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MikeyPod

Michael Harrenmikeypod.com
Podcasting about art and activism since 2005.
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MikeyPod 174 | Musician Jeremy Bass

Songwriter and poet Jeremy Bass is my guest on this episode of the ol’ podcast. As I post this I realize it’s a touch out of date, but the timing is perfect to tell you about Jeremy’s new Kickstarter project to raise money for a pair of EPs he will be working on soon. Links to …

Aug 06, 201427 min

MikeyPod 173 | Musician Jason Paul of Japan Soul

Japan Soul’s Jason Paul joined me for this talk about the making and inspiration for their new album Plastic Utopia. You can see them live this Friday, June 20th at The Bitter End. 10PM. Be there! We also talked about Kent Odessa and Chromeo. I’d love your support with my kickstarter for the album and book …

Jun 18, 201428 min

MikeyPod 172 | Activist Ken Kidd

I needed a briefing on what has been going on with Russia and their rapidly declining human rights policies, and I know no one better to talk to about these things than by dear friend and NYC bad-ass, Ken Kidd. This is an unedited discussion recorded on my iPhone in Ken’s office. No frills, but …

Dec 12, 20131 hr 6 min

MikeyPod 171 | Musician Adam Rokhsar

Electronic musician and software designer Adam Rokhsar is my guest today. So happy to talk about his new release as RUWA. A really great conversation with a fantastic artist. Links:Make Yourself TransparentRUWA on BandcampRokVid is Adam’s recent collab with Ableton Songs:When You Cry – RUWAPerfect Building – RUWAPS I’m Fine – RUWAFebruary – Lusine Listen …

Dec 03, 201351 min

MikeyPod 170 | Musician Leah Coloff

My good friend and collaborator, Leah Coloff is my guest today. Leah is a cellist, singer and composer based here in Brooklyn, NY. It was great to talk to her about her forthcoming album, gralbums, loss, and creation. Check it out and check HER out at leahcoloff.com.

Jul 22, 201330 min

MikeyPod 169 | Writer and Performer Victoria Libertore

Every now and then someone shows up in my life in a wild moment of synchronicity who I know I’m really supposed to plug into. Victoria is one such person. She’s been a teacher and mentor to me for some time now, so I’m really excited to have her as a guest on today’s podcast. …

May 06, 201334 min

MikeyPod 168 | Sabrina Lastman and Sasha Bogdanowitsch of Vital Vox!

Sabrina Lastman and Sasha Bogdanowitsch join me in this episode to discuss their project, the Vital Vox Festival, a vocal music festival taking place on March 25th and 26th here in Brooklyn at Roulette. I’m really excited about this show, and even more so about the actual festival. Thanks for listening! The Songs: Kaleidophonia Sasha …

Mar 18, 201324 min

MikeyPod 167 | Composer and Performer Eve Beglarian

Composer/performer, Eve Beglarian joins me today in an interview we recorded in her apartment in NYC. Eve is a massive inspiration to me and I so happy to have her as a guest again on the podcast. Lots of fun info about her self-propelled journey along the Mississippi River and the work that resulted. The Songs: …

Mar 14, 201334 min

MikeyPod 166 | Musician Andy Richards from Uniform Motion

Uniform Motion’s Andy Richards joins me from Tolouse, France on this episode of MikeyPod to talk about his work and we had a really great conversation about the methods his band has used to promote and raise money for their various projects. Fellow musicians, I highly recommend you read their writings about DIY music production. …

Feb 25, 20131 hr 14 min

MikeyPod 165 | Musician Katie Mullins

Katie Mullins joins me on this episode to talk about her new album and the process behind her work. Be sure to check her out at Union Hall on February 1st! Preorder her new album on Bandcamp and show your support for a bad-ass independent artist! The songs: Pink Orange Red – Cocteau TwinsBefore …

Jan 21, 20131 hr 5 min

MikeyPod 164 | Composer and Performer Corey Dargel

Corey Dargel is my guest on the show today. He’ll be performing his newest song cycle “Hold Yourself Together” tomorrow night, January 7 at (le) poisson rouge. The songs:Dream Within A Dream – PropagandaTomorrow – Niki & The DoveSymphonia IX (My Wait Is U) – GrimesDon’t Follow – B. FleischmannThere’s Nothing There – Corey …

