Miss Texas 1988 is a drag queen out of Seattle Washington. She moved from Minnesota to pursue more art and drag. And has currently won numerous awards. Miss Tex, uses social media as a platform to produce her work. She has started doing short at home videos in the light of Covid-19. "To keep people entrained" You can find Miss Tex's work on Facebook and Instagram under; Miss Texas 1988. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes...
Mar 30, 2020•33 min
Caeser Pink is a New York artist and founder of the Imperial Orgy. A political based alternative rock band. They currently have twelve members and produce multimedia shows. Caeser himself has spent a lifetime in music, playing everything from county-western to punk rock. The band uses political satire in a lot of their work. They currently run and operate a non-profit; Arete Living Arts to help other artists on their road to success. You can find The Imperial Orgy's music and dates here: www.are...
Mar 30, 2020•36 min
Alex Dunning Interview Jan 3 2016 by Crystal Lynn Abbs This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe
Mar 24, 2020•54 min
Gaelynn Lea is an accomplished musician, and fiddle player. She has played with the likes of Alan Sparhawk (LOW) and countless others. In recent years she has become internationally known. Her beautiful vocals and accompanying violin/fiddle create a beautiful atmosphere. Shortly after this interview she went on to be on NPR's Tiny Desk Concert series. You can find her music here: www.violinscratches.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access ...
Mar 24, 2020•53 min
Aurora Baer is a self taught musician, and a staple in the Northland and beyond. She grew up on a farm and gains a lot of her influence from the backwoods and horseback riding. "Her smokey vocals and light guitar just add to the ambience, and yet pull you in" You can find her music and tour dates here: www.aurorabaer.com her music is also on iTunes, Bandcamp, and Amazon. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystala...
Mar 24, 2020•49 min
Breanne Marie starting writing music and lyrics when she was little and is a self taught guitarist. She gains her country and style and influence from growing up with parents who listened to Dolly Parton and Jonny Cash. Breanne didn't start her musical endeavors until she was out of college, and had a career. And since then, she and the Front Porch Sinners have been making a big splash in Duluth and beyond. Check out here music and tour here: www.facebook.com/pg/FrontPorchSinners This is a publi...
Mar 24, 2020•52 min
Rachel started writing and telling stories at a young age. It wasn't until she was done with college she decided to put pen to paper and hand write a book. She's writing all the things her mother taught her, along with some of her own life lessons. Rachal currently lives in Minnesota with her family. And is still writing. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe...
Mar 24, 2020•21 min
Kat Mandeville is an accomplished author and poet. She has self published two works that are available by request, and has been featured in countless other books. She has been a staple in the Duluth Poetry and Theatre scenes. Kat has since moved to New York City to pursue more of her literary work. Photo by: Tae Kwon This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe...
Mar 24, 2020•38 min
Women of the Forest is a women lead duo, Gwen and Kate have been playing music together since they met at open mic in Duluth MN. Gwen does most of the lyric writing and Kate adds flare to the songs. Their song Sister Harpy, is rich in vocals and lyric stylings. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe...
Mar 10, 2020•42 min
Teague Alexy is a Minnesota based singer/songwriter. He and his brother Ian, got their start in music on the east coast; in New Jersey. Yet, both have made the move to Minnesota. Teague now calls Duluth home. Teague has an extensive solo career along with Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank, a band he started with his brother Ian Alexy. Check out his work here: http://www.consideritcorrespondence.com/artists-ta This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access ...
Mar 10, 2020•48 min
Suzy Q is a self taught singer, this is her first project as a hip-hop artist. She put together this record using loops and royally free music, a true DIY approach. Her smokey vocals and blues lyrics rope you in right away. You can check out her work here: https://www.facebook.com/blackeyedsusan.sq/ Suzy has gone onto be the lead of Rooftop Fable. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substack.com/su...
Mar 10, 2020•47 min
Nate is a member of the band Pert Near Sandstone. A Minnesota based band. Pert started playing open mics and now play music festivals all over the US. Pert Near Sandstone has made their mark in music and on Minnesota. Check out their music here: https://pertnearsandstone.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe...
Mar 10, 2020•36 min
Jen West is a Duluth native, she started writing songs when she was in high school, and picked up the ukulele as a dare with a friend of hers. She kept playing and teaching her self to sing. Jen has a few solo songs out on iTunes, and went on to be member and co-writer of Space Carpet. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe...
Mar 10, 2020•1 hr
Murder of Crows is a power duo consisting of Alan Sparhawk from LOW and Gaelynn Lea. Alan reached out to Gaelynn to see about a duet, after seeing her perform; she agreed.... the name came later. Alan Sparhawk still tours and records with LOW. Gaelynn Lea is an international touring solo artist. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe...
Mar 10, 2020•32 min
Back in 2013 two French film directors crossed the pond to showcase their documentary about Duluth native and international musician, Charlie Parr. This interview was done right after their showcase. Francois-Xavier Dubois, and brother Charles Dubois, followed Charlie on his tour through the upper Midwest and finished the documentary at his home in Duluth. You can find the DVD on Amazon. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episode...
