Podcast Episodes
Graphic Art in Music, Concert Posters, and a Dabble of Magic
We had an in depth conversation with five graphic artists that are involved in creating art for music at GIG - The Art of Michigan Music event in November of 2025. Most of the conversation focuses on concert posters but dabbles in a little magic, too. From 50+ year legends in the industry to an intern just getting started, there are plenty of stories and passion to go around. Listen to hear some great stories from the days of doing grueling letter to the advancements with Adobe Photoshop.
That Is A Wrap 2025: Michigan Music Recap
In this episode, Jeff and Ryan recap their year of the podcast and the Michigan music news. They talk about some of the interviews they had with musicians such as Mike Ward, Spencer LaJoye, Rebekah Jon, Kylee Phillips, Chris DuPont, and Kyle Joe. They talk about the venues that closed and opened or will open soon, such as Acrisure Amphitheater, The Big Room, and Kalamazoo State Theater. Of course, they discuss some of highlights in live music they experienced in the past year. Finally, they touch on what is in store for the podcast in 2026.
Brian Maloney
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 segment.
We celebrate local events, including the upcoming Music Econ Summit and The Jammies, and emphasize the importance of supporting local artists. We talked about our 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.