11.4K
Downloads
224
Episodes
AMPLIFYING WISCONSIN MUSICIANS WMPodcast interviews local Wisconsin musicians on their journey from their first group, solo endeavor, hired studio work, local community groups, and more, to their present day activities in the local music scene. We will also talk with music businesses and music organizations. We’ll talk about their origin story, what their influences are, what they do to hone their talents and their skills to be where they are today. What they feel is not only suffocating the local music scene, but, better yet, what they feel is helping push the local scene into the limelight. Also hear about gigs they’ve played that made an impression on them and why. . . and much more.
Episodes
Tuesday Nov 15, 2022
Tuesday Nov 15, 2022
WISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST
AMPLIFYING WISCONSIN MUSIC
Episode 91 Paul Vash
DRIVE-A-TRON
Drive-a-tron is an electronic/rock/dance outfit that is hellbent on having a good time. You are already here, which means that *you* are now part of Drive-a-tron!
The song 'Take Care of What You're Given' started in early 2020, before a global pandemic. Now it feels even more correct. Any and all money that you donate for this track will be given to the Meadowood Neighborhood Center in Madison, Wisconsin. They do good for so many, especially now. Let's do the same.
https://hyperfollow.com/Driveatron
https://drive-a-tron.bandcamp.com/
https://www.instagram.com/drive_a_tron/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ZiNAc5NtG8Q6lZSWxAI7b
https://www.youtube.com/@drive-a-tron
Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
WISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST
AMPLIFYING WISCONSIN MUSIC
WMP EPISODE 90
"Now go make some music!" - Tyler Campbell
In 1956 Fender chose to begin making electric guitar bodies out of a new wood, Red Alder. Leo was a pragmatist and Alder was a sustainable, not overly heavy hardwood that was easy to finish, easy to glue, and perhaps most importantly, was local to Fender's operations. Today Alder remains one of the most popular choices for Fender guitar bodies - an economical and sustainable choice that still delivers high quality.
With that same pragmatism, Alder Audio is a startup microphone company out of Ann Arbor, Michigan, and we are out to prove that it is possible to make a world class microphone in the U.S. at a small company and at a reasonable price if you are willing to break some convention and adopt a practical approach. We are a company bent on offering a fantastic and affordable product and we invest little in marketing and polish. Our innovative H44 ribbon mic comes out of an uncompromising attitude toward high quality audio combined with a streamlined approach to design. We've put this together in a package that we sell direct to the user in order to offer the best possible price.
From the Founder
When I started Alder I wanted to be able to offer microphones that were top tier quality, innovative, and completely made in the U.S. while keeping costs low enough to be accessible to working musicians and engineers. The reason I would ever hope to be able to meet such a difficult set of goals is my unique combination of experience. I am a former product development engineer and chemist with experience in multiple industries, I am a long-time home recording enthusiast, I hold an MBA, and I grew up working for the family business, a small U.S. manufacturing company that is still thriving today.
One of things my experiences have taught me is that if you can manage to offer a truly well designed product, support it well, and offer it at a fair price, the business pulls itself along naturally instead of needing to be constantly pushed forward by marketing. At the end of the day, my biggest goal for Alder is to offer users a mic that works very well for them at a price they can afford. So if you have questions, please, feel free to say hello. Send us a note over on the contact form. We'd be happy to help.
Thanks for stopping by. Now go make some music!
-Tyler
www.alderaudio.com
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
WISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST
AMPLIFYING WISCOSNIN MUSICIANS
EPISODE 89
Hip Hop and Voice Over Artist, and Photographer Brad Dassey
"There comes a time in your life when you have to realize enough is enough. You may never end up reaching the "top of the mountain" working for the phat cats. Instead, search deep within your soul and tap into your greatest skills, strengths and talents. Take every so often to re-evaluate your life and NEVER stop reaching for your dreams." - Brad Dassey
B.D.M. or "Brad Dassey Music" is a recording artist from Wisconsin.
Brad has been composing, recording & beat making original music since 1997.
Born in Two Rivers, Wisconsin Brad has currently recorded well over 330 songs including rap, hip hop, piano instrumental, spa / meditation music and more.
Brad's biggest hip hop, rap & music producer influences are Eminem,
Dr. Dre, Timbaland, Jay-Z, 2Pac, Outkast,
Justin Timberlake, Twenty One Pilots and others.
