KadmusArts Podcasts

John Melleky: A Fiesta In San Antonio

KadmusArts Podcasts — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:37:26 +0000

Fiesta San Antonio is a ten-day celebration featuring some one hundred events ranging from parades to music to food.

In this podcast we talk with CEO John Melleky about the rich history of Fiesta San Antonio, the community connections created by the non-profit organizations that sponsor events, and the stamina you’ll need to get through your bucket list for this festival!

Julia Weldon: Festival Memories

KadmusArts Podcasts — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 09:48:06 +0000

Brooklyn based indie-folk-pop artist Julia Weldon has been giving acclaimed heartfelt performances at Knitting Factory, Webster Hall, CMJ and BoulderFest. Her upcoming album release ‘Light is a Ghost’ is a fully orchestrated manifestation of her talent.

In this podcast Julia talks about starting out as a musician, simultaneously going to graduate school and performing, and some of her favorite festival memories.

Chris Berry: King of Me

KadmusArts Podcasts — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 05:14:54 +0000

Grammy award-winner Chris Berry is an eclectic singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and highly energetic performer. His upcoming album, King of Me, focuses in on his modified and amplified mbira, heart-felt lyrics and the Ivorian powerhouse Abou Diarrassouba on drum set.

In this podcast we talk with Chris about his eight years in Zimbabwe studying music, how he came to create this album and what makes for the sweet spot of live performance.

Julie Cain: Being Little Lonely

KadmusArts Podcasts — Mon, 27 May 2013 09:54:47 +0000

Missouri-born, Los Angeles-bred singer/songwriter Little Lonely provides a soundtrack for the forgotten American landscape on her eponymous debut album.

In this podcast we talk with Little Lonely (aka Julie Cain) about the every day encounters that inspire her music, the stellar group of musical collaborators who’ve contributed to her album and the constellation of musical enclaves that make up Los Angeles.

Emily Stengel: Greening Fests

KadmusArts Podcasts — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:59:32 +0000

C3 Presents creates and produces live experiences, concerts, and events including Austin City Limits Music Festival and Lollapalooza.

In this podcast we talk with C3 Events Services Manager Emily Stengel about the greening efforts C3 implements at events it produces, including Rock & Recycle, offsetting carbon credits, water refill stations and the use of biodiesel generators. Emily reflects on how expectations and standards have changed for festivals as well as audiences.

Dean Jones: Songwriting and the Malarkey Meter

KadmusArts Podcasts — Mon, 06 May 2013 10:36:47 +0000

Grammy award-winning producer and leading light of the “kindie” music explosion, Dean Jones is happy to release a new music album – ‘When the World Was New’. Best known for his work with Dog on Fleas and The Felice Brothers, this rare solo project is a chance for Dean to explore the honest joy of music geared toward young people.

In this podcast Dean talks about his own musical journey, his approach to song writing and kids’ well tuned “malarkey meter”. You can see Dean later this summer at Mountain Jam and Clearwater.

Brushy One String: Jamaican Blues

KadmusArts Podcasts — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:11:15 +0000

Veteran Jamaican bluesman Brushy One String has journeyed long and hard to get to where he’s at right now, which happens to be at Festival International de Louisiane and then on to JazzFest 2013. Buoyed by his guitar strings’ buzz and an array of percussive taps and knocks on the guitar’s body, Brushy evokes an honest and clean sound that has garnered new fans everywhere he goes.

In this podcast we talk with Brushy and his collaborator Luciano Blotta about musical influences, the videos that have grabbed everyone’s attention, and the kindness he’s found from fellow musicians he’s met on this current U.S. tour.

Video feature: Chicken In the Corn

Kimber Lee: Writing and the PoNY Fellowship

KadmusArts Podcasts — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 04:01:20 +0000

Lark Play Development Center and Playwrights of New York (PoNY) have awarded Kimber Lee the 2013-14 PoNY Fellowship, which provides over $100,000 in comprehensive career support, including housing, health insurance, a living stipend, and mentorship.

In this podcast we talk with Kimber about her career, her creative process and how this fellowship will help her move forward and contribute to American theater.

Zak Pashak: Growing Sled Island

KadmusArts Podcasts — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 04:01:33 +0000

Sled Island Festival in Calgary blasts past barriers that exist among fans, music, age groups and businesses, creating an amazing musical experience that encourages exploration and celebration of this great city’s culture.

In this podcast we talk with founder Zak Pashak about why he started the festival, the role of guest curators and the balancing act that festival bookers walk as they try to please everyone.

Steve Lurie: Clearwater and Pete Seeger

KadmusArts Podcasts — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 07:40:41 +0000

Clearwater’s Great Hudson River Revival unites major musical figures and green activism, building a creative community founded by Pete Seeger.

In this podcast we talk with festival director Steve Lurie about how he programs the festival. the dedication of over 1,000 volunteers who help run the event, and the enduring legacy of Pete Seeger who has sown the seeds of a new generation of activists.

Photo credit: Econosmith