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Folk Style Singer Songwriter Rennie D plays LIVE on the Dusty Futon and we talk about her brand new album! Born and raised in Rhode Island, Rennie D moved out to San Diego in her 20's.  Loving the beaches (and bot being able to admit that she loves West-Coast beaches better) her first album is titles "SaltWater" and features a few other metaphors about the seas.   Rennie D didn't pick up the guitar until 32 years old, proving you never should let anything stop you from pursuing your passion.  Her natural songwriting ability and ease of playing guitar got her into a few bands early on, but then she realized she's better off on her own.  Realizing it's much different than being in a band, she took a break in 2005...only to start again when she became a billiards widow!  We check out two of her songs then get a LIVE PERFORMANCE of the song that's soon to be Tyler's favorite..."Type A" 12:54 - "Oceans of You" 29:34 - "Just one Word" 47:29 - "Type A" LIVE ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE The Dusty Futon, LLC is focused on pro

The Navajo Live in East County San Diego invited The Dusty Futon to cover their Singer Songwriter Showcase that happened on October 21st, 2018.  Spicy's hubby was chosen to perform so we happily obliged!  Their next one is on November 18th, 2018...so put it in your calendar now!  The Singer Songwriter Showcase has a unique design to its presentation and gives you access to three different artists, all playing one song at a time, taking turns, for an entire hour.  The Navajo Live puts this event on monthly for San Diego's local talent!  And...they do much more than that... In this final Episode, Craig Shannon comes back on the mic after performing and acts as a cohost for most of the episode! Mama Christy, a.k.a. Christine Gilardi, chats about the event and how it originated from the former Parkway Bar... Jeff Ousley shares his history with Navajo Live and how he connected with the events here. Don't forget to be a part of their NEXT Singer Songwriter Showcase on November 18th!  If you miss that one there's al

Matthew Phillips is an accomplished musician AND producer who's NOT too good for the Dusty Futon! This homegrown San Diegan has already made a name for himself (HIS name) by performing at KAABOO, Coachella, and a massive European Discovery tour!  Spicy Kim has stalked him for MONTHS trying to get him on...and our schedules finally matched up.  His music has already been featured in an award winning movie at Sundance...and he hasn't released an album!  It's all singles and debuts here on The Dusty Futon, even thought Tim Pyles of 91X got to him first (as usual)... Matthew started young with his concert pianist Grandma recognizing his talent for picking out melodies and getting him into music quickly.  His love for women got him into guitar, and his love for music got him writing.  Thanks to a myriad of influences from nearly every genre he developed his own unique sound.  We talk about his traveling on his Discovery Tour (including a BEATLES reference) and how his experience in a band taught him what he was do

Chilean-born Metal guitarist Xavier Perez formed FUSED in 2004 and hasn't looked back. Nearly 20 musicians, two cities, and 15 years later he's got the formula...and it's San Diego!  Seriously, he's gone through more musicians than Slipknot to find the current lineup, which Xavier says is the best...and he hopes to be THE lineup for FUSED.  He started this group up in Olympia after having difficulties finding a band he gelled with.  This was during the post-grunge days of Seattle...and with 2 years of Jazz apprenticeship and over a year of music theory he wasn't finding what he wanted. Until a friend told him to start his own... After meeting Jason, the two began forming the basis of what is FUSED while up in Seattle.  Coming down to San Diego gave him (and FUSED) some time to reevaluate the direction, and he slowly started gathering a new drummer in Miguel Rosales in 2015, Paul Miranda on bass in 2016, and Andrew Gedker's smokin' guitar in 2017.  None of the band members were born in the same country...givin

The Navajo Live in East County San Diego invited The Dusty Futon to cover their Singer Songwriter Showcase that happened on October 21st, 2018.  Spicy's hubby was chosen to perform so we happily obliged!  Their next one is on November 18th, 2018...so put it in your calendar now!  The Singer Songwriter Showcase has a unique design to its presentation and gives you access to three different artists, all playing one song at a time, taking turns, for an entire hour.  The Navajo Live puts this event on monthly for San Diego's local talent!  And...they do much more than that... Episode 2 starts off with Chris Miller having a few words before we chat with Mark Foulk about his experience in performing.  Alyssa Darby joins us to share how her "career" as a Singer Songwriter began and Mark Foulk chimes in as well. Future DustyFuton.com guest Craig Shannon adds a few words to the conversation before Emily Bartell shares how she's involved with the Singer Songwriter Showcase at The Navajo Live in East County!  Look out N

K Prouty is an Alternative/Metal INSTRUMENTAL band headed by guitar fiend Ken Prouty.  He showed up to the recording session with his entire rig and wanted to play live for us!  He brought some backing tracks for three of their songs and had his bassist (and wife) bring her gear too.  We plugged them both directly into the setup and off we went... The professional skateboarder decided that guitar was a better path and began focusing more on it when he was around 18.  He has a calm about him that comes from being worldly...he was born in Japan and has travelled all over the world, helping to increase his diversity in music and cultures. Ken grew up with a multitude of influences in music, from the 70's rock of his oldest brother and the new wave of his other brother to the widely different preferences both of his parents had he's heard it all.  His grandma's 8-track of the Everly Brothers got him hooked with the tremolo effect!  We found K Prouty from our ReverbNation campaign and he rocked us with his impress

Michael Oleata of Tweed Deluxe joins us to talk about his band and share his music!  Tweed Deluxe is definitely Blues based Rock; however, you couldn't tell it from the first song we play...It's one of the tracks off their new 10-song album "Itty Bitty King," available in for purchase or download now.  Most of the album, however, is their well-known sound.  They've been working the scene since 2010! Reverbnation brought us Michael, the "Hot Wire Guitarist," and he brings us some awesome stories!  From the recording of the album being like a jam session to his wife hearing the song he wrote about her for the first time we hear some emotional and funny things from the bands history.  The rest of the band couldn't make it physically but were definitely there in spirit.  Lyle Koonts plays the Bass and is considered the band's technician with his expertise in electronics, and the big man himself on drums, Robert Sheenan (Big Jon gave him the new nick-name ROCBERT).  Both members provide backing vocals, and this th

The Navajo Live in East County San Diego invited The Dusty Futon to cover their Singer Songwriter Showcase that happened on October 21st, 2018.  Spicy's hubby was chosen to perform so we happily obliged!  Their next one is on November 18th, 2018...so put it in your calendar now!  The Singer Songwriter Showcase has a unique design to its presentation and gives you access to three different artists, all playing one song at a time, taking turns, for an entire hour.  The Navajo Live puts this event on monthly for San Diego's local talent!  And...they do much more than that... This first Episode of the 10/21 event features Navajo Live's owner Chris Heaney talking about the event and other things the Navajo Live does for local talent. Craig Shannon, future Dusty Futon guest, talks briefly on mic before having to set up to perform. Michael Dwyer joins us to share his thoughts on the showcase. Jon Campos and Spicy tell a story about a recent trip up to LA. Look out NEXT WEDNESDAY for another Navajo Live Singer Songwr

From the moment he walked in you could tell he had something to say.  Soup shared story after story as Dirty and Big Jon chatted him up about everything from why he's called "Soup" to copyright and licensing concerns.  There was so much extra content that we will have to share it on our Patreon.com/TheDustyFuton page for our Patrons!  Don't worry, there's plenty of teachable moments in this episode.   Soup's first single "Don't Shoot The Messenger" actually solidified his stage name...fans started calling him "Soup The Messenger" after that track got some play and it just stuck.  Plus, it helps him stand out.  We played two tracks from his latest EP, "Privately 4 The Public," and his BRAND NEW single that dropped in June, "One of Many." It gets emotional, you will learn something, and you might hear your new favorite song... 07:52 - "Rap Shore" 24:08 - "One of Many" 38:10 - "Mixed Emotions" The Dusty Futon, LLC is focused on providing free tools and exposure to LOCAL and INDEPENDENT artists in the Southern Ca

Oliver James et al begin this episode with a LIVE ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE! We also get an exclusive performance of their new song "Swimming Horses" with drummer Rick Slinkard playing a wearable Cajon.  The group has been together for a year or so, but the Oliver James band has been around for around seven years.  In 2016 their second record, "What Have We Learned," saw the hit single "The More You Love, The More You Live" hit #1 on Internet Radio!  Their new album was yet to be named (as of the recording of this episode) but features a brand new song "Swimming Horses" and we get a LIVE ACOUSTIC performance of it. We chat about everything from playing the fair to the key of "A hashtag minor" and everything in between.  Oliver James is backed up by John Cartmill on Lead Guitar, Brett Lecine on Keys, Paul Backes on Bass, and Rick Slinkard on Drums!  With the new album coming out shortly pay attention to their calendar on OliverJamesMusic.com for details and where to see them!   09:49 - "Seven Billion Hearts" 25:40 

