Dusty Futon

Dusty Futon Remix is a replaying of old episodes of The Dusty Futon.  In this episode, the very first Remix, Big Jon introduces and comments on Season 1, Episodes 1-3, of our show.  In this season, the original co-host, Tyler, is featured.  He provides plenty of color commentary and some good information on music!  Not at first though... The first season of The Dusty Futon wasn't intended to be strictly about music; however, a few episodes in, we both realized that it was all we wanted to talk about!  Thus, the Dusty Futon you know and love took shape!  The episodes were shorter, and the content less, but you still walk away feeling like you picked something up from sitting on The Dusty Futon! Follow us: Facebook.com/TheDustyFuton Twitter @DustyFuton Instagram @DustyFuton www.DustyFuton.com EMAIL: admin@dustyfuton.com

Chugboat is a fun party band that got its start thanks to a friend breaking their back. Literally…that’s how they got started! They got their start playing party music and have kept the roots of those days with their original music. The use of interesting instruments like a glockenspiel and mandarin increase their appeal. Simple beats and fun lyrics fill in this large group of friends who enjoy playing music together. And when I say “Fun Lyrics” I really mean, well…the use of descriptive language and visuals to tell uniquely adult oriented stories. Their music is kind of Folk / Bluegrass / Americana / Rock all mixed together…although, they choose to call it Party Jams. Their Brand new EP just dropped and we play one song from all three of their current EP’s! Check out their tunes in this week’s episode.

Kairoots is a singer/songwriter who believes in expression. Born in Argentina (That's Southern America according to Big Jon), he's spent about half of his life there and the other half on California, traveling and playing as much as possible. The first track we listen to, "Contaminado," showcases his fast fingers and talent in plucking, having been recorded in one take, but he does love layering in other guitars in more produced tracks. Through the use of a few different pedals, he creates an interesting sound in "Puertos Del Sol" that gets both Trevor and Big Jon interested. The over 6-minute free-flowing track is basically an overture made up of 6 different parts. Take a listen and enjoy as we chat with Kairoots!

Ryan Scherbaum is RJ Fax, or RJ Sanctuz, or...well...he goes by whatever he wants!  RJ Fax now has crossed over Big Jon's line of Producer vs. Musician, so this episode introduces the "Producer's Corner" segment of The Dusty Futon.  Created by Trevor, this idea allows Hip Hip artists like DJ's, Producers, and Rappers, their own outlet for their artistry. RJ Fax's new album "Yin" features a style called "Trip Hop" that he focused on.  Check out the conversation he has with Big Jon and Trevor on the first ever episode of Dusty Futon's Producer's Corner...where this crossover artists actually plays his guitar live for us!  An exclusive performance of "Halloween Party" that was never recorded...

Karina Frost sits down with s to talk about the difference of being in a band and playing solo, as she's been doing both for awhile. We were introduced by a mutual friend, J7 of J7 Productions, and one of Karina's regular stand-ins for back-up singer is former Dusty Futon alum Lillian LeFranc! Listen to Karina as we talk about everything from Music to Star Wars, and her connection to Tom Waits.

Trevor found these guys floating around here in San Diego.   This 5-piece rock band was formed initially in Chino, CA and relocated to Seattle, WA after a successful SXSW tour.     Enjoy their music on this week's episode!

San Diego Native, Andrew Barrack. This Jazz lover admits he’s heavily influenced by the three J’s, and that’s NOT Jim, Jack, and Johnny. He brings with him a track to debut from his brand new full-length album. The track is called No Where, and the album title is also debuted during the episode. Tune in and enjoy!

This episode of The Dusty Futon features the music of Anthony Cullins, a.k.a. The Fallbrook Kid.  We chat about his beginnings in music, who has inspired him, and where he plans on going next.

We talked to Timmy D of Pullman Standard nearly a year ago, but have borrowed him for a hosting position multiple times since then and we explain why during this episode.  Timmy and Big Jon also reveal another piece of information, just before abruptly ending PART ONE of the Season 4 FINALE! Pullman Standard's new album, Diamond Hearts, is due out SOON and will feature another one of our former guests, Jillian Calkins, performing a duet with Frontman Timmy D.  The song, The Foyer, is not previewed...you'll have to catch that tune LIVE at the CD release party on July 1st, or on the album yourself when you buy it! Another former guest, Wordsauce's Risko, was featured on a remix version of Skies The Limit.  We feature the album version here first off in this episode, but you can buy the Remix on iTunes or Google Play

