
Musician/engineer/bartender Allen Epley talks with artists of all walks and at all levels of success about their own unique journeys and jobs they've worked in order to follow their passions. Many successful musicians, actors, filmmakers, composers, and comedians still have side gigs that afford them the ability to create their art for us. Some get to work in their chosen field and some work jobs ... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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WARNING! All ye who put your ears toward this episode should know that it is the final installment of Third Gear Scratch, which appropriately features one of my closest friends and bandmates, Mr Chris Metcalf of our band, The Life and Times. But befo... more
Blake Smith and his rock band Figdish from the 90's Chicago scene has never taken things too seriously; never been careerists, and in fact went out of their way to indulge in hijinx and sabotage, despite ending up with 2 hugely influential records an... more
The service industry has always been in actor Vasily Deris' blood, seeing as how his family owned a group of restaurants in Crown Point IN just south of Chicago. He had been working 12 hours a day in multiple restaurants each for more than a decade b... more
Going back to school to study World Religions just seemed like the right thing to do for Chris Simpson, the hugely talented solo artist operating under Mountain Time and formerly of the bands Mineral and later The Gloria Record. Minerals influence an... more
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Allen Epley has this great conversational way and craft of bringing out interesting commentary from his guests. Wonderful analysis of art and the creative process is a strength of this podcast. He does it in an natural way and entertains us as well. My favorite parts are the dive into songwriting or other artistic creative processes while dabbling in silliness like Ratt or Dokken. Way to go AE!!
Best host with the most! Ae rules
Allen is truly a gem and this is an amazing podcast to listen to. Doesn’t matter who the guest is, it’s always a great conversation. Entertaining must listen!
Epley has gathered a great assortment of artists whose work continues to inspire. The 100+ and counting shows are filled with great conversations where he ably frames their stories with a kind wit and humor that shows such a genuine regard and friendship full of mutual admiration. I’m of the generation who were in their twenties through the 90’s boom and bust of major labels signing these bands I loved and this show has brought me a clearer understanding of what the careers of these bands I so... more
I’ve loved most episodes of this podcast, the Ken Andrews episode was everything I had always hoped this would be. Relating to jamming for hours and recording everything and then going fishing for gems and inspiration. “If I can’t turn my system on in 30 seconds I record on my phone.” So great. So familiar. I love it big A. Please keep it up. Keep it safe. See you in Birdhands in MPLS
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Conversations focus on the intricate balance of pursuing artistic passions while managing practical day-to-day responsibilities. Guests come from diverse backgrounds in the arts, including musicians, filmmakers, and actors, sharing their unique journeys and the various side jobs that help sustain their creative endeavors. Topics frequently include personal stories of struggle and triumph, the evolution of artistic careers, and the broader impact of community and collaboration within the creative industries. This podcast offers listeners an insightful glimpse into the lives of artists as they navigate both the joys and challenges of their craft, highlighting the grit and perseverance required to thrive in creative fields.
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Recent guests on Third Gear Scratch include:
1. Chris Metcalf
2. Blake Smith
3. Vasily Deris
4. Chris Simpson
5. Gerald Dowd
6. Blake Fleming
7. Coley Dennis
8. Aaron Stone
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