Andrew Ryan...Level And The Square Open Mike Radio podcast

1:59:48

Fun show with a nice live performance from Rayce Kendrick . Plus a visit from Matt and Rob from Order of the One and a couple new songs from them. And Brian J called in from KC and debuted a few new ones for us. Fantastic.

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Dave Dearnley Tribute 1:57:06

12 days ago1:57:06

1:57:06

Somber but cool show featuring the music of our close friend, Dave Dearnley , who passed away on July 6, 2025. A bunch of friends and bandmates came by to hang out and share stories and we featured a bunch of Dave's music recorded over the years on Open Mike Radio. Plus a few in the studio from Sarah Parker .…

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Kareem 1:55:44

26 days ago1:55:44

1:55:44

Awesome performance by (DJ) Kareem along with a few songs from Jay Rector . We also celbrated the 20 year anniversary of Holy Frog's My By Self album. Brand new material, never heard before, from both Kareem and Jay!

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Highway Demon 1:57:44

8 weeks ago1:57:44

1:57:44

Amazing performance in the vinyl room from Columbia-Missouri rockers, Highway Demon . Plus a few from Zawata 's Dylan McCord. We also had a visit from Adam Wilson , AKA, Pepr and a brief chat with Claire from Kansas City's Nightosphere . Great show.

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Hickman Highschool Graduation 1:57:39

9 weeks ago1:57:39

1:57:39

Live remote from our place in Rocheport celebrating the Hickman Highschool 2025 graduates - including my son, Lucas. Live music from Holy Frog, Zawata , Hardy But Hardly , Bartholomew Bean and Robbie Burt . Just awesome.

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Olyssa Herico 2:01:23

11 weeks ago2:01:23

2:01:23

Real fun show with some great songs from the multi-talented Olyssa Herico . We had a few live ones in the big room and a whole bunch of recorded material. Also visits and a couple songs from both Dick Johnson and Nathan James Bratten, aka Hardy But Hardly .

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Off Grid 1:58:41

13 weeks ago1:58:41

1:58:41

Centralia's Off Grid performed in the big room along with a couple songs from Doc Floyd , Zawata and Kind Kurt. Also a visit from the Dicksmen, a local philanthropic group doing good work for Columbia's less fortunate. The wonderful Aina Cook also dropped by for a quick hello.

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Secular Era 1:51:45

14 weeks ago1:51:45

1:51:45

Rockin' performance from Kirksville based Secular Era . Sherry Wyatt came by and talked with us about the Goldstar Memorial Day Parade . Plus a visit from Dave Angle and a couple songs from him.

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Live from Gumbo Bottoms 2:01:08

15 weeks ago2:01:08

2:01:08

Awesome live remote broadcast from Gumbo Bottoms Ale House in Jefferson City. Amazing performances from Lucky , Rayce Kendrick , Andy Samson, Sarah Parker , Cowboy Church and Zawata .

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Justin Bloss 1:56:54

17 weeks ago1:56:54

1:56:54

Outstanding live performance from Tulsa, Oklahoma based Justin Bloss . Plus a phone interview with St. Louis artist, Michael Blakey and a couple songs from Dylan McCord and our own Kind Kurt. Thanks to Andrew Ryan for making the connections.

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Various Artists 1:54:14

19 weeks ago1:54:14

1:54:14

Chill show with just me, Kind Kurt and C-Lark. A few phone calls and a visit from Jeff Stack for reality check.

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Monsterya...Concannon...Cost of Desire 1:56:20

20 weeks ago1:56:20

1:56:20

Extremely fun show featuring members of the band, Monsterya , along with a Mike and Steel from Cost of Desire and a phone visit with Concannon manager, Bobby Vestal. Great music from all three bands.

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Inaugural Open Mic at B-Side Records 24:24

21 weeks ago24:24

24:24

A few highlights from our first Open Mic at B-Side Records in Columbia, Missouri - Tuesday March 4, 2025. Featuring Billy Haring, Justin Hickerson, Nathan James, Dave Angle and Drew Baxter.

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Lifeline...Roux Pop-Ups...Nathan James 1:57:44

22 weeks ago1:57:44

1:57:44

Members of the band Lifeline visit with us in the studio and play a few songs for us. Chris Canada also stopped by to talk about Roux Pop-Ups - A cool new Cajun Food project of his. Finally Nathan James Bratten, AKA Hardy But Hardly , stopped by and shared a couple of his lovely songs with us. Plus some fun phone calls.…

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Reel Fest Takeover with Degrave 1:53:14

23 weeks ago1:53:14

1:53:14

We turn the show over to Jesse Slade and King Theodore Records to talk about Reel Fest , a new film festival debuting in Columbia on March 1st. We featured an amazing live performance from Degrave and a few songs from Tanner Jones of The Comancheros . Plus a few film producers, Carney J and a search for Sasquatch.…

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Brian J 1:58:14

24 weeks ago1:58:14

1:58:14

A cool phone interview with the talented Brian J (Formerly Bummy) and debuted a few of his new songs. Plus a couple from Kind Kurt and Dylan McCord .

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The Lemon Settlement 1:54:45

26 weeks ago1:54:45

1:54:45

Live remote from LVX Lounge. An outstanding live performance from The Lemon Settlement along with a few songs from Dylan McCord , Drew Baxter , The Daves and Kind Kurt.

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The Ex-Gentlemen 1:54:09

27 weeks ago1:54:09

1:54:09

The Ex-Gentlemen joined us for some live surf rock and wild stories...then a very interesting phone conversation with Tunestr founder, Open Mike (yes, you read that correctly)...then we closed the show out with a couple from Dylan McCord .

