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Local Spins Live

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Dalmatian Stone assembles all-star lineup for diverse, ‘soul-infused’ musical mission

December 15, 2018 13:58 - 11 minutes - 26.2 MB

The West Michigan band’s debut Friday included a show at Billy’s Lounge and an in-studio for Local Spins on WYCE, which also debuted new local holiday tunes and more. Find out more about Dalmatian Stone, watch videos of their first public performance and listen to the radio show podcast featuring the premiere of tracks by Kevin DePree, Michael Dause, The JetBeats, Westrin & Mowry and more.

Michigan’s Escaping Pavement gives bluegrass and Americana spin to tales from the road

December 01, 2018 14:26 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MB

The Ferndale band which plays Spring Lake’s Seven Steps Up on Saturday night showed off its harmonies during Local Spins on WYCE, which also debuted tracks by McWeakerton, The Ryne Experience, Blueflowers and more. Watch a video of Escaping Pavement's in-studio performance, listen to the radio show podcast.

The Gasoline Gypsies set for ‘next-step stuff’ with heavier, genre-transcending rock

November 27, 2018 17:15 - 5 minutes - 5.01 MB

Touring behind a new EP, the rootsy Michigan band revved up the latest edition of Local Spins on WYCE, which also debuted new tracks by The JetBeats, Coldville, Political Lizard and more. Watch a video of The Gasoline Gypsies, read their back story and listen to the full radio show podcast.

Kari Estrin: What artists should know to avoid shooting themselves in the foot (Podcast)

October 28, 2018 11:30 - 2 minutes - 3.18 MB

This edition of the RSVP Music Chat showcases a successful Nashville artist manager who’s attending the Folk Alliance conference in Grand Rapids. Listen to the latest podcast, with a wealth of tips from Kari Estrin.

Jake Simmons & The Little Ghosts amp up ‘big, loud rock’ on new album: Local Spins on WYCE

October 27, 2018 11:30 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MB

The frontman of the Kalamazoo rock band unleashed two new songs in-studio for the radio show, which also aired new tracks by Conrad Shock, The Legal Immigrants, Frederic & Ronza, The American Hotel System, Clyde Park Avenue, Mannhattan and more. Read the back story of Jake Simmons & The Little Ghosts, watch a video of Simmons' in-studio performance and listen to the entire radio show podcast.

West Michigan song debuts: Roosevelt Diggs, Dalmatian Stone, Moto, The Ryne Experience

October 20, 2018 13:16 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MB

This week’s edition of Local Spins on WYCE wrapped up the radio station’s Fall Fund Drive with new music from a host of artists, plus some classics by veteran players. Listen to the new tracks and the full podcast.

Luke Winslow-King comes ‘full circle’ with bluesy, rootsy rock: Local Spins on WYCE

October 05, 2018 19:14 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

With a Grand Rapids tour stop at Wealthy Theatre tonight, the guitarist performed in-studio on this week’s radio show, which also debuted new tracks by several Michigan artists, including The Blueflowers, Lexi Schaub, Charlie Walmsley, Carrie McFerrin and more.

Ford Turrell’s journey from Nashville song ‘factory’ to potent West Michigan wordsmith

September 29, 2018 16:23 - 17 minutes - 16 MB

The Grand Rapids singer-songwriter talked about his first album in 11 years – a poignant gem – during Local Spins on WYCE, which also debuted songs by Big Dudee Roo, The Soods and more. Listen to the podcast, watch a video of Turrell's in-studio performance.

Matt Gabriel debuts road-inspired, ‘wide open’ and rootsy new album: Local Spins on WYCE

September 22, 2018 13:43 - 1 hour - 58.1 MB

The Grand Rapids singer-songwriter kicked off a Midwest tour this week by playing new songs on the radio show, which also premiered tracks by Often Home, Moss Jaw, Shortly and much more. Watch the video of Matt Gabriel's in-studio performance and listen to the full radio show podcast.

Jen Sygit finds ‘rebirth’ with vibrant new solo album: Local Spins on WYCE

September 08, 2018 13:14 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

The Lansing singer-songwriter turns from ‘sideman’ to star with songs from 'It's About Time' during this week’s radio show, which also featured the premiere of tracks by Red Legs, Lushh and Jacob Simons, plus the Hot Top 5 countdown. Listen to the podcast, watch the in-studio video.

