INTO THE MUSIC

INTO THE MUSIC
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Whether you're a musician or a fan, a writer or an instrumentalist, MUSIC is our common denominator. On INTO THE MUSIC, darn near all we discuss is music. Join us for insightful discussions with interesting guests as we journey INTO THE MUSIC.

  1. THE GIN AND SONICS have those old school soul music grooves and vibes

    1d ago

    THE GIN AND SONICS have those old school soul music grooves and vibes

    Text us about this show. There's nothing like classic soul music whether that be from Stax, Motown, Muscle Shoals, or Philly. When you have a group like The Gin and Sonics in your own back yard playing original soul music with the vibes from those places, well, that's huge! Their debut album, Anytime, has become a favorite in the northeast Wisconsin music scene and cuts from it have been making their way onto local airwaves and it even garnered the band a pair of 2026 WAMI Awards for the album and its title track. If you're looking for some original soul music to groove to that's done right, The Gin and Sonics has you covered! "Anytime" and "The River" performed by The Gin and Sonics written by Matt Krempien and Holly Larson ℗ 2025 The Gin and Sonics. Used with permission of The Gin and Sonics. "Groove Me" performed by The Gin and Sonics written by Holly Larson ℗ 2025 The Gin and Sonics. Used with permission of The Gin and Sonics. Melody Audiology LLCAudiology services for all. Specializing in music industry professionals and hearing conservation.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Visit Into The Music at https://intothemusicpodcast.com! Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/intothemusic E-mail us at intothemusic@newprojectx.com YouTubeFacebookInstagram INTO THE MUSIC is a production of Project X Productions. Host/producer: Rob Marnocha Voiceovers: Brad Bordini Recording, engineering, and post production: Rob Marnocha Opening theme: "Aerostar" by Los Straitjackets* (℗2013 Yep Roc Records) Closing theme: "Close to Champaign" by Los Straitjackets* (℗1999 Yep Roc Records) *Used with permission of Eddie Angel of Los Straitjackets This podcast copyright ©2026 by Project X Productions. All rights reserved. ...

    46 min
  2. CITY FATHERS will have you dancing and crying with their dreamy alternative pop

    May 27

    CITY FATHERS will have you dancing and crying with their dreamy alternative pop

    Text us about this show. The description of City Fathers' music from Instagram says this: "Tony & friends make dreamy alternative pop that make you want to dance and cry at the same time." One listen to Tony Knuppel's originals is proof of this statement. That dreamy alternative pop includes splashes of ambient music, exotica, a touch of soul, and dashes of emotional elements blended into some of the Wisconsin music scene's most unique sounds. The great thing about it is this is some of the most accessible music out there in any scene. City Fathers' debut album, Make Mistakes, has something for everyone without the compromises. You owe it to yourself to discover and enjoy the music of City Fathers. "Stone Tape" performed by City Fathers written by Tony Knuppel ℗ 2025 City Fathers. Used with permission of Tony Knuppel. "The Real Last I Love You" and "Follow Me" performed by City Fathers written by Tony Knuppel ℗ 2026 City Fathers. Used with permission of Tony Knuppel. Melody Audiology LLCAudiology services for all. Specializing in music industry professionals and hearing conservation.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Visit Into The Music at https://intothemusicpodcast.com! Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/intothemusic E-mail us at intothemusic@newprojectx.com YouTubeFacebookInstagram INTO THE MUSIC is a production of Project X Productions. Host/producer: Rob Marnocha Voiceovers: Brad Bordini Recording, engineering, and post production: Rob Marnocha Opening theme: "Aerostar" by Los Straitjackets* (℗2013 Yep Roc Records) Closing theme: "Close to Champaign" by Los Straitjackets* (℗1999 Yep Roc Records) *Used with permission of Eddie Angel of Los Straitjackets This podcast copyright ©2026 by Project X Productions. All rights reserved. ...

