On this show, I sat down with the other half of Thrillkiller; the time travelin’ renegade, Rex Razor, better known to the Baltimore Music Scene as Rob Bradley. Over the summer I had the pleasure of sitting down with his guitarist Sebastian Ochoa, but today I’m excited to be talking with the visionary himself; the future-past rebel known to many as POWER ROB. Rob is best known for his voice and ability to channel notes in the upper stratosphere, but there are a lot of sides to Rob Bradley you may...
Jan 24, 2022•54 min•Season 2Ep. 3
On this show, I sat down with the dreamlike-vocalist of Blind Rhetoric and Vestacension, Mr. Brian Wade. Currently residing in Astoria, Brian Wade has been circling the Mid-Atlantic for the better half of 20 years, writing and releasing his signature brand of beautiful alternative rock poetry. When those bands aren't keepin' him busy, he's also the vocalist for Kingstarn. The audio you’re about to hear is from a ZOOM call we had on December 29th. For a better experience, find the video online, b...
Jan 24, 2022•52 min•Season 2Ep. 1
On this show I down with a man about town, Mr. Jamie Bishop. Jamie isn’t just a musical professional, he also has a very D-I-Y work ethic and has started multiple successful businesses – just in the time I’ve known him. He’s been successful in all of his pursuits and has earned himself a reputation for being a dependable and contributing member of Harford County. But, before we put too much shine on the shoe, I also know Jamie likes to have a good time and cut-up. When he’s not pickin’ n’ grinni...
Jan 23, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Bryan Dunaway has been a mainstay in the Baltimore punk rock music scene for a lot of years. His often manic, upbeat acoustic approach is as fun as it is unique. He doesn't shy away at an opportunity and isn't afraid to let it all hang out there. He's the genuine article and stopped by to talk about where he's been, where it's going and what punk rock means to him. As always, we did a deep dive into the origin story of this artist from Baltimore, MD. #music #baltimore #punk Bryan Dunaway: https:...
Dec 27, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 51
On this very special Christmas edition of the Mouthful of Graffiti Podcast, I sat down with singer/songwriter and entrepreneur, Ms. Shelby Blondell. Shelby has had her share of ups and down, but through it all, she’s become stronger and more successful for it. She’s here today on a mission of "HOPE" and to remind us all of how truly special we are. At the risk of sounding like a Hallmark ad, I’m going to stop there, grab my Sheller and get to the meat of this interview. Let’s get crackin’! As al...
Dec 25, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 50
Today, on this holiday edition of the Mouthful of Graffiti podcast, I'm joined by a man who left a lot of presents under our tree, before mysteriously disappearing into the ether. Ancient Christmas theorists believe he returned to the North Pole. Say it how you’d like, it’s all Smantx, but I know a lot of people are excited for the return of this neo-alternative rock group out of Baltimore, Maryland, featuring multi-instrumentalist, Mr. Kyle Wesley Claus. Alongside the man himself, I’m joined by...
Dec 19, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 49
On this show, I sat down with Charm City Ghostbuster, novelist and event planner for the annual Fright Reads Book Festival, Harry Carpenter. A lot of books have earned Harry Carpenters name and he’s just getting started. I recently attended the Fright Reads Book Festival in Severna Park and I can tell you, it's an event you won't want to miss next year. Harry’s books are often a direct line with something in his personal life, which makes them all the more interesting and personal. Join me in we...
Dec 12, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 48
On this show we had a man who needs no introduction. Larry Noto of the legendary Music Land Store in Bel Air stopped by to talk about his store’s 50 years of success, his comedy, his *BIG* band and how it all started. A lot of us were introduced to his father, Joe Noto, in our formative years, but Larry Noto has already taken the Music Land vision to new heights and as a fan of Walt Disney, I know he’s got even bigger plans on the horizon. Not only are they a sponsor of the show, but they've pum...
Dec 03, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 47
Shane Burke is a Baltimore based singer-songwriter with a lot of albums under his belt, dating back to at least 2008. His music could be described as chord-based alternative atmospheric folk-rock and he’s had a lot of success doing it. He stopped by to tell us how it all started, whose ‘Lights’ he hopes to ‘Light’ and what’s left in his briefcase of poetry that he’d like to share with the world. There are a lot of talented artists in the Baltimore area, but few with a voice as soulful, smooth an...
Nov 25, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 46
On this episode I sat down with an accomplished and published fantasy author – the author responsible for the Misbegotten book series, Sherri Cook Woosley. Sherri has managed to blend popular dystopian elements with fairy tales, all while weaving her own personal autobiographical elements into books you’ll never forget. She’s a member of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America; her books are professional, received and there’s a lot more on the way. Tastes of Sherri is a resource for l...