The Crane Wives speak out musically: Local Spins on WYCE (Story, podcast, video)

September 01, 2018 11:30 - 8 minutes - 7.58 MB

The Grand Rapids folk-rock band unfurled two new songs on the radio show, which also aired new tracks by Pretoria, The Blue Pines, SearchParty and The War & Treaty. Listen to the radio podcast, watch the in-studio video.

Musician, studio owner Michael ‘Colonel’ Crittenden: The RSVP Music Chat podcast

August 26, 2018 11:02 - 8 minutes - 11.4 MB

For this edition of the RSVP Music Chat, we sat down with the iconic Grand Rapids record producer and Troll for Trout frontman to reminisce about his career and elicit sage advice for aspiring stars. Listen to the full, enlightening podcast.

Benjaman James’ funk, jazz, hip hop and pop ‘convergence’: Local Spins on WYCE

August 24, 2018 22:34 - 10 minutes - 10 MB

Relocating to Grand Rapids from Traverse City, James’ band plays Founders on Saturday and he previewed new tunes on the radio show, which also debuted tracks by several Michigan artists. Check out the in-studio video and listen to the radio show podcast.

Kevin Jones’ uplifting, barrier-breaking jazz plus new tracks by Gasoline Gypsies, FINKEL

August 18, 2018 11:01 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MB

This week’s edition of Local Spins on WYCE shed light on a New Jersey-bred, Grand Rapids percussionist with a robust career and a diverse selection of music by Michigan artists. Get the back story about Kevin Jones; listen to the full radio show podcast.

Northern Michigan’s Jake Allen and the orchestra in his mind: Local Spins on WYCE

July 28, 2018 14:16 - 43 seconds - 1.66 MB

The multi-instrumentalist touring behind a new prog-pop album, “Deviant Motions” brought his impressive musicianship to the radio show, which also showcased tunes by a host of regional artists. Read the story, listen to the full radio podcast which also features new regional music.

For the love of Ed: Honoring Grand Rapids radio legend ‘Uncle Buck’ Buchanan (Podcast)

July 26, 2018 16:53 - 5 minutes - 7.01 MB

RSVP Music Chat sat down with radio veterans Kevin Matthews and Steve Aldrich to toast the pioneering talents of the late Ed Buchanan, the WLAV legend who passed away in June. Listen to the rollicking, fun podcast, toast Uncle Buck at Bob's Bar on Friday and check out the written tribute by Aris Hampers.

Seth Bernard: Collaborative musical power meets environmental steward (Podcast)

July 24, 2018 15:59 - 36 minutes - 46.6 MB

This edition of the RSVP Music Chat spotlights one of Michigan's most respected collaborative musicians, Seth Bernard, who also has taken a strong stand on protecting Michigan's water resources. Why other musicians should join him. Listen to the latest and wholly intriguing podcast.

Big Boss Band keeps its blues hues humming: Local Spins on WYCE

July 14, 2018 15:52 - 2 minutes - 6.38 MB

The West Michigan blues band, which plays this weekend's Kalamazoo Blues Fest, debuted new songs on the WYCE radio show, which also boasted new tracks by In the Valley Below, Luna Puer and more. Listen to the podcast, watch the video of Big Boss Band's in-studio performance.

Hannah Rose Graves’ new band unfurls new songs, ‘great live energy’: Local Spins on WYCE

June 30, 2018 15:52 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

The Grand Rapids group which plays a Saturday night showcase in Kalamazoo lit up this week’s radio show, which also boasted new tracks by Brutes, Flint Eastwood, The Deputies, Overdrive Orchestra, Shawn Butzin and more. Listen to the podcast, watch a video of The GravesTones' in-studio performance.

Bello Spark hones its harmony-hued Americana, Bruce Ling serenades a hornet: Local Spins on WYCE

June 22, 2018 21:58 - 3 minutes - 7.15 MB

Grand Rapids’ Bello Spark debuted two new songs on the air, Ling hawked his Grand River Water Festival that takes place Saturday and the show premiered new tracks by The Gorgeous Oranges, Pink Sky and Barrel Bones. Listen to the podcast, watch a video of Bello Spark's fetching in-studio performance.