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Various Artists 1:55:21

28 weeks ago1:55:21

1:55:21

A few of the guys from Foxteeth came by to start the show and we played a couple of tracks from the band. Then we visited with Bailey Johns of Pink Street Management and hear a few tracks from bands she represents: The Odyssey , Modeling and Stepmom . Rocket Kirchner came by and we played a few tracks from his latest and we finished the show off with a short set from Dylan and Danielle of Zawata . Everyone joined in for a fun closing theme song.…

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Andrew Ryan...Level and the Square 1:53:53

30 weeks ago1:53:53

1:53:53

Really fun show with my good friend, Andrew Ryan . Andrew was joined by his friend Nicholas Piscitello, AKA, Level and the Square , and they both played some fantastic acoustic songs for us. Then we heard a couple from Dylan McCord and rocked out with C-Lark on a metal guitar set. Fun and funny show.…

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New Years with The Aina Cook Band 1:56:19

31 weeks ago1:56:19

1:56:19

Our annual New Year's Special featuring a wonderful live performance from the Aina Cook Band . Plus more live music from Zawata , Billy Haring , Adam Wilson and Bud McDonald of Provoke the Colossus.

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Outermind 1:54:49

32 weeks ago1:54:49

1:54:49

Really fun show with Outermind performing live in the big room. Plus a visit from Crooked Fix , a couple of guys from the Banastre Tarleton Band dropped by to say hi. Dylan and Forrest from Zawata also played a few nice ones for us.

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Various Artists 1:57:00

34 weeks ago1:57:00

1:57:00

Super fun show with live performances from our own Kind Kurt, Justin Hickerson and Dylan McCord . Plus phone interviews with Hallam George and Dylan Lewis and a couple songs from both of them. Also a call from our good friend Tavair Dominque .

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Tavair Dominque 2:00:15

36 weeks ago2:00:15

2:00:15

Outstanding performances in the studio from Tavair Dominque , The January Lanterns , Hardy But Hardly , Adam Wilson and Dylan McCord . Plus a phone visit with Lawrence, KS psychedelic advocate, Ian Cook and a visit with Tony Lotven. Justin came by to hang with us too. Super fun show.

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Live Remote: Elephant Foot...Zawata...Kind Kurt 1:59:54

37 weeks ago1:59:54

1:59:54

Live remote from LVX Lounge with music from Elephant Foot , Kind Kurt and Zawata . Awesome.

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Diddy Wah Daddys 1:55:31

39 weeks ago1:55:31

1:55:31

Supercool show with live music form the Diddy Wah Daddys . Plus a visit and new music from Billy Herring and a couple nice ones from Zawata .

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Tampsen 1:50:53

40 weeks ago1:50:53

1:50:53

Fun show with live music in the studio from Chase Thompson, aka, Tampsen . Plus a visit from Dave and Max Angle and a KOPN pledge drive.

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Telepathy Club 1:57:33

41 weeks ago1:57:33

1:57:33

Crazy fun show with awesome rock and roll from Telepathy Club . Plus visits from John Randall , Justin Hickerson and Nathan James .

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DJ Sunbear 1:51:22

43 weeks ago1:51:22

1:51:22

Very cool show with an awesome live performance from Ryan Sellers, AKA, DJ Sunbear .

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Drew Baxter...Downtown Poetry Club 1:58:42

44 weeks ago1:58:42

1:58:42

Fantastic show with an amazing live performance from Drew Baxter . Plus a bunch of wonderful poems recited by Ann Wright , Elizabeth Fitzpatrick and Don Jourdon. We also had a visit from the STL band, Soft Crisis and played a couple of theirs.

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Buds, Blues and BBQ Artists 1:55:46

47 weeks ago1:55:46

1:55:46

Special show featuring music from bands performing at the Inaugural Buds, Blues and BBQ Festival. Includes music from Cedar County Cobras, Foxteeth, Ruby Lane, Zawata, Bad Names, Blake Gardner, Down Side Up, Buddha Blue, The Daves and The Flood Brothers.

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Highway Demon 1:57:43

49 weeks ago1:57:43

1:57:43

Incredible show with an amazing live performance from Highway Demon and a fun little crowd. We also visited with Jeff Bassinson about the MO Jazz Festival coming up on September 7th at Rose park. Plus a song from Zawata and a visit from Justin Hickerson and Josh (Wright) Wrong of Foxteeth and Bud McDonald of Provoke the Colossus .…

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Thad Requet 1:54:35

50 weeks ago1:54:35

1:54:35

Real cool show with live music in the studio from Thad Requet and Scott Donegan . We also played some recorded material and had an interesting conversation, including a bunch of tech talk. Great to have Memphis Chris back after a short break.

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Various Artists 1:58:27

52 weeks ago1:58:27

1:58:27

Supercool show with live performances from Zawata , Ken Baker , Nathan James and Robbie Burt . Plus a phone conversation and a couple songs from Austin born Nashville artist, Danny Schmidt . A couple of debuts, a visit from King Theodore Records and a bunch of great songs from a few of our most talented local artists. Love.…

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Oklahoma Avenue 1:54:08

1 year ago1:54:08

1:54:08

Real fun show with a great live performance from Oklahoma Avenue . We also heard new music and a phone conversation with Tulsa, Oklahoma's The Odyssey and Columbia's own Hallam George . Plus a visit from Justin Hickerson and the amazing poetry of Jason Frost.

