The Michael Duprey Variety Hour

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#125 DUDE, Crimmington Montpelier Apr 08, 2019

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The enigmatic Tony Muggs of the bands DUDE and The Muggs joins us on the show to discuss his new album Autobiograffiti, his passion for playing tours in Spain, and his journey with recovering from a massive stroke. Then, broadway actor extraordinaire Crimmington Montpelier returns to the show to recant some tales of his glory days.

Credits: Tony DeNardo, Nick Crestwood

Attributions: “Own the Day” by DUDE “In The Next Pocket” by DUDE “Not Exactly Where I Should Be” by DUDE “Teenage Life, Teenage Dread” by DUDE “Angels Looking Over Me” by DUDE

Find DUDE on the Web: Bandcamp: https://iamdude.bandcamp.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dude.detroit/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tony_muggs/

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#124 Barry Bourgeois, Harry Potter Winchester Apr 01, 2019

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Something feels different in this special episode where we welcome old friend of the show, country music star Barry Bourgeois. Then, new friend of the show, Harry Potter Winchester pops in to discuss the death of his father and taking over the family business.

Credits: Lauren Duprey, Ray Duprey, Michael Duprey

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#123 Vena Morris, Janine Backgammon Mar 25, 2019

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Pop-punk band Vena Morris joins us on the show to discuss their upcoming album and to share some fantastic and thought-provoking idioms. Then, professional wedding planner Janine Backgammon gives Michael some helpful tips on how to plan his wedding... whether he wants to hear them or not.

** Please note: At the end, the final song is introduced as being "Glow" by we actually end up playing "Useless Heart". <3

Credits: Joe Ragnone, Gavin Langley, Patty Rooney

Attributions: “Golden” by Vena Morris “New Year, New Nothing” by Vena Morris “Useless Heart” by Vena Morris

Find Vena Morris on the Web: Bandcamp: https://venamorris.bandcamp.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VenaMorrisBand/

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#122 Allye Gaietto, Jeff Wildacre Mar 18, 2019

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Jazz-influenced singer-songwriter joins us on the show this week to discuss joins us on the show to discuss her songwriting process as well as her EP Some Kind of Heaven. Then, young entrepreneur Jeff Wildacre joins us on the show to discuss an exciting opportunity… but he’s not actually that excited about it.

Credits: Allye Gaietto, Mike McGettigan

Attributions: “Soon” by Allye Gaietto “Normal Stuff” by Allye Gaietto “False Hope” by Allye Gaietto

Find Allye Gaietto on the Web: Bandcamp: https://allyeg.bandcamp.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allyeg/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/therealallyeg

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#121 Anthony Douglas, Sam Meier, Glenn Houston Mar 11, 2019

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Hosts of the new Planet Ant Podcasts show “The Gayborhood” and stars of YouTube series “The Gay Agenda”, Sam and Anthony return to the show to discuss their latest endeavors. Then, controversial political commentator and experimental drug enthusiast Glenn Houston causes tempers to flare in the studio.

Credits: Anthony Douglas, Sam Meier, Ray Duprey

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#120 Cal Legaris, D-Money Fo Sho, Stanley Yuck-Yucks Mar 04, 2019

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Garbage lawyer Cal Legaris joins us on the show again to discuss his new endeavors. Then, rapper turned paranormal investigator D-Money Fo Sho pops in. Finally, 80's stand-up comedian Stanley Yuck-Yucks reveals some dark secrets.

Credits: Lauren Duprey, Matthew Morley, Nick Latimer

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#119 Black Shampoo, Tony Valentino Feb 25, 2019

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Ethereal band Black Shampoo joins us on this last episode of February to reflect on the month of love and their self-titled album from last year. Then, Cupid’s first cousin Tony Valentino discusses his severe hate for the “love” emotion and how he uses his bubble gun to put an end to it entirely.

Credits: Alex Wildner, Jeff Jablonski, Jake Schwandt, Anthony Coats

Attributions: “Lovejoy” by Black Shampoo

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#118 White Bee, White Girl Sally Feb 18, 2019

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Eclectic neo-soul singer-songwriter Shannon Barnes of White Bee joins us on the show to discuss the music video of her song “Beat State”, as well as to showcase some exclusive acoustic versions of some unreleased tracks. Then, Kohl’s Manager turned Freelance Crime Fighter White Girl Sally joins us and discusses the dangers of her new job.

Credits: Shannon Barnes, Michelle Studer

Attributions: “Antihistamine” by White Bee “Aquarius” by White Bee “Beat State” by White Bee

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#117 Shon Jay, Double J Jingleheimer Schmidt Feb 11, 2019

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It is the week of love, and what better way to celebrate with the sultry, dulcet tones of Shon Jay?! The remarkable Pop/R&B musician joins us on the show to discuss working on music with his father and his upcoming album. Then, Double J Jingleheimer Schmidt joins us on the show to discuss his upcoming country music talent search show.

Credits: Shon Jay, Ray Duprey

Attributions: “Dreamin’” by Shon Jay “Amazing” by Shon Jay “Gone Away (Feel)” by Shon Jay

Find Shon Jay on the Web: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shonjayevol/ CD Baby: https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/shonjay

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#116 Mark Whalen, Mike Rophone Feb 04, 2019

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Chill singer-songwriter Mark Whalen joins us on the show to discuss his new album “Morning Glory” and to tell us what the heck the Buttermilk Boys are. Then, Mall security guard Mike Rophone clips our microphones and tells us of the deep dark secrets of the corrupt underworld of the Metro Detroit shopping scene.

Credits: Mark Whalen, Andy Reid

Attributions: “Why Can’t I Grow a Mustache” by Mark Whalen “Someone To Be” by Mark Whalen “Dance Like It’s Saturday Night” by Mark Whalen

Find Mark Whalen on the Web: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markwhalendetroit/ Bandcamp: https://markwhalen.bandcamp.com/

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