Zig At The Gig podcast

Rebecca Pidgeon

Interview with Rebecca Pidgeon. Rebecca returns to talk about her new album Unillusion.

 

Rebecca Pidgeon was born in Cambridge, MA and raised primarily in Edinburgh, Scotland,
gravitating towards music as a child. Mom and Dad introduced her to the likes of James Taylor,
while she eventually discovered both Kate Bush and The Sex Pistols on her own. She fronted the
band Ruby Blue for three records before relocating to the United States where she launched her
solo career. Fan favorite albums followed including The Raven (1994), The New York Girls’
Club (1996), The Four Marys (1998), Tough On Crime (2000), and Behind the Velvet Curtain
(2008), four songs appearing in the critically acclaimed film Red Belt. The ensuing decade saw
her release Slingshot (2011), Blue Dress On (2013), Bad Poetry (2014), and Sudden Exposure to
Light (2019). Praising the latter, American Songwriter affirmed, “She’s the real deal,” and Glide
Magazine noted, “Pidgeon’s prolific work as a songwriter and vocalist is akin to the self-
immersion she undertakes for her mesmerizing performances on camera.”
In addition, she has captivated audiences on-screen as a much sought-after film and television
actress. Among dozens of credits, she has appeared in celebrated classics such as The Spanish
Prisoner (1997), State and Main (2000), and Heist (2001) opposite the likes of Gene Hackman,
William H. Macy, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Philip Seymour Hoffman. Additionally, she has
appeared in blockbusters a la Red (2010) and NETFLIX’s Bird Box (2018), to name a few.
Unillusion offers eloquent testimony to Rebecca Pidgeon’s continuing power as a storyteller on
stage, screen or the recording studio with an uncanny ability to blend narrative depth and musical intimacy in a way that feels both timeless and current.

Rebecca's Info : 

http://rebeccapidgeonmusic.com/

https://open.spotify.com/artist/7da523apYjG6oJePP5MZwG

https://www.instagram.com/rebeccapidgeon/?hl=en

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuLq5dzPwlVw4FzeUdysVMg

https://www.facebook.com/rebeccapidgeonmusic

https://twitter.com/rebeccapidgeon?lang=en

 

The Silver Snails

Interview with Lucas Ward and Elisa Fantini of The Silver Snails. 

The Silver Snails are a fully independent pop music project based in the medieval wine country of Romagna, Italy, with strong ties to the West Coast. Anchored by the husband and wife team of Lucas Ward and Elisa Fantini, their mission is to open human hearts through song. The Silver Snails draw from a diverse palette of musical influences including classic rock and pop, Beethoven, electronica, Irish, jazz, Nigerian, Kawali, Asian folk music, and more.

Silver Snails's Info: 

https://www.thesilversnails.com

 

 

Howard Wuelfing

Interview with Howard Wuelfing.

Descenes and Discords: An Anthology

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https://www.diwulf.com

Howard Wuelfing‘s career in Public Relations follows in the wake of decades of music journalism contributing to the Washington Post, Creem, Spin, Your Flesh, Forced Exposure, Boston Rock andThe Village Voice over the years. Early in his career, Howard in publised the influential D.C.-based fanzines DesCenes and DisCords.

Howard also has had an active career as a musician, playing with bands, Half Japanese and The Slickee Boys as well as leading local DC twisted-pop micro-legends The Nurses, Underheaven and New Jersey’s Love Pushers (featuring Jersey Beat fanzine editor Jim Testa, future Chicago Sun Times writer/author Jim DeRogatis and Crocodile Shop’s Mick Hale).

Howard's info: 

https://www.howlinwuelf.com

 

The Whiskey Drinks

Interview with  Don Gordon and Jeff Modzelewski of The Whiskey Drinks

 

The Whiskey Drinks are a band of seasoned acoustic musicians, known for blending genres into a captivating musical experience. Their instrumental prowess, stage charisma, and intense musicality have propelled them to rapid popularity in the local scene of Cleveland, Ohio. With a history spanning over three decades, their sound leaves a lasting impression that keeps audiences coming back for more.

Rooted in traditional American music, The Whiskey Drinks blend old-time, blues, and protest influences with hints of funk, hip-hop, alternative, and pop music. Their versatile sound captivates audiences in intimate barrooms, lively festivals, and any place where people want to relax, unwind, and toast to better days ahead.

Upcoming Shows!