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Austin Jones...Missile Kids...Zawata 1:54:55

1 year ago1:54:55

1:54:55

Our first ever live remote was a total blast as we broadcast from King Theodore Records and presented live music from Missile Kids , Austin Jones and Zawata . Great music and a bunch of fun stuff in between. Our broadcast was part of a larger, all day event including more music from Kyren Penrose , Laika , Highway Demon and The Park . Big shout out to the staff at KOPN and the awesome Dylan McCord for his sound work on-site.…

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Robbie Burt 1:49:02

1 year ago1:49:02

1:49:02

Super fun show joined in the studio by Robbie Burtelow AKA Robbie Burt. Outstanding young country/americana artist from the St. Louis area. We chat and play some songs from his 2023 EP, then Robbie did a few in the studio for us, including a debut called "God's Time". Plus a visit from Jesse - King Theodore Records .…

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Adam Wilson...Bummy...Justin Hickerson 1:53:52

1 year ago1:53:52

1:53:52

The remarkably talented Adam Wilson back in the studio after a long hiatus. Well worth the wait. We got a few from Adam, played a couple new ones from Bummy and Justin closed the show with a few of his own wonderful songs. Fun show.

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Down Side Up 1:53:31

1 year ago1:53:31

1:53:31

Outstanding live performance from Jefferson City rockers, Down Side Up. I mean killer. Plus a visit from Hooten Hallers vocalist and guitarist, John Randall and our good friend, Justin Hickerson. Huge thank you to Dylan McCord for his sound magic.

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Jeff Arrigo 1:55:41

1 year ago1:55:41

1:55:41

Pledge drive show with live performances from Jeff Arrigo and Noah Spaeder, AKA The Jeff and Noah Collective. Plus new music from Rocket Kirchner and Secular Era.

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Various Artists 1:56:12

1 year ago1:56:12

1:56:12

Fun show with music from John Galbraith, The Tri-County Liquidators, Telepathy Club, Jeff Arrigo, Rae Fitzgerald and our own Kind Kurt.

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Zawata 1:54:54

1 year ago1:54:54

1:54:54

Crazy cool show with live music from Zawata in the big room and John Galbraith in studio. Plus visits from Footlong Cowboy, Nathan James , Ruby Lane drummer, Big Mike Wambua , Adrienne and Sam from Cafe Berlin and Jesse from King Theodore Records . Fun and funny show.

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The Park 1:55:01

1 year ago1:55:01

1:55:01

Rockin' show with an outstanding performance by The Park . We also had music in the studio from Drew Baxter and Alex Fincher , Dick Johnson and Dylan McCord . Awesome music from everyone. Oh, and Compass Columbia's Tony Lotven stopped by, too!!!

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Rich Westmill and the Leghounds 1:53:02

1 year ago1:53:02

1:53:02

Had a blast with the Jeff, Nate and Andy, AKA, Rich Westmill and the Leghounds . Great live performance and a fun conversation. Plus a visit from Daniel Harkins, a professional mycologist and friend from KC who owns and operates Cultured Cultures. We talk shrooms for a few minutes.

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Daniel Elixir...John Heller 1:55:51

1 year ago1:55:51

1:55:51

A couple of fun in studio performances from The Hanukah Jones Band 's John Heller and St. Louis singer/songwriter Daniel Elixir . Plus a visit from the guys from Provoke the Colossus , new music from Secular Era and a chat with Jesse from King Theodore Records .

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Backwater 1:55:56

1 year ago1:55:56

1:55:56

Real fun show with live music from Backwater . Tilden Sullins also stopped by and shared a new song with us. Plus a live one from Sam D'Agostino and a lovely poem from Ann Wright. We all celebrated 4/20 in style.

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Dream Squeeze, John Randall, Kurt and Memphis 1:54:46

1 year ago1:54:46

1:54:46

Fun show with the guys from Dream Squeeze who stopped by to share music from their new album, Behave around the Beehive. Plus John Randall from The Hooten Hallers stopped in to chat a little and play a couple songs. Kurt and Memphis also played one of Kurt's originals. And your phone calls.

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Lucky 1:55:01

1 year ago1:55:01

1:55:01

Amazing show with an incredible live performance by Jefferson City, Missouri's, Lucky. Plus visits and songs from Hardy But Hardly , Adventure Hat , The Soul Mama (aka Justin Hickerson) and couple of the guys from Backwater. English Brown's Dick Johnson and Mani Pedi guitarist, Luke Sabath also stopped by to say hi. We all had a fantastic time.…

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Pledge Drive Party 1:56:14

1 year ago1:56:14

1:56:14

Real fun show with a bunch of friends stopping by to say hi, play some songs and help raise $$$ for KOPN. Live performances from The Daves (Angle and Dearnley), Bad Names front man - Ben Hinkebein, New Moon 's Max Angle, Justin Hickerson , Kurt and Memphis...Plus the guys from from Hang Your Hate dropped by to debut their new single, Sharp Pains.…

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Hardy But Hardly 1:53:37

1 year ago1:53:37

1:53:37

Wonderful show with live music from Nathan James, aka, Hardy But Hardly . We also had visits from Nic Danger and J. Artiz , Ryan Sellers, aka, DJ Sunbear , Blake Gardner , Jeremy Jones and Justin Hickerson .

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Ty Toomsen and The Twang City Smokers 1:44:20

2 years ago1:44:20

1:44:20

Super fun show with a tremendous performance from Ty Toomsen and his band. We made a party out of it as The Stoplight Flyers joined us as well as Nathan James , John Randall , Andy Rehm, Justin Hickerson and a slew of other folks. You'll notice Memphis Chris and his killer harmonica helping Kurt out with the OMR theme music.…

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Secular Era 1:52:30

2 years ago1:52:30

1:52:30

Cool live performance from the Kirksville, Missouri band, Secular Era. Plus a visit and a couple songs in the studio from good friends John Randall and Justin Hickerson .