Lyricist, Beat Maker, Music Composer, Recording, Mixing & Mastering Engineer
Script / Content Writer, High Quality Voice Over Recordings, Fully Produced TV & Radio Broadcast Quality Audio Production
http://www.bradvo.com
High Quality Photography of Nature & Portraits
http://www.facebook.com/alwaysinfocusphotography
NETWORK WITH ME ON LINKEDIN
https://www.linkedin.com/in/braddassey
Wisconsin Music Podcast Link tree : linktr.ee/WI_Music_Podcast
ZTF Studio: www.ztfStudio.com
Tuesday Oct 18, 2022
Tuesday Oct 18, 2022
WISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST
AMPLIFYING WISCONSIN MUSICIANS
EPISODE 88: Michael Tierney of Reilly and Beatallica
Reilly: Winners of the folk rock/Celtic band of the year award by Wisconsin Area Music Industry for 2019 and 2015, Reilly have garnered a reputation for being an interactive, get-off-your-chair act. The band’s circuit continues to grow along with their reputation for being a highly respected professional group. National programs such as Good Morning Ireland, Blarney on the Air, and Paddyrock internet radio have featured Reilly. Celtic Radio Music Network rates them as five out of five stars. Their ability to adapt Celtic music to an American rock audience, and include unexpected rock favorites into their set, makes them the perfect eclectic choice in today’s watered down and predictable Celtic scene.
Beatallica:
Forged from the influences of two of history’s greatest bands, Beatallica are the world’s first live mash-up or “bash-up” band. Their wit, creativity, subversiveness, and flair are as sharp as the point they make.
Beatallica destroy the boundaries of creativity and reveal how original compositions of music can be crafted for those who identify with humor and biting commentary. All the while, they show appreciation and reverence to The Beatles and Metallica, grandfathers of their respective genres.
Beatallica continue to change the face of music on the internet, in live settings, and over radio waves around the globe. They flourish with music lovers from all areas of the world at their side.
Throw your fist high into the air, become a Beatallibanger, and open your mind to a one-of-a-kind brand of musical mayhem.
Wisconsin Music Podcast Link tree : linktr.ee/WI_Music_Podcast
ZTF Studio: www.ztfStudio.com
Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
WISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST
AMPLIFYING WISCONSIN MUSICIANS
EPISODE 87 KIRSTIE KRAUS
Kirstie Kraus carries her thirst in her songwriting, in her live shows, and in her everyday connection with other kindred spirits. Nowhere is her appetite more quenched than on a stage in front of her fans, appropriately named “Thirsties”. Her confidence naturally shines under the bright lights, taking concert goers on a well-defined path of self-discovery and bliss. Her writing infuses her own transparent journey with others’ experiences to create sustainable lyrics and catchy melodies. The result is a perfect blend of country, funk, blues, and rock because with Kirstie, there are no boundaries. There’s only the process of “letting go” and letting the song tell you what it wants to be.
It will also tell you WHERE it wants to be and for an intuitive deep thinker like Kirstie, that place is Nashville. Three years ago, the Wisconsin native made the move to Music City and having heavily toured the summer before with her Midwest band, Thirsty Jones, Kirstie made the decision to really focus on honing her craft in town. She immediately began demoing out songs for her upcoming full length record and playing established Nashville venues, like the Listening Room Café and the Bluebird. She also leaned into the production side of her album, gaining great insight from her then producer about arrangements, vocal styling, and mixing. Her first Nashville based single, “Delusional” (2018) fancies a sassy 80s funk groove while 2019’s “Gotta Do” pulls in early 2000s Shania vibes. “Silver”, her July 2020 release, possesses the licks of Joan Jett and attitude of Avril Lavigne, proving that she’s not a one lane roadmap.
In fact, the roadmap has always been paved with perseverance and unwavering support of her close knit family back home. Her strong Catholic upbringing relayed the importance of a greater plan from early on. Growing up in an industrial, blue collar area instilled hard work, community involvement, and social interaction. The popular powerhouse vocals of Mariah, Celine, Gloria Estefan, and Amy Grant nudged the precocious six year old to declare that she too wanted to be a singer, in the form of a homework drawing. Her mother then enrolled her ambitious daughter into every opportunity and outlet she could find. By 12, she was writing songs and by the age of 15, she had picked up a guitar and joined NSAI, which meant frequent trips to Nashville for the next several years to be mentored by the best in the business. Kirstie did what most successful artists of longevity will tell you to do: she built her fan base and relationships back home AND in Nashville before making the big leap.
