Podcast appearances and mentions of Bryan Simpson

 Part one of the episode is our talk with the uber-talented Bryan Simpson. We talk with Bryan about his first project under his own name, his most recent release “The Oldest,” and howAmericana music is like a Hot Pocket.   Part two of the episode is our talk with the amazing Catherine Britt and Lachlan Bryan who make up The Pleasures. We talk about their unique sound, their origin story, and the interesting story of how they got their name.   Check them out here:  Bryan Simpson--  Website: Bryansimpsonmusic.com  FB: Bryan Simpson  IG: Bryansimpsonmusic  TikTok: Bryansimpsonmusic  YouTube: Bryan Simpson Music     The Pleasures—  Website: thepleasuresmusic.com  FB: The Pleasures  IG: Thepleasuresmusic  Bandcamp: The Pleasures  

Hammama trauma! Harry Styles! Helicopters! How to shower! And the life-changing art of Japanese Misogi! Episode 16 is all about getting as comfy as possible…but also, it's about stepping out of our comfort zones! One of the scariest and most fun things about stepping out of your comfort zone is that you never really know what's going to happen: you might discover a new hobby, you might score a new job, you might even meet your spouse! Ultimately, that's what it means to step from the known into the unknown - you're trying something new, taking a chance, and that always involves a bit of risk - you just never know what is going to happen and that's okay! Oftentimes, stepping out of your safe little bubble is terrifying, it's true. But it can also be thrilling and super valuable in your own journey of discovery and growth! CREDITS Friday Candy was created and hosted by Ashlyn and Austin Sailsbury. That's Us! This episode features music by J⁠ohn Roseboro⁠, ⁠Museo⁠, Franc Castillejos, and ⁠Bryan Simpson⁠. Our theme music is by ⁠Robyn Quin⁠. As always, a special thanks to Chad Snavely of Sound On Studios for his help with the audio production. PATREON If you'd like a little more Friday Candy in your life, you can now join the ⁠Friday Candy Patreon Community⁠! This is a place where we share fun bonus content and behind the scenes shenanigans from the show. It's ⁠free to join⁠ or you can become a paid subscriber to get exclusive access to videos of the podcast, extended cuts of the show, and other fun goodies. Visit ⁠patreon.com/fridaycandy⁠ today to learn more and to join the community. Again, thanks so much for listening.

Sewer snakes! Sinkholes! Social Anxiety! Episode 14 of Friday Candy the Podcast is all about fear! No question about it, there is a lot of scary stuff out there in the world! And on today's show, we are wandering into the deep dark forest of the sub-conscious to try and discover the sources of our fears, the strange and ridiculous ways in which they manifest in everyday life, and how we might confront and conquer the monsters that scare us!  Fear is really a fascinating thing. It can truly come in so many forms - both rational and irrational. It starts in our minds, but it can also overtake our bodies. Fear can stop us from taking risks but it can also help to spike the adrenaline that we need to run away from a mountain lion. At times, fear can save your life…but it can also stop you from living your life. Episode Credits Friday Candy was created and hosted by Ashlyn and Austin Sailsbury. That's Us! This episode features music by Dark Canyon and Bryan Simpson. Our theme music is by Robyn Quin. As always, a special thanks to Chad Snavely of Sound On Studios for his help with the audio production. Want Even More Friday Candy? If you'd like a little more Friday Candy in your life, you can now join the Friday Candy Patreon Community! This is a place where we share fun bonus content and behind the scenes shenanigans from the show. It's free to join or you can become a paid subscriber to get exclusive access to videos of the podcast, extended cuts of the show, and other fun goodies. This week, paid subscribers can watch or listen to an extended cut of this episode AND enjoy a special bonus segment called, ‘She Says, He Says' where Austin and I discuss an extensive list of those things that personally give us the heebie-jeebies. Visit patreon.com/fridaycandy today to learn more and to join the community. Again, thanks so much for listening.

Drs. Beverly Davidson and Bryan Simpson join Molecular Therapy EiC Dr. Roland Herzog to discuss their recent paper, Targeted long-read sequencing captures CRISPR editing and AAV integration outcomes in the brain, which was published in Molecular Therapy. ASGCT is proud to present this episode of the Molecular Therapy Podcast in partnership with our upcoming Advancing Gene and Cell Therapy for Cancer conference, which will be held on October 16 and 17 in Philadelphia and online. This landmark hybrid event brings together innovative treatment approaches and an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the latest gene and cell therapy research for cancer. Learn more and register today at ASGCT.org/Advancing. In This Episode: Dr. Roland HerzogEditor-in-Chief of Molecular Therapy and Professor of Pediatrics, Riley Children's Foundation Professor of Immunology, and Director of the Gene and Cell Therapy Program at Indiana University Dr. Beverly DavidsonChief Scientific Strategy Officer and Director of the Raymond G. Perelman Center for Cellular and Molecular Therapeutics at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Dr. Bryan SimpsonPreclinical Team Lead at Latus Bio 'Electric Dreams' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0.www.scottbuckley.com.auShow your support for ASGCT!: https://asgct.org/membership/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I talk to Bryan about what it felt like to have George Strait record one of the songs he wrote. We get into how he writes songs and more. He reminds me that I GET to live this life and GET to work, eat, breathe and enjoy life. Follow these links for Bryan Simpson:https://bryansimpsonmusic.comhttps://www.facebook.com/bryansimpsonmusichttps://www.instagram.com/bryansimpsonmusic/https://www.youtube.com/@bryansimpsonmusic.......................................................................Musical Intro: Cam PierceMusical Outtro: Rascal MartinezFollow these links to support the Welcome to the Woodshed Podcast sponsors:https://www.moxleymedia.comHome - a look: design • labels - layout - logos graphic design (alookdesign.com)https://www.mellelo.com

