ASPFSP Posts
Episode 31: Neighbors to the North
Neighbors to the North start off the second season of A Sunny Place for Shady People and join Tommy Dubs, Mike McAfee, and DK talk about midwest people, the Dirty Sirens, the history of their band name, we discuss epic peaks, and play songs from their epic album. Sponsors: California Roots Festival – […]
Episode 30: Gift of Gab
Gift of Gab stops to chat with Tommy Dubs and DK before an epic show at Winston’s about his solo albums, the book “The Artist’s Way”, his writing process, and what it really means to be an artist. Episode Links: A big thanks to our epic sponsors: Gallagher’s Pub OB: http://www.gallagherspubob.com/ San Diego […]
Episode 29: Deadly Birds
Deadly Birds joins Tommy Dubs, Mike McAfee, DK, & special guest Jay, where we, for the first time, play their entire album, talk about the story behind the band Roses on Her Grave, and confirm that softball may not be “hip” but can bring a band together. Mike’s gear questions are finally answered. Tommy brings […]
Episode 28: 18-Pack Joe’s Dedication Playlist
18-Pack Joe makes a special appearance joining Tommy Dubs, Mike, and DK and gives us a new story about Dusty, his “special-lady-friend” Tammy Two Feathers, and dedicates some special songs to some special people. Make sure to call in to the hype line: 619-354-HYPE. And, go ahead and “give Joe a buck”. Sponsors (please […]
Episode 27: Katastro
The guys from Katastro join Tommy Dubs, Mike, and DK to compare band vans, EPs vs. albums, and they play some live tunes. Sponsors: (Make sure to tell them you heard about them on the podcast!) San Diego Clone Conservatory: http://sdcloneconservatory.org/ Gallagher’s Irish Pub Ocean Beach: http://gallagherspubob.com/ Dogfish Head Craft Brewed Ales: http://www.dogfish.com/ Make […]
Episode 26: Teddy Wigler
Teddy Wigler, the talent buyer for Winston’s in OB, joins Tommy Dubs, Mike McAfee, and DK with unreal OB stories, why local cops are your friends, tells the story of some banned bands, and “bat day”. Sponsors: San Diego Clone Conservatory: http://sdcloneconservatory.org/ Don’t forget to get your tickets to California Roots Music and Arts […]
Episode 25: Passafire
Passafire joins Tommy Dubs live from the Griffin to chat about the evolution of the band members, touring with their unique sound coming from Savannah, Georgia, playing the keytar, and they play a couple of epic acoustic tracks live. Episode Links: Passafire Website: http://www.passafiretheband.com/ Passafire Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/passafire Jimkata: http://www.jimkata.com/ Bad Rabbits: https://www.facebook.com/BadRabbits Sponsor Links: Gallagher’s […]
Episode 24: Clint from Whiskey Avengers and Tino
Clint Westwood (from Whiskey Avengers and the Language Arts Crew) joins Tommy Dubs, Mike, and DK to talk about Chuck Berry’s habits, watch some videos, and Clint plays the banjo on a couple of live songs. Tino sits in to add his “insight”. Ras Lionel and Digital Dave each make a real brief cameo. […]
Episode 23: BB from Slightly Stoopid
BB, tour and production manager of Slightly Stoopid, joins Tommy Dubs, Mike, and DK to chat about touring with Slightly Stoopid, always maintaining creative control, and interesting border crossings. 18 Pack Joe gets himself in a bit of trouble too. Episode Links: Slightly Stoopid: http://slightlystoopid.com/home Silverback Artist Management: http://www.silverbackmusic.net/ Quincy Mumford: http://www.quincymumford.com/ Gallagher’s Irish […]
Episode 22: Al Howard
Al Howard joins Tommy Dubs, Mike McAfee, and DK to chat about his multiple projects (including The Black Sands, The Heavy Guilt, and many others), working in a record store, opening for Fishbone, learning about his musical and influential family member. The Heavy Guilt: http://www.facebook.com/theheavyguilt The Black Sands: http://www.facebook.com/theblacksands Links: Website: http://www.aspfsp.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ASunnyPlaceForShadyPeople Instagram: […]
Episode 21: Brothers Gow
Brothers Gow joins Tommy Dubs, Mike, and DK where they talk about living together as a band, Mike explains the excitement of the John Williams concert, and the band plays an epic acoustic song including some Pink Floyd. Don’t miss them at Gallagher’s in OB this New Year’s Eve. Episode Links: Brothers Gow Site: […]
Episode 20: Jody Wood from Revenge Death Ball
Jody Wood from Revenge Death Ball and Old Devil join Tommy Dubs and DK to chat about music, forming the band, and old Outlaw Country . Mike is off doing nerdy things (John Williams concert) while 18 Pack Joe is finally back from the clink. Don’t miss Revenge Death Ball playing on Thursday, December 20th at […]
Episode 19: The Burning of Rome
The Burning of Rome joins Tommy Dubs, Mike McAfee, and DK and chat about the craziest video shoot ever, a bit of band history, five questions with Frank, and the smartest way to not fall asleep driving. Be sure to check out the links below to for more The Burning of Rome content and our […]
