Local Open Mic
By Tim Hief
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Episodes: 60
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Local Open Mic is a worldwide stage that is always open for musicians that want to tell their story and share their music. Hear these talented singer/songwriters discuss their roots, their passion for music and the direction they see themselves going as they disclose the victories and the failures along the way. We ask about the backstory to their songs and perhaps hear some never before released music along the way. Subscribe to Local Open Mic podcast now! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/localopenmic/support
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Nicola Vazquez! Professionally known as Nicola, her amazing career has seen her releasing four successful CD projects, along with a number hit single releases in-between.
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Sep 22, 2023 |
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Shimna Higgins! Shimna is an amazing Celtic fiddler, she has travelled with internationally acclaimed, Celtic Illusion, as their featured fiddler
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Sep 22, 2022 |
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David Shanhun Update! David has been busy since we last spoke to him, catch up with this amazing singer and loop artist!
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Jun 30, 2022 |
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Eric Ramsey! Eric has performed all around the country, found success in music competitions, like the 2022 International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN. where he won the Solo/Duo Award!
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Jun 09, 2022 |
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Linda Sussman! Linda considers herself a roots folk singer but has some amazing blues tunes that will leave you in awe of her versatility.
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Apr 14, 2022 |
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The ACT Americana Trio is a group that "gets" the whole modern folk vibe with tight harmonies, meaningful lyrics and an earthy, organic musical sound.
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Apr 07, 2022 |
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2022 Spring Air Playlist! Spring is in the air and Local Open Mic has an amazing line up of songs for your listening enjoyment.
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Mar 19, 2022 |
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Taryn Laronge! Taryn has been keeping busy during the pandemic, writing and co-writing songs and starting a new folk style group called The ACT Americana Trio.
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Mar 10, 2022 |
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Josie Bello! Josie's style ranges from folk and country to bluesy tunes that show case a classic sound sometimes compared to Mary Chapin Carpenter
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Mar 03, 2022 |
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Eyvindur Karlsson is from Iceland and is passionate about music, especially teaching other, experienced, songwriters to be better at the craft!
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Feb 24, 2022 |
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Marianne Sveen! From Oslo, Norway, Marianne is a truly gifted singer/songwriter. Her music and lyrics bring you into her private spaces in a way that will both disarm you and change you.
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Feb 18, 2022 |
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Reinhardt Buhr! Reinhardt Buhr is a talented ambient music artist, each of his creations are unique, one-time events. He has five Youtube videos in excess of 1 million views! One at nearly 7 million.
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Feb 10, 2022 |
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Judy Rodman! Judy Rodman has certainly made her mark in the music industry, from her ACM Female Artist of the Year award, to writing breakout songs for other artist, with stories tell along the way!
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Feb 03, 2022 |
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Rosie Bans! Rosie Bans is a singer songwriter from Glasgow, Scotland. this self-taught pianist found herself in London for 5 years, describing it as a dramatic time in her life.
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Jan 27, 2022 |
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Jason Blume! You already know Jason Blume, at least from his body of work in the music industry. Jason has written and co-written songs for many of the biggest stars over that past 30 years.
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Jan 20, 2022 |
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Sarah Smith! The perfect example of Canadian rock artistry, from early gospel influences, to the edgier rock, Sarah's musical journey and stories are not to be missed!
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Jan 13, 2022 |
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Izzie of Izzie's Caravan! Izzie has a classic heavy rock expression to his music with introspective lyrics. We discuss his musical journey and hear some Ramones tunes he covers with his special touch!
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Jan 06, 2022 |
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Tedi Brunetti! Tedi is in the midst of a career resurgence, hitting #82 on the World Indie Charts with her recent project release, "Queen of Pittsburgh". Hear the Janice meets Steely Dan sound!
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Dec 23, 2021 |
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Bill O'Hanlon! Hear it directly from Bill, how his milestone year has gone and the get the newsie details of his upcoming year!
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Dec 16, 2021 |
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Lucy LeBlanc! Since we last spoke with Lucy, many wonderful things have happen. You'll hear all about it in todays update with her.
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Dec 02, 2021 |
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2021 Christmas Joy Playlist! Our first ever Christmas Playlist, sure to become a seasonal favorite for you and your family. Every song by one of our Local Open Mic guests!
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Nov 25, 2021 |
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Stella Cole - Emma Scotson! From Tik Tok fame to working with one of James Taylor's long time producers, this duo is a rising force. Join them on the ride!
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Nov 19, 2021 |
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Nico Padden! Nico stepped onto a global stage, presenting her lyrical landscapes, wrapped in punchy music that resonate with her ever expanding fan-base.
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Nov 11, 2021 |
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Paul DeMarco Update! Get the latest updates from the 2021 Song Town Co-Writer of the Year winner!
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Oct 28, 2021 |
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2021 Autumn Colors Playlist! Start the fall season right with the 2021 Autumn Colors Playlist!
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Oct 21, 2021 |
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Charlotte Campbell! Charlotte’s engaging lyrics will draw you in, just listening to her music will make your day better!
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Oct 07, 2021 |
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Jeff Curtis! If you admire guitarists like Phil Keaggy, then you will truly be amazed by Jeff's personal creations.
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Sep 16, 2021 |
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Shane Ericks! Shane Ericks is gifted with an amazing voice, her songs are as authentic as she is, her personal musical journey will touch you!.