    38 min
  3. RYAN PEARL is one of the most thoughtful and adaptive musicians in the Wisconsin music scene

    May 20

    RYAN PEARL is one of the most thoughtful and adaptive musicians in the Wisconsin music scene

    Text us about this show. As a musician, there are two words that come to mind about Ryan Pearl: thoughtful and adaptive. He's thoughtful because what he brings to a song is expressive and intentional with generous amounts of feeling. He's adaptive because over the decades he's taken to instruments new to him and been put in situations where his chops are counted on sometimes in the spur of the moment. He's well versed in a number of genres and whatever the scenario calls for, Ryan delivers. He's the "sixth member" of The Willy Porter Band and could very well be the secret sauce of The Willy Porter Quartet. We have tracks by both bands to show just how Ryan is an important and valued component in both. Enjoy! "Larry Bought a Tractor" performed by The Willy Porter Band written by Willy Porter ℗ 2023 Weasel Records. Used with permission of Willy Porter. "Imaginary Wings" performed by The Willy Porter Quartet written by Willy Porter ℗ 2025 Weasel Records. Used with permission of Willy Porter. Melody Audiology LLCAudiology services for all. Specializing in music industry professionals and hearing conservation.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Visit Into The Music at https://intothemusicpodcast.com! Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/intothemusic E-mail us at intothemusic@newprojectx.com YouTubeFacebookInstagram INTO THE MUSIC is a production of Project X Productions. Host/producer: Rob Marnocha Voiceovers: Brad Bordini Recording, engineering, and post production: Rob Marnocha Opening theme: "Aerostar" by Los Straitjackets* (℗2013 Yep Roc Records) Closing theme: "Close to Champaign" by Los Straitjackets* (℗1999 Yep Roc Records) *Used with permission of Eddie Angel of Los Straitjackets This podcast copyright ©2026 by Project X Productions. All rights reserved. ...

    50 min
  4. BRIAN WITKIN of Slack Key ’Ohana and Pacific Records is a music industry swiss army knife!

    May 13

    BRIAN WITKIN of Slack Key ’Ohana and Pacific Records is a music industry swiss army knife!

    Text us about this show. Just like the episode title says, Brian Witkin is indeed a music industry swiss army knife. He's the CEO of the San Diego based Pacific Records label, leader of award winning Hawaiian music band Slack Key ’Ohana, a record producer, an entertainment and music attorney, an Ovation endorsed guitarist, and a columnist. He's also one of the friendliest guys you could ever meet. His boundless energy and enthusiasm permeates everything he's involved in. The music he makes with Slack Key ’Ohana is a wonderful mix of Hawaiian slack key and mainland Americana that goes down as easy as a Mai Tai. Enjoy this fun and lively discussion with Brian Witkin. Read Brian's Music and the Law column here. All Slack Key ’Ohana songs on this episode used with the permission of Brian A. Witkin. "Slack Key ’Ohana" performed by Slack Key ’Ohana written by Brian Witkin © 2021 Pacific Records. "Hawaiian Cowboy" performed by Slack Key ’Ohana with Billy F. Gibbons and George Kahumoku, Jr. written by Brian Witkin © 2024 Pacific Records. "Slack Key Blues (instrumental)" performed by Slack Key ’Ohana with Rand Anderson written by Brian Witkin and Rand Anderson © 2025 Pacific Records. Melody Audiology LLCAudiology services for all. Specializing in music industry professionals and hearing conservation.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Visit Into The Music at https://intothemusicpodcast.com! Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/intothemusic E-mail us at intothemusic@newprojectx.com YouTubeFacebookInstagram INTO THE MUSIC is a production of Project X Productions. Host/producer: Rob Marnocha Voiceovers: Brad Bordini Recording, engineering, and post production: Rob Marnocha Opening theme: "Aerostar" by Los Straitjackets* (℗2013 Yep Roc Records) Closing theme: "Close to Champaign" by Los Straitjackets* (℗1999 Yep Roc Records) *Used with permission of Eddie Angel of Los Straitjackets This podcast copyright ©2026 by Project X Productions. All rights reserved. ...

