Anywhere The Needle Drops

May Erlewine is another example of the best in Michigan music and has long been on Justin’s interview wishlist. He and May sit down in the green room of the Acorn Theater in Three Oaks before a recent show. They discuss how her new album, What It Takes, is both a return to a past self and a stretch of her current self. Check out the latest single from the new album, Creature, before the interview. Special thanks to The Acorn Theater for allowing us to record at the theater, as well as all of their support for Red Chuck Productions. included song: Creature official websites: mayerlewine.com patreon.com/mayerlewine mayerlewine.bandcamp.com Instagram: @‌may_erlewine Facebook: @‌mayerlewinemusic YouTube: @‌MayErlewineMusic Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio

Abbie Thomas is back on AtND, this time with her band The Crazy Hearts and special guest, Corey Ronell! The team joined us for a fantastic evening in Theory One Studios for another AtND Live!  You'll get to hear two tracks from that studio session, as well as a short interview with Abbie. I highly recommend checking out the videos of each song (links below), as Charles Nelson of On Base Productions (not to mention Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions) did an amazing job of capturing the magic in the room: Not Gonna Lie- Abbie Thomas & The Crazy Hearts (featuring Corey Ronell) Till My Last Breath- Abbie Thomas & The Crazy Hearts   official website: https://abbiethomasmusic.com/ Instagram, TikTok, YouTube: @‌abbiethomasmusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialabbiethomas Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions   Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio

Robert Rolfe Feddersen has been rocking audiences since the 90s, first with his high school band turned career group (not to mention Metallica endorsed) LOUDMOUTH and with his most recent solo work. Along with his partner, Terri Ann, we hung out at the Red Chuck Studio talk about music, craft beer, and Robert’s work with the late, great producer, Steve Albini. included song: I Like That Rock N Roll official website(s): robertrolfefeddersen.com Instagram: @‌robert_rolfe_feddersen Facebook: @‌RRFeddersen Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio As Discussed: Burn ‘Em Brewing Drive-By Truckers Jason Isbell Chicago English Bulldog Rescue Bare Hands Brewery Electrical Audio

Made You A Mix Weekly Virtual Mix Tape: February 21st, 2025   The playlist (available on Apple Music, Spotify, Tidal, & YouTube): Be (Intro)- Common Open Road Song- Even 6 The Swimming Song- Loudon Wainwright III Music Is Worth Living For- Andrew WK Mekong- The Refreshments   My chat with Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions says the rest.

Justin Wells might refer to himself as a bit cantankerous, but his music is all about the feels. Heart music, he calls it. Justin has been a friend of the Red Chuck family since nearly the beginning, so it was awesome to check back in and chat about his new album inspired by his wife and how he has grown and evolved over the course of his career and as a human. We talk about finding and sharing the truth in creativity and the healing and fellowship of art and music. Cynthiana comes out February 20th, on his wife’s birthday. included song: Up There with the Angels official website: justinwellsmusic.com Instagram: @‌justinwellsmusic Facebook: @‌justinwellsmusic YouTube: @‌justinwellsmusic Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio As Discussed: Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers The OA Bee Taylor Crazy Heart Moonlight Mile Dr. John Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle Casey Campbell Our Lady Peace Dance S

What exactly is a “live visual mix tape”? Local artist Action Adam is in the Red Chuck Studio to lay it all out. We discuss Adam’s evolution from physical making mix tapes to these amazing live events featuring live bands, video, projections, light, and more. We hear about the inspiration, both light and dark, for the work and we celebrate the joy of physical media and liner notes. Adam’s next event takes place on April 19th at 5pm at LangLab in South Bend. And mark your calendars for the extra special show on July 26th at Stockroom East. Check out a preview of the April show below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5FdcYkErN0 Instagram: @‌actionaddam YouTube: @‌remixtheweb Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio As Discussed: Alice Phoebe Lou Dance Society Rebel Noire Stockroom East Lens Lounge Lune Jagalchi Joe Baughman Ecso

