Making Noise with Todd Johnson

ANNOUCEMENT: DECEMBER 21ST at The Evening Muse - Late Night Love Therapy by Todd Johnson and the Revolvers album release party and send-off show! Make sure to get your tickets now at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/todd-johnson-release-party-send-off-show-tickets-1075907280639?aff=odwdwdspacecraft. On today's episode we have the Mighty Jay Connor! Discussions of the different time zones of east coast and west coast as well as the album release show coming up. Then, the release of AlgoRhythm premieres at the end of this episode, so don't miss out! AlgoRhythm features these Revolvers: Dan Hood on Guitar and Music Producer Freddy "Huggy Bear" Dunlap on drums Anna Stadlman on Bass Phillip Howe on Piano Brad Wilcox on Trumpet and Horn Composition Tim Gordon on Saxophone Todd Johnson on Vocals and Vocoder

Welcome back, and hear the first song from the Therapy Sessions! Plus, updates about the most important food group TACOS! Also, why you have to find balance in everything. 'Cause being too soft or being too hard is boring, so be both at the same time. What does that even mean?! Listen to find out. Happy Sunday everyone.

WOW! Two years. Now, in a completely different life (not totally) stranded in the Pacific ocean, but why now? Well, for 10 episodes, I will hopefully show the worth of bringing back one of my personally favorite things I've ever done (other than eat great tacos, which is brought up in this episode) but there is a new album coming out, Late Night Love Therapy, which has been a massive project featuring musicians from all over Charlotte NC. If I think about past episodes of of this podcast, off the top of the 'ol dome I can think of 3 of our former guests who were featured, as well as an explination for why the fantastic Jay Connor is not on the show, as well as some explaning of what this album is. Thank you for listening to part 1, and why Late Night Bands are so important (whether you spell them Late Night or Late Nite) as well as why the Charlotte music scene is just.....beyond. fucking. cool. Stay classy Queen City. I can't wait to see you December 21st at the Evening Muse. Stay tuned to 10 new tunes, including the intro to the one and only....The Late Nite Band.   -T

http://www.begoodtoyourselfmusic.com We're Back! For a great talk with Old House Studios owner Chris Garges. We recorded the show in the live room of the studio to talk to Chris about one of his many projects, "Be Good To Yourself", a new 60+ musician collaborative album released for the charity initiative to provide underinsured music industry professionals access to mental health care and substance abuse counseling services. We also talk about the ins and outs of studio business, microphones, and why John Bonham is the GOAT.  Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson https://www.instagram.com/toddajohnson/ Jay Connor https://www.instagram.com/jay_connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com

From the Katie Black Show, it's Katie Black! Jay & Todd talk to the podcast host of the same name about her time growing up in Charlotte, her move to Florida, and why she's so obsessed with 90's pop culture on her show. Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson https://www.instagram.com/toddajohnson/ Jay Connor https://www.instagram.com/jay_connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com

Good friend of the show and content creator Mark Borja is on today. Mark is a master photographer/videographer based in Charlotte, NC as well as runs the non-profit Save A Nut, an organization that raises awareness about testicular cancer. We also figure out why he loves Fresca so damn much. Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson https://www.instagram.com/toddajohnson/ Jay Connor https://www.instagram.com/jay_connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com

FRI JULY 23RD! Get your tickets to see Mike Ramsey and the 5 Ensemble with Courtney Lynn & Quinn at Stage Door Theater AND Todd Johnson & The Revolvers with Deaf Andrews at Snug Harbor! If you come to the Snug Harbor show your Mike Ramsey ticket to the TJ&R Merch booth, you'll get some free swag! So come to both shows, tickets below: Mike Ramsey & The 5 Ensemble with Courtney Lynn & Quinn Tickets Here Todd Johnson & The Revolvers with Deaf Andrews Tickets Here Some of our favorite people Courtney Lynn & Quinn are on the show today, and we're ecstatic. They perform for us a song of their last EP for us, tell us the process of their new song released this week "Reminiscing", and take a deep dive into how to treat Joe Walsh at a wedding. Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson https://www.instagram.com/toddajohnson/ Jay Connor https://www.instagram.com/jay_connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com

It was amazing to have the conversation we had today with the Uber-talented Trekas Sims. From being a talented singer, dancer, and songwriter, he also was a member of the mid 2000's group "ATL". We talk about his start as a performer in high school, getting signed to a major label by 18, all the way to touring with R. Kelly. Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson https://www.instagram.com/toddajohnson/ Jay Connor https://www.instagram.com/jay_connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com

RnB/Soul singer Søelle is on the show today and shows off an acoustic version of her new single "Want Me, Too" with our own Jay Connor on Saxophone! We discuss everything from willing your way into your work, her early career and upbringing, her fight for mental health awareness in her music, and how she had to fight a porn star for her name, which in turn, gave her the push she needed to change directions. Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson https://www.instagram.com/toddajohnson/ Jay Connor https://www.instagram.com/jay_connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com Søelle: Website: https://www.soellemusic.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1DDxmU13678AAvQ2YyU9O1 Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/album/want-me-too-single/1574200511?uo=4 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCic5zpuqLsZjUxoUJMPXTQg

