Robyn Hitchcock - Looking Back and Scheduling the Future S6 E5
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Robyn Hitchcock stands as one of England’s most iconic and inventive songwriters, a trailblazer in the alternative rock movement who continues to captivate with his wit and creativity. In this episode of Inside the Outpost, Robyn delves into his songwriting, his acclaimed memoir, and his exploration of the groundbreaking music and culture of 1967. Prepare for a characteristically wide-ranging conversation that spans from sneezes and orgasms to the nature of evil. Plus, don’t miss an exclusive live performance of the rarely-heard gem, “One Day (It’s Been Scheduled).”
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Lúnasa - Bringing Heart and Soul to the Holidays - S6 E4
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Dubbed ‘the hottest Irish acoustic band on the planet’ by the Irish Echo, Lúnasa effortlessly weaves traditional melodies with modern energy, creating a sound that moves both hearts and feet. In this episode, we chat with the band's Kevin Crawford ahead of their upcoming at Outpost in the Burbs. Kevin gives us a glimpse into Lúnasa’s broad appeal to roots music lovers of all kinds. Plus, don’t miss an exclusive unreleased recording of ‘A Kerry Christmas,’ featuring the soulful vocals of Dave Curley, who’ll join the band for the show. A must-listen for music fans of every...
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Pat Byrne - A Musical Journey from Ireland to Texas (and New Jersey!) - S6 E3
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Irish singer-songwriter Pat Byrne has followed his musical journey from the green hills of Ireland to the hill country of Texas, evolving from a wedding singer to a celebrated artist crafting songs all his own. During his visit to the Outpost in October in support of Dar Williams, we had the chance to chat about his incredible path and the stories behind his music. This episode features an exclusive live recording of 'Mam's Song,' a new song also featured on Pat's upcoming live EP, plus a sneak peek at his surprising New Jersey connections!
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Jill Sobule - a Trailblazing Performer Moves onto New Stages - S6 E2
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** Note Explicit Language in this Episode ** The Outpost hosted a great intimate performance with singer-songwriter Jill Sobule at the end of the Spring 2024 season at the stunning Van Vleck House and Gardens in Montclair. Known for her groundbreaking Top 20 hit, 'I Kissed a Girl'—the first openly queer-themed song to chart on Billboard—Jill shares stories from her career and delves into her latest creative adventure: Fck 7th Grade*, a bold, witty musical exploring adolescence and identity. This episode also includes an exclusive live performance of her reflective track, 'Strawberry...
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Robbie Fulks & Bill Kirchen: Roots Music Masters, Onstage and Off – S6 E1
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We had the pleasure of sitting down with two legendary roots musicians, Robbie Fulks and Bill Kirchen, ahead of their electrifying joint performance at Outpost in the Burbs in April 2024. Robbie, a celebrated indie-country songwriter, and Bill, the iconic guitarist known for his work with Commander Cody and as a standout solo performer, share captivating stories from their storied careers. This episode also features exclusive live recordings from the concert, including Robbie’s heartfelt ‘That’s Where I’m From’ and Bill’s rollicking ‘Semi Truck.’ Join us for an unforgettable...
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Nefesh Mountain - Local Bluegrass Collective Building a Buzz: S5 E8
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Montclair's own Nefesh Mountain are one of the most acclaimed new artists in the progresive bluegrass scene over the last few years - with a sound that weaves a beautiful diverse tapestry from a range of American roots music styles, from traditional bluegrass to Americana to beautiful folk. The band's Jewish heritage is just one part of that sound, with "Nefesh" being the Hebrew word for 'soul.' which shines through in their music. They've collaborated with master musicians including Sam Bush and Jerry Douglas, and will bring their incredible sound and musicianship to Outpost in the Burbs on...
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Mary Gauthier - The Power of Songwriting and Storytelling: S5 E7
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Acclaimed songwriter Mary Gauthier returns to Outpost in the Burbs on March 28th, along with Jaimee Harris. We spoke with Mary about the incredible work she's done through eleven albums, a lifetime of touring and songwriting, and her recent book Saved by a Song: The Art and Healing Power of Songwriting. Mary’s approach leads with the heart - her empathy and compassion for her subjects shine through on songs like “Mercy Now” which we hear in the episode, and will likely hear at the concert as well.
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Foy Vance - Taking the Journey with an Open Heart - interview and concert: S5 E6
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Irish singer-songwriter Foy Vance brought his Regarding the Joy of Nothing tour to Outpost in the Burbs in February 2024 for an incredible sold-out show. He discussed his history and how his music has helped him navigate the world - the journey that has brought him from Northern Ireland through the Southern US to collaborations with artists including Ed Sheeran and Elton John. Episode includes an exclusive live recording of Foy's incredible song 'At Least My Heart Was Open.'
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Matt Butler & Mike Montali - Two performers presenting their own stories S5E5
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February 23rd we'll present GROWIN' UP: AN EVENING OF TWO MUSICAL ONE-ACT MEMOIRS featuring New York singer-songwriters Matt Butler and Mike Montali (Fantastic Cat / Hollis Brown). Matt's performance RECKLESS SON tells the incredible story of his performances for the incarcerated; Mike's BALLAD OF A BORO KID is the story of his growing up in Queens. Both perforrmers are master storytellers and we spoke with them about the shows and their experiences, as well as musical influences including Bruce Springsteen and John Craigie.
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Ted Leo - Previews a homecoming show and live song: S5 E4
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We had a great wide-ranging chat with New Jersey native Ted Leo before his show at the Outpost in early December - the topics included Ted's coming up as a Bloomfield punk rocker, his albums and podcast with Aimee Mann, and his long history as a fiery singer-songwriter with Chisel, Ted Leo and the Pharmacists, and solo. All that plus the glorious history of punk/folk crossovers, the Pogues, and more! This episode features an exclusive recording of 'Under the Hedge,' originally on his album The Tyranny of Distance, from the concert.
info_outlineWe kick off our fourth season with an amazing show from guitarist / songwriter and recent Grammy winner Alex Cuba. A native of Cuba, Alex took his country's name on moving to Canada, where he's been over 20 years pursuing his own musical muse. His songs and playing are sublime and gorgeous, and his recent show at Outpost in the Burbs was recorded in the equally beautiful setting Van Vleck Gardens in Montclair.