On this show, I spoke with the ‘Awesome’ Kelly Ogden of The Dollyrots. Her bandmate Luis Cabeza was with us in spirit. Their infectious brand of indie pop/punk rock has covered the gamut from fun, in your face, rock n’ roll jams like “Everything”, “Because I’m Awesome” and “Brand New Key” to touching and unexpected covers like “Earth Angel” by The Penguins and Little Eva’s “Turkey Trot”. Just yesterday they embarked on their ’Down the Rabbit Hole’ US tour which kicks off on July 14th in New Jers...
Jul 15, 2022•47 min•Season 2Ep. 34
One look at her social media platforms and you’ll see that Kaly Clauss is as much of a plantsman as she is a musician. Her music has a folksy blunt with a kiss of southern spirit and her lyrics are a magic carpet ride back to a time when life seemed simpler. It’s all sewn together with sturdy roots and a touch of post-modernism. She loves home, time alone with her plants and pen and more importantly, protecting her heart with Squishmallows. Join me in welcoming Kaly Clauss to THE MOG. Kaly Claus...
Jul 10, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Justin Walters and Emelle Elizabeth have been active in the Mid-Atlantic rock music scene for over a decade. It wasn’t until they joined forces in the late 2010’s that they’d find an undeniable vibration with Eternal Frequency. With Justin crunchin’ and stompin’ rhythms with his Epiphone, laying the foundation for their mammoth sonic assault, and Emelle’s angelic and soaring vocals, their modern alternative rock music is powerful and full of as much passion as it is hooks. They drove a long way ...
Jul 04, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 32
If you’re in the Baltimore music scene, you’ve probably seen the epic artwork or heard the aggressive music of Kyle Rigsby’s Old Foes project. He began recording as early as 2021 and hasn’t let up. He’s currently about to release his 9th single and, with any luck, a full-length album is also on the horizon. He’s a solo artist with a pension for diversity and old school metal riffage and he’s able to find melody in dissonance. I couldn’t be happier to have him on the show. Join me in welcoming th...
Jun 26, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Earlier this week, I reached out to a few of Brian Rumbley’s close friends and peer musicians to put together a special episode, in light of Brian’s recent medical emergency. I would like to preface this by saying, ‘Brian is alive and well,’ but he could use all of our support in navigating through this difficult and uncertain time. The first guy to sign up is a guy I’ve been wanting to get on the show for some time and he’s here today to kick-off this very special MOG POD. Since he’s also the f...
Jun 19, 2022•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 30
Kelly Bell has been rockin’ the Mid-Atlantic for decades. His unique blend of rock, blues and funk has influenced the entire Baltimore music scene for a lot of years and by the looks of it, he’s nowhere near finished. Still on the heels of his latest release ‘Know My Name’ he can be found crisscrossing the region celebrating life, light and funk. Whether he’s rockin’ a stage or droppin’ The People’s Elbow in a wrestlin’ ring, he’s always here moving us with his soulful voice and big personality....
Jun 12, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 29
You may know Scott Lester from all of his years in the Baltimore music scene, performing solo or with his bands Falltown and Letterbox, but he’s also been working behind the scenes with some of your favorite radio stations making sure you’re laughing to and from your way to work. He’s a man who’s always got his pulse on what’s happening in the world and he’s here today to talk about his musical journey and what’s next for his ‘Army’ of fans. Join me in welcoming Scott Lester to the freakin’ MOG!...
Jun 05, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Carolyn Powers and Sean Cooke have been performing at a high velocity in their cover group Cover Art since at least 2017. Whether it’s casinos, street performances, sunset decks or the local bar circuit, they come ready to get their hand dirty and leave with sore fingers and throats. They put all of their passion into their music are here today to shake off their adrenaline hangovers talk about how it all got started and what their plans are for the future. Join me in welcoming, Carolyn Powers &...
May 30, 2022•58 min•Season 2Ep. 27
If you think you don’t know who Matt Boyitz is, you’re 100% wrong! Matt has been performing with bands in the Mid-Atlantic area for over two decades; bands like Seven Days Torn, Rosabella, Tim Lockemy and most recently Rise Among Rivals to name a few. Even if you didn’t know him by name, you’d probably recognize him on or off stage wearing his trademark beanie that just covers his eyes. But, behind the mystery hat is a very down-to-Earth, hardworking and accomplished musician, who has found a pa...
May 22, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 25
You may have heard Caprichos Books mentioned on this show, as they’ve been a loyal sponsor of The MOG since its inception, but Liz Decker isn’t just a bookstore owner; she’s a savvy, hardworking and strategic business woman, a mother, photographer and supporter of all things local. She recently moved to the shore, but she’s in town and invited herself onto the show to catch us up on what she’s been up to. I’m super excited to have her on. Join me in welcoming Liz Decker to the flip-flappin’ MOG!...
