https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/Interviewing the world class songwriters of Detroithttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/podcast.xmlen-usFri, 02 Oct 2026 22:25:00 +0000Detroit Songwriter DispatchInterviewing the world class songwriters of DetroityesJames Arquette joins off to talk about writing The Times and finding his way through folk, blues, Dylan, Cash, Bowie, aliens, robots and the machinery of modern life. Listen on Spotify and other online destinations !https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/james-arquette-watches-the-watchmen/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/james-arquette-watches-the-watchmen/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:12:46 +000058:511fullLacy Sterling fronts Detroit 442 and Motor City Blues Destroyers, has been playing punk music since the seventies, and looks at the world and sees reason to hope. Fitting for someone who views planning European tours like a giant puzzle. We has a lot of fun talking to Lacy about getting into punk music, the DIY ethos that took him to Istanbul and beyond, his disdain for the nineties, and how the music community of today inspires him to optimism. Detroit 442 Website Detroit 442 Bandcamp Minneapolis on Bandcamphttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/lacy-sterling-refuses-nostalgia/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/lacy-sterling-refuses-nostalgia/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:35:52 +000001:07:252fullMaxwell Rincon joins the crew on the Ghost Light stage to talk about picking up music during the pandemic and hitting like nothing but green lights since.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/maxwell-rincon-burns-it-down/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/maxwell-rincon-burns-it-down/Tue, 26 May 2026 16:11:13 +000001:12:513fullBoy Blue (or is that JW Howard?) joins Brion and Chris to discuss the downhill journey of learning guitar. The episode meanders through ghost lights, dog Ozempic, and why the Detroit music scene provided the necessary reconciliation after a wild stint in Grand Rapids. John performs two soulful originals and explains why you’ll likely never find his best work on Spotify, at least not until Spotifyhead.com takes off. Scott analyzed the metadata during the haunting. The ghost was indeed the original JW Howard. He has moved on to haunting someone's substack account.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/boy-blue-probes-the-universe/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/boy-blue-probes-the-universe/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:11:37 +000001:00:004fullCaleb Sanchez joins the Dispatch on the Ghost Light stage to trace his artistic evolution from the raw, confessional songwriting of Stoop Sesh to the high-energy, dance-driven blues of his current project, Sancho. He opens up about how a divorce, leaving the church, and a soul-crushing stint in corporate sales led him to discover Lightning Hopkins and a desire to create a "booty-shaking" vibe on stage. Listen to Caleb herehttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/caleb-sanchez-channels-the-blues/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/caleb-sanchez-channels-the-blues/Tue, 20 Jan 2026 18:25:33 +000001:36:055fullScott is back from abroad so Brion decided to record a podcast talking to the OG Dispatch hosts, Dave and Scott. Dave shares plans for new music and a much anticipated show in Windsor. Brion shares the virtues of rambling on. Chris is happy to fanboy. Scott confirms his new life mission: to get the audience to admit their secret grudges against him. Email him at secretgrudges@detroitsongwriterdispatch.comhttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/dave-chris-brion-scott-are-back-together-for-the-first-time/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/dave-chris-brion-scott-are-back-together-for-the-first-time/Sun, 09 Nov 2025 15:31:13 +000001:35:076fullFrancis DeCarlo joins the Dispatch to talk about his wide-ranging approach to music, from triple albums and virtual string quartets to Detroit gigs and his time at Philip Glass’s studio. He shares how songs often arrive like transmissions, found in accidents, mistakes, and moments of openness. Along the way he reflects on Detroit’s deep musical lineage, the challenge of keeping bands together, and why the city’s collaborative spirit makes it such fertile ground for creation. Francis also performs his longtime favorite “Esmeralda,” offering a glimpse into his belief that the best songs feel less written than received.