Wisconsin Music Podcast Link tree : linktr.ee/WI_Music_Podcast
ZTF Studio: www.ztfStudio.com
Tuesday Oct 04, 2022
Tuesday Oct 04, 2022
WISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST
AMPLIFYING WISCONSIN MUSIC
Episode 86
MotherWind
Tuesday Sep 27, 2022
Tuesday Sep 27, 2022
WISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST
AMPLIFYING WISCONSIN MUSIC
Episode 85
Pop Punk Rock band - The Fall Sound
Tuesday Sep 20, 2022
Tuesday Sep 20, 2022
WISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST
"Amplifying Wisconsin Musicians"
Season 3
Episode 84
Danny Langton (Songwriter/Vocals/Rhythm Guitar)
Danny was born and raised in London, England. His father was a solo artist and guitar teacher and introduced him to bands like The Beatles and The Kinks at a very young age. In his late teens and early twenties he became a massive Oasis fan and that love for Brit rock is what inspires his songwriting. He has said one of the highlights of his life was meeting Paul Weller from The Jam and The Style Council at a gig in Washington DC. To Danny, rock 'n' roll is about way more than music – it is fashion, mindset and a way of life.
Tuesday Aug 30, 2022
Tuesday Aug 30, 2022
WISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST
Episode 83
The Rogue Electrics
The Rogue Electrics are an independent
original rock band and recording artist from
Milwaukee Wisconsin that sound like a mix of
classic rock, alternative rock, and blues.
The Rogue Electrics name came from the fact that I am
the last in line of a family of electricians. My Grandpa,
dad, and uncles have a family business called Rogahn
Electric. I was never exposed to learning the trade. The
band name is a tribute to my dad and family who were
the ones that turned me onto all of the classic rock
music I now love. I felt that naming this band The
Rogue Electrics was a way for me to carry on my
family’s legacy while serving to be a symbol of the blue
collar type workmanship required to make a good
independent band. The logo design is based on the font
style from the Rogahn Electric work jackets that my
family used to wear on the job.
Booking/Contact Email
therogueelectrics@gmail.com
Bandcamp (get our merch/records)
Bandcamp - The Rogue Electrics
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therogueelectrics/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therogueelectrics/
Youtube (videos and recorded music)
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8RMrgMLWzFbx8S7d2u0ATw
Find us on Spotify, Apple, Amazon as well.
Tuesday Aug 16, 2022
Tuesday Aug 16, 2022
WISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST
Episode 82: Irish Guitar Virtuoso Shane Hennessy and Milwaukee Irish Festival
Irish virtuoso guitarist Shane Hennessy has established himself as one of the leading guitarists on the world stage, known widely for his fingerstyle, flatpicking, and percussive guitar-playing approaches. His energetic live performances and his cinematically-vivid compositions tie in influences from Bach to Beyoncé – and everything in between! With a unique style of solo guitar playing that encompasses the range of a whole band – covering drums, bass, rhythm and lead lines – Shane builds a complete sonic world entirely on his own.
A musician from a young age, Shane credits his background in Irish traditional music as the base on which he has built his genre-defying musical explorations. Initially a concertina player under the tuition of the renowned Mícheál Ó Raghallaigh, he achieved successes in the Fleadh Cheoil competitions in Ireland. He then turned to the guitar aged twelve inspired by the music of James Taylor. Becoming more interested in songwriting and in music in general, it was when he discovered the styles of Tommy Emmanuel and Chet Atkins that his interest in solo performance blossomed. Since that time, he has toured the world with thousands of shows under his belt, four albums of music, and a proven track record as a performer, songwriter, arranger, accompanist, and session musician.
Billed as “one of the most exciting live performers of his generation, with an ability to move between styles and genres with ease” by Irish Music Magazine, audiences can never be too sure what will come next during the exciting mix of jazz, blues, country, soul, traditional Irish music, and world music he offers. With the addition of some smooth vocals, genre-hopping improvisations, and well-arranged covers, it makes sense why music legend super-producer Nile Rodgers (CHIC) thinks that “his style is killer, it’s really cool stuff”, and why guitar legend Tommy Emmanuel says that Shane “transcends the guitar the same way Muhammed Ali transcended boxing”.
All information for Shane is on his website:
https://www.shanehennessy.ie/