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Dusty Futon
by Dusty Futon
A Musician's podcast where we talk with artists and collaborators about their music. You get to listen to a few tracks by your favorite musician's while hearing stories surrounding the music. Every so often, we trail off onto random subjects, and there are almost always surprise nuggets of info you wouldn't learn anywhere, unless you grabbed your seat on...The Dusty Futon!
Episodes
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After The Millennials
Two sets of paternal twins make up the Alternative band 'After The Millennials'. From the same parents too! The familiar nature of these kids (16 and 19) helps make their harmonies sweet and beautiful. They grew up with instruments surrounding them and naturally fell into it. The youngest twins,...
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Koda Sounds
Koda Sounds is a 4-piece rock band built with members from all over Southern California, but still having some San Diego roots! You might recognize Paul and Renee from their former cover band "Strange Affliction," and they play the eponymous original song from their latest album "Back to Life"…
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Squeaky Buddha
Squeaky Buddha are three guys who came to us via our website and we could not have been happier to meet them. Wes and Jessie are very close brothers, who actually failed in a band together before, and the two just decided to move to San Diego and do music full-time! Apparently Nashville and New...
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Scott Thorn
Scott Thorn wouldn't exist, as a solo artist that is, if it wasn't for his wife! This singer/songwriter was pushed by his wife to finally take his original stuff public. Scott humbly thanks her, as well as nearly every person he's worked with, before ever touting his own accomplishments. Which…
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Blue Largo
Eric Lieberman has been playing the blues in San Diego since 1981...but it wasn't until Alicia, his wife, agreed to sing with him did Blue Largo form. This 6-piece band consists of many members; however, Eric and Alicia are the duo behind the music. Well, mainly it's Eric's bike. We talk about…
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Eddie Salcido
Eddie Salcido, the blind Pianist…T, has been HARD at work with our cohost Cory Wilkins to create his new album. He happened to be down from LA (we've been trying to get him to STAY down here) recording and he sat on the Futon to share what he and Cory have been working on. Although he follows...
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Americas Favorite Punk
This is Americas Favorite Punk! That's their name, so it's kind of a thing. Mathan (pronounced MATH – IN) began his music career as a HARDCORE drummer for a few bands before forming Americas Favorite Punk. He initially developed the idea as a cover band with an old band buddy. As they practiced…
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Sluka
Christopher Sluka is an experimental rock artist who just can't stop doing! Not just with music, life in general. This outrageous and outspoken man humbly tells us how hard he works and downplays his tenacity towards getting the project done. He even admits he has a bit of OCD. The guy has…
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DJ Bassassin
His name describes his style of music…he's all about that BASS! DJ Bassassin really likes our headphones because he can feel those low vibrations that he's meticulously crafted to get right into your soul. This guy didn't start DJ'ing until 22 and he tells us that he switched from playing in a…
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Rick Shelley
Rick Shelley tried Glam Rock with his high-school buddies in Walla Walla, WA (so fun to say that), but it never really suited him. He started tarting in the band "Rag Tag," where Rick just wanted to play guitar, but his band mates eventually took that from him and made him the singer…since he was...
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MohaviSoul - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
There's such a storied history among these four core members of Mohavisoul! Orion is a Berklee College of Music graduate, Mark has a degree in science, Randy has an extensive and prolific music pedigree, and the other guys are no slouches either. These guys have an interesting strategy when…
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Doug Schmude - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
He's prolific in musical instruments and writing songs…Doug Schmude (rhymes with moody) graces us with his presence this episode. Tyler had a flashback when he saw his Harmonica harness, remembering his days of wearing braces with a full mouth guard! Luckily, he comes back to reality in time to…
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TreBlac - Dusty Futon Producers Corner
TreBlac is a young producer working hard to be his best. This kid has already put out two albums (actually three…we explain in the episode) and many singles... He's constantly trying to improve on his skills. This dude ended up becoming a lyricist and rapper thanks to the Imperial Valley lacking…
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BJ Jezbera - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
This episode makes us all feel a little ADD with the hilarious antics of BJ Jezbera meeting the sarcastic and dirty mind of Tyler Johnson. First off, a rendition of the King of The Hill intro and even a throwback that makes Big Jon remember his version of it... BJ Jezbera is represented by artist...
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Velour - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
Velour is a good old bluesy rock band where they guys actually call themselves "late bloomers." I wouldn't call them old, but they do get all of our 80's references, and start right off with quoting the movie "Spinal Tap" before we even get to introductions. Two Steve's and a James make up the...
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Lions Against Men - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
Lions Against Men is a concept similar to a supergroup of San Diego artists. Jeff, Noah, Aaron and "Steve" show up…however, nobody knows Steve so he gets kicked out immediately…to talk about their unique project. Their real drummer, Carlos, wasn't able to make it, so in true Dusty Futon style; we...
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Bitter Kiddos - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
Three young men who call themselves the "Bitter Kiddos" fell onto the Dusty Futon for this episode. Started in 2012 by Ryan, the "Kiddos" aren't what they used to be. Now featuring Nathan on Drums and Noah on Bass, the band has taken on a new sound. Their most recent EP, self titled "Bitter...
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Craig Shannon - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
Craig Shannon is a story teller...and a DAMN GOOD one! You will cry, you will laugh (listen to the end for some good laughs), and you will love the stories. His wife Jackie, "The Wife", joins him to help us understand this quiet and reserved fellow. Craig says "I tell stories...and they're mostly...
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Hocus - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
Hocus jumps right in with Fat Lando and Harlan, who just wouldn't shut up, getting very blue right away. The jokes pile up quick as two-thirds of the sound behind Hocus share stories and talk music. James couldn't make it, but joined us in spirit…and YouTube LIVE…even though Tyler thought he saw...
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Full Moon Light - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
East County's own Full Moon Light highlights their vast music background with their multi-genre approach to their music. Riley, Antone, Mike, Matt, and Ryan each have influences from all over the map and their coalescing has brought out the best in them as musicians. Want to hear for yourself?…
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Rennie D - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
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...
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Navajo Live - Singer Songwriter Showcase 10-21-18 EPISODE 3
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…
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Matthew Phillips - Dusty Futon Producers Corner
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...
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FUSED - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
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...
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Navajo Live - Singer Songwriter Showcase 10-21-18 EPISODE 2
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…
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K Prouty - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
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…
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Tweed Deluxe - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
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...
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Navajo Live - Singer Songwriter Showcase 10-21-18 EPISODE 1
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…
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Soup The Messenger - Dusty Futon Producers Corner
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...
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Oliver James - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
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...
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Digital Lizards of Doom - Dusty Futon Producers Corner
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…
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Sometimes Julie - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
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…
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Collision Creation - Dusty Futon Producers Corner
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...
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The Jackstones - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
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....
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Merc The Master of Seven - Dusty Futon Producers Corner
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...
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Lindsay White - Dusty Futon Musicians Podcast
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…
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Manny Cepeda - Dusty Futon Producers Corner
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...
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Ready Set Survive - Dusty Futon SOCAL 6-20
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…
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Enter The Blue Sky - Dusty Futon SOCAL 6-19
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...
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Broken Stems - Dusty Futon SOCAL 6-18
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...
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CHUGBOAT - Dusty Futon SOCAL 6-17
Party band CHUGBOAT return to the Dusty Futon with BRAND NEW Material...and a new sound? Well...it's more refined, and "more of a mature" sound...so they say. This gaggle of goofs are reworking their sound (just a bit) but we can still sense the party vibe and the innuendos. Even if they ARE less...
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The Rough - Dusty Futon SOCAL 6-16
The Rough joins us on The Dusty Futon and Big Jon FINALLY gets to chat with Jules Whelpton, #ThatBlondeBassist. This girl is a riot! Jules and Darren join us ON TIME, and Drew got caught in traffic…so, it takes a few before we get to the tunes since he's the one bringing them in. Interesting...
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League of Liars - Dusty Futon SOCAL 6-15
Sppike, Rumble T, and Maestro Mike of the League of Liars join us on the Futon to debut a few of their tracks. They have a debut album coming out an d want to chat about it...and THEN some! Sppike is spelled with to p's and he's one of the players in the Spice Girls / Sex Pistols tribute band,...
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Ricky Garcia - Dusty Futon Producers Corner 1-05
19 Year Old Ricky Garcia may just have an old sole to go along with that soulful voice. His Rhythm and Blues voice lends itself to multiple genres as he moves his way through trials and errors…mostly trials…and mostly successful. He's been playing music since fourth grade and started actually...
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Taz Taylor BAND - Dusty Futon SOCAL 6-14
Taz Taylor insists it's the "Taz Taylor Band" and that he can't do it alone. This mainly Instrumental group is a heavy-hitting hard rock band who shares their music here on The Dusty Futon! We chat about how they've been around since 2004, with Val Trainer (Drummer) joining in 2006. Taz is a…
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Chelsea Scott - Dusty Futon Producers Corner 1-04
Chelsea Scott of Second Story Studios lets us interview him and use his studio! We ended up talking for almost FOUR HOURS, but condensed it down to around an hour for you. Want to hear some of the extra stuff? Check it out on our Patreon page...the only place to get behind-the-scenes content from...
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The Rock - Dusty Futon SOCAL 06-13
Old School rock with a heavy kick can describe what The Rock brings to the table. Two former cover band artists going it on their own and running for 30 years! The guys dish about their early years and working with A&M records while really wanting to get Atlantic Records...what happened? You have...
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Calour Creative - Dusty Futon Producers Corner 1-03
Calour Creative produces more than just music, and we talk about why they call themselves an "Independent Talent Group." They brought with them a Myriad of clothing and accessories they design, create and produce themselves. You can see all their "Not merch" clothing line on their website:...
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Brett Ellis Band - Dusty Futon SOCAL 6-12
Two-Thirds of the Brett Ellis (namesake included) showed up to sit on the futon today, but the third member was there in spirit! Calvin and Brett spoke for Rick many times, making us realize (as they "enlighten us") that he didn't need to be here...as long as he shows up to the shows. Brett and...
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Raul iRok Rios - Dusty Futon Producer Corner SOCAL 1-02
Raul iRok Rios is an underground DJ turned Producer who "likes to music" and tells us that and MORE in this episode of the Producers Corner. We get to learn about the four elements of the Hip-Hop Culture...something Big Jon had no idea about. Tagging, Dancing, DJ, and Rapping...and Raul shares…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A Musician's podcast where we talk with artists and collaborators about their music. You get to listen to a few tracks by your favorite musician's while hearing stories surrounding the music. Every so often, we trail off onto random subjects, and there are almost always surprise nuggets of info you wouldn't learn anywhere, unless you grabbed your seat on...The Dusty Futon!
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A Musician's podcast where we talk with artists and collaborators about their music. You get to listen to a few tracks by your favorite musician's while hearing stories surrounding the music. Every so often, we trail off onto random subjects, and there are almost always surprise nuggets of info you...
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