Mike Oregano is a musical mastermind. What he does is something that should be appreciated by all, whether you're a musician or not. In this episode you'll hear about Mike's unbelievable life on the road, and his dedication to music. He breaks down the technical aspects of a one man band show, and we dive into how others in the industry view his un…

The Copper Creek band is unlike any band that I've had on the show! They play in unique venues, have a unique style, and their overall outlook on being musicians is extremely refreshing! Founding member Mike Gorman (guitar/vocals) opens my eyes to many things I had never considered in my days of being a musician. https://www.coppercreekband.live ht…

Derek Wayne Brown is a singer/songwriter, guitar player and drummer from California. MO. In this episode we discuss Derek's journey to becoming a musician, his mission to reignite the support for local original music, and much more! https://www.derekwaynebrown.com http://www.facebook.com/derekwaynebrown Check out our merch site at https://www.momus…

Etched in Embers formed in 2020 and have already achieved great success. In this episode guitarist Tyler Kenyon and bassist Chance Rhodenizer offer incredible insight into a band's journey to get to the next level in the industry. We cover everything from networking, promotion to radio, marketing, presentation, recording, putting on a killer live s…

I'm thrilled to talk with Will and Bethany Gregory, veteran owners of Charlie Foxtrots in Osage Beach, MO. They are quickly becoming THE destination for live music at the Lake of the Ozarks! With an adult arcade, local wines, and all of your other favorite adult beverages, on top of the plethora of musical talent, Charlie's is a place you HAVE to v…

One of the founders of Shaman's Harvest, Josh has been at the heart of the band for going on 27 years! In this conversation he shares some AMAZING stories from the road, the stage, and he walks us through the history of one of the biggest bands to EVER come from the state of Missouri! Check out the latest album "Rebelator" from Shaman's Harvest! ht…

Chris Crane of the Astro Katz is an encyclopedia of music knowledge and history. The Astro Katz are all about Rockabilly music. If you've never heard of it or don't know much about it, that will change after listening to this conversation! Chris shares some valuable insight for musicians about setting your rates, connecting with the audience, and s…

Dakota Livingston has quite the musical history, and a few talents other than music that may surprise you as well! Dakota and the Angry Suitcase on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dakotaandtheangrysuitcase Dakota Livingston on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dakota.livingston.3 You can help financially support our show! Become a Patron of the…

A Three-Piece from the Lake of the Ozarks area, Phantom Sam's chemistry shines in this interview! Their improvisational approach to music, their influences and creativity result in a really diverse and captivating listen. Here are some random topics mentioned that may raise your eyebrows: Don and the Lizards Joe Dirt Hi Mom The Dirty Machine Little…

Taz is a beloved local musician from the Lake of the Ozarks. He has multiple lifetimes of musical experiences, and he shares a lot of them here! We blaze through many topics and share a lot of laughs along the way! You artists out there need to pay particular attention to his advice on booking and getting gigs! You don't want to miss this one! Taz …

Aislynn Rose is a very unique musician that you MUST get to know! From traveling all over and competing in different competitions, being a part of the School of Rock, and being the MVP of the St. Louis open jam scene, she is having a remarkable start to her career! With her mom Shanna supporting her in this interview, we talk gear, celebrity encoun…

You will undoubtedly be impressed after listening to this conversation with multi-award-winning artist Ruby Leigh! At only 15 years old, she has hit the ground running and is playing shows all over the midwest. Ruby is primarily a country artist, but with over 200 cover songs committed to memory and a nice catalog of originals, you will not be disa…

Empire Adrift is a unique duo from the Springfield, MO area. They have a sound heavily influenced by punk and alternative rock music. Stick around until the end to hear one of their most successful songs, "Burn Your Bad Day Down!" Empire Adrift on Facebook Empire Adrift Website You can help financially support our show! Become a Patron of the Misso…

Our first episode of 2023 is a great one! It features our first female artist Brandy Lee! She is also our first country artist to be featured on the podcast! Enjoy her story of how she got to Missouri, and the steps she took to get her music career up and running...singlehandedly! Brandy has some amazing advice for musicians on booking, rates, and …

Anthony McKee of the band Whiskey Trio swung by the studio and sat down to talk with me about a plethora of things! Anthony has an insane background and musical resume. He is extremely knowledgeable, and he and I teach each other some things that we both may not have been aware of. Musicians and fans alike will enjoy this lengthy, yet informative c…

