Rob interviews Laura and Scott from the Nashville Acoustic Jazzy Funk Band SLAP DRAGON

Rob sits down with Laura and Scott for a great conversion about their first tour, their first album release MISSION STATEMENT, what it's like traveling together in one vehicle, how the name slap dragon came about... and more!

Slap Dragon is the brain-child of bassist Scott Mulvahill and vocalist Laura Berens who met and began writing songs together in the summer of 2023. Soul vocals and acoustic instruments (played by some of Nashville's heaviest session musicians) combine for a fresh, funky irresistibly joyful sound that is equal parts bluegrass, disco, and RnB. Slap Dragon played their first show on June 1st, 2024 to an enthusiastic crowd in Nashville, followed by a set at Bonnaroo.

Following their successful Kickstarter campaign in October 2025, Slap Dragon released their debut album, "Mission Statement," on May 29th, 2026

They are currently on tour coming to New Jersey, Pennsylvania and a town near you !

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Visit their website at : www.slapdragon.band where you can pick up some cool merch and purchase their new album on CD and Vinyl!

You can also find slap dragon on Facebook and Instagram where they post daily videos and information on what they've been up to.

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COPYRIGHT CLAIM: The songs "Mission Statement" , "Girl Dinner", "Repeat History" used with permission from Scott and Laura (of Slap Dragon)

JASON LEAVY INTERVIEW

Rob and Paul sit down for a conversation with Producer, Writer, Actor and Stuntman JASON LEAVY.

Jason and his brother Michael started the film company "fuzz on the lense" over 16 years ago and have gone on to produce the Horror films Terrifer 2 & 3 and their own horror film STREAM (2024) (which starred a ton of horror legends like Tim Curry, Tony Todd, Dee Wallace & Jeffrey Combs - just to name a few).

Jason has been in all 3 terrifier movies and not only co-wrote Stream but he's also "player 1". Jason was there on set for all 3 terrifier movies and not only was one of the producers but also acted as casting director on "2" and was there from the beginning of the creation of Art the Clown.

Another interesting fact is that Jason & Michael started their film journey with "the staten island clown" ... intended to be a fun thing it turned into a viral news event and now it's part of the new hulu documentary "Clown Panic" (along with other frightening clown incidents).

Paul and Rob talk with Jason about his first film "Abnormal Attraction", the Terrifier Movies, Stream, some updates on Stream 2, the possibility of a new lepechaun film .. and more!

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You can follow Jason Leavy on Instagram (@jasonleavy) and on Facebook. Check out FUZZ ON THE LENS PRODUCTIONS (https://www.instagram.com/fuzz_on_the_lens)

STREAM is currently available on TUBI and other platforms / Rent / Buy / Watch today!

WATCH Fuzz on the lens productions own take on the LEPRECAUN horror movies with their short film : LEPRECHAUN REVENGE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yojRG-OEjoY&t=36s

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Interview with Meghan Parnell & Dave Barnes from BYWATER CALL

Today Rob & Matt interview Meghan & Dave from the Toronto based band BYWATER CALL

Bywater Call formed in 2017 and have formed a huge fan base.

They've been touring the US non-stop this year bringing their incredible rock roots soul sound to everyone. Meghan is an incredible singer (think Susan Tedeschi / Beth Hart) and Dave is an incredible guitarist. They are the heart of the 7 piece band.

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We talk about musical influences, being compared to other artists, where the name "bywater call" came from, their new album "broken souvenirs", and we also find out what Dave's before show ritual is... and more! In this interview you'll also hear some of their new songs like "Clutter", So Far" and "Is This Thing On?" (a favorite of ours)

At the end we ask Meghan and Dave a mystery question (what # did they pick .. what is the question?)

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A little about BYWATER CALL:

Often transcending genres, Bywater Call is known for their dynamic, emotional live shows, featuring powerful vocals and exciting interplay between all band members.

In 2025, Bywater Call was UK Blues Award nominated for International Blues Artist of the year alongside winners Larkin Poe, after having toured extensively in Europe. This year, the band has been short-listed into the top 20 for the same award among many notables in the genre including Larkin Poe, Joanne Shaw Taylor, Beth Hart, Christone ‘Kingfish’ Ingram, Samantha Fish, Bobby Rush and other notables in the genre.

The band’s music is an exploration of life’s highs and lows. From intimate ballads that lay bare the complexities of human emotion to electrifying anthems that demand to be played at full volume, their catalogue is a journey through the human experience, incorporating influences from the likes of The Band, The Wood Brothers, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Otis Redding, Little Feat, Sly and the Family Stone, among others.

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Bywater Call’s new album “Broken Souvenirs” is out now. They tour the UK from January 27 – February 7, 2027. Album and tickets available from www.bywatercall.com

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COPYRIGHT CLAIM: The songs "Hold Me Down", "Clutter", "Only" ,"Is this thing on?", and "So Far" used with permission from Meghan Parnell & Dave Barnes.

On today's podcast Sam and Rob talk about musical artists from the great US state of MICHIGAN. Those who were born there and those who made it their musical home.