Gabe and Gallie of Digital Lizards of Doom breakdown the TWO YEAR process for their BRAND NEW album! (Listen to the end for how to get a PHYSICAL COPY sent to you) "Lizards and Labyrinths" only released in September but has already been selling like crazy!  The album was literally worked on all over the world, seeing some production time in Australia and the UK, as well as the States.  The group doesn't stop at just music...there's an entire character set behind the music, with Dizzy and Commander Echo being the hero and villain of a Graphic Novel due out in December.  You can find more about that via their website DLODWorld.com Dirty Disciple's Record Label Noize Cartel Records signed them a few years ago and has worked hard to get them to this point.  We talk about the trials and tribulations of a two-year album project, and the idea of breaking it down to simpler forms.  It's worth nothing that these guys have also partnered with Bolt Brewery in the past for their limited run of "Digital Belgium of Doom" b

This Blues-Based Rock and Roll band got started by a chance meeting at a Karaoke dive bar.  So...we've coined Sometimes Julie as a "Dive Band!"  The band's name originated from that same place; however, it took about 6 months before they figured out what to call it.  Monica and Rick casually tell that story in this episode.  Basically, as Monica puts it, "We're all just aspiring to be Julie." They began as just the two of them but quickly expanded their sound while developing the band's focus.  Sappy love songs were the start of Monica's writing, but the team worked together on their writing and developed "Head First," an album that ended up winning them multiple awards! We play three songs off of their newest album titled "Breaking" and break down (pun not intended) their writing and inspirations.  Especially one line that Big Jon picks up on.  The power and emotion they pack into these songs might give you chills or inspire you...and the musicianship of their complement might just blow your mind.  Alberto w

Collision Creation is a unique Duo of Pop/EDM crossover music that is made by the 'Keyboard Player' Patrick using REAL "Old School" methods!  Patrick DOESN'T USE A COMPUTER! He didn't realize how unique and his style of music is in this day and age, but he finds out as Dirty Disciple and Big Jon break down his music and techniques in this episode.  He was hesitant to even accept the label "Producer"... Even Jackie, the other half of this duo, admits that Patrick does most of the work!  You may or may not like their music, but the passion and humility they display will win your heart.   Jackie is the voice (and the moves) behind the group as Patrick's hands are flying all over the place.  He manually (NO COMPUTER) adjust dials and faders on his VINTAGE Roland keyboards while PERFORMING!  SERIOUSLY...Who does that?  You can definitely sense the love they have for their music.  We listen to a few tracks from their first EP "Green Boots and Mustard Shirts" that's available for purchase or listening to via their R

Rick and Andy might be the lead writers of this Cover Band turned Original, but George and Bjorn definitely contribute something to The Jackstones other than their instruments.  The Jackstones turned original in 2014 but these guys have been playing together for over a decade before that happened.  The band name back then was "The Clams"...and they had a female lead singer.  THAT RIGHT THERE should tell you the tone of our conversation... We start with barely getting through intros as Big Jon can't seem to find his notes, and Spicy is nowhere to be found, but we easily get right into the swing of it thanks to this feral foursome of fun guys! Bjorn barely gets a word in edgewise as Andy and George dominate the conversation while we talk about their two albums.  Their first album, "What Brings You Here", got them a nomination for "Country Album of the Year" with the IMA'a (even though they aren't really country) and they just kept going.  We play their hit single from that album, "She Dyed It Red," and then lis

Rodney IS Merc The Master of Seven! His retro beats and clean styles are a breath of fresh air straight out of the 90's.  Rodney Dixon has finally been able to release his tracks from about 25 years ago!  This goldmine of retro sounds takes you back to a time when hip-hop was at the experimental days.  "Merc The Master of Seven Featuring Atoma the Solar Superhero" is a project of Rodney's.  One that has more depth to it than most artists could dream of.  From his involvement in the Solar industry to the production of his tracks, Rodney has a plan for everything... He started young...and even admits his first tape was "embarrassing" BUT, there was something there. Rodney now calls it "Solartainment"...a mix of Funk and Hip-Hop.  Now with 28 years experience, he wants to keep this dream moving forward!  He's promised that we will see more of Atoma - The Solar Superhero! You can find the songs and some of the topics below: 6:08 - Where'd "Merc" come from? 7:01 - "Queen Hottie" 16:25 - Rodney dishes some major na