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/francis-decarlo-receives-the-music/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/francis-decarlo-receives-the-music/Thu, 04 Sep 2025 17:03:41 +000001:05:267fullEdison Hollow’s frontman Tyler Chernoff joins us to talk heartbreak, hope, and hard rock. From open mic revelations to five-year-old superfans, Tyler shares how writing, recovery, and community helped shape his most personal song yet. Plus, he plays us an exclusive live version of “Darkness”—a breakup anthem with a time shift and a shimmer of light.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/tyler-chernoff-braving-the-darkness-finding-the-groove/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/tyler-chernoff-braving-the-darkness-finding-the-groove/Fri, 11 Jul 2025 16:07:05 +000001:42:408fullBrion and Chris sit down with Izak for a deeply personal and often hilarious conversation about songwriting, community, chronic pain, pandemic chaos, and why it's okay to skank to a sad song.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/izak-and-the-art-of-honest-noise/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/izak-and-the-art-of-honest-noise/Tue, 01 Jul 2025 20:30:18 +000001:19:289fullIn this episode, we lock into the weird and wonderful world of SG Bleviano—punk-hearted, bath-singing, art-slinging Detroit songwriter on a mission to drop 12 singles in 12 months. We talk beautiful garbage, DIY recording hacks, cartoon ghosts with Gretschs, and a guitar named Dolly that carries a heavy heart.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/sg-bleviano-and-beautiful-garbage/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/sg-bleviano-and-beautiful-garbage/Thu, 19 Jun 2025 16:00:25 +000059:4810fullJeff Jablonski joins the Dispatch to talk rhythm, regret, and 90 unreleased songs. We explore his roots, his writing philosophy, and why he’s more interested in live performance than recording. Along the way, he shares stories of lost compasses, poetic graffiti, and the quiet power of musical restraint. Features an exclusive deep cut: Tula.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/jeff-jablonski-the-haunt-of-hamtramck/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/jeff-jablonski-the-haunt-of-hamtramck/Wed, 07 May 2025 20:33:12 +000001:05:0411fullFor those who read episode descriptions… It doesn't seem we are losing Mike. Instead, he joins us to talk about his journey as a songwriter, his time with Candlebox, his solo work, and his approach to art in all forms—music, painting, even tattooing. He shares stories from the road, performs live, and gives us a glimpse into his upcoming album, Goodbye Forever: An Introduction. Plus, we dive into songwriting philosophy, the importance of just doing the work, and how creativity keeps us going.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/mike-leslie-goodbye-forever/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/mike-leslie-goodbye-forever/Sat, 15 Mar 2025 20:13:41 +000001:13:4612fullBrion Riborn is joined by none other than Chris Rose to interview Checkerhttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/a-checker-history/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/a-checker-history/Tue, 21 Jan 2025 16:45:50 +000001:19:2113fullThis week on the Detroit Songwriter Dispatch, Chris Bathgate joins the podcast to discuss his new album, Significance of Peaches . Bathgate talks about the inspiration for the album , the unique pump organ that he uses in his music , and the (then) upcoming show at Alpino in Detroit , where he will be performing with special peach-themed dishes prepared by the restaurant's chef. Bathgate also talks about the importance of taking risks in music , his songwriting process , and the role of mistakes in creativity . Plus, hear about: Bathgate's upcoming show at the New Dodge Lounge with Jack M and Oolie. How Bathgate's music ended up on Netflix. Stevie Nicks's amazing backstage performance of "Wild Heart."https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/chris-bathgate-looks-forward-to-peach-season/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/chris-bathgate-looks-forward-to-peach-season/Mon, 06 Jan 2025 21:33:44 +000001:29:2314fullThis summer 2024, Brion and Scott sat down with Brizzl before he left Detroit to talk about his experience coming up in Detroit music. Brizzl's links: Instagram Soundcloud Spotifyhttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/brizzl-has-layers/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/brizzl-has-layers/Sun, 24 Nov 2024 12:33:09 +000001:19:0064fullWe're back! Again! Aidan Pope joins Scott and Brion Riborn in the all new Detroit Songwriter Dispatch to discuss his album, Fast Love , available on Bandcamp. His work is available everywhere you stream, unless you're a mega hipster with some weird streaming service. Follow him on Instagram for updates on where to catch his music live.