May 22, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Tony Baltimore, known in Baltimore as Tony Durante, is a singer-songwriter musician who currently resides in Key West, Florida. Though he’s in the Land of Sunshine and pleasant living, he’s anything but a #Parrothead. Sure, he’ll strum your favorite songs upon request, but his current focus is his new album dropping on June 17th through Conch Town Records. He’s carved out his dream of being a professional musician over the past 12 years and he’s here today to tell us how it all came to be. Join ...
May 15, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Brian Bourne has been a longtime supporter of local original music. In the early 2000’s, he and his partner Gerry Muccioli built the very successful Bel Air Bash at St. Margaret’s Church and from there he went on to form the well-known and loved local cover act, Under the Covers. He’s been circling the Mid-Atlantic for the past decade or two and has had a lot of success doing it. One thing is for certain, if Brian Bourne is involved, it’s going to be a success. I’m happy to welcome my friend and...
May 01, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Jimi Haha, otherwise known as Jimi Davies and occasionally as James Laughter is an Annapolis-based musician and the founder and creative director for Up.St.ART Magazine; he’s an artist, a father and, for lack of a better word, a legend in the Mid-Atlantic region. He’s released countless albums, mainly under the bands Jimmie’s Chicken Shack, Jarflys and Mend the Hollow to name a few, but his roots go deeper than that. He’s a man whose worn a lot of hats and if his Re.Present album is any indicati...
Apr 24, 2022•56 min•Season 2Ep. 22
John Amoriello has been on the Mouthful of Graffiti podcast twice, but we wanted to have him back to promote his new Old Man Jones album and show at Zen West on April 15th. The album, ‘Crashing Down’ is chock-full of ‘Blockbuster’ rock n’ roll anthems and has enough classic rock riffage to make The Spaceman blush. It may be a nod to the past but it’s here today to remind us that rock n’ roll has seen ‘Stranger Things’ and is alive and well. Join me in welcoming John Amoriello back to The MOG! Ol...
Apr 11, 2022•38 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Reb Records have been spinnin’ the black circle since the summer of 2019. They got their start in one of the small business incubator locations behind the Bel Air Armory in Downtown Bel Air and have made a slow but steady ascent in the years that followed. From barely having any walk-up traffic to having lines wrapped around Main Street, Bel Air, there’s clearly no stopping Mark Santoro and Sean Lanahan from realizing their musical dreams. They’re here to remind us to slow down, listen and to re...
Apr 03, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 20
On this episode, Derrick Credito of The Bohemian Years filled in as a special MOG host and interviewed Brad W. Cox and Gary J. Holmes of Skitzo Calypso; covering 25 years of musical growth and brotherhood. We discussed our favorite shows, our gig at Zen West on April 15th with Danah Denice, Prison Wife and Old Man Jones, Taylor Hawkin's death and its impact on rock n' roll and a hell of a lot more! Skitzo Calypso Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6960Knze7SDJlMeChIXi9r Special thanks to: ...
Apr 03, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Jayne Elizabeth McCullough, otherwise known in the tattoo community as Jayne Jazebelle, and owner of Jayne Jezebelle Tattoos, was a student at the Maryland Institute College of Art and most recently has taken her illustrations to the musical front with her duo-group, Isilme’. She’s a talented artist and is as true to herself as she is to her muse – likely an heiress to Cernunnos, an ancient Celtic god who represents nature. She embodies goth as much as Eric McCullough embodies his European ances...
Mar 31, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Brian Scott Shealey has been kickin’ ass in the Baltimore alternative rock music scene for a lot of years and his resume reads like that of session musician – from Bloomr to The Country Devils, to Red Valley Nursery, to Orange Horse, it's clear that Brian has been honing his craft for a long time. When he doesn’t have a guitar in his hand, he’s can be found coaching, teaching and mentoring Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighters. We have a lot to cover. Join me in welcoming Brian Shealey to The MOG! Bloomr...
Mar 27, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 16
On this show, I sat down with Indies United Publishing House author, Tim Baldwin. By day he teaches creative writing, film and theater at the high school level, but by night he’s a cigar chompin’, whisky stirrin’ writer with a lot of books under his belt. We first met through our sponsor, Liz Decker at Caprichos Books and recently reunited at Harry Carpenter’s Fright Reads annual book festival. He’s kind, down to Earth and loves reading, camping and LIVE music. Join me in welcoming Tim Baldwin t...
Mar 21, 2022•55 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Heather Carson is a prolific dystopian author, the founder of the online group, Dystopian Ink and a mother. I first met Heather at one of Caprichos Book's ‘Drinking With Authors’ events over scotch and high octane beers. It was clear from the jump that being an author wasn’t just her side hustle, it’s who Heather Carson and was meant to be. She currently resides in the Pacific Northwest and loves hanging out in the mountains with her family. She’s best known for her City on the Sea, The Dandelio...
