A-Sides with Jon Chattman

Warren Haynes will perform this Father’s Day at thel Hudson River Music Festival alongside Grahame Lesh and Daniel Donato.  He discusses being a part of the event, touring with Govt Mule and more on A-Sides. 

Jon Chattman chats with Emily Haines of Metric about the band’s  new album Romancing the Dive and their upcoming tour with #brokensocialscene and Stars, which kicks off this summer.

Jon Chattman chats with The Rescues, the band and brains behind the Broadway musical adaptation of the 1980s classic film The Lost Boys. 

A-Sides caught up with screen veteran Keith David to discuss his latest role on The Gray House, his voice and live action work and more.  David appears as American abolitionist Henry H. Garnet in The Gray House. The limited series highlights the women whose efforts helped shift the momentum of the American Civil War in the Union’s favor. Its all-star cast features Mary-Louise Parker, Rob Morrow, Ben Vereen, and Christopher McDonald.

Singer/songwriter Eli Musser discusses the “immediacy” of music, his career, upbringing, l overcoming a serious bout with Covid, and future plans. 

Bryce Fox chats about his tour with Awolnation, and his preparation writing and making music.  

We sit down with Chris “Coach” Rodriguez of 107.1 The Peak and discuss how he got his start, his name and what terrestrial radio offers that streaming and satellite doesn’t. 

Hana Rukaj, co-owner of SYR and 4Her joins us for a dope conversation on her budding men and women’s spa and service company and brand, self care,  dancing, hip hop and so much more. Filmed at LMC Media in Mamaroneck.   

Dave Phillips of Project Hot Sauce and Jon sat down to test drive his passion project (SAUCE!) at Artesano Empandas in White Plains, NY.   Dave is a seasoned musician who started this new business endeavor in California and moved it to NY after the pandemic.  In this episode, Jon and Dave channel their inner Hot Ones and sample the sauces while eating.  

Westchester filmmaker Anna Toomey discusses her documentary Left Behind, which centers on  five determined moms who fight to create the first NYC public school for dyslexic children. The film features original songs by U2’s Larry Mullen, Jr. 

 Leo Sawikin checks in for a A-Sides session and interview on The Westchester Pop. The NYC singer/songwriter recently released his album "Till You’re Somebody Else.” It was recorded in Seattle's Studio Litho and produced by Fleet Foxes engineer Phil Ek. The album captures Sawikin's "shoegaze-y Britpop" style. The title track hit #1 on the Mediabase A/C Independent Artists Chart and #26 on Billboard’s AC Chart.

Pleasantville (Aaron Gleason and Emma Freeman) join us to discuss their upcoming album, the unique way they joined forces, and perform a pair of tracks on A-Sides on The Westchester Pop. Filmed at LMC Media in Mamaroneck, NY.  

In our final episode of the year, Jon Chattman sits down with Doc Gooden and focuses the acquisition of Juan Soto, Pete Alonso’s status, the Wilpon ownership vs. the Cohen ownership and more.  Recorded at LMC Media in Mamaroneck, NY. 

Jake Albi performs his original song “Five Seconds” from The Westchester Pop studio aka LMC Media in Mamaroneck, NY. 

Hudson Valley singer/songwriter Jake Albi stops by the pod to perform and chat about making music as a solo artist, with his bands Imposters and The Bluechips, navigating social media, gigging and more.

Content Creator. Podcaster. Podcast studio owner. Food reviewer. Filmmaker.  Franjez is more prolific than a Kardashian (they’re prolific, right?)  Dude does a lot and we talked everything from growing up in Yonkers to creating content to what he did before he let his tech control his career and life.  Have a listen. I even let the cameras roll long after I shouldn’t for some candid banter.  Let’s FG. 

Rising singer/songwriter Jack West discusses his new album, performing for Martha Stewart, with Eddie Vedder and Imagine Dragons and more. 

Jon chats with Matthew and David of Missio about their album I Am Cinco, their prolific songwriting, touring, the music industry, flying under the radar and more.  

Jon sits down with Matt Sullivan, executive director of LMC Media in Mamaroneck, and discusses the evolution of public access “TV,” their own move to Mamaroneck Avenue, the advantages of filming at their state-of-the-art studio, and the future of LMC Media. 

