Podcast appearances and mentions of Robert Ellis

Courtney Hartman is a singer-songwriter and guitarist, formerly of the Grammy nominated bluegrass band Della Mae who now performs and releases solo records featuring collaborations with Bill Frisell, Anais Mitchell, Sam Amidon and an entire record of duets with a past guest of ours, Robert Ellis. We talk with Courtney about her very intentional regrounding and reaffirmation of her commitment to make music her career, learning to love the little things in life and creativity, showing up in love no matter the season, inspiration in routine, releasing the ego from craving overly-complex music, constantly changing perspectives, and a whole lot more.Get more access and support this show by subscribing to our Patreon, right here.Links:Courtney HartmanDella MaeEp 42 - Robert EllisBryan Sutton's guitar campEp 6 - Andrew CombsClick here to watch this conversation on YouTube.Social Media:The Other 22 Hours InstagramThe Other 22 Hours TikTokMichaela Anne InstagramAaron Shafer-Haiss InstagramAll music written, performed, and produced by Aaron Shafer-Haiss. Become a subscribing member on our Patreon to gain more inside access including exclusive content, workshops, the chance to have your questions answered by our upcoming guests, and more.

This is the 4th and final episode of our thematic mini-series, and this week we are looking at the ways some of our Patreon's favorite guests have found to balance their family lives and their creative lives - from reevaluating what a meaningful approach looks like as your family grows, or juggling family life while both parents are creatives (ala Robert Ellis), to touring with kids and understanding your place as a creative in the broader fabric of society (ala Leyla McCalla), or budgeting and optimizing your creative time while being the primary care taker (ala Joe Henry). If you want to hear our full conversations with each of these guests they are linked below, and you can find a playlist with more conversations touching on balacing family + creative life on our YouTube page (also linked below).Get more access and support this show by subscribing to our Patreon, right here.Links:Ep 42 - Robert EllisEp 12 - Leyla McCallaEp 39 - Joe HenryClick here to watch this conversation on YouTube.Social Media:The Other 22 Hours InstagramThe Other 22 Hours TikTokMichaela Anne InstagramAaron Shafer-Haiss InstagramAll music written, performed, and produced by Aaron Shafer-Haiss. Become a subscribing member on our Patreon to gain more inside access including exclusive content, workshops, the chance to have your questions answered by our upcoming guests, and more.

Taylor Goldsmith of Dawes joins us to talk about the evolution of humor in his songwriting, why he's transparent with his fans, and maybe the most Bob Dylan of Bob Dylan stories we've ever heard. PART ONE:Paul and Scott address the recent wildfires in the Los Angeles area, and encourage people to help make a difference by considering a donation through one of four organizations: Fire Aid (fireaidla.org)The Red Cross (redcross.org)MusiCares (musicares.org)World Central Kitchen (wck.org) PART TWO:Our in-depth conversation with Taylor Goldsmith of DawesABOUT TAYLOR GOLDSMITH:Taylor Goldsmith is best known as the lead singer, guitarist, and primary songwriter for the folk-influenced rock band Dawes. The group, which also includes Taylor's brother, Griffin, has released nine full-length studio albums, six of which have hit the Top 5 on Billboard's Americana/Folk Albums chart, and four of which have hit the Top 10 on Billboard's rock chart. In addition to his work with Dawes, he has been a member of the band Middle Brother with Matt Vasquez of Delta Spirit and John McCauley of Deer Tick. Taylor also contributed to T Bone Burnett's New Basement Tapes project—which completed unfinished Bob Dylan songs—alongside Marcus Mumford, Jim James, Rhiannon Giddens, and Elvis Costello. As a songwriter outside the band, Taylor has collaborated with The Killers, Conor Oberst, Brandon Flowers, Robert Ellis, Demi Lovato, and his wife Mandy Moore. The most recent Dawes album, released in October of 2024, is called Oh Brother. Sadly, not long after our conversation, both Taylor and his brother Griffin became victims of the massive Southern California wildfires that devastated portions of the Los Angeles area and severely damaged or destroyed their homes.  

Americana, Roots,Country, Folk and Acoustic music. New and classic tracks.Episode includes music by Yola, Sid Griffin, Robert Ellis, David Crosby and Patty Griffin.

Send us a textMatt Krahula is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, producer, currently based out of Honolulu, HI.  He is the bassist for Grammy Nominated artist Henry Kapono, lead singer of The Nightmare River Band and one half of the Chamber Folk duo, Beyond Hope, with Canadian Singer Fiddler, Sierra Noble.  After years of touring the mainland and bouncing around the vibrant New York City music scene, Krahula uplifted his roots and decided to take his talents to sunny Waikiki.  Since 2018, he has established himself as one of the most in demand artists in Hawaii, with residencies at some of Oahu's most popular bars and clubs, and opening slots for major artists such as Silver Sun Pickups, Frank Turner, Mike Love, Jerry Santos, and Keola Beamer.  Krahula started his musical career at the Purchase Conservatory of Music, earning a Bachelor Degree in Classical Music Performance on Upright Bass. He has spent the last 15 years touring, writing and recording, playing over 500 shows with his band, and sharing the stage with acts such as Old Man Markley, The Last Bandoleros, Boy and Bear, Matt Simons, Tokyo Police Club, and Robert Ellis.  He has previously been nominated for an Independent Music Award for Best Alt-Folk song of the Year and has performed at Summerfest, SXSW, and CMJ to name a few. His music has been featured in 9-1-1 on Fox, American Pickers, Showtime's Gigolo's, Comedy Bang! Bang!, NHL Broadcasts, as well as several commercial campaigns.​Since relocating to Hawaii, Matt has developed a reputation as one of the most dependable sidemen in the scene.  He is a full time member of Henry Kapono's legendary Dukes on Sunday Band, upright bassist for Hawaii's premier bluegrass band, Hook & Line, as well as bassist for the indie rockers, 7 Pairs of Iron Shoes.  He has also found himself playing with the likes of Sistah Robi Kahakalau (Grammy Nominee), Tavana, Josh Tatofi (Hoku Award Winner), Kimie Miner (Grammy Nominee), Alx Kawakami, John Cruz, Keola Beamer, and Brother Noland (Pineapple Express).Matt Krahula WebsiteOskar Cartaya - Latin Bass Workshophttps://www.thebassshedacademy.org/events/latin-bass-workshop-october-26Barry Green - The Inner Game of Music Workshophttps://www.thebassshedacademy.org/events/barry-green-the-inner-game-of-musicBarry Green- Four Elementshttps://www.thebassshedacademy.org/events/barry-green-four-elementsConnectInstagram: Instagram.com/The_Bass_ShedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBassShedThreads: https://www.threads.net/@the_bass_shedTwitter (X): https://x.com/bassshedFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Bass.Shed.official/Podcast Directory/Subscribe: https://thebassshedpodcast.buzzsprout.com/followBass Shed Academy: https://www.thebassshedacademy.orgGet Featured: https://www.thebassshed.com/featureSupport the showInstagram / Twitter / Youtube / Website / BSA / View More Episodes