Picasso The Banshee is such a unique band name that there would have to be a unique story behind it. There is…kind of. It’s the project of one man, Jacob, who was unable to make it to the recording session. In his place, he sent his new drummer Angel and his lyricist / guitarist Andrew. These guys try hard not to throw their leader under the bus, but it seems Jacob is a slave driver. The awesome punk rock music coming out of our headphones will tend to agree. With influences like Blink 182, The Descendants, and Alkaline Trio, Picasso The Banshee shows their true punk roots on their debut EP “Louie.” The EP is available on Bandcamp at picassothebanshee.bandcamp.com, along with a quickly produced Christmas tune…we haven’t heard it yet, purchase at your own risk! The new EP (They reveal the name in the episode!!! …you have to listen) will HOPEFULLY be out soon, featuring the impressive bass lines of Jacob holding this band together.

6-piece SKA band The Meddlers enjoys creating a big band sound out of their horn section, while still maintaining their Ska Core roots.  Trevor learns more about music this episode!  We're so proud of him, he learns about horns...yeah, he didn't know what a 'horn section' in a ska band was.  A little bit more technical, he also learns what a musical "exchange" between instruments is.  Regardless of that, The Meddlers have created a unique listening experience that brings you through a few different musical styles.   Alex and Jonathan talk about the melding of different influences from all the members, including bands outside the Ska scene, including Squirrel Nut Zippers and Leftover Crack.  Their multitude of experiences adds a sense of experience to this young band.  Formed only in 2015, they have already played with some of the well-knowns like The Toasters and the hispanic band Sektacore.  Their writing style also shows their expansive forms, where one or two members would create a melody line and the rest

Lillian Lefranc is a saucy "white-washed" Mexican who adds her roots in Mariachi music into a Singer / Songwriter style of performance.  You might know her from hanging around Hillcrest or the North Park area, or maybe even at the Fair Trade Decor in Del Mar, but we know her for her infectious laugh and BiPolar tendencies.  Those crazy ideas that come into your head can turn into some great stories or songs.  She does have a few songs recorded so we sit around and listen to them for a bit. Her favorite album is a Mariachi album by Linda Ronstadt (Did you know that existed? I didn't), which really explains her personality if you think about it.  You have to listen to the episode to find out what that means.  You'll also find out how she became Trevor's first...and what THAT means!  Check her out as we play and talk about her music prowess.  

A bassist joined the Peace Corps, which led to FIVE new bands being formed, which eventually turned into FOUR, and I believe it went to three and might be back up to four, but anyway.  TWO of those bands are Splavender (two weeks ago) and Slay Dean!  The two recently played together and that's kind of what brought them to us.  The man behind Slay Dean is Sean Daly...(See anything there?...an Anagram maybe?...it didn't get by us).  We wondered if he thought of using Seal Dany or Sayn Deal...?     Sean is branching out, getting a band to back up his Abstract Rock project, that has a surf rock/Rockabilly feel throughout, to bring his music to the masses.  The first album, Red Tape, is featured during shows along with other music they don't have recorded just yet.  Sean is the featured artist on the entire album, and we talk to him, and bassist Grant, about what it's like finding someone to play his music.   You get the feeling that this guy is pretty weird, and you'd be right.  His videos seem random and his use

Lindy Crandall brings her many talents onto the Futon in the form of her original tunes. Her most recent album, "She Lights The Sky," is a tribute to her late friend and gives her a chance to explore more sides to her musicianship.  It's definitely a change up from her first album, "Flower Child."  The stories behind these three tracks nearly brings her to tears as she remembers Rachel.  Desert Rose and the title track, She Lights The Sky, were written specifically with Rachel in mind.  The album was put together through an IndieGogo campaign and contains one of her older songs, Sycamore Grove, which is a song about a utopia she's designed herself. This 3-song EP manages to package up Lindy's talents pretty well, but not all of them. She's apparently also adept at the Hula Hoop you can find her videos on YouTube, along with some music stuff too, but we got one below for you to look at.  However, DO subscribe to her YouTube channel! This little sweetheart works her tail off to be as good as a musician as possi

The band Splavender formed from the remnants of another band, creating the indie-pop punk band we have today.  The Danny is the brainchild behind (most of) the music of Splavender, including the recording/engineering/producing of their first few releases.  This band is a DIY band out to have fun and share their music to anyone who wants to listen.  In fact, all of their tunes are available on bandcamp FOR FREE! Of course, you know we would really like it if you kicked them at least $1...it help them make more music!  Anyway...back to the music, Danny sang Tenor 1 in choir (Trevor learns what a Castrato Tenor is), and that lends a very unique sound when sent through a guitar amp (among other things).  The first song we play, "Chrome Addict," was actually written by Anthony, their drummer, who explains what it means to be a drummer.  One of the few songs in their published catalogue that isn't written by Danny.  Oscar's leads are on fire, and Andre, bass and sax, drops some hilarious bombs throughout this episo

