Opium Western Radio

Episode Summary: The crew is back for week three, and things are getting wonderfully off the rails. With Kimberly preparing to pilot her mobile command center across state lines, Dane and Steve hold down the fort to talk about the official streaming release of their new single, "Make Me Love You". But what starts as a discussion about blues-rock chemistry, pristine venue acoustics, and legendary classic rock drum grooves quickly devolves into a brilliant, self-produced marketing breakthrough: an upcoming album featuring absolutely zero noise.From dreaming about the majestic stages of Red Rocks and Royal Albert Hall to inventing a genre-defying concept that would make Spinal Tap proud, this episode bridges the gap between old-school musical grit and pure, unscripted comedy.Key Moments & Hot Takes:The USS Iowa of RVs: Kimberly maps out her upcoming 15+ hour journey, proving that true leaders can run a global musical explosion from just about anywhere."Make Me Love You" is Live! The band celebrates dipping their toes into the digital space via DistroKid. You can now find the track weaving its way into your favorite playlists on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, and Pandora.The Struggle of the Soul: A candid look at why true artists find it so difficult to put a monetary value on something that comes straight from the soul.Acoustic Dreams: Dane and Steve break down what makes a venue legendary (hint: wood walls good, concrete and mirrors bad) and swap stories about crossing paths with Red Rocks Amphitheatre.The "Silent Treatment" Masterpiece: In an extended, unfiltered brainstorming session, the guys pitch their next boundary-pushing concept—a 10-track album of sheer, unadulterated silence. It’s visual, it’s terrifyingly quiet, and it’s completely self-produced.Laying the Groove: Steve pays homage to studio legends Jeff Porcaro (Toto) and Steve Gadd, breaking down what it actually means to keep the time rock-solid and stay out of the way.The Next Track: A sneak peek at what's next in the pipeline, including plans to cut fan-favorites like "Mi Vida, Mi Corazon" and the high-energy "Over the Top".Look Out For:Dane: "We’re going to put out an album with complete silence. Seriously. Ten tracks of sheer silent bliss... It's open to interpretation. It's about what you thought. What did YOU hear?"Steve: "Silent Treatment. Yeah. Silent and deadly... I didn't hear a single mistake."Connect with Opium Western:Stream the new single "Make Me Love You" on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, and Amazon.Leave us a comment on the episode and let us know: What did you hear (or see) during our Silent Treatment preview?Opium Western:Dane Mulligan - vocals, guitarSteve Froese - drums, vocalsBryan Lawson - bassOpiumWestern.comFor Booking Info: (541) 399-6878 or [email protected] Western Radio produced in part by King Henrie Creative LLC.

Welcome back to week two of Opium Western Radio! This week, the guys are back in the studio with Kimberly to unpack what it really takes to transition from a "bedroom warrior" to a professional gigging musician, the timeless magic of analog energy, and the wild backstory behind their track, "Make Me Love You".Whether you're a lifelong crate-digger or a digital native, grab a glass of wine, turn up the speakers, and dive deep into the classic rock melting pot with us.Inside The Episode:The Saturday Monsoons: Dane recaps his recent solo gig at the Tree House and how a sudden storm brought out the best in the local crowd.Going to the Well: A look inside the band's massive eclectic influences—from Chicago and Jeff Beck to Zappa and jazz-infused rock—and how those diverse sounds become the secret sauce for their jam sessions.The Work vs. The Play: Why making music look effortless actually requires a "shit ton of work", the grit it takes to conjure up your mojo at will, and why the best performances are a pure energy exchange with the audience.Mechanical Soul vs. Digital Ether: The band gets nostalgic over vinyl, eight-tracks, and home-recorded cassettes, breaking down why the human ear responds so beautifully to the mechanical, healing reproduction of sound.The Story Behind "Make Me Love You": Dane shares the true (and edgy) backstory of a chance encounter with a Myspace redhead at a country bar in Wichita, and Steve explains how he used his music theory background to build the track's massive, stacked vocal harmonies.Studio Archives & A Live Jam: The guys share an update on heading back into the studio to retrack some archive gems and wrap up the show by writing a brand-new track right on the spot."If it's badass and cool now, guess what? 20 or 30 years from now, it still will be. It never goes out of style." — DaneMentioned in this Episode:Artists & Tracks: Chicago (25 or 6 to 4), The Doors, Jeff Beck, Chick Corea, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Ozzy Osbourne (Crazy Train), Paul McCartney, and Kansas.The Gear & Nostalgia: Classic Klipschorn speakers, eight-track tapes, and the lost art of holding your finger on a cassette recorder record button.Let's Party!Opium Western is always on the hunt for the next great stage, and yes—they play private parties! If you have a reason to celebrate (or even if you don't), reach out to Kimbetly to get the band booked. As Steve says: "Just have a fricking party!"Connect With Us:Website:http://www.opiumwestern.comListen & Subscribe: Available wherever you get your podcasts.Opium Western Radio: No script, no filter, just the music and everything around it.Opium Western:Dane Mulligan - vocals, guitarSteve Froese - drums, vocalsBryan Lawson - bassOpiumWestern.comFor Booking Info: (541) 399-6878 or [email protected] Western Radio produced in part by King Henrie Creative LLC.

