Podcast appearances and mentions of Garrison Starr

"GPYR" I'm admittedly a bit fixated on a 16 year old Josh Joplin getting in the van and driving away from his family, his friends and high school in order to blaze his own musical trail out there in the American wild, but I think I'm mostly fixated on that for both its ambition and its bravery. For starters, it's cool that Josh had the belief the world would find him--and it did. But to know that or believe that at 16 is remarkable--when I was 16 I was staying up late watching Letterman and making mix tapes for girls and had no ambition that would get me in a van by myself and head down the highway peddling my wares. But Josh Joplin did. And we talk about that a great deal because I'm in awe of him doing something most 16 year olds couldn't have done. All these years later, the DC born Joplin has almost fifteen albums under his belt, and each one further proves his uncanny genius. From his first album A Present For Hitler--which is maybe one of the best debut album titles ever--to his new one GPYR, Joplin has demonstrated he's a songwriter of tremendous poeticism and unreasonable melodic smarts. I'll get to GPYR in a second--but before I do, let me give you a few biographical bits; he's toured all over the U.S. as well as Europe and Australia, been on Conan and Letterman, had his albums produced by Jerry Harrison of the Talking Heads and the Modern Lovers, had his music appear in shows like Scrubs, Dawsons Creek, Party of Five and Roswell, was neighbors with Dan Zanes of the Del Fuegos, he's put out several fabulous albums with Garrison Starr under the name Among The Oak And Ash and In 2015, Joplin founded the award-winning film production company NarrowMoat. Reuniting with his trusty pals in the Josh Joplin Group, GPYR finds Joplin sounding better than ever. Bringing to mind Reckoning-era R.E.M. and the later work of Tommy Keene, GPYR is a thoughtful blend of jangling indie rock and stirring folk both of which are augmented by sweeping musical architecture that heightens the emotional quality of this powerful, dramatic and altogether thrilling album. www.joshjoplingroup.com (http://www.joshjoplingroup.com) www.bombshellradio.com www.stereoembersmagazine.com (http://www.stereoembersmagazine.com) www.alexgreenbooksonline.com Instagram + Bluesky: @emberspodcast Email: editor@stereoembersmagazine.com

Sycamore Bones joins the podcast and we al try to out-delight each other.   Listen and follow Sycamore Bones at these places https://sycamorebones.com/home https://www.facebook.com/sycamorebones/ https://instagram.com/sycamorebones?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=   Thanks to Chris Milam for the closing song National Tour Dates: chrismilam.com/live EPK: chrismilmam.com/epk | "The Letter" live at the Levitt Shell On Spotify National Tour Teaser   Subscribe to the podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wnc-original-music/id1378776313 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/wnc-original-music-31067964/ https://open.spotify.com/show/3Rx8uNDtBXzcrmA6vHiph4   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   Sycamore Bones has spent the better part of a decade playing their brand of Folk, bluegrass and country. The band began with just an upright bass, acoustic guitar, and 3 part harmony. They have recently progressed to a 5 piece band featuring keys, electric guitar, fiddle, and drums. The band is led by its two primary songwriters and frontmen, Cory Kinal (acoustic guitar) and Andrew Massey (electric guitar, keys). Their new album “Someone Who Knows” puts on display the same lyrically sensitivity fans have enjoyed from the duo backed by a broader soundscape reminiscent of bands like the Old 97's, REM, and Wilco.   “Invites—and earns—the Paul Simon comparisons,” raves American Songwriter about Chris Milam, the acclaimed singer-songwriter from Memphis, Tennessee. Milam's first two albums—Kids These Days and Meanwhile—earned him widespread critical acclaim. Years of dogged, grassroots touring earned him a dedicated fanbase across the US & UK. Collaborations and co-bills with Stax legend William Bell, Valerie June, Amanda Shires, Cory Branan, Garrison Starr, and more earned Milam's reputation as an ascendent artist to watch. Now, Chris Milam is set to release his third album, Orchid South: a kinetic, slyly subversive rock record inspired by the music and events of his adolescence. These eleven portraits of teenage life draw a direct line from the tumult, thrill, depression, and anger of youth to the chaos of the present.    

Mississippi-born, Los Angeles-based musician and songwriter Garrison Starr has been recording and releasing music since the early '90s. The veteran rocker is an expert on creative expression—but also on navigating the “ballsack of an industry” that is the professional music world.That includes the alienating experience of having to engage in a narrative—whether in song or in the press—that isn't real or true for you, maybe even one that cheapens your personhood. “How many times have I done that to myself?” Starr wonders. These are the things the commercial music industry foists upon its would-be stars.Along with Before Your Very Ears hosts Sean Watkins and Peter Harper, Starr hits on the key to writing great songs: Being honest creates more, and better, success. “The vulnerability is where the power is,” says Starr. Fueled by the experience of being outed in college, and then exiled from her evangelical community for being gay, Starr leads the trio on a songwriting expedition to examine the damage of having our stories ripped from us—and the potential of reclamation through song.This episode is sponsored by Berklee Online: https://online.berklee.edu/Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/beforeyourveryears

Scott E. Moore is a veteran singer-songwriter and guitarist. He's also an accomplished video producer-director-writer and film composer, which he does through his boutique production company WingTip, inc. He works a lot - on a lot of different things: from performing his own music to playing guitar for others to creating diverse high-end video projects for major clients to scoring other people's film and TV work. In 2013 he co-composed and produced 2 hours of gorgeous meditation music for Deepak Chopra and Oprah Winfrey. His business card says "soulful storytelling with pictures and sound," which pretty much sums it up. Scott calls his sound "Americana Soul." His rootsy blend of blues, folk and r&b - as well as his vibe and chops, have made him a comfortable fit performing in venues large and small alongside a diverse group of acts, such as acoustic blues virtusoso Kelly Joe Phelps, Americana crooner Raul Malo (The Mavericks), jazz artists Tuck & Patti, French pop star Tété, folkies Patty Larkin, Steve Forbert, Melissa Ferrick, roots rocker Rhett Miller (The Ol' 97's) and New Orleans band Cowboy Mouth...and even musical comedic legends The Smothers Brothers. And many others.Every few years Scott makes a record. Many longtime fans and followers feel "Home Bittersweet Home" is his strongest. Recorded in East Nashville with producer Neilson Hubbard (Glenn Phillips, Garrison Starr, Stray Don't Sleep), it's a moody, groovy, and lush-sounding collection of Scott's confessional tunes. The songs are driven front & center by Scott's signature sultry, intimate vocal and acoustic guitar, with atmospheric touches of real strings and steel guitar - all anchored by a band consisting of Hubbard's pop-like keyboards and guitar, Marco Giovino (Robert Plant, Patty Griffin, Tom Jones) on drums, James Haggerty (Josh Rouse, The Autumn Defense, Original Blues Brothers) on bass, with Scott adding his bluesy electric playing.__________________Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Prince featured the "Upper Room with Joe Kelley and Gi Dussault" on his official website www.npgmusicclub.com. This is the first radio show to have ever received that honor. "Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley" has been on the radio airwaves since 1982. Joe Kelley and Gi Dussault co-host the show and are well-respected in the music business as creative air personalities and supporters of independent musicians . Our web site is located at www.musiciansreveal.com . The show features creative music in funk, R&B, jazz, blues, rock, hip-hop, latin, and gospel. In addition, Joe Kelley has interviewed renowned musicians such as Victor Wooten, Sheila E. , Foley, Robin Duhe, Jef Lee Johnson, Jellybean Johnson, Monte Moir, Rhonda Smith, Bernie Worrell, Cyndi Lauper, Michael Bland, Larry Graham, Chris Frantz and Tina Weymouth, Steve Smith, St. Paul Peterson, JD Blair, Tori Ruffin, Kat Dyson, Eric Person, actor Jeff Daniels, Junior Giscombe, John Scofield, EC Scott, John Blackwell, Mystic Bowie, and many others.