Hung out with the awesome Bryan Simpson this week. We talked all about his crazy journey in the music industry. From his big hits that he wrote for artists like Tim McGraw, Billy Currington, and Hailey Whitters, to his own original music, and even stuff that he's produced! Bryan is a man that wears many hats, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Bryan's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/bryansimpsonmusic/ Our Insta: https://www.instagram.com/rcm_podcast/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-corbliss/support

Life's big questions! The wheel of destiny! Apricots! Peaches! Figs! A self-care nightmare! Baby #3! This is our 'sexiest' episode yet! . Episode 10 of Friday Candy The Podcast is all about making decisions: good decisions, bad decisions, even ‘non-decision decisions.' Every day of our lives is full of decisions - from the minor to the major. This constant decision making can be exhilarating, sure, but it can also be exhausting. So, rather than giving into decision fatigue, we thought, let's have some fun with all this deciding! In the end, Austin and I found that this was a very fun and fascinating topic to discuss…but, of course, you will have to decide for yourself if you agree. . And that's the end of season one of Friday Candy the Podcast! Thank you so much for listening, it has been such a joy to create these first ten episodes for you. We hope that in some way, our conversations and stories have entertained and inspired you. We hope to return with a season two later this year. So, make sure you are following us on Instagram for the latest news and updates. Until then, you can support Friday Candy The Podcast by liking, commenting, reviewing, and by sharing the show with your friends and family. . Friday Candy was created and hosted by Ashlyn and Austin Sailsbury - that's us! This episode features music by Bryan Simpson, Franc Castillejos, Kyle Cox, and Museo. Our theme music is by Robyn Quin. As always, a special thanks to Chad Snavely of Sound On Studios for his help with the audio production. . We also want to thank those artists who have contributed music throughout season one of Friday Candy the Podcast: Andrew Marlin, John Roseboro, Cory Quintard, Volunteer, Joseph Bradshaw, and New Decades.

Quicksand! Pickles! Licorice! Dolly Parton! And lots of DUNKS! Episode 08 of Friday Candy the Podcast is all about change - specifically, how our ideas and perspectives change over time; as we grow up and gain new knowledge and experiences. Sometimes, this change is as easy as giving a second chance to a food that used to ick you out. Other times, in order to change, we need to acknowledge that we were wrong before we can move on. This might mean apologizing to someone or asking for forgiveness. Or it might just mean being truly honest with ourselves. I used to think or feel one way, but now I have new information and my thinking has changed. And that's okay. Friday Candy was created and hosted by Ashlyn and Austin Sailsbury. That's Us! This episode features music by Joseph Bradshaw, Bryan Simpson, Franc Castillejos, Kyle Cox, and Museo. Our theme music is by Robyn Quin. As always, a special thanks to Chad Snavely of Sound On Studios for his help with the audio production.

Dolphin-trainer Ashlyn! Paris' worst tour guide! Guess that job! Indiana Jones! Scrooge McDuck money! Ancient Greek wisdom! Honky tonkin'! Pretty good life advice from Uncle Austin! And, of course, an all new jer reperts! Today's show is all about growing up and going to work. Whether that's teaching, raising kids, building decks, or decoding ancient messages like Indiana Jones - there are about a million jobs out there and, honestly, most of them are pretty fascinating. So whatever kind of work you do, or wherever you are in your personal career journey, we hope that today's show inspires you to keep on keeping on! Friday Candy was created and hosted by Ashlyn and Austin Sailsbury. This episode features special music from Bryan Simpson, Franc Castillejos, Kyle Cox, and Museo. Our theme music is by Robyn Quin. As always, a special thanks to Chad Snavely of Sound On Studios for his help with the audio production.

Countyfairgrounds and CoolKay interviews Bryan Simpson .... country singer, about what he does and why and how he got started. He has a new album coming out called The Oldest..... he has a rather sleepy mellow voice ... easy listening. His wife is a dog rescuer.... they help a lot of dogs. Check his website for booking information.

