Acoustic Alternatives

John Bommarito
  • 5.0 (17)
  • Performing Arts
  • Updated Biweekly

Acoustic performances and interviews with musicians from the Michigan music scene and beyond.

  1. 20h ago

    Acoustic Alternatives with John Richard Paul and John Bommarito

    The main reason for the podcast is music discovery for you, my listener. When I hear someone I think needs a larger audience I make it a point to get them on the podcast and to your ears. It took about 3 years from the first time I heard his voice for me to get it to your ears, but I think you'll find it worth the wait. Songs written by John Richard Paul: Untitled New Song In Return Existentialist Blues There and Back Again More about John at :https://johnrichardpaul.com/home More about Acoustic Alternatives: https://johnmbommarito.wixsite.com/johnbommarito/acoustic-alternatives More about Grove Studios: https://grovestudios.space/

    57 min

  2. May 20

    Acoustic Alternatives with Sammie Hershock and John Bommarito

    Marshall, MI's Sammie Hershock is off to good start in her young recording career. Already an award winner and already lucky enough to work with some of Michigan's finest fellow musicians, Sammie is putting out her second full length record in the fall of 2026. Acoustic Alternatives was lucky enough to get a preview of 4 of the songs to be included on this next record. We also might have learned a secret about the CD release party. Songs written by Sammie Hershock: Graveyard Trees Sensitivity Gold Star Dragon Song Find Sammie on the web: https://www.sammiehershock.com/ Find 100+ other visits on Acoustic Alternatives here: https://johnmbommarito.wixsite.com/johnbommarito/acoustic-alternatives Grove Studios is the only way it happens. Check them out: https://grovestudios.space/

    57 min

  3. May 3

    Acoustic Alternatives with Cabaret Boreale and John Bommarito

    Come on a journey with me to another era and another place. Cabaret Boreale aren't from these times, though the band's members, Katie Lynne, Don Reinholm, Phil LaDouceur and Andrew Brown certainly are. Katie, Don and Phil formed this ensemble around the time Andrew Brown was earning acknowledgment for his project Djangophonique (another act that leans heavily into another era). If you're just listening to Cabaret Boreale, you'll have to rely on theater of the mind. If you're watching it, you are treated to a show (you'll have to get your own dinner to go with it). So. Much. Fun. Songs performed: Alabama Song (Whiskey Bar) (written by Weill/Brecht) Mack The Knife (written by Weill/Brecht) Rouse The Men (Friedrich Hollaender) I'm Not Your Dog (written by Cabaret Boreale) Find out more about Cabaret Boreale: https://cabaretboreale.com/ Follow all things Acoustic Alternatives: https://johnmbommarito.wixsite.com/johnbommarito/acoustic-alternatives Eternal gratitude to Grove Studios. Book your studio space: https://grovestudios.space/

    1h 6m

  4. Apr 28

    Acoustic Alternatives with Dave & Kristi and John Bommarito (2026)

    Dave Boutette and Kristi Lynn Davis, now known as Dave & Kristi, make a return visit to the podcast WITHOUT MASKS more than 5 1/2 years since their last visit. Songs from their newest album The Chickadees performed this time. Songs written by Dave Boutette with help from Kristi Davis All Are Welcome Here Soapbox Soliloquy Outlaw Polka You Chase Too Many Things. More about Dave & Kristi: https://www.daveboutette.net/daveandkristi/ More about Acoustic Alternatives: https://johnmbommarito.wixsite.com/johnbommarito/acoustic-alternatives Book Grove Studios for your musical needs: https://grovestudios.space/

