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A transcendental podcast discussing life and art from recovery to discovery

28/02/2022

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Nicole Atkins - If Dice Could Kill

In Episode 1 (Season 2) I speak with singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, illustrator, and actress, Nicole Atkins. We discuss her pandemic release Italian Ice, and Sinatra-esque reimagining release Memphis Ice. We discuss Nicole’s youth, her family in Neptune City, New Jersey, and her path to now. We commiserate on the acceptance of obsolete technologies and changing vernacular, and our journeys in relapse and navigating sobriety. In this week’s wrap-up, Crystal and I talk a tiny about listening to Traffic…the band, Pocket Rocker’s, Belinda Carlisle vs. Brandi Carlisle, and we go deep on Nicole’s advice to “relax your b******e.” Please enjoy the kick-off to Season 2 and set your reminders. Episode Links: Nicole's Website Nicole Patreon - Natkins Funhouse Nicole's Music - Spotify Nicole's Instagram Live from Banjo Website Live from Banjo Instagram

1hr 41min
31/08/2021

Episode 34 - Jeffrey Martin - Story About A Coal Fire

In Episode 34, I speak with singer, songwriter, and guitarist Jeffrey Martin. We discuss his most recent single, “I Know What I Know,” Life as a PK in Eugene, Oregon. Jeffrey’s songwriting, the beat writer’s place in history, “Billy Burroughs,” I fanboy out a little too much on the majesty of Jeffrey’s song Coal Fire, and we discuss the value of a bit of self-reflection. In this week’s wrap-up, Crystal and I talk a tiny about John Prine, a whole hell of a lot about William Burroughs, and a little history of the Beat Generation. Please enjoy my conversation with the incredibly talented singer and songwriter Jeffrey Martin. SHOW LINKS: Jeffrey's Shows (Tour Dates)Jeffrey's Web PageJeffrey's InstagramLive from Banjo Patreon PageLive from Banjo Spotify PlaylistLive from Banjo InstagramLive from Banjo Website

1hr 28min
18/08/2021

Episode 33 - Jason Pipkin - When The Dust Settles

In Episode 33, I speak with the singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Jason Pipkin, known as The Lone Bellow's keys and bass player, but has also produced one of the bands EPs and spent some time as the band's banjo player. Jason is also married to and has a child with Kanene Pipkin, the lead female vocalist in the Lone Bellow. We discuss Jason's journey into the life of a professional musician, his time in the church, and where he sees himself in music after the world's shift.Crystal and I discuss glossolalia, laughter pandemics, School of Rock, and douchebags in this week's wrap-up. Please enjoy Jason's conversation about life, love, and music.

1hr 34min
10/08/2021

Episode 32 - Evan Westfall - A CAAMP Tale

In Episode 32, I speak with the multi-instrumentalist and Columbus, Ohio native Evan Westfall, known for and wide as the banjo player and co-founder of the folk powerhouse CAAMP. Evan and I chat about playing for humans, young and new love, his straightforward path to being a professional musician, and the brotherhood that keeps CAAMP heading in a storied trajectory. In this week's wrap-up, Crystal and I discuss the history of The Newport Folk Festival, Albert Grossman and Coen Brother's movies, T Bone Burnett and Marcus Mumford. Please enjoy Evan, and I's conversation discussing some of the critical factors that have gotten Ev to now. Caamp website Camp Instagram Caamp Spotify El Camino Acid Spotify Super Sport Records website Live from Banjo Podcast website Live from Banjo Podcast Patreon Live from Banjo Instagram

1hr 6min
03/08/2021

Episode 31 - Noah Engh - Uke In A Suit

In Episode 31, I talk with roots musician Noah Engh known for his distinct singing and ragtime and blues guitar and ukulele. We discuss both Noah’s and Uke’s journies in music; we reminisce about our time in Hollywood and discuss a portion of blues and roots music history. We also walk back through the pandemic and how Uke In A Suit came to exist, record a full-length album, and the pains of social media. Banjo, CO, also gets blessed with a live performance from “Uke In A Suit,” performing Blind Blake’s Too Time Blues. In this week’s wrap-up, Crystal and I discuss Hollywood decapitations, hot dogs, the Iowa State Fair, the difference between a square and gerrymandering. Now please enjoy as Noah and I “come correct” in our entertaining conversation. Noah Engh's Bandcamp Uke in A Suit's Bandcamp Uke in A Suit's Instagram Noah Engh's Instagram Kansas City Bankroll webpage Live from Banjo Podcast Patreon Live from Banjo Podcast Instagram Live from Banjo Podcast Webpage

1hr 10min
27/07/2021

Episode 30 - Anna Tivel - The Answer

In Episode 30, I have a very open and vulnerable conversation with the incredibly talented singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Ana Tivel. We discuss Ana’s new album, “Blue World,” her life-long interest in observation, violin, the sea, touring with The Shook Twins, songwriting, relationships, dealing with the pandemic, and dealing with life back in the real world, mental health, live music and more. In this week’s wrap-up, Crystal and I discuss Nina Simone, idolize vs. idealize, ReverbNation vs. Bandcamp vs. Soundcloud vs. Myspace. Please enjoy my open and sincere conversation with Ms. Anna Tivel. Anna's WebsiteAnna's SpotifyLive from Banjo PatreonLive from Banjo Website

1hr 5min
20/07/2021

Episode 29 - Joe Troop - This Machine

In Episode 29, Joe Troop and I sit down to discuss Joe's new album, Borrowed Time, co-produced with Jason Richmond (Avett Brothers, Branford Marsalis) We discuss working with legends Bela Fleck, Abigail Washburn, Tim O'Brien, and Charlie Hunter, and ow his life working with along side activists changed his viewpoint and inspired his songwriting. We deep dive on "Rise of Dream Caldwell" and the Alamance Justice Choir. We talk about his work at the border, the border wall's symbolism to the world, and the tragic story of those trying to flee to America for a better life. Joe and I also discuss his changed life as result of the pandemic, moving forward after COVID-19 and Che Apalache, his multiple documentaries in the works, Pickin' for Progress, the state of the country, and cussin'. In this Episodes "Wrap-up," Crystal and I discuss the Delta Variant, Dreama Caldwell, rage painting pixies, Woody Guthrie, the history of US school shootings, and our own histories with "cussin." Please enjoy my conversation with the inspirational and always unpredictable Mr. Joe Troop.

1hr 23min
13/07/2021

Episode 28 - Lauren Morrow - Waiting In The Wings

In episode 28, Marcus talks with Singer, Songwriter and Guitarist Lauren Morrow. They discuss her upcoming solo debut LP, her and her husband Jason’s transition from Atlanta and The Whiskey Gentry, songwriting in Nashville, growing up as the child of an addict, writing with Sadler Vaden, alcohol vs. marijuana, micro-dosing, and aliens. In the wrap-up, Crystal and Marcus discuss being too PC, Gonzo Journalism, The Streets, the major scale and the psychedelics. Lauren Morrow WebpageLauren Morrow InstagramLauren Morrow FacebookLauren Morrow YouTubeLive from Banjo Podcast InstagramLive from Banjo Patreon Page

1hr 19min

A transcendental podcast discussing life and art from recovery to discovery

Creator

Marcus Gillis
Years Active

2021 - 2022
Episodes

35
Rating

Explicit
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