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Julia Dasey – Aug 14, 2024

Wow! I don't want to toot my own horn (or take any credit for the raw talent of Jules' band!) but this recording came out SO well. I know I am going to be listening to it a lot now that I can stream it easily. Julia Dasey, and the Jules band as a whole, are fun, talented, and best described as "Jules". It is Jules music for Jules people, so give it a listen and enjoy!

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Mariposa – Jul 31, 2024

Check out my interview with local Boston indie group Mariposa about a week after I saw them at this fantastic basement show (captured by dedicated local documentarian Osprey Corporation) for their self-titled debut EP. If you like indie and alternative rock, give 'em a listen!

Goodway Studios – Jul 24, 2024

I love Goodway Studios. When you see Mo and Ian and their helpers wearing Goodway Studios shirts at a show, you know it's going to sound good. Plus, they're the nicest guys around! When I got serious about wriggling my way into Boston's music scene, these two were the first to remember my name and welcome me into the fold. If you're interested in seeing what these guys do and how they do it, check out the Goodway Studios YouTube channel!
I can't include the copyrighted music we played on air but check out our collaborative playlist WMFO 7/24/24 (Goodway Studios!) to follow along.

TELL – Jul 10, 2024

Check out my interview with Boston musical veterans David Wildman and Jim Foster from TELL after their performance on WMFO's longest running local music show, On the Town with Mikey Dee. It was a pleasure hearing their perspective on today's Boston scene!

The Infinite Wet Secret – Jul 10, 2024

It's not unusual for me to get really excited about local bands. Maybe there's something in the water, maybe Boston has a really incredible crop of musicians and a less-than-perfect-but-nonetheless-functional underground music scene, or maybe it's like how local produce just tastes better... But I think that The Infinite Wet Secret is one of the most exciting new bands in the Boston music scene. They pull in surf rock, psych, prog, and a dozen other genres into one infinite and wet secret... Keep an eye out for upcoming gigs and give them a listen!

Makeout Palace – Jul 03, 2024

Check out my interview with the iconic Boston indie rockers, Makeout Palace! I know these folks from their raucous underground shows around Boston's music scene and it was a pleasure having them in the studio to chat with me before their performance on On the Town with Mikey Dee!

Jared Goldman – Jul 03, 2024

Sorry for the long uploading hiatus! Here's my interview with and acoustic set by Jared Goldman of the bands Further Notice and Bird Alert. When he's not working on his own music, Jared brings local music to the people with Camberville Music!

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The Nut – Jun 26, 2024

Listen to The Nut's radio debut on Highly Recommended on WMFO Tufts' freeform radio station. I've been very excited to release this session. I hope that you enjoy this interview and acoustic performance from local singer songwriter Liz Meier as much as I did back in June (or as much as I'm enjoying it as I write this)!

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Almira Ara – Jun 19, 2024

Last but certainly not least, Almira Ara wraps up our local acoustic musician mini-series on the hottest night of 2024 here in Boston. Although, I was already fading by my fifth hour on air, Almira's beautiful mix of rock, R&B, and folk energized me for one more hour of lovely local music.

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Talia Rose – Jun 19, 2024

Carrying on the three artist acoustic series on the hottest day of the summer, Boston based singer/songwriter Talia Rose was a breath of fresh air in the very warm studio at WMFO.

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Amanda Leifer – Jun 19, 2024

With a ridiculous heat index of 108°F, Amanda Leifer, of KovaTova, didn't need to bring the heat with this acoustic performance... But I certainly wasn't going to stop her! Amanda powered through the heat wave and gave us one hell of a performance from Studio A at WMFO in Medford.

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Little Miss Echo – Jun 06, 2024

Join me as I talk with the crew behind local psychedelic rock group, Little Miss Echo, a couple of days before their debut album release. It was a pleasure having them in the studio and their album release show was incredible. Keep an eye (and an ear!) on these guys!

Bermuda Search Party – May 15, 2024

Catch my interview with Leo, Clair, Hoyt, Macklan, and Steven of Bermuda Search Party after their live studio session on On the Town with Mikey Dee right here on 91.5FM WMFO in Medford.

We've got jokes, we've got a car accident, we've got sound effects, fun facts, a Transformers headcanon, and lots and lots of laughs!

THIS IS THE LAST EPISODE WITH SQUEAKY CHAIRS! THANK YOU TO MACKLAN/HOYT FOR THE VALVE OIL, IT HAS BEEN INCREDIBLE!!!

Hereboy – May 15, 2024

On this episode of Highly Recommended, Sarah (Sarge) Gyurina of Hereboy, joins me in the WMFO studio for an acoustic session and interview. Sit back, relax, and bask in the warm glow of her vocals and guitar-work. It was a pleasure having her in the studio! (P.S. this is the second to last interview with squeaky chairs!!!! I promise!)

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Levitation Room – May 13, 2024

Join me and the members of Levitation Room for a wild ride of a conversation! After an incredible performance at The Rockwell in Davis Square, the guys from Levitation Room agreed to meet me at the radio station and here's the result. I hope you also enjoy our antics!

(PS I've since fixed the squeaky chairs... Sorry!)

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Trash Rabbit – Apr. 24, 2024

Listen to my interview with Trash Rabbit as we discuss their music, gigs, and take an unexpected caller.

Winkler – Apr. 17, 2024

Check out my interview with one of my favorite local groups: Winkler! This interview was conducted right after their live radio session on On the Town with Mikey Dee at WMFO, Tufts' freeform radio station.

Salty Greyhound – Apr. 10, 2024

I had the pleasure of interviewing Salty Greyhound on the eve of the eve of their first album release in five years! Find out more about them and their self-titled album right here!