This week we welcome back two of our favorites - Maia Sharp and Garrison Starr. The girls (who are also friends) return to catch us up on what they're doing these days. Maia is producing Sarah & Shannon while Garrison has paired up again with Sean McConnell for their second release as My Sister, My Brother. They also get into the music industry's handling of lesbian artists, writing lyrics, and how they approach their career in the modern era. They're so great at what they do and we're big fans around here!  www.maiasharp.com www.garrisonstarr.com www.sarahandshannon.com www.mysistermybrother.com

Garrison Starr joins us to talk about her latest project “My Sister, My Brother” and Ani DiFranco's 1995 album “Not A Pretty Girl.” Other discussion includes relationships with moms, harmony singing with Sean McConnell, Spokane, being no good at lying, Neilson Hubbard, doing it yourself, judging title tracks, cats in trees, 6 minute long songs, and our first introductions to Ani's music (thanks Alana Davis and “My Best Friend's Wedding”).Songs in the episode from Garrison's records include “Just A Little Rain” (used as the intro song) & “Almost There” & “More Than You Could Give” (from My Sister, My Brother).Check out Garrison Starr at: https://www.garrisonstarr.com/Check out Ani and her label Righteous Babe at: https://www.righteousbabe.com/Check out other episodes at RecordsRevisitedPodcast.com, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, iHeartMedia, Google Podcasts and Spotify. Additional content is found at: Facebook.com/recordsrevisitedpodcast or twitter @podcastrecords or IG at instagram.com/recordsrevisitedpodcast/ or join our Patreon at patreon.com/RecordsRevisitedPodcast

Will Kimbrough has spent a lifetime writing songs and performing them, along the way becoming a respected recording artist, producer and musician. Will's songs have been recorded by Jimmy Buffett, Little Feat, Todd Snider, Jack Ingram, Gretchen Peters and many others. His production credits include Buffett, Doug Seegers, Todd Snider, Radney Foster and Steve Poltz. Will is a prolific writer and recording artist, a member of Willie Sugarcapps, DADDY and Emmylou Harris' Red Dirt Boys.Will Kimbrough, born in Mobile, Alabama in 1964 is an American Singer-Songwriter, musician and producer. Kimbrough currently lives in Nashville, Tennessee.Will started his musical career with Will & the Bushmen — a popular college band in the eighties that produced a handful of albums and singles — in 1985 and made it to MTV. He then went on to form the Bis-quits with long-time buddy Tommy Womack. The Bis-quits produced a self titled album which was released on John Prine's Oh-Boy label.Kimbrough is also a producer and has produced albums for Adrienne Young, Rodney Crowell, Todd Snider, Kate Campbell, Kim Richey, Garrison Starr, Matthew Ryan, and Josh Rouse.Will teamed up with Tommy Womack, John Deaderick, Paul Griffith and Dave Jacques in 2005 to create the five piece band Daddy. They recorded a live album in Frankfort, Kentucky — Daddy at the Women's Clubhttps://www.willkimbrough.com/https://www.facebook.com/willkimbroughmusic/https://www.instagram.com/will_kimbrough/Host - Trey MitchellIG - treymitchellphotographyIG - feeding_the_senses_unsensoredFB - facebook.com/profile.php?id=100074368084848Sponsorship Information  -  ftsunashville@gmail.comTheme Song - The Wanshttps://www.thewansmusic.com/https://www.facebook.com/thewansmusic/https://www.instagram.com/thewans/?hl=en

The Sundilla Radio Hour for the week of 11/06/2023 featuring: Joy Clark “Watching You Sleep” Joy Clark (2020 Joy Clark) 4:20 Last Birds “Yellow Roses” Endless Turn of Day Into Night (2023 Last Birds) 2:42 Watchhouse “New Star” Watchhouse (2021 Tiptoe Tiger) 3:05 Toshi Reagon “Let Me Remember” SpiritLand (2018 Toshi Reagon) 3:06 The Lowlies “Pages of My Mind” The Lowlies (2023 Airloom) 2:38 Garrison Starr & The Gospel Truth “It's Alright” Single (2023 Garrison Starr) 2:51 Jake Blount “Where Did You Sleep Last Night” Spider Tales (2020 Jake Blount) 3:56 Garrison Starr & The Milk Carton Kids “Fireworks” Single (2023 Far Cry) 3:58 Darrell Scott “The World Is Too Much With Me” Old Cane Back Rocker (2023 HERE) 3:56 Maya De Vitry “Better and Better” How to Break a Fall (2020 Mad Maker Studio) 3:00 Cheryl Wheeler “Arrow” Circles & Arrows (1990 Capitol) 4:20 Dan Navarro “Hopeful Hearts” Horizon Line (2022 Red Hen) 4:01 Kelly Hunt “Top of the World” Ozark Symphony (2023 Compass) 4:27 The Brother Brothers “My Holy Way” Calla Lily (2021 Compass) 4:06

73 Janet Robin — The Art of Musician The String Revolution plays Folsom Prison Blues. Click to hear now: https://youtu.be/cWvZAmT7Skk?si=rx9GbbluhlT20v66 https://www.janetrobin.com/ https://www.Thestringrevolution.com The Hateful Eight Guitar Scene: https://youtu.be/fbp3Pj-ALqU?si=hm1R7P4CORXiqTVM #janetrobin #thestringrevolution #thehatefuleight Janet Robin's musical education began the moment she met her guitar teacher, Randy Rhoads (Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne). Under Rhoads' tutelage, Janet became an ace six-string player and, while still in high school, parlayed this education into a position as the lead guitarist for the all-female rock band Precious Metal. Precious Metal released several albums and wrote with Heart, Poison and Cheap Trick. Robin has toured, performed with, recorded, or written songs with Tommy Emmanuel, Peppino D'Agostino, Meredith Brooks, Monty Montgomery, Michelle Shocked, Maia Sharp, Marcy Levy (co-writer with Eric Clapton on “Lay Down Sally”), Ann and Nancy Wilson (Heart), Garrison Starr, Anne McCue and many more. She was also the touring guitarist of Air Supply in 2007-2008.  In 2017 she was named in Guitar Player's “Top 50 Acoustic Guitarists” (Bonus List), amongst many notable players. Janet has also had her original songs placed in TV and films such as “One Life to Live,” “All My Children,” “Felicity,” “Free Enterprise,” and many more. Along with placements she has also composed original scores for short films such as “Traces” directed by Joseph Culp which was accepted into the prestigious Palm Springs Short Film Festival and the Hollywood Film Awards. In 2017, she had an original song in a short film “Casting All Corpses” which won the “Best Comedy Short Award” for the Reel Hollywood Film Festival.  In January of 2015, Janet was hand-picked to coach and consult actress Jennifer Jason Leigh for 2 months on location and in Los Angeles for a special guitar scene in the Quentin Tarantino film, "The Hateful Eight." The actress was nominated for an Academy Award.  Janet has also played guitar for productions of the musicals “Girlfriend", “Soul Doctor” and "Staring Into Nothing”. Along with Janet's busy solo career, she has another band, featuring 3 amazing guitar players- "The String Revolution." The String Revolution's Spotify channel has reached over 4 million streams. The String Revolutions latest release with Tommy Emmanuel is a cover of Johnny Cash's “Folsom Prison Blues”. https://youtu.be/cWvZAmT7Skk?si=rx9GbbluhlT20v66

Margaret Cho graces the podcast with her soon-to-be 5 year old Chihuahua mix Lucia. You may consider Margaret as a comedian first, but she has true blue Rocker Dog credentials with her two music albums Cho Dependent and American Myth that feature collaborations with past podcast guests like Tegan Quinn of Tegan and Sara and Garrison Starr. Margaret will be finishing up her Live and Loud Tour in mid-December. For dates and tickets visit margaretcho.com

Lots of laughs and great dog talk with singer-songwriters Garrison Starr and Sean McConnell who together make up the duo My Sister, My Brother. Garrison shares stories of her girls Gracie, a 9.5 year old mutt, and Oreo, a 9 year old, 12 lb Puggle, while Sean introduces us to his 2.5 year old "Jackahuahua" Star and pays homage to his past dog Arthur. My Sister, My Brother just released their sophomore effort My Sister, My Brother II and is available everywhere you stream or buy music.  mysistermybrother.com/ Instagram - Rocker Dog Podcast

Garrison Starr is a Grammy-nominated American singer-songwriter/producer. Her major label debut, "18 Over Me" was released in 1997. Starr's shows have been described as "marrying pop smarts and Americana grit with a voice of remarkable power and clarity". --Wikipedia We talk to Garrison about her writing, her music, her forthcoming album entitled "The Gospel Truth" and her love of golf!   Check out this phenomenal talent here: https://www.garrisonstarr.com/ https://www.instagram.com/garrisonstarr/ https://music.apple.com/us/artist/garrison-starr/626975 ( and anywhere else you stream music) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc4ldteva6Ol9H2GB1KQ7EQ https://www.facebook.com/garrisonstarrmusic/ My Sister My Brother info:  https://www.mysistermybrother.com/tour  https://www.instagram.com/mysistrmybrothr/?hl=en  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC26Rf1XJBdGJ0BDcr4wZySA  https://www.facebook.com/mysistrmybrothr/  Here are the songs we talked about specifically during the Podcast:  Fireworks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Me6o0-4BHjI  (Another version) of It's Alright : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4dj41EzYfQ And check out her story here: https://amysmartgirls.com/garrison-starr-the-stuff-were-made-of-94122750a5f0 Like what you hear? You can support her through her Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/garrisonstarr

This episode was recorded on April 30th, 2023 at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium in Athens, Ohio. The lineup includes Wilco, Guy Davis, Peter Case, and Garrison Starr. bit.ly/3RsxB78

On this episode of 'Why We Write with Kim Ruehl,' Garrison Starr and Sean McConnell talk about how their duo, My Sister, My Brother, began at a songwriting retreat and what they have learned from each other.

