Best Jon Rauhouse Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 41: Donnie Wade 2:52:19

1M ago2:52:19

2:52:19

From poor farmer to guitar shop owner to Chief Luthier at Gretsch, to setting up guitar factories in Asia, Donnie Wade has had a very, very interesting life. His passion for music started at a very young age where he risked severe punishment to sneak out and get just a glimpse of the happenings at the strictly forbidden local underground (black) mu…

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Episode 40: Max Crawford 1:21:15

4M ago1:21:15

1:21:15

When you're good, and you're cool, everybody wants you. Max Crawford has been charming his way into playing with loads of great bands with his warmth, ripping sense of humor and adventurous attitude. He came by and shared generously a few of his adventures in this realm of music. Not only is he a founder of an in-demand horn section called Total Pr…

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Episode 39: Johnny Dixon a.k.a. Johnny D. 2:16:53

5M ago2:16:53

2:16:53

Here's a treat! Arizona's preeminent music historian, archivist and scholar came up for a rollicking, laugh-filled, wildly informative discussion about Arizona music history, becoming a DJ as a kid, his wide ranging career in the music business and his tireless efforts to preserve and document the music of Arizona. His Audio Ranch podcast is absolu…

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Episode 38: Meliza Jackson 57:10

7M ago57:10

57:10

Head slammin. Feet shakin. That's how you do it. Meliza Jackson plays guitar for the Darts (US) and is having a blast doing it. Their new album is on Jello Biafra's Alternative Tentacles label and is on the verge of release into the wild. Come on in for a lively discussion about life on the road and making shit happen in the music biz.…

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Episode 37: Jason Patrick Woodbury 2:05:34

9M ago2:05:34

2:05:34

The more you look, the more you love. There is a mountain to discover where this man is involved. An influential writer, creative director of Hello Merch, overseer of the world of WASTOIDS, neck deep in Aquarium Drunkard and Transmissions, and pushing great music on Range and Basin. Look them all up. You'll like them. He's also a musician under the…

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Episode 36: Luthier Stephen Stratton 1:24:06

12M ago1:24:06

1:24:06

Instruments to drool over. Fantasize about. Lust after. Stephen Stratton has been building stringed instruments since graduating from the Roberto-Venn School of Lutherie in Phoenix in 1998. He now creates playable works of art from his shop in the Sacremento Mountains of New Mexico. Stephen stopped by the Goldwater Building to chat about, you guess…

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Episode 35: The Boxmasters are back 42:57

1y ago42:57

42:57

Billy Bob Thornton and J.D. Andrew came through town again with their band The Boxmasters. And being the generous chaps that they are, gave us an invite to come hang out on their tour bus for a bit and get the lowdown on their current adventures.By Jon Rauhouse, Blaine Long, Darren Baum

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Episode 34: Jim Bachmann 1:21:47

1y ago1:21:47

1:21:47

He's a busy man, but we finally got him! Jim Bachmann is a wizard of words and an Americana master with his signature "good timing Stonerbilly" sound and a presence of wisdom and authenticity. He's been making music solo and and along with his band The Day Drinkers for over a decade now and is still making the rounds. From playing "professional bus…

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Episode 33: Rhett Miller of The Old 97's 34:34

1+ y ago34:34

34:34

He’s a prolific songwriter, an alt-country pioneer, a damn good talker and a fountain of thoughtful insight about music, touring, and keeping a band together for over 30 years. He’s the primary songwriter for the Old 97’s with 12 studio albums and a long list of song placements in movies and TV shows. He has also released 7 solo albums in his spare…

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Episode 32: Singer songwriter Eric Ramsey 1:55:52

1+ y ago1:55:52

1:55:52

He’s a writer of songs. He’s a player of guitars. He’s the winner of a multitude of songwriting competitions and is a regular performer at a long list of venues all over the southwest and beyond. From the bars, to the coffee shops to the theaters and festival stages he’s been pouring out his special blend of bluesy folk for the last 20 some odd yea…

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Episode 31: Pastor Carl Wiman 1:40:03

1+ y ago1:40:03

1:40:03

Brace yourself! Pastor Carl Wiman is about to preach! He’s the head of a little church out in Whitman, AZ and is always bringing music to the people and giving whole heartedly to his community both locally and abroad. He started playing in bands when he was 12 years old at the Moose Lodge in Ajo, Arizona which started him on a path of musical pursu…

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Episode 30: Booking Agent Ali Hedrick 1:04:33

1+ y ago1:04:33

1:04:33

Ali Hedrick has been booking bands since the 90’s and has the experiences and stories we all wish we could have been there for. From interning at Touch and Go Records to starting one of the largest independent booking agencies in the country she has been working hard to get your favorite bands into the places where they can blow you away with their…

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Episode 29: Jacob Dylan 40:48

1+ y ago40:48

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Magnificent solo artist and, of course, front man for The Wallflowers, Jacob Dylan is one of the greats. Grammy’s, mega-hits, quadruple-platinum, all of that. But it didn’t come easy. Jacob had to grind it out in the clubs and had frustrating record label problems like so many other musicians. But the greatness of his songwriting prevailed and the …

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Episode 27: Jesse Valenzuela of the Gin Blossoms 1:19:10

2y ago1:19:10

1:19:10

At 15 he was playing in bars. By 25 he was writing huge hits as a member of the Gin Blossoms. And 30 plus years later he's still writing great songs and conjuring great sounds as a solo artist, collaborator, session player, producer and composer for TV and film. He's pretty much done it all and he was nice enough to stop by and tell us all about it…

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Episode 28: Jon and Blaine made a record 52:07

2y ago52:07

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They've threatened to do this for a while now. And it's on the verge of release! Jon and Blaine discuss the making of their fabulous new record and the great fortune that was showered upon them. Loads of heavy hitters showed up to contribute and the results are fantastic! Come on in and get the inside scoop on who's involved, where the songs came f…

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Episode 26: Hans Olson 1:58:01

2y ago1:58:01

1:58:01

This guy has pretty much done it all in the music business. For over 50 years he’s been a performing and recording musician and played all over North America, Europe, Africa, you name it. He’s released 17 albums and the list of great bands he has opened for is way too long to list here. He was the owner of the Sun Club in Tempe which was a big part…

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Episode 25: Joey Burns and Sergio Mendoza of Calexico 1:04:56

2y ago1:04:56

1:04:56

Cofounder of Calexico, Joey Burns and long-time compatriot Sergio Mendoza stopped by for a warm chat about what's going on with this prolific band. With a unique blend of folk, indie rock, and Americana, and with great respect to the traditions of Mexico and South America, Calexico has become synonymous with the sound of the desert southwest. Decad…

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Episode 24: Billy Bob Thornton and J.D. Andrew of The Boxmasters 1:44:40

2+ y ago1:44:40

1:44:40

Billy Bob Thornton has done an excellent job of not letting his acting, writing, and Academy Award winning get in the way of his music career. He’s been in bands since middle school and has made music a central part of his enviable life. J.D. has also been busy as an in-demand audio engineer and composer working with artists such as The Rolling Sto…

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Episode 23: Jared Woosley 1:22:26

2+ y ago1:22:26

1:22:26

What a story. What an inspiration. A young hockey player, from a long line of hockey players, excels to the point of being chosen to train for the Olympics. But he's also a killer musician and forms a band called Five Speed. This band is so good they get a major record label deal and record some albums. So the aspiring Olympian changes gears and to…

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Episode 22: John Rickard 1:30:57

2+ y ago1:30:57

1:30:57

Pedal steel. The crying machine. Like flying a helicopter while standing in a hammock. A few brave souls have applied themselves to this mysterious instrument and mastered it's unique, voice-like sound. John Rickard is one of them. He's been obsessed with this contraption since he was a boy and has played with damn near every band that has ever uti…

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Episode 21: Lindsay Cates 1:09:17

2+ y ago1:09:17

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She’s been on the front lines of the record store business for over 20 years and still loves the thrill of helping people find their new favorite band. She’s a huge part of the long-time taste-making record store Stinkweeds that has always been a well curated and super hip place to find your next musical listening adventure. No wading through piles…

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Episode 20: Brendan Dezember 1:13:20

2+ y ago1:13:20

1:13:20

Need some guitar work done? We know a guy. Brendan Dezember is one of those cool underground guitar guys that is good enough that word of mouth is all he needs to have a steady stream of repair work coming in. He's a graduate of the Roberto-Venn School of Luthiery and has been doing this important work for years. Super talented and humble in equal …

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Episode 19: Kyle Owen 59:36

2+ y ago59:36

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Canadian martial artist, musician, Covid nurse, etc. You know the type. He's a songwriter, a lover of humanity, a giver of aid and a teacher of competitive physical interactions. Full of insights about a great many topics. We had a good time and a lot of laughs as well as some serious discussion of the state of the pandemic. Welcome to the show.…

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Episode 18: The State of the Podcast 1:14:18

3y ago1:14:18

1:14:18

What do we do now? A quick, laugh-filled chat about how we're all doing, healthcare for musicians, and whatever else comes to our frantic little minds.By Jon Rauhouse, Blaine Long, Darren Baum

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Episode 17: Ryan Doordan 58:21

3y ago58:21

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He’s a man of the road. So much so that he’s technically homeless. And he likes it that way. He’s been touring with all your favorite bands for the last 20 odd years as a tour manager, and engineer. From Boz Scaggs to Bright Eyes to My Morning Jacket to Neko Case to Spoon and Father John Misty, he’s been all over the world making shows happen. He’s…

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Episode 16: Darren Baum 56:57

3y ago56:57

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Darren Baum is the owner and engineer at Sonic Piranha. He's the one-man band Ripples in Runoff. He's the technician behind the podcast. He's the fun-loving, easy-going engineer/producer of quite a few wonderful records. We're talking about the history of Sonic Piranha, recording, studio life, and the art of music and what to expect when going into…

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Episode 15: Neko Case 1:42:14

