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For a place as remote as Ashe County, NC, you could be forgiven for overlooking it as a wellspring for musical talent. But music seems to flow naturally out of the Appalachian mountains in and around towns like Sparta, NC, where artists like Brian Swenk grew up. Our recent episode on banjo player Tray Wellington gives another example of how the region punches above its weight with its long track record of producing great roots music artists: Frank Blevins and his Tarheel Rattlers, the Carolina Night Hawks, Clarence “Tom” Ashley, and Ola Belle Reed all hail from Ashe County as well. Even though many artists mentioned above moved away, they never forgot their homeplace. Recently I witnessed both Tray Wellington and Brian Swenk returning to the mountains to make music and give back to the cultural traditions that gave them their start, when both were a key part of the inaugural Boonerang Music & Arts Festival in nearby Boone, NC in June 2022. There, Brian came back to the town where he attended Appalachian State University as a key part of the team that produced the festival, which went swimmingly. Town Mountain and Acoustic Syndicate, both featured on previous episodes of this series, were headliners, and along with many other artists and bands with connections to the region, they helped make the weekend a winner with fans and critics alike. Brian's work was all behind the scenes there, but he is no stranger to the stage, with years of experience playing banjo in the band Big Daddy Love. Brian Swenk Here, Brian talks about the music business, his rock and roll roots and how they find their way into Big Daddy Love's music, we pick up on a conversation started in our episode on Tray Wellington with the influence of rap and hip hop in roots music, and more, including Brian's story about how a painting of his band playing live sold for six figures. Plus, we sample several songs by Big Daddy Love, which describes itself as an “Appalachian Rock” band. Songs heard in this episode:“Smoke Under The Water” by Big Daddy Love, from This Time Around“Down From the Mountain” by Big Daddy Love, from Let It Grow, excerpt“Air Bellows Gap” by Big Daddy Love, from Let It GrowThank you for listening to this episode, and we would be even more grateful were you to share this with someone. It is super easy to follow us on your podcast platform of choice, and then it will only take a minute to give it a good rating, and on platforms with the option, a review. Great ratings and reviews will make Southern Songs and Stories and the artists it profiles more likely to be found by more people just like you.Southern Songs and Stories is a part of the podcast lineup of Osiris Media, with all of the Osiris shows available here. You can also hear new episodes of this podcast on Bluegrass Planet Radio here. Thanks to Corrie Askew for producing the radio adaptations of this series on public radio WNCW, and to Joshua Meng, who wrote and performed our theme songs. This is Southern Songs and Stories: the music of the South and the artists who make it. - Joe Kendrick

Host Andrew Moose welcomes Brian Swenk from BIG DADDY LOVE to this episode of I'm With the Band. Moose & Brian talk about the upcoming BDL show (Saturday, Oct. 23 2021) at the new venue music venue in Hickory, NC the hum, Floydfest, and BIG DADDY SOMETHING.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode of The Behind the Curtain Podcast is Brian Swenk.  Brian is the banjoist for the band, Big Daddy Love.  The quintet, based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, has played well over a thousand shows over most of the country.  Collaboratively, the band produces a unique sound that they have long referred to as “Appalachian Rock.”  Brian is also an agent with Midwood Entertainment, and we take some time to discuss some of the talented musicians and bands on their roster, many of whom will be performing at BPAC this coming season. Brian is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to Bluegrass, Folk, Southern Rock and Americana music.  I love talking to Brian, every time I do I learn something new about the music industry I hope he does the same for you today! Ladies and gentlemen, Brian Swenk. http://bigdaddylove.com/music/https://www.midwoodentertainment.com/talent-division

Josh Daniel is the hardest working man in show business. Josh is a solo artist as well as the frontman for Big Daddy Love, Josh Daniel's Grateful Band and others. Josh joins Host Andrew Moose in this episode of I'm With the Band to talk about his daily live streams, The Last Waltz Shows*, and what the "Jamily" has been able to do for the community and hospitals around the country.*Producers Note: Because of new COVID-19 restrictions, this show has been changed to a live stream only event Nov. 27, 2020 at 2pm*

