Devlin Miles, host of SLB Indie Trailer interviews indie Soulful Rock and self-described "Junkyard Folk" artist Kate Vargas, who is Kickstarting her 4th Album. We talk about her current campaign, songwriting, Sturgeon Bay, and Sailing Le Vagabond. Live performance at the end of the show from the Live From The Vault: Songwriter Sessions hosted in Brooklyn by Devlin and Carolann Solebello. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/katevargas/kate-vargas-beyond-wolfish Kate Vargas Official Website Devli...
Mar 10, 2020•55 min•Season 3Ep. 1
SLB Indie Trailer Host and Leader of Soulful Rock Band Sweet Little Bloodhound interviews One of NYs Top Casting Directors Judy Bowman about the business of casting and running her Creative Entreprenuer Businesss. She gives us tips on how to master the art of an audition.
Jun 15, 2016•51 min
Devlin Miles host of SLB Indie Trailer and Leader of the Soulful Rock band Sweet Little Bloodhound interviews one of New York's Top Casting Directors to find out the best tips for auditions, how to network, navigate the industry, the difference between casting Theater vs Film/TV, the job of casting mostly happens before the audition, finding the right people to audition and doing your research with a tip sheet from the director/producer. Referrals for your next job. Being accessible and availabl...
Jun 15, 2016•49 min
SLB plays their first house concert together and we find out what it takes to play a house concert, how to help the host, and how the moment of truth can really cause a fire, We have lunch in DC, discuss sex education, and share fun Icey Hot moments in the van with Buttahs. We crash a radio launch party and find out what it takes to start a community radio station. Includes Live tracks from SLB at Allan's house Circle In The Square- (songs included Sweet Little Bloodhound, The River, Sweet Dream...
May 11, 2016•46 min
Sweet Little Bloodhound's host Devlin Miles speaks with indie artist and Mpress Label executive Rachael Sage Part 2 of 2, she speaks of her record label Mpress Records and signing artists such as Seth Glier, Ks Choice, and A Fragile Tomorrow. http://www.mpressrecords.com Mpress records Featured Artists A Fragile Tomorrow http://afragiletomorrow.com Seth Glier http://sethglier.com Rachael Sage http://rachaelsage.com Ks Choice http://www.kschoice.be For more information about Sweet Little Bloodhou...
May 04, 2016•38 min
Indie Artist and Mpress Label executive Rachael Sage Part 1 of 2 speaks of her indie music and visual artistry career and how she has navigated her 20 year touring. Go for who you feel you should meet. Have "a little bit of a nerve" when trying to make connections for your music. Find where your music fits. Featured Artist Rachael Sage http://rachaelsage.com Mpress Record label http://www.mpressrecords.com On this episode: Brave Dancing - Rachael Sage Blue Roses - Rachael Sage Frost - Rachael Sa...
Apr 27, 2016•46 min
Part 1 of 2, Part 1 we accompany SLB on tour in the car as they discuss what is next for Sweet Little Bloodhound, how do they expect their sound to evolve, how do they approach songwriting, what artists they should cover, Janis Joplin or Bonnie Raitt, road stop bathrooms, and car 2 discusses what genres they would like to explore more. It's always a good time being a fly on the wall of the tour bus, car, van, or whatever they can track down to get this indie band to their next gig. Join SLB on t...
Apr 21, 2016•36 min
Part 1 of 2, Part 1 we accompany SLB on tour in the car as they discuss what is next for Sweet Little Bloodhound, how do they expect their sound to evolve, how do they approach songwriting, what artists they should cover, Janis Joplin or Bonnie Raitt, road stop bathrooms, and car 2 discusses what genres they would like to explore more. It's always a good time being a fly on the wall of the tour bus, car, van, or whatever they can track down to get this indie band to their next gig. Join SLB on t...
Apr 20, 2016•45 min
This is part 2 of 2 An interview with SLB Indie Trailer host, Devlin Miles with David Stoller and Andy Manganello of The Samurai Hotel, recording studio in Astoria, Queens, NY. We discuss the industry tools, vocal mics, vocal coaches, how important your headphone mix is, recording horn players and knowing where the sound comes from, large diaphragm mics versus ribbon mics, developing passive income as a musician, networking with other professionals, conferences AES. Music in this episode accordi...