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Tilden Sullins 1:59:13

2 years ago1:59:13

1:59:13

Very cool show with music from Tilden Sullins and Sam Quilty. Plus a visit from Mickey Jamieson, Hallam George and Elias Finn and a cool phone interview with Chris from the amazing Nashville duo, Volk. Tilden on Soundcloud

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OMR New Years Special 1:53:13

2 years ago1:53:13

1:53:13

Amazing show featuring live performances and visits from Dick Johnson, Dave Angle, Justin Hickerson, Dylan McCord, Ty Toomsen, Nathan James, Paul Meyer, Kind Kurt and Memphis Chris, Lou Nevins, Luke Sabath, Travis Feutz and the guys from Don't Mind Dyin'. Just a total blast.

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A Bummy Christmas 1:54:39

2 years ago1:54:39

1:54:39

Awesome Christmas party with live music from Bummy and Tommy Willow. Plus visits from Brock Johnson , John Galbraith and the guys from Provoke the Colossus .

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The Stoplight Flyers...The Rolling Stops 1:56:30

2 years ago1:56:30

1:56:30

Nice live performances and a cool conversation from The Stoplight Flyers and The Rolling Stops.

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Naked Basement 1:53:49

2 years ago1:53:49

1:53:49

Great live performance from Naked Basement. Plus a visit from Tony Lotven, Justin Hickerson and Tim Carey talking about the upcoming Last Waltz show at The Blue Note.

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The Banastre Tarleton Band...Rocket Kirchner 1:52:37

2 years ago1:52:37

1:52:37

Fun show with new music from Rocket Kirchner and a great live performance from The Banastre Tarleton Band .

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OMR Halloween Special 1:56:32

2 years ago1:56:32

1:56:32

Just a good old Halloween party on the radio with wonderful in-studio performances by Dave Angle, Nathan James, Kind Kurt & Memphis Chris, Justin Hickerson and Bud from Provoke The Colossus. Too much fun.

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Columbia Experimental Music Festival...Kyren Penrose 1:57:53

2 years ago1:57:53

1:57:53

Matthew Crooke of Dismal Niche joins us for a cool talk about the upcoming Columbia Experimental Music Festival. We feature a bunch of artists who will be performing at the festival being held November 2-5. Plus a visit from Kyren Penrose and a couple nice songs from him.

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The Huckleberries...John Depew 1:53:59

2 years ago1:53:59

1:53:59

Super fun show with Travis, Stacey and Lisa, AKA The Huckleberries . Plus a wonderful, if brief, visit with John Depew . John is an amazing multi-instrumental singer/songwriter and we got to hear a couple form John live in the studio. Just fantastic.

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Dream Squeeze 1:53:54

2 years ago1:53:54

1:53:54

Fun show with cool tunes from Dream Squeeze . We also had a good talk about music along with your calls. Check out the intro with Memphis Chris on harmonica.

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Dave Dearnley and Friends 1:51:52

2 years ago1:51:52

1:51:52

Perhaps the best episode of Open Mike Radio we've done thus far. Just a bunch of amazingly talented people sharing songs and having fun. Featuring Dave Dearnley , Dave Angle , John Randall , Justin Hickerson , Tim Carey and Tony Lotven, along with me and Kurt and Memphis and Clark.

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Poetry and Spoken Word...Nic Danger...Bummy 1:57:45

2 years ago1:57:45

1:57:45

Very fun show and a big change of pace as we present poetry and spoken word. Ann Wright, Elizabeth Fitzpatrick, Grace, Don and KancHans recited poems for us and Jim McManus played a couple songs. We also had a real cool visit from Nic Danger and a killer new tune from Bummy. Also great new music from The January Lanterns and the marvelous Rae Fitzgerald. Nic Danger Bummy The January Lanterns Rae Fitzgerald…

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2023 MO Jazz Festival 1:57:19

2 years ago1:57:19

1:57:19

Fun show featuring music from artists performing at the 2023 MO Jazz Festival in Columbia, MO. We play some songs from Samantha Fierke, The Bel Airs, Lao Tizer, Dawn Weber and Good Company and The Jonathan Scales Fourchestra. Outstanding music from a bunch of amazing artists. MO Jazz Festival Samantha Fierke The Bel Airs Dawn Weber and Good Company The Jonathan Scales Fourchestra Lao Tizer Previous Appearances: Samantha Fierke 08/06/2022…

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Hang Your Hate 1:53:29

2 years ago1:53:29

1:53:29

Blast of a show with Garrett, Ryan, Brent, Dylan and Luke...AKA...Hang Your Hate. Plus a quick visit from the Sticky's Cabana gang and a talk with our good friend, Adeline Moon. HYH on Bandcamp HYH on Instagram

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New Moon 1:51:58

2 years ago1:51:58

1:51:58

Impressive performance from Max Angle and Cameron Watson, AKA, New Moon. Plus a visit from new band member Andy Liu, Mani-Pedi guitarist, Luke Sabath and a few other friends, along with your calls. New Moon on Instagram

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The Clayton Hicklin Band 1:54:26

2 years ago1:54:26

1:54:26

Clayton Hicklin and Kevin Amburgy join us for some absolutely amazing guitar and mandolin picking. Also a visit from Rob Lampe who joined the guys on Dobro for a couple tunes. Plus the usual rundown of events and your calls. CHB on Facebook Clayton on Soundcloud

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Dave Angle...Adam Wilson...Sammy Flame and the Habanero(s)...Justin Hickerson 1:56:19

2 years ago1:56:19

1:56:19

Awesome fun show with a bunch of friends dropping by to play and chat. Featuring Dave Angle, Adam Wilson, Justin Hickerson and Sammy Flame and the Habaneros. Plus poet Ann Wright and your calls.

