Space Is The Place

 

Greetings Dead Freaks!

On this episode, Bubba Ayoub joins to take us on a journey through Space. Bubba operates the @OTDISpace twitter account, makes synthesizer music, and runs light shows with video synthesis & manipulation and can be found on instagram as @juggableoffense. So buckle up as we launch into the outer limits and shine a light on the weirdest corners of Grateful Dead.

As I mentioned, Bubba makes video art and does production for live shows and webstreams. He kindly made a video for my recent Christmas single which you can see below:

Thank you for sticking with the show through 2021. I'm looking forward to more great stuff in 2022. 

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PG Six

 

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In this episode we welcome PG Six (aka  Pat Gubler) to the show to talk about his latest release, "PG Six / Louise Bock - All Summer Long Is Gone". But that's just a sliver of the ground we cover as he's not only an active member of Garcia Peoples and Wet Tuna, but there's more than twenty years of work to discuss! The conversation is augmented and followed by a few selections from his more recent work before I spin a nice slab of Grateful Dead.

"All Summer Long Is Gone" is a duo album billed as PG Six / Louise Bock and is available on cassette from Feeding Tube Records here. The solo, live, album PG Six "Live At the Tavern" is also available from Feeding Tube Records. It's on vinyl as was as a digital download via Bandcamp.

If you're looking for more Wet Tuna, the quickest path to enlightenment is via the Wet Tuna Bandcamp page. The "Eau To A Fake Bookie" physical release that we discuss is available there or go directly to it here. Looking for Garcia Peoples?  They have a bandcamp page too, which features the upcoming album, "Dodging Dues", which is out in early January 2022.

You can find PG Six's releases on Drag City over on that label's artist page, here.

There's no Bandcamp page for the long defunct Tower Recordings but I wish you luck in your journey.

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Moviola

Greetings Dead Freaks!

Episode 102 features Ted Hattemer of Columbus Ohio's Moviola. They've recently released their tenth album, "Broken Rainbows" on Anyway Records. We discuss the record, what it's like to be in a band for decades, Punk Rock, Ted's time seeing Grateful Dead in the 80's and so much more. 

After everything was recorded and ready, Moviola announced that they are releasing the film of their September 24th performance of Broken Rainbows at The Wexner Center For The Arts in Columbus, Ohio. You can hear us discuss this in the episode and see the trailer now. The full performance will be available on their bandcamp page for Bandcamp Friday, 12/3. In the meantime, check out their other great music and learn more at their website, MoviolaMusic.com.

You can find Ted Hattemer's solo work and all the other things he's doing via his webpage TedHattemer.com.

After the interview, I share some recent Dead & Company and some good ol' Grateful Dead.

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Jeffrey Alexander & The Heavy Lidders

 

Greetings, Dead Freaks!

We return with another chat with Jeffrey Alexander. He's previously been on not once, but twice (eps. 32 & 61) and returns here to discuss his latest record, waiting out covid, the end of his Grateful Dead touring days, how he fell into the radio business and more.

The record, released under the name Jeffrey Alexander and The Heavy Lidders, is entitled, "Elixor of Life" and is out now on Centripedal Force Records. You can find it on Bandcamp, of course. You can find a wealth of other releases as well as the subscription link on Jeffrey Alexander's own Bandcamp page.

Also, don't sleep on the terrific reissue of Iditarod's "the Ghost, the Elf, the Cat and the Angel" available from Feeding Tube. 

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Howlin' Rain

 

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On this episode I've got a great conversation with Ethan Miller of Howlin' Rain. We talk about their latest album, The Dharma Wheel, along with some of Miller's other projects, background, and of course, Grateful Dead. After the chat, stay tuned for a terrific track from Howlin' Rain and a great mix of Dead tunes.

The Dharma Wheel comes out Friday, October 8, and is available wherever you like to get your music including my favorite; Bandcamp. Check it out at https://howlinrain.bandcamp.com/

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Steve Gunn

Greetings Dead Freaks!