3y ago1:42:14

1:42:14

A powerful voice, amazing songs, and an inventive, curious mind conspired to form this lovely human's intriguing musical adventure. From Vancouver to the Sonoran desert to Chicago, Vermont and beyond, she's been enriching music scenes, recording loads of critically acclaimed records, and touring the world. And all on her own terms. The New Pornogra…

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Episode 14: Richard D. Walter, PhD 1:19:59

3y ago1:19:59

1:19:59

Ethnomusicology. That's right. Rich is an expert on human cultures and their musical goings-on. Which comes in handy when you are curating one of the largest collections of musical instruments in the world, the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM). But it's not all just book learnin'. He's a champion banjo player and not too shabby on the guitar and man…

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Episode 13: Joe Vallee 1:40:28

3y ago1:40:28

1:40:28

An interesting life makes for an interesting dude. And Joe Vallee has had a very interesting life. He builds and repairs guitars, teaches at Roberto-Venn school of Luthiery, and has been the long-time guitar tech for the Doobie Brothers. He's been all over the world and rubbed elbows with quite a few of the biggest bands of all time. He spent some …

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Episode 12: Dana Armstrong 1:06:35

3y ago1:06:35

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Dana Armstrong. A strong name for the stronger force behind the pioneering Phoenix music machine known as Valley Fever. The legendary Sunday night country music party where she spins loads of her favorite country vinyl and even lets some bands play. Her Quarantine (way before COVID) shows are legendary for their all-day fun and huge roster of bands…

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Episode 11: John Doe 31:47

3+ y ago31:47

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Where to start. Actor, author, punk rock pioneer John Doe called in from the road in Montana where he is no doubt thrilling throngs of campers with his riveting campfire performances. Add this to the long list of contributions to the world of musical and performance arts. We talk about his new book about the early LA punk scene, his continued work …

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Episode 10: Josh Kantor 1:09:15

3+ y ago1:09:15

1:09:15

You may know him as the organist for the Boston Red Sox, or as a keyboard player for bands such as The Split Squad and Jim's Big Ego, or for his live-streaming show "7th-Inning Stretch", or from his work at a small school referred to locally as Harvard University. This Boston icon is a very busy man and we are very excited that he took the time to …

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Episode 9: Sundance Head 39:09

3+ y ago39:09

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Country-soul singer Sundance Head calls in from the road to talk about winning "The Voice" and living a life on the road. He's a touring machine playing hundreds of shows a year and has some valuable insight into what happens after you win one of these iconic contests. Spoiler alert, it's not that great. He's got a big personality and a big voice a…

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Episode 7: Mark Zubia 1:12:43

3+ y ago1:12:43

1:12:43

Arizona native and Phoenix institution Mark Zubia comes to the studio to talk about his bands, his songs, and his enviable career as a musician. He was a founding member of the band Chimera who later morphed into the Pistoleros and scored a major label recording and publishing deal. Mark continues to write, record and perform solo with his band Los…

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Episode 8: Jason Verlinde 1:07:28

3+ y ago1:07:28

1:07:28

Jason Verlinde is many things. He is a Co-founder, publisher, editor, and author at the beautiful and interesting magazine Fretboard Journal , a podcast host for numerous podcasts including "The Truth About Vintage Amps", "Fretboard Journal", and "Sweep the Floor", a great storyteller and an outstanding individual, just to name a few. Join us for a…

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Episode 6: Todd Chuba 1:54:55

3+ y ago1:54:55

1:54:55

He may look like a spritely young man, but this guy has been drumming all over the country with a lot of cool cats for decades. You'll hear about his struggles in the early years and his later successes that sprouted from a positive attitude, finely honed stick skills and a solid work ethic. He's a hell of a good story teller too so come on in and …

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Episode 5: John Reuter 1:33:24

3+ y ago1:33:24

1:33:24

A far reaching discussion with a great guitar builder, a great teacher of lutherie, and a founding member of The Noodles, John Reuter. We'll talk about everything from building guitars for some of the best guitar players of all time to how he met Jon Rauhouse in the prime of the Tempe music scene to relearning to play guitar after losing multiple f…

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Episode 4: Taking Charge of Your Career 1:02:15

3+ y ago1:02:15

1:02:15

How to do merch, streaming, social media and steering your own ship.By Jon Rauhouse, Blaine Long, Darren Baum

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Episode 3: Blaine Long 1:05:57

3+ y ago1:05:57

1:05:57

He's bald, he's beautiful, he was on a musical game show. What a dick.By Darren

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Episode 2: Hey Babe, Who the F@ck is Jon Rauhouse? 1:32:44

3+ y ago1:32:44

1:32:44

The time we tried to find out who this guy is and what makes him tick.By Jon Rauhouse, Blaine Long, Darren Baum

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Episode 1: Getting to Know You 1:09:42

3+ y ago1:09:42

1:09:42

Jon Rauhouse and Blaine Long sit down for one-on-one about Covid, touring, getting a podcast started, and how important it is to be kind.By Jon Rauhouse, Blaine Long, Darren Baum

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