If you enjoyed this episode show Andrew and the band your appreciation at www.paypal.me/familydynamo  or buy their merch at www.andrewscotchiemusic.com/shop   Direct download or stream - http://bit.ly/scotchieencoremp3   Spotify -  http://bit.ly/scotchieencorespot Stitcher - http://bit.ly/scotchieencorestitch     www.andrewscotchiemusic.com https://www.facebook.com/TheRiverRatsAVL https://www.instagram.com/andrewscotchieandtherr      Subscribe to the podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wnc-original-music/id1378776313 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/wnc-original-music-31067964/ This link has all the other places to subscribe https://gopod.me/wncom   Follow on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/wncoriginalmusic https://www.wncoriginalmusic.com https://www.instagram.com/wnc_original_music/  All music used by permission The story of Andrew Scotchie & the River Rats began in 2011 when Andrew began the project busking on the streets of his hometown of Asheville, NC.  Since then the band has transformed from an acoustic street duo into the current setup of a full electric power trio. The current lineup of Andrew Scotchie (Vocals/Guitar), Eliza Hill (Drums) and Keith Harry (Vocals/Bass) came to be in early 2016 and since then have been revered far wide for their engaging, interactive High-Energy, Funk-ti-fied Rock n’ Roll show.  Couple the abilities and in the moment spirit of a jam-band with a punk rock fierceness and energy, and you’ll get a show that will have familiar songs but with a twist that offers a listener something only in that moment.   2018 in particular brought the band many new opportunities traveling to previously untapped regions to connect to new fans, especially after the release of our latest and most eclectic album, Family Dynamo.  Last year the band toured up and down the East Coast from Florida to New York, electrifying and magnetizing fans and new folks alike with the live show and new record.  Some notable venues along that trip include The Grey Eagle, 1904 Music Hall, Visulite Theatre, Brookfield Place, The Pour House, Barter Theatre, Floyd Fest, and the Purple Fiddle.  2019 has already taken the band to new heights and places. The band wrapped up a month long “Winter Out West Tour” in February with a sold out show in Steamboat Springs (Old Town Pub), and many other highly successful and impactful shows in Missouri, Kansas, Colorado, Utah and Idaho.  Building on the success of that winter tour the band took to the van again for the follow up Summer Out West Tour.  The summer tour took them to many of the same places as the winter tour, but with new stops in Helena, MT and Jonesboro, AK. Consistent studio recordings, year round touring, earnest songwriting & sharing show bills with such greats as Sonny Landreth, Blind Boys of Alabama, Drivin N Cryin, Ghost Light, Eric Gales, Big Daddy Love and Bettye Lavette has made Andrew Scotchie & the River Rats one of the industry’s fastest growing Rock n Roll bands, and WNC’s best Rock band 5 years running.  Rolling Stone’s Garret Woodward gave mention to the band in his coverage of Warren Haynes’ Christmas Jam stating that the band is “starting to make a name for themselves on the national scene”. ​ Current Lineup Andrew Scotchie: Guitars/Lead Vocals Keith Harry: Bass/Backup Vocals Eliza Hill: Drums  

Bluegrass? Funk? Rock? The influences are many in this band from Winston-Salem, by way of NYC. Banjoman Brian Swenk and bassist Ashley Sutton hang out in the Pop-Up Studio to reflect on where they have been...and where they are going, as they wrap up the inaugural River Road Farm Concert Series in Franklin, VA.

After just four years on the scene, it's managed to become one of the most anticipated annual events in downtown Spartanburg with last year's move to Morgan Square further raising the bar, folks throughout Spartanburg are gearing up for the return of Hub City Hog Fest, April 7 & 8.. With 45 teams competing in three categories, opportunities to sample some of the smokey goodness will abound, and the event will feature plenty of delicious food vendors. The festival also features great live music on both Friday and Saturday, with Acoustic Syndicate and Big Daddy Love headlining respectively. For more on this year's Hub City Hog Fest, listen to our podcast below and check out the  and .

