On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I am joined by my longtime friend and fantastic drummer and producer, Brian Stephens. Brian and I talk about how we met and some gigs we have played together over the years. We also discuss his drumset approach, whether live or in the studio.
Brian Stephens is the sort of creative professional who has always lived several different lives simultaneously.

For more than 25 years, Brian has been a full-time freelance drummer, audio engineer, studio producer, music educator, leading-edge technologist, AV consultant, serial entrepreneur, multimedia content creator, and brand ambassador.
When not on the road, Brian can be found tracking drums, engineering and producing music projects, and mixing and mastering all sorts of client projects at his own studio, Secret Cove Studios, in Atlanta, Georgia.

His studio work has appeared on TV, film, and radio including ABC, Disney+, Fox Sports, MTV, NPR, and Sirius/XM.

Brian currently runs his own online drum school, The Drum Corner and Fader Jocks Pro, an online training site for audio engineers. He is also teaching privately, both from his own studio and at the Buford Academy of Music in Buford, Georgia.

He is also the host of two podcasts: Dial-A-Drummer, a podcast for drummers, and Fader Jocks, a podcast specifically for anyone involved in the worlds of audio recording and live sound.

Brian is also a brand ambassador and clinician for Session Ace, Paiste cymbals, ProMark drumsticks & accessories, Evans drumheads, Puresound snare wires, and Waves Audio DAW plug-ins.

Thank you for tuning in! If you have any questions, feedback, or ideas for the show, please contact me at brad@thebandwichtapes.com. And please spread the word about the show!

The theme song, "Playcation," was written by Mark Mundy.

In this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I sit down with the incredibly talented Carolyn Kendrick—singer-songwriter, instrumentalist, and all-around creative powerhouse. We dive into her musical journey and influences and get the inside scoop on her upcoming album, Each Machine. Carolyn and I chat about how technology and AI are shaping the music industry, the essential role rhythm plays in songwriting, and the unique collaborative spirit of the fiddling community. She also opens up about her creative process, the concept behind her new album, and her experiences at Berklee’s American Roots program. This conversation is a deep dive into where traditional meets modern and how community shapes the arts.

Carolyn Kendrick is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter, fiddler, guitarist, and producer. After many happy years on the road as a side musician, Kendrick has blossomed as a solo artist since issuing her debut EP, Tear Things Apart, in 2020. Heralded as “hauntingly lovely” (Paste Magazine), you won’t want to miss a Carolyn Kendrick live performance.

After graduating from Berklee College of Music, Kendrick crisscrossed the country with her former duo project, The Page Turners. She has shared the stage with beloved artists such as Darol Anger, Bruce Molsky, Aoife O’Donovan, Kaia Kater, Hannah Read, Margo Price, The Clements Brothers, and Jacksonport. She has played festivals such as Newport Folk Festival, Greyfox Bluegrass Festival, Savannah Music Festival, and won awards such as the Freshgrass ‘Best Duo’ Award, The Fletcher Bright Award, and was the Fall 2023 Composer In Residence at the University of the Pacific.

In addition to her songwriting career, Kendrick is active in the Bluegrass and Old-Time fiddle scene and produced and written music for the award-winning podcasts You’re Wrong About (Podcast of the Year, iHeart Radio) and You Are Good.

Her forthcoming album, Each Machine, is a collection of traditional and original political folk songs inspired by her time researching The Satanic Panic for the history podcast You’re Wrong About. These songs are modern, electric re-imaginings of hymns, murder ballads, pagan chanting, and even songs of devil-worship. The first single, The Devil’s Nine Questions, is available for pre-order now and will be released October 1st, 2024.

The full album, both physical + digital copies, as well as an accompanying zine of behind-the scenes photography and essays, will be released 12.6.24 on High Occulture Records.

To learn more about Carolyn, please visit carolynkendrick.com.

Thank you for tuning in! If you have any questions, feedback, or ideas for the show, please contact me at brad@thebandwichtapes.com. And please spread the word about the show!

The theme song, "Playcation," was written by Mark Mundy.

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I am honored to speak with my friend, Wilson Braswell. Wilson is an incredible guitar player and singer and one of the most amazing people I have ever had the pleasure of playing with. He and I worked in a band together in the mid-2000s and played many gigs together.

We discuss his beginnings, influences, and some of the formative gigs throughout his career. We discuss the evolution of musical tastes, great musicians' impact, and the joy of live performances. Wilson shares his insights on the music industry, the significance of passion, and the value of experience as we look ahead to the future of music. The conversation is filled with nostalgia, laughter, and a deep appreciation for the art of music.

Thank you for tuning in! If you have any questions, feedback, or ideas for the show, please contact me at brad@thebandwichtapes.com. And please spread the word about the show!

The theme song, "Playcation," was written by Mark Mundy.