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Where The Living Room Used To BeThe Brother Kite "Waiting For The Time To Be Right" - SIDE B
This episode covers SIDE B of The Brother Kite's stellar sophomore release, Waiting For The Time To Be Right. We reflect back on the release of this album 20…
Where The Living Room Used To BeThe Brother Kite "Waiting For The Time To Be Right" - SIDE A
This is a fun episode because I was able to connect with 4/5ths of The Brother Kite (Jon Downs, Patrick Boutwell, Matt Rozzero, and Andrea Downs) to celebrate…
Where The Living Room Used To BeWilliam Russell Wallace (The Wading Girl, Tim Barry)
This is a bit of a different episode. On Aug 12, 2026 my dear friend Billy Wallace took his life. He was such an incredible person, songwriter, and author who…
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RI 5 with Pete Cardoso
Peter Cardoso of Ghost Town Studio and I share some commonalities with a couple of our experiences in Rhode Island. We also get philosophical about pizza and…
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Sound Advice with Pete Cardoso
Pete Cardoso shares a piece of advice a fellow artist friend shared with him. We also talk about a lesson Pete learned earlier in his career that stuck with…
Where The Living Room Used To BePete Cardoso (Ghost Town Studio)
On this episode I get to chat with artist, Pete Cardoso. I did not realize it until we met up, but this is his first podcast interview, and it's a great honor…
Where The Living Room Used To BeMike Delehanty (Lupo's, The Met, The Living Room, What Cheer Tavern)
On this episode I chat with Mike Delehanty, who some of you may know simply as Mike D or as Sir Books A Lot. This year marks 30 years of Mike putting on shows…
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RI 5 with Keith McCurdy
Keith McCurdy of Vudu Sister shares some of his favorite things about The Ocean State... one of them you may be surprised to find out The end of the episode…
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Sound Advice with Keith McCurdy
Keith McCurdy of Vudu Sister shares his thoughts on what it's like to be a working-class musician, passes along some advice he received from his father, and…
Where The Living Room Used To BeKeith McCurdy (Vudu Sister [SONG PREMIERE])
On this episode I speak with Keith McCurdy of the band Vudu Sister. We talk about their new album Adynata and what's changed with this record. We also go all…
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RI 5 with Jon Pagano
Jon Pagano shares his favorite record store from back in the day as well as his top shop currently (you can probably guess if you know who out out the new…
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Sound Advice with Jon Pagano
Jon Pagano shares some stories from the Squid Amps days, as well as what the true experience of touring really is! Listen to the end to hear Sullest performing…
Where The Living Room Used To BeJon Pagano (Sullest [SONG PREMIERE], Best Practices, Weak Teeth)
On this episode I speak with Jon Pagano where we go all the way back to his early days playing music, what it was like relearning Weak Teeth songs for their…
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RI 5 with Frankie "Ranks" Moniz
Frankie Ranks shares some of his favorite things from his home state and home town. From his favorite record shops , to where he loves to hike... we cover a…
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Sound Advice with Frankie "Ranks" Moniz
Frankie shares this thoughts on where a musician should fit within a song, how theory and technique come into the writing process, exploring new opportunities…
Where The Living Room Used To BeFrankie "Ranks" Moniz (The Agents, High Planes, Soulshot, Boo City)
On this episode I speak with acclaimed multi-instrumentalist, Frankie "Ranks" Moniz. From playing saxophone in bands such as The Agents, Soulshot and Boo…
Where The Living Room Used To BeJon Hope talks "High Hopes"
I was able to catch up with Jon Hope to talk about his latest album, High Hopes. This came out earlier this year and we have an in-depth track-by-track…
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RI 5 with Francis Anderson
Francis Anderson shares some of their favorite things in Rhode Island including an interesting collection... in an interesting place, where they enjoy…
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Sound Advice with Francis Anderson
Francis Anderson passes along an intense rhythm practice technique, as well as how they've walked through counter-productive advice, their songwriting practice…
Where The Living Room Used To BeFrancis Anderson (Franny Keeps)
On this episode I have a chat with Francis Anderson who performs under the name Franny Keeps. They have a stellar new record coming out on August 2nd, that…
Where The Living Room Used To BeMetermaids
