Neworleansmusicians.com Podcast

In part two, musician and producer Joey Carbo of WOORMS recalls old band break-ups that involved a girl, recording difficulties, a debilitating handicap, and an overdose. Following these trials, he formed WOORMS, which was supposed to be a temporary foray back into heavy metal. We unpack his long stint in country music with Who By Fire, a band with more pieces and a less heavy feel. We also reflect on his time in punk music and how production and vocal clarity have come to the forefront for him since them. Which is an element that has been incorporated into his production and vocals with WOORMS. He talks about the differences between albums Slake, Twitching, As Prey and Fatalismo. There's so much here to learn. Join us! Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Joey Carbo has been in many bands over the years, picking up guitar, vocals, keyboard and production along the way. Through his band WOORMS, he currently implements those talents in a unique means of expression. While WOORMS holds its foundations in rock music, their concrete measures are highlighted by an exploratory sound with synth undercurrents and a lack of adherence to traditional time signatures. One could deduce that, once upon a time, Joey was inspired by bands like The Melvins and Soundgarden. But to say WOORMS resembles either is a stretch at best. His capacity to feel the sentiment and harmonics of music at an early age was undeniable. But his future held a battle between his core desires, straying vices, and the pursuits of immaturity. These days, maturity has ushered in an era of clarity and focus for him. And his catalog displays a twisted mind that has the benefit of recollection and introspection. Join us and get to know the complexity of sound that is Joey Carbo! https://woorms.bandcamp.com/music Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Musician and DJ Bug Gigabyte has been involved in various forms of sonic exploration and synthesis since middle school. Learning horn, lead and bass guitar, lead him pick up keyboard and play in metal band Coma Dreams. He would eventually dive deep into synthesizers and studio equipment, adding recording and engineering to his repertoire. His first release was a remix back in 2010 on an Alaskan industrial electronic label by the name of CRL Studios. Following that, he experimented with 16 bit sounds coming from a Nintendo DS game. He fed the compositions into a DAW and overlaid live instrumentation. The resulting album landed him signing with Seattle label Wicked Wonderland Records for his album Revelations of the Nintendo Generation. These days, he does recording and engineering work, DJ's, and releases music under the name Sinthetik Messiah and hosts goth and EDM events. Join us to hear more about the colorful creative known as Bug Gigabyte! https://sinthetikmessiah.bandcamp.com/ Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Guitarist and keyboardist Andrew Autin was born in Metairie, Louisiana and raised by fans of crooners like Perry Como and Johnny Mathis. But bands like Metallica and KISS, he will say, changed his life. And through a musician's ear, he sought to pay tribute through the formation of several cover bands playing everything from weddings to corporate events and concert venues. Andrew's bands are the Mojeaux Band, Rock Show NOLA, Phase 5, and The Generators. Rock Show NOLA, for instance, plays covers from six bands only; Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, KISS, Journey Stix and Foreigner. His covers are precise renditions of the originals, down to every single sound, and have landed gigs in places like the superdome for Microsoft and on set for the filming of Contraband with Mark Walberg. His passion for music is unmatched. His acumen in business, as well as music, is something to be admired. And his talent is something for which we should all be thankful. Please join us and experience enthusiasm through the eyes of a gifted instrumentalist! Look for The Generators at Jaeger's, Whiskey Cowboy, Cleary Tavern, and The Landing in Slidell. View schedules or book for his other bands at Mojeauxband.com and Rockshownolarocks.com. Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Bonus Episode: In this episode, saxophonist Dave Mouton sits with our friend and host, Travis Marc, on the Musicians Mentor Podcast. Dave now gigs in his current band, The Dave Mouton Experience and owns Souled Out Music, LLC, a collective of fifty musicians facilitating a wide variety of events. His story is begins in childhood as a wayward youth where his recognition of the saxophone as a device for change takes hold. He reinforces the idea, though contrary to popular belief, that musicians can live a healthy, balanced lifestyle. Remaining whole and never losing his passions are some of the things that still motivate him. He is a huge advocate for music promotion in general and is considered a keystone in his hometown for such. Enjoy! https://www.musicians-mentor.com/ Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

