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Another emerging artist from the rich Michigan music scene is my guest on this episode of Acoustic Alternatives. 18 year old Kanin Wren has already captivated large audiences as a tribute artist. Now she's ready to start releasing more of her original music. It's good. It's really good. Meet Kanin Wren from Dewitt, MI on this episode of Acoustic Alternatives.
Songs include:
Hell or Minnesota (written by Aron Rosing)
Could've Been (written by Kanin Wren)
I Was There (cowritten by Lauren Veil and Kanin Wren)
Cry Baby (written by Kanin Wren)
Learn more about Kanin Wren.
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Steven Page is not just another great guest to me. He sings on one of my top 15 albums of all time, Gordon. He's a multiple Juno award winner and Grammy nominee with his former band Barenaked Ladies. As part of that group he's sold over 15 million albums and singles and is in the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
There is so much more I could have talked about with this gifted singer and songwriter. So many awesome experiences he's had that I didn't have time to ask about (opening for The Who for example), but I think if you are already a fan, you'll still learn a thing or two you didn't know. If you aren't already a fan, welcome to the club.
All songs written by Steven Page:
What a Good Boy (co written by Ed Robertson)
A New Shore (co written with Craig Northery)
The Golden Age of Doubling Down
Over Joy (co written with Stephen Duffy)
More about at this link Steven Page
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Jen Cass grew up in the Metro Detroit area and now calls Flushing, MI home. After three successful solo albums, she started a new project with her husband Eric Janetsky called The Lucky Nows. Their excellent second album is due out in June of 2024. Jen talks about her life and plays three emotionally charged songs from the new album and one from their first.
All songs written by Jen Cass (except where noted):
Broken Homes and Hearts of Gold
Syracuse
The Lesson (Jen Cass, Michael Robertson, Eric Janetsky, Jack Redmond Barnes)
Girl With No Name
Find out more about The Lucky Nows: https://theluckynows.com/home
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It's been a long and varied journey for Dan Navarro. From co-writing one of the biggest hits of the 80s, to voice acting, to touring and releasing a plethora of material as part of Lowen and Navarro.
If you only know his music, get ready to learn more about some of the other things he's been part of and is also known for. If you don't know him at all, get ready to hear what you've been missing.
Songs written by Dan Navarro:
"She Dreams In Music"
"Better Man"
"Circling the Drain" (co write with Deborah Holland)"
"All Is Quiet"
More about Dan Navarro: https://dannavarro.com/
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Dearborn, MI's Jo Serrapere's first visit to the podcast happened as part of a live show at Trinity House in Livonia, MI in April of 2022. I encourage you to go back and listen to that one to learn more about this Michigan treasure.
Jo is ambitiously releasing two albums at once this Spring and the second chat was based around celebrating that. Hear acoustic versions of some of the songs before they are released into the wild.
All songs written by Jo Serrapere:
"In the Arms of Angels"
"This American Dream"
"Life and All"
Find out more about Jo on her website:
https://joserrapere.com/
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Here is the audio only visit with Australian born guitarist extraordinaire, Kyran Daniel. You may want to watch the video too in order to enjoy his guitar playing with your eyes. Tommy Emmanuel thought he was good enough to take him on tour when Kyran was just a teenager, so you know you are dealing with someone very talented, even if you haven't heard him before.
Learn more about him and how to support him here: https://www.kyrandaniel.com
All songs written by Kyran Daniel
"Pensieri"
"Sangria"
"Like the Night Itself"
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Mike Vial is an Ann Arbor based singer/songwriter, teacher, father, and husband who is doing a 20 year celebration of playing gigs, teaching books, and ranting rants at The Ark in Ann Abor on May 23, 2024, opening for a mutual favorite (and previous podcast guest), Ari Hest.
Vial is prepping a new release due out soon and he plays a couple of new ones and a couple of old ones and we both have a strong reaction to his third performance. Don't miss it.
Songs written by Mike Vial
Free To Dream
I Just Want To Be Your Last
Two Angels (June 22, 1996 - Ann Arbor)
Burning Bright
Find out more about Mike:
http://mikevial.com/?fbclid=IwAR1hjEpVSE2VKEUCPl54ucYGM2c2IoLCAQTsY4VKkSkGCLiAHKrZbd_dCX0
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Harmonica legend, Grammy winner, blues, folk, world music and rock musician not to mention all around beloved member of the Ann Arbor music scene, Peter Madcat Ruth joins me to celebrate 3/4 of a century of life and a life mostly spent playing music.
His 75th birthday celebration takes place at The Ark in Ann Arbor on April 2, 2024.
Songs include
Jaw Harp Improvisation (Ruth)
Pocket Full of Soul (Ruth)
Phonograph Blues (Robert Johnson)
Walk Right In (Gus Cannon)
Visit his website: https://www.petermadcatruth.com/ to learn even more about him.
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Will Kimbrough plays rock, stripped down folk, Americana, and Country. He is an in demand guitar player, producer and songwriter. Oh and an author working on a book of the stories of his life. You'll hear tales of his adventures and collaborations with Jimmy Buffet, Emmylou Harris, Rodney Crowell, Todd Snider, and a young R.E.M.
My relationship with his music started in 1989 with a self titled record by his band Will and the Bushmen (which I recommend if you are a fan of Crowded House, find it HERE). One of my favorite songs of all time that you've probably never heard is on there. It's also within our conversation.
Will has a lot to say and has a great story. Get comfortable. This is a long one.
Songs performed written by Will Kimbrough except where noted:
"I Like It Down Here"
"Bubbles Up (co written with Jimmy Buffet)"
"Like Laughing"
"Closer To the Ground"
Find out more about Will here: https://www.willkimbrough.com/
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Back in 2016 I discovered a young singer by the name of Katie Pederson. By 2018 I was pretty invested in singing her praises while she continued to put out great music on albums like The Landing and Limitless. On our last visit in a studio together on the Acoustic Alternatives podcast, you may have learned more about her. This time I was very happy to welcome her new project with her friends Jilian Linklater (who I had also first heard in 2016) and Grace Theisen. I got to see one of their first shows awhile ago and I knew immediately I wanted to find a way to get the trio on the podcast so you could be introduced to them too.
Turns out, this is their first interview as a group.
Songs include:
"The Rebel Eves"
"Long Gone Don Juan"
"American Dream"
"Trying To Find Healing"
Songs written by Katie Pederson, Jillian Linklater, Grace Theisen.
Learn more about the trio at:
https://www.therebeleves.com/
Thanks to Grove Studios!
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I've been waiting years to present this episode. It's been ten years in between releases for Yspilanti, MI's, Adam Plomaritas. As soon as I started doing this podcast I told him "I want to do something when that next release is ready"
It's been worth the wait. The EP, Old Time Love, is A+ excellent. It's got a full band and horns, unlike these stripped down performances, but you can hear the voice and the songs in all their glory from Adam's basement studio.
Songs include:
"All I Need Is You"
"Love On Your Side"
"Love Me Better"
"How Does It Feel"
All songs written by Adam Plomaritas.
https://www.adamplomaritas.com/
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Raised in Manitowoc, WI, but now calling Ann Arbor, MI home, Judy Banker is set to release her fourth record, Bonafide, on November the 4th. Filled with deeply personal lyrics and backed by a great band, this new release, produced by her son Ben, is her best yet in my opinion.
Learn more about the four sides of Judy (singer/songwriter, photographer, psychologist and non-profit founder) in this conversation that also includes performances of three new songs:
"Taciturn Heart"
"Bonafide"
"After It Ends"
all songs written by Judy Banker. More at https://www.judybanker.com/
Support me on Patreon and find out more about Acoustic Alternatives at https://johnmbommarito.wixsite.com/johnbommarito/acoustic-alternatives
Recorded at Grove Studios on Oct 17, 2023
Special guest...some cricket that wandered in at the end.
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Jeff Daniels has done many things on screens and stages in his career. One of the things he has done that hasn't gotten as much attention as his roles in The Newsroom, To Kill a Mockingbird or Dumb and Dumber is playing music on stages and studios.
He's been putting out albums since 2004 and, on many occasions when I was a DJ at WHFR in Dearborn, I've played his music on my radio program. Take your negative preconceptions about an actor picking up and guitar and singing and put them away. He's good. Damn good.
His son Ben has also been releasing albums with his Ben Daniels Band since 2008. He's also a talented recording engineer. In the home studio on Jeff's property, the two of them collaborated on Audible Original audio program called "Alive and Well Enough." If you choose to listen, and I recommend you do, you will be treated to stories and songs from Jeff's life.
We sat down on September 25, 2023 in the same studio the audio book was recorded and discuss that and more. You'll also hear:
When My Fingers Find Your Strings (written by Jeff Daniels)
A new as of yet untitled song by Ben Daniels
The Good On The Bad Side Of Town (by Jeff and Ben Daniels)
Mile 416 (written by Jeff Daniels)
More information about Jeff's music: https://www.jeffdaniels.com/
Ben's music: https://www.bendanielsband.com/
My playlists and podcasts: https://johnmbommarito.wixsite.com/johnbommarito/acoustic-alternatives
Find the Alive and Well Enough here:
https://www.audible.com/pd/Alive-and-Well-Enough-Podcast/B0CDCPB67X?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp
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Goldpine is a Nashville based duo who I first heard this year at a festival. It was a cold day in June, but they performed their hearts out.
Once you hear Kassie's voice, you'll instantly hear what brings me in. It's hers, but it's familiar. The songs are strong and the stories are really good.
She and Ben have been married 14 years and live a good part of the year in their home on wheels. Like all good bands, they have a back story that's important to understanding their present. You might even hear some crying.
Songs (written by Benjamin and Kassie Wilson):
Do You Have Me?