In this episode, I catch up with Kyle Travers, one of the twin brothers that leads the Asheville based band Travers Brothership.   This is a band you're almost guaranteed to love from the moment you hear the first song. A funky, soulful, southern inspired groove that uses horn lines and 4-part harmonies with ease and playfulness.  We talk about how their dad inspired them to dive headfirst into music and how removing the ego is the best way to create great moments in the studio.   We listen to 5 songs from their new album "A Way To Survive"   1. Hold My Name -- 14:38 2. Time Will Slip Away -- 37:37 3. Be Here Now -- 57:03 4. The Road Interlude -- 1:22:34 5. Clothes On My Back -- 1:24:25 _________________________________________________________ This is our last week of partnering with Front Porch Fest for 2016. The festival is Sept 2-4 and my band, Big Daddy Love, will be playing Saturday evening from 7:00-8:30pm.   We want to thank them for everything and look forward to seeing everyone there this weekend!   Check out Lonesome Banjo Chronicles for past episodes and music reviews.  

In this episode we talk with Senator Jeff Jackson of NC Senate District 37. Jeff talks about the realities of being a Democratic Senator in a state government that's beholden to far right interests, and how he's fighting for an independent commission to redraw district lines to better reflect the bipartisan realities of the state.    Jeff talks about how a master's degree in philosophy and his experience as a state prosecutor make him a better senator. He also breaks down the North Carolina gubernatorial election and gives tips on finding the humanity in local politics.  _______________________________________________________________ We want to thank our two sponsors this week: The Photobooth: by Andy Cox Photography This is a full-service mobile portrait studio. Unlike those other "touch-screen" boxes they offer a professional studio photography experience with a professionally trained photographer. Prints are produced within minutes of a portrait session so that guests can leave after a session with a souvenir. Front Porch Fest:  Sept 2-4 near Stuart, VA. Headliners include Zach Deputy, The Hip Abduction, Laura Reed, Trongone Band and Big Daddy Love.   --Brian Paul Swenk

In this episode we talk to Lee Crumpton, the owner of Home Grown Music Network. Lee has been one of the most influential people in the southeastern music scene for the last 20 years. He talks about chasing down his passion for music by becoming a DJ at an early age--both the party and radio kind--and how that led him to forming a record label and working with some of the best bands in the nation.  We also talk about what it takes for bands to expand their reach beyond just a couple of states, as well as what he sees for the future of his company.    We listen to three songs: "Damn!" by The Motet "The Shadow" by The College Conservatory of Music featuring Fareed Haque and the music of Garage Mahal "Roll River" by the first band Lee ever worked with, Purple School Bus ________________________________________________________ We want to thank our two sponsors this week: The Photobooth: by Andy Cox Photography This is a full-service mobile portrait studio. Unlike those other "touch-screen" boxes they offer a professional studio photography experience with a professionally trained photographer. Prints are produced within minutes of a portrait session so that guests can leave after a session with a souvenir. Front Porch Fest:  Sept 2-4 near Stuart, VA. Headliners include Zach Deputy, The Hip Abduction, Laura Reed, Trongone Band and Big Daddy Love.   --Brian Paul Swenk

In this episode I talk with Chris Prutting, the owner of the Front Porch Festival about his experience of putting on a music festival for 8 years. We talk about how the festival got started, why he's been successful, and what kind of management style he uses to create a sense of family and community. Chris offers advice for people wanting to start their own festival and talks about why some of the big festivals have been failing lately.   Chris chose 3 songs by artists playing The Front Porch Fest this year: "Home" by Zach Deputy 25:50 "Children of the Sun" by The Hip Abduction 8:34 "Nashville Flood" by Big Daddy Love 54:29 Visit www.frontporchfest.com for more info.  

In just three years it's managed to become one of the most anticipated annual events in downtown Spartanburg and for year four, a move to Morgan Square promises to up the ante even more as Hub City Hog Fest gears up to bathe downtown in the mouth-watering smell of delicious barbecue, April 15 and 16. With 48 teams competing in three categories, opportunities to sample some of the smokey goodness will abound, and the event will feature plenty of delicious food vendors. The festival also features great live music on both Friday and Saturday, with Big Daddy Love and Chatham County Line headlining respectively. For more on this year's Hub City Hog Fest, check out the f and .