Oh Those Sweet Sounds . . .

Explore the many sounds of different communities from across the country and hear all things music you want to know, from people in the know. So drop that beat, move them feet and come along with us as we hit the street . . . yeah, we meant to rhyme.
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For the Record: The Louisiana Music Factory

For the Record: The Louisiana Music Factory

Sounds of the Re:Union visits the Louisiana Music Factory, a New Orleans record store that goes above and beyond to serve their local music community. From in-store performances to an extensive selection of local artists CDs, no one nurtures NOLA musicians like LMF. Host Brenton Crozier speaks with owner Barry Smith, as well as musicians Cyril Neville and Kermit Ruffins about the impact LMF has on the community.

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Sounds of the Re:Union – The Milwaukee Ukulele Club

Sounds of the Re:Union - The Milwaukee Ukulele Club

The ukulele typically evokes thoughts of a Pacific island paradise, but as we found out, it’s all the rage in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Milwaukee Ukulele Club consists of a group of people who come together to play the small instrument and find a meaningful, positive social outlet that creates a unique sense of community in their lives.  We spoke with the club’s founder and leader Lil Rev, as well as members Nina and Cheryl Ann.

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Learn more about the Milwaukee Ukulele Club on their Facebook page.

What You Should Be Listening To – The Hip-Hop Edition with Willie Evans Jr.

Sounds of the Re:Union - Willie Evans Jr.

Sounds host Brenton Crozier spoke with hip-hop producer and performer Willie Evans Jr. about albums that influenced him, the albums that may have gotten past your radar and some upcoming releases that he is looking forward to. Willie Evans Jr. performed with national act Asamov, produced for underground favorites Mr. Lif and Akrobatik, has recorded with Rawkus Records and now performs as a solo artist across the country.

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Find out more about Willie Evans Jr. at his MySpace and The Nerdy South.

The Moving Story and Music of John Forte

Sounds of the Re:Union - John Forte

Sounds of the Re:Union takes the audio from Al Letson’s interview with John Forte in a way that focuses on his music and the life events that have played such a major role in shaping his outlook and sound. Look for the featured interview in our radio episode: Brooklyn – Change Happens.

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Find out more about John Forte and his music at his website.

The Beat in Sacramento Goes For the Record

Sounds of the Re:Union - For the Record

The latest installment of Sounds of the Re:Union highlights a Sacramento community gem, The Beat. This Sounds of the Re:Union episode, titled ‘For the Record,’ focuses on independent record stores across the country and what they are doing to survive during a widespread industry decline. Host Brenton Crozier talks to owner Rob Fauble about how the store started, dealing with the struggles of the digital age of music and what the store means to the community of Sacramento. Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson is also a customer and gives his opinion of the store.

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Learn more about The Beat in Sacramento.

We Spoke to the Biggest Names in Indie Rock!

Sounds of the Re:Union Explores Indie Rock

We interview Indie Rock heavyweights Ben Gibbard (Death Cab for Cutie and The Postal Service), Lou Barlow (Dinosaur Jr. and Sebadoh), Chris Hrasky (Explosions in the Sky), Orenda Fink (Azure Ray) and Pat McGuire (FILTER Magazine) about the definition, beginnings, humorous stereotypes of indie rock, as well as the touchy subject of indie cred.

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Thank you to everyone involved in making this podcast come to fruition. And of course, a very special thanks to Ben Gibbard, Lou Barlow, Chris Hrasky, Orenda Fink and Pat McGuire . . . all great artists and representatives of the music industry at large.

Sounds of the Re:Union - What You Should Be Listening To

Sounds of the Re:Union – What You Should Be Listening To

Sounds of the Re:Union host Brenton Crozier spoke to long-time industry insider Jimmy Saal about What You Should Be Listening To. Included in the discussion are albums and artists that Jimmy considers formative to his own experience, music that has flown in under the radar and deserves your attention and upcoming releases that he is excited about.

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