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Champaign Is Also A Band

226 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratings

One songwriter, one song. Podcast about stories & songs of Champaign-Urbana music. In each episode Sven sits down with a person from the C-U music scene to hear the story & the background of a favorite song they’ve written.

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Episodes

Episode 93 - Joy Yang - ”Moon Dream”

October 07, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 77.7 MB

Sven chats with Joy Yang (She/Her) after she records an improvised piece in the studio titled "Moon Dream."  SONG: Moon Dream ALBUM: Unreleased BANDS:  Joy Yang Trio, Joy of Regatory, The Briar Sclenkar Trio, No Las, Leads the Noise Ensemble Almost"A" Quintet Favorite treats : Fine Chocolate/Matcha Tea Latte Photo Credit: Andy Zalot

Episode 92 - Colin Larson of Otherglow - ”Winter Wind”

September 30, 2022 17:00 - 51 minutes - 58.8 MB

Sven zooms with Colin Larson (He/Him) of Otherglow to talk about his song "Winter Wind" from the EP "Spacey Sounds," reminiscing about the CU Scene, and his favorite non-musical things.   SONG: Winter Wind ALBUM: Spacey Sounds EP BANDS: Johnnyork, Withershins, Otherglow Photo: Eric Frahm  

Bonus Episode 21 : Mic - MNG Collective

September 09, 2022 17:00 - 46 minutes - 53.7 MB

Sven chats with Mic (She/Her) of the MNG Collective and her radio program on WEFT 90.1:  Mic's Bag on Saturday Nights at 6-8PM. Check out their Bandcamp page at: https://mngcomp.bandcamp.com/   

Episode 91 - Tricia Scully of Bad Scientist - ”Fidgety”

August 26, 2022 17:00 - 51 minutes - 58.9 MB

Sven sits down to chat with past CU musician Tricia Scully (She/Her) to talk about her song "Fidgety," how an unplugged electric guitar helps her write songs, things she remembers from the CU scene, and her favorite *non-musical thing.  *If you're female identifying or non-binary and would be interested in playing hockey in a league check out the Women's Central Hockey League SONG: Fidgety ALBUM: Recorded Live "Beauty in the Small" BANDS: Bad Scientist (current solo project), strtr wife...

Episode 90 - Larry Gates of Curb Service - ”Take It From Me”

August 12, 2022 17:00 - 43 minutes - 49.5 MB

Sven sits down with Larry Gates II (He/Him) to talk about his song "Take It From Me," what the CU music scene needs, and his favorite non-musical thing. SONG: Take It From Me ALBUM: Single BANDS: Worm/Starlight & Yuk. The Goody Patch, Satiiva, Lorenzo Goetz, The Jezebelly, Curb Service. DJ LEGTWO Favorite treat:  Sparkling water and a pear  

Bonus Episode 20 : Ayla McDonald - Folk Jam Circle

July 29, 2022 17:00 - 32 minutes - 36.8 MB

Sven meets up with Ayla McDonald (She/Her) at KCPA just before she heads off to the UK. We talk about co-founding the Folk Jam Circle, exploring the roots of folk music, and her favorite non-musical thing.  Cover Photo by: Basia Latawiec

Episode 89 - Cade Whitt - ” Uncertainly Certain (Take Caution)”

July 15, 2022 17:00 - 32 minutes - 36.8 MB

Sven sits down with Cade Whitt (he/him) to talk about his song: "Uncertainly Certain (Take Caution)" off of his album "People In Places," the need for more all ages music venues, and his favorite non-musical thing(s). SONG: "Uncertainly Certain (Take Caution)" ALBUM: (Debut) "People In Places," BANDS: Octave Favorite Thing: Dr. Pepper!    