In part 2, we begin during Karen's formative years in music. She recounts first learning advice that she still lives by as well as common habits that work against the wellbeing of a vocalist. Touring poses a particular challenge because everything is accessible; both good and bad. We discuss a moment on the road that defined her decision to pursue becoming a contestant in season twenty-five of The Voice. Touring in Scotland nearly cost her the opportunity. But the knowledge and experiences gained from such things as wardrobe, stage presence, and timing have proven indelible. Karen's new song "Fix It" just came out this spring, "Louisiana Hurricane" will be her coming fall release, and her new music video for song "Blue Cowboy Boots" is coming soon (filmed in Louisiana during Mardi Gras). https://karenwaldrup.com/ Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Part one begins in Mandeville, Louisiana where Karen was born and raised. Being so culturally diverse, Southern Louisiana inspired her sensations of freedom as an artist, while her three siblings encouraged her to remain diverse in her pursuit of country music. We discuss the parallels between contrasting music styles and the impact production in religious music, for example, has on her compositions. She shares her childhood experiences that moved her closer to, and started her on a path toward, a beautiful life in music. https://karenwaldrup.com/ Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Through a series of events, a Washington DC radio DJ by the name of Wayne Khan came into possession of a box full of Beta tapes. The tapes contained the raw elements of a long since shelved documentary on the Carriere family; one of five main families to bring Zydeco alive. Their descendants would carry the tradition, bringing Zydeco to the world. And the rare footage of intimate family jam sessions and interviews would be the only relic left. He tried for many years to bring the footage to the public, even turning it over to the Smithsonian at one point. But their lack of efforts dissatisfied Wayne, as he has since been on a mission to fund and produce an origin story precious to the heritage of the south. Learn about the commemorative family festival happening soon! Join us as we discuss the trials and victories he has experienced on his quest. https://www.zydecobybirth.com/ I interviewed Wayne two years earlier when his journey was still in its infancy. In this initial episode, we dive deep into the chain of events that started him on his path. https://neworleansmusicians.podbean.com/e/wayne-kahn/ Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Hailing from Hammond, Louisiana, is guitarist/ vocalist Will Vance of Will Vance and the Kinfolk. His style is best described as Americana with rock roots and Southern soul foundations. Family get togethers always featured musical contributions from elders, and his desire to create came early. His many years and miles as a musician and a human being are lain out in a thought provoking manner here, as we are all treated to the privilege of his truth-telling proclamations. We are also treated to a live acoustic solo of some unreleased music! Join us! Will Vance and the Kinfolk - https://www.facebook.com/wvtk21 Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Reconvening for part two, Jason Pilgrim of Flesh Parade reveals the details of their current Repercussions Tour which will include Marilyn Death Fest. He reflects on finding his voice in Flesh Parade thirty years ago and how then current black metal standards just wouldn't do. We discuss new merch and possible tour expansion, as well as self-care for a vocalist while on tour. Join us! Flesh Parade Official Site: https://www.mainstayrecordings.com/ Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Jason Pilgrim is the vocalist for New Orleans grindcore band Flesh Parade. They are embarking on a national tour that kicked off at Poor Boys as part of a thirty band, two day event called Mardi Grind. Along the way, they will meet up and perform with Exhorder and Eyehategod, and from there possibly extend the tour up through Canada and overseas. In part 1, we discuss his beginnings in music and initial influences and end with his quest to do something different with Flesh Parade that no one has ever done before. The band is also celebrating THIRTY YEARS in existence! Flesh Parade Official Site: https://www.mainstayrecordings.com/ Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Originally from Mobile Alabama and now a resident of Slidell, Louisiana, solo artist Bret Crooker (aka Bret Heart) blends sampling, guitar playing, and vocals with composition and arrangement on a digital audio workstation. He's been writing longer than he has been a published artist. But any personal apprehension concerning his commitment is slowly being overshadowed by the reception his music has received. Laying down his own version of sonic commentary on the issues plaguing his life, he is both evolving as a person and becoming more relatable to his growing fanbase. His expressions pulse through the veins of pop punk, hip hop, metalcore and emo. And for the first time, in this episode we listen to several of his tracks allowing him to discuss the meanings as well as his writing methods. Join us and get to know this fast rising musician! We were just selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 50 New Orleans Podcasts! We are also on their Top 5 Louisiana Music Podcasts and Top 15 Louisiana Art Podcasts on the web. https://podcast.feedspot.com/new_orleans_podcasts/ https://podcast.feedspot.com/louisiana_music_podcasts/ https://podcast.feedspot.com/louisiana_art_podcasts/ Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Lenny Zenith has been many things throughout the course of his life; a student at New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA), a label executive, a vocalist, a pianist, and a guitarist. Discouragement from guidance councilors and classmates, falling short of secondary educational standards, and existing in a close-minded, homogeneous world coerced Lenny, first, toward punk music and the anti ethos and, secondly, into mercurial genre perspectives. In the beginning, there was RZA, enabling Lenny to open for Iggy Pop, and bands like XTC, Ian Hunter, U2, The