The Rhythm Section: A Memphis Music Podcast

#66. Jeffery Caughron | Guitarist, Roxy Blue

In the intro segment Derrick and Jeff give a special shoutout to Steve Owens and Katrina Owens for all they do for the Memphis Music Family. Steve and Katrina show up and show out in a the biggest of ways and are part of the fabric of the Memphis Music Community. Big love and respect to Steve and Katrina Owens from the TRS family.
Today’s featured guest is Jeffery Caughron, guitarist for legendary Memphis band, Roxy Blue. You will learn about Jeffery’s introduction to Roxy Blue and how he became a member. And we cover his vast music history with bands such as, Every Mother’s Nightmare, Deep Shag, Jasmine Kane, Jessta James, Full Devil Jacket and current cover band, Typsy Gypsy.
Jeffery’s FB
www.facebook.com/JefferyCaughron
Roxy Blue
www.facebook.com/JefferyCaughron
 
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SUNDAY REPLAY | Steve Owens, Memphis Music Ambassador [12/19/22]

Join us for our NEW Sunday Replay Series! Each Sunday, we bring back your favorite interviews in the order in which they were originally published, allowing you to relive the best moments and stories from past episodes.
Memphis music ambassador Steve Owens talks to us about supporting the local Memphis music and all of the work he does behind the scenes, from helping load to gear, to helping raise money for various bands and causes.
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/steve.owens.18
 
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#65. Tommy Cathey | Almost Famous, Target & DeGarmo and Key

This episode starts with Derrick giving shoutouts to the bands he went out to see over the weekend. Then, Derrick and Jeff give more details on the Celebration of Life for Pete Mendillo, including a rundown of the songs that will be played at the show.
Today’s featured guest is the one and only Tommy Cathey, legendary bassist for the popular Memphis band Almost Famous. Tommy also has a fantastic history, playing with Jimi Jamison and Target, being inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame with DeGarmo and Key, and being a Christian Rap producer for DC Talk. A fantastic person with tremendous stories. We hope you enjoy the interview with Tommy Cathey.
FB - https://www.facebook.com/tommycatheymusic
 
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SUNDAY REPLAY | Allan Bone, 901 Rox, The Boneyard & EMN [12/12/22]

Join us for our NEW Sunday Replay Series! Each Sunday, we bring back your favorite interviews in the order in which they were originally published, allowing you to relive the best moments and stories from past episodes.
Allan’s current band work has changed a lot since this recording. But you can still enjoy his story and learn more about his music history. We also talk about the various bands in been in over the years like Every Mother’s Nightmare, Full Circle, and the challenges of balancing a day job with the rock & roll life.
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/allan.bone.3
 
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#64. Jim Peterik | The Ides of March, The Jim Peterik Band and Formerly of Survivor

In today’s intro, Derrick and Jeff invite a special guest to help them make a special announcement. Miss Carolyn Mendillo joins the show and helps the guys announce the upcoming Celebration of Life for her late husband, Pete Mendillo. This legendary and beloved Memphis drummer has played and toured with Jimi Jamison, Savoy Brown, Brian Howe, and Brad Whitford, to name a few. The Celebration of Life will be at Neil’s Music Room on Sunday, July 21st, starting at 5pm. It is a FREE show that will include a night filled with music by dozens of local musicians and 16 drummers. You don’t want to miss this.
Pete was on the podcast very early on. We highly suggest you watch/listen to his interview as it happened a few months before his passing. He tells some amazing stories about what he has done and with whom he did it. Click the link below:
https://youtu.be/JBkC9_GuO1g
 
Our feature guest this week is the legendary Jim Peterik, the founder of The Ides of March, The Jim Peterick Band, and formerly of Survivor. Jim joined us via telephone from Chicago and was very generous with his time. We discuss the formation of The Ides of March, touring with Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, and Janis Joplin, his time working with Survivor and Jimi Jamison, and much, much more. He even sings to Derrick and Jeff at the end, so stay tuned for that!
Please visit Jim’s official website at www.jimpeterik.com
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SUNDAY REPLAY | Pete Mendillo [12/05/22]

Join us for our NEW Sunday Replay Series! Each Sunday, we bring back your favorite interviews in the order in which they were originally published, allowing you to relive the best moments and stories from past episodes.
Sadly, Pete passed away a few months after this recording. We hope you enjoy the awesome stories that he shared with us. Blessed we were to capture his story when we did. Everyone loved Pete and we hope this will be cathartic to all. Please enjoy his stories that include his Grammy Nomination with Bobby Rush, his time with bands 5th Kind and Area 51 and his audition for Jimi Jamison.
 
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If you find it in your heart to donate to the cause and help fuel the podcast you can do so through our new Venmo and CashApp. Your support is greatly appreciated and will help shine a brighter spotlight on the great Memphis Music Community.
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#63. Carlos Ecos | The Carlos Ecos Band

In this intro, Derrick and Jeff share their weekend stories, including Jeff’s Gen-X gig at Lucky Dog and Derrick’s gig with Elevation Memphis: A Tina Turner Tribute Experience, where he received next to no applause when introduced to the audience at Lafayette's. They give a shout-out to The Deb Jam Band with Debbie Jamison and recount a hilarious moment when Derrick was called up to the stage while he was in the bathroom. Plus, Derrick shares his experience catching the band Seeing Red at Lafayette's.
In the main portion of the show, Derrick and Jeff engage in a lively discussion with musician and featured guest Carlos Ecos. They explore Carlos's musical background, including his early days in Gainesville, Florida, his influential time in Memphis, and his experiences in the Austin music scene. Carlos recounts his days with the band Gun Down Mary, and his mentors.
 
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SUNDAY REPLAY | Tim Dills, Fevertree [11/28/22]

Join us for our NEW Sunday Replay Series! Each Sunday, we bring back your favorite interviews in the order in which they were originally published, allowing you to relive the best moments and stories from past episodes.
In this interview with Tim Dills, we discuss his band Fevertree, Tora Tora, Roxy Blue, The Stage Stop, Rascals, and many other local and legendary Memphis bands and venues.
https://www.fevertreeband.com/
 
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#62. Eric Stone | Vocalist for The Deb Jam Band

WELCOME BACK!! It’s a brand new season full of special announcements. It’s the first show in several weeks so if you guessed that Derrick and Jeff’s intro is a dumpster fire then you guessed right. But as always in good fun. The boys run down what the new season looks like, why the long wait and a new special weekly series. 
Today’s featured guest is Eric Stone, vocalist for The Deb Jam Band. In addition to learning more about The Deb Jam Band, the gang talks about Eric’s start as a vocalist and musician in church growin up, his experiences in touring the chitlin circuit for several years, his first plastic guitar, his sparkly shoes and much much more. Eric’s story is rich with history and came to play. Fun was had by all!! 
 
 
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FILMING HAS BEGUN!! Season 4 is coming on Wednesday, June 5th. YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Apple, and Spotify. Listen/watch for more details!