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/aidan-pope-will-field-your-complaints/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/aidan-pope-will-field-your-complaints/Mon, 02 Sep 2024 12:35:45 +000001:07:1563fullLori Stratton from The Stratton Setlist comes by and talks about covering music, interviewing musicians, and looking forward to shows. Website YouTubehttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/the-stratton-dispatch/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/the-stratton-dispatch/Thu, 10 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +000001:04:4862fullThe Dispatch is back! Again! Travis Albright joined us for an episode back in July and we had a great time talking about his process. Check out his music at travisjalbright.bandcamp.comhttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/travis-albright-the-process-is-just-doing-it/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/travis-albright-the-process-is-just-doing-it/Thu, 22 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +000001:29:4559fullDave Toennies and Cody Howard join Scott and guest cohost Allye Gaietto to talk about The Worst Excuses, Dave's latest album! Listen and BUY IT Herehttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/the-border-patrol-episode/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/the-border-patrol-episode/Mon, 25 May 2020 00:00:00 +000001:29:5657fullWhat an incredibly fun episode! We got together when that was still ok and Allye brought her piano as well as some demo recordings. Dave balks as Scott attempts a turf war with other podcasts. Check Allye out here: Bandcamp Twitter Facebook Spotifyhttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/allye-gaietto-guides-the-dispatch-through-her-song-normal-stuff/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/allye-gaietto-guides-the-dispatch-through-her-song-normal-stuff/Mon, 11 May 2020 00:00:00 +000002:32:1656fullKate Hinote Trio plays three songs and Kate Hinote sits down for an amazing discussion on songwriting, promotion, and some accidentally prescient talk on the gig economy. Go to https://katehinote.tumblr.com/ for all the details you could wish for. Matthew Parmenter on violin David Johnson on guitarhttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/the-root-of-kate-hinote/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/the-root-of-kate-hinote/Wed, 25 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +000002:20:2853fullEmilie Rivard (follow her instagram for show updates) is playing Hamtramck Music Festival this weekend. She plays in The Mishaps and solo all over Detroit.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/emilie-rivard-brings-three-units-and-sometimes-knows/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/emilie-rivard-brings-three-units-and-sometimes-knows/Thu, 27 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +000001:18:0852fullJackamo plays us songs and talks about how their bare bones style allows them to craft their stunningly arranged music. They are one whacky neighbor away from a sitcom.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/jackamo-and-the-sunbird-that-started-it-all/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/jackamo-and-the-sunbird-that-started-it-all/Thu, 13 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +000057:4051fullFrom her Tidal Unplugged bio: Singer-songwriter Emma Guzman, known cat enthusiast, rumored star child and compelled by unknown forces, has always felt the need to express herself through music. Choosing to spend her time humming melodies and frantically scribbling lyrics in various notebooks and on random scraps of paper, she has quietly amassed a substantial collection of songs. Described by the Detroit Metro Times as a "songwriting prodigy," and one of their top 15 artists to watch in 2016.  On this episode, we put several people and organizations on blast, talk about how music reviews can influence artists, and much more. Facebook Twitterhttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/emma-guzman-not-emma-guzman/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/emma-guzman-not-emma-guzman/Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +000058:2150fullMike and Angie Ward join Scott and Dave in kicking off Season Two of the Dispatch! *train whistle noise* Being a landmark 50th episode, we get pretty meta in this one.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/mike-and-angie-ward-on-supporting-detroit-music/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/mike-and-angie-ward-on-supporting-detroit-music/Fri, 15 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +000001:11:3648fullRyan Trager joins Dave and Scott to talk about creativity and the process.