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Local Open Mic

Local Open Mic is a worldwide stage that is always open for musicians that want to tell their story and share their music. Hear these talented singer/songwriters discuss their roots, their passion for music and the direction they see themselves going as they disclose the victories and the failures along the way. We ask about the backstory to their songs and perhaps hear some never before released music along the way. Subscribe to Local Open Mic podcast now!

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01:09:18

Del Puckett! Del, originally from New Mexico, this...

Local Open Mic ·

2021/05/13

Del Puckett, his motto, "6 strings is 3 strings to many", explains a lot about an amazing lead guitarist who discovered 3-string cigar box guitars! Handy with his hands, he also discovered quickly that he could take these simple boxes into beautiful instruments. His craft has put him at the top of YouTube cigar box luthiers. In addition to Del's successful lead guitarist roll and founding member of the early 2000's group, Soular, his family as achieved industry props all on their own too! He'll

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01:22:23

Rorie Kelly! Rorie's latest album release, Shadow...

Local Open Mic ·

2021/05/06

Today's guest is Rorie Kelly, she lives on Long Island, NY and was firmly embedded in the music scene in the Big Apple, New York City, playing several nights a week and earning a fine living doing so. She hosts a regular show on YouTube, Facebook and Twitch called "Monday Night Muses with Rorie Kelly", it streams live… you guessed it, on Monday's. Rorie has four songs to share from her up coming album release, entitled "Shadow Work", long with the very interesting back story to each. Email:

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01:07:18

Lorraine Baron! Lorraine is an award winning hip hop...

Local Open Mic ·

2021/04/29

Lorraine Baron. Lorraine, a bi-lingual University Professor, has been doing music for only four years now, since retiring. During her four years as an musical artist, Lorraine has already been part of a collaborative team that won a German Hip Hop award! No, not a contest, a genuine national award in Germany! She brought four songs for us to listen to along with their back stories. And hey! The story behind the hip hop award is truly next level engagement stuff, it's a must hear story! Stay with us

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01:18:33

Barry Leef! His highly recognizable vocals set Barry...

Local Open Mic ·

2021/04/22

Barry Leef or Baz to his friends, has a long and storied career as one of Australia's most recognizable musical voices. Baz started his career in the late 60's with a couple of #1 hits on the New Zealand charts before moving to Australia and joining the progressive hard rock band, Bakery in 1972. His talents though, were never exported commercially to the world like his contemporaries. Baz was under an internationally binding contract during this time, so when Frank Zappa came calling, asking him

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01:21:09

MonaLisa Twins! One of the very best musical duos on...

Local Open Mic ·

2021/04/15

Mona and Lisa form the band, MonaLisa Twins, a musical duo, residing in Liverpool, England, that take their love of all things Beatles to the stage and YouTube by performing songs that commanded their attention as young girls, growing up in Austria. Coming from a family that was embedded in the European music scene for decades, by way of a successful recording studio, they had a chance to see and learn music at a young age from observing many world class performers that came through the studio

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01:42:26

Corey Pryor! From Newsboys keyboardist to DJ and...

Local Open Mic ·

2021/04/08

Corey Pryor, famously known as an early member of Newsboys, makes his home in the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Professionally, he is a highly regarded and award winning DJ, producer and song writer and was a driving force in some early #1 hit songs the Newboys released. He'll take about all that and more. You can still hear that classic style in Corey's current music today. We'll play a few of his song during this episode Local Open Mic, so be sure to stay with us for the ride! Email:

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01:27:30

Lewin Barringer! He is likely the master of all...

Local Open Mic ·

2021/02/11

Lewin Barringer is the musician you want to be, he is accomplished playing many instruments, he produces and mixes professionally with great success, especially in the Philadelphia area, where he was born and raised. In addition to all of that, as if that is not enough, his YouTube channel, GarageBand and Beyond, is the longest running home recording channel on YouTube! Before folks knew what YouTube could do for them, he was already a YouTube trailblazer! We talk about that along with many other

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01:07:48

Megan Barker! With successes like "Jammin' In...

Local Open Mic ·

2021/02/04

In Episode #12 of Local Open Mic we chat with Megan Barker, she is a singer/songwriter and host of a popular live event in Nashville on Sunday nights called "Jammin' In Jammies", three years running now. Jammin' In Jammies is THE place to go to showcase your talents as a song writer. Many locals find song co-writing partners while attending. Megan started performing at an early age in Las Vegas as a professional paid busker! Yes, you heard that right, a professional busker! In time she moved to

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01:13:34

David Shanhun! This full time New Zealand musician...

Local Open Mic ·

2021/01/28

In Episode #11 of Local Open Mic, we interview David Shanhun. David is a musician from Auckland, New Zealand. A place where the locals say you can't be a full time musician in New Zealand and yet he's been doing it for nearly 11 years now. How does that work exactly? He even has the streaming cred to prove it with a #1 iTunes song from July 2020. David Shanhun cut his teeth as a busker and loop artist and has been known to release full MTV style videos in support of his amazing original music. His

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01:17:44

Rae Leigh from Gold Coast! Overcoming fear of...

Local Open Mic ·

2021/01/21

In Episode #10 of Local Open Mic we talk with Australian native, Rae Leigh. Rae is a singer/songwriter from Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. She seems to conquer just about anything she turns her attention too. Coming from a rich gospel background, you can hear the honest lyrical stylings that make her music a stand out in a sea of quality music being produced 'down under'. In addition to her music interests, she is the host of an amazing podcast that we'll talk about. It recently trended on

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00:48:23

Taryn Laronge, a talented singer/songwriter with an...