Marina Shifrin, writer of Pickled Herring, and Bryan Simpson and Taylor Simpson, creators of Creating Things. This conversation was recorded as part of a special live podcast and film screening event we held last month at the Library. The filmmakers—who grew up here in Deerfield—all traveled home to share their films and an illuminating panel discussion with an audience of community members, friends, and family. You'll hear how Marina, Bryan, and Taylor all reconnected on the film festival circuit, as well as entertaining and deeply felt reflections on the surprising thematic connections between the films, which both center on fathers and the power of translating life into art.   The documentary Creating Things (2022) was created by brothers Bryan Simpson and Taylor Simpson and uses clips from an interview with their late father, Roger Simpson, in which he shares his personal philosophy of creativity as an artist, creative director, and person. Set to Taylor's beautiful score, and featuring pieces of art and family mementos, it is a moving exploration of art-making and legacy.  Creating Things won Best Documentary at the 2023 Pittsburgh Shorts film festival. We are honored to announce that Bryan and Taylor have made Creating Things available to stream for free on their website as of our podcast release, in celebration of their father's birthday.  Pickled Herring (2023), written by our guest Marina Shifrin, and directed by and starring Milana Vayntrub, tells the autobiographical story of a woman who has a major accident requiring assistance for her basic needs. Enter her Russian immigrant father, who has ideas of his own on how to help, from finding the best Russian foods or fixing her garage to cultural clashes over family, lifestyle, and art.  Pickled Herring won Best Narrative Short at the Santa Clara International Film Festival. You can watch the trailer of Pickled Herring on Marina's website. Marina has written about her father before, including in her book of essays 30 Before 30: How I Made a Mess of My 20s and You Can Too. Listen to our 2019 podcast conversation with Marina on 30 Before 30, or check it out here at the Library.  Blog post: https://www.deerfieldlibrary.org/deerfield-filmmakers/ We hope you enjoy our 63rd interview episode! Each month (or so), we release an episode featuring a conversation with an author, artist, or other notable guests from Chicagoland or around the world. Learn more about the podcast on our podcast page. You can listen to all of our episodes in the player below or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere else you listen to podcasts. We welcome your comments and feedback—please send to podcast@deerfieldlibrary.org.

I just got back early last night from Austin Texas and that may have been the greatest trip of my life! From seeing Shane Gillis, Bryan Simpson, Matt McCusker (and countless others) at the @comedymothership before going back in for another show as @Brianholtzman 's guest! (could not have been nicer) Got within inches of Joe Rogan sat with some huge comics and even had Shane Gillis watching the show right beside me! Then I got to go into the green room at redbans club, take another swing at killtony, watched the roast battle at the creek and the cave and so much more! I also went to my first music festival and had honestly the best time of my life! Got to see Of The Trees and Zeds Dead for the second time as well as Ganja White Knight and a ton of new Dj's I'll be a fan of for life! The crew we were with could not have been better and we met so many new friends I can't wait to reunite with! I can't believe I poo poo'ed raving for so long when I was so clearly meant for it but I will rectify that by dancing my heart out every chance I get for the rest of my life!I'm sick as a dog and my head feels like mashed potatoes but it was all worth it and I can't wait to do it again! As always come check out @trishs.asylum this Thursday! The lineup is off the chain and we have some special surprises in store for gen pop so you don't want to miss it! 

Hold on to your hats, folks! This episode offers an exclusive peek into the life and creative journey of Texas-born songwriting wizard, Brian Simpson. From his earliest musical memories to his humanitarian endeavors in Sierra Leone, Brian's story is as intricately composed as his songs. We also have an intriguing Q&A session, where Brian shares his favorite pizza joint, earliest music purchase, and more.We take you from the deep roots of Brian's musical beginnings in Fort Worth, Texas, straight to the songwriting haven of Nashville. Experience the power of the Fort Worth songwriting scene, and the creative magic of Nashville through Brian's eyes. We reveal the stories behind Brian's unreleased gems and his unique collaborative process with fellow songwriters. There's also a fascinating insight into how faith influences his creative decisions and shapes his music.But that's not all! Brian opens up about his incredible humanitarian work in Sierra Leone, where he helped build a school that transformed the lives of countless children. We then delve into his transition from creating to selling music, and the humorous anecdotes from his past job adventures. Lastly, we explore his bucket list ambition of playing at the Grand Ole Opry and get a glimpse into his upcoming projects. This episode is a heartfelt symphony of inspiration, laughter, and powerful insights. Don't miss it! Catch up on Bryan Simpson's journey and Connect His Melodies & Memories with Melodies n' Memories: Music Media Help Support & Grow the PodcastOur Patreon is what keeps the show going, we have tiers starting as low as $1, & Save When you sign up for a full year!Find Your Tier Today!https://www.patreon.com/melodiesnmemoriesShow Links:WEBSITEINSTAGRAMYOUTUBESPOTIFYSponsor Links:Arlo RevolutionPODDECKSOne Tree PlantedGuest Links:  INSTAGRAM Support the show

Brian and John welcome Bryan Simpson in studio, they catch up with Michael Pendley from Realtree Outdoors Timber 2 Table. Josh Honeycutt swings by and John Newton from Renegade Marine puts us all in a boat!

