Trading Fours
114 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsTrading Fours is a music podcast that focuses on musicians in Kansas City and around the world. Your host is Jamie Green. Jamie is a guitarist who plays with the 90's band Thunder Jacket.
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Episodes
Nicki White - Episode 104
April 28, 2022 12:54 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBNicki White is a Kansas City based singer songwriter with a heck of a story! She grew up in a musical family, lived in the famous Muscle Shoals area, and made a splash on a reality Tv show. Great chat with a really fun artist! https://www.nickiwhite.com/ Tyson Leslie joins me briefly to talk about PurpleJam IV - his tribute concert to Prince that is for a very good cause! https://www.facebook.com/events/507294314019824 Watch my entire conversation with Tyson here: https://www.youtube.com...
Graeme James- Episode 103
April 15, 2022 13:26 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBIt's Graeme James day on the podcast! He joined me all the way from Amsterdam to discuss his new album, "Seasons". James is a native of New Zealand, who now calls Europe home. We discussed this, the new album, becoming a father during Covid, and much more! graemejamesmusic.com podcast website: www.tradingfourskc.com
Andy Timmons - Episode 102
April 08, 2022 05:05 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBThe monster guitarist Andy TImmons joins me to talk all about his new album, Electric Truth! Andy has been on my radar since the late 80's when he burst on the scene with Danger Danger- but that's just a small portion of his amazing career. The Andy Timmons Band, The Pawn Kings, being Olivia Newton John's musical director -he's done it all. Andy zoomed in from his studio in McKinney Texas to talk all about the new album, how he became a video pro due to the pandemic, great musicians from ...
Andy Aledort Returns! - Episode 101
April 01, 2022 05:05 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBThe great Andy Aledort is a fave of this podcast, because he's a super cool guy who is also incredibly generous with his time. He's been on before to talk about his Stevie Ray Vaughan book and to discuss the passing of EVH - but this is the first chance we've gotten to discuss his music! Andy has an amazing new DOUBLE ALBUM (yes you read that right) called "Light of Love". It's a beautiful album that was decades in the making - but well worth the wait. Andy talks all about the new album...
Danielle Nicole Band - Episode 100
March 05, 2022 06:05 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBWe've hit a milestone! 100 episodes of this podcast, and I can't think of a better way to celebrate than to talk to one of the best bands out there, the Danielle Nicole Band! I went over to the DNB rehearsal space to talk Danielle (lead vocals, bass) Brandon (guitars, backing vocals) and Go-Go Ray (drums) about new music, getting ready to get out on the road, and how they spent their time during the lockdown. Great chat, some of the best musicians and nicest people out there! Band websit...
Lydia's Castle- Episode 99
February 26, 2022 06:05 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBNashville based rock band Lydia's Castle joins us to talk about their new single "Phoenix". Singer Tonya LeAnne and guitarist Cody Denton talk about how the band was put together, being a married couple in a band and how grief was the impetus for beginning Lydia's Castle. A very honest and open chat about loss and rebirth. https://lydiascastle.com/home Trading Fours Podcast website: www.tradingfourskc.com
Rain Perry - Episode 98
February 19, 2022 06:05 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBThe issue of race is a topic that makes many of us squeamish. But today's guest overcame her trepidation to release the album "A White Album" where she challenges us to talk about race with empathy and grace. Rain is an amazing storyteller, not only does she release interesting and intriguing music, she also has a podcast based on her childhood called "Cinderblock Bookshelves" that she originally had written as a play. We delve into race, her childhood, the podcast and Spotify on this e...
The Whitmore Sisters- Episode 97
February 12, 2022 06:05 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBThe people we know the longest in our lives are our siblings. And that can be a complicated relationship. Today's guests, Eleanor and Bonnie Whitmore have had their ups and downs- including a "sibling divorce" at one point. But lucky for us, they've patched things up and now are collaborating on a new album called Ghost Stories. We talk all about how the album came to be, how music can be a salve when dealing with grief, and Paul McCartney's bass playing, because, why not? https://www....