The Montell Jordans are a mish-mosh of guys of different musical backgrounds that somehow works.  Tim and Ryan are the masterminds behind the tunes, but Adam and Matt comprise the rhythm section, the backbone of the vision Tim is creating.  The episode isn't too far in before we get our first gay joke...but, thankfully it's the last one.  Instead, we learn more about the band and how they came to be. Their first album features a track called "I'm Not Your Father, But You Can Call Me Daddy," and features a killer video the crew shot and edited all by their lonesome.  It's actually awesome quality for amateur work.  Then again, these guys are no amateurs...their seasoned vets of the music industry...and their album Sweater Puppies proves it with awesome track after awesome track!  Including their secret track! Get their album at bandcamp for FREE (Hook them up with a donation) or buy it on CDBABY for $8.99.  Your choice.  Either way, they get paid!  Even more when you buy their merch!  See them live at Slam-Die

Foul-mouthed but sexy-as-hell Kaitlyn Gold looked very comfortable on the Dusty Futon during this episode.  It almost looks like she's seen her fair share of futons.  That's not this editor being a misogynist...she said it herself.  In fact, she took ownership of all the sexism on the podcast this week.  Either way, this 5'1" Golden haired minx can sing the blues in a way that'll make you feel again.  With an operatic voice scarred by years of heavy smoking, and a checkered past when it comes to men, Kaitlyn Gold definitely has a story to tell...and she bares a good portion out on the Futon. Kaitlyn's music is nothing short of blunt.  She doesn't mince words when she talks about how her exes treated her and what she's gone through to get here now.  And by now I mean releasing a single internationally on radio.  It's awesome that the Dusty Futon found her through an interview on BackStage 30 during a Boogie Magazine event...now we get to sit down and chat about her music and story...it only took 6 months.  I m

The guys from WordSauce, well...five of them...two stayed with their short-bus and trailer, stopped by the futon and spilled some of their sauce on it.  They've had that bus for over 7 years!  After paying $1000 for it I'd say it's been a pretty damn good investment.  After all, as Timmy D. points out, with 7 members and at least one merch guy/girl, you would definitely need something like that.  The members of this motley crew of 7 former strangers are from scattered points of Cali, but through a series of fateful twists and turns (well described in the podcast) met in this group of musicians before you now. It's all fun and games as we learn the Metal Rockers incarnate morphed into this fusion rock band featuring a horn player (Sam on the Sax), a DJ mixing up the vinyl (Emortal), and a traditional rock ensemble (Kevin and Shawne on Guitars, Wesley on Bass, and Billy G on Drums)...then the fast talking vocalist Risko and BLAMO! You've got WORDSAUCE!   With ties to both San Diego and San Francisco, and other

Sons of Eden may be the music of David Hermsen, but if you ask him, it's nothing without the other members.  The name was decided early on, so the two women of the group, Marcia and Kristen, have adopted "Suns" of Eden (or Daughters of Eve...much cooler) to ensure their femininity isn't drowned out by the name.  Both of these women are the backbeat for Sons of Eden, they comprise the rhythm section...Marcia on Bass and Kristen on the cajon.  Noah, however, it the best kept secret...providing some of the most fluid solos you've heard in awhile.  The music is soulful and serene, yet still has that Rock beat to it...it's definitely rock, but with an acoustic feel.  Check out the tracks we play for you in the episode and stay tuned.  As soon as the episode is out, we will let you know!

Jon Campos formed "Jon Campos and the Incurables" in 2015 after leaving Seventrain, Drew Gino joined just to provide some backing on Jon's acoustic gigs, then they grabbed James Raub and formed this little group that's about to make waves.  Wanting to stay in the Alternative Rock format, the group launched with their EP "Tragic Tales and Lullabies," and we play three of those tracks for you! We also discover how oddly similar Jon Campos and the host Big Jon are...it's very creepy actually, you'll have to listen to find out that...and some cool insights to the album and production notes.  We also learn that Kim (Jon's wife and Manager) is the most important Incurable...after all, she married him! Tyler is still MIA and Timmy had to be a Rockstar for awhile, so Trevor steps up to bat...and hits a...well...at LEAST a triple...but Futoners, you are the ones who really decide.