In this week's episode, the crew had a special guest. We had the notable comedian, Ola Dada who appeared on the first Season of Canada's Got Talent as a semifinalist (2022). Featured in notable magazines such Maclean. He released his debut comedy album with 604 Records called DADA PLAN. Ola has performed with international comedians such as Godfrey, White Yardie, Okey Bakassi, Andrew Santino, Rosebud Baker, Bryan Simpson, Donnell Rowling, and Bovi. He placed runner-up on Canada's largest comedy competition SiriusXM top comic (2019). He has performed at Just for Laughs Vancouver, Montreal, and Toronto festivals. Ola dada was featured on CBC Gem The New Wave of Stand Up, which was broadcasted across the country. They talk about his journey to stardom as a comedian. From his first set which started as a dare from his friends to his creative process and his growth and courage leave a 9 to 5 to pursue his dream. They also discuss what is like to be black in the industry and the logistics of running a comedy show. They finished off the show with their usual light banter with Ola highlighting some of his favourite moments about Provy on the podcast and an insightful conversation about Tik Tok.

This week ATBpod.com welcomes Hawaii promoter Bryan Simpson of Furious Styles Promotions.  On this episode Bryan talks to Thaddeus about how he moved to Hawaii, adapting to local food, and how his company name was derived.  Bryan also talks about how working at Oceans got him into the night industry, working at the Living Room and becoming a promoter.   Lastly the two reminisces about a bunch of weekly club  events they have done in the past, taking his daughter to a concert in Seattle, and hopefully working together in the future.  

We had a great conversation with Maddie Poppe Season 16 American Idol Winner on The Chris & Sandy Show. We talked about may things from music, sacrifices, she told some really great stories especially on the side of music no one really talks about plus a whole lot more! Just like the 1st time we had her on the show, she was straight up authentic and raw which we love that about her!Unless you've experienced it firsthand, there's no way to understand just how dramatically instant fame can mess with your head. Maddie Poppe went through all kinds of emotions — from elation to self-doubt — after winning American Idol in 2018, releasing her debut album Whirlwind the following year, and then ultimately watching in amazement as many of the people in her creative orbit dropped away. Despite the momentum from a pair of hit singles, “Made You Miss” and “Not Losing You,” Maddie found herself alone, and her future as an artist uncertain.“There were so many times I felt I had the rug pulled out from under me. Like the minute any momentum had built up, it came crumbling back down. From losing team members to seeing crucial opportunities fall through, I found myself feeling so helpless and thinking, ‘How am I going to do this on my own?' It felt like I was standing at the bottom of a mountain I was too afraid to climb,” Maddie says. “It took some time, but I finally realized I didn't have a choice, my fate was in my own hands. I had to face my fears, rise above.The Iowa native, who captured the attention of fans with her folksy singer-songwriter style, did exactly that by giving herself the grace to evolve. While Maddie, now 24, can still very much bowl over a crowd with only her honeyed voice and acoustic guitar, she's upped her game by tapping into a modern sound that blends R&B, pop, and Americana, and by committing herself to writing her own songs.On her irresistible new single “One That Got Away,” Maddie writes about the dissolution of a friend's longtime relationship, predicting that the guy who foolishly dumped her will realize he threw away something great. But the song — a soulful jam with shades of Bruno Mars and Maroon 5 — can also be seen as a commentary on Maddie's own experience in the music industry. Working with L.A. producer Scott Robinson and Nashville's David Spencer, along with hit songwriters like Molly Reed Grayson, Bryan Simpson, and Thomas Finchum, Maddie has been constantly coming up with new ideas, both lyrically and musically. The deceptively upbeat “Good Soldier” is about the expectations and rules you're supposed to adhere to in life and why it sometimes pays to not fall in line. “Good Enough to Let You Go,” meanwhile, begs an addiction — be it a lover or a vice — to break your heart and set you free. Unlike the tracks selected for her on her debut LP, each new song is rich in Maddie's own voice."I'm very proud of Whirlwind, but I feel like this new project speaks truer to me and my story,” she says. “When you're just starting out like I was then, it can feel like 100 different people are trying to tell your story. Now, I'm finally telling it in my own voice.”Maddie has a lot to tell. Hand-in-hand with her American Idol victory, she won a People's Choice Award for her turn on the show, had Whirlwind hit Number 2 on the iTunes Pop Charts, and went on to become a hot guest on The Kelly Clarkson Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Live With Kelly & Ryan and Good Morning America. All of this in addition to touring the country opening for Ingrid Michaelson and headlining her own tours, including a Christmas run that has become a seasonal “must” for Maddie's fans.With a newfound momentum and passion for music, Maddie is ready to play her new material onstage. She's plotting a tour to introduce fans to the sound she's created, one shaped by the diverse artists she's been listening to: Lily Allen, Sheryl Crow, and Corinne Bailey Rae are all in rotation."I'm thrilled to be releasing new music, but I'm even more excited to play these songs live,” Maddie says. “Almost everything I'm writing is upbeat and will be so much fun to perform with the energy of a live audience."“It's so important to be true to yourself and in doing so, the right audience will find you,” she adds. “For a long time, I simply thought of myself as the singer-songwriter, hometown girl from Iowa. But along the way I learned to spread my wings and branch out. I truly feel I've become the artist I was meant to be.”#AmericanIdol #Winner #MaddiePoppe

