The Rhythm Section: A Memphis Music Podcast
Welcome to The Rhythm Section: A Memphis Music Podcast From legendary artists to emerging talents, we celebrate the soul of Memphis music. Tune in for engaging interviews, behind-the-scenes insights, and a rich tapestry of musical heritage. The Rhythm Section Podcast is more than just a music podcast; it celebrates Memphis’ vibrant community, which keeps it alive. Whether you’re a longtime fan of Memphis music or a newcomer looking to discover the city’s hidden gems, The Rhythm Section Podcast is the perfect podcast for you. Follow at TheRhythmSectionPod.com Hosted by Derrick Michaud and Jeff Ward Produced by Derrick Michaud and SRP Studios Podcasting - SRPStudiosLLC.com
Episodes
Sunday Aug 25, 2024
Sunday Aug 25, 2024
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 drummer John Patterson came by the studio to chat about touring and recording back in the 80s and 90s glory days with Tora Tora, and also more recently with Fevertree. We also listened to a Tora Tora classic, and of course we couldn’t let John go without sharing a few tour stories!
HOW TO SUPPORT
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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Wednesday Aug 21, 2024
Wednesday Aug 21, 2024
In today's episode, Shawn Few kicks things off with some hilarious dad jokes and a chat about his band, The Lost 45's. Then, we dive deep with musician Keith Blanchard as he shares stories from his acoustic work, his bass-playing career, the origin of his band Grand Theft Audio and his journey through the Memphis' music scene. We also explore his sound engineering days at Stage Stop, working with legendary bands like Warrant and Quiet Riot.
SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS at TheRhythmSectionPod2022@gmail.com
HOW TO DONATE TO THE PODCAST
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.
Venmo - @therhythmsectionpod
CashApp - $therhythmsectionpod
Thanks for tuning in and supporting the Rhythm Section Podcast.
🌐 Follow The Rhythm Section Pod: therhythmsectionpod.com
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🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com
Sunday Aug 18, 2024
Sunday Aug 18, 2024
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 episode, Rocko Wallz and Mike Bertoldo from Memphis band Fever tree stop by the studio to talk with us about the Memphis music scene, their origins and recording process, and the story behind one of the more…unique pieces of Fevertree merch.
HOW TO SUPPORT
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.
Venmo - @therhythmsectionpod
CashApp - $therhythmsectionpod
Thanks for tuning in and supporting the Rhythm Section Podcast.
🌐 Follow The Rhythm Section Pod: therhythmsectionpod.com
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🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
The gang welcomes good friend Kenny Francis to the intro to recap his time at the Tom Keifer Band show in Philadelphia, MS this past weekend along with our own Jeff Ward. And the World Premiere of the new hit single “Possum Tittie’s Swingin”,
Our featured guest is guitarist Paul Moreau, who is rocking with Thumpdaddy and Rock The Boat. Catch Rock The Boat live at the Hometown Headliner music series on September 19th in Hernando, MS.Paul also shares stories about organizing events like the Tommy Awards, Merry Kissmas, his nad in the Stagestop Reunion to honor the legendary Nita Makris and his time with past bands like Bad English and Led Zeppin. Plus, a fun story about playing "Purple Rain" with Cory Glover at The Sands last November!
SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS at TheRhythmSectionPod2022@gmail.com
HOW TO DONATE TO THE PODCAST
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.
Venmo - @therhythmsectionpod
CashApp - $therhythmsectionpod
Thanks for tuning in and supporting the Rhythm Section Podcast.
🌐 Follow The Rhythm Section Pod: therhythmsectionpod.com
📺 WATCH - YouTube and Facebook
🎧 LISTEN - Apple and Spotify
🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com
Sunday Aug 11, 2024
Sunday Aug 11, 2024
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.
Jeff Cobble came by the studio to talk to us about his gig writing guitar lessons for a Finnish guitar magazine, his lifelong love of Rush, and much more. We also listen to a track by another band of Jeff’s called Seventh Sundown, and the story behind the title “Pasture Aroma.
HOW TO SUPPORT
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.
Venmo - @therhythmsectionpod
CashApp - $therhythmsectionpod
Thanks for tuning in and supporting the Rhythm Section Podcast.
🌐 Follow The Rhythm Section Pod: therhythmsectionpod.com
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🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com
Wednesday Aug 07, 2024
Wednesday Aug 07, 2024
In the first segment, Derrick swoons over a fresh new sound, chats about his weekend at the Blackberry Smoke show at Bluesville in Tunica, MS, and gives a shoutout to the fantastic Goldstrike house band. Then, Derrick and Jeff dive into fan questions sent to therhythmsectionpod2022@gmail.com. To wrap things up, the guys tease a featured song that will be played on next week's show.