Big life changes often make for the best art. That's certainly true with the wonderful singer/songwriter Maia Sharp. After 30 years in the indie trenches, a divorce and a move to Nashville has changed her perspective and made for some of the richest material of her career. Her latest album, Reckless Thoughts, details where she is now, amidst the changes and opening up to what comes next. We talk about writing songs for legends like Art Garfunkel, Cher, Paul Carrack and, Bonnie Raitt. We also discuss collaborating with other fantastic females like Garrison Starr, Mindy Smith and Lizz Wright, being discovered by Miles Copeland, coming out at 23 and much more. If you aren't familiar with Maia's work, get ready to fall in love.  www.maiasharp.com www.patreon.com/thehustlepod

Singer/songwriter/icon in the making Garrison Starr joins us fresh off her Grand Ole Opry debut to talk about the secret magic of Los Angeles, the power of Sinead O'Connor, the joy of playing the Lilith Fair, the pain of being outed in college, the struggle to trust yourself, the importance of picking yourself up, and the authentic Mexican cooking at Baja Fresh. Check out her work with My Sister My Brother, and get ready for their new EP, out in September! 

This songwriting supergroup is composed of Sean McConnell, Garrison Starr, and the producer Peter Groenwald.

Toad the Wet Sprocket is an American alternative rock band formed in Santa Barbara, California, in 1986. The band at the time consisted of vocalist/guitarist Glen Phillips, guitarist Todd Nichols, bassist Dean Dinning, and drummer Randy Guss, who stopped touring in 2017 and left the band in 2020. Guss was replaced by drummer Josh Daubin, who had been supporting them as their drummer on recent tours. They had chart success in the 1990s with singles that included "Walk on the Ocean," "All I Want," "Something's Always Wrong," "Fall Down," and "Good Intentions."  The band broke up in 1998 to pursue other projects. Although re-united periodically for short tours. In December 2010, the band announced their official reunion as a full-time working band and started writing songs for their first studio album of new material. That album would become New Constellation, followed by The Architect of the Ruin.   Toad the Wet Sprocket's most recent full-length album, Starting Now, was released on August 27, 2021. As a solo artist, Glen Phillips released Abulum in 2000.  In 2004, he released a long-awaited collaboration with Nickel Creek under the Mutual Admiration Society. The self-titled album was recorded in 2000 and featured songs written by Phillips alone and collaborative efforts with Sean and Sara Watkins, released on Sugar Hill Records. In 2005, Phillips released the critically acclaimed Winter Pays For Summer. The album included the radio single "Duck and Cover," but Phillips and the label would part ways due to creative differences.  A compilation of six outtakes from that album was published as an EP titled Unlucky 7, the first track ("The Hole") featured in the second episode of the AMC television series Breaking Bad. Phillips released his third proper solo album, Mr. Lemons, in the spring of 2006.  In January 2008, it was reported by Billboard that a new supergroup had formed. The ensemble gathered in Jim Scott's recording studio, and by September 2008, the collective settled upon the name Works Progress Administration (W.P.A.). In its octet configuration, WPA features Phillips, Sean Watkins (guitar), his sister Sara Watkins (fiddle), Benmont Tench (piano), Luke Bulla (fiddle), Greg Leisz (various), Pete Thomas (drums), and Davey Faragher (bass). The group also performs as a quintet featuring Phillips, Watkins, Bulla, and bassist Sebastian Steinberg. The results of the 2008 recording sessions were released as an album on September 15, 2009. Phillips has also completed an album with Neilson Hubbard and Garrison Starr under the band name, Plover, released on October 23, 2008. In 2009, Phillips was involved in the soundtrack of the film Imagine That. He covers The Beatles' song "I'll Follow the Sun." On April 5, 2018, Glen Phillips signed with Compass Records Group. His 2016 album, Swallowed by the New, was followed by There Is So Much Here in 2021. Keith & Geoff welcomed Toad the Wet Sprocket frontman Glen Phillips to Thunderlove Studio and had a delightful conversation about, but not limited to, disco, hippies, and mental health.  Go figure.   Toad the Wet Sprocket is hitting the road this summer. LINKS Toad the Wet Sprocket Glen Phillips Toad the Wet Sprocket Tour Dates W.P.A. on Spotify Mutual Admiration Society on Spotify  Compass Records Remote Tree Children - one of Glen's side projects Dystopia Tonight Podcast Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle Reinhold Niebuhr Serentity Parallel Worlds, Parallel Lives The Langley Schools Music Project - “Space Oddity” Snot (band) Angus Cooke  4AD Records Envelope 23 Design Gabrile the Traveler - Santa Barbara Antic Disco Melee Largo - LA Club 99% Invisible Podcast - The Day the Music Stopped

On today's episode, I sit down with my dear friend and devoted artist, Garrison Starr! Garrison is a Singer-Songwriter who has dedicated her life to making music professionally. In our conversation, she shares her stories about her dedication to personal growth throughout various phases of her career as being essential to honing her craft. We talk deconstruction, reclaiming personal power, and the nuances of grief. I also do an intro about finding supportive community and my involvement in Al-Anon. Enjoy! PS - if you're not into weaving verbal tapestries of obscenity, you may want to skip this episode. Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more! Follow Garrison's work and various projects here! The song featured in the episode is The Devil in Me by Garrison Starr As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to Patreon subscribers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

This is Episode 119 and our guest for the second time is Cory Branan. Y'all, Cory is one of my all time favorite musicians. He is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist based in Memphis whose career has meant so much to so many. His latest record is on a ton of best of 2022 lists. It's called When I Go I Ghost and I think it is the best thing he has done. The record features such guests as Garrison Starr, Jason Isbell, and Brian Fallon, and Eric Slick among others. It is a special piece of art and I am grateful for the opportunity to pick Cory's brain about how this wonderful album came together. 

Michael Flanders is the go-to guy in the Queensland music scene. Listen to this podcast to learn how Michael started from scratch and rose to become a professional musician, a gigging and in-demand session guitarist and a music producer. He shares his story of how he started out and what it's like working in the music industry. He also shared some great tips and advice for players who want to make it big in the music scene. How Michael started in music. The story of how he became to go-to guy in the Queensland music scene. How the music industry works in terms of publishing and songwriting. Tips for building better timing and rising to the standard of world-class players. Michael shows us the Nashville Number System. The importance of regular practice for musicians. Michael's advice for musicians who want to take the leap and make the move to cities with bigger music scenes. Mistakes you need to avoid as guitar players or session musicians. Advice to rapidly accelerate your success as a musician. Guest Links Michael Flanders Website Michael Flanders Instagram Buddy Emmons: Steel Guitar Icon by Steve Fishell Guitar Teaching Resources Mentioned Free Guitar E-book Resources Today's Guest Australian award-winning producer and writer Michael Flanders and co-founder of Pacific International music publishing moved to the USA in Feb ‘07 to head up Pacific International Music. During this period, he has built a healthy publishing catalog of over 1,100 songs and having administration on 12 other existing catalogs with high profile names attached. His production credits include Josh Arnold, Nik Phillips, Jill King, Garrison Starr, and American Idol Semi-Finalist Siobhan Magnus and Multi-Platinum selling artist Nikki Webster to name a few. In the 1980s and 1990s, Flanders achieved acclaim in his native Australian market; first as a staff songwriter with Warner/Chappell Music, then as a producer for Alternative and Pop acts in Australia. He received ARIA (Australian Record Industry Association) recognition for his work with the Australian pop artist Chaise, producing a string of hit singles album that spawned a number one hit song for her, Only Be Me. Flanders' trademark as a producer has been his experimental and hook heavy approach to creating organic-sounding records. He is known for his involvement in a project from conception to finished product.   Click here to find out more about TopMusicGuitar Membership   Thank you for tuning in! Consider implementing the ideas from this podcast by writing several actionable steps for your teaching practice if it's inspired you. If you enjoyed today's show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, which helps other teachers find our show. Stay updated by subscribing to this show, and get automatic delivery to your device every time a new episode goes live! We publish on Fridays weekly.

On this Will Kimbrough Interview: Will talks about growing up in Mobile, Alabama and its impact on him, personally and musically… working with Jimmy Buffet, Todd Snider, Steve Earle, Emmylou Harris, Mavis Staples (and the lesson she taught him)... great advice on recording and songwriting, taking care of his father and more. Great stories from a great songwriter: Cool Guitar & Music T-Shirts, ELG Merch!: http://www.GuitarMerch.com A multi-instrumentalist sideman who's also released 9 solo LPs, Will has written, toured, recorded with, or produced Rodney Crowell, Shemekia Copeland, Todd Snider, Steve Poltz, Kim Richey, Garrison Starr, Josh Rouse, Matthew Ryan, Jimmy Buffet, Little Feat, Todd Snider, Emmylou Harris, Steve Earle, Mavis Staples & others   Subscribe & Website:  https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe Support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support

Host J.D. Reager talks to Oakwalker and Garrison Starr on location in Nashville at the Music Export Memphis showcase during Americanafest. Also, Oakwalker performs "Sunset" and Garrison Starr performs "Better Day Comin'" and "Superhero." backtothelight.net musicexportmemphis.org

On this week's show, we... spend quality time with new records from Plains, Cory Branan & Mightmare bid adieu to Low drummer & vocalist Mimi Parker  hold a musical memorial for a friend who left way to soon All this & much, much less! 

