This time, it's Dan Schwartz and Steve Roehm, one half of The Neighborhood Quartet. The have a great new self-titled album coming out on Record Store Day (4/20) and a big album release show happening at The Parkway on 4/28. They both bring a wealth of talent and experience to the music and this interview. Enjoy! #feeltheprairie Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com...
Mar 19, 2024•52 min•Ep. 378
It's the return of John Cosgrove! Our favorite trivia maven, and Irish ex-pat. Here we are trotting him out again to celebrate Ireland and St Patrick's Day. Always a lively conversation with this one. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Mar 12, 2024•58 min•Ep. 379
Mark Deveraj and Margaret Hegg. Between the two of them they play in about a quarter of a million bands, including the Pixies Tribute band Trompe Le Monde. Big show coming up this weekend! Listen, learn, laugh, love. Cheers! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Mar 09, 2024•51 min•Ep. 378
There's no one else like him. This episode features the very welcome return of Mark Mallman. He's got an incredible evening featuring the Goth Music Songbook coming up next week at the Parkway. He remains so bright, so invested. One of my favorite people to talk to ever. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Mar 07, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 377
And he's back! Colin Bracewell is a really good guy, and that smile! He's got a new EP on the way and a special release show at The Fine Line on the 14th. He also has loads of other shows on the way this summer. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Mar 01, 2024•50 min•Ep. 376
Recently, there's been a bit of social media upheaval about the fact that most bands who perform at Minneapolis Parks arent compensated for their efforts. So who better to talk to than Molly Murray, who spent more than a decade booking these gigs. It's a multi-faceted, nuanced conversation and here we begin t scratch the surface. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redc...
Feb 19, 2024•59 min•Ep. 375
Guess who's back for their 8th visit to the podcast? It's Katy Vernon! She has a brand new band, Favourite Girl, and they have a big show this weekend at The Big Turn Music Festival in Red Wing. She's also booking some very cool bands/artists for shows this summer! Cheers, and enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Feb 13, 2024•58 min•Ep. 374
This time, it's local rapper and poet extraordinaire, Desdamona! She's got a great gig this weekend at The Big Turn Music Fest in Red Wing! She's also a tireless advocate for the spoken word in it's many forms. This is good banter, and some excellent music. Cheers! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Feb 12, 2024•52 min•Ep. 373
Christy Costello has created an incredible new album. You need to stop what you're doing and buy this! https://christycostello.bandcamp.com/album/from-the-dark-digital She shared several great stories about her complex life and the process of birthing this album. She'll be doing an album release party at Dusty's on Friday, 2/9 and a show at 7th street entry on 2/17. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Priva...
Feb 05, 2024•57 min•Ep. 372
What a treat! Beth Gusenius, founder and director of Rock And Roll Kids Choir, stops by to talk about the amazing work she does with young kids to get them into music. She's also an opera singer and picked out some tasty jams that the kids perform. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Feb 01, 2024•52 min
It's the return of Ed Cohen (SmartStartMN). Ed is not only a rock solid Human Being, he's also a deep music fan. This time, we talk all about the R.E.M. 'Murmur' tribute coming up soon at First Ave. If you like R.E.M. this is a good listen. Cheers! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Jan 26, 2024•49 min•Ep. 370
Local singer-songwriter John Louis has a brand new CD. He also has a big release party at The Hook and Ladder tomorrow night. He's quite talented. Enjoy the music and get the intel! Cheers!! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Jan 24, 2024•50 min•Ep. 369
Brianna and Kurt Jorgensen, THE Jorgensens, stop by to talk music, life and a few upcoming shows. Check 'em out tomorrow night at The Turf Club! This was a fun one. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Jan 19, 2024•55 min•Ep. 368
Eric and Nathan of the legendary West Bank band the Mubbla Buggs stop by to talk about the good old days AND the massive 35th Anniversary of The Cedar Cultural Center. Sounds like it will be an incredible show. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Jan 12, 2024•51 min•Ep. 367
This week, Angiest and Diane stop by to talk about THC-forward Kite Soda, and their new Choose Happiness campaign. A great local business with a serious commitment to supporting our local arts community. Imbibe, listen and enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Jan 09, 2024•56 min
This time, we are joined by two titans of Minnesota Music: John Eller and Chris Perricelli. They are the two central pillars of an amazing upcoming musical extravaganza. A Holy Place To Be: An acoustic Bowie tribute this Friday at the Hook & Ladder. Plus, we play nothing but Bowie! Freak out in a moonage daydream and enjoy. Cheers! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redci...