Walter’s Owner Gene-Christian Baca, the great-grandson of the restaurant’s namesake, talks about what makes the Mamaroneck institution tick, how it continues to evolve, the growing number of food trucks, homemade ice cream and going beyond the infamous dogs. 

Jamie Baum, an owner at UBX Larchmont, NY and Greenwich, CT, discusses why UBX sets you up for success and how it differs from other gyms.  He also discusses his own fitness journey, and Jon shares his own story and how UBX Larchmont helped him reach and exceed his goals. 

John Paul White returns to A-Sides for a chat about house concerts, social media, new music, writing in general, and working with Taylor Swift. 

 Will Nunziata discusses his Westchester roots, the creation of his new work Figaro: An Original Musical, which will debut on the West End early next year, his process and who he approaches  projects across all mediums.  Discussing the arts, his upbringing and everything in-between, Will and Jon offer advice to one another and the world at large and, in turn, save each other a trip to therapy. 😃

Nick Loeb discusses his 3rd Annual BBQ and Pool Party with local police families! This year’s event features a 50-foot water slide, live music, face painting, baseball with Mets and Yankee legends Darryl Strawberry and Dwight Gooden and delicious food prepared by Chef David Burke. Don't miss out – join us on August 24th, from 11 AM to 4 PM in Purchase, NY! For tickets or sponsorship, visit www.thenickloebfoundation.com. 

Tuelo performs “Bitter Weeping” exclusively for A-Sides with Jon Chattman on The Westchester Pop. 

Tuelo performs “Saint Margaret” exclusively for A-Sides with Jon Chattman on The Westchester Pop. 

Singer/Songwriter Tuelo discusses her new album Regarding My Heart, new single Bitter Weeping, her roots in South Africa, life in New York and more with Jon Chattman in his A-Sides studio. 

We chat with entrepreneur, two-time cancer survivor and owner of The Drip Bar Rye NY Andrea Della Mura about her journey, her brand new Rye location and how feeding your cells can fuel your life. 

We chat with Monica Castillo, Jacob Burns Film Center’s Senior Film Programmer, about the Pleasantville NY indie film house’s impressive array of summer programming from blockbusters to deep cuts to “sounds of summer.” Have a listen and visit burnsfilmcenter.org. 

Much like her personality, Marla Beth Enowitz makes art that’s infectious, happy and colorful.  We sat down with the owner of Marla Beth Designs and discussed her dots, drips, what’s new, what’s next, working with kids, non-profits, and her brand new studio in Rye, Ny.    

Westchester Pop chats with Hello Mary, a rising  three-piece rock band from Brooklyn, about their current tour with Silversun Pickups, including a stop at The Capitol Theatre, festival dates, songs on the road and pinch-me moments.  Have a listen to our chat with guitarist/vocalist Helena Straight, drummer/vocalist Stella Wave and bassist Mikaela Oppenheimer.

Dan Zlotnick is a local road warrior in Westchester.  The folk/rock singer-songwriter is a staple in the county and has focused on performing at house concerts lately.  Dan discusses that, being the dad to a newborn, songwriting and more with us on A-Sides on The Westchester Pop. 

Hudson Valley acoustic folk rock singer/songwriter Dan Zlotnick performs “The Bottom Line” exclusively for A-Sides on The  Westchester Pop.  Recorded at LMC Media.  Don’t miss the interview with Dan! 

Hudson Valley acoustic folk rock singer/songwriter Dan Zlotnick performs “Room to Spare” off his album Day 3 live exclusively for A-Sides on The  Westchester Pop.  Recorded at LMC Media.  Don’t miss the interview with Dan! 

Itzel Aguilera isn’t just an influencer. The Insta/social media sensation is a mover, shaker, networker, connector, party planner, small business booster and more. Learn a bit about how she went from posting pictures of strawberries to building a brand that goes beyond cheese pull videos. 

For 20 years+, Coffee Labs has been an institution in Tarrytown. It  opened in Eastchester last year, and as owner Mike Love tells us it’s about to expand even further.  Make yourself a cup and listen to this chill dude explain. 

What’s next for Godsmack? Longtime drummer Shannon Larkin lets us in on some info, gives an update on their current tour and future tours and shares all kinds of music “vibes.” Have a listen.  