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/the-commitment-of-ryan-trager/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/the-commitment-of-ryan-trager/Mon, 28 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +000001:18:3847fullOne of my favorite Detroit songwriters and people, Vern! He is absolutely unmistakable and this podcast is no different. Hear how Vern developed his indelible stage presence and how a schoolyard crime ring led him to playing Piedmont blues.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/the-chaos-of-vern-from-spoo-willoughby-and-his-strange-attractors/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/the-chaos-of-vern-from-spoo-willoughby-and-his-strange-attractors/Thu, 10 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +000001:04:1246fullWilla Rae Adamo reflects on playing music in Detroit before moving to New York.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/an-adieu-to-willa-adamo/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/an-adieu-to-willa-adamo/Tue, 17 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +000001:15:1745fullPancho Villa's Skull is a mariachi punk band from Pontiac headed by brothers Tino and Rolando Ybarra. Bandcamp Facebook From their bio: What do you get when you cross traditional Mariachi music with Punk rock snarl and attitude? The answer: Pancho Villa’s Skull. Pancho Villa’s Skull was started by Tino Ybarra in 2011. While growing up in Pontiac, Michigan, Tino developed a love from Mariachi music through his grandfather on his mother’s side who, sang and played trumpet. He also spent time in south Texas with his paternal grandfather who took him across the border to Mexico from time to time so, he could know where he came from. As he got older he started playing in punk and ska bands around Detroit yet, he wanted to feel more connected to his roots. Inspired by bands like Gogol Bordello and The Pogues, both of whom looked into their own pasts to create something new, he decided to create what he calls Mariachi punk and started Pancho Villa’s Skull. A t the beginning of 2016 his brother Rolando Ybarra joined the band to play percussion and added to the sound heavily. Making the sound bigger but, maintaining a stripped down feel.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/tino-and-rolando-ybarra-of-pancho-villas-skull/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/tino-and-rolando-ybarra-of-pancho-villas-skull/Mon, 12 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +000001:47:0244fullDan Minard recently moved back to Detroit. Here we reflect on the difference between Nashville and Detroit music, taking care of yourself, speaking out, and much more. Check out http://thatdandyclassicmusichour.com/ for more Dan, and look for him around town!https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/dan-minard-on-being-back-in-detroit/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/dan-minard-on-being-back-in-detroit/Mon, 05 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +000001:52:2143fullThis week, Jack Oats comes by and talks with Dave and Scott about his stage persona, van camaraderie, and a bit about gear. Bandcamp Facebook "Jack Oats (Justin Erion) writes indie americana folk rock with its own set of twists. Solo acoustic, one man band style looping to a full band set up. Jack Oats has a catalogue of songs spanning from acoustic ballads that will break your heart to indie rock hooks that will get stuck in your head for days."https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/jack-oats-is-into-the-details/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/jack-oats-is-into-the-details/Mon, 29 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +000001:02:2942fullJohn Freeman plays with The Codgers and writes poetry. He joined the Dispatch and we discussed what 'arrogate' means, the natural wisdom of Doop, and Dillaha's probable protest against what we think 'arrogate' means.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/john-freeman-talks-inspiration-for-writing-lyrics-and-more/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/john-freeman-talks-inspiration-for-writing-lyrics-and-more/Mon, 22 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +000001:14:0541fullBunky Hunt of Whistlepig Records invited the Dispatch to his studio to chat about all things Whistlepig! Joining Bunky and Scott are songwriters Lonnie Stump and Ryan Dillaha. Bunky Hunt Bunky Hunt is a songwriter, recording engineer, and producer from Detroit, Michigan. "Raised during the 70's, and inspired by bands such as the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Daniel Lanois, and Tom Petty. Today, Americana music is his passion. Driven by a love for tube amplifiers, outboard recording gear, and vintage microphones. Doing it the right way." https://whistlepigmusicgroup.com https://bunkyhunt.net Ryan Dillaha Ryan Dillaha is a songwriter of literary talent and clear delivery, known for his solo work and work with Ryan Dillaha and the Miracle Men. His next release is produced by Bunky Hunt at Whistlepig Records. Lonnie Stump Lonnie Stump is an experienced musician with a natural command of song form working with Bunky Hunt and Whistlepig Records.