Jan 09, 2024•54 min•Ep. 363
Kicking off the New Year with a return visit from Ellen Stanley (Mother Banjo)! We talk about music, her upcoming gig this Sunday at Icehouse AND that, maybe, Connecticut pizza is the very best pizza of all? Listen and learn. Happy New Year All! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Jan 04, 2024•58 min•Ep. 364
Barbara Cohen is getting the band back together! The Little Lizard reunion show is coming up at The Hook & Ladder on the 30th, and The Hang Ups are opening!! So awesome. Barbara is obviously very talented, but she's also even-keeled and dangerously witty. A great conversation, plus she shares a brand new song! Enjoy, all. Happy Yule and here's to a great new year. Cheers!! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b...
Dec 20, 2023•53 min•Ep. 363
DJ Sci-Fi is in the house! Young, clever and with an obvious excellent taste in music, Sci-Fi is delightful. So big upcoming gigs before year's end and some great stories. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Dec 19, 2023•59 min•Ep. 362
Once again, Sean and I are getting into the holiday spirit by pulling out some of our favorite songs of the season! From time-tested classics to some lesser-known Yuletide treats. Merry Christmas, everyone. Thank you for listening. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Dec 12, 2023•53 min•Ep. 361
This time, it's Colleen Bertino. She's the CEO/COO of local favorites Fantasy Gifts. A family owned and family run business for more than 40 years, Fantasy Gifts has long been a destination for those interested in self love and sharing a little fun with your partner. This was a very interesting conversation. I hope you enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/p...
Dec 07, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 359
This time, it's Michael Anschel - the primary figure behind OA Design, Build + Architecture. He's a talented, fascinating and well-travelled individual. OA is also the latest official sponsor of the podcast! Welcome aboard, Michael. Please listen, amplify and enjoy! Cheers, all!! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Dec 05, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 359
DJ Shannon Blowtorch is a badass. One of my two favorite DJs in town. Wildly talented and completely unafraid. She's got a huge New Year's Eve party at the VFW in Uptown. We discuss that and she brings some excellent musical selections along. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Nov 30, 2023•50 min•Ep. 357
A Brian Oake Show favorite, Sarah Morris joins us to talk about her upcoming Holiday extravaganza at The Hook & Ladder in Minneapolis on December 8th. Tickets are going fast, so buy yours today. We also talk Toilet Tunes, her sensational Youtube show and she plays a couple of songs from her albums. We loved that she brought her guitar and played and sang one for us as well. Enjoy!
Nov 29, 2023•53 min•Season 4Ep. 357
She's back! Ellen Stanley (Mother Banjo) is always good company. She and her band have a big show this weekend to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the release The Devil Hasn't Won. We cover a lot of ground here. I hope you enjoy it at least half as much as I did. Happy Thanksgiving, all!! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Nov 22, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 356
Cindy Lawson is, quite simply, the coolest. Yet another killer conversation with one the best in town. She has a brand new EP out this week! And a couple of great shows to make the release official. She also brought along a couple of very good musical selections. This one is definitely worth a listen. Cheers! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Nov 14, 2023•57 min•Ep. 355
The Hook and Ladder is a brilliant non-profit music venue in SE Minneapolis. Give To The Max day is coming up and this is exactly the sort of place music heads should support on that day. Learn more about Jesse and this important venue. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Nov 10, 2023•56 min•Ep. 354
Florence Chard Dacey is a celebrated Minnesota poet who has just published a book containing 50 years of her poetry. She is a soulful, thoughtful and passionate person. In this episode, she shares her history and several of her poems. They are about life as a woman, the Earth, her family and so much more. She is a dear longtime friend of Sean and his family. Please buy a copy of her book at Midwestvillages.com or get a signed book at FlorenceDacey.com. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://re...
Nov 09, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 353
One of my newest favorite persons Andrea Storlie, founder and proprietor of Nail Ninja, is our guest. I recently got my first pedicure there, and I was so delighted that I had to know more about all the who/what/why. I found out. Listen and learn! Enjoy, my friends. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Nov 03, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 352
BOO! It's our annual Shocktober Halloween Spooktacular! A little talk about costumes, candy and scary movies. A whole lot of music to get you in the sprit of the season. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Oct 31, 2023•52 min•Ep. 351