We are joined by Canada's brand ambassador for Ardbeg and Glenmorangie, Bryan Simpson. We share a dram of Ardbeg Corryvreckan, swap stories, chat about the relationship between transparency and value, and a whole slew of other great things! We also deliver this episode with the most CRINGY opening yet... so... you're welcome

Welcome back! We kick off the new year by speaking with union activist and hospitality worker, Keetah Konstant, Unite Hospitality organiser, Bryan Simpson and Better than Zero coordinator, Tam Wilson around the #MacMerry dispute.Tune in for more information around the ongoing dispute, and to see how you can organise and fight back with your co-workers. Find out more by looking up @FairHospitality and @BetterThanZero on Twitter.Hosted by Euan McLaren and Karina Liptrot, and edited by Karina Liptrot.Don't forget to follow @ScottishTUC on all social media.

This week we are joined by Bryan SImpson. Bryan has been part of the whisky community for over a decade, in both his native Scotland and his new home of Canada. He is known for his passion about whisky from the history and science aspects but just as important to Bry is the community and friendships in the industry. He is a co-founder of The Hipflask Hiking Club, a keen photographer and has the dream job of national brand ambassador for Glenmorangie and Ardbeg. Links @ardbeg @glenmorangie @whiskybry @hipflaskhikingclub   Shake Steady Performing @SugarRun Friday November 19th, 2021 @shakesteadymusic shakesteady.com Get In Touch With The Industry Podcast @the_industry_podcast email us: info@theindustrypodcast.club Podcast Artwork by Zak Hannah  @zak.hannah

In this Creative Conversation with Bryan Simpson, we discuss how to follow-up creative success and maintain creativity as a mindset and lifestyle. Simpson has made records with Grammy winners including Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys and legendary bluegrass singer Ricky Saggs, toured with Mumford and Sons, and has written several chart toppers including Blake Shelton's “A Guy with a Girl” and “I'll Just Hold On, Joe Nichols' “Yeah”, and Tim McGraw's “Better Than I Used to Be”.

In this Creative Conversation with Bryan Simpson, we discuss how to follow-up creative success and maintain creativity as a mindset and lifestyle. Simpson has made records with Grammy winners including Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys and legendary bluegrass singer Ricky Saggs, toured with Mumford and Sons, and has written several chart toppers including Blake Shelton's “A Guy with a Girl” and “I'll Just Hold On, Joe Nichols' “Yeah”, and Tim McGraw's “Better Than I Used to Be”.

This week I’m talking with banjo picker extraordinare Matt Menefee who has worked with Ricky Skaggs, Mumford and Sons and Bruce Hornsby as well as other artists from all genres of music.  We discuss the importance of being around the people you want to work with and making your presence known. Plus, how the internet can be your best tool as an indie artist or musician.Show Notes:Sponsors: Edenbrooke Productions - We offer consulting services and are offering listeners a 1-hour introductory special. To request more info on consulting services, email Marty at contact@johnmartinkeith.com. In this episode we talk about:*Working with Ricky Skaggs, Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys, Meatloaf, Big and Rich,  Bruce Hornsby, Mumford and Sons, Steven Curtis Chapman and more.*Go to industry parties, etc. and meet people that are plugged in. That is how you get work.*You have to be in the scene to be seen.*The internet is your biggest and best tool. *Procure as much of as a presence as you can.  *If you’re going to live somewhere else you need to focus on content for the internet.*Attending jam sessions and writer’s rounds, etc is the best way to plugged in.*Learn to record music and get around in a DAW if you want to keep up with everyone else.*Be present in the moment.* Contact Matt at https://www.facebook.com/matt.menefee.79BIO:Matt is one of the freshest and most interesting voices on any instrument I’ve heard in a long time. What a blast listening to him and playing music together. - Warren Haynes, The Allman Brothers Band, Gov't Mule Matt,TheBanjoPlayer’s name might be simple but the music of the man that wears the moniker is anything but. Rare is the musician that possesses such a strange ability to blend and intersect the complicated nuances of the head with the passionate sways of the heart. And somehow incorporate them with subtlety and power. Transforming an age old instrument into something more like a five string version of Doc Brown’s time-traveling Delorean. Seamlessly dancing back and forth between traditional sounds and future-seeking modern motifs. Lauded by Grammy award-winning banjo player Winston Marshall of Mumford and Sons as his ‘‘biggest inspiration on the banjo'“, MATT’s other-worldly banjo playing has received praise from all corners of the musical universe. His unique approach to the 5-string has led him to record and perform with such luminaries as Béla Fleck, Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys, Ricky Skaggs, Jerry Douglas, and Mumford And Sons; just to name a few.  First introduced to the banjo through his grandpas love for bluegrass music, Matt connected quickly with the instrument. And at 17 his coming out party included winning the prestigious Winfield National Banjo Championship. From there he co-founded two  critically acclaimed bluegrass-acoustic super groups Cadillac Sky and Chess Boxer and circled the planet with his banjo in hand.  Around the same time that Matt was studying the works of Earl Scruggs and Béla Fleck, Matt was also falling in love with the music in video games. Before long Shuckin’ the Corn was cross breeding with Sonic the Hedgehog and in 2018 he decided to combine his most powerful musical influences - video game music and bluegrass - and recorded a record under the name The Hit Points of which Higher Plain Music called The Hit Points debut the ‘Biggest surprise of 2018 to date’ and Gamasutra recognized that The Hit Points gave listeners ‘the album they never knew they needed’.  As FiveSpeedbanjo.com put it, ‘Clark Kent climbs into a phone booth and transforms into The Man of Steel, Matt Menefee climbs into a banjo case and becomes MATT, TheBanjoPlayer.’  Whether it’s carving out sonic spaces within genres as diverse as hip hop, rock, EDM, Jazz, or classical music, or colluding with former C-Sky bandmate Bryan Simpson to create the Alt-bluegrass sounds of The Golden Age or continuing to integrate the compositions of video games with the sounds of bluegrass, MATT, TheBanjoPlayer is just beginning to come into his own. Whether it’s as MATT, TheBanjoPlayer or MATT, TheBanjoPlayer Plays Video Games he is changing the colors and sounds that have for so long ear-marked the banjo. Be on the lookout for MATT, TheBanjoPlayer.Matt is technically one of the best musicians I have ever worked with. Yes, he is very gifted, but also he works non-stop at his craft. - John Cowan, founding member of New Grass Revival

Today we get to sit down with one of our man crushes in this industry, Bryan Simpson (Glenmorangie / Ardbeg Ambassador). This gentleman is a darling of the community and loves to talk whisky with everyone. Listen in as we look behind the handsomeness at Bryan's Whisky Journey thus far, while sipping on some Ardbeg Wee Beastie and An Oa.

This week, in honour of the impending holidays, we talk about the history of eggnog. Next is the result of our weekly poll. When did our listeners last order online from a brewery or winery? It’s a mixed bag of results!And finally, we’re joined by Bryan Simpson, brand ambassador for Glen Morangie, talks to us about The Bartenders Benevolent Fund, Coming Together magazine, and so much more! You won’t want to miss this chat!

IT'S THE SEASON FINALE! Chelsey and Pam wrap up season one with Dram Fine's very first guest, Bryan Simpson (@whiskybry). He is not only the National Brand Ambassador to Ardbeg and Glenmorangie, but the ideal person you'd want to grab a Hauf and Hauf with. Together we talk about our love of not only scotch, but Twin Peaks as well. We drink some Ardbeg An Oa, a Twin Peaks inspired cocktail and dip into each others infinity bottles. Who's infinity bottle will reign supreme? Thank you all for listening! The Whisky Community has been so welcoming and it's an honour being part of it. Hope to see you back for SEASON TWO!Time Stamps1:43 - ASMR of Chelsey opening a present from Pam3:34 - Chelsey recalls trying to understand a drunk Pam5:30 We explain why we called our podcast Dram Fine6:13 David lynch and his connection to whisky drinking7:33 welcome our guest Bryan!9:20 Chelsey breaks down the episode!9:56 - How Bryan got into scotch11:11 What's the HipFlask Whisky club???!!!14:00 Bryan talks about the elusive (to us) WEE BEASTIE18:00 We try the AN OA!25: How Pam and Bryan connected over Twin Peaks29:45 Why Agent Cooper would drink Glenmorangie.31:00 WE PLAY A TWIN PEAKS CHARACTER/SCOTCH PAIRING GAME45:55 Our favourite Twin Peaks scene53:40 We rate our Infinity Bottles! who will reign victorious? Hint: It's not Pam.

What can bring Emily back to Nashville for the first time in four years (after living there for eight)? Summer NAMM! She met with some great folks, including: -DeDe Heid from SWIM (Smart Women in Music) about their new initiative. -Adam Roher from Let 'Em Hear about weather, changing Nashville -Kevin Equitz from Equitz Guitars about scooters, their collaboration called the Ainsley, and moving to Nashville. -Rick Patci (her husband) about cicadas and their favorite inside joke that has somehow survived  -Blake Wyland from The Tone Mob about wearing shorts in the winter and long pants in the summer, BBQ, Pizza, and Burgers. -Scott from Stringjoy about Being confused for a Belmont grad, Bonnie Prince Billy, and how the original Prince's exploded (breaking Emily's damn heart). -Evan Jones from Fender guitars about their major research studies, and what they're doing to make playing guitar inclusive for all people of all skills levels, including Fender Play and Fender Next.  Also thanks to Matt for the lodging and friendship, Sarah, Rachael, and Kay-leigh for getting sincerely tipsy at Waffle House, Lenore from Paradigm for being a boss, Ana Lee from WMOT for the best lunch hangs around, Devon for the bro deal on margs at Redheaded Stranger, Sean Sullivan for being a great producer and engineer, Michelle and the rest of the All Night Boys for the rock'n'roll, Kate Cauthen for being my favorite photog in Nashville, Bryan Simpson and Matt Menefee of The Golden Age for being such remarkable songwriters and musicians, Brant for the laughs, Bruno and Caitie Jones for being the best shirt screenprinters in the business, and to anyone else who made the whirlwind of a trip to Nashville such an amazing one. 

This week, Chris sits down with new hitmaker supergroup Stereosaga!!!, made up of Bryan Simpson, Ryan Tyndell and Jordan Rigby. Listen on to hear how Ryan got a job at the YMCA after signing his first deal, just to stay grounded, what it's like to have the freedom for a passion project like their own, and to be reminded how having a creative outlet to express ourselves can be the best job in the world. https://americansongwriter.com/american-songwriter-podcast-network/

Craft Brew News - 5/3/2019Craft Brew Alliance Agrees to Settle Kona Labeling DisputeCraft Brew Alliance (CBA) has agreed to settle a years-long class action lawsuit over alleged “false and deceptive advertising” of its Kona Brewing beer brand.In an SEC filing, the publicly traded Portland, Oregon-based craft beer company – today said it expects to incur costs of about $4.7 million to settle the dispute, which surfaced in early 2017.That amount is inclusive of all legal and administrative fees but does not represent the total amount CBA will pay to the class, according to Marcus Reed, the company’s general counsel.According to Reed, the nationwide settlement will be open to consumers who purchased Kona-branded beer products dating as far back as 2013.The original complaint alleged that CBA, “intentionally misleads consumers into believing that Kona Brewing Company beer is a local beer made in Hawaii.”Although CBA maintains a production facility in Hawaii and produces thousands of barrels on the island, it produces a majority of the Kona beer sold in the continental U.S. at facilities in Portland, Oregon, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and at an Anheuser-Busch brewery in Fort Collins, Colorado.Speaking to Brewbound, Reed said the company agreed to a settlement after two years of litigation because it was becoming a “distraction” to the company’s day-to-day business.“It got to the point where it was time to reach a settlement,” he said.Canada’s Moosehead Breweries Enters Cannabis Sector in JV with SproutlyCanada’s oldest and largest independent brewery is getting into the cannabis business.Moosehead Breweries Limited and Sproutly Canada, which aims to become the leading supplier of water-soluble cannabis solutions, yesterday announced their intent to form an exclusive joint venture that will develop, produce and market cannabis-infused beverages.In the release, Moosehead CEO Andrew Oland said Sproutly’s proprietary “Infuz2O” process for delivering cannabis effects within five minutes drove the brewery’s interest in entering the cannabis market.Recreational use of cannabis was legalized in Canada last October, however, the sale of edibles and infused beverages are not currently permitted. Legalization of those products is expected to occur on October 17.Moosehead joins a growing list of beer manufacturers that have already invested in the cannabis space. Large beer companies such as Anheuser-Busch InBev (Tilray), Constellation Brands (Canopy Growth) and Molson Coors (Hexo) have each struck partnerships with other Canadian cannabis companies. Hamilton, Ontario-based Collective Arts Brewing has also established a sister company called Collective Project Limited to develop and sell cannabis-infused beverages.Cannabis is not federally legal in the U.S., however 10 states — Alaska, California, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, Oregon, Vermont, Washington, and Washington, D.C. — have established laws permitting the sale and use of recreational cannabis within their borders. Several other states are currently working to decriminalize and legalize cannabis.Meeting of the Malts: Pennsylvania Craft Beer Production Tops in the NationFor the third consecutive year, Pennsylvania produced more craft beer than any other state in the nation, Brewers Association chief economist Bart Watson shared during the Brewers of Pennsylvania’s annual Meeting of the Malts gathering in Hershey, Pennsylvania. (Check out Craft Beer Storm – Episode # 41 with Bart Watson!)In 2018, Pennsylvania’s 354 craft breweries combined to produce more than 3.7 million barrels of beer. And, according to Watson, the state ranked second in the number of brewery openings, trailing just California. Most of that growth, Watson said, is coming from the small breweries that sell directly to consumers.Direct-to-consumer sales at Pennsylvania breweries increased by 15,000 barrels last year, Watson said. He added that Pennsylvania brewers have room to grow as national taproom sales accounted for about 12.5 percent of beer sales.Looking at the national landscape, Watson said he believes there will be 10,000 breweries in operation in the U.S. within the next two years. In 2018, a record number 7,346 breweries operated for all or part of the year.As more breweries have opened, the median size of all beer companies has shrunk to 400 barrels, Watson said. He added that half of the breweries in the country produce 400 barrels or fewer.However, Watson said craft brewers have the opportunity to buck those trends and grow over the next decade as millennials “age into beer, rather than aging out of beer like previous generations.”Veteran New Belgium Communications Director to Depart on May 10Longtime New Belgium Brewing spokesman Bryan Simpson will depart the company on May 10, Brewbound has learned. (Founder is Kim Jordan)“It’s been an absolute honor to represent this brewery and everyone’s collective love and talent,” he said via a statement.Leah Pilcer-Pitman, who most recently served as New Belgium’s director of retail development and strategy, will supplant Simpson as director of communications.Simpson, who spent 21-years with the country’s fourth largest craft beer company, said he will launch his own boutique digital media agency this summer.“I’ll be moving on to pursue my long-deferred dream of creative film and media production, and I will always be a passionate and vocal fan of New Belgium Brewing and the entire craft brewing industry,” he said via the statement.Speaking to Brewbound, Simpson said his yet-to-be-named agency would focus on “content generation” and the creation of “digital and web assets.”Simpson, one of New Belgium’s longest-tenured employees, joined the company in July 1997. At the time, New Belgium produced about 80,000 barrels of beer, its offerings were distributed in just five Western states, and the entire craft brewing industry comprised fewer than 1,100 breweries that collectively produced 5 million barrels.Today, more than 7,300 breweries make nearly 26 million barrels of craft beer, according to industry trade group the Brewers Association. For its part, New Belgium, now the fourth-largest U.S. craft brewery according to industry trade group the Brewers Association, produced 846,000 barrels of beer in 2018, down from 955,000 barrels in 2017. The company distributes to 50 states.“I was literally hired on the bottling line, and then I worked in the tasting room for one-to-two years, but at that time everyone was doing a bit of everything,” he said.Subscribe to Craft Beer Storm Podcast iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/craft-beer-storm/id1438117278?mt=2*** A Top 20 Podcast in Food on iTunes ***Michael Potorti is the Host of Craft Beer Storm and Founder/Brewer at Beara Brewing Co. in Portsmouth, NHMichael PotortiFounder/BrewerHost of "Craft Beer Storm" Podcastmichael@craftbeerstorm.commichael@bearairishbrew.com*** Come visit our brewery for some delicious local craft brew! ***Beara Brewing Co.2800 Lafayette RoadPortsmouth, NH 03801Tel. 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In June of 2018, the 50 Campfires team was fortunate to spend a day in Fort Collins, Colorado - and hang out at the New Belgium Brewery. While we were familiar with New Belgium, and have drank our fair share of their beers over the years, we were less familiar with the employee-owned business model that the brewery was founded under. The story of how New Belgium started and continues to operate to this day was a story that we knew we had to share...with you. I hope you enjoy this one-on-one interview with Bryan Simpson, a long standing employee owner of the New Belgium Brewing Company. For more tips, tricks, recipes, gear reviews and more - visit us at: http://www.50Campfires.com Don't forget to check out the 50 Campfires : Daily Outdoor Podcast: http://bit.ly/daily-outdoor We'd love to have you join us over on Facebook as well: http://www.facebook.com/50Campfires Our monthly digital magazine is free! Claim your subscription here: http://bit.ly/50CFMag