Amber and Nate of Goshen’s Shiny Shiny Black return to the Red Chuck Studio to rerecord after 2024’s lost episode. We dig into their discovery of art and creativity, Nate’s early drum “kit” of books and broken sticks, and learning about music from church and hippies. included song: Stranger In My Own Town official website(s): https://shinyshinyblack.com/ https://linktr.ee/shinyshinyblack Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shiny_shiny_black Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShinyShinyBlack/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ShinyShinyBlack Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions Microphones provided by Earthworks Audio

We're dropping this one a little late due to the holiday crunch of recent weeks. Russ and Andrew of the post-rock project Jagalchi visit the Red Chuck Studio to chat about their wide and wonderful sounds. We dig into the formation of band, Midwest magic, and share lots of love for Goshen and the local support of art and music. included song: Before The Hunters Became The Hunted official website: https://jagalchi.bandcamp.com Instagram: @‌jagalchimusic Facebook: @‌jagalchimusic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFY8G6b8vesa6FB3GDAkOfQ Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions As Discussed: David Wirsig Music Goshen Brewing Elephant Bar Goshen River Bend Film Festival Float Fest Common Spirits Venturi Pizza Goshen Guitar Works  

In honor of the return of The Crane Wives last week, we decided to dig into the archives for our 2016 sit down with the band, backstage at The Livery in Benton Harbor. included song: The Hand That Feeds, Sleeping Giants (after interview) official websites: thecranewives.com keychain.club/thecranewives patreon.com/thecranewives Instagram: @‌thecranewives TikTok: @‌thecranewives Facebook: @‌thecranewives YouTube: @‌thecranewives Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions

Emilee Petersmark and Dan Rickabus of the Crane Wives return to Anywhere The Needle Drops! They bring us news of their upcoming tour, celebrating the recent release of their latest album, Beyond Beyond Beyond. Catch a track from the album and then dive into the discussion about the band’s evolution and the exploration of new sounds and risk-taking, thanks to their loyal fanbase. Also discussed: Emilee’s art, concept albums, and upcoming Michigan winter activities. included song: Time Will Change You official websites: thecranewives.com keychain.club/thecranewives patreon.com/thecranewives Instagram: @‌thecranewives TikTok: @‌thecranewives Facebook: @‌thecranewives YouTube: @‌thecranewives Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions As Discussed: The Accidentals, Lindsay Lou, Patty Pershayla, The Intersection, Major Labels: A History of Popular Music in Seven Genres- Kelefa Sanneh, Rebecca Green Illustrator & Author

Join us as Reminisce.X returns to give us an AtND Live! performance and to chat about working as a producer, scoring film, and local music. Instagram: @‌reminiscewithme Facebook: @‌reminisce.x Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/reminiscex Homegrown Hype (Facebook/Instagram): @Homegrownhype Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions

After making a random musical discovery during his journey to Ireland, Justin has been digging into the works of actor, director, writer, and singer/songwriter, Anna Louise Bramlett, particularly her 2023 album, I Promise I’m Happy. Anna Louise joins Justin to discuss her 2024 singles, the themes and experiences behind the 2023 album, and the balance between storytelling and autobiography in art. included song: If I Weren’t An Ocean official website: annalouisebramlett.com Instagram: @‌annalouisebramlett TikTok: @‌annalouisemusic YouTube: @‌annalouisebramlett Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions As Discussed: sarahkinsleymusic.com TikTok: Reading Old Texts Post Breakup dancesocietysocialclub.com  

HeyZeus returns to Anywhere The Needle Drops for a live session at Theory One Studios! official links: https://fanlink.tv/Endzone Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyzeusxx/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cutestrapper Design work: https://www.cutelikezeus.net/ https://www.instagram.com/cutelikezeus/ Homegrown Hype: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhype/ https://www.facebook.com/Homegrownhype South Bend Don’t Break: https://www.instagram.com/southbenddontbreak/ Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions

Patrick, Brett, Nathaniel, AKA Lune the Band (or ltb, as the kids say) visit the Red Chuck Studio to chat about their upcoming new album (their 4th studio album and the 3rd in the Ship Series.) They dive into the evolution of Lune and the healing & connecting power of music, AKA the gospel in 4/4 time. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions about physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, including against children, as well as discussions of suicide. Please take care in listening. You are loved. I love you. Help is always available at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988 or online at https://988lifeline.org. included song: Indiana official website(s): linktr.ee/lunetheband lunetheband.bandcamp.com Instagram: @‌lunetheband Facebook: @‌Lunetheband YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO_fWbQq0lf1Q6VG05rAHmA Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions

We’re back! Justin returns from his Ireland adventures just in time to welcome On The Lash, a traditional Irish band based in Kalamazoo. John and Joel virtually join him in the Red Chuck Studio to discuss the resurgence and ongoing growth of traditional Irish culture, as well as the transition to working as a full time musician. included song: Dog In The Distance official website(s): onthelashband.com Instagram: @‌onthelashbandofficial Facebook: @‌onthelashbandofficial YouTube: @‌onthelashbandofficial Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions

Patty PerShayla & The Mayhaps are bringing the rock to the Red Chuck Studio. Patty, Lucas Powell, and Dave Hempstead join Justin to discuss their current tour and what’s in store for the future of the band. They attempt to identify next big music city, talk about what they’re playing in the tour car, and honor the magic of Bop It!. Catch their current tour, including plenty of Michigan shows: https://www.pattypershayla.com/tour included song: I Want It Faster official website(s): https://www.pattypershayla.com/ https://pattypershayla.bandcamp.com Instagram: @‌pattypershayla Facebook: @‌PattyPerShayla YouTube: @‌PattyPerShayla Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions

The Erly are back with us to do an AtND Live! The band performs in-studio, giving us a sneak peak at two new songs, and hangs out to discuss their upcoming "accidental" new album, Salem Nights. Pre-order Salem Lights now and get ready for the album release show coming up on Friday, September 6th in downtown Niles! included songs: 55 On The Other Side, Reading The Call  official website: https://theerlyband.com/ Instagram: @‌theerlyband Facebook: @‌theerlyband YouTube: @TheErly Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions

Isaac Fisher and the two Evans (Judson & Krabill) of BEE! The Band, along with Spike the Cat, hang out in the Red Chuck Studio. We dig into who gets each letter in the band name, BEE! themed merchandise, as well as how their varied skills and backgrounds combine to create the fun and joy of their music. We also get a late visit by drummer Birch Baer by phone. included song: Dandelion Man official website(s): https://beetheband.com https://linktr.ee/beetheband https://wearebee.bandcamp.com Instagram: @‌bee.the.band Facebook: @‌WeAreBEEtheBand YouTube: @‌beetheband TikTok: @‌bee.the.band Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions

It’s the debut of AtND Live! Multi-instrumentalist musician Eli Kahn and I hole up with Paul Klimson in Theory One Studios, just a short walk down the hill from the Red Chuck Studio, where Eli delivered an amazing musical performance, followed by a chat on the couch about his current Michigan tour and life as a full-time independent musician. included song: PIXY STIX official website(s): elikahnmusic.com linktr.ee/elikahnmusic afteroursband.bandcamp.com sugarbomb.band soundcloud.com/sugarbombjazz linktr.ee/orangemoonmusic secretmillionaire.bandcamp.com Instagram: @‌elikahnmusic @‌afteroursband @‌sugarbombjazz @‌orange.moon.music @‌secret_milli Facebook: @‌elikahnmusic @‌afteroursband @‌orangemoonmusic YouTube: @‌afteroursband @‌sugarbombjazz Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions

Bri, Tony, Bryan, and Cody bring tales of their pop punk adventures in Michiana to the Red Chuck Studio. They discuss how their varied experience levels and influences (pop, folk, death metal!) mix and harmonize to create musical magic, including how the elder members of the band work to guide and bring success to the younger members. Vote for Stay Nameless for America’s Next Top Hitmaker: https://tophitmaker.org/2024/stay-nameless included song: TeddyBear Murder official website(s): https://staynameless.bandzoogle.com/home https://linktr.ee/staynameless Instagram: @‌staynameless_band Facebook: @‌stay.nameless TikTok: @‌staynameless_band YouTube: @‌staynameless Theme music by Hero Jr. Sound and production by Paul Klimson of Theory One Productions