In this week's episode, Lee is joined by Robert Ellis, a member of Grace Auburn Church. He and his wife, Elizabeth have served as community group leaders, Grace Kids Teacher and are actively involved in other areas of our church. Robert shares his journey toward trusting Jesus with everything in his life and how they commitment revolutionized his relationship with giving of his treasure to the Kingdom of God.

In this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I had the pleasure of sitting down with singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Matt Krahula. I recently stumbled upon his music and was instantly hooked.Matt Krahula, currently based in Honolulu, HI, is a true musical talent. He's the bassist for Grammy-nominated artist Henry Kapono, the lead singer of The Nightmare River Band, and one half of the Chamber Folk duo Beyond Hope, alongside Canadian singer-fiddler Sierra Noble. After years of touring across the mainland and immersing himself in New York City's vibrant music scene, Matt decided to plant new roots in sunny Waikiki. Since 2018, he's become one of Hawaii's most sought-after artists, securing residencies at some of Oahu's top venues and opening for major acts like Silver Sun Pickups, Frank Turner, Mike Love, Jerry Santos, and Keola Beamer.Matt's musical journey began at the Purchase Conservatory of Music, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Classical Music Performance on Upright Bass. Over the past 15 years, he's toured extensively, written, and recorded music, playing over 500 shows with his band. He's shared the stage with acts like Old Man Markley, The Last Bandoleros, Boy & Bear, Matt Simons, Tokyo Police Club, and Robert Ellis. His talent has earned him a nomination for an Independent Music Award for Best Alt-Folk Song of the Year, and his music has been featured in TV shows like 9-1-1 on Fox, American Pickers, Showtime's Gigolos, NHL broadcasts, and various commercial campaigns.Since making Hawaii his home, Matt has built a solid reputation as a dependable sideman. He's a full-time member of Henry Kapono's legendary Wild Hawaiian Band and the resident bassist for Hawaii's premier bluegrass band, Hook + Line, as well as the indie rockers, 7 Pairs of Iron Shoes. He's also had the privilege of playing with celebrated artists such as Sistah Robi Kahakalau (Grammy Nominee), Tavana, Josh Tatofi (Hoku Award Winner), Kimie Miner (Grammy Nominee), Alx Kawakami, John Cruz, Keola Beamer, and Brother Noland (of Pineapple Express fame).You can check out more about Matt at krahula.com.  Thank you for tuning in! If you have any questions, feedback, or ideas for the show, feel free to reach out to me at brad@thebandwichtapes.com. And please, spread the word about the show!Our theme song, "Playcation," was written by Mark Mundy.

Send us a Text Message.Matt Krahula is a versatile multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and producer based in Honolulu, HI. He currently plays bass for Grammy-nominated artist Henry Kapono, fronts The Nightmare River Band, and is one half of the chamber folk duo Beyond Hope with Canadian singer-fiddler Sierra Noble. After years of touring the mainland and immersing himself in the vibrant New York City music scene, Krahula relocated to sunny Waikiki. Since 2018, he has become one of Hawaii's most sought-after artists, holding residencies at some of Oahu's top bars and clubs, and opening for major acts like Silver Sun Pickups, Frank Turner, Mike Love, Jerry Santos, and Keola Beamer.Krahula began his musical journey at the Purchase Conservatory of Music, earning a Bachelor's degree in Classical Music Performance on Upright Bass. Over the past 15 years, he has toured extensively, written, and recorded music, performing over 500 shows with his band and sharing the stage with acts such as Old Man Markley, The Last Bandoleros, Boy and Bear, Matt Simons, Tokyo Police Club, and Robert Ellis. He has been nominated for an Independent Music Award for Best Alt-Folk Song of the Year and has performed at renowned festivals like Summerfest, SXSW, and CMJ. His music has been featured in TV shows such as "9-1-1" on Fox, "American Pickers," Showtime's "Gigolos," "Comedy Bang! Bang!," and NHL broadcasts, as well as several commercial campaigns. Since moving to Hawaii, Matt has earned a reputation as one of the most reliable sidemen in the scene. He is a full-time member of Henry Kapono's legendary Dukes on Sunday Band, the upright bassist for Hawaii's premier bluegrass band Hook & Line, and the bassist for indie rockers 7 Pairs of Iron Shoes. He has also performed with Grammy nominee Sistah Robi Kahakalau, Tavana, Hoku Award winner Josh Tatofi, Grammy nominee Kimie Miner, Alx Kawakami, John Cruz, Keola Beamer, and Brother Noland of Pineapple Express.https://www.krahula.com/Support the Show.Thanks for listening for more information or to listen to other podcasts or watch YouTube videos click on this link >https://thetroutshow.com/

