The Rhythm Section: A Memphis Music Podcast

SUNDAY REPLAY | Rocko Wallz & Mike Bertoldo, Fevertree [2/6/23]

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.
 
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#72. Paul Moreau | Thumpdaddy & Rock The Boat

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!
 
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SUNDAY REPLAY | Jeff Cobble, Memphis Guitarist [1/30/23]

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.
 
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#71. Frankie Hollie | Frankie Hollie and the Noise

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
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SUNDAY REPLAY | Tony Maharrey - Drummer, Amber McCain Band [1/16/22]

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.
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
 
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#70. Jason Luckett & Taylor Morris | 5 For the Kill

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
 
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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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SUNDAY REPLAY | Danny Day, Memphis Music Photographer [1/16/22]

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 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
 
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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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#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
 
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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