Here on the latest episode, I speak with Steve Gunn about his latest album, "Other You", the benefits of collaboration, and moving effortlessly between songcraft and improvised music. You'll hear a cut from the new record as well as a hefty slab of Grateful Dead.

"Other You" is out now on Matador Records. You can find it wherever records are sold and/or streamed as well as on the Matador Record Website and Steve Gunn's bandcamp: stevegunn.bandcamp.com.

His most recent Gunn/Truscinski Duo album, Soundkeeper, can be found via Three Lobed Recordings, also on bandcamp.

Steve Gunn's thoughts on the passing of Michael Chapman can be found on the always excellent Aquarium Drunkard: here.

As I mentioned on the show, please don't hesitate to reach out, via email, twitter, or in the comments below, if you have listening recommendations  from the current Dead & Co. tour. I look forward to hearing from you.

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Powers/Rolin Duo

 

Greetings Dead Freaks!

This week I have Jen Powers & Mathew Rolin of the Powers/Rolin Duo on the show. We talk about improvised music, their work as a duo, individually, and their new album with Jayson Gerycz (Cloud Nothings). After our chat, I spin a lengthy mix of Grateful Dead because, what could be better?

"Lamplighter" from Gerycz/Powers/Rolin is out on Friday, September 3 and you can get your copy via Bandcamp. Their previous release, "Beacon" can also be found on Bandcamp at this link. Both are outstanding and highly recommended.

You can also grip the terrific record from the Powers/Rolin Duo, "Strange Fortune" from this Bandcamp page. 

Matthew Rolin cites his own bandcamp page a couple times, and I think he's referring to this one. 

That's a lot of links.

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Dave Harrington of Darkside

 

Greetings, Dead Freaks!

On this episode, I am joined by Dave Harrington. Dave has a lot of musical irons in the fire but his band, Darkside, has returned from hiatus with a new album entitled, Spiral. We talk about putting the duo back together, improvisation, Dave's numerous other projects and, of course, Grateful Dead. 

After the chat, there is a heavy dose of 1974 Dead to keep your head right for late July. Nothing beats the heat like blowing your mind. 

Be sure to check out Spiral, the latest from Darkside, on your favorite streaming platform, directly from Matador Records, or on Bandcamp. You can find Dave's Big Shapes Vol. 1 and lots of other great music at DHGroup.bandcamp.com.

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July Mix

 

Greetings, Dead Freaks!

I've got a fresh episode today with no guests and no reason for being other than to entertain all of you. There's not a lot of talk here this time, either, other than to direct you to my guest spot  on the Deeper Listening Podcast which, I believe, will be out this week. So, if you want to hear more of my voice, make sure you follow them on Twitter or subscribe at Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. 

The mix this week has some great songs, deep jams, and no conscious theme. That said, I think it hangs together pretty well. I hope you enjoy it.

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June Jams

 

Greeting Dead Freaks!
No guest this go-round just you and me, some music recommendations and the Good Old Grateful Dead.

First off, let me share the links to the great music I discuss at the top of the episode:

Daniel Bachman's album, "Axacan" can be found on the Three Lobed Recordings bandcamp page: ThreeLobed.bandcamp.com

Yasmin Williams' album "Urban Driftwood" is available via her bandcamp page. Or via Spinster Sounds.

Tiny Lights, the new band featuring my dear friend Andy Barnes (frequent past & future guest of this show), has their new single, "You're Going Down" on their page: TinyLightsRVA.bandcamp.com. Watch for their full album to drop soon.

And lastly, my new single and my first physical record, is available at my very own bandcamp page: jmhart.bandcamp.com.

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Buck Curran

 Greetings Dead Freaks! In this episode I chat with Buck Curran, a terrific musician known for his work as one half of Arborea as well as his more recent, excellent, solo work. His third solo album, No Love Is Sorrow, is a lovely release that came out as the pandemic took hold. Buck spoke to me from his home in Bergamo, Italy where he has weathered the pandemic and things are just now starting to reopen. In addition to his music and the madness of the past year we talked about his early influences, English Folk, and even some of our shared stomping grounds from many years ago. After the chat, there's a healthy dose of Grateful Dead waiting for you.