Episode 88 - Harsh - ”The Truth”

July 01, 2022 17:00 - 49 minutes - 57.1 MB

Over some rib tips (with mix sauce) and lemon shakeups Sven chats with Harsh (He/Him) about his song "The Truth," collaboration, community, and some CU venues from long since past... SONG: The Truth ALBUM: Single BANDS: UC Hiphop  Broke Rappers coalition  Chalice Dubs  DJ Belly (EP63) Favorite Thing: Lil’ Progy’s Mix Sauce Photographer: Rachel Storm

Bonus Episod 19: Kyle Fleming from Fleming Music Therapy

June 17, 2022 17:00 - 50 minutes - 57.8 MB

Sven chats with Kyle Fleming (He/Him) of Fleming Music Therapy to talk about his music therapy practice, what music therapy is used for, why music therapy works, and maybe why he might just say "abracadabra!" from time to time... Favorite Treat: Frozen Swiss Miss Rolls Website: https://flemingmusictherapy.org/    

Bonus Episode 19: Kyle Fleming from Fleming Music Therapy

June 17, 2022 17:00 - 50 minutes - 57.8 MB

Sven chats with Kyle Fleming (He/Him) of Fleming Music Therapy to talk about his music therapy practice, what music therapy is used for, why music therapy works, and maybe why he might just say "abracadabra!" from time to time... Favorite Treat: Frozen Swiss Miss Rolls Website: https://flemingmusictherapy.org/    

Episode 87 Briar Schlenker of the Briar Schlenker Trio - ”electrophorus”

June 03, 2022 17:00 - 55 minutes - 63.8 MB

Sven sits down to chat with Briar (They/She) to chat about their song "electrophorus," what makes a great music community, some things we could do better, and their favorite non-musical thing. SONG: electrophorus by the briar schlenker trio BANDS:  the briar schlenker trio, ZOEY.xBRIAR, The Goodwin Avenue Trio, New Music Mosaic, Improviser's Exchange Ensemble Favorite Thing: Virgil's root beer and Pillsbury Cherry Toaster Strudel.   Cover Photo: Joseph Abe Bell

Episode 86 - Sarah Durbin -”Live Wire”

May 20, 2022 17:00 - 36 minutes - 41.6 MB

Sven chats with Sarah Durbin (She/Her/Hers) about her song "Live Wire," learning from Ryan Groff (EP35), and her favorite non-musical thing. SONG: Live Wire ALBUM: Single BANDS: Jo's Corner, lyric theatre UIUC Favorite Thing: DIET COKE and Oreos Photographer: Ben Heppner

Episode 85 - Eli of Mermaid Heaven - ”Nightbloom”

May 06, 2022 17:00 - 42 minutes - 48.2 MB

Sven chats with Eli (She/Her) of Mermaid Heaven about her song "nightbloom," what makes a good music scene, and her favorite non-musical thing. "You" Video: https://youtu.be/olhQMf1oLzA (NPR Tiny Desk Concert entry) SONG: nightbloom ALBUM: Single   BANDS: Dalipop (~2014) Sleeping okami (~2016) Mermaid Heaven (~2018 to present) Favorite Treat: Jameson on the rocks and an amazing, simple cheesecake

Bonus Episode 18 : Sean Kutzko - ChambanaJazz: Documenting the CU Jazz Scene

April 22, 2022 17:00 - 47 minutes - 54.8 MB

Sven sits down with Sean Kutzko (He/Him) to talk about his efforts with documenting, preserving, and promoting the Champaign-Urbana, Illinois jazz scene with ChambanaJazz. Memories of Nature's Table, and falling in love with jazz. https://www.chambanajazz.com/ http://naturestable.net/ If you have live recordings of jazz performances in CU please reach out to Sean Kutzko at: [email protected]       

Bonus Episode 17 : Perimeter Road Music Festival 2022

April 15, 2022 17:00 - 26 minutes - 30.4 MB

Sven chats with Deane Geiken (He/Him) and Adam Porter (He/Him) (EP26) about the upcoming Perimeter Road Music Festival May 7th, 2022 at Parkland College Parkland College (Lot B1) 2400 W. Bradley Ave Champaign IL,61821 Contact Info: Email: [email protected] Phone: 217-373-3790 Lineup: noon Anika Emily (EP39) 1pm Disaster Kid 2pm Melvin Knight (EP7) 3pm Ashland 4pm Moe Pesci 5pm Modern Drugs (EP35 and EP58) 6pm Union Avenue 

Episode 84 - Luna of The Latex Figure -”Spiders In Your Head”

April 08, 2022 17:00 - 46 minutes - 52.8 MB

Sven chats with Luna (They/Them) of The Latex Figure about their song "Spiders In Your Head" SONG: Spiders In Your Head ALBUM:  Single BANDS: Orator, Cosmic Lung, Fall Afternoon, The Latex Figure. Favorite Treat: All things coffee and cold slices of fresh pineapple. Photo Credit: Veronica Mullen

Episode 83 - DB - ”EOTA”

March 25, 2022 17:00 - 27 minutes - 31.8 MB

On a cold February day Sven met up with DB in downtown Champaign at Guidos to chat about his song "EOTA."   SONG: EOTA (Prod. By HouseInTheHillz & Juko) ALBUM:  Vitamin DB Favorite Treat: Cranberry Juice or Orange Juice  

Episode 82 - Tristan & Andy of Boxcar Graffiti - ”Blind”

March 11, 2022 18:00 - 43 minutes - 49.3 MB

Sven chats with Andy & Tristan of Boxcar Graffiti about their song "Blind," where the name Boxcar Graffiti comes from, and what is the most important part of a good music scene. SONG: Blind ALBUM: Single BANDS: Tristan: Paint the Sky, Mousefight, Tristan Lake and the Chromatic Black, and Boxcar Graffit Andy:  Belladonna, Side Show Freaks and 10 Pounds Twisted Favorite treats : Coffee or Tea Photo credit:   Terry Miller Brown

Episode 81 - Don and Sticks of Bristle - ”Magic Shoes”

February 25, 2022 18:00 - 49 minutes - 56.4 MB

Sven sips some gin and chats with Don and Sticks of Bristle about their song "Magic Shoes," dearly departed venues, and some of their favorite non-musical things.   SONG: Magic Shoes ALBUM: invitation           BANDS: Sticks:   Bands:  Lou Miami And The Kozmetix, King Moon Razer, Creeps In Exile, Super Friends, White Trash Debutantes, and Bristle Don:  Bands: Hushtower, Terminus Victor, Social Imaginary, and Bristle FAVORITE TREAT: Sticks:  Water, Hershey Bar w/ Almonds Don:  Many ty...

Episode 80 - Carrie Chandler of The Bashful Youngens - ”I Would”

February 11, 2022 18:00 - 53 minutes - 61 MB

Sven pours a Buffalo Trace Bourbon on the rocks and settles down to chat with Carrie Chandler of The Bashful Youngens about her song "I Would."  We also talk about the Rose Bowl Tavern, Girls Rock C-U, and a few of her favorite non-musical things. Carrie Chandler (she/her/hers) SONG: I Would ALBUM:  Inflorescent     BANDS: Johnnie Mae (super long time ago), The Bashful Youngens, Dearie, Solo work Favorite Treat: Buffalo Trace/Tiramisu Photo Credit: Anna Longworth-Singer

Episode 79 - Brandon T Washington - Part 2: Reflections

January 28, 2022 18:00 - 24 minutes - 28.4 MB

Part 2 is all about all the extra things Brandon and Sven talked about.  Cover Photo by: Kelly White

Episode 79 - Brandon T. Washington of Temple of Low Men - ”Languid”

January 21, 2022 18:00 - 58 minutes - 66.5 MB

Sven chats with Brandon T. Washington (He/Him) of Temple of Low Men to talk about his song "Languid," his early performances in CU, and why he loves detective novels. SONG: Languid ALBUM: Degree of Slither BANDS: Soulstice (92-97) Funky Butt Drum Club (98-00) Temple Of Low Men (01-05) Solo artist (92-Present) Beat Kitchen (02-present, sporadically) New Souls (2015-Present) Favorite Treat: Grapefruit sparkling water and Clif peanut butter chocolate bars Photo Credit: Eric Frahm

