In this engaging conversation, Jared and Jennifer from Annagail share their journey as a band that has evolved over 26 years. They discuss their recent creative explosion, resulting in 12 albums in just four months, fueled by Jennifer's near-death experience that transformed their artistic approach.

The duo discusses their journey through personal and professional challenges, emphasizing the importance of resilience and the healing power of music, all while maintaining a cosmic perspective on life and creativity.

They reflect on the release of their first live album recorded at the former Seven Steps Up venue (now the Temple Lounge), which captures the essence of their musical journey.

The discussion also touches on their future plans, including touring and new ventures, highlighting their commitment to creativity and connection with their audience.

⁠DaisyBox⁠ shares his journey as an indie artist, discussing his unique sound, songwriting process, and the evolution of the music.

We discuss his most recent release, ⁠Ghost⁠, and the art for this single by ⁠Chapel of Ghouls⁠. Plus, we discuss his upcoming single, Sick, planned to release this summer.

He talks about his long-time relationship with producer, Jake Rye, from ⁠Social Recording Company⁠ and the recent fire that they experienced at their studio.

The discussion highlights the balance between creating music for passion and navigating the music industry, emphasizing the significance of connecting with audiences.

The band RIP Smidgeon discusses their journey, authenticity, and the meaning behind their name. They share insights about their new album, the transition from a drum machine to live drums, and their plans for upcoming shows.

The band emphasizes the importance of connecting with their audience and creating relatable content, showcasing their unique vibe and camaraderie.

Check out this young, energetic, and creative band.

In this conversation, Taylor DeRousse discusses her journey as a musician, including the release of her debut album, her creative process, and the transition from classical music to indie rock.

She shares insights on songwriting, collaboration, and the importance of live performances, as well as the themes present in her music.

Taylor emphasizes the significance of self-acceptance and personal growth reflected in her work, and she expresses excitement for her upcoming album release show.

Brian Maloney, Founder of The Sonic Coast, discusses the thriving music scene in Michigan, highlighting the abundance of talented bands. He talks about how The Sonic Coast has continued to evolve including the new Acoustic Coffee Break.

We celebrated local events, including the upcoming Music Econ Summit and The Jammies, and emphasize the importance of supporting local artists. The discussion explored the innovations in music promotion and insights on emerging artists, bucket list bands, and the significance of buying tickets and merchandise to support the music community.

It was great to catch up with Brian again after our first interview just over a year ago.

We talked with two members of The Vig Arcadia, Yasmine (vocals) and Chris (drummer) in this episode. They shared insights into their creative processes, the evolution of their band, and the making of their first full-length album, MORPH.

They discuss their musical influences, past projects, and the dynamics of collaboration within the band.

The conversation also touches on their upcoming shows and future plans, highlighting their commitment to exploring different musical styles and connecting with local artists.

We got to sit down with Common Molly, for our latest episode. What a trip our conversation was! This Caledonia, Mi band has an aggressive alt rock sound reminiscent of the 90’s (at least Ryan thought so). We learned how much they love touring and playing live, their determination is unmatched! And their auto repair skills.

Enjoy Common Molly’s Christmas Song “Barely Christmas” Also check out their latest single “Cargo Transit”

Jennifer Hudson-Prenkert discusses her role in promoting local music through her initiative, Sounds of the Zoo. She shares insights on the importance of community engagement, the challenges faced by local music venues, and her vision for creating a vibrant music scene in Michigan.

The conversation highlights the Spring Concert Series at Bell's in Kalamazoo. She notes the artists performing and the collaboration with them. This series is designed to be appealing and accessible to a broader audience.