Rick Chyme’s incredible, empowering ‘giant puzzle’: Story, Local Spins on WYCE podcast

June 20, 2018 20:30 - 1 minute - 3.95 MB

Grand Rapids’ popular hip hop artist is in the midst of creating 365 straight days of new music and challenging others at the same time. Listen to the radio show podcast, which also features new tracks by Nathan Walton, Blair Miller and Bronze Wolf, and watch the video of Chyme's unusual in-studio appearance.

Why Grand Rapids demands a downtown listening room: RSVP Music Chat with Quinn Mathews

June 19, 2018 15:40 - 1 minute - 2.6 MB

Studio C's $180 million theater/retail/housing complex being built in downtown Grand Rapids is set to include a world-class listening room run by Quinn Mathews. RSVP Music Chat sat down with Mathews to explore this buzz-generating project. Listen to the podcast at Local Spins.

‘Unpredictable Child’: Dacia Bridges’ journey from German mega-star to rising Michigan act

June 09, 2018 14:28 - 6 minutes - 15.3 MB

The singer, songwriter and musician with success in everything from heavy metal to dance music has re-established herself in Southwest Michigan as a rising star while fronting the Dacia Bridges Project all-female super-group. Read the back story about this remarkable artist, listen to the full Local Spins on WYCE radio show podcast featuring her in-studio performance and new music from other regional acts, and check out Dacia Bridges videos at Local Spins.

Suzies get ‘pretty’ in a psychedelic way, plus new regional music (Local Spins on WYCE)

May 26, 2018 13:41 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MB

This week’s episode of the Local Spins radio show showcased Suzies in-studio, plus new tracks by I Believe in Julio, Upstage Crew, Political Lizard, Winnow, Tony Bakker, Baker Brothers and more. Listen to the podcast.

Conrad Shock + The Noise bracing for ‘new path,’ second volley of eclectic ‘GR rock’

May 19, 2018 16:49 - 1 hour - 62.8 MB

The band unleashed two robust new songs this week for Local Spins on WYCE, which also debuted new tracks by Suzies, The Extra Texture, Shanf, Minor Element, JRob and more. Listen to the full radio show podcast, watch the video of Conrad Shock + The Noise's in-studio performance. The band plays the Local Spins Summer Kickoff in Grand Rapids on May 27.

Grand Rapids’ Melophobix builds on ‘positive energy,’ diverse influences for new album: Local Spins on WYCE

May 12, 2018 17:03 - 1 hour - 150 MB

The May 11 edition of Local Spins on WYCE boasted an in-studio visit by Melophobix, plus the on-air premiere of new songs by Coffin Problem, Brant Satala, Brian Koenigsknecht, Act Casual, Andrew Starr and more. Read about Melophobix, watch an in-studio video and listen to the full radio show podcast at Local Spins.

Local Spins on WYCE: The Crane Wives in-studio, plus new music from Lady Ace Boogie, Brad Fritcher, Opulent Ardor, Bob’s Dock

April 21, 2018 14:45 - 1 hour - 139 MB

The kickoff to WYCE's Spring Fund Drive featured a lively chat with folk-rock's The Crane Wives, plus local song debuts and regional music from Cameron Blake, Oh Brother Big Sister, Tail from the Crypt and, yes, Jack White. Listen to this week's podcast at Local Spins.

Nicholas James Thomasma’s banner year and new songs from The Go Rounds, E Minor, Hacky Turtles, Entransient, Brian Koenigsknecht

April 14, 2018 11:30 - 16 minutes - 37.5 MB

This week’s edition of Local Spins on WYCE featured an in-studio performance by very busy Grand Rapids singer-songwriter Nicholas James Thomasma who's headed to Spain with the FBC All-Stars, plus riveting new regional music by more than a half-dozen artists. Listen to the radio show podcast.

KJ & the Good Time Family Band’s soul- and rock-fueled funk that ‘makes people want to move’

April 07, 2018 11:15 - 11 minutes - 26.1 MB

The Grand Rapids band, which plays Wealthy Theatre on Wednesday, powered up its dance-happy music for Local Spins on WYCE, which also premiered new tracks by Lady Ace Boogie, Lazy Genius, Angela Josephine, Shawn Butzin, Silverstiles, ESME and more. Watch the in-studio video, listen to the podcast, read the Artist Spotlight feature.

Local Spins on WYCE: New music from Valley Girl, Tony Bakker, The Smokin’ Dobroleles, Young Pioneer, Cassidy Bisher and more

March 31, 2018 11:30 - 59 minutes - 136 MB

Listen to this week's edition of Local Spins on WYCE, which showcases an hour of local and regional music every week including the premiere of several new tracks by Michigan artists.