Gun Club, Marshal Crenshaw and more. He would go onto form and play in other bands like Jenifer Convertible, Tenterhooks, Minor Planets, and Pop Comb. He's been in New York since '91, but he's coming home soon to stay. He will be performing at Tipitina's April 5th! https://lennyzenith.bandcamp.com/ Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Guitarist and vocalist Byron Daniel founded and currently plays in Byron Daniel and the Five Dead Dogs. Being a hired gun on guitar and bass, he shares his reliance upon improvisation and versatility. For his own band, he stresses the importance of jam sessions not only for warming up, but for explorations in discovering new material. By many, he is received as southern rock. As for his own perspective, he notes a departure from stoner/ doom metal, a folk and singer/ songwriter influence, and a fusion between Drive-By Truckers and Black Sabbath. With three albums and two singles in his current band's catalog, I encourage one and all to have a listen and enjoy the gift of talent that Byron brings to the world. Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

A jack of all trades, Anthony Daniels (aka Moose Harris) is a multi-instrumentalist, a podcast and syndicated radio host, an event facilitator, a music producer, a DJ, a poet, a concert producer, and a music journalist. Hailing from New Iberia, his perspective on the impact of music and culture in our state has always run deep. As a child he would record radio songs to tape, volunteering music facts, weather, and other radio dj-like contributions. Listen as we speak about the transitions in his life from one professional music occupation to the next and rejoice in his place in life as a eternal enthusiast of the groove. Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Heavy metal vocalist Philip Dussor, currently active in Aggrofate, Lyrics For Liam, and Raise the Death Toll sat down with me for this interview at his home in Westwego, Louisiana. We began with the musical influence his friends and family had on him in his formative years. He explained how Cypress Hall and a hand-full of other all ages venues made a big impact on him. We also delved into his perspective on what it means to be a musician active in the scene. He broke down how his current bands came about, drawing inspiration from things like horror movies and even the desire to create a G-rated legacy for his son. Join us and step back in time to understand who he is here and now. Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Mike IX Williams is best known for his work as a vocalist in EYEHATEGOD, a band flaunting mixtures of punk and slowed, doomy metal that he and guitarist Jimmy Bower founded in 1988. Since then they have toured the world countless times over, having built a truly unmatched cult-like following. We sit and talk about his life of imbalance as a child, his thirst for new experiences, his published works of music and poetry, and his current tour. Listen in to this in-depth interview! Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Guitarist/ vocalist Chris Rico has been a staple in the Louisiana music scene for countless years. Throughout New Orleans, Metairie, and the gulf south, he has continually brought his own style of blues-rock, even delving into rap lyrics and incorporating drum machines. In his youth, the Beatles and Sabbath ushered him into the world of music while exploration lead him through bands like The Ramones and The Dead Kennedies. Picking up a guitar at eleven years of age, tab books and a little help from friends began his journey to present day. Having recently released Vanity Project with his band, Mr. Misled, we discuss the music video making process and where his musical direction is headed. Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Originally from just outside of Thibodeaux in Choctaw, Chet Tabor of band Them Guys cites small town roots as propelling his beliefs in his band as a family unit. Those same small town circumstances meant he was hanging out with a group of kids with a larger span in age. Experiencing the tastes and influences from the music collections of the older kids meant he was hearing Pearl Jam and Soundgarden at six years of age. Hearing his father's 70's music and quickly being ushered into his older brother's 90's selections also meant being able to hear the contrasts in musical soundscapes early on in his life. We sit and talk about initial band experiences gone bad, solutions and growth, and his view on the sensations of playing covers as opposed to playing music that he has composed. Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU

Rapper Jayarson grew up around family that lived all over Louisiana. As a result, his reach has blanketed our state in a comforting style of influence and relatability. His pursuit in knowledge of all things new to him has built him into a forward thinking, business-minded artist that is constantly striving to remain ahead of the curve. He wasn't always like this. On the contrary, he was once juggling creative endeavors, court cases, and a fast life in the streets. His immensely successful music catalog now depicts the trials of a person maturing in real time. We discuss coming of age in the Cash Money and No Limit era, gambling with his business and personal life, and how influences around him as a small child shaped him into the man he is today. Join us! Elevate your health and well-being. Shop Realmushrooms.com and support this show! Here’s 20% off just for our listeners. https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=1494 Donate to this show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=83ZWJWHNRAYNU