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The Boone Howlers 1:53:26

2 years ago1:53:26

1:53:26

Fun show with Jim, Travis and Chris of The Boone Howlers. Lots of great live stuff plus a couple recorded songs. Boone Howlers on Spotify

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Kind Kurt 1:56:50

2 years ago1:56:50

1:56:50

Our own Kind Kurt shares some of his own songs with us and we have a generally awesome time with the usual suspects. Also a visit from Sticky and the crew from Sticky's Cabana.

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The Daves...The Boone Howlers 1:56:17

2 years ago1:56:17

1:56:17

Fantastic live music and conversation with The Daves. Plus a visit from The Boone Howlers and a couple live ones in studio from them.

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Bad Names 1:52:30

2 years ago1:52:30

1:52:30

Fantastic live performance from Bad Names. Outstanding. Plus Sticky, owner of Sticky's Cabana, and Bud from Provoke The Colossus stop by to chat.

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The Brink Como 1:50:12

2 years ago1:50:12

1:50:12

Awesome live music and a fun conversation with Ally, Alex and Ryan of The Brink Como. We heard a couple debuts and also took a bunch of phone calls from friends and fans.

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Naked Basement 1:56:56

2 years ago1:56:56

1:56:56

Outstanding live performance from Shane and Dave of Naked Basement. Plus new music debuts from Cosmosis, a visit from the owner of a new music venue in Randolph County called Sticky's Cabana, and Tony Lotven fills us in on the happenings at the first annual Compassfest Music Festival.

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Laika 1:46:39

2 years ago1:46:39

1:46:39

Totally jamming show with live music and a great conversation with Laika. Plus a visit from the guys in Concannon. Laika on Instagram Concannon on Instagram

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The Onions...David Wax Museum 1:51:19

2 years ago1:51:19

1:51:19

Great live music and a great talk with the members of The Onions. Plus a phone visit with David Wax of David Wax Museum. Both The Onions and DWM played at The Blue Note that night. The Onions on Bandcamp David Wax Museum

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Backwater 1:57:31

2 years ago1:57:31

1:57:31

Live music along with some recorded material from Backwater. We visit with John Schneller and Rob Lampe from the band. Also a visit from Ryan of The Brink-Como.

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Lemon Settlement...Bummy 1:55:17

2 years ago1:55:17

1:55:17

Supercool show with the guys from Lemon Settlement returning to OMR with a new drummer and keyboard/guitarist. They played a bunch of great live stuff throughout the show and we had a fun talk. And we finally had a visit from Bummy after too long. He shared some of his new material with us. Lemon Settlement on Bandcamp Bummy on Instagram…

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Columbia Earth Day 2023 Preview 1:54:52

2 years ago1:54:52

1:54:52

Great show with visits from a bunch of different bands and artists who will be performing next week at the Columbia Earth Day Festival. We had visits from Adam Wilson - Ruby Lane, Estrella, Love Seats and Bad Names, We also raised over $400 for the station's pledge drive. Which means that I get a pie in the face.…

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Foxteeth 1:51:34

2 years ago1:51:34

1:51:34

Super fun show with Josh, Mike and Justin of Foxteeth. They played a few live songs for us and we had a fun talk. Plus a visit from Kai, Jake and Brody of Concannon who dropped off a copy of their debut CD, Distortion. We played a few tracks and talked with the band a little. Finally a visit from Jolene and a couple of her latest recordings. Foxteeth on Instagram Concannon Jolene…

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The Rolling Stops 1:54:18

2 years ago1:54:18

1:54:18

Fantastic live music with bluegrass/folk band, The Rolling Stops. A quick chat and a song from Dave Angle, John Randall and Andy Rehm. Violet Vonder Haar also stopped by and played us an awesome new song.

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Van Ghost 1:52:50

2 years ago1:52:50

1:52:50

A short chat with Paul Meyer, bass player for The Rolling Stops, who will be playing live next week. Then a visit with Mason Van Ghost and the debut of 3 songs from his new album, Songs About Feelings. Fantastic. Van Ghost on Bandcamp Van Ghost on Instagram

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Rocket Kirchner 1:53:43

2 years ago1:53:43

1:53:43

Rocket Kirchner joins us to listen to and review his new album, The Casebook of Detective Ribak. Plus phone calls from Lucky guitarist, Kris Wilson and Chicago artist, Official Claire. Rocket on Soundclick Official Claire on Bandcamp

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Special 50th Anniversary Episode: The Goldenrods 27:25

2 years ago27:25

27:25

A KOPN 50th Anniversary special edition. Super fun show with Kellie, Jess and Ryan of the Goldenrods. Along with visits from close friends John Randall, Paul Weber and Justin Hickerson. The Goldenrods on Bandcamp The Hooten Hallers Paul Weber and the Scrappers on Bandcamp

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Mani Pedi 1:52:16

2 years ago1:52:16

1:52:16

Packed show with live music and a fun talk with COMO rockers, Mani Pedi - Including the debut of their newest single, Crazy. Plus a visit from Rob Lampe and John Schneller remembering our friend, Mike Robertson. And finally a visit with Brian Craig (BC of Don't Mind Dying) about their benefit show at the Blue Note. https://www.instagram.com/manipediband/ Mani Pedi on Spotify Don't Mind Dying on Spotify BC/Suzi House Fire GoFundMe…

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Derrick and Sara Enyard 1:50:25

2 years ago1:50:25

1:50:25

The talented Derrick and Sara Enyard join us for some nice guitar playing and wonderful vocals. Plus a visit from The Hooten Hallers' John Randall and the usual host of untouchables. https://www.facebook.com/DerrickMusicPage/

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Bonus Episode: Lynne Hanson...Anya Hinkle 40:56

3 years ago40:56

40:56

Nationally touring artists Lynne Hanson and Anya Hinkle stopped by and visited with me prior to their performance at The Compass Listening Room in Columbia. Both of them played a couple songs for us in the studio. Absolutely wonderful. https://www.lynnehanson.com/ https://anyahinkle.com/