We sit down with drummer/multiple band leader Mike Graci to talk about his career, and to get expert advice on how to run/book/promote the best cover bands. Mike is a veteran of the Charlotte music scene from his time performing as a percussionist with the Charlotte Bobcats, to now running the premiere cover bands Chicago Rewired, REO Survivor, Kid's In America, Carolinacation and more. Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson @toddajohnson Jay Connor @Jay_Connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com Mike's Bands: Chicago Rewired: http://chicagorewired.com Kid's In America: http://www.kidsinamericaband.com REO Survivor: http://reosurvivor.com Carolinacation: https://www.facebook.com/Carolinacation/

Our first on-location episode! We visit the Re-Cycle Canteen at Bicycles of Shelby with owner Scott Moss, who also happens to be one of NC's best singer/songwriters. We talk about owning and operating a bicycle shop, his career on tour with multiple bands and his method as a singer/songwriter. WARNING: Much whiskey was consumed during the making of this episode. We also get to hear and exclusive performance of Scott's song "This Town." Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson @toddajohnson Jay Connor @Jay_Connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com

WE'RE BACK! Jay finally returns to the show with a major announcement. Also, we wanted to have a true Charlottean (that's the correct name for you non-Charlotte NC people) who knows where all the great things are hidden, or obvious in this town: Jenna Gribble! We also learn about how she went on the road at 15 to follow the Grateful Dead, how she got her start writing for Scoop Charlotte, to her own blog, to the great work she's doing now promoting major concerts. Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson @toddajohnson Jay Connor @Jay_Connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com

LIVE EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT!: Mark September 25th on your calendar for an event at Unknown Brewing in Charlotte NC with us! Live Music? A live podcast? Comedians? Visual artists? The bones of Al Capone? Find out more soon! Also, Todd talks this episode on the exciting future of the show, and another installment of "Where the hell is Jay Connor?!?" Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson @toddajohnson Jay Connor @Jay_Connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com

LIVE EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT!: Mark September 25th on your calendar for an event at Unknown Brewing in Charlotte NC with us! Live Music? A live podcast? Comedians? Visual artists? The bones of Al Capone? Find out more soon! Also, Todd talks this episode on the exciting future of the show, thoughts on how episodes should continue, and dealing with loss and Batman voice. Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson @toddajohnson Jay Connor @Jay_Connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com

2 fun things! First, Todd Johnson and the Revolvers new single, and a skit from the livestream show Sam on Sundays.  Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson @toddajohnson Jay Connor @Jay_Connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com

A few fun surprises and happy Cinco de Mayo! A short episode update on cool things on the horizon and the start of our occasional mini-sodes.    Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson @toddajohnson Jay Connor @Jay_Connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com

This episode is brought to you by Victrola. Visit makingnoisepod.com/victrola Our great friend Fred Dunlap is on the show today! There may or may not have been whiskey involved (there was) and he potentially told us why he's such a good drummer (he did). Fred has been a Revolver for the past few years and is the drummer on the songs "Use Some Company" and "Wild and Free", but we also talk about his composition of the orchestrated version of the song "Mysterious Ways" for Your Neighborhood Orchestra. We also talk about growing up as a military kid and interesting Sanford, NC facts. Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson @toddajohnson Jay Connor @Jay_Connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com

This episode is brought to you by Victrola. Visit makingnoisepod.com/victrola One of the hardest working women in Charlotte, Elizabeth Kowalski, is here to talk about one of her new projects, Your Neighborhood Orchestra. While Todd got to geek out on the experience of working with the orchestra, Elizabeth gave us all the details of the diverse songwriters, singers, dancers, composers and musicians who made up the 10 performances they will be releasing, all of Charlotte artists. We also talk to Elizabeth about her program Charlotte New Music, and how driving a motorcycle in Cali, Columbia lead to her being on a song for one of Columbia's Rom-Com TV Shows. Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson @toddajohnson Jay Connor @Jay_Connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com

This episode is brought to you by Victrola. Visit makingnoisepod.com/victrola Charlotte's violin virtuoso is on the show today, the one and only Emanuel Wynter. We talk about growing up in the Bronx as a 2nd generation Jamaican, being a Suzuki kid, and what he does to be different intentionally with his music. We also have an exclusive performance of his song "Walking in Vain" at the end of the episode. Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson @toddajohnson Jay Connor @Jay_Connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com

This episode is brought to you by Victrola. Visit makingnoisepod.com/victrola Our guest today is a regional Emmy winning composer and musician who now plays with the Charleston based Blue Dogs and in Charlotte with Shelley Ruffin, The Hoodies and on his own. He has also been involved in top projects at Groundcrew Sound, an award winning audio post-production studio in Charlotte. Dan Hood is also one of the most polite people to be around, and we were happy to have him on the show to talk, and had a wonderful time hangin with him! Make sure to rate, share and subscribe our new podcast, as well as our Youtube Channel for exclusive content, which we'll be updating weekly: https:youtube.com/user/toddjohnsonband Follow us on Instagram: Todd Johnson @toddajohnson Jay Connor @Jay_Connor You can always check out past episodes and exclusive content here: www.makingnoisepod.com