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North Shore Music

by Ken Bishop

Stories and conversations about the music scene at Gordon College in the 1990s.

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Episodes

  1. Ep. 15: Season 1 Finale - The Troubadours and Cables and Lines at The Cut

    A reflection on one of the greatest nights of summer 2025, special thanks to The Troubadours, Cables and Lines, Yankee Devils, and Tom Borman for music. Special thanks to Nate Gowtham @strangelyenoughjams for audio wizardry. Leave a comment on instagram at @north_shore_music if you recognize your...

  2. Ep. 14: Adam Caress of the Troubadours

    Adam Caress joined me for a sweeping conversation about his journey in music, his role in the music scene at Gordon, and his experience with The Troubadours while at Gordon and after graduation. The Troubadours have a reunion show scheduled at The Cut in Gloucester on July 20th at 7 pm! Cables…

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  3. Ep. 13: North Shore Music feat. Tom Borman

    A far-reaching and profound conversation with Tom Borman A very special thanks to Hazel Luman for the use of her music! Additional special thanks to Nate Gowtham @strangelyenoughjams for sound magic, as well as the members of Adullam, Yankee Devils, and other bands whose music is features in this...

  4. Ep. 12: Todd The Rocket Richard

    A wonderful conversation with our friend Todd Richard from Scarlet Haven (and many, many other things) Find him at therocket.name Special thanks to Scarlet Haven and others for music A very special thanks to Mr. Oliver Richard for masterful archiving, and Mr. Simon Richard for general…

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  5. Ep. 11: Gillies Lounge

    A collage of memories about one of the most musically-important rooms on campus. Special thanks Jon Macadam, Chris Madin, Sara Johnson Steffey, Shana Carroll, Jen McKenzie, Sarah Petryk, and Thomas Borman, and a very special thanks to Adam Caress for sharing their memories of Gillies Lounge in…

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  6. Ep. 10: Nate Gowtham

    A thoughtful conversation about art and creativity with our favorite Astorian, Nate Gowtham Find him on IG at @strangelyenoughjams Find us on IG at @north_shore_music

  7. Ep. 9: Bryan Roberts

    Featuring Ken Bishop and Bryan Roberts All music written and recorded by Bryan Roberts Audio magic from Nate Gowtham @strangelyenoughjams

  8. Ep. 8: The Lumans

    A wonderful conversation with our friends Erin and Andy Luman about their life in music and art Written by Ken Bishop @north_shore_music Mastering and sound design by Nate Gowtham @strangelyenoughjams Special thanks to Erin @erinlumanartist and Andy Luman

  9. Ep.7: Spring Semester

    Written by Ken Bishop Sound design and mastering by Nate Gowtham @strangelyenoughjams Thanks to Erin Luman @erinlumanartist for creative review

  10. Ep. 6: Lane

    Written by Ken Bishop Sound design and mastering by Nate Gowtham @strangelyenoughjams Special thanks to Tom Borman, Bobby Bishop, Zack Wells, Mark Pietrafitta, Todd Richard, Bryan Roberts, and Matt Hornbeck.

  11. Ep. 5: November

    Written by Ken Bishop Sound design and mastering by Nate Gowtham @strangelyenoughjams Special thanks to The Troubadours (@thetroubadours1), Cables and Lines, Erin Luman, Chris Madin, Tom Borman, members of Scarlet Haven, and Josh Caress for music in this episode.

  12. Ep. 4: Esplanade

    Written by Ken Bishop Sound design and mastering by Nate Gowtham @strangelyenoughjams Special thanks to Erin Luman for creative input, and to the Troubadours, Brother Sun, and Alotia for use of their music.

  13. Ep. 3: Analog

    Written by Ken Bishop Sound design and mastering by Nate Gowtham @strangelyenoughjams Special thanks to Erin Luman for creative input, and to The Troubadours, Erin Luman, Alotia, Bryan Roberts, and Brother Sun for use of their music.

  14. Ep. 2: Singing Beach

    Written by Ken Bishop Sound design and mix by Nate Gowtham @strangelyenoughjams Send photos or stories to [email protected] Special thanks to Erin Luman for creative input, and to The Troubadours, Brother Sun, Tom Borman, Bryan Roberts, Bobby Bishop, and Erin Luman for their music.

  15. Ep. 1: Uther Pendragon

    Written by Ken Bishop Sound design and mastering by Nate Gowtham Many thanks to Erin Luman, Andy Luman, and Eric Boneske for creative input, and a special thanks to Adam Caress, the Troubadours, and Brian Funck and Jason Harrod for their music.

About this show

Stories and conversations about the music scene at Gordon College in the 1990s.

Hosted by

Ken Bishop

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does North Shore Music have?

North Shore Music has 15 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on October 27, 2025.

What is North Shore Music about?

Stories and conversations about the music scene at Gordon College in the 1990s.

How often does North Shore Music release new episodes?

North Shore Music publishes monthly, based on its 15 episodes since September 2024.

Who hosts North Shore Music?

North Shore Music is created and hosted by Ken Bishop.
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