I speak with artist and multi-instrumentalist Robert Ellis, one of the best singer-songwriters of his generation. I'll tell you why: first, his songs do what great pop songs do - grab your attention with a hook as sticky as hot honey (check out “Bottle of Wine” for an example), but you get a sense there's always something held in reserve, something that won't be revealed until you come back for a second or third or fourth listen.That might have to do with Robert's respect for the mutable laws of music theory (we talk about the relationship of the V to I cadence as the backbone for all music since Bach), or his sense of play evident in a catalogue that already spans 6 albums across genres as diverse as bluegrass-inspired ripper (“Sing Along”) to 70s' Rock (“Nobody Smokes Anymore”), or the soft spun album “Yesterday's News” reminiscent of Willie Nelson's “Rainbow Connection”.Or it could have to do with the fact that while guitar is his primary instrument (he is a *very* good guitar player) his chops on piano are formidable enough that not only did he release an album on ivories (2019's Texas Piano Man), but he toured it heavily - in a white tux and top hat, often solo at the keys.The Morse Code is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Robert has played Tiny Desk, Mountain Stage, and more recently, Carnegie Hall and collaborated with countless musicians from Taylor Goldsmith of Dawes to Jamestown Revival to Tift Merritt.A few weeks ago he took time off his tour with Parker Millsap to talk with me about his free-spirited approach to songwriting, playing and creativity in general.In this wide-ranging conversation we talk about the narrative parallels between music and  literature, and how even chord progressions have a narrative arc. We talk about the importance of — when evaluating a prospective work of art — shifting the question from “Is it perfect”? to “Is it me?” We even venture into territory of a purely philosophical bent, discussing Free Will and its role in a empathic worldview. Robert is consistent with his meditative practice, and as a father of three, his kids often join in for the morning meditation. We hit on the importance in being absolutely present while both performing and producing, and how that ethos applies to acting. Robert recently acted in a short film, directed by his wife, filmmaker Erica Silverman. He talked a little about that experience which I found revealing and charming and hilarious.Finally, the Texas Troubadour sat down to play his original “On the Run” live in studio on solo guitar. Watch and listen below.There's a lot more in this conversation, one of my favorite ever on this podcast. Get full access to The Morse Code at korby.substack.com/subscribe

In this Episode, Robert Ellis Orrall talks about writing with Taylor Swift.  What she was like as a young writer, how he set up the showcase that got her a record deal and shares two songs her wrote with Swift along with an original from his latest record.Upcoming workshop: Taylor Swift Master class this Tuesday May 28th: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-songwriting-of-taylor-swift-writing-great-melodies-tickets-907284772177Robert Ellis Orrall's website: https://www.robertellisorrall.com/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/6WVQlFV93roOY6iTH3sv6E?si=14585dc1403e4a13Mixed by Peter Sykes: https://www.petersykesmusic.com/Otto Gross: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMnxx19QD-vxD4wnYGTn3JwScarlet's website:https://www.scarletkeys.comScarlet's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarletkeysofficial/Scarlet's website: https://www.scarletkeys.comScarlet's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarletkeysofficial/To purchase Scarlet Keys' book "The Craft of Songwriting:https://www.amazon.com/Craft-Songwriting-Music-Meaning-Emotion/dp/0876391927/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PP55NU6E9ST6&keywords=the+craft+of+songwriting&qid=1659573139&sprefix=the+craft+of+songwritin%2Caps%2C153&sr=8-1

Uur 1 1.         Eternally – Sarah Vaughan 2.         Desperado – Linda Ronstadt 3.         John Denver's Leaving on a jetplane – Acda & De Munnik 4.         A fadista – Ana Moura 5.         A heart in New York – Art Garfunkel 6.         Here we are – Robert Ellis & Parker Millsap 7.         I won't give up – Jason Mraz 8.         Stil in Amsterdam – Micheline van Hautem & Harmonie St. Michael 9.         Photographs and memories – Jim Croce 10.       Faut pas faire de la peine a John – Joe Dassin 11.       Little blue – Jacob Collier & Brandi Carlile 12.       Zeur niet – Conny Stuart 13.       Dos gardenias – Buena Vista Social Club 14.       Twenty small cigars – Frank Zappa   Uur 2 1.         Beautiful – Gordon Lightfoot 2.         My happiness – The Pied Pipers 3.         Lege stoelen – Wende 4.         Odjus fitchadu – Mayra Andrade 5.         New shoes – Paolo Nutini 6.         Gedaan wat ik wilde – Van Piekeren 7.         Pablo's blues – Gare Du Nord 8.         Neuer Morgen – Klaus Hofmann 9.         Heerser van mijn hart – Beatrice van der Poel 10.       Southern nights – Glen Campbell 11.       Jericho (Bluefinger version) – Bertolf 12.       Oh Claire – Antoine Leonpaul 13.       And when I die – Laura Nyro 14.       Moonbounce - Koop

On Wednesday's show: We review the year in politics in our last weekly political roundup of 2023. Also this hour: ‘Tis the season…for holiday-related scams, unfortunately. Agents from the FBI's Houston Field Office tell us about some making the rounds. And we revisit an in-studio performance by Robert Ellis. The Houston native performed for us in May of this year.

Links:Robert EllisNiles City SoundSam HarrisLoch KellyRabbi Hillel (Hillel the Elder)Ep 10 - Joe Pug"Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance" - Robert M. PersigSheryl Crow doc"Effortless Mastery" - Kenny WernerCognitive Behavioral TheoryTara BrachEp 12 - Leyla McCallaClick here to watch this conversation on YouTube.Social Media:The Other 22 Hours InstagramThe Other 22 Hours TikTokMichaela Anne InstagramAaron Shafer-Haiss InstagramSend us your feedback!The Other 22 Hours FeedbackAll music written, performed, and produced by Aaron Shafer-Haiss.

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Episodio para Fans - Episodio 57 de R80 Magacine, spin off de Remake a los 80, revista en formato podcast, solo disponible por suscripción en agradecimiento a los fans. En esta ocasión y complemento del último episodio donde analizamos la película de Scorsese "El Color del Dinero", Agustín Lara analiza brevemente está película del año 1980 de buscavidas y jugadores de billar, con parecido más que razonable. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Escúchanos también en www.remakealos80.com Recuerda suscribirte a nuestro canal de You Tube para estar al día de nuestros directos https://www.youtube.com/@remakealos80 Síguenos en Instagram y Twitter @Remakealos80 y búscanos en Telegram, te dejamos el enlace a nuestro grupo de para que compartas tus opiniones e interactúes con nosotros: https://t.me/joinchat/GXsRJYMd3wQVBG2vEscucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Remake a los 80, cine y videoclub. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/248910

Welcome to a thrilling episode of "Tuesday Night Detectives" on Vintage Classic Radio! This week, we dive into the golden age of radio mysteries with two captivating shows. First up, we have the gripping espionage adventures of "Dick Barton Special Agent." We are introduced to the charismatic and resourceful Dick Barton, who finds himself entangled in a web of international intrigue. When a nefarious villain plots to steal classified government documents, Dick and his loyal team must race against time to thwart the sinister plans. Our hero faces a deadly showdown as he inches closer to uncovering the truth behind the conspiracy. The tension builds, alliances are tested, and danger lurks at every turn. The stellar cast brings these gripping tales to life, with Dick Barton played by John Mann, Snowy White portrayed by Terry Kennedy, Jock Anderson voiced by Peter Dunning, and the enigmatic villain brought to the forefront by Robert Ellis. Following the thrilling exploits of Dick Barton, we present "Night Beat" with the episode titled "The Girl From Kansas," originally aired on June 5th, 1950. Join Randy Stone, the intrepid night reporter, as he embarks on a quest to uncover the stories that come alive in the after-dark city. In this episode, Randy encounters a young woman from Kansas, played by Sarah Turner, who's chasing her dreams in Chicago. However, her journey takes a dark turn when she becomes entangled in a world of deception and danger. As Randy delves deeper into her story, he uncovers layers of mystery and exposes the seedy underbelly of the city. The episode features an exceptional cast, with Randy Stone voiced by Frank Lovejoy, the Girl from Kansas portrayed by Sarah Turner, and additional atmospheric characters brought to life by the talented ensemble. Join us for an evening of suspense, intrigue, and captivating storytelling as we journey back to the golden age of radio mysteries. Tune in to "Tuesday Night Detectives" on Vintage Classic Radio for a double dose of riveting adventures that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

Część druga newslettera za ubiegły miesiąc, a w nim między innymi: - parę słów o piosence, będącej poniekąd konkurencją dla Męskiego Grania - parę mocnych nowości muzycznych w Polsce (Margaret, Kasia Lins) - komentarze do piosenek z najnowszej edycji Midnights od Taylor Swift - co nieco o Beyoncé czy Bad Bunny - taneczne bandery od Kylie Minogue, Dua Lipy i Tove Lo - a także coś dla fanów spokojniejszych brzmień (Lana Del Rey, Weyes Blood) Zapraszam! LINK DO PLAYLISTY: https://tiny.pl/cmj2t - playlista z zawartymi piosenkami z dzisiejszego odcinka TIMELINE: 00:00 - wstęp 02:29 - grupa 1 (Daria Zawiałow, Męskie Granie 2023, Babie Lato 2023) 08:11 - grupa 2 (Margaret, Kasia Lins, LUNA, Julia Wieniawa x Dawid Tyszkowski x Kuba Karaś) 16:24 - grupa nr 3 (Kacperczyk, WaluśKraksaKryzys x Zdechły Osa, Skubas x Krzysztof Zalewski) 23:14 - KIWI i 3 piosenki z EPki PARANOJE 27:21 - Taylor Swift i nowe piosenki z Midnights (The Til Dawn Edition) 36:02 - grupa 4 (Beyoncé x Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny, Shakira, Billie Eilish) 41:22 - grupa 5 (Vesna, Summer Walker, aespa, Overmono, bar italia, Robert Ellis) 48:20 - grupa 6 (Jorja Smith, Kelly Clarkson) 52:58 - grupa 7 (Kylie Minogue, Roisin Murphy, Dua Lipa, Tove Lo) 01:01:26 - grupa 8 (yeule, Lana Del Rey, Weyes Blood, King Hannah, Dolly Parton, Queens of the Stone Age) 01:09:08 - zakończenie CREDITS: Montaż - Sylwester Rożek instagram.com/31grudnia tiktok.com/@31grudniaa Prowadzący - Kuba Zając instagram.com/zajecow tiktok.com/@zajecow facebook.com/zajecow.pogadanki

Khruangbin & Friends “Live At Stubb’s”: Kelly Doyle “Woman Trouble” Ruben Moreno “At The Trailride” The Suffers “Don’t Bother Me” Robert Ellis “Nobody Smokes Anymore” Khruangbin “Blind Man Can See It / (It’s Not The Express) It’s The Monaurail” Khruangbin “Bin Bin” Khruangbin “Friday Morning” Khruangbin “Number 4” Khruangbin “People Everywhere (Still Alive)” Raúl Malo”Say Less”: ”Solitary Blues” “Granada Boulevard” ”Para Los Muertos (For the Dead)” ”Cosa's Cumbia” Escuchar audio

The Texas troubadour returns to our show to opine on owning a nightclub, running a studio, and producing his latest album "Yesterday's News" in Fort Worth.

This week, we bring back an old friend of the show, Fort Worth-based trickster singer/multi-instrumentalist Robert Ellis.  We last spoke in 2018 while we were were both criss-crossing the Netherlands. Then he was in full character as the Texas Piano Man, jumping across the stage between keyboards and guitars with cheeky ear worms like “Topo Chico” and searing Harry Neilsen-esque ballads like “Fucking Crazy,” whipping appreciative crowds into a frenzy. After a long pandemic hiatus, he's back without his lion tamer white tux, stripping things way back to bring us an achingly intimate trance-lullaby of a new record called Yesterday's News. With no jaunty piano to speak of, the new LP uses his tender nylon string guitar and voice as the main storytellers (with upright bass and assorted hand percussion lifting up the songs saturated in delicious tape hiss), diving into the delirium and beauty of being a dad, a husband and an artist who maybe has finally let go of his ravenous ambitions to find a sort of uneasy peace.  As a fellow sleep-deprived songwriter dad myself, the quiet rage and bleary-eyed hope in “Close Your Eyes,” about the long nights spent with a newborn, hit very close to home. Ditto the opener “Gene,” which could be seen as both a moonlit conversation with his young son, but also a fantasy talk with his younger self who maybe didn't have enough encouragement to just be his oddball self and live his truth. How does he put himself to sleep these days, you ask? He listens to old X-Files episodes… in audio form.  While many things have changed since our first episode with Robert (he now owns and runs a bar-music-venue-studio and is touring much less) his mischievous streak remains (you'll hear his cackle of laugh pop the mic many times) making us wonder if the lovely title track to Yesterday's News is both a clear signal of defeat (the relentless capitalist album cycle push is so last century!) and a quiet reminder that Ellis still has so many sharp stories to tell. And this time, you'll have to lean in close to hear them. He will be making some appearances at listening rooms and jazz clubs this summer, and I for one am really looking forward to seeing and hearing this new side of Robert's shapeshifting songwriting in person.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-show-on-the-road-with-z-lupetin1106/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sponsored by: www.betterhelp.com/TheBarnhttps://www.nolantaylormusic.com/Nolan Taylor, a singer-songwriter hailing from Cincinnati, Ohio, possesses a vocal range that effortlessly transitions from the gentle patter of rain to the resounding crack of thunder. His music delves into the depths of hard times, unforgettable nights, and heartache. The emotional resonance of his melodies resonates not just in the ears, but deep within the bones and blood. With themes of yearning, desperation, elation, and sorrow, his lyrics ring with sincerity and authenticity. Nolan's voice channels the collective heartbreak of a lifetime, as if every poignant moment found its voice and mastery through his guitar. His performances are a captivating blend of passion and vitality that infectiously draw listeners into his stories, leaving them spellbound and emotionally invested.Nolan Taylor, Ritch Henderson, Acoustic, Singer-songwriter, Melodies, Lyrics, Intimate, Stripped-down, Organic, Raw, Soul-stirring, Poetic, Nostalgia, Vulnerability, Authenticity, Emotional, Performance, Guitar, Vocals, Storytelling, Folk, Americana, Indie, Coffee shops, Small venues, Festival stages, Online platforms, Personal, Profound, Musicianship, Strumming, Connection, Universal, Beauty, Simplicity, Introspective, Dreamy, Serene, Reflective, Mellow, Expressive, Captivating, Heartfelt, Honest, Gentle, Soulful, Lyrical, Contemplative, Evocative, Atmospheric, Intimate gatherings, Unplugged, Acoustic guitar, Sturgill Simpson, Colter Wall, Cody Jinks, Jason Isbell, Chris Stapleton, John Moreland, Margo Price, Jamey Johnson, Brent Cobb, Hayes Carll, American Aquarium, Turnpike Troubadours, Amanda Shires, Whiskey Myers, Jason Eady, Zach Bryan, Courtney Marie Andrews, The Steel Woods, Ian Noe, William Clark Green, Shane Smith & The Saints, Dalton Domino, Paul Cauthen, Charley Crockett, Flatland Cavalry, Nikki Lane, Robert Ellis, The Dead South, Ruston Kelly, Sierra Ferrell, Arlo McKinley, The Band of Heathens, Tony Joe White, Lydia Loveless, Rusty Cage, Whitey Morgan and the 78's, Yola, Ryan Bingham, Joshua Ray Walker, Doug Moreland, Ward Davis, Shane Hennessy, Aaron Lee Tasjan, Jaime Wyatt, Andrew Combs, John R. Miller, Charles Wesley Godwin, Riley Downing, Sarah Shook, and Cody Canada & The DepartedThis episode is sponsored by www.betterhelp.com/TheBarn and presented to you by The Barn Media Group.

Texas singer/songwriter Robert Ellis captivated audiences with his bombastic 2019 album, 'Texas Piano Man,' where he expanded his sound to stadium-level proportions without compromising his heartfelt introspections. However, in his latest release, Yesterday's News, Ellis takes a stripped-down approach, focusing on the bare essentials, often being accompanied by just a softly plucked nylon guitar. The result is a profound collection of songs that delve into various themes, including fatherhood (Ellis is a proud parent to two young children with his wife, Erica) and thought-provoking reflections on our place in the universe.On this all-new episode of Discologist, we catch up with the iconic Texas troubadour to chat about the allure of quiet songs, the importance of knowing when to call it a day and rest, and much more.We're able to bring you great conversations like this and more because of your generous support. Please consider making a one time gift or a recurring donation today!SUPPORTSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/discologist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Friday's show: We learn more details about the state takeover of HISD that were outlined at the board's final meeting before a state-appointed superintendent and managers take over. Also this hour: While G7 leaders meet in Japan to discuss concerns over nuclear threats, we focus our attention on the future of nuclear power. Can Texas make more of possible nuclear resources and learn from other countries? Then, from outrage over a student's suspension, to even more outrage over self-service kiosks asking for tips, our panel of non-experts weighs in on The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week. And Houston musician Robert Ellis joins us for a conversation about his new album, Yesterday's News, and to perform.

Texas is on the brink of becoming the latest state to ban gender-affirming medical care for transgender minors. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott asks the governors of other states to provide police and military forces to help secure Texas’ border with Mexico, as the numbers of reported unauthorized entries plummet. Tech expert Omar Gallaga tells us […] The post Singer-songwriter Robert Ellis returns with new sound and perspective appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Today, I sit down for a conversation with *my coach* Robert Ellis, about his new book, Coaching From Essence. Robert has been described as “one of Silicon Valley's best-kept secrets” and has been coaching leaders at startups, mid-stage companies, Fortune 500 giants, and nonprofits for over 30 years. Robert has taught leadership and coached entrepreneurs at Singularity University and developed Level UP, the leadership curriculum for the Global Startup Program, and taught leadership courses at Stanford University. We met through radical serendipity and I'm grateful for the generosity and grace Robert has coached me with. All of his teaching materials are now publicly available on his free circle community and on youtube. Robert's book is like sitting in a fireside chat with Robert, absorbing his profoundly wise and profoundly simple approaches to coaching. Sometimes, a new idea can feel so true that it lands like common sense - all the pieces fitting together so seamlessly and effortlessly. Roberts' metaphors, stories and models hit like that - like powerful truths you knew all along. Robert's visual models help ground a coaching conversation, make it easy to follow along, and make the conversation incredibly sticky. And literally every time I've drawn one of these diagrams for a client, it lands with them and becomes a new metaphor for thinking about their challenge and their path forward. This book isn't just for coaches who want a more effortless and human approach to doing this work, it's for anyone who wants to be deeply helpful to their clients, their teams, their organization, and to lead conversations in a more impactful way. Coaching from Essence is based on the radical idea that everyone has an essence, and that, when we work from it, we can effortlessly create value and impact. Coaching from essence works both ways - the coach coaches from *their* essence, their natural approach…and the coachee is coached to work from their *own* essence - their own natural approach. We're not telling people how to be. We are here to help them remove the obstacles that get in the way of them finding their own way. According to Bill Gates, everyone needs a coach.  I would flip this suggestion on its head and say that at some point in everyone's lives, accessing a Coaching from Essence mindset can be a generous, powerful and transformative way to help someone in our lives. Some of us choose to make coaching our life's work, but Coaching from Essence is a powerful, generous and transformative approach to helping people that everyone can (and should?) access at the right moment for the right person.  Robert Ellis is the embodiment of what he teaches - he is a generous, powerful and transformative coach who I've had the pleasure of working under for several years. I'm so glad this book is finally out in the world so that everyone can have the experience of working with him. Links https://coachingfromessence.com/ https://www.futurosity.com/ Coaching from Essence, by Robert Ellis

On this special episode of the podcast, Doug speaks with his dear friend and coach Robert Ellis about his new book Coaching From Essence. They discuss Roberts personal journey, how it informed his philosophy, coaching methodology and led to his first book.

