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Maria sits down with OKC's Speak, Memory to get to know the Okie post-rockers, learn about their 7-year hiatus, and their collaboration with Bartees Strange

Ryan and Noah of the denim-clad rockers The Fabulous Minx bring their big attitude and long history in Tulsa music to Press Play OK. They talk the history of the band, changes in Tulsa music, and what makes our music scene so great for locals.

Norman, Oklahoma native Beau Jennings talks about his time playing music across the nation, the pandemic’s effect on his music, new releases, and his propensity for unique projects.

Join the conversation with the Norman based songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Kat talks about her new album, Some Recurring Notes, as well as her experiences being a woman in the music scene.

In this episode of Press Play OK, Maria sits down with Tulsa singer and songwriter Briana Wright. Briana is a timeless talent, effortlessly shifting between the soul-drenched stylings of Nightingale and the emo pop attitude of Cliffdiver. She has played every landmark venue in Tulsa, sang in front of crowds of thousands, and with a new solo project on the way, she isn't stopping anytime soon.

Jesse Aycock is a multi-instrumentalist with a new album on Horton Records. He's been playing in Tulsa for decades, and has taken his diverse influences and used them to create something unique. Maria and Jesse sit down to talk the new Tulsa sound, Jesse's new self-titled album, and how he got his start in music. This podcast is made possible with help from Musician's Haven.

Maria talks with the frontman of eerie indie rockers TOOMBZ about the history of the band, horror movies, and how times have changed for musicians during the pandemic. Press Play OK is a deep dive into the lives of Oklahoma musicians and bands. This podcast is produced with support from Musician's Haven in Claremore.

Chad Malone has played in countless bands, toured the world, and been going to shows in Tulsa for over 30 years. His connection to many different styles and groups within the Tulsa music community is one of a kind. This episode gets his unique perspective on changes in Tulsa's music scene, the mindset it takes to switch genres, and much more.

Chris Combs talk his upcoming Combsy album, his work with Fire In Little Africa, and the time he spent with Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey.

Cody has done a lot in the Tulsa music community. From playing countless gigs to bands like Moai Broadcast and Grazzhopper, and even creating a music festival from scratch. Tip sits down with him to discuss influences, how he's adapting to COVID, and what's next.

Dreamy orchestral punk? Is that a genre? It is now, with OKC's stepmom. Lindsey talks about the personal touch she puts into her songwriting and where the musical project goes from here.

Support for this podcast comes from Musician's Haven in Claremore.

From noisecore to hip hop, Cult Love Sound Tapes puts out all types of music from bands across the world. Natty Gray is the co-founder of the label, noise artist, and musician. In this episode we touch on Tulsa's vast music scene, the philosophy behind noise, the physical medium in music, and bootlegging over 300 shows.

Tulsa's CLIFFDIVER may have invented elevator emo pop, but their lead singer Joey Duffy has also made an impact on countless people through his openness and encouragement on social media. Hannah sits down with Joey to talk mental health, emo, and disc golf.