Free Rock – Apr. 03, 2024

Join me for a conversation with Jacob Keplinger, Jackson Keplinger, and Liz Siegal from Free Rock as we discuss music, inspiration, ADHD, and their twelfth studio album, Free Rock Express.

Edward Glen – Mar. 27, 2024

In the second half of my March 27 double header, Edward Glen joins me before their live performance on On the Town with Mikey Dee.

Lex Walton – Mar. 27, 2024

An interview and solo acoustic set with Boston, MA local musician Lex Walton!

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Real Gone – Mar. 20, 2024

This week, join me for a quick interview with Real Gone, a Boston, MA based band playing vintage rock 'n' roll, rockabilly, and rhythm and blues. This interview was conducted following Real Gone's live session on On the Town with Mikey Dee.

Trae Sheehan (Acoustic Set) – Mar. 13, 2024

This week, I am joined by local-indie-folk-rock-troubadour, Trae Sheehan. If you like acoustic guitar, harmonica, and learning about the fun backstories behind your favorite artists' songs then look no further: this is the podcast episode for you!

Lessa and the Mores – Mar. 06, 2024

Here is a band to keep an eye on: Lessa and the Mores are an up-and-coming Boston based quintet playing indie-pop infused rock music. Check out this interview and find out a bit more about their approach to music, how they all met, and how they've been fitting into the Boston music scene.

Coco Elise (AU) – Feb. 28, 2024

Listen to my interview with Josh Ellis, the frontman of Coco Elise (AU). Coco Elise is a collosal dreamy indie / psychedelic rock band which is both laconic and loquacious (and many other great SAT words, as discussed within). Hailing from Perth, Australia, the farthest city in the entire world from our radio station here in Boston, Coco Elise occupies 30% of the Southern Hemisphere and they have their sights set on the rest of the world!

[REDACTED] Allston Basement Organizer – Jan. 31, 2024

Published on February 13, 2024

This week, join Mellow Max for an inside look at one of the personalities keeping the Boston DIY music and arts scene ticking as he chats with the organizer behind an iconic Allston basement venue. What does it take to keep a venue running? Why do they do it? And how do they balance good music and good times while staying underground? A recent article about the scene may have put a damper on things... but DIY music and art is a Boston staple and it's here to stay.

Bermuda Search Party – Jan. 24, 2024

Published on January 25, 2024

This week on Highly Recommended, Claire and Leo from Bermuda Search Party (FKA The Q-Tip Bandits) joined me in the studio for their first interview as Bermuda Search Party to discuss their recent name change, new releases, life, music, inspiration, and beyond!

These two talented songwriters are a mainstay of the Boston music scene -- when they're not playing their own gigs, they can be found rocking out in the audience supporting other local musicians. And on top of all that, they're extremely intelligent, well-spoken people. Come sit in the room with me for this conversation with Claire and Leo.

Little Fuss – Jan. 17, 2024

Published on January 19, 2024

This week, I welcomed Little Fuss back to the WMFO studio for an interview on Highly Recommended. Little Fuss is a Boston based art pop / indie rock / generally genre defying group comprised of Olive Martinez, Cody Von Lehmden, Delia Martin, and Vitor Oliveira. With anecdotes as fun as their music, it was truly a pleasure to make this episode.

Chloe Crystal Taylor – Jan. 17, 2024

Published on January 19, 2024

Keeping me going through my five hour radio marathon on January 17, 2024 (7pm - midnight!), was local singer-songwriter Chloe Crystal Taylor. Carrying on the On the Town with Mikey Dee tradition for live, local music, Chloe played an acoustic set from Studio A. She was perfectly comfortable singing and chatting with me live on the WMFO airwaves and I never would have guessed it was her first radio appearance if she hadn't told me! And it was my first time acting as a DJ and a live sound engineer simultaneously! Thank you Chloe for the very special live performance.

SARIKA – Jan. 10, 2024

Published on January 16, 2024

Listen to the live radio interview with Boston-based folk/pop singer SARIKA, first aired on 91.5FM WMFO January 10, 2024.

I had the privilege of seeing SARIKA perform on Jan 5, 2024 at the Rockwood Boston near Fenway Park. Rockwood is a fairly new venue and it is on the small-ish side which makes it the perfect spot to catch up-and-coming local acts before they hit it big! I believe that's the course SARIKA is on. She may be new to the music scene, but she has the stage presence of a seasoned veteran: confident and in control of the crowd, yet warm and relatable. Her music is a mix of upbeat optimism and poppy refrains with a grounding dose of melancholy. And she is not afraid to engage with her fans, even when it comes to short-notice cover requests (as she discussed in the interview).

Give her music a listen, check out this interview, and make sure to buy a ticket for her next gig!

Vero Strange – Dec. 6, 2023

Published on January 16, 2024

It was my pleasure to welcome WMFO alum Dan Fisher back onto the airwaves to talk about his new project, Vero Strange, and their new single That's Just Speed. Beyond the interview, Dan spoiled us with several unreleased demos for upcoming tracks. Keep your eyes open for them in the coming months!

Amyl and the Sniffers – Oct. 8, 2018

Published on January 15, 2024

Amyl and the Sniffers had just finished their gig at the Middle East Upstairs in Cambridge, MA when I approached them, "Hey, I have a radio show in a couple of hours... Want to come on for an interview?" Lead singer Amy Taylor replied, "Go ask our tour manager, Spike." I did and when Spike asked if the band was keen, I assured him, "Oh yeah, they're keen!"

With Spike's number in my phone, I left the venue feeling star-struck, excited, and just a little jumbled by the mosh pit. About ten minutes later, it hit me that I was going to be interviewing Amyl and the Sniffers in less than two hours!

The day before, I was just another Junior at Tufts University... but tonight I was preparing for a live radio interview (my first ever) with legendary Australian punk group, Amyl and the Sniffers!