Laura Noble - Episode 96
February 05, 2022 06:05 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBToday's guest is the Kansas City singer Laura Noble. She's great performer who was born in the Dominican Republic, with a stop in NYC before making Kansas City home. She combines her homelands music with American pop to make her unique sound! She's also recorded with Kansas City's own TechN9ne! Really fun chat, do it up! https://soundcloud.com/lauranoblemusic https://www.instagram.com/lauranoblemusic/ Trading Fours website: www.tradingfourskc.com
KG Miles - Episode 95
January 29, 2022 06:05 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBWelcome back peeps! I'm back from winter break and we start the ball rolling talking Bob Dylan! Today's guest is the author KG Miles, author of "Bob Dylan in the Big Apple - Troubadour Tales of New York." Be sure to like, subscribe and give a 5 star rating to the podcast! Todays' links: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09MGFXQ63/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i0 KG Miles: https://twitter.com/barberville Trading Fours podcast website: www.tradingfourskc.com
John McCutcheon - Episode 94
December 25, 2021 06:05 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBOn this Christmas Day, we welcome in the fabulous singer/songwriter/mutli-instrumentalist John McCutcheon! John has a new album out, 'Bucket List'. We discuss meditation - both the standard way, and how music can be meditative. His Christmas song, Christmas in the Trenches, which explores the impromptu soccer game between British and German troops in the First World War. We also discuss the amazing Pete Seeger, and how brave he was during the Red Scare. Really enjoyed this one! Be sure t...
Matthew Sweet - Episode 93
December 16, 2021 15:55 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBWho is the most famous person from you high school? For mine, it's either Royals outfielder Alex Gordon or today's guest Matthew Sweet. No offense to Alex, but I was a lot more excited to talk to Matthew! He's had an amazing career of over 3 decades writing and performing rock and pop classics. He dialed in to talk all about his new album Catspaw, surviving the pandemic, moving back home to Nebraska, growing up in Lincoln, his duets with Susanna Hoffs and much more! Really loved this chat,...
Josh Hoyer
December 10, 2021 13:41 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBJosh Hoyer is a force of nature- with a voice that evokes Motown and Memphis, a band with horns and a whole lot of funk, he's coming to The Ship on December 17 from 7-11pm Josh and I apparently grew up about 4 blocks from each other. We delve into growing up in Lincoln, living in New Orleans for a bit, being on the Voice, recording his latest album in Denver and his new album he's starting on soon!
Lyle Workman - Episode 91
December 04, 2021 06:05 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBWhat makes a movie special? One of the key components is the music. Today's guest, Lyle Workman has written the musical score to many popular movies, including Superbad, 40 Year Old Virgin, and many many more. Lyle also is terrific solo artist, his latest album - Uncommon Measures - was recorded with a 63 piece orchestra at the hallowed ground that is Abbey Road. Lyle was a total joy to chat with, you are going to dig this one. https://open.spotify.com/artist/2nNBTVuxOW6ZpFtxf4vRT5 h...
Pure XTC - Episode 90
November 27, 2021 06:35 - 41 minutes - 37.5 MBWe've all been in bad relationships, right? Ones that are toxic. So how do you handle it? Well, if you're Pure XTC, you channel that toxicity into a great EP! Pure XTC is Taylor Hughes, a native of Baltimore who lived in NYC before making KC her home. We had a great chat!
Belle & The Vertigo Waves - Episode 89
November 20, 2021 06:05 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBThe great Kansas City rock group, Belle & The Vertigo Waves are today's guest! Belle & Jeremiah join host Jamie Green to talk all about their new single, surviving the pandemic, hosting their own podcast, having a family member for a band member, Davey's Uptown, and so much more - great chat, do it up! Website: https://www.thevertigowaves.com Social Media: FB - https://www.facebook.com/belleandthevertigowaves/ INSTA - @vertigowaves TWITTER - @vertigowaves TIK TOK - @vertigowaves ...