This week is a fun twofer with a couple of excellent singer/songwriters that are hitting the road together. First up is Toad the Wet Sprocket frontman Glen Phillips. Not only has Glen fronted Toad since the beginning with hits like "Walk On the Ocean" and "Come Down", but he's also had his own robust solo career. Glen has a new album coming out this weekend called There Is So Much Here that is a wonderfully optimistic take on the world. Glen is a deep guy and we hit all the big topics - faith, mental health, politics, and philosophy.  Then we get to hear from the wonderful Garrison Starr. Garrison, like many others, released her major label debut 25 years ago, but it didn't take off like everyone hoped so she's been an indie artist ever since releasing several incredible albums of self-reflection and coming to terms with who she is - an openly gay artist who grew up in a strict evangelical household. Garrison will be opening for Glen on the tour that kicks off this week. Enjoy!  www.glenphillips.com www.garrisonstarr.com www.patreon.com/thehustlepod

Singer-songwriter Cory Branan is our guest to chatter about Mule Variations, the 1999 album from Tom Waits.We've been looking forward to being able to share this conversation with you all. Cory has a fantastic new album, When I Go I Ghost, which is being released this week (10/14/22).The album features guests Jason Isbell, Brian Fallon and Garrison Starr and is hands down, one of our favorite records of the year. From the moment you drop the proverbial needle and hear "When in Rome, When in Memphis," it's a sure bet that you'll be on board with this release from Cory.Cory had great insights regarding Waits and it was a real pleasure to welcome him to The Record Player. Check out his music and dates for his fall tour which is  in progress as we speak. Get out and see a show. You'll thank us later.

In honor of the 25th anniversary of her debut album Eighteen Over Me, host J.D. Reager talks to musician and songwriter Garrison Starr about the making of that record and how having a breakthrough hit ("Superhero") changed her life, plus her escape from the evangelical South, how her sexual orientation lead to difficulty in both her personal life and professional career, overcoming creative self-doubt, and collaborating with folks like Neilson Hubbard, Glen Phillips and Margaret Cho. J.D. also spins "Don't Believe in Me" from Garrison's 2021 album Girl I Used to Be.

Australian Award winning Producer/writer Michael Flanders & co-founder of Pacific International music publishing moved to the USA in Feb 07 to head up Pacific International Music, during this period has built a healthy publishing catalog of over 1100 songs & having administration on 12 other existing catalogs with high profile names attached. His production credits include Josh Arnold, Nik Phillips, Jill King, Garrison Starr, and American Idol Semi-Finalist Siobhan Magnus and Multi-Platinum selling artist Nikki Webster to name a few. In the 1980s and 1990s, Flanders achieved acclaim in his native Australian market; first as a staff songwriter with Warner/Chappell Music, then as a producer for Alternative and Pop acts in Australia. He received ARIA (Australian Record Industry Association) recognition for his work with the Australian pop artist Chaise, producing a string of hit singles album that spawned a number one hit song for her, Only Be Me. During this period, he also held a position at Arctic BMG Australia.  Flanders relocated to Nashville in April 2007, opening Pacific International Music and has since completed 50 plus projects in the space of 5 years, producing 19 Hot 30 Country singles, 4 of which made number 1. Flanders' trademark as a producer has been his experimental and hook heavy approach to creating organic-sounding records. He is known for his involvement in a project from conception to finished product. 3 records with artists' Coles Whalen, Jill King and Mitzi Dawn cemented his status in the Americana and Alt Country scene. In 2010, American Idol Siobhan Magnus began a series of writing and recording sessions under the direction of Flanders and his team, resulting in her first album Moonbaby, which was released in 2012. Flanders then finished writing and producing a record for multi-platinum pop star Nikki Webster to be released 2014. Flanders has multiple Film and Television credits, most recently scoring scenes for the indie thriller Magdalena, directed by Sevier Crespo.  He also was composer on Daniel Baldwin film “WISDOM” (To Know The Difference) which won Manhattan/San Antonio/Long Beach/Burbank Film Festival's.  Flanders took out Best Song for the ”WISDOM” title track for film co-written with Siobhan Magnus (American Idol) at Manhattan & Long Beach festivals. Flanders also took home the People Choice Award at the San Antonio Film Festival.  Currently working on scoring 2 upcoming films, “Good Times At Blue-Jay” and “A Teachers Touch”. Flanders has also worked with Heidi NewField, Robyn Lajoya Charles (Ray Charles Daughter), Doug Seegers/Buddy Miller/Jim Lauderdale, Tayla Lynn, Ky-Mani Marley, Natalie Howard, Erin Drew, Jeremy Parsons, Carl Wockner, Shelly Evans, Michael Bryers, Kelly Black, Calvin Lee & Trick Pony, Nellie Donovan, Col Finley, Jon Raven, Doug Seegers, GalFriday, Dozzi, Trevor Finlay and Robert Randolph. The Business Side of Music ™ © 2022 Lotta Dogs Productions LLC Showrunner and Executive Producer Emeritus: Tom Sabella Producer and Host (the guy who has a face for podcasting): Bob Bender Co-Producer - Audio/Video Editor (the man behind the curtain): Mark Sabella Director of Video and Continuity (the brains of the entire operation): Deborah Halle Marketing and Social Media (all knowing): Sarah Fleshner for 362 Entertainment All Around Problem Solver (and Mental Health Therapist for us): Connie Ribas Recorded inside an old beat up Airstream Trailer located somewhere on what's left of Music Row in Nashville TN (except during pandemics, then it's pretty much been accomplished VIA Zoom or over the phone, with the exception for those fearless enough to come to Bob Bender's dining room… and there have been a few that have survived). Mixed and Mastered at Music Dog Studios in Nashville, TN Editing and Post at Midnight Express Studio located in Olian, NY Production Sound Design: Keith Stark Voice Over and Promo: Lisa Fuson Special Thanks to the creator and founder of the podcast, Tom Sabella, along with Traci Snow for producing and hosting over 100 episodes of the original "Business Side of Music" podcast and trusting us to carry on their legacy. Website: If you would like to be a guest on the show, please submit a request to: musicpodcast@mail.com If you're interested in becoming a sponsor for the show, let us know and we'll send you a media / sponsorship kit to you. Contact us at musicpodcast@mail.com

On this week's show, we wrap up the merry month of Debts-cember (and the year in general) with... the most honorable of mentions the runners-up that fill our cup the best of the rest of 2021  All this & much, much less! Debts No Honest Man Can Pay is over 2 rock-solid hours of musical eclectica & other noodle stories. The show started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.

We had the pleasure of interviewing Hush Kids over Zoom video! Nashville -based duo Hush Kids return with a new EP Weatherman.Comprised of renowned artists Jill Andrews and Peter Groenwald, this is Hush Kids' first new release since their critically acclaimed self-titled debut album in 2018. The lead single and title track "Weatherman" is out now and finds the duo reuniting with Grammy Award-winning producer Ian Fitchuk (Kacey Musgraves, Maren Morris, Leon Bridges)."During the spring of 2020, when we were in lockdown, it rained, poured really, for days, maybe even weeks," stated Jill. "My husband Jerred has lived most of his adult life in dry arid places and he wasn't used to it. He would look outside almost every day, saddened by the dark sky and soggy earth. He would say, 'This place just never stops. It's like a rain forest.' I always like to put a silver lining on things so my response was usually something like, 'I guess that's why it's so green and beautiful here.' But the sunless days can take their toll on the best of us, and I could tell that he was feeling down as the rainy days and tumultuous weather wore on. She continued, "All of this was on my mind that day last spring when I got together with Ian and Peter to write for the next Hush Kids record. We sat on Ian's back porch and caught up for a long time, enjoying being in each other's presence so much because it had been a while since we'd last seen each other. This one came easily to us and I think we all cried a little when we were writing it. I'm so happy that we can share it with you guys today! I hope that your days are sunny even when the rain is pouring down.” "This was the first song I had written in person for maybe eight months," added Peter. "We were on a porch, it felt kind of weird, but we trusted each other. Jill said she had an idea, and I believe she sang what is now the first line of the song. I tend to have a look on my face when I think something is amazing, and it actually looks like I'm disgusted...food, art, music...it's more of a look of disbelief that something can be that good. That's how I looked when Jill shared this idea with us.” Hush Kids is a friendship with music. It began long before it had a name when two beloved Nashville artists with impressive solo careers were put together by their publishers to write songs for other people; in time, they discovered they had been writing for themselves all along. Their earliest sessions revealed more than chemistry, they revealed kindredness, an innate understanding that allowed two very different people to write some of the most deeply personal music of their careers. Incredible, instinctive vocal symmetry, captivating melodies, and intimate, intelligent lyrics speak to the years of tireless craftsmanship and well-earned successes by both artists respectively. Garnering praise from Rolling Stone, Billboard, Paste, Relix, and Folk Alley, among others, Hush Kids' 2018 debut journeys across the unexpected, the strangeness of love rather than the sweetness, the beauty of the world rather than the bullshit. Guided by writer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Ian Fitchuk, the record paired the effortless, addictive pop sensibility of The Carpenters with the dusty, atmospheric, desert landscape of Robert Plant and Allison'sKraus's Americana classic Raising Sand. Despite the name, Hush Kids is not about quiet, it's about stepping away from the wrong kind of noise to embrace the music. A gifted composer, producer, and musician, Peter has toured extensively and shared the stage with artists such as The Civil Wars, Andrew Belle, and Ruston Kelly. In 2020, he joined forces with Sean McConnell and Garrison Starr to release an EP as My Sister, My Brother. Never one to rest, Peter followed that up with an EP in early 2021 co-written and co-produced alongside production duo I WAS THE LIONtitledCome To Life. Jill, a founding member of the alt/countryfavoriteThe Everybodyfields, has performed alongside The Avett Brothers, The Secret Sisters, and DrewHolcomb & the Neighbors as well as secured television placements that includeGrey's Anatomy, This Is Us, and the theme song for SyFy'sbelovedWynona Earp. In2020, she released her critically acclaimed album and accompanying book Thirties, and followed that up with a dark EP of songs from her back catalog called Vultures.We want to hear from you! Please email Tera@BringinitBackwards.com.www.BringinitBackwards.com#podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #HushKids #zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiBFollow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! 

