Columbus Local
Each "COLUMBUS LOCAL" episode features discussion with primarily local Columbus Ohio based musicians, and provides first-hand accounts of background, adventures, stories, and inspirations. Occasionally, an episode will colour outside the lines and feature an interesting topic or person outside of the main podcast theme. Join me! The podcast host has produced and recorded original music. He has performed live music in the Columbus Ohio area since 2000. Samples of his music involvement can be heard here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/12poI1I7VUtDgLLJMBqxsf?si=GuloEZNwT2Wyx-ifun-YPA
Episodes
Quincy Ohio born, career Columbus Ohio Firefighter, Brian Weiskittle, opens 2026 with his insights and backstory. Many shout outs of appreciation along his musical journey include his "overhaul crew", Eric Gnezda, Alibi's, John McGill, "Murphy's Upstairs", Grove City, Anthony Clay, lots more, and the Truth. Brian has produced an original album, and plans an additional EP release in 2026! This episode is available wherever you liste...
Fellow Allegheny River Pittsburgh PA born, Patrick Buzzard, wraps up Columbus Local Podcast official 2026 end of year episode, 133. Patrick takes us through his MUSIC backstory with plenty of shout outs., including his time with bands "Saving Jane", "the incredible, awesome brothers", "the Buzzard Kings", "Hat Trick", "Mother Trucker". Patrick shares musical lessons, insights,and inspirations that include National and local souls t...
Bob Ras, Reggae Band based in Columbus Ohio was represented by drummer Nick Van Gundy and keyboardist/recorder Jordan Braunstein in episode 132. Many shoutouts in music and community pepper the backstory and sharing of culture and music influences.
This episode is available wherever you listen to your podcasts. Link to Spotify:
More info: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CUGkFgGvF/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Episode 131 - John Schwab, best known as the lead singer for the legendary band McGuffey Lane, but also a solo artist, studio owner, and lifelong producer of music. John talks about his inspirations and tells a few stories covering his music journey..... so far.
** This episode was recorded on 12.9.25, which also marks the date of the passing of Joe Morris, a Vietnam Veteran, lighting professional, and beloved friend.
Singer/Songwriter Patrick Thomas Bolich describes in his words his love and admiration toward Columbus based music ventures. Many shout, outs, and many.Insights from a true artist among us in Columbus Ohio.
LISTEN (at 1:25hr) Newly released SINGLE "That Look" performed by "Dirty Red Sunshine".
Columbus Ohio based guitarist Jeff DuMond stopped by with his wife Marie, and lays out his story and perspective in his blues/Rock based guitar style- Straight Up. . He is currently performing with cover band "The Players Club", and plans to continue to play guitar for the duration. This episode is available wherever you listen to your podcasts.
"The Clark Twins" delightfully take center stage and really share their story of music through various life filled moments of laughter, run away bride-times, single life , Olympic training gymnastics, Worthington Ohio, "The truth", Brian Kerr, tooth story at about 1:27, their new lease on rock filled music. More information at https://theclarktwinsband.com/home
Tim Farrel has been entertaining fans of all ages with his guitar and melodic vocals since his days at The Ohio State University. Often compared to James Taylor in both his playing and singing style, Tim has logged over 1,200 shows from coast to coast in the past 35 years.
His brand of singer-songwriter music spans over 5 decades from one hit wonders to tunes from mega artists and beyond. Tim has had the honor to share a stage with ...
Columbus Local Podcast - Episode #125 - Black Rebel Revival: Alan Kennedy, Jason Leavitt, Chris Mills - Columbus local rock band members throw down pranks and stories and tales of rock 'n' roll back in the day and present day. The band is excited about it's new single "Nine Lives" to be released any minute. This episode is available wherever you listen to your podcasts.
Columbus Ohio based bassplayer, songwriter, and producer shares his amazing background and passion for music in the style that only Steve Perakis can deliver: Abstract and entertaining. Many shoutouts pepper his music adventures that are shared in his words and arrangement. This episode is available wherever you listen to your podcasts.
More information on Steve Perakis and his music can be found here: https://www.woodensoul.co...
On 9.6.25, Columbus based band "Long Play" performs a Queen Tribute at Natalie's on 5th, and you can hear about it in episode 123 firsthand from the band's fabulous bassist: Mike Clark. Learn about Mike's background and fun times in music. This episode is available wherever you get your podcasts.
Several members of Columbus Ohio based band one7one stop in to throw down laughs, backstories, and insights to the 10.04.25 one7one Reunion show at Victory's on High Street. Listen as Jeffery Fisher, Kyle Hamm, Frank Aledia, and Shannon Smith trade insights and tales of shenanigans and music production. Numerous shoutouts pepper this bands genuine love for each other and the music that they make. This Columbus Local Podcast is avai...
He might not be rich, he might not be famous, but he is legendary. Episode #121, meet Delyn Christian, Kentucky ex-Pat, Tennessee Farm boy, bestie of John Schwab, husband to Ann and songwriter for (and from) life. Hear his stories, and magically… Some of his songs.
Vocalist Kelly Bowman describes the sophisticated precision metal of "HybridNation" and the band's most recent release of full CD "Bringers of the Dawn". Hear first hand about Kelly's musical background and perspective on music. A couple shout outs and admiration toward many that have worked with Kelly over her her years of performing live and recorded music. More information:
https://hybridnationrock.com/
Columbus, Ohio based Musician, Drummer and Bassist , Roark Maddern is currently involved in three local COLUMBUS space music efforts, and we learn about each of them. Roark is a born rhythm section, and he has an interesting backstory and an interesting story that goes with his name. This episode is available wherever you listen to your podcasts.
Columbus Ohio based musicians Steve Mitchell, Julie Neal, Beth Nuzum Cronenweth with your host as well as the ever fabulous Sally Mitchell spontaneously gather and reveal current music events, past stories , shoutouts, magic moments, and insights. This is a fabulous 2am first-hand account of post-social mayhem exposing thought provoking questions , tooth stories, Shout outs, 714, The Godz, insights on the upcoming Central Ohio Wome...
Columbus Ohio based musician/Bassist/guitarist Doug Turlo shares his fabulous music journey filled with great adventures. This is an interesting episode as the host first met and worked with Doug Turlo over 40 years ago from the date of this episode recording. He tells us tales of hos time with US Toys and his times in LA during the music boom of 80s and 90s Sunset Blvd. He also performed several projects with local drummer Keit...
Columbus Ohio based musicians Vocalist Ron Duncan and Bassist Marty Whalen met in 1978/79 and have been making music ever since -- and most of that time has been spent together. Two great musicians with great backgrounds and fun stories and many many shoutouts. Eavesdrop on these two great artists and friends discuss the importance of sharing music.
Always reaching and pushing the envelope, Columbus based guitarist and music arranger John Estep talks through his early days including his time with 80s alternative rock band "The Defectors". John's current projects include "Breaking Badfinger", "Jessie Blankenship Band" and "68 Stingray".
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