Charles Williams - Episode 88
November 13, 2021 06:05 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBThe amazing Kansas City pianist joins host Jamie Green and special co-host Paula Saunders Lewis to talk about growing up in KCK, how he handled lockdown, all the great acts he got to see, and how he's traveled the world playing! Great chat, do it up! https://www.charleswilliamspiano.com/
Casi Joy - Episode 87
November 06, 2021 05:05 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBCasi Joy is a joy! She zoomed in from Smithville to talk all about her tour bus home, growing up as a jock, playing the Plaza lighting ceremony and much more! We had a blast - you're going to really dig this one! https://www.casijoy.com/
Ty Tabor- Episode 86
October 29, 2021 13:45 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBIt's Trading Fours 2 year anniversary, and I cannot think of a better way of celebrating than having the amazing guitarist, singer and songwriter Ty Tabor stop by! You know him from Kings X, Jellyjam and his solo work. Ty came by my house to discuss turning 60, how he handled lockdown, how Kings X influenced the Seattle sound and why he loves Kansas City. Great dude, amazing chat- do it up!
Warren Huart - Episode 85
October 23, 2021 05:05 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBWe're back in LA today to talk to Warren Huart, a record producer, musician, composer, engineer and more! Warren runs an amazing website Produce Like A Pro, which gives great tips on how to make your home recordings sound professional. In addition his prolific YouTube tips has amazing interviews, producing insights and breaks down iconic songs. Great guy, great chat- do it up! https://producelikeapro.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/Producelikeapro
Zoe Roarz- Episode 84
October 16, 2021 05:05 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBDo you think rock n roll is dead? Well today's guest, Zoe Roarz, does not. Zoe is a great young singer, guitarist and songwriter who "wants to make as much noise as possible." We discuss how she got into music, who she listens to, her new album and more! https://www.zoeroarz.online/ Today's sponsor is OurHouse KC: https://www.ourhousekc.com/
Lawrence Gowan of Styx- Episode 83
October 09, 2021 05:05 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBIt's Styx day on Trading Fours! Vocalist and keyboardist Lawrence Gowan dialed in from on the road to talk all about their new album, why the critics now love them and how they are staying safe while on the road. Great guy, fun chat, do it up! https://styx.lnk.to/crashofthecrownPR
Bluhauz - Episode 82
October 02, 2021 06:35 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBI'm back! Did you miss me? The summer hiatus is over and to celebrate we've got Bluhauz in the house! He's a Miami based singer and guitarist who grew up in Argentina. We talk all about his new debut album, how he went to Berklee School of Music, AND how Jimmy Page showed up at his graduation. Great chat, do it up! Email me with comments or suggestions: [email protected] https://www.bluhauz.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDhJxeR4j-c
Eric Dover- Episode 81
August 20, 2021 12:49 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBThe great guitarist and singer Eric Dover joined me to talk all about his new project, Lickerish Quartet, Sextus, Imperial Drag and of course, Jellyfish! Eric is an amazing musician, a very nice guy who also has a great sense of humor. We had a blast. Do it up! https://thelickerishquartet.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2uobzmf-5GI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OX_oe9PcrnA Listen to all the episodes and contact me here: www.tradingfourskc.com Today's sponsor: https://camp...
Lonnie McFadden - Episode 80
August 14, 2021 05:05 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBToday it's Lonnie McFadden day on Trading Fours! Lonnie McFadden is Kansas City jazz royalty in this town. He's a great trumpeter, singer, tap dancer and entertainer! Lonnie joined me to talk all about his new amazing club, "Lonnie's Reno Club" - that is in the basement of Ambassador Hotel! He honors the amazing history of Kansas City jazz through song. And talk about history, we TALK ABOUT HISTORY! We also discuss Kansas City today. Great chat, do it up! https://www.lonniesrenoclub...