Nov 21, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 45
This was a Brad-on-Brad MOGPOD exclusive. As if awakening like Rip Van Winkle, Bradley James Hayes is back and seizing on every opportunity that comes his way and before it’s “Gone”. There aren’t a lot of solo country artists in the original Baltimore music scene so we’re happy he took the time to stop by. One part dreamer, another father and another musician, you’ll soon find out, there’s a "Little Piece" of Brad in all of us. #Music #Baltimore #Country Bradley James Hayes: https://open.spotify...
Nov 07, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Original video link: https://vimeo.com/643296586 Ian McGinty is best known for his comic book work with Rick & Morty, Adventure Time and a lot more. In the spirit of Transcendent Events's Stellar Con, coming to the APGFCU Arena on November 20th, we hopped on a ZOOM call to discuss how he got into the industry, what he's been working on and his years in the Baltimore music scene with Stella Wake Up and Julian Gallows. He's an artist. He's a musician. He's a voice over actor. And, he's a hell ...
Nov 07, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 44
The MOG was on location at the Authors & Artists Holiday Gift Sale at the Bel Air Armory to do a quick recap with some of the local authors! (Picture clockwise: D.A. Jennings, Steven Landry, Robert Broomall & Stephanie Guzman) Podcast Order: #StevenLandry #DAJennings #RobertBroomall #StephanieGuzman Sponsored by the Harford County Cultural Arts Board.
Nov 07, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 42
This is PART II. If you haven't listened to PART I, stop now and go back! Sponsored by the Harford County Cultural Arts Board.
Oct 31, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Today on the show I’m sitting down with artist and activist, Femi the Drifish, most recently known for his work with his Out of Water Experience. Femi is a larger than life personality and a Mid-Atlantic wordsmith with a tendency to weave theater, spoken word and slam poetry into his musical compositions. He’s a talented and thoughtful musician, teacher and father with a worldly and otherworldly background – a background that can’t help but find its way into the soundtrack of his journey. Join m...
Oct 31, 2021•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 39
Rest your bones for a special Halloween edition of the MOG podcast with Kevin Noonkester of Following Lights and Mr. Old Year and Gary Holmes of Skitzo Calypso, We Love the Underground and [occasionally] Veteran Avenue. It should be no surprise that horror films have inspired some spooky music, with bands like, The Cramps, The Misfits, Dokken, Blue Oyster Cult and more, so, today we’re goin’ to talk about the movies and their marriage with rock n’ roll. There will be no tricks today, only treats...
Oct 31, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Frank Grocholski is a well-known and seasoned session and touring guitarist, who plays original and cover music, and is currently residing in Baltimore, Maryland. I’ve known Frank for a lot of years and he just keeps gettin’ better; opportunities keep coming his way. It’s a real treat to have Frank on the show between Cowboy Mouth tour dates. Join me in welcoming Frank to the show! #Music #Baltimore #Alternative #CowboyMouth As always, we did a deep dive into the origin story of this artist from...
Oct 24, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Mike Potter has been an active supporter and participant in the local music scene for nearly two decades. Whether it was smashing the kit with Skitzo Calypso, Speedogs, Kings of the Revolution or Out of the Cold you could always hear him coming; you have even seen in playin’ the bass in We Love the Underground. Mike is an incredibly talented musician with a lot of albums under his belt and we’re lucky to have him here today. Join me in welcoming Mike Potter to THE MOG! #Music #Baltimore #Alterna...
Oct 17, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 37
On this show, I’m welcoming a man who deserves his own rock n’ roll introduction music – a man many of us have seen 'round town; at a show, gettin’ the low down on the down low. He’s a rock n’ roll journalist with a lot of ‘Experience’ and isn’t afraid to do his job, even if it means pissing off a beyond their prime 80’s rock outfit. One part Steve Vai and another, Share Gardner, a legend birthed as Modern Pain of Rock n' Roll Experience is here to dish out the dirt and goods on some of your fav...
Oct 17, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 36
FALL FESTIVAL Event: 10/15/21 | 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM The Kelly Bell Band will be performing from 5 - 6:30 PM. Website: PhatBlues.Com Rain Date: 10/17/21 * Parking: A & B Lots * Details: Carnival games and prizes, train rides, balloon artist, food concessions, various vendors selling or advertising their products/services, family friendly craft activities and more. The first 100 kids in costume get a goodie bag and more! * Ticketed event: $5 per person. Children 3 and Under are free. * Restrooms...