Buck Curran's music with Arborea is available via Arborea.Bandcamp.com. His solo work as well as things like the Jack Rose compilation and the Martin Simpson workshop recording can be found via his label, Obsolete Recordings, also on Bandcamp at ObsoleteRecordings.Bandcamp.com. Or you can go directly to Now Love Is Sorrow by following this link.

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John Andrews

 

Greetings Dead Freaks!

I had the pleasure of chatting with John Andrews about the upcoming John Andrews & The Yawns album, "Cookbook". We talk about growing up in New Jersey, playing in Quilt and Woods, and so much more. After the chat and a lovely sample from the album, I've got a terrific mix of Grateful Dead music for you.

You can purchase physical editions of "Cookbook" direct from the label, Woodsist at woodsist.com. Of course, digital purchase is possible via Bandcamp at johnandrewsyawns dot bandcamp com.

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April Mix

 

Greetings Dead Freaks!

This episode is simple. A quick word from me to you with some album recommendations and other business and then it's straight into a big old mix of Grateful Dead music. Spring is here and the time is right for relaxing on the porch in the cool evening sun with some tunes. Here's hoping you can do just that.

You can find the album "Seafarin' & Backporchin'" from Sky Burrow Tales on the Feathered Coyote Bandcamp page. You can find John Andrews  and The Yawns' album, "Cookbook" on John Andrews' Bandcamp page.

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The Modern Folk

Greetings Dead Freaks.

We've got a great chat with Josh Moss of The Modern Folk. Josh's music ranges from gentle folk to, well, out there and covers a lot of points in between. We talk about his recent and upcoming releases and spin a huge mix of Grateful Dead.

I also take a few minutes to remember the late Rick Harris. Known for his work on the brilliant Thoughts On The Dead blog, Rick passed recently and he will be sorely missed. If you're not familiar with his work, please head over to https://www.thoughtsonthedead.com and check it out. Go Easy, Rick.

The Modern Folk has a vast catalog. Among the most recent is "Primitive Future/Lyran group" from Eiderdown Records. You can also find his "American Mountain" tape (only a couple left!) and so much more at themodernfolk.bandcamp.com.

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Donna Jean Godchaux McKay

 

Greetings Dead Freaks!

For this episode I am proud to share my conversation with the one and only Donna Jean Godchaux  McKay. Donna Jean has just released a terrific remix of a song that she's previously recorded with Jeff Mattson (Dark Star Orchestra, Zen Tricksters) under the name,  Donna Jean and the Tricksters. The song is called "Shelter" and we discuss that, some Grateful Dead stuff and more. Then I spin the new remix and a bunch of other great music from Keith & Donna Band and the good old Grateful Dead.

You can find "Shelter" from Donna Jean and the Tricksters on your favorite streaming platforms or by heading over to https://donnajeanandthetricksters.hearnow.com. Jeff Mattson can be found at jeffmattson.net. Please do follow those links and stream the song and send it to a friend.

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Jerry Grillo on Col Bruce Hampton

Greetings Dead Freaks! This week, I welcome Jerry Grillo, journalist and author of a terrific new biography about the late, legendary, Col. Bruce Hampton. The book is called The Music And Mythocracy of Col. Bruce Hampton - A Basically True Biography and it is set to be released in April 1 by the University of Georgia Press. We talk about the book, dig into the man, the music, and the mystery that was the Colonel. After our chat you'll hear a mix of Hampton Grease Band, Aquarium Rescue Unit, and more.

You can find Jerry Grillo's excellent book wherever books are sold so, ask you favorite local bookseller or can place your order via Bookshop.org or Amazon.com.

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Chicago 81

 

Greetings Dead Freaks!