OCT 4 wild maple Fest Chardon OH

OCT 17th Album release at Winchester in Lakewood OH

Info linked below 

https://thewhiskeydrinks.com

 

Benny Coleman of The Quasi Kings

Interview with Benny Coleman of The Quasi Kings

About The Quasi Kings:

Formed in Columbus, OH in the Spring of 2016, the The Quasi Kings have quickly “cemented [their] place as the sprawling, multi-instrumental next generation of Columbus reggae.” (Columbus Dispatch). The band, led by brothers Zach (vocals, saxophone, percussion) & Benny Coleman (vocals, bass), varies in age, musical backgrounds, and taste, leading to a worldly & distinctive collage. Their premier offering, 2018’s Throwaway Culture EP, features catchy hooks, tight vocal harmonies, and a unique blend of reggae, rock, and hip-hop. Their latest album, Eye of the Storm, takes things a step further with songs like “Booze”, a raucous Sabbath inspired tune, and the dubby, horn driven “Cut It Out”. Their live shows are high energy, captivating and ever-evolving. The Quasi Kings have had the privilege to play with the likes of Stick Figure, Rebelution, Sublime, Steel Pulse, Tropidelic, Badfish, Fortunate Youth, Third World, Israel Vibration, Dark Star Orchestra & more. Visit thequasikings.com for tour dates & more info.

https://www.thequasikings.com

 

 

Tickets for HR of Bad Brains with C-Level, and Benny Coleman of The Quasi Kings at The Winchester Lakewood OH Oct-10-25 :

https://thewinchestermusictavern.com/tm-event/hr-of-bad-brains-w-c-level-benny-coleman-of-quasi-kings/

Richard Lloyd of TELEVISION

Richard Lloyd of TELEVISION! 

Richard Lloyd is an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter best known as a founding member of the influential New York rock band Television. His inventive, melodic guitar work helped define the band's sound on their landmark 1977 album Marquee Moon. Outsie of Televsision, Lloyd has release several solo albums and worked as a session guitarist, earning respect as a pioneering figure in punk and alternative rock.

This is a previous conversation I had with Richard from 2020.

If you're in and or near Ohio don't miss out !

 

 

 

 

Richard Lloyd of TELEVISION  SEP 8TH Winchester OH with C-Level

Richard Lloyd Tickets

 

H.R. of Bad Brains with C-Level and Benny Coleman of The Quasi Kings OCT 10th Winchester OH 

H.R of Bad Brains Tickets !

 

 

Willie Nile

Interview with Willie Nile !

The Great Yellow Light is filled with passionate guitar-driven, melodic songs, a mix of anthemic
rockers and sensitive ballads with a subtle socio-political message throughout. Willie was joined
in the studio by his core band Jimi Bones – electric & acoustic guitars, backing vocals, Johnny Pisano – bass, backing vocals and Jon Weber – drums, providing soaring lead vocals, electric guitar and piano himself. Besides Earle, special guests include Irish music icon Paul Brady on vocals, The Hooters’ Rob Hyman and Eric Bazilian on keys and strings respectively, Black 47 members Larry Kirwan, Fred Parcells, and Chris Byrne and legendary sidemen Waddy Wachtel and David Mansfield.

Nile’s love for life and music has powered his 45-year recording career. The Buffalo, NY native made his way to New York City in the early 1970s. After establishing himself as a popular presence on the downtown club scene, Willie attained national recognition through his widely acclaimed first three major-label albums — Willie Nile, Golden Down and Places I Have Never Been. Next, he then embarked on the indie route with a long series of well-received album releases including Beautiful Wreck of the World, Streets of New York, House of a Thousand Guitars, The Innocent Ones, American Ride, World War Willie, New York At Night, Children of Paradise, The Day The Earth Stood Still, the acoustic If I Was a River, and the covers collection Positively Bob: Willie Nile Sings Bob Dylan. Working on his own terms has allowed Willie to expand his audience to encompass much of the planet. He’s toured North America and overseas regularly building a sizeable and devoted following for his incendiary live performances. His loyal fan base includes such admirers as Bruce Springsteen, with whom he’s guested onstage on multiple occasions, and Pete Townshend, who personally requested him as the opening act on the Who’s historic 1980 U.S. tour. The list of avowed Nile fans also includes Bono, Lou Reed, Ian Hunter, Graham Parker, Jim Jarmusch, Little Steven, and Lucinda Williams, who once remarked, “Willie Nile is a great artist. If there was any justice in this world, I’d be opening up for him instead of him for me.” Appropriately, an Austrian filmmaker is currently making a documentary film about Willie, with new footage shot in Italy, England and America.

http://willienile.com/

https://www.facebook.com/willie.nile

 

Michael "Miguel" Happoldt of Sublime, The Ziggens, Perro Bravo, and Skunk Records

Interview with Michael "Miguel" Happoldt of Sublime, The Ziggens, Perro Bravo, and Skunk Records.

Listen to The Ziggens new surf Epic Well Qualified To Represent The L.B. sea, Vol 1, and Vol 2 here:

Spotify :

https://open.spotify.com/album/2S4KiTerZoted6WEsjmpws?si=4fcr6_6jQ-uydV2z5Hhnzg

Apple:

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-ziggens/65727399

Keep up With The Ziggens and Skunk here :

https://www.instagram.com/skunkrecords

https://www.instagram.com/theziggens

https://www.facebook.com/SkunkRecords

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063538901887

https://theziggensofficial.com

Pre Save Vol 2 here :

https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/theziggens/well-qualified-to-represent-the-lb-sea--vol-2?utm_campaign=website&utm_medium=Email+&utm_source=SendGrid

 

About Michael "Miguel" Happoldt :

While studying at California State University, Dominguez Hills, Happoldt met alternative rock group the Ziggens. He began recording and producing with the group and eventually joined to record their first album, C0002. Inspired by the punk rock and DIY movements of SST, BYO and Dischord Records tracks, in 1989 Happoldt created the logo and label Skunk Records and released the Ziggens' album on cassette. In 1990, Happoldt moved to Long Beach, California, where he met Sublime's Bradley Nowell at a party. Happoldt invited Sublime to make some live-to-DAT recordings. Intrigued by the Ziggens' cassette release, Nowell played a four-song demo for Happoldt, which Nowell had recorded before meeting Happoldt, and asked him to put it out on Skunk Records. Happoldt has been involved in some capacity with the Long Beach Dub Allstars, the supergroup Volcano, Lucky Boys Confusion, Unwritten Law, Slightly Stoopid, and Long Beach Shortbus.

