Iowa Music Podcast

On this episode, I discuss two talking points that have been weighing on my brain. First, is now the time to start a cover charge revolution in Iowa? Second, I give a detailed social media application rundown and why...

On this episode, I sit down with Cooper and Sam from Not Quite Brothers. Before our shows at Oktoberfest Adventureland, we talk the formation of their band, pros/cons of being a younger band, influences, what's next for...

Two good friends of mine join the podcast to talk about their fundraiser to help raise money for the Cedar Rapids area. It's called New Roots Grow and is the true definition of "music saves." Our great music community...

On this episode, I get to have a great chat with TC VanHooreweghe, the manager for B2wins. They are an amazing band and one of the most popular acts in the State. He tells us about the amazing origin story of the band...

Mike and AJ discuss the weird limbo world we live in. Is it ok to play shows? What should we be doing to ensure that the music business doesn't die? Why can't we all just get along? Someone give us the answers!

Episode #47- Nassor Cooper and Tim Frazier- "We Are Products Of Our Environment" by Iowa Music Podcast

Well, the governor lifted the restrictions on the remaining counties in Iowa, and many places are allowed to open. But who is allowed to open, what are the restrictions, will people go out and how does it affect...

Local venue owner Cale Henderson joins the podcast. The boys talk about how serious this is becoming for the music industry, especially locally, as well as how it's going to work as we tip-toe out of quarantine and into...

Episode #44- Mike, AJ and Dick Prall Ponder The Future of Music by Iowa Music Podcast

In the light of how serious the coronavirus pandemic is getting, Mike sat down in his kitchen and gave some thoughts about how it affects everyone in our music communities. He also talks about what you can do over the...

Jason Shadrick of Premier Guitar and The Bamboozlers joins the podcast. We discuss how he got involved with Premier Guitar, crazy stories about interviewing Brian May of Queen, Rush, Roger Waters, Conan O'Brien, hanging...

Ian Draves of Soul Sherpa and Birdchild joins the podcast. We discuss his musical upbringing, the different things he has learned from being in an original band and a cover band, how to make a living as a professional...

Mike and AJ are joined by Josh Misener of All But Screaming, JMB, Strays and Janey Rocket. Josh is one of the most respected vocalists and multi-instrumentalists in the Cedar Rapids area.

Mike and AJ have officially made the change. This podcast is now known as the Iowa Music Podcast. With our listenership picking up throughout the state, not just the Cedar Rapids area, we felt that the change was...

In maybe the most important episode of this podcast that we have done, Mike and AJ talk about mental health and self care as it relates to not only musicians and bands, but humans in general. The boys share some...