Top Hill Recording Podcast
267 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsWhether you write music, record music, play music.......or just LOVE music, this podcast is for you!
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Visit "One Shot One Mic One Song" on YouTube to hear artists from this podcast recorded live with a minimalist one mic approach from the past. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
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Stephen Allen Davis - 18 BMI Songwriter Awards; 2 Grammy Nominations
September 25, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 71.7 MBStephen Allen Davis wrote what would become his first hit song when he was 17 years old. Percy Sledge recorded Stephen Allen's song “Take Time to Know Her” and it soon soared up the charts. Since then Stephen Allen has had over 400 songs recorded by various artists (including Joe Cocker, Meat Loaf, Tammy Wynette, Reba McEntire, Barbara Mandrell, Jo Dee Messina, Charlie Rich, and more), received 18 BMI awards, been nominated twice for Grammys and has three Million Air Performance Award songs ...
Frank Green - After You Master the Bass Guitar
September 18, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBFrank Green has a reputation as one of the most proficient bassist in the region. Now, his focus is guitar and vocals with original band Silkwood Showers. Frank talks with Neil and Brad about his journey and his latest project, The Great Depression. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
After You Master the Bass Guitar - Frank Green
September 18, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBFrank Green has a reputation as one of the most proficient bassist in the region. Now, his focus is guitar and vocals with original band Silkwood Showers. Frank talks with Neil and Brad about his journey and his latest project, The Great Depression. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Episode 31 - Frank Green
September 18, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBFrank Green has a reputation as one of the most proficient bassist in the region. Now, his focus is guitar and vocals with original band Silkwood Showers. Franks talks with Neil and Brad about his journey and his latest project, The Great Depression. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Singer/Songwriter - Shadwick Wilde
September 11, 2020 16:00 - 52 minutes - 48.9 MBShadwick Wilde grew up in San Francisco, Havana, and Amsterdam, before settling in Kentucky at age 16 with his mother, an activist, poet, and filmmaker. At 18, Wilde dropped out of school to tour as a guitarist-for-hire in various hardcore-punk bands, including Dischord Records legacy act Iron Cross. He has toured Europe twice and criss-crossed North America ad nauseam. In late 2019, Wilde was introduced to drummer/producer Ken Coomer (Wilco, Uncle Tupelo), who invited him to come and record...
Episode 30 - Shadwick Wilde
September 11, 2020 16:00 - 52 minutes - 48.9 MBShadwick Wilde grew up in San Francisco, Havana, and Amsterdam, before settling in Kentucky at age 16 with his mother, an activist, poet, and filmmaker. At 18, Wilde dropped out of school to tour as a guitarist-for-hire in various hardcore-punk bands, including Dischord Records legacy act Iron Cross. He has toured Europe twice and criss-crossed North America ad nauseam. In late 2019, Wilde was introduced to drummer/producer Ken Coomer (Wilco, Uncle Tupelo), who invited him to come and record...
Shadwick Wilde - Singer/Songwriter
September 11, 2020 16:00 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBShadwick Wilde grew up in San Francisco, Havana, and Amsterdam, before settling in Kentucky at age 16 with his mother, an activist, poet, and filmmaker. At 18, Wilde dropped out of school to tour as a guitarist-for-hire in various hardcore-punk bands, including Dischord Records legacy act Iron Cross. He has toured Europe twice and criss-crossed North America ad nauseam. In late 2019, Wilde was introduced to drummer/producer Ken Coomer (Wilco, Uncle Tupelo), who invited him to come and record...
Taking Your Music from a Concept to a Released Song
September 04, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBBrad and Neil talk about completing the first set of songs recorded and released from Top Hill Recording Studio. Not only do they discuss the recording, editing, and mixing process, but also the steps to get a song released on streaming services. This episode is a step-by-step guide to taking your music from a concept to a released song. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
Episode 29 - Whats Been Happening at Top Hill Recording?
September 04, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBBrad and Neil talk about completing the first set of songs recorded and released from Top Hill Recording Studio. Not only do they discuss the recording, editing, and mixing process, but also the steps to get a song released on streaming services. This episode is a step-by-step guide to taking your music from a concept to a released song. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrec...
