S1E01: The Jump Off

Welcome back to the Puget Sounds Podcast! In our seventh episode, hosts Ryan Leaf and Gary Nakanelua dive into a variety of engaging topics, perfect for music enthusiasts and pop culture fans. Record Store Day Highlights: Discussing the treasures found during the two recent Record Store Days, including vinyl releases from Tyler Childers, Post Malone, Art Tatum, Brother Jack McDuff, and Pearl Jam. Ryan Leaf shares his jazz collection additions and the unique Record Store Day experience in Spokane. Local and Live Music Events: Exciting upcoming concerts in the Pacific Northwest, including the Avett Brothers, Cage the Elephant, and Gregory Alan Isakov. Ryan Leaf and Gary Nakanelua reminisce about memorable concert experiences at iconic venues like Red Rocks and the Ryman Auditorium. In Memoriam: Paying tribute to the late Steve Albini, the legendary engineer behind iconic albums from Nirvana, Pixies, and more. Music Industry News: Analyzing the heated Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake rap battle, discussing the implications and lyrical prowess on display. Reflecting on the crossover of artists into country music, featuring Post Malone’s Stagecoach performance and Beyonce’s foray into country. Personal Stories and Insights: Ryan Leaf's impromptu Hawaiian jam session with Weird Al Yankovic's guitarist. The importance of supporting local artists through physical media purchases in the streaming age. Join us for a lively discussion on the latest in music, local events, and cultural insights. Don’t miss out on the passionate banter and deep dives into the world of music. Catch us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. For show notes and more, visit our website.

Hosts Ryan Leaf and Gary Nakanelua discuss the 50th anniversary of hip-hop in this episode of the Puget Sounds Podcast. They share their recent crate-digging finds, including records from Don Shirley, Public Enemy, and James Brown. The hosts also discuss the recent 50th-anniversary concert, highlighting Lauryn Hill, Common, T.I., Snoop Dogg, Slick Rick, and Run DMC performances. They discuss artists for those exploring hip-hop, including Jurassic 5, A Tribe Called Quest, DJ Premier, Outkast, and Wu-Tang Clan. Ryan shares an interesting experience with Redman. Catch the playlist with all the songs mentioned in this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6CQYkyh4PsFaqKqrbP8FMH?si=8fa5663202444454 You can watch the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop concert on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgGyYGPTXCg&ab_channel=MassAppeal. Shout outs KEXP's 50 Years of Hip-Hop podcast - https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/50-years-of-hip-hop/ Flying Spiders - http://www.theflyingspiders.com/ Richard Bravo - https://www.instagram.com/richbravoart/?hl=en

In this episode of the Puget Sounds Podcast, hosts Ryan Leaf and Gary Nakanelua continue their interview with Andy Orozco, an internationally recognized multi-instrumentalist from the Puget Sound area. Andy discusses his journey in the music industry, including his success on mp3.com and collaborating with a producer for international licensing. He shares his creative process and passion for scoring movies, finding inspiration in composers like Danny Elfman. The conversation also explores the therapeutic aspect of music and its ability to connect with people. The hosts then shift the discussion to their experiences with the grunge music scene in the Puget Sound area, reminiscing about favorite bands and memorable concerts. You can listen to Andy's music on Spotify here.

In this episode of the Puget Sound Podcast, hosts Gary Nakanalua and Ryan Leaf are joined by musician Andy Orosco. They discuss recent news in the music industry, including the deaths of Sinead O'Connor and Tony Bennett. They also discuss recent record store finds and share their favorite jazz artists. Andy shares his music journey, from piano lessons to discovering jazz drumming. The hosts and Andy discuss the freedom and creativity of jazz music compared to classical music. About The Guest:Andy Orosco is an internationally known and recognized musician from the Puget Sound area. He is a multi-instrumentalist with a focus on drums and piano. Andy has been published in eight countries and appeared on shows like "Proof Positive" and "30 Rock." He has also released four albums on Spotify. Key Takeaways: Sinead O'Connor and Tony Bennett's deaths have had a significant impact on the music industry. Taylor Swift's recent concert in Seattle drew a lot of attention and had a seismic impact. Andy Orosco's journey in music started with piano lessons and led him to jazz drumming. Jazz music offers more freedom and creativity compared to classical music.

In this podcast episode, Ryan Leaf and Gary Nakanelua interview Matt Miniken and Jordan Danly, founders of Right Here Right Now Radio. Ryan shares his discovery of artist Robert Finley and his new single produced by Dan Auerbach. Gary talks about the song "Rocky Top" and pays tribute to Bobby Osborne. They also discuss their recent record store finds, including an album by Ben Harper. Matt Miniken explains his motivation for starting the radio station and highlights local bands he enjoys. Jordan discusses his involvement in marketing. The episode concludes with a discussion on finding live music and upcoming episodes. Timestamps: [00:01:39] Ryan discusses the new artist Robert Finley and his single "What Goes Around" produced by Dan Auerbach. Give it a listen here. [00:04:01] Gary talks about the song "Rocky Top" and its popularity, as well as the recent passing of Bobby Osborne of The Osborne Brothers, who popularized it. [00:07:49] Gary shares his recent vinyl acquisitions at Amoeba Music, including Journey's album "Escape," Metallica's album with the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra, and the debut album from rap supergroup Mount Westmore. He also talks about former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted's hazing when joining the band. [00:11:57] Matt & Jordan, founders of RHRN Radio, discuss the reasons behind starting the radio station and the difficulty of finding local music. [00:12:12] Matt talks about creating playlists of local bands and the inspiration to start a radio station to promote them. [00:16:26] Matt explains that diversity and personal taste are important factors in selecting artists for the radio show. [00:22:10] Matt shares how they find new music by subscribing to venue websites and listening to bands' music. [00:22:51] Ryan thanks Matt and Jordan from RHRN Radio for highlighting local music in the Puget Sound area.

In this special episode, hosts Ryan Leaf and Gary Nakanelua talk with Ryan "RC" Crowther, founder of the Everett Music Initiative, and Scott Pattison, chairman of the Cruzin' to Colby car show, about music, the Everett community, and the upcoming Clint Black concert at Boxcar Park.

It's the Puget Sounds Podcast jump-off! In the first episode of the season, hosts Ryan Leaf and Gary Nakanelua talk a bit about music news, their recent crate-digging adventures, why vinyl is such an important medium, and what to expect this season. Check out the show notes here.

Coming in June 2023 is the Puget Sounds podcast! Get ready to dive into Seattle's vibrant music scene, vinyl culture, and captivating stories from local artists.