Best Local Earshot Podcasts (2024)

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E73 - Prog for Wishes 56:11

18d ago56:11

56:11

This month Matthew Ablan speaks with Matthew Hedrick, founder of Prog for Wishes. Prog For Wishes is an annual Progressive Rock Concert of All-Star Charlotte Musicians Benefiting Make-A-Wish. _________________________________________________ Donate to the QCMP _________________________________________________ Prog for Wishes Website Instagram Faceb…

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E.72 - Neal Carter, solo acoustic cover artist 1:33:03

2M ago1:33:03

1:33:03

This month Matthew Ablan speaks with solo acoustic cover artist Neal Carter. Matthew and Neal discuss playing out, cover tunes, being a solo acoustic player, stage attire and more! _________________________________________________ Donate to the QCMP _________________________________________________ Neal Carter Instagram ____________________________…

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E71 - Earshot, event promotion platform 1:45:02

3M ago1:45:02

1:45:02

This month Matthew Ablan speaks with John Bureau from Earshot - an events promotion platform which connects hosts & creators through a digitized booking process & shares event details with fans. The platform enables people to find and follow profiles to keep up with local live music events and venues and musicians can book and coordinate upcoming g…

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E70 - Vadim Kolpakov, The King of Seven Strings 1:08:34

4M ago1:08:34

1:08:34

Happy New Year! To kick off 2024 host Matthew Ablan speaks with The King Of Seven Strings - Vadim Kolpakov. Vadim is one of the most prominent and renowned Gypsy 7-string guitarists in the world, as well as a vocalist, dancer and composer. He specializes in in Gypsy music from Europe with fusion of Jazz, Pop, Flamenco, Latin and other World Music. …

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E69 - Kevin Marshall, Smiling Moon Guitars 1:05:58

5M ago1:05:58

1:05:58

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Kevin Marshall from Smiling Moon Guitars. Kevin is a luthier and sing-songwriter who has been a staple on the Charlotte music scene for over two decades. _________________________________________________ Donate to the QCMP _________________________________________________ Smiling Moon Guitars Website Instag…

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E68 - Chris Suter, Ginger Cat Sounds 1:57:20

5M ago1:57:20

1:57:20

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Chris Suter of Ginger Cat Sounds - a recording studio designed to meet all of your audio production needs. Queen _________________________________________________ Donate to the QCMP _________________________________________________ Ginger Cat Sounds Website Instagram Facebook Tik Tok _______________________…

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E. 67 - Troy Kryzalka, Number Drummer 1:14:30

7M ago1:14:30

1:14:30

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Troy Kryzalka the Number Drummer. Troy is a former educator, curriculum and instruction trainer, coach and developer. He is the creator and teacher of the Number Drummer program which he brings schools all over the east coast. The Number Drummer program demonstrates the connection between math and music, an…

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E66 - Jason Hausman, composer/sound designer 1:39:33

1y ago1:39:33

1:39:33

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Jason Hausman who is a composer, sound designer and founder of the audio branding studio Hot Sakē. The two discuss Jason's evolution into composition and sound design, developing Hot Sake, what it takes to stay relevant in the field, recent/upcoming projects and becoming a falconer! ________________________…

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E65 - Lowcats, lo-fi indie pop band 1:24:39

1y ago1:24:39

1:24:39

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Chris Suter and Paul Ward who form Lowcats - an enigmatic duo who's sound can best be defined as "Lo-Fi Indie Pop." The two discuss how they the duo came to be, how the gravitated to their current style of music, their songwriting process and developing their sound. _________________________________________…

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E64 - Curtis Wingfield, drummer/composer 1:21:20

1+ y ago1:21:20

1:21:20

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with drummer/composer Curtis Wingfield who has been a staple on the local Charlotte music scene since the later 90's! Curtis talks about his back ground, the formation of Jazz is Led, his history with Old House Studio, his approach to composing and of course his latest music releases! ___________________________…

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E63 - 2022 The Year in Review 42:25

1+ y ago42:25

42:25

For this final episode of 2022 I go back and take interesting parts from the years past episodes (52 - 56) which feature: E52 - Daniel Grimmett, Dark Label Music E53 - Ron Brendle, bassist E54 - Marina Alexandra, classical guitarist E55 - Jim Brock, percussionist E56 - Jeremy Radio, Four Finger Records/Thousand Dollar Movie ________________________…

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E62 - Jennifer Givens, singer/songwriter 1:32:30