Episode 78 - Alyssa Allen - ”Old Enough”

January 07, 2022 18:00 - 32 minutes - 37.5 MB

Sven chats with Alyssa about her song "Old Enough," after recording it in the studio.  Hear what makes a great music scene, her favorite CU venues, and a perfect local musician lineup. SONG: Old Enough ALBUM: Single BANDS: Solo Favorite Treat: Coffee Milk Tea with boba, from Bearology Baby Dills (Mt. Olive) Cover photo by: Mayil  (https://www.instagram.com/hell_tek_productions/)  

Episode 77 - Mina & Elliott of Long Birds - ”Driving to Rapid City”

December 24, 2021 18:00 - 39 minutes - 45.4 MB

Sven chats with Elliott and Mina of Long Birds about their song "Driving to Rapid City," finding the Easter egg in the music video, running the Birdhouse DIY house venue in Champaign, and maybe a few non-musical favorite things.   SONG: Driving to Rapid City ALBUM: I Had A Dream I Was Skateboarding BANDS: Elliott: Ghoul Jr. Favorite Treat: Sprite/Orange Soda Photo Credit:  Adrian Medriano

Episode 76 - Aaron Short of The Bashful Youngens - ”Tennessee”

December 10, 2021 18:00 - 47 minutes - 54.2 MB

Sven chats with Aaron Short of The Bashful Youngens about his song "Tennessee," meeting Carrie, the CU music Scene, and his favorite non-musical things. SONG: Tennessee ALBUM: Inflorescent  BANDS: The Bashful Youngens Favorite Treat: Bell’s Light Hearted Ale and Double Tree Hotel Chocolate Chip Cookie [Recipe] Photo Credit:  Anna Longworth Photography

Episode 75 - Black Mage - Lexx Luthor vs. Black Mage

November 26, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 73.4 MB

Find the November 27 Rap Battle and other battles here: http://bit.lyiBattleTV-BlackMage Sven chats with Black Mage about rap battles, strategies, inspiration, roots of the name Black Mage, and his favorite non-musical things. SONG: Lexx Luthor vs. Black Mage (November 27, 2021) BANDS/Groups: Rogue Tendency Favorite Treats: Squirt, Cranberry Juice, Butterscotch, and Hamburgers  

Episode 74 - Jake Fava of Booth Blues - ”Father‘s Day”

November 19, 2021 18:00 - 43 minutes - 49.4 MB

Sven talks with Jake Fava of Booth Blues about his song "Father's Day," his favorite CU venue, making open mics happen over zoom, and his favorite non-"Musical" thing.  OPEN JAM happening every other Tuesday at the Canopy Club: https://www.facebook.com/events/250617263661984 SONG: Father’s Day ALBUM: Something New (LP) BANDS: Booth Blues, Anika Emily (EP39), The E Wing Brass Band Favorite Treat: Snickerdoodles and Ginger Ale    

Episode 73 - The Letter L Beats - ”Joey Beat”

November 05, 2021 17:00 - 44 minutes - 51.3 MB

Sven meets up with The Letter L Beats to chat about his beat "Joey," creating the "Illini Anthem," teaching folks how to make beats, and his favorite non-musical thing.   SONG: Joey beat BANDS: Jarrel Young (EP57), Yuneer Gainz, Greg Whiskey, Lil Doug Favorite Treat: Hummus and Chips Photo Credit:  Boots Howard    

Episode 72 - Sunny Ture - ”Vacation”

October 22, 2021 17:00 - 54 minutes - 62.2 MB

Sven meets up with Sunny Ture in his Temple Studio to talk about his song "Vacation" off of the album "Hotline," the therapy that comes from creating, how the Push(soul) Collective began, and his favorite non-musical thing(s).  SONG: Vacation ALBUM: Hotline (Sunny Ture & Solomon Grunge) Released 4/15/21 BANDS: Push(soul) Hip Hop Collective, Colabs with Kelvah, Kivon Redd Favorite Treat: Grippos, Bannana, Strawberry, Greek yogurt Smoothie Photo Credit:  photo by Kivon Redd of Push(soul)

Bonus Episode 16: CU Jazz Fest

October 14, 2021 17:00 - 20 minutes - 22.9 MB

Sven sits down on the steps of the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts to chat with Jennelle Orcherton, Artistic Director of the CU Jazz Festival.  (October 14th-17th, 2021) They talk about how the CU Jazz Fest, looking towards the future, and ideas about what makes a good musical community.   Schedule: (https://cujazzfest.wixsite.com/cujazzfest) Thur Oct 14- Opening Night Party @ 111 N. Broadway Ave, Urbana - 7:00 pm Fri Oct 15  - Jeff Helgensen + Friends  @ Rose Bowl Tavern - 5:00 p...

Episode 71 - Vincent Aguilar - Emma Lee

October 08, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 71.6 MB

Sven chats with Vincent Aguilar over some Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and Diet Coke about his song "Emma Lee," running a DIY venue, why you need a corgi, and of course tattoos! SONG: Emma Lee ALBUM: Emma Lee b/w Later BANDS: Urban Sprawl, The RISK, The Night Brigade, Vincent Aguilar (acoustic singer-songwriter/“folk-punk” project), Sweater Weather [IL], Horrible Things, Pressure Eyes, In Prose, Forced Isolation, Need, The Please and Thank Yous, The Valenteens, Earth Girls, Sword Swallower,...

Bonus Episode 15: The Rose Bowl Tavern

October 01, 2021 17:00 - 44 minutes - 51.2 MB

Sven chats with Charlie Harris, Co-Owner of the Rose Bowl Tavern on his porch on a warm August afternoon in Urbana.  

Episode 70 - DadaVeda - We Don‘t Need No Corporations, Do We?

September 24, 2021 17:00 - 39 minutes - 45.1 MB

Sven sits down in the studio with Dada Veda to talk about his song "We Don't Need No Corporations, Do We?" We talk about learning the guitar, his passion for Yoga, writing, and cooperative economics.   Check out his podcasts mentioned in the episode: www.dharmacast.com for spiritual/yoga podcasts http://proutalliance.org/proutrev/ for social podcasts   SONG: We Don't Need No Corporations, Do We? ALBUM: Single BANDS: Solo Favorite Treat: Vegan Pizza, Apple Juice Photo Credit:  Gary War...

Episode 22 - Angie Heaton (Unabridged) - ”It‘s Easier When You‘re Here”

September 21, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 104 MB

On this anniversary of the release of "Let It Ride" we are releasing the unedited version of the interview with Angie Heaton with a short interview with Kurt Bielema (EP68) about recording "Let It Ride" how Kurt met Angie, and a story or two.  Angie left for Heaven's state line in October of 2020 and I know I have not been the same. Thank you Angie for being in my life, -Sven

Episode 69 - Humbly G - Wake Up

September 10, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 69.8 MB

Sven chats with Humbly G about his song "Wake Up," creating creative spaces, teaching at ISYM, and his favorite non-musical thing. SONG: Wake Up ALBUM: Released as a Single BANDS: Brokeshade, Suspicious Activity, Ladderfight, Jam Band (Equador) Catellus & CO., Rogue Tendency, Smoke in Space, Humbly G Favorite Treat: Chocolate

Episode 68 - Kurt Bielema - Loving Revival

August 27, 2021 17:00 - 37 minutes - 42.9 MB

Sven sits down on a cicada filled evening to chat with Kurt Bielema to talk about his song "Loving Revival," all of the references (maybe not all) to other songs and bands, and deciding whether there should be an instrumental part HERE... (Answer: ALWAYS) SONG: Loving Revival ALBUM: SPACE BANDS: Solo, Angie Heaton & the Gentle Tamers June & the Exit Wounds, Martymitego Favorite Treat: Ginger Ale, Rice Krispy Treats Photo Credit: Veronica Mullen  

Episode 67 - Emily Antonocci - "Melt"