New music from Nuela Charles, Liz Longley, Garrison Starr, Valerie June, Joy Oladokun, and a throwback to 1971 and 1972!

Of her new album Girls I Used To Be, the Los Angeles singer/songwriter says "I feel like I finally had something to say again."

Of her new album Girls I Used To Be, the Los Angeles singer/songwriter says "I feel like I finally had something to say again."

Garrison Starr is a songwriter and performer who has been putting out albums since the 90s. She has a distinct style that gets to the heart of issues. Her recent album “Girl I Used To Be” reflects on her religious upbringing and her rejection from that world. Evangelical Christianity is anything but accepting of the LGBTQ community, and when Garrison was open about her sexuality it became an issue.    The album is intimate, and poignant. The songs reflect on, and try to make peace with the trauma of rejection. I appreciate it when artists have the guts to be vulnerable, and share a piece of themselves. Garrison and I  had a great conversation, I hope ya dig it.

Singer-songwriter Garrison Starr grew up in Mississippi, made rock and roll out of Memphis and got signed in her late teens to a major label deal where her song "Superhero" took her to the charts and major tours. Heady success, except it was upset by the traumas and betrayals of being outed as gay in college and a conservative culture that exiled her. Now, with a dozen albums to her credit and a successful songwriting career in Los Angeles, she revels in her growth and forgiveness on the new album Girl I Used To Be. Garrison is a fantastic talent with deep Nashville ties, and the story of how this personal album got written will surprise you. Also, I meet Nashville-based, English-bred newcomer Lilly Winwood, who's seen the music industry from the bottom and the top. 

On this week's show, we recap our fave records from the first quarter of the year, spend quality time with new albums from a couple of innovators & bid adieu to one of the best drummers you've probably never heard of. All this & much, much less!

Episode 163: It's been a year since the music industry slammed to a halt due to Covid-19. Performing artists had to adjust financially, logistically, emotionally and more. Now with a year's hindsight, The String sought out a sampling of roots musicians to hear how they coped. Many found unexpected gifts. Some started new businesses. Everybody learned a lot about themselves and their field. Featured: Kyshona Armstrong, Jill Andrews, Tim Easton, Robert Greer, Molly Tuttle, Rob Ickes, Doug and Telisha Williams, Garrison Starr, Sarah Jarosz, Suzanne Santo and Jerry Pentecost. With music by all. 

Our guest on Insights today is Garrison Starr, who, for a while, thought she was done playing music. A lifetime of trauma, from her upbringing in a fundamentalist Christian household in Mississippi to more than two decades navigating the music industry, left her spirit broken. Fortunately, she's reconciled the pain of her past, wrestled shame and self-doubt into submission, and stands in her powerfully bared truth with her new album, Girl I Used To Be, which is available now via Soundly Music. Amy Wright caught up with Garrison to discuss the new album, her background, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, we come roaring back from our brief hiatus with brand new music from the band who single-handedly saved rock & roll, Seattle's pre-eminent Hammond organ trio & a singer/songwriter with a mile-long rap sheet of songs placed in TV shows & movies. Plus we visit an alternate reality of sitcom mayhem and spin the disco-era cover you didn't realize you needed. All this & much, much less!

Kris Angelis grew up on a farm in Florida, writing songs and learning to harmonize with her identical twin sister in their treehouse. Her folk/pop/Americana music has won several awards including Best Female artist in the International Acoustic Music Awards and last year she toured to all 50 of the United States and was chosen as part of the Grammy NEXT program. She began 2020 with the release of That Siren, Hope which debuted at #1 on the iTunes singer/songwriter chart and #79 on the Billboards Top Current Albums chart as the highest ranked independent release. It explores all the facets of hope, painting it as a mythical siren that draws you in only to leave you drowning, but also as a comfort and a force that keeps you going when you can't see what's ahead. It has been getting played on SiriusXM, climbing the Americana radio charts, and is on the first round ballot for the Grammy Awards. The video for the title track was premiered by American Songwriter Magazine. You can learn more and find all the links to follow and subscribe at www.krisangelis.com. Find more of Kris: Instagram: @krisangelis Twitter: @krisangelis Youtube: www.youtube.com/krisangelis Facebook: krisangelismusic Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5NSCSZj6ourZB5Yy4j4saO?si=pBPZl-8kREaHm9M68qaoyg Patreon: Www.patreon.com/krisangelis  Website: www.krisangelis.com A statement from Kris: "I wrote this song while on tour last year to all 50 states which I did to deal with and heal a broken heart. This song is about remembering the good times and then the reasons something didn't work and deciding to not let it haunt you and hold you back like a Ghost because you're still alive and breathing and can do more and find more in your life." Additional Credit: Co-written with Garrison Starr and produced by Billy Le --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Created during a time of quarantine in the global Coronavirus pandemic, A Moment Of Your Time's mission is to provide a space for expression, collaboration, community and solidarity. In this time of isolation, we may have to be apart but let's create together.  Follow Us: Instagram | Twitter Created by CurtCo Media Concept by Jenny Curtis Theme music by Chris Porter A CurtCo Media Production See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Music from Shelby Lynne, Ron Sexsmith, Rose Cousins, Bettye Lavette, Waxahatchee, Half Moon Run, Fineas, Slow Leaves, Kathleen Edwards, Gabe Dixon, and Garrison Starr,

Here's who is in the kitchen this week:  Lewis Capaldi, Ruthie Foster, George Harrison, Matt Duke, Garrison Starr with Jay Nash, Andra Day, Joss Stone, The Product G&B with Carlos Santana, Eric Clapton with Carlos Santana, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Meek Mill, and Sonny Landreth.  

My Sister, My Brother joined Coffee, Country & Cody on March 5, 2020 recorded at the WSM Studios. This incredible group includes Garrison Starr, Sean McConnell and Peter Groenwald. They stopped by to chat about their new album - and how the group formed! 

Seele Magazine Editor, Ally sat down with Americana singer/songwriters Sean McConnell and Garrison Starr on their European Tour, on their pitt stop in London last week. Sean has released 13 albums and written for artists like: Tim McGraw, Martina McBride, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, and Christina Aguilera. And Garrison Starr is a singer, songwriter and record producer based in Los Angeles, and known for her vibrant and impassioned live performances. In a wholesome conversation about music and the creative process of songwriting we got into some juicy topics about the differences between their American and European audiences, their inspiration, Garrisson's persecution in her faith journey, and what we can expect to see from them in 2020, which include their duo group, "My Sister, My Brother" hopefully touring sometime this year.