1+ y ago1:32:30

1:32:30

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with singer/songwriter Jennifer Givens. Jennifer talks about her love of music, evolving into a songwriter, her new recording and a whole lot more! _________________________________________________ Jennifer Givens Website YouTube Facebook _________________________________________________ Matthew Ablan website In…

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E61 - Pete Lents, Brookstone Bards 2:19:55

1+ y ago2:19:55

2:19:55

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with musician Pete Lents from the entertainment company Brookstone Bards. Pete spills the facts on his Twitch stream, original music with Art & Pete, the yacht rock spectacular Thurston Howell a much more. If that wasn't enough we geek out at the end of the episode and continue their online debate on the Disney+…

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E60 - Todd Johnson, musician 1:37:12

1+ y ago1:37:12

1:37:12

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with musician Todd Johnson who you may know from his solo recordings or performances with Todd Johnson and the Revolvers. The two discuss Todd's music background, studying audio recording, his approach to songwriting and much more! _________________________________________________ Todd Johnson Facebook Instagram…

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E59 - Courtney Lynn & Quinn, Americana duo 1:05:41

1+ y ago1:05:41

1:05:41

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Courtney Lynn & Quinn - who's amazing harmonies make them a stand-out in Americana music! The ladies discuss how they met, their approach to songwriting, the role social media plays for indie artists, their business pursuit away from music and a whole lot more! ______________________________________________…

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E58 - Chad Andrew Harris, guitarist 1:23:11

2y ago1:23:11

1:23:11

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with guitarist Chad Andrew Harris who has been making a name for himself on the Charlotte scene as both a teacher and performer. The two discuss Chad's music background, his evolution into Bluegrass music, living in Belize, playing in the Enrage Against the Machine Tribute band and many other topics! ___________…

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E57 - Colby Dobbs, singer/pianist 1:10:20

2y ago1:10:20

1:10:20

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with singer/pianist Colby Dobbs. The two discuss Colby's music background, coming into his own as a singer, the murder mystery of the Lawn Friends, what it's like working with booking agencies and so much more! _________________________________________________ Colby Dobbs Facebook Instagram Lawn Friends ________…

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E56 - Jeremy Radio, Four Finger Records/Thousand Dollar Movie 57:05

2y ago57:05

57:05

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Jeremy Radio from Four Finger Records. The two discuss Jeremy's music background, how Four Finger Records formed, it's devotion to the Charlotte music scene, his band Thousand Dollar Movie and so much more! _________________________________________________ Four Finger Records Website Instagram Facebook ____…

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E55 - Jim Brock, percussionist 42:12

2y ago42:12

42:12

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with renowned percussionist Jim Brock who is an innovator in the world of drums of drums and percussion. Jim has traveled the world extensively as a performer and appeared on hundreds of recordings with artists such as Joe Walsh, Joan Baez and Joe Cocker. He has five solo recordings, a DVD entitled The Nature Of…

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March Extra - Teddy Johnson, Middle C Jazz 21:13

2y ago21:13

21:13

This month Matthew speaks with Teddy Johnson from Middle C Jazz. The two discuss what happening at MCJ regarding Covid updates, local artists, rennovations and a whole lot more! _________________________________________________ If you'd like to DONATE to the podcast we would appreciate you help! Sponsors: Middle C Jazz Midwood Guitar Studio _______…

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E54 - Marina Alexandra, classical guitarist 52:18

2y ago52:18

52:18

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with classical guitarist Marina Alexandra. The two discuss Marina's musical background, her various recordings, solo vs ensemble playing and the Southern Guitar Festival & Competition among other things. ----------------------------------------------- To donate to the QCMP Matthew Ablan on You Tube Queen City Mu…

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E53 - Ron Brendle, bassist 44:43

2y ago44:43

44:43

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks bassist Ron Brendle who is staple on the Charlotte music scene. Ron has been named "Best Bass Player" by Charlotte magazine and "Jazz Artist of the Year" by Creative Loafing. Then two discuss Ron' s music background, how he came to play bass, what he enjoys about being a sideman and many of his musical projects.…

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E52 - Daniel Grimmett, Dark Label Music 53:01

2+ y ago53:01

53:01

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Daniel Grimmett founder of Dark Label Music. Daniel talks about his music background, his journey into the music business and everything that DLM does. Follow Dark Label Music on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.

