Podcast appearances and mentions of mitch marine

Chris and Jim review the new Dwight Yoakam Album, Brighter Days, released November 15, 2024. Dwight Yoakam' s New Album, Brighter Days is on Via Records/Thirty Tigers.Brighter Days producer, Dwight Yoakam, mixed by Chris Lord-Alge and Marc DeSisto, engineered by Desisto and mastered by Stephen Marcussen. Musicians on the album include Yoakam (lead and harmony vocals, electric guitar, acoustic guitar), Mitch Marine (drums), Jonathan Clark (bass guitar, upright bass, background vocals, Eugene Edwards (electric guitar, baritone guitar), Brian Whelan (electric guitar, acoustic piano, Hammond organ, Fender Rhodes electric piano, acoustic piano, beat box guitar, keyboard motifs, acoustic guitar, baritone guitar, background vocals), Drew Taubenfeld (pedal steel guitar, Hammon organ, mandolin), Eric Baines (bass guitar), Dalton Yoakam (additional vocals), Post Malone (lead vocals), Jamison Hollister (pedal steel guitar, fiddle), Skip Edwards (acoustic piano, Hammond organ) and Ken Stacey (background vocals).

Recorded in Austin, Texas, July 2022

“Rock and Roll’s Best Relief Pitcher" Dan Bern is always ready in the bullpen. A bona-fide songwriting machine, the Iowa-born Bern stays loose by being one of the most prolific guys out there and he’s always ready to take the mound with a new track. Bern has consistently been one of the most inventive, exciting, literate, intelligent and brilliant songwriters of the last 30 years. With close to 30 albums to his name, including his latest Mitch Marine produced effort Ivan’s Barbershop, Dan Bern is one of our very best. He’s written songs for movies like "Walk Hard" and "Get Him To The Greek," he’s toured with Ani DiFranco and he’s dueted with Emmylou Harris. But he doesn’t just write songs—he’s an accomplished painter, the author of several books and a pretty solid tennis player. He and I are going to bash it around one of these days on the tennis court, but until we do, our rallies will be conversational. In this particular rally, we chat about teasing Marshall Crenshaw in Alaska, the songwriting magic of Mike Viola and the quiet magic of Peter Fleming. We also talk about the creative process during quarantine, the John Riggins theory of productivity and why it’s easier now to say no….

Eliza James has been a successful, working professional Violinist and musician in Los Angeles since the age of 18. She performs regularly with artists such as Burt Bacharach, Paul Anka, Shakira, Nicki Minaj, John Legend, Pink, Daft Punk, Kanye West, P. Diddy, Yoshiki, Taylor Hicks, Cowboy Troy, Marco Antonio Solis, Googoosh, Roberta Flack, Mario Biondi, Gloria Gaynor, Anita Ward, Evelyn Champagne-King, Willie Chambers (The Chambers Brothers), Harry Connick Jr, David Gates/Bread, Bernadette Peters,Randy Travis, Billy Idol, Los Tri-o, Javuni, Rahzel, 3 Doors Down, Andrea Bocelli, Trulio Disgracias, Norwood Fisher (Fishbone), VTA - Vincenzo Thomas Amato, Casey veggies, Candyman 187, Jordy Towers, JMSN, Jimmy Haslip, Oscar Seaton, Alejandro Sanz, Chris Botti, The Harlem Renaissance Jazz Orchestra, Oscar Peterson, Warren Hill, Diana Krall, Renee Olstead, Dave Schulz(Berlin), Cody Carpenter, Ben Dukes, Larry Bagby and The Calling. She has performed on multiple occasions at the Grammys, the American Music Awards, the Academy Awards, the Women in Film Awards, the BET Awards, American Idol, the Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Hollywood Christmas Celebration At the Grove, the JC Penney Jam and the Sundance Film Festival. Eliza is the featured solo violinist in Burt Bacharach and Paul Anka’s touring bands and has played the Wrightgaarden Langesund Summer Festival (Norway), the Milano Jazz Festival, the North Sea Jazz Festivals (Rotterdam Holland and Curacao), the Tokyo Jazz Festival, the Montreal Pop Festival, the Umbria Jazz Festival (Perugia Italy) and the Playboy Jazz Festival (Hollywood CA). She has toured the world performing in magnificent concert venues in Italy, Sicily, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Holland, Belgium, Japan, Singapore, Australia, England, Scotland, Canada, Mexico,Brazil, Spain, Curacao and Israel. Eliza is well-versed in many styles of music including classical, pop, country, hiphop, blues, rock and Persian/middle-eastern. Residing in Hollywood California, she performs on major motion picture soundtracks/scores some of which include March of the Penguins, Talladega Nights, The Conjuring, "The Devil's Carnival (directed by Darren Bousman)", A Lot Like Love, Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story, and Unaccompanied Minors. Eliza also arranged/recorded all of the strings for Natalie Cole’s hit “Love Brought Me Back” now available in stores. Eliza has worked with many producers & composers including Burt Bacharach, David Foster, Ted Pearlman, Marti Frederiksen, Bruce Robb, Skip Saylor, Joe Barresi, Don Cromwell (Air Supply), Justin Gariano, DJ Lethal, Bob Horn, Curt Piar, Mitch Marine, Marc Jordan, Mark Needham, Richie Stites, Lee Miles, Joe Bishara, Corey Wallace, Jamison Trotter and Nigel Starr. Eliza’s extensive early classical training with teachers such as Brian Lewis, Maurice Sklar and Dorothy DeLay has given her a deep appreciation for music education and she continues to be an active member of the teaching community, encouraging other young artists to pursue their goals and musical aspirations. http://elizajamesmusic.com