Mar 20, 2022•46 min•Season 2Ep. 13
The Dodies are a rock n’ roll duo from the southern Israeli Desert. I was introduced to the group via Mr. Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal, Chinese Democracy-era guitarist for Guns n’ Roses and axe slinger for Art of Anarchy and Sons of Apollo and I’ve been hooked on their music ever since. The Dodies music is organic and honest and its heart harkens back to the time of 90’s alternative grunge, but with a modern melodic and punk sensibility. Yoni Avittan and Ran Aronson make a lot of noise for two guys in ...
Mar 20, 2022•46 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Russ May may questions if he's 'Interesting' - says the Italian who plays in an Irish rock group, rocks kilts, surfs tabletops and isn’t afraid to bring Metallica deep cuts to your local open mic night. Russ May has been working hard on providing a platform to up-and-coming artists, but also brings a unique brand of rock n’ roll entertainment to Harford County and beyond. He is a talented guitarist, but that’s not his only instrument. He’s stopped by to tell us where he’s been, where it’s going ...
Mar 06, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Brett Buehler is a podcaster, musician and hockey enthusiast. We recently had the idea to have each other onto the other’s podcast. I joined his Part-Time Rockstar Podcast back in January and now he’s here. He’s a gifted guitarist and songwriter for the band The Hollow Truths, but you’d never know it because he's soft-spoken and a genuinely modest individual. Join me in welcoming 'Buehler' to The MOG! The Hollow Truths: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3KVb7EBSLrr7QHMDvqIKqt?si=b6HF05b8RhaIJX41lH...
Mar 06, 2022•43 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Josh Matthew is a prolific and unique creative powerhouse who is best known for his time with Baltimore’s own Megosh, but more recently, his genre-defying group, Pink Elefants [with Finch Flores]. He’s a master lyricist, a truly gifted vocalist and a visual artist for the modern age. I’ve been following Josh’s work for a lot of years and I’m absolutely blown away by his passion and drive toward creativity. Josh isn’t just his paintings, he’s the canvas, too – a living, breathing definition of wh...
Feb 21, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Melanie Hemling and her Mandatory Leisure Group is an entire vibe onto its own. Her rhythmic acoustic passages and smooth voice live somewhere between the annual Hot August festival and an afterhours speakeasy jazz club, hidden behind the walls of a New York City Italian Restaurant. I’ve only seen Melanie perform once, but I was instantly impressed and can’t wait to see how her songwriting and career opens up. She is Harford County through-and-through, but will soon have the entire world in her ...
Feb 21, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 9
They may be young at heart, but don’t let that fool you, they’ve already circled the Mid-Atlantic block a couple of times and have even thrown their own Hotbent music festival in the short time they’ve been playing together. The groups music could be considered pop punk or emo, but in the way that a new group might sound if they helped ignite the genre(s); it’s real, raw and uncompromising. Their pop punk group is as much a musical outlet as it is a family; so, after a bit of arm-twisting, I’m b...
Feb 13, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 8
On this show, I sat down with the Baltimore based folk-pop duo, Wild Whispers. This collaboration of singer/songwriter music is chock-full of rich harmonies, sure to warm your winter blues with a little downhome #Fire. The group has made a lot of noise since their inception in 2019 and they have a lot in-store for the future. Catch them next time they’re in a town near you, but for now, sit back, forget the roar of the crowd, listen closely and get ready for Wild Whispers! As always, we did a de...
Feb 13, 2022•48 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Coal has been around since the Dal Dawn of time and they’ve dug in to turn a few of their deep cuts into diamonds. If you didn’t like those Dad jokes, well, settle-in because Dal and I are both old enough to be your father. Mr. Dawn isn’t shy about sharing his opinions or his art, so I’m excited to learn more about his views, lyrics as well as the catalyst for his artistic pursuits – as to say, what makes him tick. He traveled a bit to be with us today so join me in welcoming Mr. Dawn to THE MOG...
Feb 07, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Anthony Hurley is a versed singer/songwriter/musician out of Baltimore, Maryland. I’ve had the opportunity to watch his story unfold and I can assure you, it took a hell of a lot more than '7 Days'. We have a lot to unpack because what makes for a good song is a good story and Anthony has one. From 7 Days Torn to Rosabella to branching out on his own, one thing is for certain, the fire the inside of him just keeps burning brighter. He’s a hell of vocalist, a father and a husband and he’s here to...
Jan 31, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 5
On this show we welcomed back one of our first guests to talk about a few of his passion projects, how they’re developing and his plans for the future. Dan Houtz isn’t just a musician, in a lot of ways he’s entrepreneur and a champion for local artists. I’ve been ‘Tracking’ his growth over the years and just when you think you’ve got him all figured out, well, Think Again. Join me in welcoming Dan to shows. Let’s see Houtz he’s doin’! As always, we did a deep dive into the origin story of this a...
Jan 24, 2022•53 min•Season 2Ep. 2