Missouri Music mainstay Baub Eis and I sat down and discussed many things, the following are some keywords and topics from our chat: The Homegrown Show "Extreme Midget Wrestling" Strip Bar Burnout Silly Shenanigans Dale Blue Entertainers Baub is a great storyteller and shares some really funny memories. He also has some valuable advice for fellow m…

Raz Wickham's love of music was the seed that eventually grew into a life devoted to his art and to entertainment. Get comfortable as Raz explains his beginnings in music, his love of cinema and the arts, and how it all grew to inspire him to create his own projects beyond that of music. Stick around until the end for a song from The Edge of Beyond…

In this episode I speak with Timmy and Evan from the Sedalia band Stalfos! I'm really impressed with how down-to-earth and community-minded these guys are. You'll want to listen to find out how they are helping young musicians in Missouri! Also, they were kind enough to submit one of their new songs "Shattered!" Stalfos | Facebook Stalfos - YouTube…

Former Senseless Tragedy guitar player Andy Wickham stops by and discusses the current state of local and mainstream music, his influences and favorites, and he reflects on his experiences during the creation of Senseless Tragedy! Listen until the end to get his answer when I ask if he would be a part of a reunion show! *In need of a great, budget-…

For this milestone 10th episode, I have a fun conversation with Tony Yates from the Rolla band AlterKshon! You don't want to miss the story of their difficult first gig and how they got their name! We also cover some useful topics like how to promote yourself and get gigs, and the secret to the band's success and longevity! Near the end of our chat…

Hailing from Hannibal, MO, NOWAKE has been a consistent, driving force in the Missouri music scene for 15 years. In this phone interview from earlier this summer, I speak with singer Mark Kempker. We cover a lot of topics, but you definitely don't want to miss Mark's advice on how to become a successful original rock band! Outro Music: Alone by NOW…

Rob Wilson is a pillar of the local music scene in Mid Missouri. His talents have been witnessed well beyond the borders of this state. Rob's projects include being a solo artist (Acoustic Mayhem of Rob Wilson), an acoustic duo (R&R), a heavier full band (Weathered Soles), and a karaoke maestro. Rob is also a pioneer, being the creator and host of …

Artist and former drummer Darin Blank and I sat down and talked for the first time in over 13 years! We talked about his days drumming for Senseless Tragedy, his lifelong love of art, finding his passion of tattooing, and much more! Outro music: Young and Invincible by Senseless Tragedy *In need of a great, budget-friendly microphone? Check out thi…

From the unceremonial exit from No Call No Show, to Senseless Tragedy, to Three Inch Girth, to Weathered Soles - this is my story! In this unique episode i'm interviewed by a special host. This person caused me to reflect, question my decisions, and learn things about myself. You will not want to miss this one! The thunderstorm that night makes it'…

In this phone interview Grizz and i talk T-Pain's opinion of his music, his accomplishments, and opinions and experiences trying to "make it" in a complicating music landscape - where image is almost more important than the art itself. GRIZZ LEE on youtube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCpH4kS9NbW5AHa2POVInm8w GRIZZ LEE on facebook: https://www.fa…

The talented and hard working musician David Bond represents the St. James band Sabertooth in this phone interview. He discusses the intriguing way the band was formed and the surprising day jobs of it's members. David also discloses the huge variety of influences and musical experience throughout the band. At the end of the discussion we debut a c…

Tapeside is an extremely unique band out of Sedalia, MO. In this episode i have a chat over the phone with guitar player, songwriter, and vocalist Alex Contreras! Alex has an amazing understand of music genres. Learn about his many influences, the band's songwriting and recording process, and growth from album to album. I learned a lot during this …

After computer issues erased our first conversation, i sit down again with my best friend Teddy Wright for this second episode! We discuss the creation and the emotional ending of our band No Call No Show and what happened after, Teddy describes the state of the local music scene, and he speaks about our new collaboration D^ybreak! Start your podca…

In this debut edition we talk to my long time friend and former bandmate Jake Wickham! Find him on youtube by searching This Is Jake. In this episode he gives his unique perspective on the past and present state of the Missouri music scene, we discuss the gear he uses, we tell some old stories, and more! Near the end of our discussion i ask him a v…