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/bunky-hunt-whistlepig-records-with-ryan-dillaha-and-lonnie-stump/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/bunky-hunt-whistlepig-records-with-ryan-dillaha-and-lonnie-stump/Mon, 15 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +000001:13:3640fullPaco Higdon and Tom Phillips join the Dispatch and talk about their time playing music on a cruise ship, pet pigs, arranging music for stage and studio. Paco and Tom are currently working on opening a recording studio in Roseville. https://www.tuxedoavestudios.com/ PACO HIGDON TALENTED MULTI-INSTRUMENTALIST, PRODUCER, ARRANGER, AND ARTIST BORN AND RAISED IN THE DETROIT MUSIC SCENE.  HE CULTIVATED HIS CREATIVE SKILLS WHILE LIVING IN BOSTON AND GRADUATED FROM BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC WITH A DEGREE IN PROFESSIONAL MUSIC, BEFORE COMING BACK HOME TO MICHIGAN.  HE IS KNOWN FOR HIS ECCENTRIC SONGWRITING AND TECHNICAL PROWESS, SHOWCASED IN PERFORMANCES WITH HIS GROUP THE PACO HIGDON BAND .  HE HAS PRODUCED MANY DETROIT SONGWRITERS, IS A SEASONED SESSION MUSICIAN, PERFORMED IN NUMEROUS THEATER PRODUCTIONS, AND IS A FIRM SUPPORTER OF ALL FORMS OF ART, AMATEUR OR PROFESSIONAL.  PACO’S GOAL IS TO CULTIVATE UP-AND-COMING MUSICIANS AND BANDS,  HELPING THEM TO SHINE ON A NATIONAL LEVEL. TOM PHILLIPS A BASSIST, PERFORMER, ARRANGER, AND SONGWRITER BASED OUT OF ROYAL OAK, MI. ORIGINALLY FROM NEW JERSEY, HE GRADUATED WITH A DEGREE IN ELECTRIC BASS PERFORMANCE FROM BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC IN 2014, AND RELOCATED TO THE DETROIT AREA IN 2017 TO HELP GET TUXEDO AVE OFF THE GROUND.  OVER THE YEARS, HE HAS PERFORMED INTERNATIONALLY, RECORDED ON HUNDREDS OF SONGS IN A VARIETY OF GENRES, AND RECENTLY RELEASED HIS DEBUT ALBUM WITH HIS BAND WHITE FLASH .  HE IS CURRENTLY GIGGING AND TOURING NATIONALLY WITH A VARIETY OF DETROIT ARTISTS, AS WELL AS TEACHING LOCALLY.  WHEN IT COMES TO CREATING AND RECORDING MUSIC, HE PREFERS WORKING WITH INDIE AND ALTERNATIVE ROCK GROUPS.  IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO DELIVER TIGHT, NUANCED GROOVES, TASTEFUL ARRANGEMENTS, AND THOUGHTFUL PRODUCTION TO HELP BRING YOUR SONGS TO LIFE, TOM PHILLIPS IS YOUR MAN.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/paco-higdon-tom-phillips-and-a-real-good-riddle/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/paco-higdon-tom-phillips-and-a-real-good-riddle/Mon, 01 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +000002:15:2839fullDarren Shelton is the proprietor of the Ghost Light and Executive Director of Planet Ant. He joins us this week to talk about the talent in Detroit and how to manage a chaotic lifestyle when you love certainty.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/darren-shelton-does-the-dishes/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/darren-shelton-does-the-dishes/Mon, 24 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +000002:16:2538fullAn incredible night at Doop's table in River Rouge. We talked music, but mostly the value of being good to each other. The night ends with passing a guitar around. Guests Don Duprie Alison Lewis Darren Shelton Jim Diamond Wally Kravens Kelly 'The Assassin' Corrigan Pat Vadnaishttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/river-rouge-cast-with-don-duprie-alison-lewis-way-more/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/river-rouge-cast-with-don-duprie-alison-lewis-way-more/Mon, 17 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +000001:41:5837fullAnthony comes on the pod and talks about why he makes music, the role TV plays in it all, and what he wants to leave the world with.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/the-legacy-of-anthony-retka/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/the-legacy-of-anthony-retka/Mon, 10 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +000001:05:0736fullJim Diamond joins us to talk about producing bands, a little about the Detroit garage rock scene, and a little advice to those seeking professional careers in music.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/jim-diamonds-illumination/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/jim-diamonds-illumination/Mon, 06 May 2019 00:00:00 +000001:28:1632fullBilly Brandt joins the Dispatch and talks about the more visceral side to songwriting and the dominance of the heart over the mind.