Welcome to Opium Western Radio. In this first episode, Dane Mulligan and Steve Froese sit down with Kimberly Henrie to introduce themselves, the band, and the podcast. Two musicians with decades of stories between them — from USO tours in Korea to Bill Haley's original Comets to the night at Waxie O'Shea's that proved Opium Western was something real. This is where it starts. TIMESTAMPS[00:00] Welcome to Opium Western Radio[00:01] Introductions — Dane Mulligan, Steve Froese, and Bryan Lawson[00:02] Playing resort towns — the Branson conveyor belt[00:04] How long has Opium Western been a band?[00:05] What the name Opium Western actually means[00:07] Spaghetti Westerns, Tombstone, and the gritty Western vibe[00:08] Rock vs. Western — what kind of band are they really?[00:09] The blues element — and the haunted piano in the corner[00:10] Steve's background — Penny Gilley, USO tours, Korea[00:13] Bill Haley's Comets, Barry Williams, Jay Osmond, and the road to Opium Western[00:14] How Dane and Steve found each other[00:15] The night at Waxie O'Shea's that changed everything[00:16] Making people dance to classic rock — why it matters[00:18] The difference between a musician and an entertainer[00:19] Playing to an audience of one[00:23] How Dane and Steve play off each other on stage[00:24] Steve's Kiss origin story — the Paul Lynde Halloween Special, 1976[00:27] Dane playing guitar and bass simultaneously — how and why[00:29] Make Me Love You — how it came together[00:32] People talk with their feet — how to read a room[00:33] What future episodes will look like[00:35] Where to find Opium Western live[00:36] Make Me Love You — the Easter eggs, the Jesus Christ Superstar line, and the Roxanne moment[00:39] More music coming — Over the Top, Dwight Yoakam, and the full album plan[00:41] Bryan Lawson preview — and why you should come back for Episode 002TOPICS COVEREDOrigins of Opium Western — the name, the concept, the bandPlaying resort towns and tourist destinationsThe danceable element of classic rock — Hendrix, Zeppelin, and grooveSteve's career — USO tours, Branson tribute shows, professional musicianshipThe difference between a musician and an entertainerPlaying to an audience of one — connecting personally at scaleDane playing guitar and bass simultaneouslyMake Me Love U — the recording process, Easter eggs, and spontaneous momentsReading a room and playing to the audienceWhat's coming — more music, the full album, and Bryan LawsonLINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONEDOpium Western — http://opiumwestern.comMake Me Love U — available on YouTubeWaxy O'Shea's, Branson Landing — the gig that started it allMansion Studios — recording studio used for Opium WesternChris Omardian — producer/engineer (son of Michael Omardian, Steely Dan)Penny Gilley — country artist, cousin of Mickey Gilley; Steve's early touring connectionBill Haley's Comets — Steve performed with original members in Branson Paul Lynde Halloween Special, 1976 — Steve's first Kiss experience The White Stripes / Jack White — inspiration for Dane's guitar and bass approachOpium Western:Dane Mulligan - vocals, guitarSteve Froese - drums, vocalsBryan Lawson - bassOpiumWestern.comFor Booking Info: (541) 399-6878 or [email protected] Western Radio produced in part by King Henrie Creative LLC.

No script. No filter. No five-minute limit on trouble. Opium Western Radio is where classic rock, cold drinks, and conversation collide. The Opium Western bandmates sit down and let it roll. No agenda. No green room prep. Just the kind of conversation that used to happen after the show, before everyone forgot to hit record. Expect music, opinions, cigars, the occasional argument, and a lot of laughing at things that probably shouldn't be funny. New episodes dropping regularly. Subscribe so you don't miss it.Opium Western:Dane Mulligan - vocals, guitarSteve Froese - drums, vocalsBryan Lawson - bassOpiumWestern.comFor Booking Info: (541) 399-6878 or [email protected] Western Radio produced in part by King Henrie Creative LLC.