Andy Timmons is of the most intense and talented guitar players out there, period. He’s also one of the most genuine and sincere guys I’ve had the pleasure of speaking to. His ability to go from raging fire to melodic ballads musically… is rooted in his inner sensitivity, kindness and humility... For Andy, when it comes to playing, it’s all about serving the song, as he explains on this very candid conversation… We talked about everything from why Andy always had incredible drummers like Simon Phillips and Mitch Marine… to cats… to our new up and coming show soon to be released called “Figuring Shit Out?” One of my favorite people and one of the best interviews I’ve ever had, listen to this now... Subscribe https://www.EveryoneLovesGuitar.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ELovesGuitar

More than once, F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote “There are no second acts in American lives.” Scholars have long debated what the author meant by that statement, but regardless of intent or implication, when taken literally it can be a stark reality for some people. Jimmer Podrasky's first act opened when he cast himself as the leader of the Pittsburg, Pennsylvania band, The Rave-Ups - a band that deftly mixed country, rock and other styles of music before doing so became an avocation for the bands who would be labeled as the progenitors of alternative country music. The Rave-Ups had enough regional buzz to warrant a move to Los Angeles, but it didn't last. When the other three members opted to return to Pittsburgh, Podrasky stayed, assembled a new lineup and continued to record, play shows and court record labels. At one point, all four members of the band worked in the mailroom at A&M records and they rehearsed in the basement afterhours. When Podrasky began dating her sister, actress Molly Ringwald became a friend of the band and created a pop culture footnote when she inscribed The Rave-Ups' name on her three-ring binder in the 1986 John Hughes movie, Pretty in Pink. In a bewildering turn of fate, although The Rave-Ups had two songs featured in the movie as well as appearing in scene, neither cut made it onto the soundtrack of the coming of age classic. The band garnered critical accolades but struggled to achieve mainstream success and they officially split up in 1992. The Rave-Ups played occasional shows in the ensuing years, but Podrasky took a two decade-plus break from recording to focus on being a father to Chance, the son he'd had with Beth Ringwald. The near-collapse of the American economy in the autumn of 2008 found Podrasky being laid off from his job as a script reader and an incredible run of misfortune befell him. As Podrasky struggled to find work, he lost his apartment, his dog died and Chance struggled with addiction. At one point, the Podrasky's were living in a car parked in a friend's driveway and a phone call led to a three-day stint in a mental institution when a concerned relative mistook Podrasky's depressed musings for suicidal intent. A chance encounter with actor/musician Robbie Rist marked a turn in Podrasky's fortunes. Although he hadn't been recording, Podrasky never stopped writing songs and there were now hundreds to choose from when producer and Dwight Yoakam drummer, Mitch Marine began sorting through them to find the ringers that would eventually comprise Podrasky's long overdue new record, the aptly named The Would-Be Plans. When listening to the ten songs on The Would-Be Plans, a case could be made that Podrasky was so far ahead of the curve that only by 2014 can listeners finally and fully appreciate his genius songcraft. Podrasky's confident and cocky vocals haven't lost a step and the record simply crackles with pitch-perfect accompaniment by a band comprised of ace players. It's a hell of a second act, and one that might make Fitzgerald smile and shake his hips.