Local Open Mic ·

2021/01/14

In Episode #9 of Local Open Mic, we talk to Taryn Laronge. A native of Vancouver, British Columbia, she started her 'artsy' life as a promising dancer and stage performer, garnering a scholarship to an exclusive dance school. On the way to beginning her advanced training she was met with a life changing automobile accident. As she was recovering, she spent time sitting at a piano, playing what her heart was telling her to play. Even as her dream of being a dancer was fading, her piano playing opened

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00:45:22

Bill O'Hanlon Part 2. We continue to talk about Bill...

Local Open Mic ·

2021/01/07

In Episode #8 of Local Open Mic, we continue our interview with Bill O'Hanlon. We deep dive into the co-writing process of song writing and visit some more fascinating stories he has to share about the business and his experience with it. Remember, Bill can be contacted at billohanlonmusic@gmail.com and on Facebook(@bill.ohanlon). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/localopenmic/support

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00:50:54

Bill O'Hanlon! The very definition of self...

Local Open Mic ·

2020/12/31

In Episode #7 of Local Open Mic, we interview Bill O'Hanlon. Bill is the very definition of self reinvention. He would described himself as a restless soul and always wants to be doing something he is passionate about. His current passion is song writing, specifically, country music. You'll hear, in his own words, about his journey to this point in his life and get to hear some of his recently produced songs. In addition to song writing, Bill is a highly regarded Psychotherapist, an author of more

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01:06:58

Lucy LeBlanc! We interview this gifted songwriter...

Local Open Mic ·

2020/12/06

In Episode #6 of Local Open Mic, we interview Lucy LeBlanc. This Canadian from British Columbia is an in-demand co-writer of country music, coordinating song writing sessions with talented song writers from around the world. She's been recognized in a feature article in American Song Writer magazine beside the likes of song writing legends Dan Fogelberg, Jimmy Web and David Crosby. Lucy is an unassuming, gentle woman who has managed to co-write some 1200 songs in the past nine years. Hear, in her

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00:53:45

Paul DeMarco, Part 2 of our interview with this...

Local Open Mic ·

2020/10/30

In Episode #5 of Local Open Mic we continue where we left off with Paul DeMarco, the original tune we played from Part 1 gives you a taste of the two additional songs you will hear in Part 2. After listening to the remaining part of our interview with Paul you will be hooked as a life long fan. Find him at PaulDeMarcoMusic.com, Facebook(@pauldemarcomusic) and on Instagram (@pauldemarcomusic). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/localopenmic/support

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00:52:33

Paul DeMarco, multi-talented singer/songwriter and...

Local Open Mic ·

2020/10/30

In Episode #4 of Local Open Mic we talk to Paul DeMarco, a prolific song writer, singer and producer. Paul maintains a busy schedule, hosting song writing sessions with fans that follow him on Facebook(@pauldemarcomusic), producing songs for his clients, releasing his own material on Spotify a regular basis and even placing songs for cable and TV productions in the Sync world. His edgy rock vocals backed by amazing guitar skills and his ear for classic music production make him one of the premier

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00:24:31

Christy Vanden and her Unexpected Road! Christy is an...

Local Open Mic ·

2020/10/21

In Episode #3 of Local Open Mic, we interview Christy Vanden. The very definition of "a breath of fresh air" on the music scene, nothing about Vanden is standard or business as usual. She wants you to hear her music and relax in the message of embracing unexpected roads. Each song is about her journey of surprise, exploration and experiences that have shaped her and make her songs a gift to you. She can be found on Facebook (ChristyVandenMusic), Instagram (@christyvandenmusic), Twitter

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00:48:46

District 13 in the HOUSE! We interview a rising...

Local Open Mic ·

2020/06/17

In Episode #2 of Local Open Mic, we interview a rising star in the Phoenix dubstep space. Chris, known professionally as District 13, has become a 'must have' DJ for local clubs and area festivals in Arizona and has shared the stage with internationally known DJs from Europe to Australia. He'll spill the details about how this DJs are and where they are from. District 13 has an amazing background that includes some success in films, with one project being highly acclaimed at the Sundance Film

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00:59:14

Dublin's BIG STAGE, we Interview Sean of Dublin City...

Local Open Mic ·

2020/06/08

Dublin City Today, DCT is firmly established as the largest YouTube channel to feature buskers. It's rise from obscurity to it's lofty place in the world of busking has been nothing short of amazing. We talk with Sean, the founder of DCT at length about his some of his background to include TV and HBO appearances on The Tudors, his 17 years in theatre and the early days of how this premier, all busker channel found it's way it's huge global following. Dublin is suddenly the 'big stage' for buskers

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00:04:59

Local Open Mic: The Podcast Trailer

Local Open Mic ·

2020/05/28

This is the trailer for our podcast, Local Open Mic. We'll be doing interviews, news commentary, current events and LIVE STREAMS with a listener call-in number. Local Open Mic started out in 2012 in support of musicians, now 8 years later we will continue that support through interviews with global reach that help you get to know these new, great talents! In the tradition of radio talk shows that always included their 'open mic' call-in time, Local Open Mic will open the stage so you can join the

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