Jan 07, 20131 hr 23 min

MikeyPod 163 | Musician Walker Lukens

Walker Lukens is my fantastic guest today. Lots and lots of music make for a extra long show. Support these artists please. The Songs:Her Fantasy – Matthew DearThe Fun Powder Plot – Wild BeastsThe Cave (Hobotech Remix) – Mumford and SonsShips On Fire – Magic PandaTo Mars – The MaiduApplesauce – Animal CollectiveDimensional Flow – …

Oct 17, 20121 hr 32 min

MikeyPod 162 | Musician Tim Elsenburg of Sweet Billy Pilgrim

Sweet Billy Pilgrim’s Tim Elsenburg joins me today to discuss his new album, his creative process and dishwashers as musical instruments. The Songs:Eyes – Jherek BischoffLazuli – Beach HouseDoom – New BeardJoyful Reunion – Sweet Billy PilgrimForget to Breathe – Sweet Billy PilgrimRunning Up That Hill – Theo BleckmanTinseltown in the Rain – The Blue …

May 30, 20121 hr 12 min

MikeyPod 161 | Musician Derek Nicoletto

Great music and and an intimate interview with musician Derek Nicoletto. Listen and subscribe! the songs: Hold On – SbtrktFinancial District – Gold PandaAmanaemonesia – ChairliftChameleon – Gavin CastletonKind Ghosts – Derek NicolettoSugar – Derek NicolettoThe Night – School of Seven BellsBaby, I Love You So – ColourboxAnother Detour – Alice SmileI Have The Moon …

May 16, 20121 hr 3 min

MikeyPod 160 | Vegan Author Sarah Kramer!

I’m so excited to co-host this episode with my friend and fellow vegan, Sarah Kramer. We had so much fun chatting about music and veganism and shared the infamous story of how we met. This show is a little longer than usual, but I couldn’t find a single second to cut out. Enjoy! The songs:Go …

Apr 25, 20121 hr 27 min

MikeyPod 159

No guest this week, just lots of great music. I’m kinda thrilled with this playlist. I’d love to hear from you and if you want to check out what else I’m up to creatively, stop by my main site! The songs: I Am Really A Very Simple Person – BrimSick – Jenn VixOblivion – GrimesYoung …

Apr 18, 201256 min

MikeyPod 158 | Musician Mike Acerbo

The songs:Fairy Tale Love – Mike AcerboYear of the Dog – Walker LukensPastoral – Katie MullinsEmmylou – First Aid KitTrilby – Mike Acerbo**Interview with Mike Acerbo**The Search – Mike AcerboComing Down – Anais MitchellThe Gull and I – Reuben Butchart & The MillworkersThe End – Atlas Down Mike’s album release party:Friday, April 6th at 9:00DROM85 …

Mar 22, 201251 min

MikeyPod 157 | Collin from ATTACK.WAV

Hey y’all! It’s been a while, yeah yeah yeah… Bringing back the podcast with a mini-interview inside. This episode features Collin from the great ATTACK.WAV. Listen and love. The songs:Extra-Ordinary – Yukihiro TakahashiPoint of View Point – CorneliusSugar Coated World – ATTACK.WAV**interview with Collin**Television Girls – ATTACK.WAVThe Martin Show!! – Plus-Tech Squeeze BoxTake Me Now …

Mar 13, 201240 min

MikeyPod 156

songs: Debut/E.F.L. – The Art of NoiseBe Brave – My Brightest DiamondDance. Dance. Dance. – Lykke LiI’m In Your Church At Night – Active ChildPuce Woman (for Kenneth Anger) – Misty RosesThere Is No Way There Is No Way – Uniform MotionHalocene – Bon IverLike The Tide – Mike AcerboThe Days – Patrick WolfFishnet Sailor …

Sep 26, 20111 hr 3 min

MikeyPod 155

songs:See The Child – Jane SiberryFairlight – Com TruiseToo Much – Sufjan StevensDate of Execution May 13 2010 – Corey DargelHome – Sarah Kirkland SniderChoir – Sin FangUnplug – Robert GermanSheena Easton – William BrittelleSugarfuel – David SylvianYou Are Always Surrounded by Stars – Christopher WillitsFly (The Soldier Dreams Mix) – Burn The Maps note: …

May 22, 201156 min
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