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Banastre Tarleton...Josh Wright (Wrong) 1:52:45

3 years ago1:52:45

1:52:45

Josh Wrong and Justin Hickerson join Kurt and I in the studio for some chat about the local music scene and we get a call from local legend, Banastre Tarleton. Music from Banastre, The Royal Furs, Blights and Sissy Paycheck. http://www.banastre.com/ https://theroyalfurs.bandcamp.com/

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Ruby Lane 1:53:34

3 years ago1:53:34

1:53:34

Hilarious show with Ruby Lane. Missing drummer Mike, so no live music, but a bunch of recorded songs, phone calls and fun stuff. Ruby Lane on Instagram

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Love-Seats 1:50:03

3 years ago1:50:03

1:50:03

Great performance from Jefferson City three piece, Love-Seats. Plus a fun visit from some old friends. https://love-seats.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/loveseatstheband/

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New Years Eve! Singer/Songwriter Aimee Marie...Kyren Penrose 1:54:29

3 years ago1:54:29

1:54:29

Really fun New Years Eve show with live music from Aimee Marie McGoveran and Kyren Penrose. Plus a visit from BC and the members of Don't Mind Dying and some phone calls. https://www.instagram.com/songwriteraimee/ https://www.instagram.com/kyren_penrose/ https://www.instagram.com/bcdmd/

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Songwriter/Guitarist - Chaz Prymek 1:54:07

3 years ago1:54:07

1:54:07

Fantastic show with an amazing live performance from Chaz Prymek on guitar. Chaz performs in a number of projects including Lake Mary and Fuubutsushi. Also a visit from Violet Vonder Haar and a funny call from Justin Hickerson. https://lakemary.bandcamp.com/ https://cachedmedia.bandcamp.com/album/natsukashii…

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Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist - John Galbraith 1:56:11

3 years ago1:56:11

1:56:11

Singer, songwriter and amazing guitarist, John Galbraith joins us in the studio to play a few songs from the new JG3 album, Another. Also a visit from Eli and Tyler of Elephant Foot. Awesome. https://johngalbraith.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnraygalbraith/ John's previous appearances on OMR: November 5, 2022 with Wil Reeves November 22, 2019 November 9, 2018…

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Provoke the Colossus 1:46:09

3 years ago1:46:09

1:46:09

Crazy fun show with live metal from Provoke the Colossus. https://www.instagram.com/provokethecolossus/

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Estrella 1:54:11

3 years ago1:54:11

1:54:11

We had Mackenzie, Matilda and Luke with us, 75% of the Columbia band, Estrella. Really fun show with some great acoustic songs and a bunch of phone calls. Estrella on Instagram

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Ruby Lane...Penny Marvel 1:54:56

3 years ago1:54:56

1:54:56

Super jamming show with Ruby Lane, along with a visit from Wil Reeves and John Galbraith playing some of the new Penny Marvel songs. This is the first time we've had a fully electric band in the new KOPN facility and Ruby Lane rocked it, appropriately. Ruby Lane on Instagram Penny Marvel on Bandcamp

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Sam D'Agostino...Bummy 1:54:52

3 years ago1:54:52

1:54:52

Great show with a visit from Sam D'Agostino who had a few Halloween songs for us and then Bummy stopped by to toss a few new ones at us. A couple of fun phone calls too. Sam on Youtube Bummy on Instagram

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The Brink 1:44:28

3 years ago1:44:28

1:44:28

Columbia's The Brink join us in the studio for a great talk and a ton of awesome live music. Plus a visit from the grassmaster himself, Justin Hickerson. The Brink Online

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Obsouleet...Dismal Niche: Columbia Experimental Music Festival 1:55:33

3 years ago1:55:33

1:55:33

A visit with hip-hop/rap artist, Obsouleet, and a couple of his poppin' songs. Then Matthew Crook of Dismal Niche joins us for a cool talk about the upcoming Columbia Experimental Music Festival. We feature a bunch of artists who will be performing at the festival. This year it will be held November 2th through November 6th. Obsouleet on Youtube Dismal Niche…

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Bonus Episode: Kristen Ford 53:42

3 years ago53:42

53:42

The wonderfully talented Kristen Ford stopped by and visited with me prior to her performance at The Compass Listening Room in Columbia. She played a few for us in the studio. Absolutely fantastic. https://www.kristenfordmusic.com/

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Elephant Foot 1:59:21

3 years ago1:59:21

1:59:21

Fun show with Eli, Tyler and Drew from Elephant Foot. Played a bunch of their songs, including a debut, and talked about all kinds of stuff musical. Had a short cool visit with Mason Van Ghost about IndieFest. Previous Appearance on OMR: Elephant Foot 12/24/2021

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Concannon...Aina Cook Band 1:58:22

3 years ago1:58:22

1:58:22

Young rock & rollers, Concannon join me for the show along with visits from the wonderful Aina Cook Band and my good friend Bartholomew Bean. Fantastic live music in studio from all of them. Concannon Aina Cook

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Sam D'Agostino...Dave Angle 1:47:06

3 years ago1:47:06

1:47:06

Real fun show with live music from both Sam D'Agostino and Dave Angle. Sam stayed the whole show while Dave had to scoot out for a show at Cooper's Landing. Also a visit from Clark Leyshock and a couple other friends. https://thedavesmojo.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/delta_blues_daves/

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Kind Kurt 1:55:22

3 years ago1:55:22

1:55:22

Just me and Kind Kurt for the show. He plays some awesome original songs and we showcase some of our favorite local artists.