August 13, 2021 17:00 - 51 minutes - 59.3 MB

Sven chats with Emily Antonocci over some apple juice and tiramisu to talk about her song "Melt." If you'd like some lessons or consultation in person or virtual with Emily you can contact them here: [email protected] SONG:  Melt ALBUM: Living Room EP BANDS: Solo Favorite Treat: Apple Juice and Tiramisu Photo Credit: Caspian Voss

Episode 67 - Emily Antonacci - ”Melt”

August 13, 2021 17:00 - 51 minutes - 59.3 MB

Sven chats with Emily Antonacci over some apple juice and tiramisu to talk about her song "Melt." If you'd like some lessons or consultation in person or virtual with Emily you can contact them here: [email protected] SONG:  Melt ALBUM: Living Room EP BANDS: Solo Favorite Treat: Apple Juice and Tiramisu Photo Credit: Caspian Voss

Episode 66 - Cameron of Extremely Mundane - "I Can't Take More Of It"

July 30, 2021 17:00 - 36 minutes - 41.3 MB

Sven sits down with Cameron of Extremely Mundane to talk about her song "I Can't Take More of It," great things that make a good scene, and her favorite non-musical thing. SONG: i can’t take more of it ALBUM: Single BANDS: Extremely Mundane Favorite Treat: Fresh fruit (berries, pineapple, etc...) Photo Credit:  Patrick Feltes

Episode 65 Haki Shabazz of Haki N 'M - Caffeine & Green

July 09, 2021 17:00 - 48 minutes - 55.7 MB

In this weeks episode sven sits down with Haki and a Woodford's Reserve on the rocks to talk about his song Caffeine & Green, what makes a good community, and Haki's favorite non-musical things. SONG: Caffeine & Green ALBUM: Single / Far From Home (Unreleased) BANDS: Haki N ‘M Favorite Treat: Woodford Reserve on the rocks Photo Credit: Peace  

Episode 64 - Luke Bergkoetter - Part 2 the Excerpts

July 02, 2021 17:00 - 22 minutes - 26.3 MB

Just a few extra convos with Luke that didn't make it into the full episode.  Enjoy! Travis Wayne Hurt Christmas Special: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5utk5WXMBI Luke's Short Spot: https://youtu.be/s5utk5WXMBI?t=800  Photo credit: Veronica Mullen : V Mullen Media

Episode 64 Luke Bergkoetter of Overacheiver - "Heads UP!"

June 25, 2021 17:00 - 56 minutes - 65.1 MB

Sven sits down with Luke Bergkoetter of Overachiever to talk about his song "Heads UP!." We talk about being kind to others and ourselves, 4 things that Luke would like to do every morning if he could, and his love of the Rose Bowl Tavern, Isaac Arms (EP8), and Karthik (EP27) SONG: Heads UP! ALBUM: Volume 1: Man-Bat BANDS: Yarn, The Fratticks, Violet Skies, fireflies, “Exhale, Look Down...” Mit'n, Take Care, Anna Karina (solo), Anna Karenina/Anna Karina, Withershins, Marathon, Bookmobile!...

Bonus Episode 14: "Summer Child EP" - Music in the time of Coronavirus - Melvin Knight from EP 7

June 18, 2021 17:00 - 23 minutes - 27.1 MB

Even in the middle of a pandemic, music is still happening and being recorded.  Sven zooms with former guest Melvin Knight from EP7 about his new EP: "Summer Child" - Released 6/10/2021 EP Cover Art Photo by: Jules A. Graham EP Cover Art Design by: Melvin Knight  

Episode 63 - Kevin Miller AKA DJ Belly "Don't Lie"

June 11, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 69.3 MB

It's a return to the Blue Box Studio! Sven and DJ Belly are both vaccinated so the first interview in the studio in over a year is here!  Sven chats with about his unreleased song "Don't Lie" over some croissants and iced coffee from Flying Machine Avionics.  Hear about writing music in a snow storm, surviving during a pandemic, and which video game has the best soundtrack.... SONG: Don’t Lie ALBUM: Unreleased BANDS: DJ Belly Favorite Treat: Iced Coffee/Butter Croissant Photo Credit:  ...