Episode 18: Zen Robbi
Zen Robbi comes in to talk with Tommy Dubs, Mike McAfee, and DK about their band, Micah Brown, Josh Fischel, a little politics, a little weather, and Frank the plumber asks some questions. Zen Robbi: http://zenrobbi.com/ Micah Brown: http://micahbrownmusic.com/ Little Hurricane: http://www.littlehurricanemusic.com/ Josh Fischel and the Fiction: http://www.facebook.com/JoshFischelTheFiction Gallagher’s OB: http://www.gallagherspubob.com/ Dogfish Head Ale: http://www.dogfish.com/ SD […]
Episode 17: Piracy
Local dancehall sensation, Piracy, joins Tommy Dubs, Mike McAfee, and DK for a brief warning about the the Masons, a story of how she started, her first days working with Tommy, we create a little more drama, and talk about dealing with haters. Piracy Conspiracy: www.facebook.com/pages/Piracy-Conspiracy/150470671730302 My Life (Why Lie) Piracy Meets Tommy Dubs: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBm-FzL-FAo&feature=player_embedded […]
Episode 16: Jamie from The Madero Group
Jamie from The Madero Group joins Tommy Dubs, Mike McAfee, and DK to talk about managing his bands, various electronic music genres, Dubstep, Trap, Glitch-hop, and Frank the Plumber pipes in. The Madero Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/themaderogroup Ana Sia: http://www.facebook.com/#!/anasiamusic Mike Pinto Band: http://www.facebook.com/#!/TheMikePintoBand Ocean Beats: http://www.facebook.com/#!/obeats Links: Website: http://www.aspfsp.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ASunnyPlaceForShadyPeople Instagram: @aspfsp Twitter: @aspfsp Listen […]
Episode 15: Brian and Aaron from SYNRGY
Brian and Aaron from SYNRGY join Tommy Dubs, Mike McAfee, and DK to chat about the water in Ashland, getting to huge festivals, Frank makes his intro, and the band is finally able to answer our question about which up-and-coming bands caught their ear. SYNRGY: http://www.facebook.com/synrgyreggae Gallagher’s Pub OB: http://www.gallagherspubob.com/ San Diego Clone Conservatory: http://sdcloneconservatory.org/ […]
Episode 13: Aaron from Warsaw and Clint from the Whiskey Avengers
Brace yourself for this one — Aaron Poland from Warsaw, Clint from the Whiskey Avengers, and 18 Pack Joe join Tommy Dubs, Mike, and DK for a podcast that….well….hmmm….not too sure how to….let’s just say we were pretty hungover the next morning. Whiskey Avengers: http://whiskeyavengers.com/ Warsaw: http://www.facebook.com/warsawpolandbros Links: Website: http://www.aspfsp.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ASunnyPlaceForShadyPeople Instagram: @aspfsp Twitter: […]
Episode 12: Jonny Wagon from Behind the Wagon
Jonny Wagon joins Tommy Dubs, Mike McAfee, and Doug Kunnath talk about rock and roll, his journey to southern California, Joe Strummer, and the story behind meeting Nick Bone. Ras Lionel gives a weather report and 18 Pack Joe calls in to the HYPE line. (619-354-HYPE) Behind the Wagon: www.facebook.com/pages/Behind-The-Wagon/209844429102 Links: Website: http://www.aspfsp.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ASunnyPlaceForShadyPeople […]
Episode 11: Ed Decker
Ed Decker joins Tommy Dubs, Mike McAfee, and Doug Kunnath to talk about his writing career, Bands on the Run (again!), we give a public service announcement, and he finally gets a chance to redeem himself for Jesse Egan’s story about him from Episode 7. Also, check out his upcoming podcast, “Sordid Tales Podcast” with […]
Episode 10: Miles Doughty and OG from Slightly Stoopid
Miles Doughty and OG from Slightly Stoopid join Tommy Dubs, Mike McAfee, and Doug Kunnath in the A Sunny Place for Shady People studio to discuss Slightly Stoopid, touring, icons, influences, and a little bit of San Diego politics. Slightly Stoopid: www.slightlystoopid.com Links: Website: http://www.aspfsp.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ASunnyPlaceForShadyPeople Instagram: @aspfsp Twitter: @aspfsp Listen and Subscribe: iTunes: […]
Episode 9: Josh Fischel
Josh Fischel joins Tommy Dubs, Mike McAfee, and Doug Kunnath to talk about his current band (Josh Fischel and the Fiction), his past bands (including Bargain Music), and road stories from touring with and filming Sublime. Links: Website: http://www.aspfsp.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ASunnyPlaceForShadyPeople Instagram: @aspfsp Twitter: @aspfsp Listen and Subscribe: iTunes: ASPFSP on iTunes Stitcher: ASPFSP on […]
Episode 8: Matt Brein from Bargain Music
Matt Brein, bassist from Bargain Music, Mike Pinto Band, and Stucky, visits the studio to chat with Tommy Dubs, Mike McAfee, and Doug Kunnath. They talk about the Tucson days, Bobo, Argentina, the days of touring before smart phones, old vans, Todd (mudflap), and we play tunes through the first iPod ever. Links: Website: http://www.aspfsp.com […]