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The Rant is a news organization based in Sanford, North Carolina. It consists of a daily news site, monthly printed publication and weekly podcast. The Rant is your friend.

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We unpack what's happened so far in the debate over Lee County's next EMS contract, and speculate irresponsibly about what might happen next.

We interview members of Late Night Special (Charlotte) and Ol' Joey Scrums (Raleigh) ahead of Carolina Indie Fest, which kicks off on Friday at Hugger Mugger Brewing in downtown Sanford.

Ol' Joey Scrums performs at 3:15 p.m. on Saturday, September 2... more

Gordon interviews members of the Boom Unit Brass Band (Raleigh, NC) and the Corey Stevenson Band (Greenville, SC).

Boom Unit will perform at Carolina Indie Fest at 5:45 p.m. on Saturday, September 27. Corey Stevenson plays at 5 p.m. on Friday, Septe... more

Gordon interviews Carolina Indie Fest performers the Pinkerton Raid (Durham, NC) and Pageant (High Point, NC). For more information about Carolina Indie Fest, visit www.carolinaindiefest.net.

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Fred Hintz
Member of Late Night Special
Late Night Special
Episode: Friends of the Rant podcast | Carolina Indie Fest performers Late Night Special & Ol' Joey Scrums
Tyus Johnson
Member of Late Night Special
Late Night Special
Episode: Friends of the Rant podcast | Carolina Indie Fest performers Late Night Special & Ol' Joey Scrums
Brandon and Jeremy from Boom Unit Brass Band
Members of the Boom Unit Brass Band, who share their journey and experiences in music.
Boom Unit Brass Band
Episode: Friends of the Rant podcast | Carolina Indie Fest performers Boom Unit Brass Band & the Corey Stevenson Band
Corey Stevenson
Singer-songwriter from West Virginia with a background in sports and a passion for music.
Corey Stevenson Band
Episode: Friends of the Rant podcast | Carolina Indie Fest performers Boom Unit Brass Band & the Corey Stevenson Band
Pablo Atlas
Performer from Greenville, South Carolina
Carolina Indie Fest
Episode: Friends of The Rant podcast | Carolina Indie Fest performers Pablo Atlas & the Dapper Conspiracy
The Dapper Conspiracy
A North Carolina band performing at Carolina Indie Fest
Carolina Indie Fest
Episode: Friends of The Rant podcast | Carolina Indie Fest performers Pablo Atlas & the Dapper Conspiracy
George Hage
Lead singer of the American rock band Jack the Radio, formed in 2005, known for their blend of rock and Americana music.
Jack the Radio
Episode: Friends of the Rant podcast | Carolina Indie Fest performers Sxvxnt & Jack the Radio
Derrick Dove
Musician and member of Derrick Dove & the Peacekeepers
Derrick Dove & the Peacekeepers
Episode: Friends of the Rant podcast | Carolina Indie Fest performers Derrick Dove & the Peacekeepers and the Cliff Wheeler Band
Garrett Wheeler
Musician and backing vocalist in the Cliff Wheeler Band
Cliff Wheeler Band
Episode: Friends of the Rant podcast | Carolina Indie Fest performers Derrick Dove & the Peacekeepers and the Cliff Wheeler Band

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
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    Love the podcast! Please bring on more shows and interviews.

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    Mike Gey
    United States6 years ago

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Feedback suggests that the content is both entertaining and informative, making it a go-to for music lovers.
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Many comments highlight the podcast's ability to connect local talent with the community, fostering a sense of cultural pride.

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Friends of the Rant podcast | Carolina Indie Fest performers the Pinkerton Raid & Pageant
Q: What is the process of writing music like for your band?
We all come in with our own ideas and collaborate to build on each other's riffs and lyrics.
Friends of the Rant podcast | Carolina Indie Fest performers the Pinkerton Raid & Pageant
Q: How does the journalism connect to your music?
My songs are more outwardly focused, addressing common experiences in the world, rather than just personal experience.
Friends of the Rant Podcast | Carolina Indie Fest performers Heavy Denim and Nor'Easter Tippers & Pypes
Q: Talk a bit about the songwriting process.
It started with individual members bringing ideas to practice, and now it has become more collaborative, allowing the band to mold and craft songs together.
Friends of the Rant Podcast | Carolina Indie Fest performers Heavy Denim and Nor'Easter Tippers & Pypes
Q: Tell me a little bit about the record and when you expect it to drop.
It's expected to drop in the fall, and we recorded it with Ryan Pickett at Stadium Heights Studio.
Friends of the Rant podcast | Indie Fest performers La Unica and Droze & the Drift
Q: What does the live performance look like for Droze & the Drift as a two-piece band?
Droze explains that the duo uses electronic elements to expand their sound and perform with a focus on blending different genres such as beach, reggae, and hip-hop in their shows.

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1. Fred Hintz
2. Tyus Johnson
3. Brandon and Jeremy from Boom Unit Brass Band
4. Corey Stevenson
5. Pablo Atlas
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7. George Hage
8. Derrick Dove

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