23 - Ale Con podcast panel

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Art, Alex "Da Movie Guy" of 7th Row Center, and Charles McFall of the Bear Crawling Nation podcast network discuss the state of the world of podcasting on a panel at the Ale Con Performing Arts Convention in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. 42 minutes.

Art's comments: "Maybe I came across a little dark in tone, but I think the crowd 'got me.' It was a lot of fun and a big thanks to Three Quarter Ale for having me."

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Links:
Three Quarter Ale
Charles McFall's Bear Crawling Nation podcast network
Alex "Da Movie Guy" Autrey's 7th Row Center movie podcast

22 - Taj Turner, comedian

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First, Art updates you on exciting advancements in his podcasting career, such as being added to the iTunes store for real, joining Stitcher Smart Radio, and most importantly, his first public appearance as a podcasting star (details below)!

Then, rising comedian Taj Turner is welcomed to the studio. Turner shares his amazing story of leaving behind a troubled childhood in Sacramento, California on a Greyhound bus, to running for the Atlanta city council, photography, mixed martial arts, and finally, breaking into the Atlanta comedy scene. He also talks about his new comedy project, The Black Nerd Show. His story of self-reliance and humor is sure to intrigue you. 68 minutes.

Art's comments: "This interview has everything: funny stuff, serious stuff, nonsensical stuff. If I were browsing around for a podcast to download, I would definitely go with this one."

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Taj Turner links:
Taj Comedy.com
The Black Nerd Show
Taj's photography

Ale Con info:
General ALE CON info
Come see Art at ALE CON! Buy tickets here!

21 - Jeff Clark, rock critic/DJ/publisher

 

 

 

 

 

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Art talks about seeing The Mayor of Sunset Strip, the documentary film on legendary KROQ/Los Angeles radio personality Rodney Bingenheimer, and how this informed some of his questions for the show's guest.

The guest is Jeff Clark, longtime Atlanta rock critic, DJ and publisher of Stomp and Stammer. Clark joins Art at The Majestic to talk about his 30-plus years on the rock scene, from seeing R.E.M. at the old 688 club, to Album 88, an on-air stint at groundbreaking alternative rock station 99X, and publishing his own magazine. Clark also talks about reaction to the sometimes inflammatory tone of his writing that led to at least one bloody brawl with Brent Hinds, guitarist of Mastodon. He also addresses questions about the sometimes overt, conservative political bent of Stomp and Stammer, and the magazine's relationship with the Motor City Madman, Ted Nugent. 61 minutes.

Art's Comments: "Jeff Clark encapsulates 30 years of rock history from an Atlanta perspective. Whether you are a fan of alternative rock or not, there's a lot here for any music fan to bite into. He could easily be up there in the rock critic hall of fame next to Chuck, uh, Kurt Loder. Just try to overlook that I come across like Quentin Tarantino for the whole hour."

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Jeff Clark links:
Stomp and Stammer.com
WMLB-AM "The Voice of the Arts"
Clark's Occupy Atlanta editorial, reprinted in Creative Loafing - NOT misquoted!

20 - Michael Tobias, singer/songwriter

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It's our 20th anniversary show! Or our twentieth show, anyhow. No need to bring a present, just your ears.

First, Art shares a Facebook interaction with you surrounding the new "Abe Lincoln: Vampire Hunter" film. Then he debuts a new "sponsor."

The guest is Sacramento, California singer/songwriter Michael Tobias. He talks about growing up around indigenous blues music in Atlanta, and how he became inspired to mix blues, Hawaiian and Latin music with electronica to create his own unorthodox, original style. Songs included are "Go On!" and "Be Careful What You Do." 46 minutes.

Art's comments: "Etowah Wood Resources actually knows nothing about this show. Which is too bad, because this may be the best episode yet!"

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((( In stereo, where available! )))

Michael Tobias links:
Michael Tobias Music.com
Tobias Facebook page

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