Major upgrades and improvements aren’t always necessary. There are simple upgrades you can make that will help sell your home and won’t break the bank. Want to sell your Michigan Home? Get a FREE home value report Want to buy a Michigan Home? Search all homes for sale I hope 2017 has gotten off to a great start for you. I wanted to drop by today to…

Another year is almost behind us. Today, I would like to take a moment to thank you for your support and wish you a happy holiday season. Want to sell your Michigan Home? Get a FREE home value report Want to buy a Michigan Home? Search all homes for sale It’s hard to believe that another year is almost behind us. Today, I want to wish you and yours…

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In Michigan, homeowners can legally record potential buyers who tour their home. As a buyer, there are a few things you should avoid saying if you want that house. Want to sell your Michigan Home? Get a FREE home value report Want to buy a Michigan Home? Search all homes for sale Today I want to give some advice about what a buyer should and should…

Want to sell your Michigan Home? Get a FREE home value report Want to buy a Michigan Home? Search all homes for sale I don’t know about you, but September and October are a few of my favorite months of the year. The sights, sounds, and flavors of fall are all things that I love. Another thing I love is not having to pay high utility bills from usin…

Want to sell your Michigan Home? Get a FREE home value report Want to buy a Michigan Home? Search all homes for sale Through the first half of the year, sales are up a little over 3%. Average sales prices are up a little over 6%. The interesting thing is that inventory is down 19%. The fact that sales and prices are up by small margins is a large i…

Want to sell your Michigan Home? Get a FREE home value report Want to buy a Michigan Home? Search all homes for sale What’s the problem with pricing your home high if you plan to come down later? Market data shows that this pricing strategy does not pay off. First, you should know that buyer activity is very high right now, and homes are selling ve…

Want to sell your Michigan Home? Get a FREE home value report Want to buy a Michigan Home? Search all homes for sale Today, I want to talk about the future of home pricing. For decades, homes have been priced the same way. Realtors look at comparable homes and run a Comparative Market Analysis. Part of that is a necessary evil. When I meet with a p…

Want to sell your Michigan Home? Get a FREE home value report Want to buy a Michigan Home? Search all homes for sale Recently, a change in law went into effect that will impact a lot of people in Southeast Michigan. In fact, in the last few days, I was able to tell three different people that they have refunds owed to them in the amount of $2,000 a…

Want to sell your Michigan Home? Get a FREE home value report Want to buy a Michigan Home? Search all homes for sale We're in early January, and in the next couple weeks, your 2016 tax assessments will come in. Now is a great time to identify what to look for when you receive those documents. For example, let's take a look at a summer and winter ta…

Want to sell your Michigan Home? Get a FREE home value report Want to buy a Michigan Home? Search all homes for sale We just want to take a quick moment to let you know how appreciative we are of our friends, our family, and our clients. We hope you have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! We will be saying a prayer of thanks this Thanksgiving. We want …

Want to sell your Michigan Home? Get a FREE home value report Want to buy a Michigan Home? Search all homes for sale Today I have 20 different home maintenance tips for you as we head into the fall of 2015. I've divided them into 5 different categories, and these should make it easier for you to maintain your property. Preventative maintenance: - C…

Want to sell your Michigan Home? Get a FREE home value report Want to buy a Michigan Home? Search all homes for sale Today we're going to be speaking about the difference between a 15-year mortgage and a 30-year mortgage. Let's say you have a loan amount of $250,000 that does not take into account taxes, insurance, or other fees. The monthly paymen…

Want to sell your Michigan Home? Get a FREE home value report Want to buy a Michigan Home? Search all homes for sale Today I'm going to speak about title insurance because a lot of viewers have been asking about it. It's a very important thing to have, so I'll be explaining it to you. Title insurance is an insurance that protects buyers and lenders…

Want to sell your Michigan Home? Get a FREE home value report Want to buy a Michigan Home? Search all homes for sale The weather is finally warming up here in Southeastern Michigan, and with it we're starting to see activity in the real estate market pick up. We have seen much of what we have expected so far in 2015, but inventory is still a little…

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Buying a home? Check out our free home search: http://www.doortodreams.com/idx-search.php Selling your home? Check out our free home value report: http://MIHomeValuesOnline.com Today I'm starting a video blog to educate you as buyers and sellers in the Southeast Michigan real estate market. It's always best to be informed when entering the market, …