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/billy-brandt-songs-are-transcendent-spaceships/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/billy-brandt-songs-are-transcendent-spaceships/Mon, 29 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +000001:04:4831fullJo Serrapere and John Devine join us this week for part 2 of our interview End Music - Hamtram Shimmy performed by Jo and Johnhttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/jo-serrapere-john-devine-part-2/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/jo-serrapere-john-devine-part-2/Mon, 22 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +000042:5029fullRaye Williams joins us to talk about Detroit and Nashville, plus her fear of avian dinosaurs.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/raye-williams/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/raye-williams/Mon, 22 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +000050:3530fullJo Serrapere and John Devine join us this week to talk Delta blues and how through darkness light is best seen. End Music - Hamtram Shimmy performed by Jo and John, recorded at SCOTTCast HQ in the Dispatch Greenroomhttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/jo-serrapere-john-devine-part-1/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/jo-serrapere-john-devine-part-1/Mon, 08 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +000041:5928fullCarmel is a songwriter from Detroit with poppy idiosyncratic songs, literally designed to make you think. Check out her music on Bandcamp , Spotify , and her website .https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/carmel-liburdi-on-discovery-characters-and-her-journey-to-songwriting/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/carmel-liburdi-on-discovery-characters-and-her-journey-to-songwriting/Mon, 01 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +000001:16:3727fullAudra Kubat joins the Dispatch this week to talk about her songwriting process and the Detroit House Of Music! Detroit House of Music Facebook Page This Weeks Music in Detroithttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/audra-kubat-on-the-value-of-editing-feedback-detroit-house-of-music/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/audra-kubat-on-the-value-of-editing-feedback-detroit-house-of-music/Mon, 25 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +000001:06:1826fullSummer Like The Season joins us for an exceptional interview! After an arduous tour battling influenza in the back of a van, spirits are only up for the band. Summer Like The Season Facebook Bandcamp Spotify Summer and Sam also joined us for my favorite ever Dispatch Greenroom, only available on Patreon .https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/summer-like-the-season-regale-us-with-tales-of-perseverance-found-sound/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/summer-like-the-season-regale-us-with-tales-of-perseverance-found-sound/Mon, 18 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +000001:01:2525fullDrew Schultz joins us on the podcast, sharing stories about working with Motown, his projects, plus a live-on-podcast arrangement & performance of a song. Check out his show as Drew Schultz & The Broken Habits at 20 Front Street in Lake Orion on March 16th He also stuck around for the Dispatch Green Room, only available on Patreon!https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/drew-schultz-on-working-with-motown-the-songwriting-process/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/drew-schultz-on-working-with-motown-the-songwriting-process/Mon, 11 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +000001:53:1424fullJohn Salvage came highly recommended for the Dispatch, so here he is! He is playing Hamtramck Music Festival this year. Listen to his episode here or on the podcast player of your choice. And don't miss out on his appearance on The Dispatch Greenroom, only for Patreon supporters .https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/john-salvage-on-bands-solo-performing-and-songwriting/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/john-salvage-on-bands-solo-performing-and-songwriting/Tue, 26 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +000001:14:1922fullMaybe you've seen Courtney Hurley at New Way, or perhaps you've seen her singing with the Miracle Men. She may have regaled you with any number of hilarious anecdotes and, if you're lucky - maybe you got to hear a song. On this week's Dispatch, Courtney comes by to talk about the long road she took to end up in the songwriter's scene in Detroit, battling stage fright before gigs, and how surrounding herself with positive, hard-working writers has helped her hone her voice and craft.