Chris Floyd - Voodoo Symphony - Reconnecting with College Band Mate
August 28, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 68.1 MBNeil reconnects with Chris Floyd, a Voodoo Symphony band mate from his college days at the University of Kentucky. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
Reconnecting with College Band Mate - Chris Floyd - Voodoo Symphony
August 28, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBNeil reconnects with Chris Floyd, a Voodoo Symphony band mate from his college days at the University of Kentucky. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Episode 28 - Chris Floyd - Voodoo Symphony
August 28, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBNeil reconnects with Chris Floyd, a Voodoo Symphony band mate from his college days at the University of Kentucky. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Robert Henry - Bringing Back Country Music's Traditional Roots
August 21, 2020 16:00 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBRobert Henry is bringing back country music's traditional roots. He recently released the EP "In the Works" which includes the 2020 World Songwriting Awards "Best Traditional Country Song", Storm the Gates. Robert joins Brad and Neil remotely from the 2020 Sturgis Bike Rally. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
Episode 27 - Robert Henry
August 21, 2020 16:00 - 56 minutes - 52.7 MBRobert Henry is bringing back country music's traditional roots. He recently released the EP "In the Works" which includes the 2020 World Songwriting Awards "Best Traditional Country Song", Storm the Gates. Robert joins Brad and Neil remotely from the 2020 Sturgis Bike Rally. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Bringing Back Country Music's Traditional Roots - Robert Henry
August 21, 2020 16:00 - 56 minutes - 52.7 MBRobert Henry is bringing back country music's traditional roots. He recently released the EP "In the Works" which includes the 2020 World Songwriting Awards "Best Traditional Country Song", Storm the Gates. Robert joins Brad and Neil remotely from the 2020 Sturgis Bike Rally. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Bonus 4 - SooNer or LaTer (SoL)
August 19, 2020 18:39 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MB1. All American Girl; 2. This is Life; 3. Walking on Razorblades; 4. Jake Bickell; 5. Loaded Loser --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
Rhyme Partners - Melissa Bollea Rowe - Award Winning Music Publishing Company
August 14, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 70.7 MBRhyme Partners is an award winning music publishing company based in Nashville. Founder Melissa Bollea Rowe discusses songwriting, brand marketing, career coaching, professional development, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
Award Winning Music Publishing Company - Rhyme Partners - Melissa Bollea Rowe
August 14, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 72 MBRhyme Partners is an award winning music publishing company based in Nashville. Founder Melissa Bollea Rowe discusses songwriting, brand marketing, career coaching, professional development, and more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Episode 26 - Rhyme Partners - Melissa Bollea Rowe
August 14, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 72 MBRhyme Partners is an award winning music publishing company based in Nashville. Founder Melissa Bollea Rowe discusses songwriting, brand marketing, career coaching, professional development, and more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Episode 25 - Musick Harris
August 07, 2020 16:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MBAt a young age, his grandfather introduced him to old school funk, soul and R & B. Now, Musick Harris turns out great baby-makin' music with that 90's vibe everyone loves. Musick talks with Neil and Brad about his current project and more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Musick Harris - Bringing Back Old School R & B
August 07, 2020 16:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBAt a young age, his grandfather introduced him to old school funk, soul and R & B. Now, Musick Harris turns out great baby-makin' music with that 90's vibe everyone loves. Musick talks with Neil and Brad about his current project and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
Bringing Back Old School R & B - Musick Harris
August 07, 2020 16:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MBAt a young age, his grandfather introduced him to old school funk, soul and R & B. Now, Musick Harris turns out great baby-makin' music with that 90's vibe everyone loves. Musick talks with Neil and Brad about his current project and more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Balancing Being Musicians, Fathers, and Husbands - Turn3 - Chris and Chad Donohue
July 31, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBTurn3 is an original Rock/Roots/Soul/Country band from Louisville, Kentucky. Chris and Chad's life experiences as musicians, fathers and husbands are poured into the music Turn3 creates. The end result is something very authentic. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Episode 24 - Turn3 - Chris and Chad Donohue
