Episode Notes My guest this week is Luke Morris. Luke plays in the band Shadowgrass and also plays in a band called Highland Reverie and they have a new album coming out on Sept. 29th. Shadowgrass is currently on the road and you can find out more and also follow them on all the social medias here! For more information about Highland Reverie and to follow them on the socials, click here! And to follow Luke’s instagram…go HERE! As Always a HUGE thank you to all of my sponsor’s that make this podc...
Sep 15, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Episode Notes My guest this week is Jacob Sharp from the band Mipso. Mipso has a great new album available now called “Book of Fools” and they are gearing up to hit the road to promote the new album. We talk about that, the music industry, the cool ways he’s gotten mandolins and more! Follow Mipso here and follow along with Jacob here! Jacob’s First Mandolin Video As Always a HUGE thank you to all of my sponsor’s that make this podcast possible each week! Enter for free tickets to go to the Blue...
Sep 08, 2023•1 hr
Episode Notes My guest this week is Daniel Ullom. While he specializes in bluegrass and old time…that’s not all he does. He’s originally from Washington, moved to Asheville, back to Washington and now he’s back east and currently playing shows with Jake Eddy. He recently put out a great album called the “ Swannanoa Sessions ” and you can keep up with him at his Website and Instagram . As Always a HUGE thank you to all of my sponsor’s that make this podcast possible each week! Enter for free tick...
Sep 01, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Episode Notes My guest this week is Harry Clark. Harry’s band East Nash Grass has a brand new album called “Last Chance to Win” available today! Head over to the East Nash Grass website to find all their links, merch and tour schedule! As Always a HUGE thank you to all of my sponsor’s that make this podcast possible each week! Mandolin Cafe Acoustic Disc Peghead Nation Northfiled Mandolins Ellis Mandolins Pava Mandolins Tone Slabs Siminoff Books and Strings Elderly Instruments Stringjoy Strings ...
Aug 18, 2023•58 min
Episode Notes My guest this week is Pete Martin. Pete Martin is a Seattle based mandolin and fiddle player. He is a former National Adult Fiddle Champion and has placed in the top 5 at the Winfield Mandolin Contest. He was a columnist for Mandolin Magazine and has authored 13 instructional books on mandolin and fiddle playing and many YouTube videos. Pete has been a full time private lesson teacher in Seattle for over 40 years and gives lessons online all over the world. Pete’s website is filled...
Aug 11, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Episode Notes My guest this week on the podcast if Forrest O’Connor. Nashville-born singer-songwriter, guitarist, and mandolinist Forrest O’Connor earned national recognition as one of the lead vocalists and instrumentalists in the O’Connor Band, a group he co-founded with his wife, Kate, and his father, seven-time CMA Award-winning violinist Mark O’Connor. Forrest wrote several songs, including the title track, for the O’Connor Band’s debut album Coming Home, which debuted at #1 on Billboard’s ...
Aug 04, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Episode Notes My guest this week is the extremely talented Jake Eddy! His INSTAGRAM account is a must follow if you love acoustic music! Jake Eddy is a bluegrass guitarist born and raised in Parkersburg, West Virginia. He began his music career and lifelong addiction to the road by playing banjo professionally at the age of fourteen with bluegrass-legend Melvin Goins. His guitar playing, which is primarily influenced by bluegrass and jazz, is showcased on his debut album of fiddle tunes, entitle...
Jul 28, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Episode Notes KICKSTARTER HERE!!!! My guest this week is Callum Morton. Callum Morton is an up-and-coming acoustic instrumentalist with a drive to collaborate with some of the world's finest Americana musicians. Drawing inspiration from his studies at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and at East Tennessee State University, Callum has crafted a delightful showcase of original compositions for acoustic string-band ensembles. Callum is joined by a superlative roster of acoustic specialists; each...
Jul 21, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Episode Notes My guest on the podcast this week is Danny Roberts. You may know Danny from a few different places! He’s a 7 time SPBGMA Mandolin Player of the Year. He’s a founding member of The Grascals. He worked for Gibson mandolins for years and is currently one of the top set up people in the Nashville area! Keep up with Danny at his website and his Facebook! Song clips featured on the is episode” “Small Town Amrerica” by Danny Roberts (TBA) I’ll be a Rock by New Tradition (Cradle, Cross, Cr...
