LOCK N LOAD - Our Interview With Dustin Conaway- Sept. 27, 2014

Lock N Load was a Sioux City live talk show podcast that ran from Jul 2013 to Jan 2017. As the show progressed, music started playing a bigger role in it. Iowa Music Showcase will feature some of their shows and excerpts that have a strong component of Iowa music or nearby neighbors, like this one featuring Dustin Conaway from Allen, Nebraska, a stone's throw away from Sioux City.

Local Country music Artist Dustin Conaway came in studio with us to talk about his first album coming and and also to debut and play live on our show. This is the clip from the episode which is titled "Dustin Vs. Zombies".

Check out Dustins Stuff:
https://www.facebook.com/guitarandmasonjar
https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/dustin-conaway/id850505138
https://www.reverbnation.com/dustinconaway
Also availble on Spotify, iTunes and AmazonMp3

IMSC Ep 63 - Song 1: "I'll Take Anything (Haggard Ever Done)" by Randahl R Cady

"Hello to the world from America. Here you will find some songs I have written and covers of tunes I like {those would be the good ones} All the tunes are multi-tracked,there is no band. I hope you find something here that will bring you a bit of joy. Peace and take care...Randahl R"
- from his SoundCloud page

IMSC Ep 63 - Song 3: "Wild and Crazy" by Moonshine Sorrow

Moonshine Sorrow has had a lineup change and now go by Whiskey and Woe.

"Infusing their own blend of country-hell-billy Iowa folk rock, their greatest pleasure is rumored to be being too drunk to give a shit about anything." - from Moonshine Sorrow's Facebook page

IMSC Ep 63 - Song 7: "A Little Bit of Everything" by Randy Burk and The Prisoners

"Steeped in the rich tradition of Americana artists before him Randy Burk creates music that is at once exciting and familiar, honest and soulful, fearless and introspective. Wrought with Midwestern sensibility and a blue-collar work ethic, Burk's affinity for songs about love, life and pain can be traced to his small-town Iowa roots. Since 2001 Burk has released two albums and toured the Midwest, the West Coast, and Europe. Averaging 200 shows a year. As well as having shared the stage with artists from Big Smith to Jason Aldean." - from their Facebook page

Credits:
Randy Burk - Rhythm Guitar & Lead Vocals
Nate Runkel - Bass Guitar
Jason Boggs - Lead Electric Guitar
Jimmy Stevens - Drums

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/rbprisoners/

ReverbNation:
https://www.reverbnation.com/randyburkandtheprisoners

To download the whole podcast, right click on the link below and hit "Save as...":
https://archive.org/download/IowaMusicShowcaseEpisode63/Iowa%20Music%20Showcase%20-%20Episode%2063_.mp3

Labels: 2010s, A Little Bit of Everything (song), country (genre), country music, Des Moines, Des Moines area, IMSC Ep 063, Jason Boggs, Jimmy Stevens, Nate Runkel, Randy Burk, Randy Burk and The Prisoners (band)

YOUR OWN PRIVATE IOWA - Episode 2: Nate Logsdon

On week two of the show, Iowa legend and front man for Mumfords's Nate Logsdon comes on the show! We talk alot about Flavor Basket, and Nate covers many of his songs as well as playing some originals. We also talk about Maximum Ames Music Festival (held Sept. 21-24), how Nate got into music, and the creation of Mumfords.

This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm All Recordings done in the Studio at [88.5 KURE Ames Alternative]

Home page: https://media.zencast.fm/your-own-private-iowa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourownprivateiowa/
BandCamp:
https://yourownprivateiowa.bandcamp.com

Mumford's on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/mumfords/

Nate Logsdon on BandCamp:
https://natelogsdon.bandcamp.com/


PREVIOUSLY ON IOWA MUSIC SHOWCASE:
One week ago...
Just what the heck is on this website! -
https://iowamusicshowcase.blogspot.com/2017/11/just-what-heck-is-on-this-website.html

Two weeks ago...
Leave me alone! I'm resting! -
http://iowamusicshowcase.blogspot.com/2017/11/leave-me-alone-im-resting.html

Three weeks ago...
EPISODE 55: Happy Hawkeye Halloween 2017, Part 4 of 4 - The Black Angels and Other Iowa Evil Spirits -
http://iowamusicshowcase.blogspot.com/2017/10/episode-55-happy-hawkeye-halloween-2017.html

One month ago...
EPISODE 54: Happy Hawkeye Halloween 2017, Part 3 of 4 - The Van Meter Visitor and Other Iowa Dragons -
http://iowamusicshowcase.blogspot.com/2017/10/episode-54-happy-hawkeye-halloween-2017.html

