The Rhythm Section: A Memphis Music Podcast

#69. Jeff Adams | Bassist for Starship

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
 
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SUNDAY REPLAY | Josh Haynes, Area 51, Six Feet Thunder [1/9/22]

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.
 
Prolific Memphis guitarist Josh Haynes stopped by this week to talk to us about his involvement in bands like Area 51 and Six Feet Thunder, his love of Pink Floyd, and the importance of moisturizer.
Area 51 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/area51memphis
Josh Haynes’ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshhaynesguitar
Josh Haynes’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josh_haynes1980/
 
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#68. Thomas Halfacre | Halfacre Audio & Lighting

Derrick and Jeff welcome special guests, Under the Radar for today’s intro. Zeke Yarbro, Matt Ireland, and Ryan Halcomb joined the show to promote their upcoming reunion show at Neil’s on Friday July 26th, 8pm. These guys are absolute prodigies and had incredible success back when they were all youngsters starting at the age of 11 years old. They opened up for artists such as Saliva, 38 Special, Kansas, and Lover Boy just to name a few playing venues like The Ryman Theatre and Bank Plus Amphitheater all as young children and they were AWESOME!!
Today’s feature guest is Thomas Halfacre from Halfacre Audio & Lighting. Thomas is a long-time audio and lighting engineer in Memphis and came with some great stories about his time at the Stage Stop, touring with Play Rough, his amazing work for the 50th Anniversary Kiss show at Lafayette’s and his work with youth theatre.
 
Personal FB
https://www.facebook.com/thomas.halfacre
Halfacre Audio & Lighting
https://www.facebook.com/HalfacreAudioLighting
 
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SUNDAY REPLAY | Brandon Marlier, Marlier Sound and Light Design [1/2/22]

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.
Derrick and Jeff shine a light on the technical side of the Memphis music scene, with Brandon Marlier of Marlier Sound and Light Design. He explains his approach to lighting and how he’s able to make bands look and sound great. Brandon is also an accomplished drummer in his own right, with bands Aquanet and Circus.
You can learn more about Brandon and his business on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandon.marlier.9
https://www.facebook.com/MarlierLightingandSound
 
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#67. Chris Craig & Kinley Wolfe | Frayser Blvd

In the intro, the guys discuss Jeff’s recent show at Dan McGuiness, more promotion for Pete Mendillo’s Celebration of Life, July 21st, Neil’s Music Room, 5pm, no cover, and Jeff’s love note to Mr. Shawn Few.
Today’s featured guests are Chris Craig and Kinley Wolfe, who are in to talk about their new project, Frayser Blvd. It’s an incredible album of heavy-hitting songs, anthems, and soundscapes. You can find two singles on Spotify and all digital platforms, Sorry You’re a Horse and Radar Love. The next single, Is It My Body, will be released on July 15th, and the whole album will be available on August 1st. In this interview, you will learn more about the origin story behind Frayser Blvd and the entire gang runs through the album track by track. Last year, Chris and Kinley were on the show to talk about Lord Tracy. You will find a link to that episode below to learn the history behind the legendary band Lord Tracy.
 
Frayser Blvd FB
https://www.facebook.com/FrayserBlvd
Frayser Blvd Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4gfKrWZ847XiCmUbBlpomJ?si=JBgsFmQxREqrZ9PhLWwIjg
Website
www.frayserblvd.com
 
First interview with Chris & Kinley that covered the history of Lord Tracy
https://www.therhythmsectionpod.com/episodes/episode-42-chriscraigandkinleywolfe
 
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SUNDAY REPLAY | Derek Joseph, The Derek Joseph Band [12/26/22]

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.
Our friend and bandmate, Nashville recording artist Derek Joseph, swung by the studio to talk to us about how he got his start in the Nashville country music industry, as well as his deep and abiding love for 80s rock bands.
For all of Derek’s information go to www.DerekJoseph.net
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#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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