The 100th episode of the CloudwatcherUno podcast is out now with Robert Ellis. He is a special artist. To me, a true definition of a poet who captures the real everyday life of us mere mortals. Robert has a history of generating classic country and bluegrass songs but also mixing in some alternative pulsating melodies. His songs are dramatic folk-pop for the common man, a way of escaping these terra firma chains. Love the podcast?  Then by all means feel free to share the news with your friends on social media and help the show grow!  PLAY. LISTEN. ENJOY So come enjoy the conversation on the podcast. Play. Listen. Enjoy

Hello friends! Singer-songwriter, musician, producer and studio co-owner, Robert Ellis is my guest for episode 1265! His latest album, the stark, melancholy and utterly beautiful, Yesterday's News, drops on May 19th. The singles "Yesterday's News", "Gene" and "Close Your Eyes" are available wherever you stream or download music. Go to robertellis.website for music, tour dates, merch and more. Robert and I have a great conversation about making Yesterday's News in two days with one microphone and a bass player, leaving his label and management company and taking his career into his own hands, playing with his hero, Paul Simon, co-owning Niles City Sound Studio, moving fluidly through musical genres, prog, family and much more! I had a great time getting to know this amazingly talented artist. I'm sure you will too. Let's get down! Get the best, full-spectrum CBD products from True Hemp Science and enter code HDIGH for a special offer from How Did I Get Here? If you feel so inclined. Venmo: www.venmo.com/John-Goudie-1  Paypal: paypal.me/johnnygoudie  

12 min Maureen and Pierre dive into Stoicism.   Sam Harris's meditation app "Waking Up" has a section on the stoic path.  It's a series of mini-pods, about 8-15 minutes long that take you down the path of this philosophy with a view towards a better life. Maureen picks up on that and introduces several resources from her studies of philosophy which are now overlapping modern interests in classical wisdom.  Pierre chimes in and a bunch of resources are discussed.  The book Pierre was trying to remember in the pod is:  The Stoic Challenge, see below.  The psychologist Maureen remembered is Albert Ellis.  Listen to this pod for a quick overview and intro to these resources: Epictetus - Greek philosopher. Marcus Aurelius - Roman emperor, author, philosopher Ryan Holiday - author:  The Obstacle is the Way; The Daily Stoic; Discipline is Destiny William B Irvine - author: The Stoic Challenge; A Guide to the Good Life; Slap in the Face: Why Insults Hurt and Why They Shouldn't. Robert Greene - author:  The 48 Laws of Power & many others. Robert Ellis - psychologist:  REBT (Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy) based in part on Stoicism. ENJOY THESE RESOURCES!  

My guest for this episode of Punk Rock HR is Robert Ellis. He is the executive coach and founder of Futurosity and Coaching From Essence. With nearly 30 years of experience working with global companies ranging from startups to Fortune 500 giants, Robert guides leaders at every growth stage. He is the coach of coaches and the trainer of trainers. In this episode, he explains his purpose of leading wholeheartedly, the legacy he hopes to leave and why he talks about careers as a quest. Punk Rock HR is proudly underwritten by The Starr Conspiracy. The Starr Conspiracy is a B2B marketing agency for innovative brands creating the future of workplace solutions. For more information, head over to thestarrconspiracy.com. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://laurieruettimann.com/leading-wholeheartedly

West Point cadet Edgar Allan Poe and four other cadets on a training exercise in upstate New York are drawn by a gruesome discovery into a forgotten community. Listen to Robert talk about composing this film on today's show!

Robert Ellis has over 30 years of experience working with global companies—spanning startups, mid-stage, Fortune 500 giants, and non-profits— guiding leaders to take their impact to the next level at any stage of growth. His proven strength in coaching entrepreneurs and CEOs to become better leaders, think more strategically, create high-performing teams, foster future-friendly cultures, and deliver compelling presentations—including several high-profile IPO roadshows—has earned him praise from one client as “one of Silicon Valley's best-kept secrets.”He's taught leadership, coached entrepreneurs at Singularity University, and developed Level UP, the leadership curriculum for the Global Startup Program.Listen to hear how Robert went from being "half-hearted" to "whole-hearted", and how that has impacted his life.In conversation with: Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides.

Alright, so this show IS a bit self serving, as it was broadcast on my marriage anniversary. First time in over 10 years 'on air' where Oct. 9th landed on a Sunday and I was there to broadcast it, real time. So, you can understand that this is a rather personally felt show....even more so than usual! This episode contains great love songs by artists like JD Souther, Otis Redding, Restless Heart, Stevie Wonder, k.d. Lang, Robert Ellis, Bonnie Raitt, Crowded House, The Beach Boys, Diana Krall, The Beatles and SO many more! I also hope you might listen to them with someone you love. Enjoy.

This episode features Houston-based guitar virtuoso Kelly Doyle. A man of immense talent and creativity, he does it all. From shredding on his own projects and others, to making stop animation guitar lessons for those of us hoping to achieve the same level of talent… Kelly is always up to something.Kelly's performance on NPR's Tiny Desk hereKelly's solo music here

So, I get it, the title of this podcast is more pragmatic than descriptive but it's accurate in saying that after this week, I'll be off for two weeks, and back in mid-August! Man, the summer is flying by! At least you have these awesome tunes to keep you company over the next few weeks, including songs by Moon Taxi, Robert Ellis, Hot Tuna, Stephen Stills, Supergrass, Spoon, Jeff Tweedy, Son of Dave, Oingo Boingo and many more! Plus, a 2 song tribute to Mr. William Hart , lead singer of The Delfonics {Philly SOUL, baby!} upon his passing last week. Enjoy it all and I'll be back in a few weeks!

