Episode 279 - The Jimmys

Led by Jimmy Voegeli, The Jimmys powerfully blend rock, soul, and swing into a fun and energetic show.

thejimmys.net

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Episode 278 - Steve Cohen

Accomplished Milwaukee based blues performer Steve Cohen.

http://www.stevecohenblues.com/index.html

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Episode 275 - Adam James Sorensen

Returning to his native home, Chicago, was the catalyst for his newly released sol debut, “Midwest”, which features a highly seasoned group of musicians including violist Eyvind Kant (Bill Frisell, Beck), multi-instrumentalist Mark Spencer (Son Volt), cellist Christopher Hoffman (Henry Threadgill), Seattle singer-songwriter Rachel Harrington and mandolin legend Don Stiernberg.

http://www.adamjamessorensen.com/

 

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Episode 274 - Micah Olsan & the OCD Big Band

Micah Olsan & the OCD Big Band is an indie folk ensemble that likes to explore as much musical territory as possible. You'll hear bits of jazz and funk and world music interwoven through any given set.

http://www.reverbnation.com/micaholsan

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Episode 273 - Zachary Scot Johnson

Singer-Songwriter Zachary Scot Johnson

http://www.zacharyscotjohnson.com/

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Episode 271 - Arkan

Arkadiy ARKAN Yushin is guitarist-virtuoso of American-European musical background, a master of several guitar styles.

http://www.arkanmusic.com/

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Episode 270 - New Breed Quartet with Rob Dz

(part two)

Jazz meets hip hop as Madison’s most celebrated spoken word poet, Rob Dz, joins forces with the New Breed Quartet, one of Madison’s top jazz bands.  Like a jazz artist, Mr. Dz composes spontaneously using words instead of music, and his latest collaboration with the New Breed will create original material that draws on contemporary characteristics of each genre while allowing generous space for improvisation.

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Episode 269 - New Breed Quartet with Rob Dz

Jazz meets hip hop as Madison’s most celebrated spoken word poet, Rob Dz, joins forces with the New Breed Quartet, one of Madison’s top jazz bands.  Like a jazz artist, Mr. Dz composes spontaneously using words instead of music, and his latest collaboration with the New Breed will create original material that draws on contemporary characteristics of each genre while allowing generous space for improvisation.

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Episode 268 - Mark Adkins & Subvocal

Mark Adkins returns to Mad Toast Live with a new lineup in his band Subvocal.   The group is described as "Folk Noir."

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Episode 267 - Dakota Winddancer

Dakota Windancer is best described as a “Man of Spirit” , with gifts of spiritual wealth to share.   He plays an assortment of beautiful native flutes and is joined by percussionist  Jesse Warmka.

peacefulheart.net/dakota-windancer/

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Episode 266 - Field & James

Local group Field & James (Field Stark and James Eisele) recently released a new recording, I Get the Best of You.

http://fieldandjames.com/

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Episode 265 - Brandon Beebe

An active and exciting new songwriter on the Madison and WI scenes, Brandon Beebe was the recent recipient of a 2012 Madison Music Award for "Best New Artist". "Gently finger-picked acoustic guitar and vocals are deceptive; a close listen reveals layers of delicate sounds that are simply a joy to delve into. At times he can seem much older than his years. His lyrics are deeply felt and bear the mark of someone who has a lifetime of experiences to draw from." (Rick Tvedt / Local Sounds Magazine)

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Episode 264 - Luke Polipnick

Part Two

Guitarist-composer-producer Luke Polipnick returns to Madison with a special group of top improvisers from New York City (drummer Mike Pride) and the Twin Cities (saxophonist Brandon Wozniak and bassist Adam Linz) to kick off a Fall Midwestern tour. Luke and his band-mates exemplify the eclectic approach that many of our younger creative musicians are taking today, moving with great skill and confidence as they cross and integrate musical genres, while infusing their music with the improvisational spirit and masterful technique so central to good jazz. For "Jazz on a Sunday," Luke's group will be performing new music that he composed for the group's Fall tour. He describes it as featuring "thematic material from folksy to rocking but rooted in jazz, appealing to fans of "post rock," folk, reggae, free improvisation and mainstream jazz."

http://www.lukepolipnick.com/

Episode 263 - Luke Polipnick

Part One

Guitarist-composer-producer Luke Polipnick returns to Madison with a special group of top improvisers from New York City (drummer Mike Pride) and the Twin Cities (saxophonist Brandon Wozniak and bassist Adam Linz) to kick off a Fall Midwestern tour. Luke and his band-mates exemplify the eclectic approach that many of our younger creative musicians are taking today, moving with great skill and confidence as they cross and integrate musical genres, while infusing their music with the improvisational spirit and masterful technique so central to good jazz. For "Jazz on a Sunday," Luke's group will be performing new music that he composed for the group's Fall tour. He describes it as featuring "thematic material from folksy to rocking but rooted in jazz, appealing to fans of "post rock," folk, reggae, free improvisation and mainstream jazz."

http://www.lukepolipnick.com/

Episode 262 - Karen Savoca & Pete Heitzman

Episode 2 of 2

Karen and Pete graced our show a couple years back and we've never quite recovered...not sure we want to.  This soulful folk duo played another great show.  Enjoy!

http://www.karensavoca.com/index.html

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Episode 261 - Karen Savoca and Pete Heitzman

Episode 1 of 2

Karen and Pete graced our show a couple years back and we've never quite recovered...not sure we want to.  This soulful folk duo played another great show.  Enjoy!

http://www.karensavoca.com/index.html

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Episode 260 - Whiskey Farm

Great local folk rock band Whiskey Farm plays their well crafted songs including beautiful harmonies and skilled musicians.

http://thewhiskeyfarm.com/

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Episode 259 - Robby Schiller

Eclectic songwriter, and member of the Madison band the Blueheels, Robby Schiller plays a powerful set.

http://blueheels.bandcamp.com/

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Episode 258 - Dan Hazlett

Superb guitarist, songwriter and storyteller Dan Hazlett.

http://danhazlett.com/

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Episode 257 - Sizzlers

These iconic musicians recently ended a 17-year stint at the Avenue Bar playing their  brand of Dixieland Jazz.  Now they can be found at festivals and other venues all over!

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