Ep 569 Jake Rudh (25th Anniversary of Transmission)
Brian Oake Show
Jake Rudh brought the heat today. Three great song pulls, we're not surprised. This Saturday at the 1st Ave Mainroom, he'll be celebrating 25 years of Transmission. We had a great discussion about music, his process and his passion. We love Jake and can't wait to celebrate with him on Saturday.
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Ep 568 Michael Anschel
Brian Oake Show
Michael Anschel , principal of show sponsor OA Design Build Architecture, joins us to talk remodeling, community and the importance of exploring and recognizing our place in a wider world. Always a great conversation. Enjoy!
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Ep 567 Mother Banjo (AKA Ellen Stanley)
Brian Oake Show
Mother Banjo is back! Ellen Stanley stops by to talk about her gig with Beth Bombora at the Hook this Sunday AND a huge fundraising livestream next week featuring the likes of Chris Koza and Dar Williams! Enjoy!
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Ep 566 Katy Vernon (Favourite Girl Album Release)
Brian Oake Show
One of our 'favourite girls', Katy Vernon, returns to talk about her latest band's debut release, the big release party this Friday at The Parkway, and the importance of resiliency and staying positive in the face of all the darkness. Pro-Women, Pro-music and Pro-making the most of being alive, Katy is always a wonderful guest. Enjoy!!
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Ep 565 jeremy messersmith
Brian Oake Show
Finally! After years of trying, we actually got jeremy messersmith into the cozy confines of the SmartStartMN studio. He has a brand new full-length album, Fox/Coyote, coming out tomorrow, April 1st. We talk all about the new album, his love of house concerts, and his somewhat dubious tenure as a temp at a nuclear waste storage facility. No joke. He also brought along his guitar to serenade us LIVE with the world premiere of a brand new song! This one was worth the wait. Enjoy!
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Ep 564 Peter Jesperson (2nd Visit)
Brian Oake Show
We could talk to Peter Jesperson for hours! We covered a ton in sixty-two short minutes: Today we talked about the epic Suicide Commando's final show, the Slim Dunlap 44 song new release "Every Little Word", the Let It Be double album, we heard three great song picks, and so much more. Enjoy this show!
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Ep 563 Fancy Ray McCloney!
Brian Oake Show
You got that right! It's the return of the Best Lookin' Man in Comedy, Fancy Ray! The mayors of both Twin Cities have declared this Saturday, March 28th Fancy Ray Day! Come celebrate with a huge comedy showcase at the Spring Street Tavern this weekend! If you need a little love, light, and life right about now, this episode has got exactly what you need! Enjoy!!
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Ep 562 Flutes & Low
Brian Oake Show
This time, we are joined by Cambria and Ben of Duluth band Flutes & Low. They have a lush new album called 'Lay Fallow', and a big album release celebration in NE on April 1st. Here we get to meet the young duo and find out just where this dreamy, evocative music comes from. Enjoy!
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Ep 561 Sue Scott -Island Of Discarded Women
Brian Oake Show
The legendary Sue Scott (A Prairie Home Companion, etc.) joins us to share the details on her incredible live show/podcast, The Island Of Discarded Women. It's all about the music, stories, and voices of women doing amazing things for our community. The upcoming show on April 1st at Crooner's promises to be full of song, laughter, and hope. Enjoy!
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Ep 560 John Cosgrove St. Patrick's Day edition
Brian Oake Show
Happy St. Patrick's Day!! Once again, we are joined by our favorite Irishman, John Cosgrove. Affable, knowledgeable, and he always picks out the best Irish music to play. Join us for our annual look at what it means to be Irish in the modern era. Slainte!
info_outlineThis time, we are joined by 2/3 of Heartland Souvenirs, an incredible MN music collaboration featuring nuanced playing and gorgeous vocal harmonies. They have an intimate gig coming up this Saturday at the 318 in Excelsior. Listen, learn and enjoy! Cheers!