Today we visit with Robert Ellis and Brad Fisher, Research Director and Research Associate for the Highland Rim Ag Research Center, respectively. The center is located here in Springfield, Tennessee. We cover a little of what goes on regarding trials, varieties, and the different crops that they manage at Highland Rim. Kick back and enjoy!

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On this episode of the Blind Tiger Record Club Podcast, David W. Williams and Kevin Lee discuss the May Singer Songwriter Record Of The Month, Zachary Williams - Dirty Camaro.  The album is discussed and clips of songs from the album are played.  It is a great introduction to both the artist and the album.  Williams is the founder and front man of the band The Lone Bellow.  We discuss the success of The Lone Bellow and why Williams released a solo album.  How Williams was influenced by Jim James of My Moring Jacket.  We talk about the collaborations that include Thad Cockrell, Anderson East, John Paul White, Robert Elllis, and Ashley Monroe.  We also discuss the producer, Robert Ellis, engineer Josh Block,  and recording studio Niles City Sound in Fort Worth Texas.  There is also an interesting discussion of Spotify and the state of streaming versus physical products in the music industry. Whether or not you are a member of Blind Tiger Record Club, the B.T.R.C. Podcast is a great way to get introduced to some new artists and discover some albums that you may not be familiar with.  All the music in our subscription program and that we discuss on this show are on vinyl and have been released or reissued in the last 30 - 60 days.  The show is designed to be a discovery platform for new music "on vinyl", but even if you do not collect or listen to vinyl, it's still a fun way to explore new music. *The Blind Tiger Record Club Podcast is sponsored by 85 Supply.  Go to 85supply.com or email info@85supply.com to get started. For 5% off of your first order, simply mention "Blind Tiger Record Club" via email or over the phone with your rep. Its that simple. Hosts: David W. Williams and Kevin Lee Executive Producer - David W. Williams A Blind Tiger Entertainment, LLC Production This episode was edited and mixed by the team at Sound On Studios Theme song written and produced by Jasen Rauch For more information on becoming a member of the Blind Tiger Record Club, shopping the thousands of titles in the record store, or listening to previous episodes of the podcast, go to BlindTigerRecordClub.com.

***You can find/hire Jordan at https://jordanhirschcoaching.com/*** Jordan joined us in episode #69 to talk about life and career coaching, and this time he came on to graciously give Critter a real life live coaching session. Thanks Jordan, that was fantastic! Notes from Jordan: -------------- Big shoutout to Daniel Stillman who taught me the concept of "arriving mentally where you are physically" (and many other things!) and Robert Ellis, who taught me about A to B-prime and the importance of questing. If you'd like to unlock some change in your life, visit me at https://jordanhirschcoaching.com/ -------------- Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-should-be-working/id1545522072 Homepage of the poddy: https://anchor.fm/jace-and-critter/ Critter's email: mikecrittenden@gmail.com Critter's Twitter: https://twitter.com/mcrittenden Critter's blog: https://critter.blog Jace just wants you to leave him alone.

Listeners Kurt Gallagher and Noah Crane pick their 2021 favorites. Kurt likes Robert Ellis Orrall's album "467 Surf and Gun Club." Noah goes with Jason Isbell's "Georgia Blue," plus a song by Bleachers feat. Bruce Springsteen. Episode editor: Samantha Reed Become a Rockin' the Suburbs patron - support the show and get bonus content - at Patreon.com/suburbspod Subscribe to Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review the show on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends. Visit our website at SuburbsPod.com Email Jim & Patrick at rock@suburbspod.com Follow us on the Twitter, Facebook or Instagram @suburbspod If you're glad or sad or high, call the Suburban Party Line — 612-440-1984. Theme music: "Ascension," originally by Quartjar, covered by Frank Muffin. Visit quartjar.bandcamp.com and frankmuffin.bandcamp.com (c) Artie S. Industries LLC

We had the pleasure of interviewing Jamestown Revival over Zoom video! Jamestown Revival have made the quietest record of their career with Young Man, yet it may resonate the most. Recorded in their home state of Texas, it is their first project without electric guitars, with the emphasis instead on skillful songwriting, flawless harmony, and intricate fingerpicking. In addition, it's the first time that bandmates Jonathan Clay and Zach Chance have created an album with a producer -- in this case, Robert Ellis, a fellow Texan and a recording artist in his own right.Sonically the album draws on inspirations such as Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young and The Doobie Brothers (particularly “Black Water”), yet there's also a dusty Western feel to Young Man, similar to a Guy Clark or Townes Van Zandt album where the detailed backdrop and acoustic arrangements convey the story as eloquently as the lyrics do..Young Man opens with “Coyote,” a plaintive ballad the duo wrote on their ranch near Huntsville, Texas, about an hour north of their hometown of Magnolia. With its lonesome tones and sly title character, it sets the tone for the album, pulling in listeners with blended voices and a narrative that befits a campfire setting. From there, songs like “Young Man,” “Moving Man,” “Northbound,” and especially “These Days” further explore their restless frame of mind, due in no small part to the pandemic.Chance and Clay envision Young Man as a collection of songs that should be played all the way through, like reading a book. “We had the most amazing time recording this album. We laughed nonstop,” Clay says. “When I listen to this album top to bottom, I'm really proud of what we did. I hope that this album transports people because it's like a time capsule. It takes us right back to that studio and to that couple of weeks. It felt like we were doing what we were meant to do.”ABOUT JAMESTOWN REVIVAL:Jamestown Revival deliver skillful songwriting, flawless harmony, and intricate fingerpicking on their newest album, Young Man. The project is their first without electric guitars and their first to be recorded in a studio. Jonathan Clay and Zach Chance forged a musical bond as teenagers growing up in Magnolia, Texas. They draw musical inspiration from groups like Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young and The Doobie Brothers, as well as songwriters such as Guy Clark and Townes Van Zandt. With themes like coming of age and settling into an identity, Young Man is envisioned as a collection of songs that should be played all the way through. Sonically, the album evokes the experience of musicians huddled together, singing and playing without headphones or click tracks. Chance and Clay are joined on the Young Man sessions by producer Robert Ellis and the band's longtime rhythm section of bassist Nick Bearden and drummer Ed Benrock. We want to hear from you! Please email Tera@BringinitBackwards.com. www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #JamestownRevival #zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter!