Jul 14, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Episode Notes My guest on this bonus episode is Wyatt Ellis. Wyatt has a brand new single available today on all the streaming (and purchasing) platforms! The song features Sierra Hull and there will be a video dropping on Weds! You can follow along with Wyatt here: Website Instagram Facebook Youtube Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! New Shirts on the website!!! As Always…..thank you to my sponsors! Peghead Nation Northfield Mandolins Ear Trumpet Labs Pava Mandolins Elli...
Jul 07, 2023•10 min
Episode Notes My guests this week are Noah Fishman and Baron Collins-Hill. Baron was on episode #37 of the podcast but it was Noah’s first time on. This episode was a blast! They had mandolins in hand and talked about their process playing as a duo and it was extremely enlightening. Both players are accomplished in their own rights, and you should check them both out. To keep up with Noah head on over to his website HERE and to keep up with Baron head on over to his website HERE! Also, Noah’s fa...
Jun 30, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Episode Notes My guest this week is Phil Barker from Town Mountain. Town Mountain is one of the hardest working bands in the business. Their newest album is called Lines in the Levee and they just got back from playing the main stage at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival. They are a great live band and Phil is not only a great player but a really nice guy! Head over to their website to check out tour dates and to buy some merch! Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page Songs clips...
Jun 23, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! My guest this week is Brittany Haas. Brittany has a brand new album out with here sister Natalie called…. Haas (available here) and she is also now the newest member of the Punch Brothers! Keep up with Brittany at her website and go and follow her on the Instagram! Songs clips featured on this episode: Harvelandsvalsen/Potatis Valsen by Haas (Haas) Duck River by Brittany Haas (Dry and Dusty) Cold Mountains by Crooked Still ...
Jun 09, 2023•58 min
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! My guest this week on the podcast is Bryce Rabideau. Bryce plays in the band Buffalo Rose and has just released his first solo album entitled Meanwhile which you can buy today on BANDCAMP!! Follow Bryce at his website HERE and follow Buffalo Rose at their website HERE! Songs clips featured on this episode: Interloper by Bryce Rabideau (Meanwhile) Cabin Fever by Buffalo Rose (again, again, again) Where Do We Stand by Bryce R...
Jun 02, 2023•59 min
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! My guest on this week’s episode is Will Kimble. Will is a Cincinnati based luthier who builds some incredible mandolins! Many players that have been on this podcast including Mike Guggino, Josh Rilko, Jim Richter and Dylan McCarthy speak very highly of not only their mandolins but of Will himself! I think you’ll understand why after listening to this episode. If you’d like to contact will, you can do so via his WEBSITE HERE...
May 26, 2023•1 hr
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! My guest on the podcast this week is Jim Richter. Jim is a great player and instructor, his camp, The Richter Mandolin camp is heading into its 12th year this year, and he also teaches virtually and at camps around the country. For more info on Jim, head over to his website HERE! Song samples featured on this episode: Blues for Gary Primich by Jim Richter (In-Tuition: Blues) Hit Em Up Style by Carolina Chocolate Drops (Genu...
May 19, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! My guest on the podcast this week is Drew Emmitt. Drew is one of the founding members of the Jam Grass Pioneers, Leftover Salmon. Leftover Salmon has a brand new album called Grass Roots coming out on May 19th via Compass Records. You can keep up with Drew and the rest of LOS at their website! New Shirts on the website!!! As Always…..thank you to my sponsors! Peghead Nation Northfield Mandolins Pava Mandolins Ellis Mandolin...
Apr 28, 2023•43 min
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! My guest on the podcast this week is Ethan Bush from the band Arkansauce. They have a brand new album that is available everywhere you get music today! Ethan took time to talk about songwriting, practicing, the studio, touring and more..so thanks to Ethan and thanks to everyone that continues to listen to this podcast! You can keep up with Arkansauce at their website , their Instagram and their Facebook ! Tracks featured on...
Apr 21, 2023•53 min
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! My guest this week on the podcast is Ben Krakauer. Ben is a banjo player who has a brand new album out called “Hidden Animals” He also used to play with a great band called Old School Freight Train who recorded and album with and toured as the backing band for David Grisman. Great stuff on this episode! Go check out Ben’s website HERE! Tracks featured on this episode: Mom and Dad’s 51st by Ben Krakauer (Hidden Animals) Hidd...
