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!
Set List:
- 00:00 — Intro
- 04:11 — My Body
- 16:17 — SONG FOR THE SAD PART OF A ROM COM
- 32:40 — CROSS YOUR FINGERS
- 48:04 — CONTROL
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!
Set List:
- 00:00 — Intro
- 01:42 — Your Love
- 06:40 — Doggone Blues
- 10:00 — Long Walk
- 13:45 — Basically Strangers
- 18:13 — I-40 Line
- 27:13 — Jill's Song
- 31:04 — Kick it
- 35:00 — Without You
- 39:41 — Joanna
- 43:00 — Like Dew
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)!
Set List:
- 00:00 — Intro
- 03:07 — Agnes
- 05:38 — Half Awake
- 15:46 — Tectonic
- 28:10 — Anodyne
- 38:33 — Kingpin
- 47:55 — Angel Wings
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.
Set List:
- 00:00 — Intro
- 01:57 — Lost / Found
- 11:25 — Object Permanence
- 17:32 — Child of Our Time
- 26:15 — Talkin' About a Revolution
- 33:45 — Little Black Girl Radiating Light
- 45:33 — 444ever
- 49:35 — Love Like Yours
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.
Set List:
- 00:00 — How Could I Go
- 08:07 — Columbus, Ohio
- 14:55 — Can You Believe
- 21:46 — Scrape Her Knees
- 29:13 — In August
- 33:59 — Painted Green
- 40:05 — Lexapro Lover
- 46:27 — Anyone Can Be A Gardener
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.
Set List:
- 00:00 — Introductions
- 01:08 — I'll Be Yours If You'll Be Mine
- 05:19 — Ovi's Tune
- 16:34 — Tomato Soup
- 20:54 — Growing Up
- 32:57 — Overthink
- 38:46 — Bike Lane
- 44:37 — Give Me Your Attention
- 48:29 — You Can Give Me Away
- 54:02 — Perspective
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!)
Set List:
- 00:20 — Generous
- 10:10 — What you Want
- 12:45 — For Granted
- 21:31 — Chosen One
- 24:35 — Swim Lessons
- 48:28 — Pick Up the Phone
- 51:57 — moonblue
- 55:34 — The Way I Always Do
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!)
The songs we listened to:
- levitation room -- Heaven
- Slaughter & The Dogs -- Boston Babies
- NRBQ -- Magnet
- Dwight Twilley Band -- Looking for the Magic
- Hether -- Pinkg Purple Blues
- Pastor T.L. Barrett and The Youth for Christ Choir -- Like a Ship
- Gil Scott-Heron -- Home is Where the Hatred Is
- The Cleaners from Venus -- The Mercury Girl
- levitation room -- friends
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!
Set list:
- 3:32 — Preteen On Omegle Blues
- 10:20 — Jenny Hero Cop's Lament
- 14:53 — Why Do Girls Not Like Me?
- 24:16 — Sort of Girlfriend
- 38:53 — Song
- 41:35 — Don't Play Cards with Satan
- 55:05 — Salvation Attempt #39
- 56:17 — A Brief Chronicling of Extremely Good Ideas
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!