Author Archives: mbodayle
Socially Distanced Concerts Come to Music City
While we all continue to cope with the pandemic and learn to apply some common sense to our behavior, we have evolved to a state where some things we once avoided are now conducted within new parameters. By now, many of us have returned to our workplaces and are eating out at restaurants while keeping […]
Great Forgotten Records: Rank and File – “Sundown”
In the third installment of great records that you may have missed, let’s take a look at the 1982 LP from Rank and File’s debut LP “Sundown.” This Austin band were in the forefront of the Cowpunk movement and featured singing brothers Chip & Tony Kinman as well as Alejandro Escovedo on guitar. Watch and […]
11 Questions to a Nashville Musician: Eddie Heinzelman
Two things that I am thankful for are that Eddie Heinzelman made his way to Nashville and that I have finally discovered him. I get my leads for this space in all kinds of ways, and Eddie was brought to my attention by a friend who is one of his guitar students. Eddie is just […]
Ranking Records—The 10 Best LPs of 1982
1982 was another easy year for me to pick my fave LPs although I did a Nigel Tufnel and had to take it to eleven! You will see some of my favorite artists repeat which was hard to avoid since they released some amazing stuff giving me no choice. However, there are some new faces […]
11 Questions to a Nashville Musician: Bella White
Now let’s not forget that Nashville still produces some of the best traditional Bluegrass music around. And the latest that you need to sit back and curl up to comes from young Bella White who has just released her debut LP, “Just Like Leaving” that she successfully Kickstarted. Listen to the smooth picking and singing […]
Ranking Records—The Ramones
Wow! This was a tough but fun one for me to get through. The Ramones were a band that I initially had zero interest in, but eventually learned to love. This oversight sure cost me the chance to see a lot of live shows back in the day, although I did see this one at […]
11 Questions to a Nashville Musician: Jennafer Lynsey
Photo by Jessica Ahrens Wow! In just a short time, Music City singer-songwriter Jennafer Lynsey’s new single “Click” has had over a quarter-million Spotify streams. Give this fun and fresh-sounding Pop Country tune a listen here! Earlier this year, Jennafer released her debut EP “Sensitive.” The records charts need be ready for this young lady […]
Looking for Records – Grimey’s – Nashville, TN
Music City Mike visits his favorite home town record store–the legendary Grimey’s. See what this must-visit store looks like and see what he brings home. And please hit those buttons below the video to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE.
11 Questions to a Nashville Musician: Blount Floyd (Great Peacock)
Photo by Harrison Hudson (Blount Floyd in rear) If Americana / Southern Rock bands are your thing, then I’m sure you know about Music City-based Great Peacock. If not, it’s time to discover the hard-working trio of front man / guitarist Andrew Nelson, bass player Frank Keith IV, and today’s subject, guitarist / harmony vocalist […]
Looking for Records – Central Square Records – Seaside FL
Music City Mike takes a break while on vacation and goes record shopping at Central Square Records in Seaside FL – location for “The Truman Show” movie. Watch to see this cool shop on the beach and what he buys. And please hit those buttons below the video to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE.
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