    47 min
  5. DAVID PIETILA of SourceTrack Studio on recording, producing, playing, and wrenching

    May 6

    DAVID PIETILA of SourceTrack Studio on recording, producing, playing, and wrenching

    Text us about this show. There's something to be said for a studio that consistently turns out clean, high quality recordings. Behind such an operation is usually a producer/engineer who understands not just the recording process, but musicians and what they are aiming to convey through their original music. SourceTrack Studio in Appleton, Wisconsin is that kind of studio and David Pietila is that owner/producer/engineer. David has received praise from those he has worked with at SourceTrack and from those who have heard his top notch work. On this episode we have a good sampling of tracks he has produced at SourceTrack along with the studio's history, capabilities, and a little bit about classic cars tossed in for good measure. Enjoy! "Suffocate" performed by where is THE key written by where is THE key © 2025 where is THE key. Used with permission. "I Am Not The One" performed by Kurt Gunn with Michael Grabner written by Kurt Gunn © 2025 Kurt Gunn. Used with permission of Kurt Gunn. "Fraying Ties" written and performed by Lizzie C ℗ 2025 Lizzie C. Used with permission. Melody Audiology LLCAudiology services for all. Specializing in music industry professionals and hearing conservation.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Visit Into The Music at https://intothemusicpodcast.com! Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/intothemusic E-mail us at intothemusic@newprojectx.com YouTubeFacebookInstagram INTO THE MUSIC is a production of Project X Productions. Host/producer: Rob Marnocha Voiceovers: Brad Bordini Recording, engineering, and post production: Rob Marnocha Opening theme: "Aerostar" by Los Straitjackets* (℗2013 Yep Roc Records) Closing theme: "Close to Champaign" by Los Straitjackets* (℗1999 Yep Roc Records) *Used with permission of Eddie Angel of Los Straitjackets This podcast copyright ©2026 by Project X Productions. All rights reserved. ...

    36 min
  6. ROGER LEE returns with stories from the road and smooth sweet country melodies

    Apr 29

    ROGER LEE returns with stories from the road and smooth sweet country melodies

    Text us about this show. After nearly three years, country singer Roger Lee returns to Into The Music to share some stories from the road and a pair of new original songs. Roger was Rob's first guest on Into The Music in early August, 2023, so we thought it was about time to catch up with him. Like a good whiskey, his wonderful smooth baritone has aged extremely well (just as smooth too!) and he's taken his songwriting up a good notch or two as well. Join us as we reconnect with Roger Lee. Both songs on this podcast used with the permission of Roger Lee. "Ghost In Distant Memories" and "Old Cowboys (There Ain't Such a Thing)" written and performed by Roger Lee © 2026 Roger Lee. Melody Audiology LLCAudiology services for all. Specializing in music industry professionals and hearing conservation.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Visit Into The Music at https://intothemusicpodcast.com! Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/intothemusic E-mail us at intothemusic@newprojectx.com YouTubeFacebookInstagram INTO THE MUSIC is a production of Project X Productions. Host/producer: Rob Marnocha Voiceovers: Brad Bordini Recording, engineering, and post production: Rob Marnocha Opening theme: "Aerostar" by Los Straitjackets* (℗2013 Yep Roc Records) Closing theme: "Close to Champaign" by Los Straitjackets* (℗1999 Yep Roc Records) *Used with permission of Eddie Angel of Los Straitjackets This podcast copyright ©2026 by Project X Productions. All rights reserved. ...

    26 min
  7. STICK MEN, Part 3: Touch Guitarist MARKUS REUTER (Tu:Ner, Centrozoon, and more!)

    Apr 21

    STICK MEN, Part 3: Touch Guitarist MARKUS REUTER (Tu:Ner, Centrozoon, and more!)

