Casey Stratton Audio Podcasts

Episodes

1. 57

   #57 - Wars, Marriage and Release

   I discuss the war in Afghanistan and New York's Marriage Equality progress before talking about artists and social networking. Performed Release Me by Wilson Phillips. Listen to Podcast #57

   Jun 28, 2011
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   # 56 - Weiners, Greeks and Vigils

   I discussed Anthony Weiner, Vancouver and Greece before talking about my new project, The Vigil. I then performed To Leave is to Die A Little. Listen to Podcast #56

   Jun 28, 2011
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   #55 - Art, Commerce and Priorities

   In this episode I discuss my recent TV appearance and then talk a bit about my cat Henry who is currently going through renal failure. I then discuss art vs. commerce and the pitfalls that come with the territory. Live performance is Wild Soul from DIVIDE. Listen to Podcast #55

   May 23, 2011
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   #54 - Bows, Arrows and Solomon

   In this episode I discussed Bow, the local cat found shot with a bow and arrow and the fund for his vet bills, as well as discussing my cat Henry. I then answered questions about collaborating with other artists and reworking/re-recording your material as an artist. I then performed Song of…

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   May 17, 2011
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   #53 - Sequencing, Evolution and Trust

   In this episode I discuss the death of Osama Bin Laden, Oil rigs in the Gulf of Mexico, Japan, etc before answering a question about album sequencing and another question about the evolution of my writing over the years. Then I perform "You Can Have You Freedom Back" from "Piano/Vocals: March…

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   May 6, 2011
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   # 52 - Paris, Piano Parts and Pele

   I discuss Japan and US Government news, take questions about Europe and songwriting and perform a completely impromptu cover of Hey Jupiter by Tori Amos. Listen to Podcast #52

   Apr 15, 2011
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   # 51 - Tsunamis, Shutdowns and Flowers

   Discussion includes Japan, Ivory Coast, Wisconsin and the impending US government shutdown. I then take questions and discuss creativity and writer's block before performing "Crossfire" by Brandon Flowers. Visit my digital store Listen to Podcast # 51

   Apr 8, 2011
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   #50 - Earthquakes, Protests and Cities

   In this episode of the Casey Stratton Podcast I discuss the situations in Japan and the Middle East. I then talk about my new project, Hear the City before performing Inside Out from that work. Buy Hear the City Visit my online store Listen to Podcast #50

   Mar 25, 2011
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   #49 - Covers, Chocolate and Composing

   In this episode of the Casey Stratton Podcast I answer many of your questions, including one that brings me to another Music Theory 101 lesson since the last one was a big hit with everyone. I then perform Kites from Orbit. Music recommendation is Joni Mitchell's Court and Spark. ...sudden,...

   Mar 31, 2010
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    #48 - Reconciliation, Sensitivity and Music Theory 101

    In this episode of the Casey Stratton Podcast I discuss the current state of the Health Care reform efforts in the US congress before taking 2 questions. I go on to explain some basic music theory, as promised on Facebook. The live performance is Sinead O'Connor's The Last Day of Our…

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    Mar 17, 2010
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    #47 - Earthquakes, Journeys and Bliss

    In this episode of the Casey Stratton Podcast I discuss current events, including the recent Earthquake in Chile. I then explore the themes of artistry in a commercial world and Joseph Campbell's idea of following your bliss. No live performance this time due to a cold. Music recommendation is…

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    Mar 3, 2010
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    #46 - Sports, Bingo and Double Albums

    In this episode of the Casey Stratton Podcast I discuss the Winter Olympics which leads to a wider discussion on sports in general. I then discuss my recent obsession with Bingo. I then discuss independent music before talking more about the plans and process for my next record. Two live...

    Feb 17, 2010
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    #45 - Grammys, Commercialism and Artistry

    In this episode of the Casey Stratton Audio Podcast I discuss last week's State of the Union address in the U.S. and then talk a little about the Grammys. This digresses into a conversation about commercialism vs. artistry. I then go on to talk about my new release, Artifacts: Memories and...

    Feb 3, 2010
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    #44 - Rescues, Reality and a Ridiculous Feline

    In this episode of the Casey Stratton Podcast I discuss current events including the recent earthquake in Haiti. I then answer 2 of your questions. The first is about how I came to co-habitate with my 4 cats. The second is about audio production and engineering. I then talk a little bit more…

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    Jan 20, 2010
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    #43 - Video, Covers and Sad Creators

    In this episode of the Casey Stratton Podcast I have some growing pains getting used to filming video while recording the audio. Both versions are now available. This is still your spot for the audio podcast but you can find the video podcast, as well as YouTube clips of the live performance(s)…

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    Jan 6, 2010
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    #42 - Christmas, Holidays and Music

    In this special Christmas episode of the Casey Stratton Podcast I perform many holiday songs. The first is O Holy Night, followed by What Is This Lovely Fragrance?, Un Flambeau, Jeanette, Isabelle, Joy to the World and It Came Upon The Midnight Clear. To close out I play a recording of me singing...

    Dec 23, 2009
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    #41 - Shows, Snows and The Holy Ghost

    In this episode of the Casey Stratton Podcast I discuss current events, take some of your questions and then talk about why I'm OK singing Christian songs on my holiday albums even though I am an agnostic. I go on to perform two requested songs: What If? from Memories and Photographs and a cover…

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    Dec 16, 2009
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    #40 - Snow, Rain and Cracked Out Ceilings

    In this episode of the Casey Stratton Podcast I discuss current events, including President Barack Obama's recent announcement about the war in Afghanistan. I then take a question about social networking in the modern era before discussing the reason why the podcast is 2 days late. Wendy makes…

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    Dec 4, 2009
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    #39 - Rituals, Waltons and New York City

    In this episode of the Casey Stratton Podcast I discuss some current events before taking a question about how I prepare for a show and how I choose my set lists. I then talk about my recent trip to New York to perform at The Bitter End. I perform two songs you requested as well: the Whirlwind...

    Nov 18, 2009
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    #38 - Marriage, New York and Shaking My Keys

    In this episode of the Casey Stratton Podcast I discuss yesterday's election results from Maine and Kalamazoo, MI and give some opinions on the marriage debate. I then discuss my upcoming show and my thoughts on playing the older songs versus the newer ones, hopefully without offending anyone...

    Nov 4, 2009
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    #37 - Tattoos, Tracks and Touring

    In this episode of the Casey Stratton Podcast I take many of your questions, including discussing my 5 tattoos, the remastering process and more about what it takes to do my live performances. I then play There Lies the Answer from The Crossing and Whirlwind Medusa from the album of the same name...

    Oct 21, 2009
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    #36 - Reunions, A Lake and Sky

    In this episode of the Casey Stratton Podcast I answer a question from a listener before discussing my 15 year Interlochen Arts Academy Reunion that I attended this past weekend. I then go on to perform The Lake from Whirlwind Medusa and You Never Touched the Sky, a B-side from Lily Sleeps. Music...

    Oct 7, 2009
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    #35 - Lies, Dancing and Managers

    In this edition of the Casey Stratton Podcast I talk about the recent TV opportunities I have been offered that may or may not pan out. I also talk a little more about Memories and Photographs before performing Time Will Melt Us Away from that release. I then perform a cover of Cloudbusting by…

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    Sep 23, 2009
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    #34 - Beaches, Business and Bushes

    In this installment of the Casey Stratton Podcast I answer a question about Driving to the Moon as well as touching on the subject of getting your music out there (for the aspiring recording artists who have been asking). I then talk a little more about Memories and Photographs before performing...

    Sep 10, 2009
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    #33 - Memories, Photographs and Characters

    In this episode of the Casey Stratton Podcast I talk about the new album, Memories and Photographs a bit. I also discuss social networking and its impact on music, artists and fans. I perform I Fail Again from the new record before performing a cover of Bonnie Raitt's I Can't Make You Love Me....

    Aug 27, 2009