Bonus Episode 13: Sven Gets Interviewed

June 08, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 98.2 MB

Anka (EP29) from The Dawn Patrol interviews sven about his song "Just Another Day" and asks your submitted questions.    ****Angie Heaton & the Fights 2019 performance at Hogchute HERE!***   REFS: Melody EP16 This is a Stickup! [Band] NFTFOH Thotcrime August Strindburg Henrik Ibsen Andy Samberg Bob Dylan Conor Oberst Bright Eyes [Band] Mark Lanegan We are Family BEP3 Damian Duffy Hates Everything After Dark Wake Up Sheeple Podcast lovenloops EP56 Elizabeth Majerus EP1 Sar...

Bonus Episode 12: "Streetlights" - Music in the time of Coronavirus - Sarah and Taylor from EP32

June 04, 2021 17:00 - 15 minutes - 18 MB

Even in the middle of a pandemic, music is still happening and being recorded.  Sven zooms with former guests Sarah and Taylor from EP32 about their new Maps of the Midwest single: "Streetlights."  Released today 6/4/2021! Streetlights [Video] Girl in the War  [Video] Proceeds from sales will go to the National Runaway Safeline  Photo by: Maddie Skelley  

Episode 62 - Taran Joseph Perry of CLINICALLY ILL "Attention"

May 28, 2021 17:00 - 29 minutes - 34.3 MB

Sven zooms with Taran to talk about his song "ATTENTION," his favorite CU venue, and his favorite non-musical things. SONG: ATTENTION ALBUM: Single BANDS: Clinically ILL Favorite Treat:  Monster, Pringles REFS The Purge Austin (EP30) Not for the Faint of Heart The Contract [Song] Metalhead Heavy Metal Murder Murder [Video] Horror Rap [Genre] Serial Killer Satanic Panic (SRA) *Content Warning* Wes Craven Venereal Independent Media Center (IMC) [Venue] Diss Tracks Rock Rage...

Episode 61 - Justin Michael Hendrix "Cream"

May 14, 2021 17:00 - 37 minutes - 42.6 MB

Sven zooms with Justin Michael Hendrix about his song "Cream," his organization HITNHOMEBOY, and his favorite non-musical things.   SONG: CREAM ALBUM: Collection of Songs on Soundcloud Favorite Treat: Body Armor Pineapple Coconut SuperDrink/ anything with Nutella Photo Credit:  Photographer is Boots Howard; Hair is #HairByNaysha; Make Up is Kay Hunter   REFS: Jahlil Beats Meek Mill Jay-Z Wutang Clan C.R.E.A.M. [Song] Ballroom Community (Ball Culture) Toxic Masculinity Rapper's ...

Episode 60 - Justin Walden of Scarecrow Adams - "Old Man In a Red Hat"

April 30, 2021 17:00 - 41 minutes - 47.8 MB

Sven zooms with Justin Walden of Scarecrow Adams to talk about his song "Old Man In a Red Hat," reflect on his philosophy of writing music, his early days of playing in local CU venues, and his favorite non-Musical thing.  Stay tuned to the end of the episode for the origins of the name "Scarecrow Adams" SONG: Old Man in a Red Hat ALBUM: Old Man in a Red Hat BANDS: Scarecrow Adams, Lionzz, Super Space Fighters, Hurkles, and Whitty Whitesell & the Life Parade Favorite Treat: Berry Bubly /...

Bonus Episode 11: "Living Room" - Music in the time of Coronavirus - Kenna from EP13

April 16, 2021 17:01 - 31 minutes - 35.9 MB

CW: mental health and dying Even in the middle of a pandemic, music is still happening and being recorded.  Sven zooms with former guest Kenna Mae from EP13 about their new Sweetmelk EP: "Living Room" Check out now and buy yourself a copy and check out the Sweetmelk SWEATSHIRTS! Or as I like to call them SWEETSHIRTS!

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