More than once, F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote “There are no second acts in American lives.” Scholars have long debated what the author meant by that statement, but regardless of intent or implication, when taken literally it can be a stark reality for some people. Jimmer Podrasky’s first act opened when he cast himself as the leader of the Pittsburg, Pennsylvania band, The Rave-Ups - a band that deftly mixed country, rock and other styles of music before doing so became an avocation for the bands who would be labeled as the progenitors of alternative country music. The Rave-Ups had enough regional buzz to warrant a move to Los Angeles, but it didn’t last. When the other three members opted to return to Pittsburgh, Podrasky stayed, assembled a new lineup and continued to record, play shows and court record labels. At one point, all four members of the band worked in the mailroom at A&M records and they rehearsed in the basement afterhours. When Podrasky began dating her sister, actress Molly Ringwald became a friend of the band and created a pop culture footnote when she inscribed The Rave-Ups’ name on her three-ring binder in the 1986 John Hughes movie, Pretty in Pink. In a bewildering turn of fate, although The Rave-Ups had two songs featured in the movie as well as appearing in scene, neither cut made it onto the soundtrack of the coming of age classic. The band garnered critical accolades but struggled to achieve mainstream success and they officially split up in 1992. The Rave-Ups played occasional shows in the ensuing years, but Podrasky took a two decade-plus break from recording to focus on being a father to Chance, the son he’d had with Beth Ringwald. The near-collapse of the American economy in the autumn of 2008 found Podrasky being laid off from his job as a script reader and an incredible run of misfortune befell him. As Podrasky struggled to find work, he lost his apartment, his dog died and Chance struggled with addiction. At one point, the Podrasky’s were living in a car parked in a friend’s driveway and a phone call led to a three-day stint in a mental institution when a concerned relative mistook Podrasky’s depressed musings for suicidal intent. A chance encounter with actor/musician Robbie Rist marked a turn in Podrasky’s fortunes. Although he hadn’t been recording, Podrasky never stopped writing songs and there were now hundreds to choose from when producer and Dwight Yoakam drummer, Mitch Marine began sorting through them to find the ringers that would eventually comprise Podrasky’s long overdue new record, the aptly named The Would-Be Plans. When listening to the ten songs on The Would-Be Plans, a case could be made that Podrasky was so far ahead of the curve that only by 2014 can listeners finally and fully appreciate his genius songcraft. Podrasky’s confident and cocky vocals haven’t lost a step and the record simply crackles with pitch-perfect accompaniment by a band comprised of ace players. It’s a hell of a second act, and one that might make Fitzgerald smile and shake his hips.

