19 - Just Art

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Art has no guest, but that doesn't stop the entertainment train from chugging down the track! No, sir!

First, he shares the demo he recorded for a traffic reporting job with you, and solicits your critique (perhaps by using the new "Record a Comment" button in the upper right-hand corner of this page). Next, the sound of mariachi music wafts through the neighborhood, adding some hot salsa to already hot summer nights. Finally, it's a round of "Celebrity Tweets" as Art reads celebrity Tweets and his replies (it's more interesting than it sounds...maybe).

Finally, keep listening for a great song from the Emma Gibbs Band called "As I Walk On." 26 minutes. NOTE: Explicit language.

Art's comments: "Of all the guests I've had, I've certainly been the most delightful. I came prepared with some great stories, told in my usual pithy, engaging fashion. Anyone who listens to this episode will be intrigued to know more about me. No doubt I'm someone we'll be hearing great things about in the future."

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Link for Richard Upchurch of The Emma Gibbs Band: brand new noise | things heard seen and imagined

18 - Six Shot Revival, hard rock band

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Once again the At Night mobile truck goes live on the scene. This time it's up-and-coming hard rock band Six Shot Revival, live from Smith's Olde Bar. Songs performed are "Snake Eyes," "Money in My Pocket," "Under the Gun" and "Hard Up."

Then, Art chats with Six Shot Revival singer Marc Manley Phillips at The Majestic, the iconic Atlanta diner. They discuss the band's history, the new rock scene and Six Shot's relationships with heavy hitters like Lynyrd Skynyrd and Black Oak Arkansas. 54 minutes. NOTE: Explicit language.

Art's comments: "I've been looking forward to interviewing Six Shot Revival for a long time. Whereas most new bands pattern themselves on Panic! at the Disco or 30 Seconds to Mars, these guys are doing rock n' roll the right way! I just think maybe I should leave off the adult beverages before I interview in the future. I'm a little obnoxious."

This episode IN STEREO, where available!

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Six Shot Revival links:
Six Shot Revival.com
YouTube page
Facebook page
Live review from GSB

Also:
Smith's Olde Bar
The Majestic

17 - Gnomonaut

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For the first time ever, the At Night mobile truck goes live, on site at a club! You'll drink the beers, smell the smoke*, and rock out to the music, just as it happened.

The guest is self-described "progressive space rock" band Gnomonaut, who perform tracks from their debut album, The Chronocosm. Songs performed include "Bekajamir," "ManBearPig," "Beard Mudding (1/4)," and "The Chronocosm."

But first, shred guitar instructor Doug Steele calls in to talk about a special offer for those who want to learn Sammy Hagar-era Van Halen songs. 42 minutes. NOTE: Explicit language.

Art's comments: "As a savvy broadcaster, I know the path to a massive listenership is paved with instrumental progressive rock. Its appeal is as universal as chocolate ice cream. Really, though, this makes two episodes in a row where I feel almost totally satisfied with the end result. I've listened to this one twice myself. This show is definitely improving."

NOTE: Explicit language, and IN STEREO, where available!

* Actually most Atlanta bars have a no smoking policy now, but for effect, we'll pretend it was smoky.

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Doug Steele links: Learn Shred Guitar.com, DougFKCNSteele.com

Gnomonaut links: Gnomonaut.com, Gnomonaut on Facebook

16 - Doug Steele, guitarist for Alarum

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Is Chaz Bono's sex change bringing about the end times? It's "The Politically Incorrect Minute" as Art ponders the possibility when he recounts a discussion with a Buy Gold kiosk operator at the mall.

Next, Doug Steele returns to talk about his new job as guitarist for the progressive metal band Alarum and their upcoming Australian and European tours. 49 minutes.

Art's comments: "I would swear this show is getting better and better. Doug has been one of the most popular guests so far and he doesn't disappoint this go-around, either. His story of achieving his dream in his 40's is pretty inspiring."

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Doug Steele links:
Alarum.com
Doug on YouTube
Learn Shred Guitar.com
DougFCKNSteele.com

15 - Dulcé Sloan, comedian

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Art declares a college degree worthless after having to pay $4 to park at his alma mater, when as an alumni, he's sure it should be free.

Guest is quickly rising Atlanta comedian Dulcé Sloan. Sloan and Art discuss Sloan's rapid rise in the burgeoning Atlanta comedy scene, whether or not there is such a thing as "talking black," and opening for big-name comedians like Greg Proops and Bobcat Goldthwait. 65 minutes. NOTE: Explicit language.

Art's comments: "Dulcé impressed me with her strong stage presence and confidence when I saw her open for Bobcat Goldthwait in January. The sputtering and stammering I do during the interview drives me insane, but oh, well, in spite of me, this may still be a 'keeper' as one of Dulcé's first interviews ever, after she gets her hit sitcom."

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Dulcé Sloan links:
Profile at Rooftop Comedy.com
Original videos, including "Sh*t Angry Black Women Say"
Dulcé Sloan.com

14 - Dan Campbell, progressive rock/country violinist

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Art talks about re-Tweets (or as he likes to call them, "Twitter endorsements") he's gotten from Washington, D.C. power players. Yes!

The guest is Dan Campbell, a progressive rock/country violinist who has traveled the world with country recording artist Buddy Jewell, among others. He talks about his journey from playing frat parties in Alabama with his jam/prog band, Iratowns, to performing in Italy, China and Iraq as a country music pro. The Iratowns song "Green Man" from their 1998 CD A Series of Clicks and Whistles is included. 40 minutes.

Art's comments: "I hope people will realize that if my Tweets are good enough for Paul Begala, they should be more than good enough for them. As for Dan, what can you say? He makes the magic happen!"

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NOTE: This interview was conducted by phone and partially recorded with Google Voice, so there are some flaws in the audio. Do not adjust your sets, remove your earbuds, or destroy your MP3 player.

Dan Campbell links:
Buddy Jewell on Amazon.com
With Frank Zappa tribute band, Bogus Pomp

13 - Riffguy, YouTube guitar star

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Art talks about the Jane's Addiction concert he saw the preceding week, his very brief meeting with Perry Farrell, and how the show exceeded his expectations.

The guest is YouTube guitar star, Riffguy. Riffguy shares a taste of his extraordinary guitar skills and talks about how he acquired them, his RGM signature guitar from King Blossom Guitars, and life as a YouTube celebrity. 49 minutes.

Art's comments: "I've been looking forward to this interview ever since I started the podcast. After you listen to this guy play, you can puzzle with me over how he can get 5 million YouTube views, and yet be missed by apparently everyone in the music business. Hey, Judas Priest: I've got your K.K. Downing replacement right here!"

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Riffguy links:
The YouTube page, where it all started
Riffguy on ReverbNation (music for sale)
Riffguy King Blossom signature guitar
Riffguy on $199 guitar and amp package

12 - Hard Rock Chick, discussion of Regular Guys mention

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Art talks about the recent spotlight the show received from the Regular Guys radio show in Atlanta. He also reads a listener letter from Poland.

The guest is Hard Rock Chick of HardRockChick.com. She brings Art up to speed on music since 1992, and talks about going to Clive Davis' Grammy party shortly after the death of Whitney Houston. 68 mins.

Art's comments: "My old Regular Guys story might run a little long, but it was definitely one of the most exciting days of my life. Hard Rock Chick is good natured about putting up with me. She's like Martha Quinn and Rikki Rachtman rolled into one."

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Links:
Art's freelance writing archive (partial), Regular Guys press release

Hard Rock Chick links:
HardRockChick.com
Hard Rock Chick at the Grammy's