In the featured guest segment, the gang had a blast chatting with Frankie Hollie from Frankie Hollie and the Noise. They delved into the band's members and their unique music style, explored Frankie's influences and the band's origins, and marveled at his epic drum kit and rockstar hair. Plus, we talked about the current venues he rocks, including Newbys, every Thursday with Eddie Smith and Brannon Heath.
FB - www.facebook.com/fehollie
SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS at TheRhythmSectionPod2022@gmail.com
HOW TO DONATE TO THE PODCAST
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.
Venmo - @therhythmsectionpod
CashApp - $therhythmsectionpod
Thanks for tuning in and supporting the Rhythm Section Podcast.
🌐 Follow The Rhythm Section Pod: therhythmsectionpod.com
📺 WATCH - YouTube and Facebook
🎧 LISTEN - Apple and Spotify
🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com
Sunday Aug 04, 2024
Sunday Aug 04, 2024
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.
Tony Maharrey, drummer for country artist Amber McCain, came by the studio to talk to us about his deep roots in the Memphis music scene and playing with other country music greats like Randy Houser. Most importantly, Tony discusses the upcoming benefit show for his wife Amber Maharrey, who has been fighting cancer after a recent diagnosis. The event is at Neil’s Music Room on January 29, and we encourage all of our listeners in the Memphis area to attend and help out Tony and Amber.
Tony Maharrey’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tony.maharrey.5
Amber McCain Band’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Theambermccainband
HOW TO SUPPORT
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.
Venmo - @therhythmsectionpod
CashApp - $therhythmsectionpod
Thanks for tuning in and supporting the Rhythm Section Podcast.
🌐 Follow The Rhythm Section Pod: therhythmsectionpod.com
📺 WATCH - YouTube and Facebook
🎧 LISTEN - Apple and Spotify
🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com
Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
To kick things off, Derrick and Jeff share their recent visits to Lucky Dog and Nashoba, where they enjoyed performances by 30 Minute Ego and the Rice Drewry Collective.
Our featured guests today are Jason Luckett and Taylo Morris from 5 For the Kill. Don’t miss their performance at Growler’s on Monday August 5th at 7pm as part of The Kickin’ & Screamin’ Tour, where they'll be opening for Nonpoint and Black Stone Cherry. In this interview, you'll get to know Jason and Taylor better, learn about their history and influences, and hear all about the band's writing process, recording experiences, and future plans.
Check out 5 For the Kill’s past interview with Brad Rials & Brian Hall
https://www.therhythmsectionpod.com/episodes/56-brain-hall-brad-riales-5forthekill
5 For the Kill FB
https://www.facebook.com/StoicSoundOfficial
YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@5ForTheKill
SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS at TheRhythmSectionPod2022@gmail.com
HOW TO SUPPORT
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.
Venmo - @therhythmsectionpod
CashApp - $therhythmsectionpod
Thanks for tuning in and supporting the Rhythm Section Podcast.
🌐 Follow The Rhythm Section Pod: therhythmsectionpod.com
📺 WATCH - YouTube and Facebook
🎧 LISTEN - Apple and Spotify
🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com
Sunday Jul 28, 2024
Sunday Jul 28, 2024
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 photographer Danny Day came by the studio to talk to us about how he became Memphis’ signature rock photographer, and tells us some of his favorite stories working with Memphis’ finest, and beyond.
Danny Day’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danny.day.3760
HOW TO SUPPORT
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.
Venmo - @therhythmsectionpod
CashApp - $therhythmsectionpod
Thanks for tuning in and supporting the Rhythm Section Podcast.
🌐 Follow The Rhythm Section Pod: therhythmsectionpod.com
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🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com
Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
In the intro segment, Jeff Ward and I recap the Celebration of Life for Pete Mendillo and give thanks to all involved. Then, we segue into the interview with Jeff Adams where we talk about the Kiss show at Lafayette's Music Room, 5th Kind, early influences, Jimi Jamison and Survivor, working with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and of course Starship.
https://www.facebook.com/jeffadamsmusic
HOW TO SUPPORT
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.
Venmo - @therhythmsectionpod
CashApp - $therhythmsectionpod
Thanks for tuning in and supporting the Rhythm Section Podcast.
🌐 Follow The Rhythm Section Pod: therhythmsectionpod.com
📺 WATCH - YouTube and Facebook
🎧 LISTEN - Apple and Spotify
🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com