Three months ago...
PLAYLISTS: A Playlist for Street Heat and the Eclipse -
http://iowamusicshowcase.blogspot.com/2017/08/playlists-playlist-for-street-heat-and.html

Six months ago...
EPISODE 47: Iowa Star Wars Music, Part 6 of 9 - Return of the Iowa Jedi -
http://iowamusicshowcase.blogspot.com/2017/05/episode-47-iowa-star-wars-music-part-6.html

One year ago...
What's on this website? -
http://iowamusicshowcase.blogspot.com/2016/11/whats-on-this-website.html

Two years ago...
Episode 20: A Jimi Strychnine Scribner Dedication -
http://iowamusicshowcase.blogspot.com/2015/11/episode-20-jimi-strychnine-scribner.html


OTHER IMSC WEBSITES AND LINKS:
Feed:
http://feeds.feedburner.com/IowaMusicShowcase
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Iowa-Music-Showcase/364796883703114
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/iamusicshowcase
Instagram:
https://instagram.com/iowamusicshowcase

IMSC Ep 42 - Song 2: "Dirt Road Soul" by Danny Grause

"Danny Grause is not a traditional country artist. Fortunately for him, his fans don't really care. His music sits comfortably in their playlists somewhere between Merle Haggard and Maroon 5, providing a fresh combination of gravel and groove for those who believe 'Country' is merely a state of mind. Danny has been described as 'the theoretical love child of Willie Nelson and Chaka Khan', both for his style of performance and his song craftsmanship. On stage with his supporting band the 'Black Dirt Kings' his music takes the listener on a virtual road trip full of twists and turns and occasional stops in funky town. In 2010 Danny's signature sound caught the attention of some kindred spirits when a demo of 'Don't Tell Mama' made the Top 15 our of more than 700 acts in the 'Sailing Southern Ground Contest', created and judged by none other than CMA and Grammy award-winning 'Zac Brown Band'. His music has also been featured in radio, television, and most recently in the new ad campaign for the 'Hotsy' corporation. Deliberately unpolished and unapologetic, Danny's commanding stage presence is just what you would expect from a carpenter's son who's proud of every callous and scar he's earned along the way."
- from his home page

""Ladies and gentlemen please welcome the Midwest Maverick, the 6-string machine, Iowa’s Funky Cowboy… Mr. Danny Grause.'

"Don’t let the ball cap and boots fool you. Danny Grause is not a traditional country artist. Fortunately for him, his fans don’t really care. His music sits comfortably in their play lists somewhere between Merle Haggard and Maroon 5, providing a fresh mix of gravel and groove for anyone who believes that 'country' is merely a state of mind. His style has been described in many ways.. When asked, Danny keeps it simple by saying 'I’m a country boy at heart but somewhere along the line I developed this groovy, soulful side and I can’t help but let it out.'" - from his ReverbNation page

"It’d be a gross understatement to simply refer to Danny Grause as a 'country singer...It is his unbridled perspective toward his craft that truly defines Danny Grause and his music – much more thoroughly than any musical genre could.'"
- from Nicole Weigand in the Boone News Republican

“I love your beard.”
- from Sara Buxton backstage

Lineup:
Danny Grause
Brandon Mills
Mitch Schultz
BJ Conway
Genevieve Salamone

Home page:
http://www.dannygrause.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/Danny-Grause-Music-203193329808427/

ReverbNation:
https://www.reverbnation.com/dannygrause

To download this podcast, right click on the link below and hit "Save as...":
https://archive.org/download/IowaMusicShowcaseEpisode42/Iowa%20Music%20Showcase%20-%20Episode%2042.mp3

Labels: 2010s, 2012, Americana, Ames area, BJ Conway, Brandon Mills, country (genre), country music,Danny Grause, Dirt Road Soul (song), Ep 042, Genevieve Salamone, Iowa Music Showcase Live, Mitch Schultz,Nevada

IMSC Ep 24 - Song 2: "North of the River" by Monday Mourners (from the most read post on Iowa Music Showcase Songs)

Original podcast:


Original post on Iowa Music Showcase Songs:
http://iowamusicshowcasesongs.blogspot.com/2015/06/episode-10-iowa-country-music-song-2.html

Just a Midwestern band trying to correct the contemporary misunderstanding of what country music is.
- from their Facebook page

Monday Mourners are an alt-country (whatever that means) band from Des Moines, Iowa. If you like country, we sound like rock. If you like rock, we sound like country. Midwestern Twang & Roll.
- from their ReverbNation page

Lineup:
Matt Handley - Guitar, Vocals
Clint Meyer - Guitar, Lap Steel, Vocals
Aaron Tinder - Bass, Vocals
Pat Curtis - Drums

To download the new podcast (right click and hit "Save link as..."):
https://archive.org/download/IowaMusicShowcaseEpisode24/Iowa%20Music%20Showcase%20-%20Episode%2024_.mp3