Nashville wrap-up show! Featuring interviews at Acme Radio at The California Country Show Showcase at Acme Feed and See in Nashville, with Jim Lauderdale, Brian Wright, Garrison Starr, Manda Mosher, Leroy from the North, Lasers Lasers Birmingham, and more! The California Country Radio Show airs weekly on KLBP, KTNK, KCNQ, The Ranch, Simi Valley more coming soon! www.california-country.com Subscribe for updates and follow on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @calcountryshow Artist or manager? Message me to book an appearance and have your music played: justdave@california-country.com Background music: "California Wildfire" by Just Dave Band, all rights reserved

A multi-instrumentalist sideman who’s also released 9 solo LPs, Will has written, toured, recorded or produced with Rodney Crowell, Shemekia Colepand, Todd Snider, Steve Poltz, Kim Richey, Garrison Starr, Josh Rouse, Matthew Ryan, Jimmy Buffet, Little Feat, Todd Snider, Emmylou Harris, Steve Earle, Mavis Staples & others Will talks about growing up in Mobile, Alabama and its impact on him, personally and musically… working with Jimmy Buffet, Todd Snider, Steve Earle, Emmylou Harris, Mavis Staples (and the lesson she taught him)... great advice on recording and songwriting, taking care of his father and more. Great stories from a great songwriter:  Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/ELovesGuitar 

Show biz includes the music biz, and my next guest is from Mississippi, that’s where the accent is from. She started playing out at chapel when she was 15 and got started in the Memphis music scene not long after that, which led her to a development deal with Geffen when she was 19. The music industry shifted in major ways and she’s managed to keep up and pivot, all while deprogramming herself from fundamentalist christianity, well, the unraveling still goes on, but it sure does make for good songwriting! She’s played with some the greats, from Patty Griffin to Emmylou Harris, to Mary Chapin Carpenter, and lots more. We take a sneak peek/listen to her upcoming album titled GIRL I USED TO BE. I’ve listened to the whole thing, and it sounds like a tender, homecoming of sorts. Oh and one of her other songs, not from the album, is on the new Backstreet Boys record. WHAT?!! Cheers to Garrison and all humans out there doing the work, cheers to unraveling, and trying to get back to your birth state with some perspective. I hope you enjoy a slightly longer conversation with me and my friend, Garrison Starr.

Billy Hawn is a drummer-percussionist who has recorded or shared the stage with such artists as Jason Reeves, Colbie Caillat, Andy Grammer, Katy Perry, Sara Bareilles, Delta Goodrem, Brett Dennen, Charlotte Martin, Pat Green, Mandy Moore, Jason Michael Carroll, Glen Phillips, Tristan Prettyman, Steve Poltz, David Crosby, Dana Carvey, The Indigo Girls, Jackson Browne, Joey Ryan, Damien Rice, Amber Rubarth, Garrison Starr and many others. In 2008 he released his first solo percussion album entitled "Voices In My Head - a percussive collection by Billy Hawn". When he is not touring, Billy can be found playing gigs or recording with some of today's best singer-songwriters in the Los Angeles, Nashville and New York City music scenes. Billy's love for drumming began at an early age, and this passion eventually led him to become a member of the world-renowned Madison Scouts Drum & Bugle Corps percussion section under the direction of Mr. Jeff Moore. Over the years, Billy has diligently built his own personal percussive reputation through performances both live and in the studio. He is known among his peers in the music business for his unique fusion of kit, hand drums, and percussion. Billy's tremendous passion for adding just the right amount of percussive "spice" to any style of music - whether on stage or in the studio - continues to be his defining trait. Can I share that Billy is not only talented musically, but culinarily (I think I just made that word up!). Drummer Billy Hawn is the pro at vegan tourism. Billy unveils the secrets to maintaining and cultivating environmental awareness with his daily habits - While on the Tour Bus! Sing with Billy and the gang and do what they do for ultimate success! Follow Billy @BillyHawn Kiss Kiss, Hug Hug - Much of Many my little honesters! This is True Food for Thought + I'm Just Bein' Honest... Always. xoxo kb www.JustBeinHonest.com Show Sponsor : US CRYOTHERAPY - Get a full "CRYO FLOW" treatment for $29! (Usually $55) When you use code: "Just Bein' Honest" Purchase online for fast and efficient service: One Cryo Flow 1-month unlimited 3-Pack {Please send me an E-mail for more JBH INSIDER deals!} katherine@justbeinhonest.com