Lipstick Jodi revels in fans’ emotional bonds with its infectious pop: Local Spins on WYCE

March 24, 2018 11:15 - 1 hour - 147 MB

Building on the success of its full-length debut album, Lipstick Jodi went acoustic in performing in-studio for this week’s radio show, which also featured the debut of tracks by Chain of Lakes, Olin Clark, Antighost and more. (Video, podcast)

The Willeys keep their Celtic rock rolling three decades on: Local Spins on WYCE

March 17, 2018 13:53 - 1 hour - 140 MB

The venerable Grand Rapids band brought its rootsy, seven-piece attack to this week's radio show, which also boasted new tracks by Brian Koenigsknecht, DAYZ, The Crane Wives, Sleeping Timmy, Cousin Avery and more. Listen to the radio show podcast, watch the video of The Willeys performing in-studio.

An Dro’s ‘great spirit’ and instrumental Celtic glory (minus ‘The Unicorn Song’): Local Spins on WYCE

March 10, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 143 MB

An Dro performed for this week’s Local Spins on WYCE, which also debuted local and regional tracks by Luke Winslow King, Mat Churchill, Mark Harrell, Steve Hilger Jazz Quintet, The Bootstrap Boys, Wing Vilma and more. Listen to the podcast, watch the video.

Earth Radio transmits organic, soulful, genre-bending grooves for debut album: Local Spins on WYCE

February 24, 2018 18:34 - 12 minutes - 29.5 MB

The Grand Rapids super-group previewed its upcoming release on this week’s WYCE radio show, which also debuted music by Nathan Kalish, Lushh, The Plastic Bears, El Brandino, Urban Cowboy and more. Read the back story about the band, listen to the podcast, watch a video of Earth Radio's in-studio performance.

RSVP Music Chat: Succeeding in music means being seen, broadening your skill sets, getting ‘really good at saying yes’

February 21, 2018 17:27 - 1 minute - 2.63 MB

Sustaining a career in music takes perseverance, hard work and talent, says Roger Brown, who's managed a musical life for more than four decades. And don't reject opportunities when they're offered. It's all part of the latest RSVP podcast.

Local Spins on WYCE: The Founding takes Irish tradition up a notch, plus new tracks by Molly, El Brandino and more

February 02, 2018 22:00 - 1 hour - 142 MB

This week’s edition of the radio show also featured music from Sleep Cheaters, LVRS, Jeremy Ensley, Lushh, Skyking, Ttypes and An Dro. Listen to the full podcast, watch the in-studio video of The Founding's performance.

Jack Droppers & The Best Intentions’ rock ’n’ roll of self-expression, love and living in ‘the tension of the world’

January 26, 2018 23:46 - 1 minute - 3.78 MB

With a new debut album, the Grand Rapids band performed this week for Local Spins on WYCE, which also debuted new music from The War & Treaty, VAZUM and Skyking. Read the story, watch the video of Jack Droppers' in-studio performance and listen to the full radio show podcast.

RSVP Music Chat: Drinking too much, too old (or too new) guitar strings and other mistakes bands make in the recording studio

January 25, 2018 16:24 - 15 minutes - 23.4 MB

For Episode No. 11 of Ralston and Sink's Virtual Podcast, the duo welcomes River City Studios owner and engineer Roy Wallace to talk about how bands can better prepare for recording an album or EP, and what they often get wrong. Listen to this enlightening session from an expert audio engineer.

The Legal Immigrants’ quest for rock ’n’ roll’s holy grail: Local Spins Live at River City Studios

January 18, 2018 13:26 - 9 minutes - 22.8 MB

One of Grand Rapids' favorite rock bands performed new and old songs in-studio and chatted about getting more eclectic on their next studio album. Read the story, listen to the HopCat Presents Local Spins Live at River City Studios podcast, watch the video.

RSVP Music Chat: Unmasking the mystery of band bookings and how venues choose acts

January 11, 2018 12:00 - 27 minutes - 39.9 MB

For this January episode, Ralston and Sink’s Virtual Podcast sat down with Intersection general manager Scott Hammontree to talk about booking, landing tours and how local bands get on concert bills. Listen to this fascinating conversation about what happens behind the scenes.