Lindsay White has experienced many tough lessons in life.  Rather than let them get her down, she turned towards music and activity.  A proficient basketball player turned boxer that ends up scaring Tyler and she makes beautiful music with her instruments.  She seems to do everything...except spinning plates!   This Bakersfield native came to us via Reverbnation and even though Tyler started early with the dick jokes, Lindsay never missed a beat and showed him who was boss of this episode.  Make sure to check her out on Reverbnation and at her website.  You can track her performances there as well, and she's a busy girl! We play three songs from her album "Lights Out" and you can find them during the podcast at the following times: 11:28 - "Surrogate"  25:30 - "My Beast" 41:25 - "Rubber Band Gun" We are not just a podcast, we are a platform dedicated to the advancement of the Local Music Scene - and LOCAL COMMUNITY as a whole! Support us by buying MERCH at our MERCH PAGE: www.dustyfuton.com/merch and download

Latin Grammy nominated artist Manny Cepeda is one of the most professional musicians you can come across. With FIVE generations of music in his blood and over 50 years personal experience he can write some of the most demanding and technical music out there.  Manny hasn't done anything other than music since he's been on this earth! AND...he's maintained an independence of music the entire time.  He began his venture to the states in Illinois, barely speaking english, and ending up in the Navy traveling the world with the Navy Bands...he has seen it all.   Manny has opened for incredible talents like Tito Puente, Sammy Davis Jr., and Arturo Sandoval...even getting Arturo to record some amazing horn lines on this new album!  This new album, Padre Querido, has been nominated for a Latin Grammy, showing the strength of his musical compositions.  Everyone knows you have to work hard to be a musician, and Manny definitely works hard...but he also has the technical knowledge and the world experience to ensure his h

This troublesome trio of musicians formed Ready Set Survive just a couple of years ago and are already sounding like a polished machine ready to take on the world.  That’s what Troy paid me to say, or at least what he WOULD’VE paid me if any of us made any money (just kidding…there wasn’t any money exchanging hands).  Fresh off their self-titles EP, the band has been releasing singles on their ReverbNation page and on other music services.  You can buy the song anywhere as well to more directly support these musicians.  We immediately loved these guys, they brought us beer!  And a party attitude.  Troy kept derailing the conversation away from the music talk, but we did happen to get some good information out of them.  However, the “F***-Offery” never ended…all the way up to the end.    These guys LOVE to jam and try out as many instruments they can.  Mixing it up, they don’t want to be held down to any genre.  Their first track “Fight” is a newly-released single and gets the blood pumping with an Alternative

Enter the Blue Sky is an “Americana” (we discuss this in the episode) group from East County with very poetic stories and plenty of emotions tied to their songs.  Tyler just BUTCHERS Sande Lollis’ last name…somehow and Spicy “goes there” within the first few minutes…which seems to set the tone of this episode, but the ladies take it over from us. Sande is the writer and singer of the group, and with Karen playing the Viola and singing right next to them they go from making you cry to making you want to jump out of your seat and dance.  Seriously, Spicy actually started crying during the first track we played, “Hold On.” With a soulful blues melody and minors to add to the sorrow, this song really grabs you at your deepest pain and wrenches your guts.  AND YOU WILL LOVE IT! …and probably cry too…BUT, “I Really Want You” (Big Jon makes puns with each song title) is a complete 180-degree turnabout that makes you want to get up and dance.  You will find yourself tapping your toes without even realizing it. Sadly,

The Broken Stems really get down and dirty with their gritty style of Rock and the stories to go with it. This talented three-some of guys will make your soul bleed from moment one!  Of course, you'll feel better afterwards.  These three amigos, strike that...Bearded Foxes...wait, no...they're a little confused on what they really are; however, right now they go by Broken Stems and that's how you can search to find their beautiful blend of blues based rock and alternative on any music device.  They're constantly performing live, so check out the Concert Reports RELEASED ON WEDNESDAYS for when and where you can find them playing... We play three of the songs off of their "Joshua Tree Sessions" EP, and they really raised the temperature in the room...Spicy was on-fire after hearing Jesse's voice.  From the anthemic "Play it Loud" to the soulful "Rest Assured," these guys have some serious talent.  Not just talent in their instruments; Brad produced the "Joshua Tree Sessions" EP and Jesse directed/filmed/edited