Apr 13, 2016•50 min
Mixing versus mastering, preparing for recording, budgeting your recording project, the cost of a single, where to network, working with Bette Midler and Yo Yo Ma, lessons from the majors to the indies, the importance of your monitor mix while singing. Devlin Miles of Sweet Little Bloodhound interviews producer and engineer of The Samurai Hotel, Dave Stoller and Andy Manganello. We learn what drove Dave Stoller to build out this amazing recording studio in Astoria, Queens, and how Andy and Dave ...
Apr 13, 2016•45 min
Devlin Miles interviews the guitarist for her band Sweet Little Bloodhound, we hear his influences and how he got into music, he speaks about how to learn the guitar, knowing there is a difference between acoustic and electric teachers, find what genre/style of guitar that you want to learn. Ali Bishop Devlin Miles www.theSoundFrontier.com (End of April) For more information about: www.SweetLittleBloodhound.com To book email: SLB@SweetLittleBloodhound.com Music in this episode: in order of appea...
Apr 06, 2016•48 min
SLB Indie Trailer bonus episode with the SLB Ladies for Ladies Night In with host Devlin Miles, Shanelle Jenkins, Kim Nicholais, and Olivia Martinez. All the ruckus happenin in one week, concluding with the ladies joining the Grammys. SweetLittleBloodhound.com album available on iTunes @SLBloodhound Shanelle - trumpetgenius@hotmail.com @YoungBloodsJazzQuartet Olivia- @Oliviola Kim - @KimNick22 on Instagram @BrideNJoy on Twitter For more information about this podcast or the band email: SLB@Sweet...
Mar 31, 2016•31 min
SLB Indie Trailer host Devlin Miles interviews Shanelle Jenkins Trumpet player for Sweet Little Bloodhound. Shanelle speaks on following your dreams, her influences, knowing your niche, and timing your pitches according to your best months for work as a musician, getting out there and putting down your instrument to meet and mingle with others, you never know where your next gig will come from. SweetLittleBloodhound.com album available on iTunes @SLBloodhound Shanelle - trumpetgenius@hotmail.com...
Mar 30, 2016•46 min
In this episode, host Devlin Miles interviews Tony Espinoza, the keyboard, pianist, and vocalist of Sweet Little Bloodhound. The rookie of the band is about to pass his probation period and has become a permanent member. Find out what it takes to join an indie band, learn about what it takes to apply yourself as a musician, a day job versus your musical passions, how to turn your passion into a reality, understanding rejection and let it motivate you to keep going. Hobbies are for collecting sta...
Mar 17, 2016•45 min
In this episode of SLB Indie Trailer, host Devlin Miles, interviews SLB bass player, Charles Butterfield II, aka Buttahs. We learn when Buttahs started learning the bass, how he has navigated the Music Industry, and he offers some advice on how to approach learning music. Devlin and he also discuss the importance of performance and elevating your stage presence to enhance your talents.
Mar 09, 2016•48 min
This episode Sweet Little Bloodhound tours Atlanta, plays an award show, goes to Guitar Center, has a poolside rehearsal at the hotel, and rocks a local block party. A real glimpse of what it is like to tour as an indie band and how you navigate a tour on a budget. Take us with you as we laugh and learn together. Included in this episode Olivia Martinez Charles Butterfield II Kim Nicholais Devlin Miles Jibrail Nor Shanelle Jenkins Ali Bishop The Encore Band Services discussed and provided by: Gu...
Feb 16, 2016•53 min
In this episode the listener becomes the fly or spider on the wall of the tour van as Sweet Little Bloodhound passes 16 hours in a van together. Meet the band, their habits, and their passions. Olivia Martinez, Devlin Miles, Kim Nicholais, Charles Butterfield II, Jibrail Nor, Ali Bishop Music in this episode is actual music from Jibrail Nor's playlist. SLB assumes no copyright or infringement on other artists works, we happily refer to the artists as we thank all the artists for becoming part of...
Feb 09, 2016•48 min
In this episode Devlin Miles introduces us to Olivia Martinez about her influences, her classical training playing the violin and viola, what the difference is, and about her positive outlook on life. SweetLittleBloodhound.com iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/sweet-little-bloodhound/id918259337 BrandTimebomb.com Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/br-and-timebomb/id287866976 Twitter & Instagram @SLBloodhound @Oliviola...