Mar 10, 2020•35 min
Head Ned is the lead of a 'Nedal' band, he founded in 2015. They are a Ned Flanders based metal band out of Phoenix AZ. OD just finished up touring Australia, and are now planning a US tour. Okilly Dokilly rose to stardom on Facebook, and YouTube. You can check out their music and tour here: www.okillydokilly.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe...
Mar 01, 2020•32 min
Greg Jacobs is a traveling storyteller. He usually tells children stories, which he has written himself. But he slips in some adult stories as well. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe
Feb 28, 2020•21 min
Half of One Less Guest, a Duluth MN based band joins us at Wussow's Concert Coffeehouse. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe
Feb 08, 2020•41 min
Maddy Siiter started out playing open mics at Amazing Grace Cafe in Duluth MN. Throughout playing open mics, she made her way to Wussow's Concert Cafe, Duluth Homegrown Music Festival; then landing a record deal in Nashville TN. She has released two albums, and is now in college. (This is her first ever interview) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe...
Jan 24, 2020•31 min
Red Wanting Blue Interview Oct 19th 2012 by Crystal Lynn Abbs This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe
Jan 24, 2020•48 min
Suzy Q is an accomplished self taught singer. Her deep bluesy vocals have can have anyone entranced. She first started her musical career, releasing a hip-hop album that she produced herself; Cupcakes and Battle Axes. Throughout playing local bars, and open-mics, she and a good friend started Rooftop Fable. Even though the alternative rock group is no more. Suzy continues along her musical journey. Rooftop has several albums out. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other...
Jan 24, 2020•41 min
Emily Jayne is accomplished musician, composer, and Duluth native. She started her musical journey in her early years playing piano and from there went to school for music on the East Coast. She has been featured many times on The Playlist (WDSE Local Programming), Duluth Homegrown Music Festival, as well as many others. You can find her tracks on Spotify. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substa...
Jan 24, 2020•14 min
Music management guru, and businessman Matt Larson joins the 9 O'clock Meltdown; this go around to talk about the dirty and gritty side of the music industry. And we get into deep discussion about the business side of the music scene. And how to market yourself. As well as, a few tangents about our favorite artists! Matt was on the show back in 2017, while managing the local Duluth MN Band; Paper Parlor. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access...
Dec 23, 2019•1 hr 1 min
Lillie Lemon of Kinder Creatures, talks about her new endeavor with her partner Eric (both are formally of Lillie Lemon) Kinder Creatures is a take on a new concept album for Lillie, it weaves a story about walls, cities, and werewolves. The bands single 'Hunter' has already dropped and they are planning an East Coast tour. Check out their music at: www.kindercreaturesmusic.com Photo Credit: August Kelm This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access ...
Dec 17, 2019•31 min
Adina from the band SH3BA, is an out spoken activist, gutter-punk, and author. She is currently working on her second book, and releasing an album. You can find her and the her band in many of the clubs in Minneapolis. SH3BA's work can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/Sh3batheband/ Photo Credit: Elyse W. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe...
Dec 05, 2019•42 min
Erika Adams joins us yet again to talk about her writing process and new book "New Moon's Family". New Moon was published earlier this year and can be found throughout book shops in Duluth MN. Erika has been writing since she was in high school, and hasn't stopped. She has published two books and is currently working on a third. Her work can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Erika-Adams/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus epi...
Dec 05, 2019•31 min
Andrew Lipke is the hired gun of Duluth Minnesota Music scene. He has played in countless bands and with countless people. He enjoys adding. his own flare to others songs. For now Andy can be found in the band; The Mallards. They are releasing an EP on cassette tape and selling Walkmans with them! Check out Andy's work here: https://andylipke.bandcamp.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substa...
Nov 24, 2019•51 min
Leif Hinkel is a Duluth native that is a unique singer/songwriter. Him and his acoustic guitar write songs from the heart and speak truth. He sings about his family and living in Duluth Minnesota, where he grew up. He is currently finishing his first full length album due in 2020. You can check out his two first EP's on band camp. And you can find his work here: https://leifhinkel.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, ...
Nov 17, 2019•35 min
Finally; the talented Eric Bong joins the 9 O'clock Meltdown. Eric has been a staple in the Duluth music scene for years, and continues to do so, with his work with countless bands; including Stardust Collective and now his work with Duluth Coffee Company. Eric has been in Duluth's Homegrown Music Festival for the past sixteen years; and he offers his unique perspective. You can catch Eric out and about anyplace in Duluth MN. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other sub...
Nov 09, 2019•36 min
Amanda Grace is a Minnesota based singer-songwriter. Her musical career launched in the wake of family sorrow; but she has blossomed into a multi faceted artist. With three different bands, voice-over work and a family life; Amanda proves you can do it all. To find her music and merchandise check out her website here: https://www.musicbyamandagrace.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit crystalabernethy.substack.c...
Oct 27, 2019•32 min