When lifelong Westchester resident Joe Crotty lost his restaurant business during the pandemic, he did what every rational small-town business owner would do:  He opened another one within months! Joe, who had been in the restaurant and bar biz like his dad, pivoted from Riverdale to New Rochelle, opening Crotty's Cheesesteaks in December 2020 with his daughter Lindsay Crotty Walsh.  We caught up with Lindsay to share the story of the business, how she went from a stay-at-home hom to turning a negative into a positive.  Say Cheez. 

Mia Pinero is a New York City based performer who is currently in revival of Sweeney Todd . She made her Broadway debut as Maria while understudying in Ivo Van Hove's revival of West Side Story. 

For over 20 years,  Katy Krassner has been  iconic pop band Duran Duran director of all things digital and their “social media goddess.” She manages all content and strategy for the band’s website, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram pages, as well as their YouTube, Spotify, SoundCloud, Tumblr and Pinterest pages. In addition, she  began co-hosting WHOOOSH!, a weekly radio show with Duran Duran's Simon Le Bon. WHOOOSH! In 2020.  It  started off on Duran Duran's website, later moved to Spotify and now airs every Sunday evening at 7pm ET and every Monday evening at 10pm ET on SiriusXM's Spectrum Channel 28. 👏 

Andy Yu is a renowned fashion designer, innovator and strives to make a positive impact on the environment through his work.  In Westchester, he’s held chic events, is a connector, collaborator and a supporter of various charities.  He’s more substance than style but damn he’s got style.  

A-Sides with Jon Chattman is now under the brand new Westchester Pop umbrella.  Stay tuned.  

On a sweltering Sept. 5 night, the Vermont singer/songwriter, played a 17-song set to a sold-out crowd at the beautiful Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater in Bridgeport, CT. The crowd was a mixed bag consisting of mid-40 dudes like me, dads who brought their tween daughters, couples, singles, and everything in-between. There was one guy possibly in his 60s with a Bonnaroo shirt. Each and every one of them were singing and hanging on each word of Noah Kahan, belting out the lyrics as if it were a Taylor Swift song. 

The ghost runner of the last episode? Sure! A new feature on Stale Bubblegum where we ask our guest a lightning round of meatball and weird questions. Thanks again, Jerry Blevins!  Favorite movie! Favorite player! Self tagline? Listen. 

Legendary guitarist and Grammy winner Andy Summers discusses his upcoming tour  with The Cracked Lens + A Missing String, his photography career, and his time with The Police. 

*All-Star Break Edition* Former New York Mets pitcher and current SNY analyst Jerry Blevins sits down to discuss what to expect from the Amazin’s in the second half of the season, his life at SNY, whether he’s tempted to come out of retirement, and a whole lot more.  Stay tuned for our upcoming “Extras” episode with Jerry soon! 

Steve Wynn of The Baseball Project and The Dream Syndicate chats about the former band’s new album Grand Salami Time!, due out June 30 and discusses his band with former R.E.M. members Peter Buck and Mike Mills, Scott McCaughey (The Minus 5/Young Fresh Fellows) and Linda Pitmon (Filthy Friends, Alejandro Escovedo).  He also discusses the band’s new single “Journeyman,” baseball fandom and folk heroes. 

Grammy-nominated, platinum artist Five For Fighting AKA John Ondrasik stops by the pod to talk Dodgers, touring with Barenaked Ladies, his humanitarian work, and his most recent song “Can One Man Save the World?,” which he did with a Ukrainian Orchestra. 

Tom Verducci is synonymous with Major League Baseball  — a brilliant writer for Sports Illustrated, a five-time Emmy Award winner, two-time National Magazine Award finalist, two-time New York Times bestselling author and a member of the National Sports Media Association Hall of Fame. He was the first baseball writer to be named National Sportswriter of the Year for three consecutive years and the only to call the World Series as an analyst. He appears on MLB Network and Fox.  On this episode, we chat about the 2023 MLB season thus far,  and how the game has changed and stayed the same.  Play Ball! 

Jon chats with Andrew McMahon about AM in the Wilderness’s new release Tilt At The Wind No More, music as therapy, milestones, having his daughter Cecilia appear on a new track, touring, and a whole lot more.