Doug "Cosmo" Clifford - Episode 79
August 07, 2021 05:35 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBWe've got a Rock n Roll Hall of Famer in the house! Doug "Cosmo" Clifford joins host Jamie Green to talk all about his new album "For All the Money In The World", that sat in his vault for 35 years, but now is seeing the light of day! This album features not only Doug, but the late Steve Wright on bass, with the Greg Kihn Band. It also includes an all-star cast of other musicians. We talk all about the album, the importance of collaborating, growing up in Oakland, and what is means to him...
Nobody's Girl's BettySoo- Episode 78
July 31, 2021 02:07 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBIt's Nobody's Girl day on the podcast. This Austin based trio bring the heat with their new album, that was released just yesterday! Band member BettySoo dialed in to talk all about the new album, her bandmates and how they came together, playing shows out again AND their amazing time in Austin. PLUS - we discover we have a very close connection. Great chat, do it up! https://www.wearenobodysgirl.com/ Liking the podcast? Give it a review! It helps with traffic. You can find all the p...
Chris McLernon returns! - Episode 77
July 24, 2021 05:05 - 1 hour - 78.8 MBChris McLernon (Saigon Kick, Cold Sweat) returns to Trading Fours to discuss his guitar repair hobby that's turning into a non-profit, his new album! AND.....getting left by the tour bus in the middle of Texas We also discuss how Wolfgang Van Halen should deal with social media, and much more. Great guy, great chat, do it up! https://www.instagram.com/mclernon/ https://twitter.com/chrismclernon
Wayne Sutton - Episode 76
July 17, 2021 05:35 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBAustin-based guitarist, singer/songwriter Wayne Sutton joins me on Trading Fours! I first became aware of Wayne WAY back in the early 1990s when I lived in Austin and he was in the amazing band Sister 7 (then known as Little Sister). Wayne has a new album out called 'Blue Worm'. We discuss that, his album last year with Patrice Pike called 'Heart Is a Compass" - which included my favorite song of 2020 'Bright as the Sun'. We also discuss Austin in the early 1990s, Edie Brickell and the N...
Everclear's Art Alexakis - Episode 75
July 10, 2021 05:35 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBEverclear's Art Alexakis joins host Jamie Green to talk all about their show here in Kansas City on July 18! The Summerland Tour includes Everclear, Living Colour, Hobastank and Wheatus. They are all playing at Grinders here in KC on July 18. Art and I talk all about that, touring, fatherhood, and dealing with his MS. Great chat, do it up! http://www.summerlandtour.net/ https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/2561071/
Desmond Mason - Episode 74
July 03, 2021 05:35 - 48 minutes - 44 MBIt's Desmond Mason day on Trading Fours! Desmond is an amazing keyboardist, producer and beat maker! We talk all about his career, some tough love from Bobby Watson, playing up on the Liberty Memorial and MUCH more. Desmond is the real deal, check it out! https://www.instagram.com/ddotprofessor/ https://twitter.com/ddotprofessor/
Sara Morgan - Episode 73
June 24, 2021 14:49 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBSara Morgan is one of the hottest acts in Kansas City. She joins host Jamie Green to discuss her new album, actually going to church in a bar, her childhood and much more. Great chat with the rising country star. Do it up! https://saramorganmusic.com/
Lara Hope - Episode 72
June 19, 2021 05:35 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBIt's a roots rock day on the podcast! Lara Hope of Lara Hope and the Ark-Tones joins host Jamie Green to talk about their new album "Here to Tell the Tale." They also discuss what's the difference between roots rock and rockabilly, Brian Setzer, playing the Westport Inn in Kansas City and much more! https://www.larahopeandtheark-tones.com/
The Jenny Thing - Episode 71
June 12, 2021 05:35 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBThe Jenny Thing's Matt Easton joins host Jamie Green to talk about their new album, American Canyon! Matt and Jamie geek out about home studio recording, Star Search, San Fran bands, food and much more. Great chat, do it up! https://thejennything.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1sY6OUqnGxc
James DiGirolamo - Episode 70
June 05, 2021 05:35 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBNashville Singer/Songwriter James DiGirolamo dialed in to talk all about is new Ep Paper Boats! We discuss the EP, growing up in the northeast, the craft of songwriting and much more! Great, EP - great chat, do it up! https://www.jamesdigirolamo.com/ https://www.jamesdigirolamo.com/ Subscribe to my Patreon page for exclusive videos and transcripts: https://www.patreon.com/tradingfourskc?fan_landing=true
DeAnn - Episode 69
May 29, 2021 13:05 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBCovid has changed all of our worlds - and in the case of DeAnn - in both positive and negative ways. DeAnn came over to my house to be my first indoor interview in over 14 months. We talk about her childhood, her career, her creativity and also personal tragedy with Covid. Great, heart-filled chat - do it up! https://www.deannofficial.com/ Support the podcast with Patreon - details here: https://www.patreon.com/tradingfourskc?fan_landing=true Hartzell's party at Lemonade Park info: ...