July 31, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBTurn3 is an original Rock/Roots/Soul/Country band from Louisville, Kentucky. Chris and Chad's life experiences as musicians, fathers and husbands are poured into the music Turn3 creates. The end result is something very authentic. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Turn3 - Chris and Chad Donohue - Balancing Being Musicians, Fathers, and Husbands
July 31, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 74.3 MBTurn3 is an original Rock/Roots/Soul/Country band from Louisville, Kentucky. Chris and Chad's life experiences as musicians, fathers and husbands are poured into the music Turn3 creates. The end result is something very authentic. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
Bonus 3 - Sharon Smith Weston Music
July 29, 2020 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.35 MBThree Sharon Smith Weston songs that show why she was on fire in the 60's --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
Episode 23 - Sooner or Later (SoL) - Larry and Lee Reinhardt
July 24, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBCan you successfully start a band, write songs, play shows, and record an album in a short period of time with no experience? ........ABSOLUTELY! Brad and Neil talk with Brad's cousins and former Sooner or Later band mates. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Starting a Band with No Experience - Sooner or Later (SoL) - Larry and Lee Reinhardt
July 24, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBCan you successfully start a band, write songs, play shows, and record an album in a short period of time with no experience? ........ABSOLUTELY! Brad and Neil talk with Brad's cousins and former Sooner or Later band mates. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Sooner or Later (SoL) - Larry and Lee Reinhardt - Starting a Band with No Experience
July 24, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBCan you successfully start a band, write songs, play shows, and record an album in a short period of time with no experience? ........ABSOLUTELY! Brad and Neil talk with Brad's cousins and former Sooner or Later band mates. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
Blind Feline - Ollie Sayani and Matt Griffin - Funky Psychedelic Country Rock
July 17, 2020 16:00 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBLouisville's Blind Feline is a unique and versatile group of talented musicians that can't be described with one musical genre......let's go with funky psychedelic country rock with jazz influences and a blue-grass flair. Ollie and Matt discuss the band's new EP (Cicadas), origin of the band name, songwriting, and much more. Visit "One Shot One Mic One Song" on YouTube to hear this artist recorded live with a minimalist one mic approach from the past. --- Support this podcast: https://po...
Funky Psychedelic Country Rock - Blind Feline - Ollie Sayani and Matt Griffin
July 17, 2020 16:00 - 55 minutes - 51.7 MBLouisville's Blind Feline is a unique and versatile group of talented musicians that can't be described with one musical genre......let's go with funky psychedelic country rock with jazz influences and a blue-grass flair. Ollie and Matt discuss the band's new EP (Cicadas), origin of the band name, songwriting, and much more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Episode 22 - Blind Feline - Ollie Sayani and Matt Griffin
July 17, 2020 16:00 - 55 minutes - 51.7 MBLouisville's Blind Feline is a unique and versatile group of talented musicians that can't be described with one musical genre......let's go with funky psychedelic country rock with jazz influences and a blue-grass flair. Ollie and Matt discuss the band's new EP (Cicadas), origin of the band name, songwriting, and much more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Diamonds and Whiskey - Jenny Lauren Webb - Alt-Country w/ a Swampy Rock Twist
July 10, 2020 16:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBJenny Webb and her band, Diamonds and Whiskey, have seen their popularity soar recently with the release of Heartbreak Queen. With rave reviews and airplay across the globe, Nashville Music Guide called Heartbreak Queen the best rocking country album of the year. Diamonds and Whiskey can be described as alt-country with a swampy rock twist. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
Episode 21 - Diamonds and Whiskey - Jenny Lauren Webb
July 10, 2020 16:00 - 52 minutes - 48.8 MBJenny Webb and her band, Diamonds and Whiskey, have seen their popularity soar recently with the release of Heartbreak Queen. With rave reviews and airplay across the globe, Nashville Music Guide called Heartbreak Queen the best rocking country album of the year. Diamonds and Whiskey can be described as alt-country with a swampy rock twist. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Alt-Country w/ a Swampy Rock Twist - Diamonds and Whiskey - Jenny Lauren Webb
July 10, 2020 16:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBJenny Webb and her band, Diamonds and Whiskey, have seen their popularity soar recently with the release of Heartbreak Queen. With rave reviews and airplay across the globe, Nashville Music Guide called Heartbreak Queen the best rocking country album of the year. Diamonds and Whiskey can be described as alt-country with a swampy rock twist. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophil...