Thinking About Love
The Human Invasion
Find out more about them at https://goldpinemusic.com/home
Support me on Patreon and learn about the other things I do on MY WEBSITE
Recorded at Grove Studios
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A extraordinary duo from the south comes north for the Acoustic Alternatives Podcast to preview songs from their forthcoming album and talk about their lives and career.
Pete and Crystal Demore are Ordinary Elephant. Crowded around two condenser microphones at 9 p.m. at night is nothing new from this duo. It was a great experience for me and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
All songs written by Ordinary Elephant
I Come From
Relic of the Rain
Scars We Keep
Once Upon A Time
Find Ordinary Elephant HERE or their PATREON
I am also on Patreon. I could use your support.
Recorded on Sep 6, 2023 at in Ypsilanti, MI
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The Young Fables are a duo from Nashville recommended to me by their manger. Their manager happens to be the husband of one of my favorite artists (Liz Longley), so thank you Patryk Larney!
He sent me their catalog for review and I felt like I had been missing out for years. All three records are super strong efforts. When Patryk gave me a sneak peak at a film about the writing of one of the songs included in our session, "Daddy's Girl", I knew I had to talk to them.
The audio for the songs needed help and I got it from Sean Morse from The Mission Recording Studio. That's why they sound significantly better than the rest of the session. Same recording device as the interview, just in the hands of someone who knew what to do with them.
Songs included:
Drive (L. Wright, W. Lunsford)
Daddy's Girl (L. Wright, W. Lunsford, D. Fields. P. Larney)
Just Good at Hurtin' (L. Wright, W. Lunsford)
House of the Lord (L. Wright, W. Lunsford, D. Fields. M. Smith)
Visit The Young Fables on the web
Recorded at Grove Studios:
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My first podcast guest from "across the pond" is the 25 year old Scottish singer Iona Fyfe. Drawing from the Celtic identity of her homeland, her beautiful voice helps paint imagery in your mind's eye of far off lands. She's quite an accomplished, intelligent and talented performer who is absolutely delightful to talk to.
In 2021, she became the first singer to win the coveted title of Musician of the Year at the MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards. It was an absolute pleasure to spend an hour chatting with her.
Songs include:
Bonny Udny
Scotland Yet (written by Davy Steele)
The Waters Meet
For more information and to purchase her music Visit Ionafyfe.com
More information about how to support Acoustic Alternatives via Patreon visit johnbommarito.com
Thanks as always to my partners at Grove Studios!
Extra special thanks to my first patron on Patreon, Stan Garfield and his wife Barb Hayes for opening up their home to me and Iona for not only her to perform a house concert for 50-60 people, but allowing me to use their front room to record this podcast in AFTER the show.
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Annie Bacon is a current resident of Ann Arbor, MI, but she's lived on both side of the country before landing there.
With 3 albums, 3 EPs and a single released since 2009, Annie is ready to take big leaps forward with two new albums and a book in the works as well as a musical that she cowrote with Kyle Rasche that could make its debut on stages next year if she's lucky.
Hear her new single, a track from one of the forthcoming albums and two from her most recent album in this podcast recorded at Grove Studios.
All songs written by Annie Bacon:
When Will I Learn
Gallatin Pike
California Heat
I Wanna Die Like Lou Reed
Find Annie on line here:
https://www.anniebacon.me/home
Find out more about Acoustic Alternatives and how you can support me via Patreon:
https://johnmbommarito.wixsite.com/johnbommarito/acoustic-alternatives
Much love to my podcast home, Grove Studios:
https://grovestudios.space/
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Michigan's Joanna (Ransdell) Sterling is in her third incarnation as a performer. Previously using her surname as well as fronting a band called Joanna and the Jaywalkers, Sterling has arrived with her strongest work to date. A new album called Queen of Wands.
Working with Ypsilanti, MI's Chris DuPont on the recording and production side, this release is a collection of open and honest songs that are sure to grow her audience and reach. During the interview, you can hear how far away one of her songs has touched someone she's never met.
Recorded at Grove Studios in Ypsilanti, MI, songs (all written by Joanna Sterling) include:
Honesty
So Afraid
White Horse
Girl By Choice
More ways to find Joanna's music:
https://joannasterlingmusic.bandcamp.com/
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https://grovestudios.space/
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This episode of Acoustic Alternatives features the "distance band" Frances Luke Accord. Though when they formed they both lived in Indiana, the currently live in different states. The harmonies are as beautiful as a Simon and Garfunkel record and the songwriting of Nicholas Gunty and Brian Powers matches that beauty.
Learn more about this duo and hear songs from their latest album Safe In Sound.
All songs written by:
Nicholas Gunty and Brian Powers
"Thank You, Derrick Watson"
"This Morning/All The Things"
"In My Life"
Special thanks to Chris DuPont for engineering and mixing the session.
Recorded at Grove Studios in Ypsilanti, MI
https://grovestudios.space/
More about Frances Luke Accord
https://www.franceslukeaccord.com/
More about Acoustic Alternatives
https://johnmbommarito.wixsite.com/johnbommarito/acoustic-alternatives
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