Podcast Episodes
Matt McCalpin on The Alluvion, Music, Grooves, and the Mitten
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Discover how Matt McCalpin's journey from musician to operations manager at The Alluvion showcases the power of community-driven music venues. This episode explores the intersection of music, venue development, and supporting local artists in Traverse City, Michigan.
From Tie-Dye Shirts to Stormy Gigs: Ramble Tamble Keeps Their Style Low-Key and Authentic
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Discover the unique sound of Ramble Tamble, a band from Marquette, Michigan, blending surf music, psychedelic vibes, and beach-inspired themes. In this episode, they share their origins, creative process, and the stories behind their live shows and recordings.
From College Talent Shows to Road Trips: The Rise of Zinc Vacuum
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In this episode, we sit down with the dynamic duo Zinc Vacuum, a Michigan-based two-piece rock band, to uncover their journey from college talent shows to recording albums and planning tours. Dive into their creative process, influences, and the unique aspects of being a two-member band in today's music landscape.
The Alluvion: The Secret Sauce Behind a Thriving Music Venue: Passion, Thoughtfulness, and Community
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Explore the story behind Traverse City's vibrant music scene through the lens of The Alluvion venue. This episode features insights from Matt McCalpin, the venue's operations and booking manager, and audio engineer Tiff Falls, as they discuss the venue’s inception, unique features, and upcoming events.
Super Nuclear - From Oil & Dye to Digital the Evolution of Live Visuals in Modern Music
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Discover the innovative work of Matthew Stafford, aka Supernuclear, who creates mesmerizing live visuals for music performances. This conversation explores his process, influences, and ambitions to shape a vibrant live music scene in Traverse City, Michigan.
Inside Rebekah Jon’s Journey – Loss, Growth & Musical Connection
Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Spencer LaJoye, a queer indie folk singer-songwriter with roots in Hastings, Michigan. Spencer shares their journey through Michigan, Denver, Boston, and back, reflecting on how each place shaped their music and identity.
Levitator
We finally caught up with the psych rock band, Levitator, that hails from Petosky and Traverse City. In this episode, they discuss their journey from a country cover band to a psych rock ensemble. We touch on their creative process and the dynamics of being a six-piece band.
Levitator talks about how Northern Michigan music scene is different than playing downstate with the pros and cons. We reminisce on first time they played at The Pyramid Scheme with Ficus, Carbon Decoy and Overdrive Orchestra.
They share insights on their latest EP, the importance of live performances, and their plans for future music, emphasizing the friendships and connections formed along the way.