Local Spins on WYCE: hi-ker harnesses IDM obsession for fetching new release

January 06, 2018 15:53 - 3 minutes - 8.1 MB

The West Michigan trio brought its electronic wizardry to this week’s radio show, which also boasted the debut of tracks by Shane Tripp, Peat in the Creel, Venson Dix and Bruce Matthews. Listen to the Local Spins on WYCE podcast, which also featured songs by performers at the upcoming Jammie Awards.

RSVP Music Chat: The pros and cons of tribute acts and tribute shows, plus other groovy stuff

January 04, 2018 16:18 - 20 minutes - 30.9 MB

The first Ralston and Sink's Virtual Podcast of 2018 tackles the intriguing popularity of tribute acts, along with looking back at 2017 and forward to 2018. Oh, and a bunch of other stuff in this episode. Listen to the podcast, leave a voice message for RSVP Music Chat.

Hollywood Makeout, Jake Kershaw, The Founding, Yolonda Lavender, Desmond Jones, ConvoTronics, Major Murphy to perform at Jammie Awards for first time

January 02, 2018 22:02 - 2 minutes - 6.04 MB

February’s biggest night for local music will also boast sets by popular acts such as May Erlewine, Organissimo, Hannah Rose & The GravesTones, Afro Zuma and many more. See the full roster of performers and listen to the most recent Local Spins on WYCE podcast featuring a bevy of Jammie nominees.

Mark Lavengood, Kaitlin Rose get busy, get inspirational for holidays: Local Spins on WYCE

December 23, 2017 14:22 - 1 hour - 139 MB

Lavengood and Rose performed on air, with Local Spins on WYCE also debuting new tracks by Dayz, John Proulx and more during this week’s show. Watch the videos, listen to the podcast.

Local Spins on WYCE: Nordy embraces the beautiful, plus new tracks from Hannah Rose, The Howlers, Michigander

December 16, 2017 14:41 - 5 minutes - 11.7 MB

This week’s episode of the radio show boasted an in-studio visit from Nordy, plus new holiday music from Peat in the Creel and River City Narrative, and much more. Listen to the full podcast, watch a video of Nordy's on-air performance.

With ‘Fear Not,’ Cameron Blake boldly embraces ‘more energy, bigger instrumentation’: Local Spins on WYCE

December 09, 2017 02:19 - 2 minutes - 5.89 MB

This week’s guest talks about his acclaimed new album and performs with his band on a show that also featured the debut of tracks by hi-ker, Dori, Andy Baker, Bruce Matthews, Charles the Osprey and Talismans. Listen to the podcast, watch the video.

Asamu Johnson & The Associates of the Blues, Public Access rev up Local Spins on WYCE

December 02, 2017 12:00 - 16 minutes - 37.1 MB

A legendary Grand Rapids blues band performed live in-studio and an emerging instrumental rock band previewed two new tracks on Local Spins on WYCE, which also boasted new music from The Outer Vibe, Bob Seger, The Fever Haze, Jack Droppers & The Best Intentions and more. Listen to the podcast, watch the video.

From stage-diving heavy metal to no-rules bluegrass: Billy Strings in the RSVP Music Chat

November 30, 2017 16:02 - 2 minutes - 2.86 MB

Ralston and Sink's Virtual Podcast sat down with Michigan-bred guitarist Billy Strings for a free-wheeling chat about small-town boredom, a'no rules' attitude and bluegrass snootiness, pride in parents, exploring one's full potential, rowdy concerts, love of life and riding the wave as long as you can. Listen to the full podcast, watch the video highlights.

Fall Flannel Folk Festival to showcase singer-songwriters as part of ‘Giving Tuesday’

November 24, 2017 20:50 - 22 minutes - 51.1 MB

The Tuesday benefit for WGVU at SpeakEZ Lounge will feature performances by half-dozen solo artists, including Michael Riley, who was featured on this week's Local Spins on WYCE. Get the lowdown and listen to the full radio podcast featuring new local and regional music and an in-studio performance by Billy Strings and his band.

The travails of ‘making it’ as a Nashville musician: Dominic John Davis in the RSVP Music Chat

November 21, 2017 13:53 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MB

Ralston and Sink's Virtual Podcast caught up with the Michigan-bred bassist in a Grand Rapids studio, and he opened up about doing 'a lot of juggling' to survive during a 'weird time' in the music biz. Listen to Episode 7 in the RSVP Music Chat series.

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