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E51 - The Wormholes 57:17

2+ y ago57:17

57:17

This month Matthew Ablan speaks with Chris and Ben from The Wormholes a band who's music has been described as a blend of "art-pop and psychedelic rock". The duo discuss the band's history, their unique sound, their creative process and the story behind their most recent recording "Light in the Dark". Follow The Wormholes on: Instagram and Facebook…

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E50 - The Mood Kings 54:22

2+ y ago54:22

54:22

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with The Mood Kings - Herman Ospina - guitar/singer, Joey Townsend - bass/vocals and Mark Schwarze - drums. The band discusses their history, the fun of creating music later in life, their acclaimed single "Dust and Bone" and about their overall creative process.

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E49 - Justin Honigstein, Jambox 23:05

2+ y ago23:05

23:05

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Justin Honigstein from a Jambox - a rehearsal studio in South Charlotte. Justin fills us in on how the idea for Jambox came about, what makes it such a unique rehearsal space and future happenings.

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E48 - Joni Deutsch, Amplifier podcast 48:55

2+ y ago48:55

48:55

This month Matthew speaks with Joni Deutsch host of WFAE's Amplifier podcast which is devoted to the local Charlotte. NC music scene. Joni discusses how she got involved with broadcasting, her interest in podcasts, what brought her to the CLT, how the Amplifier podcast came to be and developing the Charlotte Podcast Festival. You can find Joni on: …

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E47 - Chris Garges, Old House Studio 50:30

2+ y ago50:30

50:30

This month Matthew is happy to welcome Chris Garges from Old House Studio! Chris is the first in-person interview the QCMP has had since the Covid outbreak. The two discuss Chris' rich musical background as a drummer/percussionist, his development as a recording engineer to now studio owner and all things Old House Studio. Check out Old House Studi…

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E46 - The Silencing Machine 40:12

3y ago40:12

40:12

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with members of the heavy metal band The Silencing Machine. The band discuss how they got into music, their influences, how the band came together, the appeal of heavy music, their songwriting process and more! You can find The Silencing Machine on Spotify, Facebook and Instagram.…

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E45 - Emanuel Wynter, violinist/singer/songwriter 42:18

3y ago42:18

42:18

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with the multi-talented Emanuel Wynter best known around the Charlotte area for his amazing skills on the violin. Although you may have seen Emanuel as a sideman to a variety of local Charlotte artists, he is quickly becoming known for his own music.. In this interview Emanuel opens up about his musical path on …

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E44 - Eduardo Cedeno, conductor Lake Norman Philharmonic 37:00

3y ago37:00

37:00

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Eduardo Cedeno - conductor of the Lake Norman Philharmonic. The two discuss Eduardo's music background, performance fears and the challenges of conducting an orchestra.

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E43 - Carolina Vibes 30:49

3y ago30:49

30:49

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Carolina Vibes - who mix rock and reggae with jam band flair! There new release will be coming soon, so be on the look out. You can find them on Facebook and Instagram.

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Law: a bird’s eye view 15:42

3y ago15:42

15:42

It’s said you have the right to have fundamental human rights. FRA’s Gabriel Toggenburg explains his firm belief in the EU justice system to protect those basic freedoms. For Gabriel, a person’s identity does not necessarily come from their nationality. He tells how being born in Germany with family roots and connections in Italy, France, the UK, S…

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E42 - Fred Lee, Late Night Special 48:01

3y ago48:01

48:01

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Fred Lee from the band Late Night Special. The discuss Fred's musical background, the bands evolution, the songwriting process and what's ahead for them in 2021. You can find the band on Facebook and listen to them on Youtube.

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The Irish peace process and me 16:58

3y ago16:58

16:58

Peace brings optimism. FRA’s Alice Hamilton explains her passion for access to justice and victims’ rights. Growing up with a Protestant father and a Catholic mother at the height of the Troubles gave Alice a valuable insight into living in a divided Ireland. As a child, she dreamed of equal treatment in both communities – a society where you are f…

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Save the world: act local 20:26

3y ago20:26

20:26

Lots of small, positive acts can lead to great things. FRA’s Friso Roscam Abbing explains how you can defend human rights by something as simple as voting. Friso shares all he learned from the fall of the Iron Curtain. And how you too can affect such world-changing events by exercising your rights at home. By using your right to vote, you too can m…

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Closing the gender gap 12:58

3y ago12:58

12:58

An equal society is a better society for everyone. FRA’s Ursula Till-Tentschert warns against sidelining women — once empowered, there is nothing they cannot do. Ursula remembers the injustice of having to sew at school while her brothers carved models from wood. It is only a short step from classroom discrimination to outright prejudice. She celeb…

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E41 - Reporting from 20XX 29:46

3y ago29:46

29:46

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Jonny "G" from the Charlotte based blog "Reporting from 20XX" which discusses Gaming, Music and Entertainment. Don't forget to "like" them on Facebook and Instagram for they are a new local partner!

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Don't take freedom for granted 18:30

3y ago18:30

18:30

Never take today’s freedoms for granted. FRA’s Jana Gajdošová remembers authoritarian rule in her native Czechoslovakia. Then, shortages, secret police and petty corruption were the norm. The State Security even posted spies to watch churchgoers at mass. Jana tells how the repression she experienced in her childhood inspired her to fight for the ri…

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My mixed race family 17:32

3y ago17:32

17:32

As a parent, you realise children are the future. FRA’s Nicole Romain shares the anxiety she has felt as the mother of a mixed race family living in predominantly white countries. She explains how the Fundamental Rights Charter delivers hope for an inclusive Europe where we all respect and celebrate our differences.…

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E40 - Pluto Gang 53:53

3+ y ago53:53

53:53

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Brennan, Dillon and Joe from Pluto Gang - a six piece soul jam band. The band mans the ground between traditional southern soul and the contemporary jam band scene by fusing funk rhythms, progressive rock leads and jazz influenced textures. They talk about how the band came together, their writing and recor…

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Discrimination in Europe 18:11

3+ y ago18:11

18:11

Minorities across Europe routinely experience discrimination. As a child, FRA Director Michael O’Flaherty saw first-hand how prejudice led to violence and hatred in his native Ireland. Michael shares some early experiences of violence against Irish Travellers. He also speaks about what motivates him to fight to protect human rights for people every…

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E39 - Hannah Lee, photographer 27:12

3+ y ago27:12

27:12

This month as we close out 2020 host Matthew Ablan speaks with photographer Hannah Lee - who has photographed everyone from Guns 'N' Roses to Charlotte's own Michael Tracy. The two discuss how she got into photography, musicians she has photographed, what is involved with getting to shoot big name artists and how the on-set of Covid19 has affected …

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E38 - Middle C Jazz - Teddy Johnson, managing director 33:51

3+ y ago33:51

33:51

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Teddy Johnson who is the managing director of Middle C Jazz - Charlotte's premiere jazz club. Teddy discusses how the club came to be, Middle C's place in the Charlotte music scene, the artists who perform there and how they have be impacted by Covid-19. Check Middle C out on Facebook.…

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E37 - Michael Tracy, Independent Recording Artist 52:00

3+ y ago52:00

52:00

This month host Matthew Ablan talks with independent recording artist Michael Tracy. The two discuss Michael's late start in the music industry, his songwriting process, what it takes to be an independent artist and how artists have been dealing with on-set of Covid. You can find Michael Tracy on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.…

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E36 - ABACAB, The Music of Genesis 48:48

3+ y ago48:48

48:48

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Pete Lents and Cliff Stankiewicz from the Genesis tribute band ABACAB. The members discuss their music backgrounds, how the band came together and the pro's and con's of being in a tribute band. Follow them on Facebook here.

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E35 - Mark Kroos, independent recording artist 49:55

3+ y ago49:55

49:55

This month Matthew speaks with independent recording artist Mark Kroos. The two discuss Mark's solo career, his approach to song writing, how his career developed as well as their love of Ovation Guitars!

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E34 - Dave Harris, Studio B Mastering 48:58

3+ y ago48:58

48:58

This month QCMP host Matthew Ablan speaks with Dave Harris founder and chief mastering engineer of Studio B Mastering. The two discuss the what is entailed in the mastering process, the history of Studio B and how Covid19 has impacted the music business. You can also follow Studio B Mastering on Facebook.…

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E33 - Jason Atkins (aka GreazyKeyz), keyboardist/organist 41:28

4y ago41:28

41:28

This month Matthew speaks with Jason Atkins, aka GreazyKeyz! Jason is a keyboardist and freelance musician for hire for live and studio work work, but may be most well known as the organist for the Charlotte Checkers. The two discuss his work as a freelance musician, various sessions he has done and how he came to be the organist for the Charlotte …

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The Corona Files, pt. 2 - Rahsaan Lacey, Quarantine Music Masterclass 43:42

4y ago43:42

43:42

This month host Matthew Ablan speaks with Rahsaan Lacey, bassist for The L.A. Maybe about his online series the Quarantine Music Masterclass. The two talk about how the QMM came about, who it caters to, the topics it covers and what the future holds as the quarantine is lifted.

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