As a native of small-town Kentucky whose influences range from Dwight Yoakam and Steve Earle to classic rock, Gospel, R&B and hip hop, Wheelhouse Records’ Elvie Shane has emerged as a country star with his heart on his sleeve – and as a champion of those with their name on a patch. Breaking out with the Platinum certified Number One single, “My Boy,” the singer/songwriter first took a stand for family values that go far beyond bloodlines, setting himself apart with a deeply felt 2020 tribute to step-parents and their unconditional love. Hailed by critics from Billboard and Rolling Stone to ..read more

The eclectic  southern sounds of Van Winkle and The Spirits on this episode of Mewz.  Mewz is: Crystal Jones   Producer / Host Justin Flannery  Editor Special Thanks to  Jettlane Recording The Kentucky Arts Council The National Endowment for the Arts Master Musicians Festival Support the show ..read more

NOTE: AUDIO BEGINS AT :30 I recently worked a feature for public radio about the duration of song lengths changing and how it would affect the way we listen to music.  For Mewz listeners, I'm sharing the full conversation here.   Dr. Craig Wright is the author of Listening to Music, in it's 8th edition and teaches a class on listening that you can find in full on youtube for free.   Listen to Eastern Standard on WEKU 88.9 FM or online at ESWEKU.ORG for the Radio edited version including Brandon Brewer (BrotherMoon) and follow Eastern Standard on Facebook for a link to th ..read more

Lexington Kentucky based rock group Atomic Midnight discuss rebranding, (formerly Aloha Cowboy) and the new release.  For everything Kentucky Music and tickets to our events Mewzkycom.wordpress.com Special Thanks Jettlane Recordings  Richmond Ky The Kentucky Council for the Arts The National Endowment for the Arts Atomic Midnight Bash on the Branch Promotions Support the show ..read more

Mewz hung out with Lance Rogers in Berea Ky on the eve of his album release. We talk about the process of the latest project, the upcoming UK tour and hear a song from the new album, 'An American Way'.    Album Release Experience for Too Late for Flowers April 13 2024 Black Box Media Berea Ky mewzkycom.wordpress.com for tickets Special thanks to: Kentucky Council for the Arts National Endowment for the Arts YPK Adventures Jettlane Recordings Black Box Media Support the show ..read more

We hung out with Lance Rogers on the eve of his album release for "Too late for flowers".     We discuss what went in to his creative process and hear a single from the new album, 'An American Way"  Too late for flowers Album Release Party  April 13   Black Box Media Berea Ky Tickets: mewzkycom.wordpress.com for info Support the show ..read more

Bearded Man was really good time, Bobby and Angel love music and it shows it every detail of an event at Growing Stones Camp Grounds.  It's also a lovely place to camp and rock climb if that's your interest. I recorded a series of five interviews at Bearded Man, look for them here on Buzzsprout.  Mewz is made possible in part by The Kentucky Arts Council The National Endowment for the Arts The Berea Art Council Support the show ..read more

Mewz is in its seventh year on the Kentucky music scene, we've seen some bands come and go. This band recognized me when I took a seat in the audience! It was a hint at the supportive network of creators I'd be introduced over the coming years.  The JRE are no longer a performing act. However, you can catch Erin Grace and namesake Jeff Richey in The Sweetspires, now touring, and Jeff Richey is also making music in 3 Men and  a Banjo.     Follow these acts on facebook to catch the date of their next live performances.  Mewz is made possible in part by The Kentuck ..read more

Bryan Combs is a fellow Breathitt county native and music nerd. We have both had shows on our hometown station WJSN out of Jackson Kentucky. That One Show is a supporter of local musicians and was nominated for an Appalachian Arts and Entertainment Award in 2023.    The Podcast is still running with new episodes available on your favorite listening platforms. Mewz is made possible in part by The Kentucky Council for the Arts The National Endowment for the Arts The Berea Art Council ..read more

Mewz met Manitoba at the Bearded Mans Music Festival (2021) at Growing Stones Campground in McKee Ky. They put on a high energy live performance with a 90's feel, and I was instantly hooked. This muy bueno super group even have their own nachos on the menu at Don Senor's in their hometown of Richmond.   I hung out with the band in their Richmond studio, where they talked about ten years of being Manitoba on the day of the latest album release. Mewz is supported in part by The Kentucky Arts Council The National Endowment for the Arts  Berea Art Council ..read more