Jedd Chlebowski
May 22, 2021 11:56 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBBassist Jedd Chlebowski joins host Jamie Green to discuss his album, collaborating with people like Vernon Reid, Doug Wimbish, Kenny Arnoff, Gilby Clarke and many others! https://www.jeddbass.com/ https://twitter.com/Jeddbass Hire Jamie's 90s tribute band Thunder Jacket this summer and get a 10% discount when you email the band at: [email protected]. To get the discount you must put the subject line Trading Fours. *Only valid in the Kansas City metro area for June 2021, July 202...
Nuthin' But A Good Time Author Tom Beaujour -Episode 67
May 16, 2021 05:35 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBImagine a time where almost all of the most popular bands on the planet not only knew each other, but also had played in the same clubs - and in some instances- even played in each other bands. The book 'Nothin' But A Good Time' - documents this era- the 1980s on Hollywood Sunset Strip. The bands are now household names- Guns N Roses, Poison, Motley Crue and more! But years before they were on MTV they were on the Sunset Strip hanging flyers on telephone polls, fighting other bands and th...
Maia Sharp - Episode 66
May 09, 2021 05:35 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBChange can be hard; it also can spark creativity. In the case of Maia Sharp, a move to Nashville after the end of a 21 year marriage was the catalyst for her new album. We discuss the new album, the craft of songwriting, her move to Nashville and much more! https://www.maiasharp.com/ https://twitter.com/maiasharp "I think I have my favorites then another slays me. Maia is a master in her absolute prime — out of the ballpark once again, but this one really ignites everything that is diff...
Angela Ward - Episode 65
May 02, 2021 05:35 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBAngela ward joins host Jamie Green to discuss her family band, the JWB. Angela plays keys, her husband James is on bass and their son Jaylen is on drums! They make really fun videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu19aNBmzLDANGuNqZWzJ6Q We also discuss Angela's Florida roots, the fabulous musicians in Kansas City and her work with children. Great episode, do it up! https://www.instagram.com/the_jwb_music/ https://twitter.com/TheJWB
The Moon Kids - Episode 64
April 25, 2021 05:35 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBLead Singer David Barr of the Scottish Band "The Moon Kids" joins me to talk all about their new EP "Ride with the Hurricanes". Great chat, do it up https://www.facebook.com/themoonkids https://twitter.com/the_moonkids https://www.instagram.com/themoonkids Like and subscribe to the podcast!
Jillian Riscoe - Episode 63
April 17, 2021 05:35 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBIt's Jillian Riscoe day on the podcast! She's a Kansas City singer/songwriter who taps into her own life experiences -which are sometime painful - to create her music. We talk about that, how she is navigating the soon to be post-COVID world, her friendship with previous guest Emma Jo and much more! jillianriscoe.com This episode brought to you by Governor Stumpy's in Waldo: www.governorstumpys.com Like and subscribe to the podcast!
