Best Dark Star Orchestra Podcasts (2024)

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Live 5 - May 30, 2024. 42:52

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Featured Songs: 00:38 - Greensky Bluegrass - 05-24-24 - Will The Circle Be Unbroken - Delfest - Cumberland, MD 06:30 - Kitchen Dwellers - 05-24-25 - The Crow and the Raven - Mishawaka Amphitheatre - Bellvue, CO 13:03 - Umphrey’s McGee - 05-25-24 - Rebubula - Solshine: A Music & Arts Reverie - Chillicothe, IL 27:15 - Widespread Panic - 05-25-24 - Ho…

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Live 5 - May 24, 2024. 37:42

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Featured Songs: 00:38 - Gov’t Mule - 05-01-24 - Blue Sky - Faubourg Brewing Company - New Orleans, LA 12:41 - Greensky Bluegrass - 05-12-24 - Atlantic City - Mill Valley Music Festival - Mill Valley, CA 20:14 - Billy Strings - 05-18-24 - My Sweet Blue Eyed Darlin - Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre - Greenwood Village, CO 23:50 - Dogs in a Pile - 05-18-…

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Behind the Scenes with Jackie Greene: Music, Family, and Secret Tales 55:20

1h ago55:20

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We had the pleasure of sitting down with Americana and roots singer-songwriter Jackie Greene before his second of three sold-out shows at The Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, CA in February 2024. Joined by his wife, Kyle, who reveals some lesser-known stories and behind-the-scenes moments about their life together, Jackie muses about his music…

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Bill Payne and Scott Sharrard of Little Feat 43:20

1d ago43:20

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Little Feat’s story is one of longevity, an incredible catalogue of tunes, and excellent musicianship. The latest incarnation of the band, might be the closest we’ve heard since the band was formed back in 1969 by Lowell George, Billy Payne, Richie Hayward and Roy Estrada. The current line up is on tour most of the spring well into the summer, and …

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Michael Franti backstage at the Mill Valley Music Festival 2023 21:40

18d ago21:40

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Michael Franti, the amazing and crowd loving singer, songwriter, musician, poet, activist, documentarian, and rapper. We sat down with Michael backstage at the Mill Valley Music Festival, 2023. In honor of Mother’s Day we are releasing this now as in this interview, Michael reflects on his own Mother and how she influenced his life and music. Micha…

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Cris Jacobs 30:56

10d ago30:56

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We’ve waited five years for noted singer songwriter Cris Jacobs to release new music. Fortunately his latest effort “One of These Days” is now available wherever you buy and listen to music and it’s one of my favourites of the year so far. Backed by the Infamous Stringdusters and produced by Jerry Douglas, the new album is a blend of rock, soul, go…

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Live 5 - April 24, 2024. 32:46

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Featured Songs: 00:38 - Umphrey’s McGee - 04-18-24 - Jessica - The Windjammer - Isle of Palms, SC 07:55 - Billy Strings - 04-19-24 - Little Martha - St. Augustine Amphitheatre - St. Augustine, FLA 10:26 - Billy Strings - 04-19-24 - Ramblin' Man - St. Augustine Amphitheatre - St. Augustine, FLA 15:39 - Gov’t Mule - 04-20-24 - Blue Sky - Sweetwater 4…

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Live 5 - April 18, 2024. 42:58

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Featured Songs: 00:38 - 04-04-24 - Infamous Stringdusters - Brown Eyed Women - Sweet Water Music Hall - Mill Valley, CA 05:10 - 04-05-24 - Eggy - Sweat Equity - Hogs for the Cause - New Orleans, LA 19:03 - 04-07-24 - My Morning Jacket - I’m Amazed - Hard Rock Hotel - Riviera Maya, MEX 23:56 - 04-09-24 - Goose - Give It Time - The Capitol Theatre - …

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Live 5 - April 10, 2024. 47:43

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Featured Songs: 00:38 - 02-08-24 - Daniel Donato - Sugar Shack - The Drake, Amherst, MA 14:15 - 03-17-24 - Leftover Salmon - Mr.Charlie - Hopmonk Tavern (Early Show), Sebastopol, CA 18:51 - 04-03-24 - Kitchen Dwellers - Ganja Smuggling - Electric City, Buffalo, NY 24:42 - 04-06-24 - Lotus - Airbag - The Capitol Theatre, Port Chester, NY 32:26 - 04-…

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Joe Funk of The Kitchen Dwellers 32:30

1M ago32:30

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Amongst the jam bands that seem like they are always on the road are The Kitchen Dwellers. The Montana based quartet are part bluegrass or even jamgrass and part psychedelia. Their unique sound and that constant touring ethos has created quite a story to unpack. The Kitchen Dwellers released their fourth studio album “Seven Devils” a few weeks back…

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Live 5 - March 27, 2024. 1:03:09

