Pluckin Strings With Ted and Alice Miller

We had the chance to sit down with Eric Beringer a few weeks back and talk shop. Eric's been a part of the music scene here in Yankton SD for quite some time and if you live in the area, chances are you've seen him around. Currently, he's part of a duo called Kings of Oblivion with James Dean (have you listened to James' podcast yet?)  and he also has a solo project called Eric Beringer Acoustic. We visited about his earlier bands 5 Star Diner and PostPosition and talked quite a bit about sound...like a LOT! It was fascinating and we're so happy we had the opportunity to get to know him better. Added bonus...he brought his guitar and played a song that hadn't been recorded until now. We're a little nervous and hope he gives us a thumbs up on this one!!

We've included links to his projects below and hope you check them out.

So without further ado...dig in and enjoy!!!

Wow! This was the first podcast we've gone into a little "Star Struck"! You not only get a conversation with the Rev. Peyton, but Washboard "Breezy" Peyton and Maxwell Senteney also joined in on the fun. How do you go from the being the fan to being the interviewer? Have fun finding out the answer to that question with us. We talk some things music and LOTS about fishing. 

Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band has built its reputation the long, slow, hard way. After 12 years of playing as many as 300 shows each year, Rev. Peyton, the world’s foremost country blues finger-style picker, along with the biggest little band in the country has pieced together one of the most dedicated followings out there. 

With all the power of a freight train, the Big Damn Band is known for its live shows. Rev. Peyton delivers guitar pyrotechnics the old fashioned way — ten fingers, a 6 string and an amp cranked at full tilt. In the country blues style, he plays the bass with his thumb, while picking the lead with his fingers at the same time. When he lifts the guitar behind his head to play there’s nothing but skill and 16 gauge nickel strings to make the sounds coming out of the speakers.

Beside him on stage are just two other people. His wife, “Washboard” Breezy Peyton playing with all the nuance and percussive power of a New Orleans drum line, and keeping the train moving is Max Senteney on a lean drum kit including a 5 gallon maple syrup bucket. Together they play Peyton’s wildman country blues that’s as much ZZ Top as it is Bukka White.

The 6th Meridian Hops Farm show blew us away and we can't wait to see them again. If you haven't checked out a show you need to do it!!! Seriously!!!!

We've included the link to their website. You can find everything Rev. Peyton's Big Damn Band related there...including their own podcast!

Special thanks to these guys for taking the time out of their busy schedule to sit down with us

It's not every day that you have the opportunity to sit down with an artist after they've played their very first full gig, and this episode highlights what that was like for Yuya (Will) Mix. This conversation took place shortly after he played his first gig in the Copper Room above Ben's Brewing Co. If you've listened to some of our podcasts in the past we're sure you've heard us mention Ben's Brewing Co. and the Copper Room numerous times. It's here that we met Yuya. Join us for a journey into Will's world of artistic expression and learn more about what it takes to hit the stage.  Keep him on your radar...we think he's got what it takes!!

Yuya Mix already has some great videos to share from the Open Mic series and his Tiny Desk Concert submission. Check em out at the links below along with Yuya's facebook page. 

We had the opportunity to sit down with Lil Red and the Medicated Moose (also known as Tiffany & Bryan Jurries) and talk all things music and some things not music. These two vibrant beings are not slowing down anytime soon! Their passion for music and each other shines through in every aspect,  and we think your going to fall in love with them as much as we did

In their words,  "Lil Red and the Medicated Moose Band is the story about how two awkward, bullied kids found each other and fell in love. They both also shared a love for writing, music, and creativity. Through and with each other they create on a whole new level. Watch as they try to escape the life that they are "supposed" to have and make some amazing things together". 

Bryan has also started his own Podcast called "The World Community". Join this community that is looking to be a positive force on the internet affected world. With the goal in mind to shine some light on positive news stories, tell the listeners about things that Bryan loves, and let the listeners know about people in the community that need our help, this will surely be a great one to add to your podcast player! We've provided a link below.

We're happy to have the opportunity to share this conversation with all of you. We had the pleasure of meeting James Dean this last year at an open mic here in Yankton. It was the first time we'd heard him play and it was NOT what we expected. James uses looping to create an amazing vibrational soundscape that takes the listener on a musical journey. It starts out with a single instrument and with the use of musical loops being superimposed on one another, taken in and out, and improvised and composed upon with rhythm and melodies, it builds into a complete symphony of sound. It's like painting with notes. In James' own words, " The growth of a musical composition in this form denies instant gratification and rather invites the listener on a gradual journey to fruition. As a tiny seed grows and blossoms into maturity. We couldn't have said it any better! 

Take a listen and learn about how buying a guitar at a Flea Market became the catalyst for bringing forth this amazing gift to all of us!

Thanks again to Ben Hanten for all of his help getting our podcast up and going, and for recognizing the value of original music!!

We've included the links below where you can subscribe, listen, watch and follow James' work. You know what to do...share and help him feel the love:)

We had a chance to sit down and talk all things music (and some things not music) with Drew Peterson.  Drew is an Independent Americana singer-songwriter who has captivated fans across the Midwest for over 15 years. Since fronting the Minnesota-based group Forty Watt Bulb, Peterson has spawned two other successful Roots projects; the twangy, upbeat Dead Pigeons and bluegrass-influenced Boxstore Bird.  Join us as we discover more about what it takes to be a successful songwriter and the ups and downs of making music a full time career. We hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did!