The guys welcome Robert Ellis Orrall to talk about Todd Rundgren and “Runt – The Ballad of Todd Rundgren.”  Plenty of other discussion including the Infinity Cat label and headquarters/cathouse, JEFF The Brotherhood, Taylor Swift knows how to write a bridge, Clay Walker's first hit, finding a record with a guy sitting at a piano with a noose around their head, layers and layers of vocals, losing points for “yee-haws” and making a lot of money off of one breakup.Check out Robert Ellis Orrall at: https://www.robertellisorrall.com/Check out Todd Rundgren at: http://www.todd-rundgren.com/Buy a t-shirt with the Records Revisited logo at: https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/24252293-records-revisited-logo?store_id=868724Check out other episodes at RecordsRevisitedPodcast.com, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, 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

Part 2 of our interview with Robert Ellis Orrall. In this episode, he talks about writing hit songs for other artists, the role he played in the early success of Taylor Swift, working with Leon Russell and more. Robert's new album is "467 Surf and Gun Club." Learn more about Robert Ellis Orrall at robertellisorrall.com Episode editors: Samantha Reed and Jim Lenahan Become a Rockin' the Suburbs patron - support the show and get bonus content - at Patreon.com/suburbspod Subscribe to Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review the show on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends. Visit our website at SuburbsPod.com Email Jim & Patrick at rock@suburbspod.com Follow us on the Twitter, Facebook or Instagram @suburbspod If you're glad or sad or high, call the Suburban Party Line — 612-440-1984. Theme music: "Ascension," originally by Quartjar, covered by Frank Muffin. Visit quartjar.bandcamp.com and frankmuffin.bandcamp.com (c) Artie S. Industries LLC

We talk with one of the coolest guys in music you will ever meet. Robert Ellis Orrall is an accomplished recording artist and songwriter, but later in life he founded noted indie label Infinity Cat. So he has worked in the center of the music industry and also at the fringes. He just released his latest solo album, "467 Surf and Gun Club," a sort of concept album about the good times at the "Cathouse." Learn more about Robert Ellis Orrall at robertellisorrall.com Episode editors: Samantha Reed and Jim Lenahan Become a Rockin' the Suburbs patron - support the show and get bonus content - at Patreon.com/suburbspod Subscribe to Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review the show on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends. Visit our website at SuburbsPod.com Email Jim & Patrick at rock@suburbspod.com Follow us on the Twitter, Facebook or Instagram @suburbspod If you're glad or sad or high, call the Suburban Party Line — 612-440-1984. Theme music: "Ascension," originally by Quartjar, covered by Frank Muffin. Visit quartjar.bandcamp.com and frankmuffin.bandcamp.com (c) Artie S. Industries LLC

In this episode of the Swift Legacy Podcast, we're honoured to be joined by Robert Ellis Orrall who was one of Taylor's first regular cowriters - helping her to write hits like I'm Only Me When I'm With You and A Place In This World. This is the first time he has been interviewed in depth about Taylor, so this is something you really don't want to miss!

On Episode 180, I'm joined by Jonathan Clay of Jamestown Revival. During this episode, we talk about their latest EP, Fireside With Louis L'Amour - A Collection of Songs Inspired by Tales From the American West, character development, story arcs, continually progressing as a band & songwriters, working with Josh Block & Robert Ellis, and what's next for the Americana outfit. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

Lindsay welcomes Robert Ellis from Proelium Fitness.   With seven years of experience as a personal trainer Robert helps  his clients recognize the obstacles along their fitness journey and develop strategies and programs to be successful in overcoming those obstacles.   In this episode, Robert and Lindsay discuss strategies to maximize and learn from our failures.   If you would like to connect with Robert:   https://proeliumfitness.com/ (https://proeliumfitness.com.)   Or call him at 972.775.0593   Check out Robert's blog post on developing a healthy relationship with failure.

This week, we talk about the Robert Ellis and Adriel Denae concert from last weekend, the ACM Award nominations, and BJ Barham/ American Aquarium's best songs. Find us online: countryhodgepodge.com Instagram.com/countryhodgepodge Facebook.com/countryhodgepodge Twitter.com/cntryhodgepodge

Mark Stepro is a Los Angeles-based musician originally from Ohio. He has performed on every continent except Antarctica and has appeared on The Late Show With David Letterman, The Tonight Show With Jay Leno, Conan O'Brien, Craig Ferguson, and Carson Daly. Since 2010, Stepro has been touring and recording with singer-songwriter-producer Butch Walker, performing not only on Walker's own records and tours but also playing on records produced by Walker (Train, Keith Urban, Gavin Degraw, The Wind And The Wave, Brian Fallon of The Gaslight Anthem, etc.). Stepro appears on Walker's most recent release, "Stay Gold" (Dangerbird Records) and recently completed a six-week tour with Butch and the rest of the band. Stepro also performs with singer Mary McBride under the auspices of the U.S. Department of State as a Cultural Ambassador, presenting American music overseas. The group has logged performances in twenty-three countries such as Russia, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Indonesia, appearing in schools, hospitals, prisons, women's shelters, orphanages, and places of worship. He has also performed or recorded with Panic! At The Disco, Hayes Carll, Ben Kweller, Jackson Browne, Courtney Love, Corb Lund, Sara and Sean Watkins of Nickel Creek, Morgan Kibby of M83, Sara Bareilles, Jakob Dylan of The Wallflowers, Mike Viola, Joe Pug, Robert Ellis, Aaron Lee Tasjan, Adam Levy, and Tim Easton. A passionate student, he has studied with teachers Ed Soph, Steve Houghton and Glenn Kotche of Wilco. Stepro lives in Atwater Village, Los Angeles with his television writer wife and their one-year-old son William. He enjoys cooking, running and reading.   

Like many artists labeled "Americana," a single title is too limiting for singer/songwriter Robert Ellis. Recorded at Florida's 30A Songwriters Festival, Ellis performed a few songs off of his third and eponymous CD - which he describes as a collection of songs about the intricacies of relationships (good ones and bad ones). Watch performance videos about life on the road and at home.