FROM THE ARCHIVES: The Crane Wives 2016 Remaster
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In honor of the return of The Crane Wives last week, we decided to dig into the archives for our 2016 sit down with the band, backstage at The Livery in Benton Harbor. included song: The Hand That Feeds, Sleeping Giants (after interview) official websites: Instagram: TikTok: Facebook: YouTube: Theme music by Sound and production by Paul Klimson of
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The Crane Wives Return!
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Emilee Petersmark and Dan Rickabus of the Crane Wives return to Anywhere The Needle Drops! They bring us news of their upcoming tour, celebrating the recent release of their latest album, Beyond Beyond Beyond. Catch a track from the album and then dive into the discussion about the band’s evolution and the exploration of new sounds and risk-taking, thanks to their loyal fanbase. Also discussed: Emilee’s art, concept albums, and upcoming Michigan winter activities. included song: Time Will Change You official websites: Instagram: TikTok: Facebook: YouTube: Theme music by ...
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Reminisce.X Returns For AtND Live!
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Join us as Reminisce.X returns to give us an AtND Live! performance and to chat about working as a producer, scoring film, and local music. Instagram: Facebook: Soundcloud: Homegrown Hype (Facebook/Instagram): @ Theme music by Sound and production by Paul Klimson of
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Anna Louise Bramlett
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After making a random musical discovery during his journey to Ireland, Justin has been digging into the works of actor, director, writer, and singer/songwriter, Anna Louise Bramlett, particularly her 2023 album, I Promise I’m Happy. Anna Louise joins Justin to discuss her 2024 singles, the themes and experiences behind the 2023 album, and the balance between storytelling and autobiography in art. included song: If I Weren’t An Ocean official website: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: Theme music by Sound and production by Paul Klimson of As Discussed:
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HeyZeus AtND Live!
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HeyZeus returns to Anywhere The Needle Drops for a live session at Theory One Studios! official links: Instagram: Facebook: Design work: Homegrown Hype: South Bend Don’t Break: Theme music by Sound and production by Paul Klimson of
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Lune the Band
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Patrick, Brett, Nathaniel, AKA Lune the Band (or ltb, as the kids say) visit the Red Chuck Studio to chat about their upcoming new album (their 4th studio album and the 3rd in the Ship Series.) They dive into the evolution of Lune and the healing & connecting power of music, AKA the gospel in 4/4 time. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions about physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, including against children, as well as discussions of suicide. Please take care in listening. You are loved. I love you. Help is always available at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or...
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On The Lash
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We’re back! Justin returns from his Ireland adventures just in time to welcome On The Lash, a traditional Irish band based in Kalamazoo. John and Joel virtually join him in the Red Chuck Studio to discuss the resurgence and ongoing growth of traditional Irish culture, as well as the transition to working as a full time musician. included song: Dog In The Distance official website(s): Instagram: Facebook: YouTube: Theme music by Sound and production by Paul Klimson of
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Patty PerShayla & The Mayhaps
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Patty PerShayla & The Mayhaps are bringing the rock to the Red Chuck Studio. Patty, Lucas Powell, and Dave Hempstead join Justin to discuss their current tour and what’s in store for the future of the band. They attempt to identify next big music city, talk about what they’re playing in the tour car, and honor the magic of Bop It!. Catch their current tour, including plenty of Michigan shows: included song: official website(s): Instagram: Facebook: YouTube: Theme music by Sound and production by Paul Klimson of
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The Erly AtND Live!
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The Erly are back with us to do an AtND Live! The band performs in-studio, giving us a sneak peak at two new songs, and hangs out to discuss their upcoming "accidental" new album, Salem Nights. Pre-order now and get ready for the album release show coming up on ! included songs: 55 On The Other Side, Reading The Call official website: Instagram: Facebook: YouTube: Theme music by Sound and production by Paul Klimson of
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BEE! the Band
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Isaac Fisher and the two Evans (Judson & Krabill) of BEE! The Band, along with Spike the Cat, hang out in the Red Chuck Studio. We dig into who gets each letter in the band name, BEE! themed merchandise, as well as how their varied skills and backgrounds combine to create the fun and joy of their music. We also get a late visit by drummer Birch Baer by phone. included song: Dandelion Man official website(s): Instagram: Facebook: YouTube: TikTok: Theme music by Sound and production by Paul Klimson of
info_outlineJoin Justin in conversation with local musician, Matt Lenny, as they plunge immediately into a fascinating discussion about the evolution of a single song. Follow Matt as he wrestles with the electric guitar and, inspired by the classic Smokestack Lightnin', creates his own tune, Blacktop Highway.
Matt is making Blacktop Highway available in conjunction with this episode. You can find it on Bandcamp or Soundcloud.
official website(s):
Instagram: @mattlennymusic
Facebook: @mattlennymusic
YouTube: @mattlennymusic
Theme music by Hero Jr.
Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions