont, Kalmia Traver (Rubblebucket, Kalbells) has spent the last ten years touring relentlessly and co-leading the highly acclaimed Brooklyn based electro-indie-dance-pop band Rubblebucket. In a relatively short span Rubblebucket have put out ten LP's/EP's, worked with Grammy Award winning producers (John Congelton), and have been featured on late night TV (Jimmy Kimmel). Kalmia is a powerhouse on the alto and bari sax, has a highly unique and skillful singing voice, and her exuberance and energy as a performer is unparalleled. In addition Kalmia has just released her first full length record "Ten Flowers" under her new solo project moniker Kalbells and it has already received the attention of NPR Music and many other reputable publications. As a contemporary artist in NYC, Kalmia Traver has collaborated with the likes of QuestLove, Tuneyards, Marco Benevento, Angelique Kidjo, The Arcade Fire and many others.

    Kalmia's life took a difficult turn in 2013 when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and subsequently fought and eventually won a long battle and is now fully cancer free! I also have had a long time friendship and personal relationship with Kalmia as we met in 2002 as music students at The University of Vermont and have been in contact ever since.

    In this episode we get deep and talk about Kalmia's life and spirit post cancer, how her solo project came about, how to stay positively engaged in a troubling world, shaping energy fields (I told you it got deep) and much more!! Please Enjoy!

    Kalbells Official Website

    Rubblebucket Official Website

    10 - Marco Benevento: Keeping It Fun!! Jul 17, 2017
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    Marco Benevento has been making waves in the experimental/jam/rock music scene since roughly 1999. As a sideman, he's played with some of the best players out there today including the likes of Dan Auerbach, Trey Anastasio, Matt Chamberlain, Joe Russo, Billy Martin, John Medeski, Mike Gordon, Skerik, Stanton Moore and many many others. As a band leader and composer he has released 7 records to date and is the owner and co-founder of his own label, the Royal Potato Family. As a collaborator he is notorious in being part of some of the baddest bands from his early days with The Benevento Russo Duo to present times playing keys in Joe Russo's Almost Dead, and holds chairs with Garage A Trois, Surprise Me Mr. Davis, Bustle in your Hedgerow and many others. Marco has a sound and personality unique to himself which comes through loud and clear in his music. He is one of my favorites and it was a pleasure to have him on the show. Please enjoy!

    Marco Benevento Official Website

    09 - Joe Craven: "You Are The Music" Jul 10, 2017
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    Joe Craven is one of those humans who seemingly knows no bounds. Truly a jack of all trades, he embodies many roles in life; a virtuosic multi-instrumentalist with no formal music training, an award winning music educator and camp director, a larger than-life colorful festival emcee, composer, band leader, collaborator in many different projects, actor, visual artist, museum curator, self proclaimed "fashion insultant", the list goes on...

    Craven has performed and recorded music with the likes of Stephane Grappelli, Jerry Garcia, David Grisman, Alison Brown, David Lindley, Howard Levy and many others. But perhaps more impressive is his 60 years of wisdom and insight he has accrued learning how to fully embody music and conquer the usual divide between instrument and self. Needless to say it was a pleasure and an honor talking to him and there is much to be gleamed from our conversation. Please Enjoy!

    Joe Craven Official Website

    08 - Brad Barr: Student of the World Jun 27, 2017
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    I believe Brad Barr is one of the more unique musical voices of our time. A musician who truly knows no bounds, his openness, curiosity and deep listening abilities have accompanied him around the world many times over in his 20+ years of touring and music making. Brad spent the better part of the 90's and 2000's tirelessly traversing the country with his brother Andrew Barr (drums) and good friend Marc Friedman (bass) with an exceptional trio known as The Slip based out of Providence, RI. As their song-based but highly improvisational music organically evolved over the years from a Scofield-esque jazzy-jam band, to a bonafide indie rock power trio (with plenty of other territory covered in between), they developed a strong and extremely enthusiastic fanbase that on any given night were just as excited about the band's improvisational risks as the rewards. The Slip eventually teamed up with the beloved folk-singer Nathan Moore and keyboard whiz Marco Benevento to highlight some of their more old fashioned Rock N' Roll leanings in the festival favorite super group Surprise Me Mr. Davis.

    For the better part of the last decade Brad and his brother Andrew, now based in Montreal, have been putting out some of their most focused and refined music yet in an outfit they created along with harpist Sarah Page called The Barr Brothers. With Brad's lyrics and songwriting more at the forefront than ever and three Secret City Records releases under their belt, The Barr Brothers are quickly and steadily building immense international acclaim.

    I have a unique relationship with Brad (as well as his brother Andrew) as he has been one of the most pivotal and influential musicians in my life since I was 14 years old. Besides musicians that I play with regularly, I believe I have seen Brad and Andrew play live more times than any other group of musicians in my life.

    In this episode Brad and I discuss how being a father has altered his life and music, ways in which his perception of "World Music" has evolved, his elusive songwriting (non) process, and ponder why I can't find a good bagel in Northern California, among other things. Enjoy!

    07 - Steve Poltz: Troubadour For Life Jun 19, 2017
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    Steve Poltz is a larger-than-life singer/songwriter, storyteller and entertainer who has been asserting his rugged independence and carrying out his unique personal vision for nearly 3 decades. He has seen accolades come and go in the music industry as a founding member of the San Diego 90's indie-rock-folk-punk band The Rugburns who developed a cult following, as well as achieving huge commercial success for his 1996 worldwide smash hit "You Were Meant For Me" which he co-wrote with Jewel. But Poltz has never been one to let current trends alter his quirky and sometimes crass, as well as heartfelt and honest song writing style as a solo artist, slow down his proliferation of songs, records, videos, blogging or touring, or dissuade him to relentlessly travel the world on his own terms, quietly and steadily accumulating a loyal base of raving fans and friends far and wide. And did I mention he's one of my favorites?
    In this in-depth and intimate conversation, Poltz shares many insights he has developed on the music industry over the years, thoughts on social media and connecting with an audience, reveals some anecdotes about times when he took his performance sense of humor perhaps a bit too far, and describes his experience of having a stroke on stage and how that indirectly led him to a new-found appreciation of the music of The Grateful Dead. Please Enjoy!

    Steve Poltz Official Website

    BONUS CLIP: For the Dead Head listeners there are a few extra minutes of bonus audio I omitted for this episode of us dorking out more on The Dead and the meaning of some of Robert Hunter's lyrics you can listen to by clicking here!

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