Home page:
http://mondaymourners.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/Monday-Mourners-208913395564/

ReverbNation:
https://www.reverbnation.com/mondaymourners

Ep 24 - Song 5: "That Kinda Tough" by Danny Grause (from the most watched episode of YouTube - Episode 10: Iowa Country Music)

Original podcast on YouTube:


Danny Grause is not a traditional country artist. Fortunately for him, his fans don't really care. His music sits comfortably in their playlists somewhere between Merle Haggard and Maroon 5, providing a fresh combination of gravel and groove for those who believe "Country" is merely a state of mind. Danny has been described as 'the theoretical love child of Willie Nelson and Chaka Khan', both for his style of performance and his song craftsmanship. On stage with his supporting band the "Black Dirt Kings" his music takes the listener on a virtual road trip full of twists and turns and occasional stops in funky town. In 2010 Danny's signature sound caught the attention of some kindred spirits when a demo of "Don't Tell Mama" made the Top 15 our of more than 700 acts in the "Sailing Southern Ground Contest", created and judged by none other than CMA and Grammy award-winning "Zac Brown Band". His music has also been featured in radio, television, and most recently in the new ad campaign for the "Hotsy" corporation. Deliberately unpolished and unapologetic, Danny's commanding stage presence is just what you would expect from a carpenter's son who's proud of every callous and scar he's earned along the way.
- from his home page

Lineup:
Danny Grause - all instruments and vocals

To download the podcast (right click and hit "Save link as..."):
https://archive.org/download/IowaMusicShowcaseEpisode24/Iowa%20Music%20Showcase%20-%20Episode%2024_.mp3

Home page:
http://www.dannygrause.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/Danny-Grause-Music-203193329808427/

ReverbNation:
https://www.reverbnation.com/dannygrause

IMSC Ep 21 - Song 6: "Here on Christmas" by The Dennis Wayne Gang

The Dennis Wayne Gang not only brings the great cover music you want in a premium live band but also brings the balance of talent and a social media awareness. The energetic Southern Rock Country band that keeps you actively moving and celebrating while creating the atmosphere for good times. Find the latest in modern and classical country rock, plus rock & roll performances that keep the temp going, slow song ballads for dancing and overall music and fun.
- from their Facebook page

The Dennis Wayne Gang is unique mix of musicians that play both cover and original music that spans from the most recent popular rock to some high paced country. Adding in 15 yr old Savannah Jane DeGroote creates yet another dimension to the groups broad flavor for the fans of DWG.
- from their ReverbNation page

Lineup:
Dennis Halverson - lead vocals, guitar
Elvin Johnson - lead guitar, vocals
Brandon Mills - bass, vocals
Mike Linsey - drums
Savannah Jane DeGroote - guest vocals

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/Dennis-Wayne-Gang-401925457817/

ReverbNation:
https://www.reverbnation.com/thedenniswaynegang

Ep 18 - Song 1: "Creek Creek" by Pumptown

"Pumptown is one of the most unique family bands you will ever hear. This band consists of 2 sisters, a brother, and a dad who have invented 'Drum Infused Country Sound'.

"Band members grew up in what could be considered a competitive storytelling environment. The next best way to up the stakes was to incorporate these stories into song. In 2002, Joe and Amy completed writing their first album and organized the band with sister, Mandy, and dad, Bill. A summer tour followed and it wasn't long before more albums followed. Not tied to any genre, Pumptown experimented with many instruments which led to the invention of 'drum infusion'. Travels around the world exposed the band to the music of many cultures and along the way, band members collected many indigenous instruments. When recording new albums, the band incorporated their new toys into their sound and shows until there was no more room in the band trailer."
- from Pumptown's home page

Lineup:
Band members - Joe Hynek, Amy Hynek, Mandy Hynek, Bill Hynek

Home page:
http://www.pumptown.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/pumptown

Ep 10 - Song 2: "North of the River" by Monday Mourners

"Just a Midwestern band trying to correct the contemporary misunderstanding of what country music is."
- from their Facebook page

"Monday Mourners are an alt-country (whatever that means) band from Des Moines, Iowa. If you like country, we sound like rock. If you like rock, we sound like country. Midwestern Twang & Roll."
- from their ReverbNation page

"The Monday Mourners are a country band. Not a pop country band. The Monday Mourners' brand of country doesn't get a lot of radio play."
- Joe Lawler from Juice

Lineup:

Matt Handley - guitar/vocals
Clint Meyer - guitar/lap Steel/vocals
Aaron Tinder - bass/vocals
Pat Curtis - drums

Home page:
http://mondaymourners.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Monday-Mourners/208913395564

