Columbus Local

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! Len Damico has most recently performed live music as guitarist with Columbus Ohio USA based local rock band, "Days Gone By". His self-produced original music can be heard here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/12poI1I7VUtDgLLJMBqxsf?si=GuloEZNwT2Wyx-ifun-YPA

Episodes

September 17, 2025 83 mins

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.

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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...

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September 6, 2025 75 mins

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.

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September 2, 2025 89 mins

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...

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August 23, 2025 66 mins

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.

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August 19, 2025 136 mins

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/

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August 13, 2025 77 mins

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.

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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...

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July 15, 2025 59 mins

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...

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July 8, 2025 102 mins

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.

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June 23, 2025 100 mins

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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June 3, 2025 76 mins

Columbus, Ohio based Musician, Chris Mills, takes us through his experiences with some of Columbus, Ohio's memorable bands including current projects, "Radio Tramps", "The Vague", and Is a Vocalist, bassist, drummer ..... he is accompanied on this episode by the official Neal peanut gallery participant.: Tiffany Bumgardner, with whom Chris shared many music experiences. Chris has quite the backstory, and shares why he's such an Edd...

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May 25, 2025 95 mins

Multi-instrumentalist, with primarily drums and percussion notoriety - uber skilled drummer grrl, Sarah Nicole, graciously shares her thoughts, story, and inspiration of live performance in the Columbus Ohio Area. Sarah is currently drummer for band "The Corrupted Hearts", and is an active member of the "Central Ohio Women Who Rock". Drop the Beat and groove to Sarah's latest musical activities -- she was nervous at the beginning a...

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May 19, 2025 57 mins

The amazing Brandon Anderson has been a wonderful creative force within Columbus Ohio and makes his (upcoming Friday night from this recording) full show debut with Columbus Ohio's "The Martini Affair" 5.23.25. Brandon takes us through all of the creative experiences that will pour into the "The Martini Affair". We felt like Brandon's just getting started, yet his creative journey throughout his life is multi-faceted and fun to lea...

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"The Frank Harrison Experience" walks down the street to visit this white collar conservative to produce Episode 111:

Stevie Ray Vaughan Tribute Returns to Central Ohio

After a 10-year hiatus, Frank Harrison is back to honor Stevie Ray Vaughan. The Frank Harrison Group, known for its popular annual tributes from 1992 to 2015, is reuniting with original drummer Dennis Carson and bassist Doug Cole for an electrifying performance.

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April 15, 2025 96 mins

Columbus Ohio based drummer Michael Wharton stops by with shout outs, stories, and much more.... Michael is currently the drummer for "The Lost Boys", and he also talks about his early bands and stories with "Ball and Chain" , "The Divide" , and his days performing at the Al Rosa Villa. His wife Laura joined MegaBeth's Beth for some additional insights.

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March 27, 2025 83 mins

Find out why 2025 is a special year for singer/songwriter/guitarist AJ Angelo, who is found every Friday night at Gatsby's Bar and Grill in Gahanna Ohio. This episode occurred courtesy of an endearing "The Neal" Peanut Gallery sole participant, Gabrielle A. Johnston. Among several national road tours, AJ is also a long-time performer at many Columbus Ohio area local music spots that include Buckeye Lake venues. AJ shares his exper...

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March 25, 2025 88 mins

Columbus Ohio based vocalist, bassist, and booking agent business man, Sam Collis, talks about the inner workings beginnings and inspirations that comprise his current band "TOAST". He also talks about his early inspirations and projects, including the Mullins band, and other jam oriented projects that have influenced his current product, "TOAST". More info: @ToastJamz

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March 18, 2025 53 mins

Columbus, Ohio based Bassplayer, Steve Conway, takes us through his Music backstory that includes several bands such as "The Kind", "Uncle Fester", "JJ Adams", and most recently "Astro Cat".

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March 15, 2025 18 mins

Special Guest episode features the post evening KYUSS listening night with JIMMY KING and LARZ RAYMOND ...... SoCal dessert tunes and fun dude time. Shout out to Brad Heston. Why? Cuz he ROCKS.

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