    1h 3m

  5. Apr 17

    Acoustic Alternatives with John Gorka and John Bommarito

    He released his first album back in 1987, was signed to Windham Hill family of labels for a handful of releases, but has put out the bulk of his recordings on the great label Red House Records. People who have been guests on his releases include Shawn Colvin, Nanci Griffith, Ani DiFranco, Lucy Kaplansky, Eliza Gilkyson, Jonatha Brooke, Antje Duvekot, Claudia Schmidt, David Wilcox, Cliff Eberhardt, Michael Johnson, Alice Peacock, Patty Larkin, Susan Werner, and The Turtle Island String Quartet...just to name a few. His voice is a beautiful, soothing instrument and his songs range from heart wrenching to funny to things you need to hear. My guest this episode is the wonderful John Gorka. Songs written by John Gorka Hold On I'm From New Jersey Good Noise Particle and Wave More about John Gorka: https://www.johngorka.com/ More about Acoustic Alternatives: https://johnmbommarito.wixsite.com/johnbommarito/acoustic-alternatives Book Grove Studios for your musical needs: https://grovestudios.space/

    56 min

  6. Apr 14

    Acoustic Alternatives with Ryan Racine and John Bommarito

    Northville, MI's Ryan Racine has 30 years of playing in bands behind him and all the skills to get the attention of fans of Alt Country/Americana ahead of him. When I hear his new record, Valhalla Afternoon, and think about how I felt about 2018's Outsider's Heart when it came out, I realize I just don't know what someone has to do to get the attention of the masses. You can be as good as Jason Isbell and yet not get the same recognition, even in your own backyard. I hope that changes with this record. It was a pleasure to be among the first to hear his new album, due out May 1st and chat with him again after an 8 year gap. This is your first chance to hear some of these songs if you haven't been to a Ryan Racine show. All songs written by Ryan Racine: Don't Bury Me If You Want Emily Boston Corbet More about Ryan Racine: https://www.ryanracine.com/bio Follow me and hear other episodes of Acoustic Alternatives: https://johnmbommarito.wixsite.com/johnbommarito/acoustic-alternatives NONE of this happens without Grove Studios. Book them for your needs: https://grovestudios.space/

    1h 1m

  7. Mar 29

    Acoustic Alternatives with Lauren Blackford and John Bommarito

    Milan, MI's Lauren Blackford came to my attention as an opening act for my friend and recent guest on the podcast, Rochelle Clark at her show at The Ark. I brought Lauren on stage that night, embarrassingly briefly saying her name wrong in the process. After hearing just a few songs from the stage, I knew that I was witnessing something special. The "IT" factor was there and I immediately invited her to be a guest on the podcast backstage after her performance. Songs written by Lauren Blackford: A Good Thing Wasted Potential Dead Body Baby One Too Many Times Find Lauren on the web at: https://laurenblackford.us/ Find more Acoustic Alternatives episodes at: https://johnmbommarito.wixsite.com/johnbommarito/acoustic-alternatives Please support Grove Studios (which Lauren already likes): https://grovestudios.space/

    53 min

  8. Mar 11

    Acoustic Alternatives with Kate Peterson and John Bommarito

    I first encountered Kate Peterson as half of the duo Nervous But Excited. With the band's unknown status (hiatus? vacation? definitely not broken up) I took the opportunity to visit with Kate about her upcoming Michigan performances and chat about her life and get her to sing a couple of songs. I don't think she was too nervous, but perhaps a little excited. For reference, Nervous But Excited recordings included guest appearances from Theo Katzman, Frontier Ruckus, Chris Bathgate, Mike Lynch, Erin Zindle, Drew Howard, and many others. All songs written by Kate Peterson except where noted Roots Said and Done Ain't No Sunshine (Bill Withers) Blank Pages. Find out more about Kate: https://www.katepeterson.com/ Find 100 other Acoustic Alternatives episodes: https://johnmbommarito.wixsite.com/johnbommarito/acoustic-alternatives Book Grove Studios for your needs: https://grovestudios.space/

    1 hr
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Acoustic performances and interviews with musicians from the Michigan music scene and beyond.

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  • Creator
    John Bommarito
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    108
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 John Bommarito
  • Show Website
    Acoustic Alternatives

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