The rap duo, Metermaids, are not from Rhode Island but they do have a strong connection to the state. On this episode I chat with Sentence and Swell about the…
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RI 5 with Daryl Black Eagle Jamieson
Daryl Black Eagle Jamieson shares some of his favorite things in Rhode Island... from the places he enjoys most, the restaurants he's fond of, and the events…
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Sound Advice with Daryl Black Eagle Jamieson
On this episode Daryl Black Eagle Jamieson shares how blues music helped build his confidence. We also talked about what simply being good to people can lead…
Where The Living Room Used To BeDaryl Black Eagle Jamieson (Eastern Medicine Singers, Black Eagle Productions)
My guest on this episode is Daryl Black Eagle Jamieson from Eastern Medicine Singers. It's an honor and privilege to talk with him as we cover some of the…
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RI 5 with John McCauley
Deer Tick's John McCauley shares some of this favorite things about his home state. Learn where he used to & currently buys his records, the RI drink he loves…
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Sound Advice with John McCauley
On this episode John McCauley talks about his approach to recording, as well as his thoughts on what kind of person you have to be to be a touring musician…
Where The Living Room Used To BeJohn McCauley (Deer Tick, Middle Brother, Diamond Rugs)
My guest on this episode is John McCauley from the band Deer Tick, as well as side projects Middle Brother and Diamond Rugs. In our conversation, John shares…
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RI 5 with Chuck Staton
Chuck Staton of Senior Discount shares some of his favorite things about Rhode Island included his go-to spot to shop for records, the drink he created that he…
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Sound Advice with Chuck Staton
Musician and director, Chuck Staton, shares how he's made it through some tough times while working with others in creative spaces. If you listen to the end…
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Chuck Staton (Senior Discount, Funbearable)
For this episode I connected with Chuck Staton of Senior Discount to talk about his long history in music and podcasting. In our interview we cover how he went…
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RI 5 with Aaron Jaehnig
On this episode Aaron takes us back through a history of what Thayer Street in Providence used to be like in the early 90s, the specific way he likes a certain…
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Sound Advice with Aaron Jaehnig
This episode has Aaron Jaehnig sharing a story of how a wild night at The Living Room led to a surprising experience at Union Station Brewery about 20 years…
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Aaron Jaehnig (The Living Room, The Parlour, Wes' Rib House, Northern Lands, Girl Haggard)
Aaron Jaehnig joins me on this episode for a great conversation about his experience working at The Living Room, some key lessons he learned from Randy Hien…
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Aaron Jaehnig talks Wes’ Rib House
I put together this mini-episode because Aaron Jaehnig, who many of you know from The Living Room, The Parlour and Union Station Brewery, is part of the…
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RI 5 with Joe Potenza
This was an emotional episode as Joe Potenza takes us back to some of the places he used to buy records - including a jazz spot that was new to me. Plus…
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Sound Advice with Joe Potenza
On this episode Joe Potenza shares what can happen in small music scenes, his take on the true purpose of being a freelance sideman musician, and he talks…
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Joe Potenza (Evening Sky, freelance bass player)
I was lucky enough to meet back up with the one and only, Joe Potenza, to talk more deeply about his impressive music career. In our conversation we go back to…
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Joe Potenza: Post-Interview Stories
After my interview with legendary bass player, Joe Potenza, wrapped up we actually continued our conversation sharing stories about growing up, what it means…
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Clatta Bumboo talks ”Make Way Rasta” (album preview and song premiere)
I reconnected with Clatta Bumboo to give you all a preview of his new album Make Way Rasta, which will be available on November 24th. In our conversation, we…
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RI 5 with Sean Carney
Sean Carney and I get nostalgic about trips to the record store... plus, he covers the polar opposite places he enjoys getting a drink; why he could never…
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Sound Advice with Sean Carney
Sean Carney explains what the Hot Water Music method is as well as some advice he learned directly from The Living Room. He also passes along what he feels is…
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Sean Carney (Structure Sounds, The Scandals, This Is A Movement, The Jesse Minute)
My guest on this episode is Sean Carney, who you may know from bands such as The Jesse Minute, This Is A Movement, the New Jersey band - The Scandals, and most…
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Ryan Couitt (Dreamwell, Dwelling, Sentry)
My guest on this episode is Ryan Couitt of the band Dreamwell, as well as they're solo project Dwelling. In our conversation we cover Ryan's early days playing…
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Mark Lambert talks Sharks Come Cruisin’s discography
My guest on this episode is Mark Lambert, who happens to be the first person I ever interviewed for this podcast over 4 and a half years ago. Our focus for…
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RI 5 with Kay Belardinelli
Interdisciplinary artist, Kay Belardinelli, shares some of her favorite spots in Rhode Island, how she likes her pizza, and why you should take chances on…
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Sound Advice with Kay Belardinelli
Kay Belardinelli passes along a songwriting technique she learned about 10 years ago at a music conference up in Boston. Plus, she shares her thoughts on what…
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Kay Belardinelli (Mariassunta, Mar, rishows.com)
For this episode I sat down with artist and musician, Kay Belardinelli. We discuss a lot over our lengthy chat including her early experiences with music all…
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RI 5 with Kris Hansen
Kris Hansen of Viking Jesus reminisces about Providence back in the day, shares his travel recommendations around the city for a fun evening, gives his…
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Sound Advice with Kris Hansen
This mini-episode has Kris Hansen of Viking Jesus sharing some advice for aspiring musicians, as well as a perspective music veterans should take with regard…
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Kris Hansen (Viking Jesus, Man & Wife, Shiza Fest, sound person)
For this episode I was able to catch up with Kris Hansen where we talk about his dedication to songwriting and recording. Plus, we discuss many of the people…
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Kris Hansen talks Nick Iddon’s last Viking Jesus show
Kris Hansen shares his experience performing at The Parlour on March 5th, 2022, which ended up being the last show Nick Iddon played with Viking Jesus and also…
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RI 5 with Clatta Bumboo
Clatta Bumboo gives up his "secret" spots to get music in Providence... plus he shares his favorite afternoon drink, where he enjoys walking in the Ocean…
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Sound Advice with Clatta Bumboo
Clatta Bumboo and I talk music advice on this mini-episode where he shares a story about being truly dedicated to who you are as a musician. We also discuss…
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Clatta Bumboo (Roots Government, Black River Sonics)
On this episode I speak with reggae artist, Clatta Bumboo. In our conversation we cover what music meant for him as he was growing up in Jamaica, how…
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RI 5 with Kevin Silva
Kevin Silva shares some amazing hidden gems around Rhode Island from his experience growing up here and moving around. Plus, he reminds everyone to check out…
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Sound Advice with Kevin Silva
On this mini-episode Kevin Silva passes along a wild story from the legendary Joe Moody, we talk about the energy and excitement that can come from exploring…
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Kevin Silva (The War In Kids, Senior Discount, MeandWho?)
On this episode I chat with Kevin Silva, most recently of The War In Kids who have a new EP coming out in July. In our discussion Kevin seems to come upon what…
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RI 5 with Rafay Rashid
Rafay Rashid shares his favorite drink and spot to hang... plus some insider tips on places to find beauty in the Ocean State, where he gets his pizza these…
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Sound Advice with Rafay Rashid
Rafay Rashid passes along some songwriting advice he got from his uncle... as well as the beauty of creating with friends and we discuss the emotions that…
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Rafay Rashid (Ravi Shavi, Happiness, Lookers, HEVS)
On this episode I chat with Rafay Rashid where we cover some early influences that led him to music and performance. We also cover the path Ravi Shavi has…