Margaret Cho was born Dec. 5, 1968 and raised in San Francisco. “It was different than any other place on Earth,” she says. “I grew up and went to grammar school on Haight Street during the ’70s. There were old hippies, ex-druggies, burnouts, drag queens, and Chinese people. To say it was a melting pot – that’s the least of it. It was a really confusing, enlightening, wonderful time.” Ignoring the traditions of her patriarchal culture, her mother bravely resisted an arranged marriage in Korea and married Margaret’s father a Korean joke book writer. “Books like 1001 Jokes for Public Speakers – real corny stuff,” Cho says. “I guess we’re in the same line of work. But we don’t understand each other that way. I don’t understand why the things he says are funny and the same for him.” What Margaret did know is that being a kid was hard. Racing toward adulthood as fast as she could to escape the constant bullying she endured, Margaret began writing jokes at 14 and professionally performing at age 16. Getting picked on, and not having a feeling of belonging, is a subject that’s not only near to Margaret’s heart, but something she still feels very deeply despite all of her successes. In that sense, Margaret has gladly and graciously become the “Patron Saint for Outsiders,” speaking for those who are not able to speak for themselves, and encouraging people who can to use their voice to promote change.Soon after starting her Stand Up career, Margaret won a comedy contest where first prize was opening for Jerry Seinfeld. She moved to Los Angeles in the early ’90s and, still in her early twenties, hit the college circuit, where she immediately became the most booked act in the market and garnered a nomination for “Campus Comedian of The Year.” She performed over 300 concerts within two years. Arsenio Hall introduced her to late night audiences, Bob Hope put her on a prime time special and, seemingly overnight, Margaret Cho became a national celebrity. Her groundbreaking, controversial, and short-lived ABC sitcom, All-American Girl (1994) soon followed. Oddly, while chosen because of who she was – a non-conformist Korean American woman with liberal views – the powers-that-be decided they preferred for Margaret to “tone it down” for the show. She soon realized that though she was an Executive Producer, this would be a battle she could not win. “For fear of being too “ethnic,” the show got so watered down for television that by the end, it was completely lacking in the essence of what I wanted to accomplish.” The experience was a traumatic one, bringing up unresolved feelings left over from childhood, and Margaret developed an eating disorder as a response to criticism about her body. She was so obsessive in her goal to try to be what she thought others wanted, that she landed in the hospital with kidney failure. Through out this period of self-abuse, Margaret continued performing to sold-out audiences in comedy clubs, theaters, and college campuses, working to channel her anger in to something more positive. In 1999, her groundbreaking, off Broadway one-woman show, I’m The One That I Want, toured the country to national acclaim and was made into a best-selling book and feature film of the same name. After her experience with All-American Girl, Margaret wanted to make sure she would only ever have to answer to herself, putting herself in charge of the distribution and sales of her film, which garnered incredible reviews and broke records for ‘Most Money Grossed per Print’. In 2001, after the success of her first tour, Maragaret launched Notorious C.H.O., a smash-hit 37-city national tour that culminated in a sold-out concert at Carnegie Hall. Notorious C.H.O., hailed by the New York Times as “Brilliant,” was recorded and released as a feature film. Both films were acquired by Showtime, and produced by Margaret’s production company, a testament to the success of Margaret’s business model. In March of 2003, Margaret embarked on her third sold-out national tour, Revolution. It was heralded by the Chicago Sun Times as “Her strongest show yet” and the CD recording was nominated for a Grammy for Comedy Album of the Year. In 2005, she released Assassin, with The Chicago Tribune stating “(Assassin) packs passion in to each punch.” The concert film premiered in select theatres and on the gay and lesbian premium channel Here! TV. In 2007, Margaret hit the road with Cyndi Lauper, Debbie Harry and Erasure, along with indie faves The Dresden Dolls and The Cliks, to host the True Colors Tour, benefiting the Human Rights Campaign. An entertainment pioneer, Margaret also created and starred in The Sensuous Woman, a live variety show featuring vaudevillian burlesque and comedy, which she took for an extended off-Broadway run in the fall. Margaret returned to TV in 2008 with the VH1 series, The Cho Show. Describing it as a ‘reality sitcom,’ Margaret said at the time, “It’s the closest I’ve been able to come on television to what I do as a comic.” The Cho Show followed Margaret, her real parents, and her eccentric entourage through a series of bold and outrageous experiences, shaped by Margaret’s ‘anything goes’ brand of stand-up. The aptly titled Beautiful came next, exploring the good, bad and ugly in beauty, and the marketers who shape our world. The concert premiered in Australia at The Sydney Theater, marking the first time Margaret debuted a tour abroad. While touring through the US, the concert was filmed at the Long Beach theatre, aired as a special on Showtime in 2009, and then released as both a DVD and a book. In 2009 Margaret nabbed a starring role in the comedy/drama series Drop Dead Diva, which aired for six seasons on the Lifetime network. Margaret enjoyed not having the sole responsibility for keeping things afloat. “(Drop Dead Diva) was a very fulfilling experience. It let me taking about the things I talk about, like body image, and women feeling good about themselves.” Never one to shy away from a challenge, Margaret stepped right up to the plate when asked to do Season 11 of the highly- rated Dancing with the Stars. Paired with pro Louie Van Amstel, Margaret was on the show’s most controversial seasons. Margaret got a very strong reaction to her Rainbow Dancing Dress during a time when the issue of bullying, especially among gay teens, was being heavily covered in the media. “I am very proud to have been able to wear a gay pride dress on a show that is so conservative.” 2010 culminated with another high honor, a second Grammy Award nomination for Comedy Album of the Year for Cho Dependent, her incredibly funny collection of music. Featuring collaborations with Fiona Apple, Andrew Bird, Grant Lee Phillips, Tegan & Sara, Ben Lee and more, the album received critical acclaim. The album is funny, but also quite musical, featuring not only her surprisingly strong singing voice, but her skill on the guitar, banjo and dulcimer. “I was inspired to make beautiful music with a comic edge. I took this very seriously, taking vocal and guitar lessons while I was touring.” Margaret self released Cho Dependent on her own Clownery Records, and was encouraged by the acclaim, since there are only a handful of artists putting out true albums of comedy music – “Weird” Al Yankovic, Flight of the Conchords, The Lonely Island, to name a few – yet no women. In 2011, Margaret released the live concert film of Cho Dependent, which also had its cable network debut on Showtime. Shot at the Tabernacle in Atlanta, GA, she remained uncensored, with a characteristically no-holds-barred show. In 2012, Margaret spent whatever free time she had crafting her all new standup show, the uproariously and aptly named MOTHER, which kicked off with both a US and European tour. According to Margaret, “MOTHER offers up an untraditional look at motherhood and how we look at maternal figures and strong women in queer culture.” Margaret’s creative side moved ahead at full speed with an Emmy nomination for “Best Guest Performance” on Thirty Rock. After the death of her mentor, Robin Williams, overwhelmed her, a mutual friend told her not to grieve Robin, but to ‘Be Robin’. The hashtag #BeRobin was born, as Margaret began setting up shop in different places around San Francisco in an effort to raise money for the Homeless community. “All I do and create a distraction – comedy and music – for several hours and collect goods and donations for people who need them.” The GoFundMe page Margaret set up [at http://GoFundMe.com/BeRobin ] has raised over $20,000.00 in donations.In 2015, Margaret was one of the hosts of TLC’s All About SEX, a late night call-in talk show with Margaret covering sex toys and alternative sexuality. “I wanted to remove the stigma of women not only buying sex toys, but experimenting with what makes them feel good.”2015 also brought Margaret back to the stand up stage, where she filmed her Showtime special/DVD psyCHO at the historic Gramercy Theatre in New York City. Called “wildly kinetic” by the New York Times, psyCHO “Is about insanity, about the anger I feel about everything happening in the world, from police brutality to racism to the rising tide of violence against women.” In keeping with the show’s theme, the artwork, a portrait she commissioned from artist Vincent Castiglia made entirely of her own blood. There’s no break for Margaret in 2016: The three-time Grammy and Emmy nominee will release her next studio album, American Myth, on April 29th on her Clownery label. The follow up to Cho Dependent, it’s the first collection of new music from Margaret in 6 years. She has already debuted three music videos: “Ron’s Got a DUI” [https://goo.gl/8j3SgH], “Fat Pussy” [https://goo.gl/B6rfER] and the song that set the Internet on its ass (take that, Kardashians), “(I Want To) Kill My Rapist” [https://goo.gl/SMuKhA]. Salon magazine called the song “A new anthem” and UK’s The Guardian reminded anyone who was offended that “Cho is famed for her boldness, her taboo-breaking humour.” Margaret spoke to Billboard about the song saying, “I’m a victim, and now a survivor, of sexual abuse and rape, and I think it’s really hard to talk about it. I think having a song to perform live will allow others to talk about it. It’s a huge issue, and this was cathartic for me.” American Myth, made with her longtime collaborator Garrison Starr, also showcases Margaret’s first efforts as a composer. Margaret says the album is “my glamorous and glittering tribute to family, comedy, anger, fame, gayness, grief, fat pride, love and hate.” In what is a fitting tribute, Margaret has also been named special co-host of E!’s Fashion Police, covering the biggest award shows of 2016. Since Joan Rivers was not only a friend, but also a vocal supporter of Margaret, this has a unique significance. “Although I am not quite a fashionista, I would love to look at it like I am changing it up – Fashion Police: Special Victims Unit. It makes me happiest to spend time with Melissa (Rivers), and when I see her laugh at my jokes, I feel like Joan is smiling.” And in typical “go-go-go” style, Margaret has signed on to develop a “Highland,” a dramedy for Amazon. The hour long show follows Margaret, who after court-0rdered rehab, gets a chance to start over by moving in with her (dysfunctional) family who run a pot dispensary. Co-created by Margaret and writer Liz Sarnoff (“Deadwood,” “Lost,” “Alcatraz”) Margaret is set to star and executive produce as well.   With so much success in her artistic life, Margaret has never turned away from the causes that are important to her. She is incredibly active in anti-racism, anti-bullying, advocating for the homeless and gay rights campaigns, and has been recognized for her unwavering dedication. She was the recipient of the Victory Fund’s Leadership Award and the first-ever Best Comedy Performance Award at the 2007 Asian Excellence Awards. She also received the First Amendment Award from the ACLU of Southern California, and the Intrepid Award from the National Organization for Women (NOW). Margaret has been honored by GLAAD, American Women in Radio and Television, the Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund, the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force (NGLTF), the Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund (AALDEF), PFLAG and LA Pride, who gave Margaret a Lifetime Achievement Award for leaving a lasting imprint on the LGBT community. Through her hard work, Margaret has had the opportunity to be heard, to extend her point of view and become regarded as a true pioneer in her field. She takes none of it for granted. “It’s a wonderful thing to be known as a ‘safe haven’ for people. People come to see me, or buy my records and/or DVDs because my point of view satisfies a lot of what needs to be said out there. More than anything, that makes me really proud.” Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/officialmargaretcho Margaret’s Official YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/mcho88 Twitter: http://twitter.com/margaretcho/ Official Website:http://www.margaretcho.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/margaret_cho/  