Oct 12, 2021•10 min
You may know Athena Hiotis from her early musical years in Baltimore's own Playground Etiquette, her more recent art-alternative project, RÊVE, which is described as a fusion of cinematic, indie rock sounds with stunning visuals and a visceral performances or you may have heard the other projects she's involved with, like Steep Steps and Circuit Villains. No matter where you heard the name Athena Hiotis, one thing is for certain, you know her dedication to her craft and that she’s always looking...
Oct 10, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Many of you may know Matt Weitzel from the Baltimore based alternative rock trio, Breakforth, but Matt has a long history of working behind the scenes at some pretty well-known rock radio stations, like 100.7 The Bay and 98 Rock. No matter the platform, Matt is an enthusiastic supporter of local, regional and national music and today he is here to tell us about his musical journey and how he juggles all of these passions in such a convincing manner. He’s got some big news to announce on the show...
Oct 03, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 34
#FrightReads #RichardChizmar #TimothyBaldwin #TroySuesse #HarryCarpenter #LizDecker Special thanks to our sponsors: REB Records, Vagabond Sandwich Company, Baltimore Decal Gal, Black Eyed Suzie's, Music Land, Double Groove Brewery, Caprichos Books Sponsored by the Harford County Cultural Arts Board.
Oct 03, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 33
On this episode, Kevin Noonkester and I discuss his new solo album, Following Lights. Kevin has been in a variety of projects since the 90's - bands you've probably heard about or seen around town, like: Mr. Old Year, Uncle Joe's Funeral or Back to the Garden. He's been workin' at it for years, tryin' to find and provide answers through his music and lyrical compositions. Join me in welcoming Mr. Noonkester to The MOG! #music #baltimore #followinglights As always, we did a deep dive into the ori...
Sep 26, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 32
This episode was produced on 9/24/2021. You should only have one question in your mind, who is Will Sims? Simply, Will Sims is a staple in the Baltimore music scene and has released a lot of music over the years, often solo, but also with alternative rock outfit, Roll It Over. He’s put out a number of albums and in the near future, he’ll be droppin' another. Be sure to visit whoiswillsims dot com to learn more abut his projects or visit him at your favorite local bar with his workin’ cover act, ...
Sep 26, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 33
On this episode, I was joined by the extremely talented singer/songwriter, pianist and guitarist of The Dead Pens, Ms. Danah Koch. Danah has played in a variety of projects and is quickly breaking into the Baltimore music scene as an original solo musician; she's takin' the Mid-Atlantic world by the proverbial horns. You may know Danah from The Dead Pens or filling the walls with her hauntingly beautiful voice at various clubs around town, but today she’s here to tell us how it all started and w...
Sep 18, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 31
From Red Valley Nursery to Circuit Villains to his collaborative musical concept, Liquid Robots, Steven Thomas is the 'Scriptwriter' in his own 'Dopamine Machine' dream and has made a hell of a name for himself in the Baltimore music scene. At the core, his main musical projects are alternative rock, indie or pop fusion, but Steven Thomas isn't just a musician, he's an artist in the truest form. For Steven, 'Failure' isn't an option and he's here to tell us how his journey started and where's go...
Sep 13, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Today, our bass player series continues. Rob Landon is best known as the bassist from Baltimore's hard rock and metal outfit, From Nothing, but he stopped by to discuss a new project he's working with; a heavy and melodic Mid-Atlantic hard rock group that calls itself, Lenne. #music #baltimore #fromnothing #lenne As always, we did a deep dive into the origin story of this original artist from Baltimore, MD. Lenne: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4pWr3eWJ5jm0N66MU4WnJ2?si=3yIGpihwTjq7npMTFPIDvg&a...
Sep 12, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Jesse Johnson is a funkadelic bassist and co-writer for a variety of Mid-Atlantic bands. Some may remember Jesse Johnson from his alternative rock years in Baltimore's own Yours Ever Truly, but these days he's bringin' the beach and the streets to your stereo with his melting pot, eclectic reggae rock quintet, The Vibesmen. But, when he's not doin' that, he's rockin' with his hard rock group Joint Operation or his blues funk outfit, Yutzi. Help me in welcoming this wealth of sound and good vibes...
Sep 05, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 28
This episode was produced on August 26, 2021. The other day, I had 25 year jazz improvisation reunion with wing and meat connoisseur Mr. Brian Rumbley. Brian has played in a variety of Mid-Atlantic groups over the years and has an insatiable appetite for music and pushing his own audio boundaries and knowing what’s possible when it comes to filling up the low end. He's made a hell of name for himself as a dependable, all-purpose musician. Join me in welcoming Rumbles to The MOG! As always, we di...
Aug 29, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 26