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/courtney-hurley-songs-gardettos-and-spit-takes/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/courtney-hurley-songs-gardettos-and-spit-takes/Mon, 18 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +000001:11:4421fullBillboard ends: 8:24 Interview begins: 11:00 Joel Douglas Gray is a fantastic performer and songwriter. He's releasing a single this Saturday at Ghost Light in Hamtramck and stopped by for a fantastic interview. If you love this interview, check out the bonus Dispatch with Joel - only on Patreon .https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/joel-douglas-gray-is-a-card-the-all-new-dispatch/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/joel-douglas-gray-is-a-card-the-all-new-dispatch/Mon, 11 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +000001:10:4020fullListen to this week's featuring the return of Brion Riborn from Barelyon! You heard him first on our episode featuring open mic hosts, so hear him now as an independent songwriter. Brion's rap albums, the rules of songwriting, the state of our music scene, and more galore!https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/brion-riborn-helps-launch-our-patreon-and-funds-scotts-jerry-maguire-obsession/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/brion-riborn-helps-launch-our-patreon-and-funds-scotts-jerry-maguire-obsession/Mon, 04 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +000002:13:0119fullMatt Dmits joins the Dispatch for a fantastic interview covering all facets of songwriting and performing in Detroit. Check out Matt's Bandcamp for his latest album!https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/matt-dmits-talks-songwriting-and-playing-in-detroit/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/matt-dmits-talks-songwriting-and-playing-in-detroit/Mon, 28 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +000002:17:2918fullJesse Passage joins us this week on the Dispatch, giving us hilarity and insight into his melodic mind. Interview starts around 4 minutes, 18 seconds in.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/a-portrait-of-jesse-passage/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/a-portrait-of-jesse-passage/Mon, 21 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +000001:59:2517fullWe often interview songwriters, but what about the people documenting the songwriters? Cybelle Codish & Doug Coombe are two extremely talented award-winning photographers and they've come on the Dispatch to share what it's like to practice their visual art alongside iconic and world-class Detroit musicians.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/cybelle-codish-doug-coombe-talk-photography-dave-talks-funeral-wieners/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/cybelle-codish-doug-coombe-talk-photography-dave-talks-funeral-wieners/Mon, 14 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +000002:19:1516fullAllye Gaietto met nine cats then recorded a dispatch in the space of three hours, discussing topics as diverse as her songwriter's education and yak shaving. Catch her show with Pancho Villa's Skull benefiting Do Only Good animal rescue on January 18th at the Crofoot!https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/allye-gaietto-is-an-agent-of-chaos/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/allye-gaietto-is-an-agent-of-chaos/Mon, 07 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +000001:58:0415fullRyan Dillaha. You know him from our constant plugging of the open mic at New Way. You know him when he rocks the house with the Miracle Men. And now, you know him as your favorite Christmas podcast drop!https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/ryan-dillaha-open-weeper/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/ryan-dillaha-open-weeper/Mon, 24 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +000002:29:2613fullIan Lee Lamb joins the podcast and tries his hardest to derail your mighty heroes from their quest to discover songwriting knowledge. He does a pretty good job. Listen to his latest album Last Tango In Atlantis and catch him this Saturday at the Ghost Light!https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/ian-lee-lamb-gives-a-masterclass-in-derailing-conversation/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/ian-lee-lamb-gives-a-masterclass-in-derailing-conversation/Mon, 17 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +000001:51:5812fullKubat Finlay & Rose join Scott and Dave and, well, get silly for a couple hours. Be sure to catch them at Willis Show Bar this Wednesday for their La Femme feature and Christmas specialhttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/kubat-finlay-rose-new-records-new-show-old-accents/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/kubat-finlay-rose-new-records-new-show-old-accents/Mon, 10 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +000001:42:4111fullSongwriter extraordinaire and beacon of strength Alison Lewis joins the Dispatch for a wide-ranging discussion covering topics as diverse as songwriting, life after death, Eminem, the Oscars, plus an exclusive performance involving train whistles and didgeridoos.