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Local Open Mic

By Tim Hief

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!
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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.

Local Open MicSep 22, 2023

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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.
Sep 22, 202353:38
Shimna Higgins! Shimna is an amazing Celtic fiddler, she has travelled with internationally acclaimed, Celtic Illusion, as their featured fiddler
Sep 22, 202201:18:43
David Shanhun Update! David has been busy since we last spoke to him, catch up with this amazing singer and loop artist!
Jun 30, 202211:24
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!
Jun 09, 202258:17
Linda Sussman! Linda considers herself a roots folk singer but has some amazing blues tunes that will leave you in awe of her versatility.
Apr 14, 202201:06:41
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.
Apr 07, 202201:17:34
2022 Spring Air Playlist! Spring is in the air and Local Open Mic has an amazing line up of songs for your listening enjoyment.

2022 Spring Air Playlist! Spring is in the air and Local Open Mic has an amazing line up of songs for your listening enjoyment.

2022 Spring Air Playlist! Ah yes, Spring is in the air and Local Open Mic has an amazing line up of songs from our guests in the past three to four, months. Every song is either 'sung by' or 'written by' one of the growing list of Local Open Mic guests. Some artists have more than one song in this playlist! Be sure to share it with your friends too!

Judy Rodman(One Way Ticket), Josie Bello(Can't Go Home), Charlotte Campbell(Stay Like This), Rosie Bans(Real Life Love), Tedi Brunetti(Eat, Sleep, Repeat), Josie Bello(I Bleed Human), Stella Cole/Emma Scotson(Fine), Eyvindur Karlsson(One of the Boys), Nico Padden(I Get Down), Sarah Smith(Meet Me At The Crossroads), Jason Blume(On Angels Wings), Nico Padden(White Flag), Marianne Sveen(Don't You Forget About Me), Reinhardt Buhr(The Circle of the Earth)

Mar 19, 202201:03:40
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.
Mar 10, 202211:35
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
Mar 03, 202201:04:28
Eyvindur Karlsson is from Iceland and is passionate about music, especially teaching other, experienced, songwriters to be better at the craft!
Feb 24, 202201:14:45
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.
Feb 18, 202201:45:38
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.

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.

Reinhardt Buhr! Reinhardt Buhr is an exceptionally talented ambient music artist. From the early days of picking up his first guitar in a place called, Wilderness, South Africa to living in Cape Town, Reinhardt has demonstrated a natural ability to learn new instruments. He stumbled into the ambient music space quite by accident but it suited him and the rest may be thought of as history. He has been busking for years and along the way found his moral footing in his Christian beliefs. He is not preachy about such things but offers a clear account of his conversion later in the podcast. As a busker, Reinhart is no stranger to performing for a transient audience, but after recording a full day of busking in Cape Town, just two years ago, five his live creations were posted to YouTube and his career lifted off. Each of those songs rocketed past 1 million views and continue to climb. One song is at nearly 7 million views!

For Reinhardt, there is no formula to the his success, at least not one he can articulate. You see, each of Buhr's creations are unique, one-time events. When he starts to play, he concedes that he does not really know where the moment will take him. He doesn't let a little thing like 'time' limit him either, for example, the four songs he brought just for this interview are all in excess of 9 minutes. We will hear the backstory to each song and so much more today.

One thing to note at this point, during the interview we will listen to only a portion of each song, however, each song can be heard at the end of this interview, complete and uninterrupted.


Website: Download Music | REINHARDT BUHR | Cape Town

Bandcamp: Reinhardt Buhr (bandcamp.com)

Facebook: (3) Reinhardt Buhr | Facebook

YouTube: Reinhardt Buhr - YouTube

Feb 10, 202202:48:27
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!
Feb 03, 202201:22:01
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.

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.

Jan 27, 202201:19:16
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.
Jan 20, 202201:17:55
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!
Jan 13, 202201:23:54
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!
Jan 06, 202201:22:23
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!
Dec 23, 202101:04:46
Bill O'Hanlon! Hear it directly from Bill, how his milestone year has gone and the get the newsie details of his upcoming year!

Bill O'Hanlon! Hear it directly from Bill, how his milestone year has gone and the get the newsie details of his upcoming year!

Bill O'Hanlon! We last talked with Bill one year ago this month, today we get an update of how his musical journey is going. I can tell you, many exciting things are happening now. Take the 15 minutes or so and hear all the newsie details from Bill


billohanlonmusic@gmail.com

On Facebook just search for Bill O'Hanlon

Dec 16, 202115:36
Lucy LeBlanc! Since we last spoke with Lucy, many wonderful things have happen. You'll hear all about it in todays update with her.

Lucy LeBlanc! Since we last spoke with Lucy, many wonderful things have happen. You'll hear all about it in todays update with her.