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Sep 02, 2021 |
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District 13 Update! District 13 provides exciting details of his career since our first interview with him.
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Aug 12, 2021 |
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Dublin City Today UPDATE! Sean Leahy updates us with the latest happenings at Dublin City Today since our original interview.
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Aug 05, 2021 |
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Alan Brewer! Alan Brewer is a movie producer, who happens to have an amazing past as a singer, songwriter, musician and arranger. Don't miss his story!
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Jul 29, 2021 |
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Arlen Roth! Arlen is legendary, his amazing talent on guitar has placed him in a special class of artists and performers. He has few equals and they would gladly take the stage beside him!
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Jul 22, 2021 |
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Ivan 'Funkboy' Bodley! This is one cool cat, Ivan's brand of funk gets down and dirty with a flare. Before his music career as a bassist, he was a publicist with multi-platinum records to show for it.
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Jul 15, 2021 |
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2021 Summer Blend Playlist! A special blend of songs from Local Open Mic artists we’ve interviewed. Start your summer right with the 2021 Summer Blend Playlist!
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Jul 01, 2021 |
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Tara Jamieson! Tara Jamieson is a singer/songwriter. Not only an amazing singer, she is a 4th year med student in Dublin, Ireland. She has a wonderful musical journey that will leave you inspired.
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Jun 24, 2021 |
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Dakota East! Dakota is a country singer whose time has come. Her first single is already on several significant iTunes country playlists. Don't miss the start of something big!
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Jun 17, 2021 |
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Kevin Kelly! Kevin Kelly is a well-known and highly regarded producer/recording engineer with gold records to show for his efforts, working with legends like Blondie, Rick Wakeman and Edgar Winter
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Jun 10, 2021 |
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Tom Scott! Tom Scott writes incredible music that is consistent with his easy disposition. You'll find his musical journey fascinating at all points.
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Jun 03, 2021 |
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Toby Tobias! Toby is a passionate singer/songwriter originally from South Africa. His message of love and peace can be heard throughout his music.
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May 27, 2021 |
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Joe Nelson! Joe is the talented former lead guitarist for the band, Sozo. He continues his musical presence by releasing an edgy style of rock music, often playing all the instruments you hear!
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May 20, 2021 |
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Del Puckett! Del, originally from New Mexico, this Master 3-string Cigar Box Guitar builder has both a successful musical past and a musical family with industry props too.
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May 13, 2021 |
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Rorie Kelly! Rorie's latest album release, Shadow Work, show cases her talent as an amazing singer/songwriter, reflecting on things we do in the shadows.
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May 06, 2021 |
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Lorraine Baron! Lorraine is an award winning hip hop artist in Germany! She doesn't consider hip hop her main focus, so you must hear how all this came to be.
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Apr 29, 2021 |
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Barry Leef! His highly recognizable vocals set Barry apart from even the youngest of current singers, his personal stories will keep you asking for more.
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Apr 22, 2021 |
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MonaLisa Twins! One of the very best musical duos on YouTube, Mona and Lisa have garnered high praise from the likes of Donovan, The Who and Toto for their engaging style on stage.
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Apr 15, 2021 |
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Corey Pryor! From Newsboys keyboardist to DJ and music production, Corey has stayed the course with his faith and his music
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Apr 08, 2021 |
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Lewin Barringer! He is likely the master of all things musical with great stories from his journey to tell!
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Feb 11, 2021 |
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Megan Barker! With successes like "Jammin' In Jammies", a regular live event in Nashville that she hosts, to streaming success on Spotify, this Tennessee native has taken control of her career.
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Feb 04, 2021 |
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David Shanhun! This full time New Zealand musician started from humble beginnings as a busking loop artist, climbing all the way to a #1 song on iTunes in 2020!
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Jan 28, 2021 |
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Rae Leigh from Gold Coast! Overcoming fear of performing, she is an in-demand local singer and podcaster, showing all the positive signs of success.
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Jan 21, 2021 |
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Taryn Laronge, a talented singer/songwriter with an amazing heart for writing songs that convey empathy, understanding and healing
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Jan 14, 2021 |
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Bill O'Hanlon Part 2. We continue to talk about Bill and his song writing experiences
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Jan 07, 2021 |
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Bill O'Hanlon! The very definition of self reinvention, Bill is successful at whatever he is passionate about and his current passion is song writing.
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Dec 31, 2020 |
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Lucy LeBlanc! We interview this gifted songwriter about her career and recognition in Nashville circles as a co-writer that is never short of lyrical inspiration!
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Dec 06, 2020 |
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Paul DeMarco, Part 2 of our interview with this amazing musical force from North Wales
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Oct 30, 2020 |
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Paul DeMarco, multi-talented singer/songwriter and producer with edgy rock vocals to match
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Oct 30, 2020 |
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Christy Vanden and her Unexpected Road! Christy is an uncommonly gifted guitarist, stage performer and singer/songwriter whose reach spans international borders.
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Oct 21, 2020 |
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District 13 in the HOUSE! We interview a rising dubstep artist in the Phoenix market.
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Jun 17, 2020 |
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Dublin's BIG STAGE, we Interview Sean of Dublin City Today, at the heart for this remarkable transformation
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Jun 08, 2020 |
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Local Open Mic: The Podcast Trailer
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May 28, 2020 |