Author: Liz Webb

Tiny Hueman: Philly’s Newest Alt Rock Powerhouse

Liz Webb

For Philly-based five piece Tiny Hueman,
2017 has been a busy year. This year alone, the band fully solidified their lineup, released their first EP, Shallow, and played shows from Philadelphia to New York, including the first annual Philly Music Fest at the World Cafe Live this past September.

On November 24, Tiny Hueman released their sophomore EP, Drift, through New Noise Magazine. Experimenting with texture, instrumentation, and rhythm, Tiny Hueman successfully combines the brightness of indie rock with heavy alternative sounds. Dustin Miller and Vinny Vaccaro’s dynamic guitar riffs effortlessly blend with the driving rhythms of drummer Kevin Miller and bassist Josh Halberstadt, all rounded out by Richie Hollahan’s melodic and powerful vocal lines. Drift is an impressive work that establishes Tiny Hueman’s endurance in a densely packed Philadelphia music scene — just ask Circa Survive frontman Anthony Green.

Days before the release, Tiny Hueman stopped by The Music Room to perform in the WVUD lounge and talk with Liz about the new EP, their inspirations, and their collaboration and growth as a band.

Listen to the Interview

Tiny Hueman, recorded November 10, 2017, aired November 28, 2017.
34:33
66.3 MB

The Music

Artist Song Source
Tiny Hueman Hollowhead WVUD Session, November 10, 2017
Tiny Hueman Kate WVUD Session, November 10, 2017
Tiny Hueman Shallow WVUD Session, November 10, 2017
Tiny Hueman RIO WVUD Session, November 10, 2017
Tiny Hueman Stay Awake WVUD Session, November 10, 2017

Credits
Liz Webb: Producer, Host, Audio Engineer, Audio Editor, Web Page Author
Katie Mazur: Production Assistant
Sam O’Donnell: Production Assistant
Emily Webb: Production Assistant

The Forest View Movement

Liz Webb

With the groove of ’70s soul, the bite of southern blues, and the coolness of alternative rock, The Forest View Movement evoke a unique sound through their reimagined take on these genres. The New Jersey-based band stopped by The Music Room this week for a live performance in the WVUD lounge and spoke to Liz about their new music, their touring experience, and their inspirations.

The Forest View Movement’s unique sound comes from both the musical creativity of its members and their strong belief in collaboration. For vocalist and guitarist Zack Treusch, drummer Anthony Drzal, saxophonist Justin Drzal, and bassist Joe Reader, songwriting comes naturally when bandmates double as best friends. “Friends is, like, an understatement,” Justin explained. “It’s more like family at this point.”

 

Check out the link below to hear The Forest View Movement’s live performance and interview in the WVUD lounge.

Listen to the Interview

The Forest View Movement, recorded live November 3, 2017.
53:31
102.8 MB

The Music

Artist Song Source
Due to copyright restrictions, the podcast contains excerpts of some of the music heard during the broadcast of the interview.
The Forest View Movement Life on the Road WVUD Session, November 3, 2017
The Forest View Movement Won’t Stray WVUD Session, November 3, 2017
The Forest View Movement Long Run WVUD Session, November 3, 2017
The Forest View Movement The Queen WVUD Session, November 3, 2017
The Forest View Movement Use Me (Bill Withers cover) WVUD Session, November 3, 2017
The Forest View Movement Pretty Child WVUD Session, November 3, 2017

Credits
Liz Webb: Producer, Host, Audio Editor, Web Page Author
Richard Gordon: Producer, Audio Engineer
Katie Mazur: Production Assistant, Videographer

Tim Stafford

Liz Webb

On this episode of The Music Room, Mandorichard sits down with bluegrass guitarist Tim Stafford. This past September, Stafford released his third studio album, Acoustic Guitar.

Mandorichard and Stafford discuss his music, his teaching at two different universities, his guitar playing, and his band, Blue Highway, that he’s played with since 1994.

Listen to the interview below to learn more about the life and music of Tim Stafford.

Listen to the Interview

Tim Stafford, recorded live October 2, 2017
35:10
67.5 MB

About the Artist

Stafford is a renowned songwriter from Kingsport, Tennessee. Tim began playing guitar in the mid-1970s, and in 1994, formed his band Blue Highway. The band is one of the most decorated and influential in bluegrass history, having been nominated for 3 Grammy Awards, winning a Dove Award, and 30 IBMA Awards. In 2014 and 2017, the International Bluegrass Music Association named Stafford Songwriter of the Year. In addition to his music career, Tim has his PhD in History, and has taught courses at several colleges and universities.

The Music

    • Artist / Track / Album / Year
    • Tim Stafford / Wildwood Flower / Acoustic Guitar / 2017
    • Tim Stafford / Worry’s Like a Rockin’ Chair / Just to Hear the Whistle Blow / 2014
    • Tim Stafford / Janet’s Waltz / Acoustic Guitar / 2017

Credits
Richard Gordon: Producer, Audio Engineer, Host
Allison Delaney: Audio Editor
Liz Webb: Web Page Author