I'm keeping it simple this week, as we slide into March, with a look back 40 years to the last few days of February, 1981. Chicago's Uptown Theater hosted it's final run of Grateful Dead shows on 2/26-28/1981 and great things went down each night. I get into some of the highlights and then let the tunes do the talking with an extended mix of music from the run. Here's hoping the tunes keep you warm.

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Dreaming of The Cap

 Greetings, Dead Freaks!

This time around I am joined by my friend, Lorien, to talk about the great run from 50 years ago this week at The Cap in Portchester, NY. Lorien is a student of the Grateful Dead and also did the research on one unique aspect of these shows; the E.S.P. experiments. We get into all of that and spin some great tunes for  you so sit back, relax your mind, and enjoy!

Don't sleep on the Drew Gardner album that I mentioned in the intro. You can find "S/T" on tape and digital download via Eiderdown Records on Bandcamp. https://eiderdownrecords.bandcamp.com/album/s-t

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Brad Farberman of Middle Blue

 

Greetings, Dead Freaks!

For this new episode,  I chat with guitarist, Brad Farberman. Brad plays with Middle Blue, Big Feet, and more. He's also producing a monthly compilation called "Stay In Shape" to benefit music venues that have been shut down due to coronavirus. Brad's music resides somewhere near the intersection of jazz, funk, and jam and, to compliment this, I've selected some live Jerry Garcia performances from similar zones.

The "Stay In Shape" compilation comes out on Feb 5, and you'll be able to get it from bradfarberman.bandcamp.com. It features more that 20 artists from all over the country and, for February, benefits Greenpoint/Brooklyn's Troost. 


Middle Blue released a great live album this past year called "Weird Funk In Small Bars". You can find it at middleblue.bandcamp.com. Brad's group Big Feet, which is a collaboration with 75 Dollar Bill's Rick Brown, released a new album last year as well. Both "On The Ground" and their live album can be found at bigfeetnyc.bandcamp.com. Lastly, Brad's collaboration with Daniel Carter and Billy Martin, "Just Don't Die", can be picked up at danielcarterbradfarbermanbillymartin.bandcamp.com.

Allow me to remind you that the Brokedown Podcast is part of the Osiris Media. Osiris is creating a community that connects people like you with podcasts and live experiences about artists and topics you love. Sign up for the newsletter at OsirisPod.com to stay in the loop. Also, Osiris Media works in partnership with JamBase, which connects music fans with the music they love and empowers them to go see live music. Check them out at JamBase.com.

Don't forget to follow the @BrokedownPod twitter account for regular news, live tweetstorms of shows as I listen, and other minutiae. We also have an Instagram account with the same handle. If you like pictures of things, you can find that here: BrokedownPod Instagram. Also, if you use iTunes, please consider posting a review as it really help get the word out.

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Time Travel

 

Greetings Dead Freaks!

We've reached a new year and what better way to mark the coming of a new year than to toss away our calendars and journey back in time. My guest this episode is Brad Tenbrook, co-founder of the Helping Friendly Podcast and my co-host there and on the upcoming Osiris Media podcast, Undermine. Brad and I take several trips through time to visit a mess of terrific shows from the first twenty years of Grateful Dead. Come for the great jams and stay for the time travel jokes. Brad and I have selected a bunch of songs for your listening pleasure.

Allow me to remind you that the Brokedown Podcast is part of the Osiris Media. Osiris is creating a community that connects people like you with podcasts and live experiences about artists and topics you love. Sign up for the newsletter at OsirisPod.com to stay in the loop. Also, Osiris Media works in partnership with JamBase, which connects music fans with the music they love and empowers them to go see live music. Check them out at JamBase.com.

Don't forget to follow the @BrokedownPod twitter account for regular news, live tweetstorms of shows as I listen, and other minutiae. We also have an Instagram account with the same handle. If you like pictures of things, you can find that here: BrokedownPod Instagram. Also, if you use iTunes, please consider posting a review as it really help get the word out.

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