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Singer/Songwriter/Producer - Andrew Ryan 1:52:34

4 years ago1:52:34

1:52:34

Fun show with St. Louis singer/songwriter/producer Andrew Ryan. We talk about what's new with Andrew and he played a bunch of great songs. We were joined by his wife Krista and a few friends of the show. Previous OMR appearance: 3/13/2020 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Nush2HzDNmkYhZoQs6wo1 https://andrewryan-music.bandcamp.com/ https://linktr.ee/andrewryanmusic…

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Dismal Niche - Columbia Experimental Music Festival 1:54:51

4 years ago1:54:51

1:54:51

Super cool conversation with Matthew Crook of Dismal Niche. Dismal Niche produces and presents the annual Columbia Experimental Music Festival. This year it will be held November 4th through November 7th. https://cargocollective.com/dismalniche

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Singer/Songwriter - Luna Halcon 2:00:16

4 years ago2:00:16

2:00:16

Conversation and some live songs with Luna Halcon. Luna was joined by her friend and musical collaborator, Trey. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8sRSeEMGjIgnL0yBIaGm0Q

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Artist/Producer/Engineer - JT Schnakenberg 2:00:16

4 years ago2:00:16

2:00:16

Had a cool conversation and spun some tunes with JT Schnakenberg of The Cosmic Riders, The Barroom Billies and owner/operator of MPF Studios in Columbia, MO. https://mpfstudioscomo.wixsite.com/website

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The Reverend Freakchild 1:59:52

4 years ago1:59:52

1:59:52

Fun conversation and a bunch of cool songs played live by the Reverend Freakchild. http://www.www-reverendfreakchild.org/

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Singer/Songwriter/Drummer/Guitarist - Justin Hickerson 59:48

4 years ago59:48

59:48

My friend Justin Hickerson joins me in the first OMR in some time live in the studio with a guest. It was a pleasure to be back and Justin and I had a great time. Justin is a wonderful singer/songwriter and a brilliant drummer. He performs with a number of different projects around Columbia including Paul Weber and the Scrappers, The Ridgerunners, The Daves and Foxteeth. https://soulmama.bandcamp.com/ https://thedavesmojo.bandcamp.com/releases https://paulweberandthescrappers.bandcamp.com/releases https://www.facebook.com/pwandthescrappers/…

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The Daves 59:28

5 years ago59:28

59:28

Cool talk and music with Dave Angle, Dave Dearnley and Dave (Justin) Hickerson of The Daves. https://thedavesmojo.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/DogPoundJangle/

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Guitarist, Singer/Songwriter - Rob Lampe: Part 2 59:42

5 years ago59:42

59:42

Fun conversation and music with Rob Lampe. Part 2 of 2.

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Guitarist, Singer/Songwriter - Rob Lampe: Part 1 59:32

5 years ago59:32

59:32

Fun conversation and music with Rob Lampe. Part 1 of 2.

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Hooten Hallers Guitarist/Vocalist - John Randall 55:37

5 years ago55:37

55:37

John Randall, wonderful guitarist and vocalist for The Hooten Hallers , joins me via zoom for a fun talk and a few acoustic songs. We talk about the band and their goings on since the COVID changed the music scene. John is an amazing guitar player, a great vocalist, a decent pinball player and one of my closest friends here in Como. https://www.facebook.com/thehootenhallers/ https://thehootenhallers.bandcamp.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X32nogZZTFo…

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Multi-Instrumentalists Ruth Acuff and Jeff Mueller 59:54

5 years ago59:54

59:54

Great chat with my friends and wonderful musicians, Ruth Acuff and Jeff Mueller, about their move to NYC and subsequent return to COMO. Plus a bunch of cool songs from Ruth and from Jeff's band Oversight Committee and a great one featuring Jeff, John Galbraith and Noel Feldman. https://www.facebook.com/ruthacuffmusic https://www.facebook.com/Oversightcommitteeband https://www.facebook.com/theroyalfurs/…

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Blue Note/Rose GM Mike Nolan and The Daves 59:05

5 years ago59:05

59:05

Fun and informative show with Mike Nolan, GM of The Blue Note and Rose Music Hall . Mike talked to us about the re-opening of Rose for music this weekend. Then we were joined by my good friend Dave Dearnley , whose band, The Daves will be performing Saturday, June 20 at Rose. Music from The Daves thrughout the show plus a call from Justin Hickerson and The Hooten Hallers' Andy Rehm.…

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Kyren Penrose - The Adaptation 59:21

5 years ago59:21

59:21

A cool chat and some great new songs with Kyren, Luke and Ryan of Columbia, Missouri rockers, The Adaptation. First show back live in the studio for about 10 weeks. Thrilled to be back. https://open.spotify.com/artist/3S2Nh1O0R6bKiAPh1c0Xih https://theadaptation.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/theadaptation/ https://www.instagram.com/the_adaptation/…

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Various Artists - Request to Artists for Music! 1:00:23

5 years ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Just me playing some great songs from some of my favorite artists. Featuring Fumes, The Hooten Hallers, Justin Hickerson, Austin Jones, Merry Ellen Kirk, Rae Fitzgerald, Fried Crawdaddies, The Daves, The Sweaters, Paul Weber and the Scrappers, Tim Carey, Andrew Ryan, The Goldbugs, Matt Presti... Also a request for artists and bands to send me some home recordings so that we might turn them into radio shows! https://www.mikehagan.com/OMR.htm…

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Singer/Songwriter/Drummer - Justin Hickerson 43:51

5 years ago43:51

43:51

A fun remote show with my close friend and amazing musician, Justin Hickerson. Justin recorded 4 songs for the show and we have a cool talk in between. We talk about a bunch of stuff, including the COVID19 situation and how it is affecting musicians. Justin is a wonderful singer/songwriter and a brilliant drummer. He plays with a number of different projects around Columbia including Paul Weber and the Scrappers, The Ridgerunners, The Daves and Foxteeth. Still in Coronamode. https://soulmama.bandcamp.com/ https://thedavesmojo.bandcamp.com/releases https://paulweberandthescrappers.bandcamp.com/releases https://www.facebook.com/pwandthescrappers/…