    Text us about this show. Stick Men month on Into The Music concludes this week with Touch Guitarist Markus Reuter. Markus is an accomplished musician and composer who is equally at home delving into contemporary classical music, jazz, progressive rock, folk, and ambient music. His Touch Guitar brings an emotional element to much of the music he plays whether that be with Stick Men, solo, Tu:Ner (also with Pat Mastelotto and former King Crimson member Trey Gunn), and multiple collaborations he's been a part of over his career. Markus has a unique but understandable approach to music and when you hear him talk about it, you feel invited in to join him on his musical journey. On this episode of Into The Music you can do just that. Enjoy! "His Last Decade" for piano performed by Susanne Kessel written by Markus Reuter © 2015 Markus Reuter. Used with permission of Markus Reuter. "Heerlen" written and performed by Markus Reuter ℗ 2014 Markus Reuter. Used with permission of Markus Reuter. "Pulp" written and performed by Stick Men ℗ 2025 Markus Reuter, Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto. Used with permission of Stick Men. Melody Audiology LLCAudiology services for all. Specializing in music industry professionals and hearing conservation.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Visit Into The Music at https://intothemusicpodcast.com! Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/intothemusic E-mail us at intothemusic@newprojectx.com YouTubeFacebookInstagram INTO THE MUSIC is a production of Project X Productions. Host/producer: Rob Marnocha Voiceovers: Brad Bordini Recording, engineering, and post production: Rob Marnocha Opening theme: "Aerostar" by Los Straitjackets* (℗2013 Yep Roc Records) Closing theme: "Close to Champaign" by Los Straitjackets* (℗1999 Yep Roc Records) *Used with permission of Eddie Angel of Los Straitjackets This podcast copyright ©2026 by Project X Productions. All rights reserved. ...

    55 min
  8. STICK MEN, Part 2: Bassist TONY LEVIN (Peter Gabriel, King Crimson, and more!)

    Apr 15

    STICK MEN, Part 2: Bassist TONY LEVIN (Peter Gabriel, King Crimson, and more!)

    Text us about this show. Stick Men month on Into The Music continues this week with legendary bassist and Chapman Stick player Tony Levin. With well over 500 recording credits, chances are likely you've heard Tony play many times over on recordings by Peter Gabriel, King Crimson, John Lennon, Pink Floyd, Joan Armatrading, Dire Straits, Buddy Rich, Paul Simon, ABWH (i.e. Yes), and loads more. We dig into Tony's fifty-plus year career including a few highlights and we dig even deeper into Stick Men. This is a very special episode and we hope it will move you to do a deep dive into the work of one of the most recorded musicians ever, Tony Levin! "Gut String Theory" written and performed by Tony Levin ℗ 2007 T LEV MUSIC. Used with permission of Tony Levin. "Leonardo" written and performed by Stick Men ℗ 2025 Markus Reuter, Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto. Used with permission of Stick Men. "Brutal" written and performed by Stick Men ℗ 2025 Markus Reuter, Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto. Used with permission of Stick Men. All other songs used in this podcast, save for the two bumper tunes, are for examples only of Tony Levin's work. Melody Audiology LLCAudiology services for all. Specializing in music industry professionals and hearing conservation.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Visit Into The Music at https://intothemusicpodcast.com! Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/intothemusic E-mail us at intothemusic@newprojectx.com YouTubeFacebookInstagram INTO THE MUSIC is a production of Project X Productions. Host/producer: Rob Marnocha Voiceovers: Brad Bordini Recording, engineering, and post production: Rob Marnocha Opening theme: "Aerostar" by Los Straitjackets* (℗2013 Yep Roc Records) Closing theme: "Close to Champaign" by Los Straitjackets* (℗1999 Yep Roc Records) *Used with permission of Eddie Angel of Los Straitjackets This podcast copyright ©2026 by Project X Productions. All rights reserved. ...

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Whether you're a musician or a fan, a writer or an instrumentalist, MUSIC is our common denominator. On INTO THE MUSIC, darn near all we discuss is music. Join us for insightful discussions with interesting guests as we journey INTO THE MUSIC.

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    INTO THE MUSIC
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    173
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Project X Productions. All rights reserved.
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