Episode 11: Georgia native, Bryan Simpson, didn't take basketball serious until his late teenage years; however, he worked religiously on his game and the opportunity arose to play professional basketball in Japan. Bryan tells us how his hoop dreams came true. [Raw Urban Mobile Podcast rebranded to Tokyo Speaks Podcast on Mar 7, 2020]   [Guest] Bryan Simpson - Instagram   [Social Links & RSS] RSS Feed: https://www.tokyospeaks.com/feed.xml Instagram: @tokyospeaks_ Twitter: @tokyospeaks_   [Support via Ko-fi] https://ko-fi.com/tokyospeaks    

The Whistles & the Bells – alt-rock moniker of acclaimed singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Bryan Simpson – has revealed a “dark but beautifully poetic” new single, “Ode To Yeezus / Ultralight Beam,” which EARMILK is premiered last week. They call the track “a somber tune that blurs the line between songwriter and mad-man producer,” and state, "Simpson takes a very real moment in Kanye West’s life to create a sonic reflection on the current state of this social media/often shallow world we're living in...It's an evocative look at how too often we forget that artists, like Kanye, are real people with human struggles and that their personal battles aren't just catchy headlines to them," adding, “Be sure to turn the lights down, put these songs on and sip a glass of red wine because that is the best way to enjoy this beautiful, strange magic."

An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), commonly known as a drone, is an aircraft without a human pilot aboard.  Drones were originally associated by the military, but are now used for other purposes, with estimates of over a million sold by 2015! On Ringler Radio, host Larry Cohen and co-host Janet Rosie, talk to Attorneys Bill Bulfer and Bryan Simpson from Teague Campbell Dennis & Gorham LLP, about drone liability, litigation and regulation. 

An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), commonly known as a drone, is an aircraft without a human pilot aboard.  Drones were originally associated by the military, but are now used for other purposes, with estimates of over a million sold by 2015! On Ringler Radio, host Larry Cohen and co-host Janet Rosie, talk to Attorneys Bill Bulfer and Bryan Simpson from Teague Campbell Dennis & Gorham LLP, about drone liability, litigation and regulation. 

New Belgium Brewing's Assistant Brewmaster, Grady Hull, and Media Relations Director, Bryan Simpson, join us to talk about Grady's history in brewing; New Belgium Brewing's beers; and all of the seriously cool shit New Belgium does to minimize its impact on the environment, make New Belgium a place we'd all like to work at, and to improve the world & craft. Our guest hosts are: Curtis Chaney and Matt Williamson. Music: Juice - Keep it Moving