Janet Robin Biography “Working with Janet was an unforgettable experience. She followed her spirit – no limits. Janet’s love for her art is evident in her impassioned musicianship and inspired songwriting. The music we created together, vibrant and full of energy, encapsulates all that she is.”-John Carter Cash (Producer, owner Cash Cabin Studios) “From Randy Rhoads to Precious Metal, Lindsey Buckingham to John Carter Cash and all points in between – like a stint working with Meredith Brooks, opening for Midge Ure or appearing with Monte Montgomery – the ongoing tale of singer/guitarist/songwriter Janet Robin is a fascinating journey.” – Pollstar Janet Robin can be defined in a single word: musician. Many people attempt to make music, but few earn that illustrious title. Those in this business reserve that label for the rare individuals who consistently demonstrate a high level of talent, perseverance, taste and sensitivity over a period of time. To these people making music is not simply a pastime; it is a matter of blood and guts. That a serious addiction to making music runs through Robin’s veins is made clear from a quick review of her career. A Southern California native, Robin’s musical education began the moment she met her guitar teacher, Randy Rhoads (Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne). Under Rhoads’ tutelage, Robin became an ace six-string player and, while still in high school, parlayed this education into a position as the lead guitarist for the all-female rock band Precious Metal. Discovered by Rodney Bingenheimer of the legendary L.A. rock radio station KROQ, Precious Metal was soon signed to Polygram Records. Later moving to Chameleon/Capitol Records, Precious Metal released several albums, wrote with Heart, Poison and Cheap Trick, toured extensively and gained accolades from both fans and critics alike. Following the demise of Precious Metal, Robin joined Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham’s band in support of his 1992 solo album, Out of the Cradle (Reprise Records). A consummate pro, working with Buckingham profoundly influenced Robin’s guitar playing, singing and songwriting, as well as her general approach to the music business. This new direction led to Robin’s 1998 debut solo album, Open the Door. Released on her own label, Little Sister Records, Buzz Weekly described the CD as “smart, savvy, fuzzy, hooky pop.” She has seen songs from this album featured in film and television; most notably on the then popular T.V. show Felicity. Ever the road warrior, she supported the disc by opening for such acts as Heart, Colin Hay, Loudon Wainwright III and the Smithereens, steadily building a wide fan base. Robin has since continued to tour heavily and averages as many as 150 dates per year. Encouraged by the warm reception of her debut, Robin released three more albums on Little Sister including the acoustic After the Flood which was recorded in Laurel Canyon and features “Beautiful Freak” which has since become a fan favorite and one of Robin’s defining songs. Also among these records is 2007’s Days of Summer. Recorded with producers David Bianco (Tom Petty, Teenage Fanclub, Mick Jagger) and Steve Baughman (Eminem, 50 Cent), this acoustic based EP is the work of an artist willing and able to explore the poignant emotional states of adulthood while avoiding the stereotypes brought on by most acoustic singer-songwriters. Working on the album was an experience that greatly affected her style and led Robin to many new and exciting opportunities including multiple tours in Europe. 2012 here in the USA, saw Robin release her album Everything Has Changed that bridges the gap between passionate acoustic music and gutsy rock n’ roll. With the help of her dedicated fan base, Robin was able to raise the funds ($20,000) for that studio effort. The loyal support enabled her to team up with producer John Carter Cash (Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band) at Cash Cabin Studios outside of Nashville. The son of Johnny and June, Carter Cash was a producer on the Johnny Cash biopic Walk The Line and produced several records with his father as well as a Grammy Award winning record for June. Built by Johnny in 1979, this studio is where the country legend recorded much of his later work including his final recording, American V: A Hundred Highways, which was released posthumously and co-produced by Rick Rubin and John Carter. Robin had previously released “Everything Has Changed,” in Europe, with Hypertension Music based in Hamburg, Germany. Coupled with the strength of her growing European following and introduced to the German based label by friend and frequent touring partner Colin Hay (Men At Work), Robin signed a licensing and distribution deal with Hypertension for a Winter 2010 European release of Everything Has Changed. The company also did the booking for Robin throughout Europe and after the initial release in Europe, she secured a January 2010 tour with Midge Ure (Ultravox – co-organizer of Live Aid, Band Aid and Live 8). Janet enjoyed the experience of working with Cash so much that she returned this 2016 to record her latest studio effort "Take me as I am" again with John Carter Cash as executive producer and Chuck Turner producing and engineering: "We have talked at great length about this project and he understands my desire and vision to record an album that is representative of the energy brought out in my live performances," Robin says of John Carter Cash. "It’s just great to work with a producer that lets me be myself, yet brings out the best in my work. There weren’t many restraints working with John and the vibe and history at Cash Cabin is overwhelmingly inspiring. John seems to "get me." The official release for "Take me as I am" in the USA will be Oct. 17th, 2016 and the European/UK one will be in January 2017. She has since had several successful headlining tours in the Czech Republic, Poland, Germany, UK, and France where she plays solo acoustic shows, and with a her band, to sold out crowds in clubs (200-400 cap venues) and festivals (1,000's) across Europe. Janet recently finished a 34 date whirlwind summer tour in 5 countries in Europe, culminating with a featured solo performance at the renowned "Blues & Jazz Festival" in Rapperswil-Jona, Switzerland. In addition to pursuing her solo career both in the U.S. and abroad, few musicians are able to work with the great variety of artists that Robin has been fortunate enough to be around. Besides the aforementioned Lindsey Buckingham, Robin has toured, performed with, recorded, or written songs with Tommy Emmanuel, Peppino D’Agostino, Meredith Brooks, Monty Montgomery, Michelle Shocked, Maia Sharp, Marcy Levy (co-writer with Eric Clapton on “Lay Down Sally”), Ann and Nancy Wilson (Heart), Garrison Starr, Anne McCue and many more. Her most recent side-woman gig was the touring guitarist of Air Supply in 2009. In 2015, She was featured on the bill for the prestigious "All Star Guitar Night" which features some of the top guitar players in the world, during the LA NAMM convention. Touring nearly 150 dates a year with her own project, she has seen her solo career rise to higher and higher levels each year. Robin has also had songs placed in TV and films such as “One Life to Live,” “All my Children,” “Felicity,” “Free Enterprise,” and many more. She has also recently completed the original score for the short film “Traces” directed by Joseph Culp (actor Robert Culp’s son) and the film was accepted into the prestigious Palm Springs Short Film Festival and the Hollywood Film Awards, in June 2012. In January of 2015, Janet was also hand-picked to coach and consult actress Jennifer Jason Leigh for 2 months on location and in Los Angeles for a special guitar scene in the Quentin Tarantino film, "The Hateful Eight." The actress was nominated for an Academy Award. And in June/July of 2015 she was also hand picked for the guitar position in the musical "Girlfriend" to rave reviews at The Kirk Douglas Theater in Culver City, California. Along with Janet's busy solo career she has started a side project featuring 4 amazing guitar players- "The String Revolution." Combining 4 guitarists each with their own unique contribution to a "band" sound. They have finished their first release and it was mixed by the prestigious Matt Hyde in London who worked previously with famed guitarists Rodrigo y Gabriela. The record was released Oct. 15, 2016 and touring dates to follow. However, one need not base their judgment on Robin solely on those with whom she has been associated. Only a listen to her albums or a ticket to one of her shows will prove the opening claim to be true. For what underlies the Janet Robin labels of singer, guitarist, songwriter, producer, and road warrior is a single word: musician. Janet Robin Music http://janetrobin.com http://thestringrevolution.com _______________________________________________________________________ Janet Robin conducts guitar workshops, has hosted DVD recordings for Alfred Music Publishing, and is a respected clinician and endorser for Turner-Renaissance Guitars, Line 6. Taylor Guitars, Fender Guitars, Martin Guitars, Seymour Duncan, Audix, Martin Guitars, Daisy Rock, DR Strings, Clayton Picks, & Thimble Slide amongst others.

Free mix training with Lij at MixMasterBundle.com Get yourself a T-shirt at: RSRockstars.com/Tshirt  Theme music: SkadooshMusic.com My guest today is my good friend Pat Sansone, a prolific, and talented multi instrumentalist, songwriter, and Grammy nominated producer.  Pat’s early bands included playing guitar with Beagle Voyage and Stretch Armstrong, a rock band influenced by Black Sabbath and the Butthole Surfers, and then his own power pop band Birdy. In 1999, Pat formed The Autumn Defense, in New Orleans, with his friend John Stirratt of Wilco. He has worked with many great musicians and artists along the way including: Dawes, Jamie Lidell, Phil Selway of Radiohead, The Future Monarchs with Josh Shapera, Elizabeth Cook, Garrison Starr, Richard Julian, Will Kimbrough, Joseph Arthur, Andrew Bird, Josh Rouse, Mavis Staples, Swan Dive, Jenifer Jackson, Ryan Adams, and The Clientele In 2004 Pat joined Wilco following the departure of multi-instrumentalist Leroy Bach. And now Pat plays guitar, keyboard, maracas, and several other instruments, as well as singing backup vocals with Wilco. He was also involved in the writing and recording of Wilco's albums: Sky Blue Sky, Wilco, and co producing The Whole Love in 2011.  Get the full show notes at http://RSRockstars.com/68

Hello All,          Halloween is on the the wind. The big box stores have already begun the brandishing of orange and black. Novelty graves and huckster skeletons with mischievous grins are peppered into the isles of every drug store. It’s here again.  What a strange holiday. Mix some pagan with some dark ages mystic Catholicism and you have the largest dress up party in the whole year. That last sentence seems to take the magic out of the whole thing doesn’t it?    Well I’ll endeavor to re-infuse the wonder and whimsy back into Halloween, or All Saints Eve, or Hallomas, it’s gone by many names. Halloween has always been the harbinger of mystery to my mind. When You’re a kid, holidays represent a true and utter basking excess and sugary richness, the likes of which you can’t even begin to conceive of in a boring month, say for example, May. Screw May, school’s not out yet and the only Holidays involve getting your mom a subpar present (which she’ll love) and Memorial Day, which to your young mind you have ZERO clue as to the significance, So yes. October 31st is incredible.    It’s a holiday centered around the dead, the afterlife, the clawing gnawing voices that go wisp in the dark and kiss the hairs of your neck with ice. Monsters, Goblins. Mysticism.  But it wasn’t always so Camp. So Harry Potter. In the Past it was believed that the portals to the dead were open on Hallow’s Eve, that the dead could seek revenge upon the living who had wronged them, and that for this reason disguises and costumes were adorned to protect those who hadn’t shuffled off their mortal coils. With this fact in mind I’d like you to know that during my childhood I went as a Ninja not once, not twice, but FOUR YEARS IN A ROW! I don’t know why I loved being a Ninja so much. But if you want to dissect it psychologically, just ruminate over the fact that I wanted to be a japanese professional burglar/assassin, powerful and invisible at the same time. If that isn’t a roadmap to Wallflower City I don’t know what is.    This week we have Garrison Starr on the podcast. She’s an excellent story teller and wonderful human and I feel great pleasure having known her and gotten close to her. Have a Listen Below 

Monsters of Talk Margaret Cho and Jim Short, talk music with singer songwriter Garrison Star.

It’s days like today that hold the most promise (and often the most danger); there’s not much going on, not a lot of new music, no real plan whatsoever. We’ll leave it up to you to figure out whether things turned out beautifully or not.

It’s days like today that hold the most promise (and often the most danger); there’s not much going on, not a lot of new music, no real plan whatsoever. We’ll leave it up to you to figure out whether things turned out beautifully or not.

The self-titled debut by AMong the Oak and Ash is a partnership between solo artists Garrison Starr and Josh Joplin covering mostly tradional folk songs in a sometimes untraditional way.