Apr 12, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! This week I welcome back Ethan Setiwan to the podcast. Ethan has just released his fantastic new album “Gambit” The songwriting and playing on this album are incredible. The fact that Ethan is only 25 makes me excited to see what the future releases will bring! Fortunately Gambit has plenty of great music to get us through to future releases! Go get yourself a copy of the album and book here! All songs featured during the e...
Apr 05, 2023•46 min
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! It’s always a great day when I get to talk to Andrew Marlin! Andrew is back this week to talk about the new Mighty Poplar album…available now! We also talk about the American Acoustic tour, a new practice technique and what he’s been listening to! Be sure to follow Andrew and his band Watchhouse and go and catch some live shows! Cheers! New Shirts on the website!!! As Always…..thank you to my sponsors! Peghead Nation Northf...
Mar 31, 2023•41 min
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! My guest this week is Chris “Critter” Eldridge. You may know Chris as the guitar player of the Punch Brothers, or maybe from The Infamous Stringdusters, or maybe even from The Seldom Scene! Now Chris is part of another incredible collection of musicians called “Mighty Poplar” Their new album will be available everywhere on March 31st and if you follow the link, you can check out all the tunes that are out there on the web! ...
Mar 24, 2023•1 hr 11 min
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! This week I welcome back Jarrod Walker to the show! Things have definitely changed since we last spoke! All for the good! Keep up with Jarrod at his Instagram and keep up with all things Billy Strings here! New Shirts on the website!!! As Always…..thank you to my sponsors! Peghead Nation Northfield Mandolins Pava Mandolins Ellis Mandolins Siminoff Books Straight Up Strings Elderly Instruments Grace Design Tone Slabs...
Mar 17, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! This week on the podcast my guest is Elisa Meyer Ferreira from the group Choro Das 3. Elisa and her sisters are incredible musicians and they will be heading to the United States for quite a long tour this year! To keep up with the band be sure to go to their website HERE . To follow Elisa on Instagram head to this link HERE ! Song clips from the episode: “Festa no Chiquero” by Choro Das 3 (Impressoes) “Forro de um Baixo So...
Mar 10, 2023•1 hr 16 min
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! This week on the podcast I welcome back Grant Gordy. Grant has a brand new album available today (March 3rd) called Peripheral Visions. The best place to purchase it is BANDCAMP and the best place to keep up with Grant is his WEBSITE! All song clips from this episode are from Grant’s new album! New Shirts on the website!!! As Always…..thank you to my sponsors! Peghead Nation Northfield Mandolins Pava Mandolins Ellis Mandoli...
Mar 03, 2023•58 min
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! My guest this week on the podcast is the incredible Radim Zenkl. I’ve been a fan of Radim pretty much since I picked up a mandolin, so this was an exciting moment for me to be able to speak with him. LInks of interest! www.zenklkozak.com facebook.com/zenklkozak instagram.com/zenklkozak https://open.spotify.com/artist/3JxLiixgtRv8Y5o93p35yg Radim & Ondra - Advent Concert (Czech Republic) Goldberg Variation #1 (J.S. Bach)...
Feb 27, 2023•1 hr
Episode Notes Full episode should be ready to go on Monday! Sorry for delay!
Feb 24, 2023•12 min
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! My guest this week is Petri Hakala. Petri is an extremely accomplished Finnish mandolin player as well as a scholar and luthier. He doesn’t have a website at the moment but you can buy his music on Bandcamp! Petri has also supplied me with a great list of links with videos, albums he’s done and some of his European mandolin influences which at my website. Songs featured in this Episode: “Karlssonin” valssit by Petri Hakala ...
Feb 18, 2023•57 min
Episode Notes Here is an example for the bonus podcasts I'll be posting to my Patreon page each month. Head on over to Patreon now if you'd like to join up!
Feb 13, 2023•17 min
Episode Notes Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at my Patreon page! This week on the podcast I welcome back Ashby Frank. Ashby has a brand new album out today! You can grab a copy and keep up with Ashby (and all of the projects that he is part of) HERE!! Welcome to my brand new sponsor Tone Slabs! Go to their website and check out all the different shapes and options they offer! Great stuff!! Here is a link to the Isaac Eicher / Jason Anick Zoom event! New Shirts on the website!!! All the s...
Feb 10, 2023•56 min