Gary talks to Kris about the first song he ever wrote, his first solo album and why it took so long to release & his songwriting process. Kris performs three original songs during the conversation too.
Nov 19, 2021•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary talks to Jess about her introduction to the music that influenced her, who, as a songwriter influences her the most and how vocal training helped her get to the place she's at with her voice today. Jess performs three original songs during the conversation as well.
Nov 12, 2021•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Listen as Gary talks to Dave about how he came up with his professional name, Deadbrokedown; his style of music and what it's like for him when it comes to songwriting. Dave also performs three original songs during the conversation.
Nov 05, 2021•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Check out Gary's conversation with Lauren as they talk about how certain family members influenced her musically, her career choices, what songwriter influenced her the most and more. Lauren performs three original songs during their conversation as well!
Oct 29, 2021•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Listen as Gary talks to Nathan about his start in the music business; his musical influences, including some local songwriters; his favorite type of venue to play and more. Nathan performs three original songs too.
Oct 22, 2021•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary talks to Evan about his stage name, his style of music, his influences and more. And, Evan performs three original songs during the conversation.
Oct 15, 2021•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary talks with Amanda about her early musical influences, what it was like to be nominated for a San Diego Music Award, her songwriting and more. Amanda also performs three original songs during their conversation.
Oct 08, 2021•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary talks with Ron about his struggles with substance abuse, his work with his bands and motivation to release a solo project and his song inspired by the death of George Floyd. Ron performs three original songs as well.
Oct 01, 2021•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Listen as Gary talks to Ben about his move from Australia to the states, the journey to releasing his first album, writing songs with his wife and more. And, Ben performs three original songs during the conversation too.
Sep 24, 2021•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary talks with Haley about her musical influences, what it is that she likes about performing at weddings and where her creativity takes her aside from music. And, Haley performs three original songs too!
Sep 17, 2021•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary talks to Ellis about his decision to move to San Diego, the state of country music, the feeling he gets when writing songs and more. And, he performs three original songs!
Sep 10, 2021•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary talks with Michael about his long career as a singer/songwriter, his musical influences and much more. Michael performs three original songs during the conversation as well!
Sep 03, 2021•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Listen as Gary talks to Savannah about her early beginnings in music, her work with a very famous songwriter and writing about what's in her heart! Savannah also performs three original songs.
Aug 27, 2021•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Listen as Gary talks to Jerod and Malissa, of Dulaney & Company, about their music, their name, songwriting process and more. Jerod & Malissa also perform three original songs during the conversation.
Aug 20, 2021•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary talks with Suzanne about her experience singing with a very famous folk singer, her love for comedy and much more. Suzanne performs three original songs too, that you won't want to miss!
Aug 13, 2021•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary talks with Thea about the name Thea The Band, when and how she picked up the guitar, her musical influences and more. Thea also performs three original songs!
Aug 06, 2021•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary talks with Justin about the different bands he's played in, his songwriting process and much more. Justin also performs three original songs during the conversation.
Jul 30, 2021•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary talks with King Taylor Project, Sandi King and Josh Taylor, about when they started performing together, their songwriting and their sound. They perform three original songs too.
Jul 23, 2021•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary talks with Enter The Blue Sky about how they came up with their name and what it means, what it means to be nominated for a San Diego Music Award and more. Enter The Blue Sky also performs three original songs.
Jul 16, 2021•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Gary talks with Joe about his early years in music, his musical influences and his songwriting. Joe also performs three original songs!
Jul 09, 2021•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary talks with Dave about his style of music, his influences and working with Marty Stuart's band. Dave performs three original songs too.
Jun 11, 2021•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Erin explains what she means by Sad Folk Pop. Gary also talks with her about her early poetry writing years and her writing about the human condition. Erin also performs three original songs.
Jun 04, 2021•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Christopher talks with Gary about his musical influences, his songwriting and what it feels like to be nominated for a San Diego Music Award. He plays three original songs too.
May 28, 2021•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary talks with Josh about his move from New York to California, his association with MTV and recognition from NPR (National Public Radio). Josh performs three original songs as well.
May 22, 2021•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Heather Marie has been in several bands over the years, and once opened for Train, but her voice once she came to San Diego in 2003. Gary talks to Heather about her beginnings in the music business, writing songs, current projects and more. She performs three original songs as well.
Apr 29, 2021•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mark Montijo Mark talks with Gary about his return to music, being recognized for his songwriting and much more. Mark is accompanied by dobro player, Lenny Bole. The two of them perform three of Mark’s original songs.
Apr 19, 2021•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary and Jeff talk about his multi-talents, his songwriting process, his live stream concerts and more. And, he performs three original songs too.
Apr 19, 2021•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary chats with Carissa Lynn Renner and Josh Renner, from Rosa’s Cantina, about their musical influences, songwriting, Carissa’s choice of instrument and much more. They also perform three original songs.
Mar 30, 2021•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gary talks with Charles about how Songs For Shelter, a benefit concert for homeless youth, came about and what it and San Diego Youth Services are doing to help bring the youth homeless numbers down in San Diego. Songs For Shelter is the sponsor of Music Spotlight San Diego.
Mar 24, 2021•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ramona talks with Gary about her beginnings as a music artist, what life’s been like during the pandemic and work with her bluegrass band, Prairie Sky. Ramona also performs three original songs.
Mar 15, 2021•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast