Podcast Episodes

20 Front Street
Jeff Wood Jeff Wood

20 Front Street

Kevin walks us through the history of how 20 Front Street became a small intimate music venue in Lake Orion. We talk about the intention into the design, the green room, and some of the artists that have played here.

Listen to catch a glimpse into what a close personal music experience could look like for you in the future. We record or video live at the venue to give you a glimpse into the venue, too.

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That Is A Wrap 2023
Jeff Wood Jeff Wood

That Is A Wrap 2023

In this final episode of the year, Ryan and Jeff wrap up the year with a quick review, individual Spotify Wrapped results, and pay per stream across platforms. One of those streaming services will be the new home for Mitten Music playlists.

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Haskins
Jeff Wood Jeff Wood

Haskins

We sat down with the band Haskins in their practice space in Plymouth on the day of their vinyl release party for their fourth album, Everywhere I've Ever Been.

We found out what inspired the Americana-Indie rock band's name, their writing process, and influences. This five-piece band sets aside time each week to get together outside of their busy family lives.

Dad's that are still rockin' and enjoying their time together. Dad Rock that has a great sound!!

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Ava Swiss
Jeff Wood Jeff Wood

Ava Swiss

Listen to our conversation with Ava Swiss, America's Got Talent (AGT) 2022 semi-finalist. We hear about her journey which started after she sang her version of "Rise Up" in her hometown of Oxford, MI, after a tragic school shooting. Her emotional performance for her classmates and a town in mourning at a vigil was seen my many across the state, country, and world.

AGT scouts, realizing her talent, reached out with an invitation to perform on the show. That led to her a semi-finals appearance and performances in Las Vegas with AGT Superstars.

We also touch on her debut EP, "What is Real Love?", that was released earlier this year along with some other ambitions she is exploring.

Listen in to our conversation that was recorded at 20 Front Street in Lake Orion, MI.

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Travels East
Ryan Malott Ryan Malott

Travels East

We travel to the east side of Michigan for a weekend full of new interviews…and some awesome music by Isaac Ryder and Haskins!

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Core Values and Family from The American Hotel System
Jeff Wood Jeff Wood

Core Values and Family from The American Hotel System

The American Hotel System is a rock band from Grand Rapids, Michigan that aims to provoke the mind

through heartfelt lyrics and intentional musicality. The band has opened for Bon Jovi on their 2022 tour

and their music has been featured in Relix Magazine, BuzzMusic, CLOUT, and LEVELUP. They are two

time Music Prize finalists and Grand Champions of Music Prize 2022.

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Spooky Intro… Music, Venue Names, and Steaks
Jeff Wood Jeff Wood

Spooky Intro… Music, Venue Names, and Steaks

Ryan kicks off the Halloween season with a spooky intro. Jeff talks about his time at ⁠Sounds of the Zoo⁠ while Ryan talks about the upcoming ⁠Odd Space ⁠and ⁠Tess Clark⁠ show at ⁠Speciation Cellars⁠.

We talk about new music by ⁠Pink Sky⁠, ⁠Feeding Grizzlies⁠, and ⁠Jesse Ray and the Carolina Catfish⁠.

Our discussion about names for venues spills into names of ships. We find a little time to touch on the ⁠Sphere⁠ in Las Vegas and cooking up steaks.

Don't miss the shout out at the end for the ⁠Hudsonville Marching Band⁠.

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The American Hotel System
Jeff Wood Jeff Wood

The American Hotel System

The American Hotel System is a rock band from Grand Rapids, Michigan that aims to provoke the mind

through heartfelt lyrics and intentional musicality. The band has opened for Bon Jovi on their 2022 tour

and their music has been featured in Relix Magazine, BuzzMusic, CLOUT, and LEVELUP. They are two

time Music Prize finalists and Grand Champions of Music Prize 2022.

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