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Featured Songs: 00:38 - Leftover Salmon - 03-09-24 - Aquatic HitchHiker - Crested Butte Center for the Arts - Crested Butte, CO 16:19 - Eggy - 03-16-24 - Tom Sawyer - Portland House of Music - Portland, ME 35:00 - moe. - 03-19-24 - West LA Fadeaway - Belly Up - Aspen, CO 47:53 - Spafford - 03-21-24 - Shake You Loose - Points Music Sanctuary - Roano…

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Live 5 - March 22, 2024. 1:05:25

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Featured Songs: 00:38 - Neal Francis - 01-14-24 - Strawberry Letter #23 - Thalia Hall - Chicago, IL 06:19 - Eggy - 03-14-24 - Nectar’s - Reuben and Cherise - Burlington, VT 28:59 - The Infamous Stringdusters - 03-15-24 - No More To Leave You Behind - Park West - Chicago, IL 39:29 - moe. - 03-15-24 - Sheridan Opera House - Bird Song - Telluride, CO …

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JJ Grey & Mofro 39:00

2M ago39:00

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Olustee represents JJ Grey and Mofro’s tenth album, a significant achievement for any band, especially when you consider it’s been eight years since we got new music from them. I’ve been a lifetime fan of JJ Grey and Mofro going back to the beginning, so it was a great treat to be able to chat with JJ about Olustee, the current activity of the band…

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Live 5 - March 14, 2024. 47:40

2M ago47:40

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Featured Songs: 00:38 - Holly Bowling - The Squirming Coil - 02-29-24 - SF Jazz - San Francisco, CA 08:17 - Eggy - Green Earrings - 02-29-24 - Jam Cruise - Miami, FL* 18:25 - Kitchen Dwellers - Here We Go - 03-02-24 - Winter Wondergrass - Steamboat Springs, CO ** 22:55 - Greensky Bluegrass - Give a Shit > One Way Out > Give a Shit - 03-07-24 - Old …

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Last show ever: The Death Star blew up our podcast! 57:50

3M ago57:50

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Some sad news as the Dagobah Dispatch is coming to an end… at least for now. But we will send it out with style as we bring back our former cohost Lauren Morgan and go through some of our favorite interviews and segments over the past two years. Plus: Did we make Samee cry? Yes. Yes, we did. Join Dalton and Devan for one last spin around the galaxy…

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Elliott Peck and Friends 1:02:32

2M ago1:02:32

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Elliott Peck, the beloved and multi-talented San Francisco Bay Area singer/songwriter/guitarist visits with host Dennis Strazulo before her sold out “In The Pines” EP Release Party at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, CA. Elliott is both charming and authentic in sharing her thoughts and emotions before the show, while also reflecting on the pa…

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The High Hawks 40:14

2M ago40:14

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For the uninitiated, the High Hawks are a Bluegrass/Americana music supergroup featuring members of Leftover Salmon, Horseshoes and Hand Grenades, Hard Working Americans, Railroad Earth and Great American Taxi. Mother Nature’s Show is actually the band’s sophomore effort and demonstrates a lot of growth in this band’s combined effort. I caught up w…

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Why is Obi-Wan giving Luke a beer? Plus: Star Wars LEGO & Dark Forces Remaster 41:29

3M ago41:29

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It’s a big week of Star Wars news — some good, some bad, some truly bizarre. We pay tribute the passing of the man who voiced one of our favorite Star Wars characters, Salacious B. Crumb, and point out another iconic voice role of his from another sci-fi franchise. Plus, we name our favorite Star Wars LEGO sets, review the new Dark Forces Remaster …

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Wolf Jett 51:09

2M ago51:09

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Wolf Jett founding members Jon Payne (drums) and Chris Jones (guitar/lead vocals) share their evolution from playing in their first band together (Scary Little Friends) leading to their soon-to-be released (March 8, 2024) second album, “Time Will Finally Come.” Their journey took an unexpected turn when they were hunkered down during COVID at Jon’s…

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Live 5 - March 5, 2024. 54:59

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Featured Songs: 00:38 - Gov’t Mule - 02-23-24 - Whipping Post - Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater - Austin, TX* 15:53 - Kitchen Dwellers - 02-25-24 - The Crow and The Raven - Wild Buffalo - Bellingham, WA 21:43 - moe. - 02-27-24 - Buster - Jam Cruise - Miami, FL** 38:16 - Dogs in a Pile - 03-02-24 - Feel Like a Stranger - Colony, Woodsto…

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Live 5 - February 29, 2024. 48:49

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Featured Songs: 00:38 - ALO - 01-25-24 - The Country Electro - The Venice West - Venice, CA 08:10 - Pigeons Playing Ping Pong - Miyagi - 02-17-24 - Tuffy's Music Box - Sanford, FL 18:18 - Eggy - 02-18-24 - Let it Rock - HI-FI Indy - Indianapolis, IN 32:06 - Spafford - 02-23-24 - Can’t Find My Vape - Old Town Pub - Steamboat Springs, CO 36:57 - Kitc…