Bonus 2 - Johnstone - Rocket (single)
July 04, 2020 12:00 - 4 minutes - 4.61 MBLouisville original band, Johnstone, released Rocket on July 4, 2020. Written by Neil Johnstone. Recorded and Produced at Top Hill Recording Studio. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
School of Rock Louisville - Non-Traditional Approach to Music Education
July 03, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 64 MBDid you know that the guitar intro on AC/DC's "Thunderstruck" uses a B mixolydian scale? Melanie Scofield and Patrick Denney visit Top Hill Recording Podcast to discuss School of Rock. School of Rock takes a non-traditional approach to music education by teaching technique and theory through classic songs students love, combining one-on-one instruction with group rehearsals and live performances. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
Episode 20 - School of Rock
July 03, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBDid you know that the guitar intro on AC/DC's "Thunderstruck" uses a B mixolydian scale? Melanie Scofield and Patrick Denney visit Top Hill Recording Podcast to discuss School of Rock. School of Rock takes a non-traditional approach to music education by teaching technique and theory through classic songs students love, combining one-on-one instruction with group rehearsals and live performances. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://ancho...
Non-Traditional Approach to Music Education - School of Rock
July 03, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBDid you know that the guitar intro on AC/DC's "Thunderstruck" uses a B mixolydian scale? Melanie Scofield and Patrick Denney visit Top Hill Recording Podcast to discuss School of Rock. School of Rock takes a non-traditional approach to music education by teaching technique and theory through classic songs students love, combining one-on-one instruction with group rehearsals and live performances. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://ancho...
Hottest Ticket for Entertainment Events - Ryan Murphy/Tony Clark
June 26, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBLooking for a stellar musical performance you and your guests can dance and sing to? Wax Factory and Full Contact Karaoke members, Ryan Murphy and Tony Clark, discuss what it takes to be one of the hottest tickets for entertainment events. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Episode 19 - Ryan Murphy/Tony Clark
June 26, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBLooking for a stellar musical performance you and your guests can dance and sing to? Wax Factory and Full Contact Karaoke members, Ryan Murphy and Tony Clark, discuss what it takes to be one of the hottest tickets for entertainment events. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Ryan Murphy/Tony Clark - Hottest Ticket for Entertainment Events
June 26, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBLooking for a stellar musical performance you and your guests can dance and sing to? Wax Factory and Full Contact Karaoke members, Ryan Murphy and Tony Clark, discuss what it takes to be one of the hottest tickets for entertainment events. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
Ryan Murphy/Tony Clark
June 26, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 72 MBLooking for a stellar musical performance you and your guests can dance and sing to? Wax Factory and Full Contact Karaoke members, Ryan Murphy and Tony Clark, discuss what it takes to be one of the hottest tickets for entertainment events. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Jyn Yates - Renowned Drummer, Radio Personality, LBGTQ Leader, Music Producer, and More
June 19, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBJyn Yates is a music teacher, a writer, a renowned drummer, a radio personality, an LBGTQ leader, a lover of the arts, a music producer, and more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
Episode 18 - Jyn Yates
June 19, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBJyn Yates is a music teacher, a writer, a renowned drummer, a radio personality, an LBGTQ leader, a lover of the arts, a music producer, and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Renowned Drummer, Radio Personality, LBGTQ Leader, Music Producer, and More - Jyn Yates
June 19, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBJyn Yates is a music teacher, a writer, a renowned drummer, a radio personality, an LBGTQ leader, a lover of the arts, a music producer, and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Bonus 1 - Johnstone: Live at The Odeon (Louisville, KY)
June 17, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBJohnstone is an original band from Louisville, KY whose lead singer is also co-host of the Top Hill Recording Podcast. This show was recorded at The Odeon in Louisville, KY. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
Episode 17 - Sharon Smith Weston
June 12, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 72 MBSharon Smith Weston tells her story for the first time. A remarkable ride from cutting a demo for a local label to becoming one of the hottest new country stars, selling over 25,000 records in less than a month for Dot Records, in the short span of 18 months. Then......leaving it all for love. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support
Sharon Smith Weston - Overnight Country Music Star
June 12, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 70.7 MBSharon Smith Weston tells her story for the first time. A remarkable ride from cutting a demo for a local label to becoming one of the hottest new country stars, selling over 25,000 records in less than a month for Dot Records, in the short span of 18 months. Then......leaving it all for love. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support
Overnight Country Music Star - Sharon Smith Weston
June 12, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 72 MBSharon Smith Weston tells her story for the first time. A remarkable ride from cutting a demo for a local label to becoming one of the hottest new country stars, selling over 25,000 records in less than a month for Dot Records, in the short span of 18 months. Then......leaving it all for love. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support