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/alison-lewis-talks-songwriting-detroit-eminem-oscars-and-plays-train-whistle/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/alison-lewis-talks-songwriting-detroit-eminem-oscars-and-plays-train-whistle/Mon, 03 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +000003:08:0210fullStrange Heart joins the Dispatch to share their remarkable story and plenty of laughs with Scott, and Dave calls in to share wisdom from the road.  Be sure to go to Strange Heart's album release show this Friday at the Loving Touch!https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/strange-heart-shares-their-remarkable-story/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/strange-heart-shares-their-remarkable-story/Mon, 26 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +000002:26:249fullEmily Rose brings games, Dave brings podcasting fire, and Scott celebrates his birthday much too early.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/emily-rose-brings-games-high-school-poetry/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/emily-rose-brings-games-high-school-poetry/Mon, 19 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +000002:41:008fullIt's been 1,068 days since Finster was recorded, and Mike Galbraith has answering to do. This episode tackles subjects as diverse as euchre and storytelling in songwriting.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/mike-galbraith-is-going-bowling-coach/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/mike-galbraith-is-going-bowling-coach/Mon, 12 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +000002:27:287fullDon 'Doop' Duprie stopped by this week and joined Dave Toennies of Border Patrol and Scott from SCOTTCast . We talk about how Doop writes songs to help people, how empathy affects the songwriter, and a bit about his latest album, The Corridor .https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/don-doop-duprie-joins-praises-detroit-its-songwriters/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/don-doop-duprie-joins-praises-detroit-its-songwriters/Mon, 05 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +000002:12:226fullThis week, Psycho Songs' Mike Ward and Barelyon's Brion Riborn join Dave Toennies of Border Patrol and Scott from SCOTTCast to get to the knitty gritty of being a working musician in Detroit. The vital role open mic nights play in the nurturing of talent and community also plays a vital role in our discussion, as well as how independent musicians are tackling the new market, the nature of music reviews, and way more. We also blast the floodgates wide open for a torrent of F-bombs in an effort to thwart basic censorship. Take that, iTunes! (Mike would like to preemptively apologize to Angie.)https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/mike-ward-brion-riborn-get-to-the-knitty-gritty-of-being-working-musicians-in-detroit/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/mike-ward-brion-riborn-get-to-the-knitty-gritty-of-being-working-musicians-in-detroit/Mon, 29 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +000002:27:065fullJosh Malerman and Mark Owen of The High Strung join Dave & Scott to talk songwriting, songwriters in town, and abandoning vans in front of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Plus, we have a full week of concerts! You have no excuses to stay in.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/josh-malerman-mark-owen-of-the-high-strung-events-aplenty/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/josh-malerman-mark-owen-of-the-high-strung-events-aplenty/Mon, 22 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +000001:39:334fullDave Toennies and Scott discuss the upcoming week's events with colorful banter. By colorful, we mean topics ranging from how one songwriter writes as if she is a magician employing sleight of hand, to living out our dreams of boarding the Titanic like Leo DiCaprio.https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/dave-toennies-on-ghost-light-songwriter-night-titanic/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/dave-toennies-on-ghost-light-songwriter-night-titanic/Mon, 08 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +000046:402fullAudra Kubat joins Dave Toennies and Scott Kraus to talk about the Detroit Folk Festival in the inaugural episode of The Detroit Songwriter Dispatchhttps://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/audra-kubat-the-detroit-folk-festival-2/https://detroitsongwriterdispatch.com/episodes/audra-kubat-the-detroit-folk-festival-2/Mon, 01 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +000001:16:081full