Double Vee Returns!

Interview with Allen and Barb Vest of Double Vee.

Allan was the primary songwriter, lead vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist for indie/orchestral pop band Starlight Mints, producing and releasing four albums between 2000 and 2009, with legendary producer Dave Sardy co-producing the critically acclaimed debut album, The Dream that Stuff was Made Of. Major motion pictures and television series have utilized his music, with TV shows including Malcolm in the Middle, Californication, One Tree Hill and Gossip Girl and movies including Barnyard, Van Wilder 2: The Rise of Taj and The Art of Getting By. The BBC mini-series Demons effectively used "Eyes of the Night" off the 2006 album Drowaton as the series' theme song. Allan's instrumental scores have been featured in Disney animated shorts, writer/director Mickey Reece's movies Seducers Club and Punch Cowboy, and in projects by Canada-based writer/director Erahm Christopher and features helmed by award-winning director Bradley Beesley among other productions. Allan has produced and arranged music for clients including Francine, Skating Polly, Student Film and Bishop Allen. He also composed the theme music for the podcast In Sickness and In Health with Dr. Céline Gounder.  

Barb’s diverse background includes sixteen years in public radio where her achievements included writing, hosting, and producing Filmscapes, a nationally syndicated film music program. She edited a music webzine for several years and marketed and produced eight garage sale/shows featuring local bands and merchants. While Barb’s vocal music history includes appearing in themed cover shows and providing backing vocals on recordings for local bands, her love of music began with her family, with her grandmother regularly putting a tape recorder on her piano bench and singing along to her original compositions, before she passed away after a sudden heart attack at the age of 57.  Barb grew up singing around the piano with her mother and sister.  She enjoyed writing poetry and short stories during her younger years and loves exploring the inventive worlds of lyrics and songwriting with Allan. 

When they're not creating new music, Allan and Barb enjoy working with clients…teaching, recording, producing music and videos and more. In their free time, they like to travel, watch movies, hike, and spend time with friends and family. Favorite hiking trails include Angels Landing at Zion National Park, Precipice Trail at Acadia National Park and the Cape Lookout Trail in Oregon. They love concocting meals in the kitchen together and especially savor making Caesar salads at home and trying them anytime they're on the menu at a new restaurant. They’re grateful to be producing music and appreciate the support of their listeners. 

http://doubleVee.net.
http://doubleVee.bandcamp.com.
http://YouTube.com/@doubleVeeBand.
http://Facebook.com/doubleVeeSongs.
http://Instagram.com/doubleVee_band.

 

Arad Evans of The Whimbrels.

Interview with Arad Evans of The Whimbrels.

The Whimbrels is an outer-borough masterpiece. The sound is dense, polyrhythmic, hard, and sweet, hooks and riffs to save your soul pop out at unexpected moments. The players’ credits--The Glenn Branca Ensemble (dating to the 1980s), The Swans, J. Mascis--predict the guitar- driven, sonic onslaught of The Whimbrels, captured on their startling debut. A Whimbrels show involves racks of guitars, tuned in different and unconventional ways with the players constantly switching between them. The Whimbrels album showcases this. There are counterpoint choirs, dueling e-bows phase against each other, chunking, poly- and cross- rhythmic interludes, soaring arias of distortion from Westberg and Evans’ strangely melodic and inventive guitar. Evans’ and Hunter’s vocals front a three-guitar line up tuned every way but normal. The ax men are veterans with contrasting styles that come together in a potent whole. The beats are smart and unrelenting. The album concludes with the instrumental Four Moons of Galileo, four short sections with the inner two framed by shimmering walls of descending, slowly evolving harmonies. The title recalls the four moons discovered by Galileo, suggesting the many more then lurking unknown in space.

ARAD EVANS (guitar, vox, primary songwriter) was a member, recorded and toured with Glenn Branca’s ensemble from the 1980’s until Branca’s death a few years ago. He is founder and still performs with Heroes of Toolik. In addition to Branca, he has played with Quiet City, Rhys Chatham, Ben Neill, John Myers’ Blastula, The SEM Ensemble, The New Music Consort, Virgil Moorefield’s Ensemble and many other groups. “A truly inventive and surprising guitar player.” (Rick Moody, The Rumpus Aug. 25, 2016).

www.thewhimbrels.com

Facebook: The Whimbrels

Instagram: the_whimbrels