Jan 27, 2016•26 min
In this episode we invite the listener to be a fly on the wall, literally as we travel in and out of conversations had with the band as Sweet Little Bloodhound journeyed to Heath Fair in Massachusetts. Buckle your seat belts and don't mind us as we laugh with you on the road or welcome us into your living room via our YouTube Channel and we will keep you company while you putter around the house. Let us know you are listening on Twitter or Instagram @SLBloodhound or www.Facebook.com/DevlinMilesF...
Jan 22, 2016•40 min
This episode host Devlin Miles speaks with Sweet Little Bloodhound drummer Jibrail Nor about their long standing friendship, songwriting, life on-the-road. His new role as SLB designated DJ, he will post new playlists on our Sweet Little Bloodhound YouTube Channel once a month. Check out his playlist for this month with all his favorite drummers. Tracks on this episode include bands that Jibrail plays with including 2 tracks that he co-wrote on the Sweet Little Bloodhound album. Also included BR...
Jan 15, 2016•35 min
Sweet Little Bloodhound sends out some predictions to the Universe for 2016. Looking forward to 2016! Happy New Year from SLB, thanks for following us @SLBloodhound on Twitter and Instagram and www.Facebook.com/DevlinMilesFans www.SweetLittleBloodhound.com
Jan 08, 2016•16 min
Devlin Miles introduces the band with the behind-the-scenes listen of their radio interview with WMSC 90.3FM DJ Joltin Joe. You will hear what they are up to, what they are about, where they are going, and their most recent news of being in consideration for a Grammy nomination. We are invited to the before and the after as they are actually stopped by the police. The action is live and real life and just the kinds of things that happen with this band hits the road together. This episode gives y...
Dec 02, 2015•45 min
Sweet Little Bloodhound member and host Devlin Miles drives the trailer to Broadway this week for a Broadway Debut, actor David Baida in "On Your Feet." The musical life story of Gloria and Emilio Estefan. We hear David's story of his 20 year journey in New York to Broadway. Devlin and David share their stories of how they met in college. David's beautiful voice can be heard on the SLB debut cd.
Nov 21, 2015•52 min
Sweet Little Bloodhound's Devlin Miles and Kim Nicholais wrap up their trip to Floyd Fest with highlights from Emmylou Harris & Rodney Crowell, The Black Lillies, Miss Tess & The Talkbacks. And vendor interviews with Molly at Kismet Yogawear and Michael of Guana from the Drum Circle. BlueGrass day www.SweetLittleBloodhound.com http://theblacklillies.com http://www.emmylouharris.com http://www.misstessmusic.com http://www.kizmetyogawear.com...
Nov 05, 2015•28 min
Sweet Little Bloodhound and host Devlin Miles travels to experience her first music fest to Floyd Fest, Virginia with co-host Kim Nicholais and good neighbor Bonnie Pierce, season 2 kicks off with episode 1 in the RV road trip, episode 2 is their first day at Floyd Fest with great artists like Nicky Bluhm and Brandi Carlile, episode 3 continues the fun as they walk about Floyd Fest interviewing the crowd on their experience at Floyd Fest, highlights are Dirty Bourbon Rivershow and Grace Potter b...
Nov 04, 2015•33 min
In this episode the Floyd Fest journey continues with host Devlin Miles and Kim Nicholais of Sweet Little Bloodhound. This season SLB has gassed up to take the trailer on the road and today we hear what is happening at Day 2 of Floyd Fest. Download the episode and take it with you as we hear what is happening in Floyd, Virginia. Brandi Carlile Floyd Fest Devlin Miles Sweet Little Bloodhound Nicky Bluhm and The Gramblers Amish Baking Company Crystal Bright and the Silver Hands Klean Kanteen...
Oct 21, 2015•47 min
Devlin Miles, host of SLB Indie Trailer and Singer/songwriter of Soulful Rock Band Sweet Little Bloodhound, and Kim Nicholais, Director of Photography and Manager, hit the road with neighbor and friend Bonnie on their first RV trip to Floyd Fest, VA to their first music fest, come along for the ride. Download and take us with you. Includes tracks from Sweet Little Bloodhound's debut album. Available on iTunes or Sweet Little Bloodhound album available on Amazon Listen now on Pandora SLB station:...
Oct 19, 2015•38 min