Billy Decker - Episode 62
April 11, 2021 05:35 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBThe Nashville music engineer and producer Billy Decker joins me to talk about his new book 'Template Mixing and Mastering: The Ultimate Guide to Achieving a Professional Sound'. Billy is one of the hottest mixers and engineers in the music business - in large part because of the speed he can mix and master his tracks. He does that by already having templates established for his tracks. We also talk about being friends for 35 years - way back to the days of hanging out and playing guitar...
Mensa Deathsquad's Brandon Phillips - Episode 61
April 04, 2021 05:35 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBDo you say "How are you doing?" I'm guessing yes - and for most of us, the answer is usually "Fine" and it moves on. For Mensa Deathsquad's Brandon Phillips- the answer isn't fine. He deals with Crohn's Disease and was hospitalized for months. Even with all that, Brandon continues to create- and his Mensa Deathsquad his one man band. The new album is "Cyclist" and we will talk all about that too. If you ever wanted what it's like to deal with a chronic illness and STILL be creative, t...
Emma Jo - Episode 51
March 29, 2021 16:57 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBKansas City singer/songwriter Emma Jo joins host Jamie Green to discuss her new music and much more
Alyssa Murray - Episode 60
March 28, 2021 05:35 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBAlyssa Murray joins me to talk all about her new EP "Half and Half". Super fun chat where we discuss the new music, what made her pivot to adding production along with playing to her credits, collaborating with her boyfriend, Jeff Buckley, Fiona Apple and more! Great chat! Do it up! https://www.instagram.com/alyssamurraymusic https://alyssamurray.bandcamp.com/ Join Jamie for his live discussion with the Nashville engineer and producer Billy Decker - LIVE on Facebook and YouTube on Tuesd...
Walking Paper's Jefferson Angell - Episode 59
March 21, 2021 05:35 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBWalking Paper's Jefferson Angell dialed in to talk all about their new album, The Light Below. We chat all about the new album, growing up in Seattle (including getting a front row seat to watch the Seattle music scene explode in the early 1990s). We also discuss carpentry, and the Kansas City stomp. Great dude, fun chat! https://carryonmusic.com/artists/walking-papers/ https://www.facebook.com/walkingpapersmusic https://twitter.com/walkingpapers1 https://www.pbs.org/kenburns/jazz/
DeAndre Manning- Episode 58
March 14, 2021 06:35 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBWe are back in Kansas City to highlight the amazing bassist DeAndre Manning! We talk all about his musical upbringing - including his famous Aunt who is one of the most sampled people in hiphop! DeAndre also talks about how you can both honor the history of Kansas City jazz AND move it forward to create a new Kansas City sound. Great dude, we had a ton of fun chatting! DeAndre's music playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOL3Xl5MS0NshEDq-LTs4I44LR6lUcHVq Make a reservation ...
Nina Herzog- Episode 57
March 07, 2021 06:35 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBThe singer/songwriter Nina Herzog joins me for the latest episode of Trading Fours! Nina has her debut EP coming out "Together Away." - This six song debut tells a story about unconditional love - and even when you are far away from people you love, yet you are connected no matter what. We talk all about the new EP, her experience visiting Kansas City while on tour, her influences and much more! http://www.iamninaherzog.com/ https://www.facebook.com/iamNinaHerzog/ https://www.instagram....
Jason Falkner - Episode 56
February 28, 2021 06:05 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBThe amazing Jason Falkner dialed in from his back porch in LA to give an update on what he's working on - AND talk all about his amazing career - Jellyfish, Beck, Paul McCartney, Susanna Hoffs, R. Stevie Moore and much more! One of my favorite musicians - he sings, he plays guitar, piano, drums, bass etc. Writes, records and produces music in his home studio: you're going to really enjoy this one! Jason's Spotify channel: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5DSSaD2HBvTDwGTsxLGjHb Opening son...