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Bad Batch producers open up about season 3 1:10:37

3M ago1:10:37

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Welcome, Star Wars fans! We’re joined by Bad Batch head writer Jennifer Corbett and supervising director Brad Rau, as they tease the third and final season of the animated series. Plus, departing EW writer Clark Collis joins us to share his memories of the Star Wars franchise, as we quiz him on his galactic knowledge. Learn more about your ad choic…

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Live 5 - February 22, 2024. 39:18

3M ago39:18

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Featured Songs: 00:38 - Dopapod - 02-14-24 - Closer - The Black Sheep - Colorado Springs, CO 08:00 - Eggy - 02-16-24 - Learn To Fly - The Burl - Lexington, KY 20:34 - Umphrey’s McGee - 02-17-24 - In Bloom - Brooklyn Bowl - Philadelphia, PA 25:15 - Dogs in a Pile - 02-17-24 - Whipping Post - Bluebird Theatre - Denver, CO 32:16 - Gov’t Mule - 02-18-2…

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Dee Bradley Baker teases Bad Batch season 3 50:15

3M ago50:15

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Legendary voice actor Dee Bradley Baker joins us to preview the third and final season of The Bad Batch, which returns with an action-packed, three-episode premiere. Plus, we break down some major videogame news and pay tribute to a late Star Wars legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Does Emperor Palpatine have sex? Plus, Star Wars True or False: Phantom Menace Edition 48:51

3M ago48:51

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The Phantom Menace is returning to movie theaters 25 years after its initial release, so we play a special TPM edition of Star Wars True or False to celebrate. Plus, we react to the Emperor Palpatine sex news, and YES, there is indeed Emperor Palpatine sex news. All that and a visit to The Cheesecake Factory! Call our voice mail line at 657-799-156…

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Live 5 - February 13, 2024. 39:58

3M ago39:58

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Featured Songs: 00:38 - Leftover Salmon - 01-25-24 - Sailin’ Shoes - Washington’s - Fort Collins, CO 09:22 - Umphrey’s McGee - 02- 08-24 - Kinky Reggae - The Mill & Mine - Knoxville, TN 13:48 - Greensky Bluegrass - 02-09-24 - All About You - The Anthem - Washington, DC 17:03 - Gov’t Mule - 02-09-24 - Birth of the Mule - Moore Theatre - Seattle, WA …

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Marc Bernardin talks about writing the new Star Wars Mace Windu comic 44:43

3M ago44:43

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Mace Windu is back! Well… he’s still dead. Anakin and Palpatine saw to that. But the character has come back to life in a new prequel comic book series. And that comic books series is written by none other than former EW editor Marc Bernardin. Marc comes back on the pod to talk all about what it’s like writing for characters like Mace Windu and Yod…

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Live 5 - February 6, 2024. 43:21

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Featured Songs: 00:38 - Leftover Salmon - 12-31-23 - Midnight At The Oasis - Sweetwater Music Hall - Mill Valley, CA 05:07 - moe. - 01-26-23 - St.Augustine - Crystal Ballroom - Portland, OR 17:00 - Lotus - 02-01-24 - Elephant - McDonald Theatre - Eugene, OR 21:59 - Infamous Stringdusters - 02-01-24 - Light and Love - The Commonwealth Room - Salt La…

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Matisyahu 33:32

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It’s been almost two decades of making music for Matisyahu whose music has also been shaped by his personal spiritual journey. Both have evolved considerably since 2004. As you’ll soon hear, the events of October 7th, 2023 in Israel have had a profound impact on Matisyahu who’s music continues to be inspired by how deeply rooted his spirituality an…

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Wes Chatham from Ahsoka takes us behind the Captain Enoch mask 56:59

3M ago56:59

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We have a super fun one for you this week as we go behind the mask of Captain Enoch with the guy who plays him on Ahsoka, Wes Chatham. Wes talks about his history as a Star Wars fan, recalls a chance meeting with Thrawn creator Timothy Zahn, and explains why Enoch is a character to keep an eye on moving forward. It’s a freewheeling discussion with …

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Grateful Guitars (Part 3): 8/13/23 Benefit Concert- Featuring Dark Star Orchestra members: Rob Barraco, Dino English, Skip Vangelas + Stu Allen and John Kadlecik 1:25:47

4M ago1:25:47

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More interviews from the green room at Great American Music Hall in San Francisco during Grateful Guitars’ inaugural benefit concert with members of Dark Star Orchestra (DSO). Keyboard player, Rob Baracco details his his experiences playing piano and organ on original Grateful Dead gear; drummer Dino English gives a lesson on tone and shares detail…

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