Lucy LeBlanc! During this short format, update podcast, we talk to Lucy LeBlanc. She has continued her prolific song writing, you can hear all about that journey in episode six, published last year on December 5, 2020. Lucy was recently recognized with Songtown's Writer of the Year Award, many of her contributions are finding open arms with agencies that place music in TV and movies. Today, we get an update on how her musical journey have been going for the past year.

Dec 02, 202110:57
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!

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!

2021 Christmas Joy Playlist! Settle in to the first Local Open Mic Christmas Joy Playlist, this will become a seasonal favorite for you and your family. Every song is either 'sung by' or 'written by' one of the growing list of Local Open Mic guests. Some artists have more than one song in this playlist! Be sure to share it with your friends too!

Charlotte Campbell(Merry Christmas To You), Tim Hief(Little Shops On 5th Ave), Nico Padden(I'll Be Home for Christmas), MonaLisa Twins(Snow Falls Softly At Night), Tom Scott(She's My Christmas), Shane Ericks(Merry Christmas Darling), Ivan Bodley(Christmas Time Is Here), Rorie Kelly(What Are You Wishing For), Lucy LeBlanc(Snowfall In The City), Bill O'Hanlon(Magic 'Neath The Mistletoe), MonaLisa Twins(All I Want Christmas To Be), Joe Nelson(Mr Grinch-New Version), Joe Nelson(We Three Kings-2021), Lorraine Baron(Silver Bells), Rae Leigh(Dreaming Of A Christmas), Megan Barker(Missing Mistletoe), Lucy LeBlanc(Christmas In Paris), Jeff Curtis(Christmas Blues), Paul DeMarco(Drunk Snowman, Nico Padden(Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas

Nov 25, 202101:04:28
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!
Nov 19, 202101:17:37
Nico Padden! Nico stepped onto a global stage, presenting her lyrical landscapes, wrapped in punchy music that resonate with her ever expanding fan-base.
Nov 11, 202101:37:40
Paul DeMarco Update! Get the latest updates from the 2021 Song Town Co-Writer of the Year winner!

Paul DeMarco Update! Get the latest updates from the 2021 Song Town Co-Writer of the Year winner!

Paul DeMarco Update! Don’t miss the quick update with Paul DeMarco, so much has happened for him since our initial interview one year ago. Catch that original episode for all the great music he shared too. Since this update Paul was recognized as the 2021 Song Town Co-Writer of the Year! 


Oct 28, 202116:26
2021 Autumn Colors Playlist! Start the fall season right with the 2021 Autumn Colors Playlist!

2021 Autumn Colors Playlist! Start the fall season right with the 2021 Autumn Colors Playlist!

2021 Autumn Colors Playlist from Local Open Mic Artists!  A special color of songs for autumn from artists we’ve interviewed. Start the fall season right with the 2021 Autumn Colors Playlist!  Some of our guests were songwriters only and so they needed other singers to perform the song they contributed too.  Find the song you like and look up their interview, get the backstory to all of these great songs.


Toby Tobias(I Listen and I See), Bill O'Hanlon(All The Words To), David Shanhun(Gypsy Girl), MonaLisa Twins (Close To You), Taryn Laronge(Surfacing), Rorie Kelly(Lying Streak), Paul DeMarco (Endless Sea), Megan Barker (Smokin Again), Jeff Curtis(Eatons Funk), Arlen Roth(Bunky with Brad Paisley), Alan Brewer(Banjocaster), Kevin Kelly(Ducktown), Tom Scott(Something For Nothing), Rae Leigh(Saying Yes To Love), Barry Leef(Cab Driver), Corey Pryor(Libere), Ivan Bodley(Pigs Feet and Potted Meat), Joe Nelson(Driver), Lorraine Baron(You Echo In My Heart), Shane Ericks(Your Love Is Enough)



Oct 21, 202101:16:20
Charlotte Campbell! Charlotte’s engaging lyrics will draw you in, just listening to her music will make your day better!
Oct 07, 202101:09:04
Jeff Curtis! If you admire guitarists like Phil Keaggy, then you will truly be amazed by Jeff's personal creations.
Sep 16, 202101:36:38
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!.
Sep 02, 202153:15
District 13 Update! District 13 provides exciting details of his career since our first interview with him.

District 13 Update! District 13 provides exciting details of his career since our first interview with him.

District 13! This past year has been anything but slow for 'District'.  He updates about several exiting releases both in the US and Europe and talks about the international attention coming his way.  Catch the first interview with District 13 on this streaming site (he was the second interview for Local Open Mic) and become a fan today!

Aug 12, 202110:55
Dublin City Today UPDATE! Sean Leahy updates us with the latest happenings at Dublin City Today since our original interview.
Aug 05, 202112:00
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!
Jul 29, 202101:55:57
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!
Jul 22, 202101:34:08
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.
Jul 15, 202101:33:23
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!