ReverbNation:
https://www.reverbnation.com/mondaymourners

IMSC Ep 10 - Song 3: "Hold On" by Crossfire

"Crossfire is "Omaha's premier country dance band," blending classic country with current Nashville hits and original music that gets people on their feet and keeps the party going all night! Now a staple of Omaha's country music scene, Crossfire formed in 2010 when veteran musicians Walter Killam of Denton,Texas and Gary Groves of San Diego auditioned vocalist Dave Forney of Omaha for a new country group. Soon after, drummer Buck Weyerman, a well known local percussionist and member of the Nebraska Music Hall of Fame came on board. With Buck on drums and Walter on bass providing a solid musical backbone, Gary weaving in his blues-country guitar and Dave belting out the melody on the mic, matched with three-part harmony, we dare you not to sing along and dance the night away! Country fan or not - you've got a fever, and the only prescription is more Crossfire!"
- from their home page

Lineup:

Gary Groves - lead guitar/vocals
Walter Killam - bass guitar/vocals
Buck Weyerman - drums
Dave Forney - lead vocals

Home page:
http://www.crossfirecountrymusic.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/crossfire.countrymusic

ReverbNation:
https://www.reverbnation.com/crossfirecountrymusic

Ep 10 - Song 4: "That Kinda Tough" by Danny Grause

"Danny Grause is not a traditional country artist. Fortunately for him, his fans don't really care. His music sits comfortably in their playlists somewhere between Merle Haggard and Maroon 5, providing a fresh combination of gravel and groove for those who believe "Country" is merely a state of mind. Danny has been described as 'the theoretical love child of Willie Nelson and Chaka Khan', both for his style of performance and his song craftsmanship. On stage with his supporting band the "Black Dirt Kings" his music takes the listener on a virtual road trip full of twists and turns and occasional stops in funky town. In 2010 Danny's signature sound caught the attention of some kindred spirits when a demo of "Don't Tell Mama" made the Top 15 our of more than 700 acts in the "Sailing Southern Ground Contest", created and judged by none other than CMA and Grammy award-winning "Zac Brown Band". His music has also been featured in radio, television, and most recently in the new ad campaign for the "Hotsy" corporation. Deliberately unpolished and unapologetic, Danny's commanding stage presence is just what you would expect from a carpenter's son who's proud of every callous and scar he's earned along the way."
- from his home page

Lineup:

Danny Grause - all instruments/vocals

Home page:
http://www.dannygrause.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Danny-Grause-Music/203193329808427

ReverbNation:
https://www.reverbnation.com/dannygrause

IMSC Ep 10 - Song 5: "Aim's Gettin' Better" by Diana Upton-Hill

"Diana Upton-Hill is a nationally recognized recording and touring artist. At the age of 3, Diana began singing with her dad’s band and performing solos for school and church concerts. Now a versatile performer, she has become a national talent; active in the regional country/folk music scene, performing on television, joining symphony orchestras as featured soloist, and even starring in live theatre productions. Her favorite roles include: Belle in Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella in Into the Woods and Ellen in Miss Saigon.

"She has numerous recordings to her credit and regularly finds herself contributing to commercial jingles and voice-overs. You may have even seen her on tour this past year with rising Country star, Mitch Goudy, with whom she’s written several songs and for whom she regularly provides background vocals. Look for Diana’s latest single, “Do Love Well” - available now on iTunes, which was produced by the incomparable, award-winning, and all around nice guy Bryan White."
- from her home page

Lineup:
Drums & Acoustic Guitar - Bryan White
Bass - Steve Mackey
Electric Guitar - Shayne Hill & Bryan White
White Lap Steel - Scotty Sanders
Piano - Steve King

Home page:
http://www.dianauptonhill.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/dianauptonhillmusic

YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/user/dianauptonhillmusic

IMSC Ep 5 - Song 1: "Chasing Heaven" by Ryan Sheeler

"Ryan is a composer, instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, educator and music researcher from Ames IA. He has studied guitar, composition, conducting, and musicology at Iowa State and the University of Iowa.

"He has won awards from ASCAP, The Iowa Motion Picture Association, and the Paramount Group. Ryan is also co-author of From Bakersfield to Beale Street: A Regional History of American Rock n' Roll with David Stuart and Scott Anderson (2nd edition - 2009, Kendall-Hunt).

"Ryan's latest solo album is entitled Polk County Line (2011)."

- from his Facebook page

Lineup:

Ryan Sheeler - lead vocals, lead and rhythm guitar

Scott Draper - keyboards
Randy Baumeister - bass
Clark Bishop - drums

new promo pic for 2011 - thanks to Kara Cipolloni

Website: 

http://www.ryansheeler.com/

Facebook: 

https://facebook.com/ryansheeler

ReverbNation:

http://www.reverbnation.com/ryansheeler