First segment we go thru the list of artists from Michigan and where in Michigan they're from.

Second segment Rob talks about Bill Hailey and the Comets

Third segment Sam talks about the great guitarist Dick Wagner

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YOU MAY KNOW CHRIS FROM THE BANDS: BALLS, GIRAFFE, CASPER BABY PANTS OR PERHAPS THE PRESIDENTS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (with the hit songs "LUMP" and "PEACHES")

I hold "the Presidents" up there with They Might Be Giants, Weird Al and Cake!

*** Chris returns to Know Good Music for the 2nd time and talks to Rob about: THE NEW ALBUM "NEWBORN HUMAN" THE CREATION OF THE SONG "PEACHES" WHERE CHRIS GOT HIS SENSE OF HUMOR CHRIS' 3 FAVORITE COMEDIANS MEMORIES OF TOURING WITH THE PRESIDENTS IF THE PRESIDENTS WILL RE-UNITE OR NOT HOW THE SOLO SONGS ALL COME TOGETHER - WRITING - TWEEKING THE TIME CHRIS PITCHED A PARODY SONG TO WEIRD AL and more!

It's always great talking to Chris and you will simply love this interview!

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Visit Chris' Website at www.chrisballew.org

Stream the new songs ... listen to some rare unearthed songs ... and keep up with what Chris is up to.

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COPYRIGHT CLAIM: The songs : Newborn Human, Hallow Feeling, Peaches & Give In, Get Up used with permission from Chris Ballew.

THE MONKEES 60th Anniversary CONVENTION & NEW COMIC BOOK PRICE GUIDE

On today's podcast Rob talks to 3 monkees historians : CHARLES ROSENAY, DUANE DIMOCK and MARK ARNOLD. Charles, Duane & Mark join Rob to talk about the 60th anniversary Monkees Convention taking place from Sept 4th, 5th and 6th 2026. Tons of great guests like VALERIE KAIRYS VENET who appeared in over 50 monkees tv episodes, GREG EVIGAN (who will talk about his memories of Davy Jones), Monkees Drummer RICH DART (touring with Micky), Monkees Bassist JOHN BILLINGS (also still touring with Micky) There will be live music including MICK LAWLESS (Loose Salute to Nez), The M60s, and The Characters official Convention Band .. along with some amazing authors like JOE RUSSO (author of The Monkees : Smoke-Filled Dreams"), FRED VELEZ (Author of "A little bit me, a little bit you") .. and many other great authors ... and don't forget ... Monkees photographer HENRY DILTZ will be there!

And if that weren't enough to talk about on this podcast ... the guys talk about some memories of their own and most importantly the NEW Monkees Comic Book Book Reference Book and Price Guide that will first be made available at the convention. This book includes all 17 of the monkees comic books now digitized and enhanced appearing more vivid than ever! There is a price guide for monkees collectibles and also there are 17 notable celebrities who analyze and give their opinions of each comic... if you are a true fan of the monkees you will need to get this book! If you are a really true blue man of the Monkees you need to get yourself to Connecticut for the convention!

The book will be available online for everyone on September 12th

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GET YOUR TICKETS to the CONVENTION HERE! https://monkeesfanconvention.com/

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SUMMER SERIES - PART 3

THIS EPISODE WE HAVE MUSIC NEWS, WE TALK ABOUT NEW RELEASES FOR AUGUST, AND END WITH ARTIST RIDERS

MS FAB's TRIP BACK TO NJ

THE EXTINCTION OF THE SMALL LOCAL CLUBS

MUSIC NEWS : PHIL COLLINS, DAVID LEE ROTH, R.E.M., MARTHA REEVES

NEW RELEASES : NIGHT RANGER, JON BATISTE, MONKEY ENGINE HAND PUMP, ANN WILSON, PHOEBE BRIDGERS, THE WARNING, SMASHING PUMPKINS, SIENNA SERA, SPARKS, STEPHEN BISHOP, KISS, BRANDON FLOWERS, THE CRAMPS, ANTHONY HOPKINS, GRACE POTTER, NATALIE MERCHANT, WEEZER, THE CRANBERRIES, PRINCE, STANLEY SIMMONS.

CONCERT / ARTIST RIDERS : BON JOVI, DURAN DURAN, BLONDIE, MARIAH CAREY, FRANK SINATRA

OVER 2.5 HOURS OF MUSIC TALK!

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EP 114 - ALBUM ANNIVERSARIES - part 3

On today's podcast Sam and Rob discuss TWO more albums that are coming up on major release date anniversaries.

SAM talks about WILCO's sophomore album "BEING THERE" (30th anniversary)

ROB talks about THE SMITHEREENS debut album "ESPECIALLY FOR YOU" (40th anniversary)

Exclusive Audio from Jim Babjak talking about the making of "Especially For You"

Exclusive Audio from Pat DiNizio's audiobook "Confessions of a Rock Star"

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Copyright Claim: The chapter excerpt "cigarette" from Pat DiNizio's audiobook "confessions of a Rock Star" used with permission from Jim Babjak.