More than once, F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote “There are no second acts in American lives.” Scholars have long debated what the author meant by that statement, but regardless of intent or implication, when taken literally it can be a stark reality for some people. Jimmer Podrasky’s first act opened when he cast himself as the leader of the Pittsburg, Pennsylvania band, The Rave-Ups - a band that deftly mixed country, rock and other styles of music before doing so became an avocation for the bands who would be labeled as the progenitors of alternative country music. The Rave-Ups had enough regional buzz to warrant a move to Los Angeles, but it didn’t last. When the other three members opted to return to Pittsburgh, Podrasky stayed, assembled a new lineup and continued to record, play shows and court record labels. At one point, all four members of the band worked in the mailroom at A&M records and they rehearsed in the basement afterhours. When Podrasky began dating her sister, actress Molly Ringwald became a friend of the band and created a pop culture footnote when she inscribed The Rave-Ups’ name on her three-ring binder in the 1986 John Hughes movie, Pretty in Pink. In a bewildering turn of fate, although The Rave-Ups had two songs featured in the movie as well as appearing in scene, neither cut made it onto the soundtrack of the coming of age classic. The band garnered critical accolades but struggled to achieve mainstream success and they officially split up in 1992. The Rave-Ups played occasional shows in the ensuing years, but Podrasky took a two decade-plus break from recording to focus on being a father to Chance, the son he’d had with Beth Ringwald. The near-collapse of the American economy in the autumn of 2008 found Podrasky being laid off from his job as a script reader and an incredible run of misfortune befell him. As Podrasky struggled to find work, he lost his apartment, his dog died and Chance struggled with addiction. At one point, the Podrasky’s were living in a car parked in a friend’s driveway and a phone call led to a three-day stint in a mental institution when a concerned relative mistook Podrasky’s depressed musings for suicidal intent. A chance encounter with actor/musician Robbie Rist marked a turn in Podrasky’s fortunes. Although he hadn’t been recording, Podrasky never stopped writing songs and there were now hundreds to choose from when producer and Dwight Yoakam drummer, Mitch Marine began sorting through them to find the ringers that would eventually comprise Podrasky’s long overdue new record, the aptly named The Would-Be Plans. When listening to the ten songs on The Would-Be Plans, a case could be made that Podrasky was so far ahead of the curve that only by 2014 can listeners finally and fully appreciate his genius songcraft. Podrasky’s confident and cocky vocals haven’t lost a step and the record simply crackles with pitch-perfect accompaniment by a band comprised of ace players. It’s a hell of a second act, and one that might make Fitzgerald smile and shake his hips.

There is no doubt that being a professional musician means taking all kinds of gigs. Gigs can be recording dates, playing live shows, teaching and performing in more unorthodox venues under sometimes-dubious circumstances - anything to keep at it. One type of gig that nearly all musicians strive and starve for is called "the gravy gig" - a type of regular, well-paying situation that frequently brings in a reliable income and allows them the relative freedom to pursue other musical goals without as much concern for its profitability. Drummer Mitch Marine had been in the music business for nearly two decades when he got the call to join country pioneer Dwight Yoakam's band. Since then, Marine has recorded four albums with Yoakam, including 2012's acclaimed "3 Pears," and played hundreds of shows all over the world. It's a class-A gravy gig, and Marine has used the stability that comes with playing with a major artist to build a respectable career as a producer and session drummer with a growing list of artists to his credit and a keen ear for polishing the music artists he produces the perfect amount.

There is no doubt that being a professional musician means taking all kinds of gigs. Gigs can be recording dates, playing live shows, teaching and performing in more unorthodox venues under sometimes-dubious circumstances - anything to keep at it. One type of gig that nearly all musicians strive and starve for is called "the gravy gig" - a type of regular, well-paying situation that frequently brings in a reliable income and allows them the relative freedom to pursue other musical goals without as much concern for its profitability. Drummer Mitch Marine had been in the music business for nearly two decades when he got the call to join country pioneer Dwight Yoakam's band. Since then, Marine has recorded four albums with Yoakam, including 2012's acclaimed "3 Pears," and played hundreds of shows all over the world. It's a class-A gravy gig, and Marine has used the stability that comes with playing with a major artist to build a respectable career as a producer and session drummer with a growing list of artists to his credit and a keen ear for polishing the music artists he produces the perfect amount.

There is no doubt that being a professional musician means taking all kinds of gigs. Gigs can be recording dates, playing live shows, teaching and performing in more unorthodox venues under sometimes-dubious circumstances - anything to keep at it. One type of gig that nearly all musicians strive and starve for is called "the gravy gig" - a type of regular, well-paying situation that frequently brings in a reliable income and allows them the relative freedom to pursue other musical goals without as much concern for its profitability. Drummer Mitch Marine had been in the music business for nearly two decades when he got the call to join country pioneer Dwight Yoakam's band. Since then, Marine has recorded four albums with Yoakam, including 2012's acclaimed "3 Pears," and played hundreds of shows all over the world. It's a class-A gravy gig, and Marine has used the stability that comes with playing with a major artist to build a respectable career as a producer and session drummer with a growing list of artists to his credit and a keen ear for polishing the music artists he produces the perfect amount.