Rob Aldridge – Mind Over Manners

Rob Aldridge – Mind Over Manners - Join us in this captivating podcast episode as we delve into the story of Alabama-based rock and rollers Rob Aldridge & the Proponents and their highly anticipated second album, "Mind Over Manners." With a two-part strategy of delivering thoughtful truths backed by tasteful grooves, they successfully avoided the sophomore slump, presenting a twelve-song collection that rivals their fellow Alabaman contemporaries like Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit and Alabama Shakes. Check out Rob Aldridge music at: robaldridgemusic.com/ Recorded at Studio 144, a smoky loft space in Green Hill, Alabama, "Mind Over Manners" was produced by Rob Aldridge and Jay Burgess of The Pollies. The Proponents, along with additional talents like Clint Chandler on keyboards, Caleb Elliott on cello, and Kimi Samson on violin, poured their hearts into the creation of this album. However, their triumph is bittersweet. The passing of Proponents bassist Stone Anderson from an accidental drug overdose in April 2021 deeply shook both the band and the North Alabama music scene. For Aldridge, working on "Mind Over Manners" became a poignant reminder that it was the last project he would share with his childhood friend Stone. Explore the highs and lows of this remarkable band's journey as they pour their souls into their music. Check out the Break It Down Store on Bonfire bonfire.com/store/the-break-it-down-show-store/ Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtube.com/live/7afG8nXmW1k? Haiku Bittersweet triumph "Mind Over Manners" does shine Lost friend's final touch. Similar episodes: ​ U2 SOI vs U2 SOE youtu.be/6e4V-gFThf4 Prince vs Michael Jackson youtu.be/Lioe771I43c Van Halen vs Fleetwood Mac youtu.be/4YCormQ0OcM Join us in supporting Save the Brave as we battle PTSD. www.savethebrave.org Executive Producer/Host: Pete A Turner youtu.be/mYoUxRJzXcA Producer: Damjan Gjorgjiev youtu.be/3Ciw2tLo_hg Writer: Dragan Petrovski youtu.be/JVum9nRpyUs​​ ​​The Break It Down Show is your favorite best, new podcast, featuring 5 episodes a week with great interviews highlighting world-class guests from a wide array of shows.