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!

A Local Open Mic first! A special blend of songs from artists we’ve interviewed. Start your summer right with the 2021 Summer Blend Playlist!  Some of our guests were songwriters only and so they needed other singers to perform the song they contributed too.  Find the song you like and look up their interview, get the backstory to all of these great songs.

Berry Leef (Baby Come Back) Kevin Kelly (For All Time), Paul DeMarco (Designs On Your), Megan Barker (Tequila Told Me To), Rae Leigh (All Of Me), MonaLisa Twins (Still A Friend Of Mine), Rorie Kelly(Magick Comin), Bill O'Hanlon(Southern Nights (duet)), David Shanhun(Whiskey and Red Wine), Taryn Laronge(Juliet), Lucy LeBlanc(Afraid Of The Dark), Toby Tobias(), Dakota East(Runaway), Lorraine Baron(Down The Road), Corey Pryor(Light Up My Life), Tom Scott(Hooked), Joe 'Rockstar' Nelson(Haight Street), Lewin Barringer(Ignoring All The Stop Signs), Tara Jamieson(Birches)

Jul 01, 202101:11:29
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.
Jun 24, 202159:16
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!
Jun 17, 202138:26
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

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

Jun 10, 202101:59:38
Tom Scott! Tom Scott writes incredible music that is consistent with his easy disposition. You'll find his musical journey fascinating at all points.
Jun 03, 202101:08:28
Toby Tobias! Toby is a passionate singer/songwriter originally from South Africa. His message of love and peace can be heard throughout his music.
May 27, 202101:29:56
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!
May 20, 202101:06:56
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.
May 13, 202101:09:19
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.
May 06, 202101:22:24
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.

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.

Lorraine Baron. Lorraine, a bi-lingual University Professor, has been doing music for only four years now, since retiring. During her four years as an musical artist, Lorraine has already been part of a collaborative team that won a German Hip Hop award! No, not a contest, a genuine national award in Germany! She brought four songs for us to listen to along with their back stories. And hey! The story behind the hip hop award is truly next level engagement stuff, it's a must hear story! Stay with us to hear about Lorraine Baron's musical journey.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lorraine.baron

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorraine.baron/

Website: https://www.lorrainebaron.com/

Apr 29, 202101:07:18
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.
Apr 22, 202101:18:33
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.
Apr 15, 202101:21:10
Corey Pryor! From Newsboys keyboardist to DJ and music production, Corey has stayed the course with his faith and his music
Apr 08, 202101:42:26
Lewin Barringer! He is likely the master of all things musical with great stories from his journey to tell!

Lewin Barringer! He is likely the master of all things musical with great stories from his journey to tell!

Feb 11, 202101:27:30
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.

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.

In Episode #12 of Local Open Mic we chat with Megan Barker, she is a singer/songwriter and host of a popular live event in Nashville on Sunday nights called "Jammin' In Jammies", three years running now. Jammin' In Jammies is THE place to go to showcase your talents as a song writer. Many locals find song co-writing partners while attending.  Megan started performing at an early age in Las Vegas as a professional paid busker! Yes, you heard that right, a professional busker! In time she moved to Nashville, where she had some breakout songs on Spotify, leading to a global following for her own country music and you'll hear three songs today that are sure to make you a life long fan. So stay with us to hear about Megan's musical journey.


Meganbarkermusic@yahoo.com

Jammininjammies.com

On Spotify search for Megan Barker and Jammin in Jammies

Feb 04, 202101:07:48
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!
Jan 28, 202101:13:35
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.

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.

In Episode #10 of Local Open Mic we talk with Australian native, Rae Leigh.  Rae is a singer/songwriter from Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. She seems to conquer just about anything she turns her attention too. Coming from a rich gospel background, you can hear the honest lyrical stylings that make her music a stand out in a sea of quality music being produced 'down under'. In addition to her music interests, she is the host of an amazing podcast that we'll talk about. It recently trended on iTunes in New Zealand, coming in at #3! She brought three of her current releases for us to hear, along with the backstory to each. So be sure to stay with us for this episode because you'll feel as though you know Rae Leigh by the time we are done! Her social media locations Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/RaeLeighAUS Instagram:  Rae Leigh (@raeleighaus) • Instagram photos and videos Spotify:  @raeleigh Website: Rae Leigh - Singer & Songwriter (rae-leigh.com) Some of the gear Rae Leigh uses and mentioned in the podcast: Amazon.com: Fender Redondo Player – California Series Acoustic Guitar - Belmont Blue Finish: Musical Instruments BOSS KTN-50-2 Katana-50 MkII-50-watt 1x12 Guitar Combo Amp (KTN-50-MK2)
Jan 21, 202101:17:44