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Drona 1:55:48

3 years ago1:55:48

1:55:48

Great time and fantastic live music with Columbia based indie rockers, Drona. Plus visits from Dave Dearnley, Bummy and Justin Hickerson. Here's some great video recordings of Drona in the KOPN studio: When I Rest For A Moment Lotus (Thin Finger) The Leaves Will Change Kill Time Trading Fours Guest Links: Drona Dave Dearnley Bummy Justin Hickerson…

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Singer/Songwriter Samantha Fierke with Special Guest, Violet Vonder Haar 1:55:41

3 years ago1:55:41

1:55:41

Fantastic show featuring in studio performances by Samantha Fierke, accompanied by Bassist Mickey Jamieson. We also had the pleasure of visiting with Violet Vonder Haar about the new Compass Music Room and she played a couple great new songs for us. Here's some great video from the show: Samantha Fierke Live at KOPN Violet Vonder Haar Live at KOPN https://samdoesjazz.com/ https://violetvonderhaar.com/ https://compasscolumbia.org/…

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Inaugural OMR broadcast from the new KOPN with Singer/Songwriter/Drummer/Guitarist Justin Hickerson and Friends 1:52:29

3 years ago1:52:29

1:52:29

My friend Justin Hickerson joins me in the first OMR broadcast from KOPN's new location on Bernadette Drive in Columbia. We had a blast and Justin played some songs as we visited with a bunch of friends who stopped in to say hello... Supercool to broadcast from the new facility, with only a few technical hiccups...lol... Check out Justin out and about. He performs with a number of different projects around Columbia including Paul Weber and the Scrappers, The Ridgerunners, The Daves and Foxteeth. Here's a great video of Justin in the studio performing Scared... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiBvJ6oHg08 https://soulmama.bandcamp.com/ https://thedavesmojo.bandcamp.com/releases https://paulweberandthescrappers.bandcamp.com/releases…

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Andrew Ryan, Fumes, Hooten Hallers - Final Broadcast from 901 E. Broadway 1:46:54

3 years ago1:46:54

1:46:54

Super fun show with all kinds of new music. St. Louis singer/songwriter/producer Andrew Ryan joins us along with Lou Nevins and Andy Rehm (Fumes) and John Randall and Andy Rehm, again (The Hooten Hallers). All of them have new music and we are delighted that they debuted a couple songs on the show. Also talked with Brandon Hofherr, Director of Marketing at St. James Winery and Public House Brewery about their wine and beer and involvement in support of music. Check the archives for previous appearances. https://linktr.ee/andrewryanmusic https://thefumes.bandcamp.com/ https://www.thehootenhallers.com/ https://www.stjameswinery.com/…

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Singer/Songwriter - Daniel Lutz 1:43:08

3 years ago1:43:08

1:43:08

Wonderful singer/songwriter, Daniel Lutz joins us in the studio to showcase some of his new recordings and share some of his thoughts on music. Daniel will be touring with Luke Winslow-King May/June 2022. https://daniellutzmusic.bandcamp.com/

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Steamboat Revival 1:59:38

3 years ago1:59:38

1:59:38

Real fun show with Brad Snyder, (Blackwater, Blue Hearts Club) and Chris Burke of Steamboat Revival. They played a bunch of songs and we had a cool talk. https://steamboatrevival.com/

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Bummy 1:56:40

3 years ago1:56:40

1:56:40

Bummy returns to OMR to perform some new material. We're joined by Blake Gardner (Blake Gardner and the Farmers) and Brock Johnson (Mercer and Johnson) to talk about some upcoming events. Fun show. https://www.instagram.com/bummymusic/ https://owngrownproductions.com/bgatf http://www.mercerandjohnsonmusic.com/…

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Rochara Knight and the Honey Doves 1:53:04

3 years ago1:53:04

1:53:04

Fun show with Rochara Knight and her band, The Honey Doves. Special guests Adeline and Sailer give us a KOPN kids report on Spring Break 2022. https://rkhdband.bandcamp.com/releases

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The January Lanterns 2:00:12

4 years ago2:00:12

2:00:12

Fun show with Kristin and Andrew...The January Lanterns...we play a bunch of their songs, talk about life and love and their new record... https://www.thejanuarylanterns.com/

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Bummy 1:48:41

4 years ago1:48:41

1:48:41

An unconventional Christmas show with Bummy. Hip-hop and punk rock from this talented young artist. Plus KOPN Kids with Adeline and a fun Christmas intro from Kind Kurt. https://instagram.com/bummymusic

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Kyren Penrose & Special Guest Olivia Burney 1:55:40

4 years ago1:55:40

1:55:40

Really fun show with singer/songwriter, Kyren Penrose. We were joined for the second half of the show by the talented Olivia Burney. Kyren and Olivia are collaborating on an upcoming project. Wonderful music, including a couple of new, unreleased songs... That and a cool conversation.

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Elephant Foot 1:55:51

4 years ago1:55:51

1:55:51

Supercool show with Tyler, Eli, Drew and Drew of Elephant Foot. We talked about the band and the members and they played some nice acoustic versions of some of their songs. We also had the honor of debuting 3 sweet new Elephant Foot songs that will be released in the next few weeks. https://www.instagram.com/elephantfoot_official/ https://www.facebook.com/ElephantFootMusic/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jM8nmOZcQ9FuhA4hnJ8fn…

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OK Samaritan 1:55:09

4 years ago1:55:09