March Forth with Mike Bauman

Episode 35: Sammy Boller

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Sammy Boller!
Based out of Detroit, Michigan, guitarist Sammy Boller burst onto the national spotlight in 2012 when Joe Satriani picked him as the winner of Guitar Center's "Master Satriani" competition. He went on to play guitar in Citizen Zero, whose single "Go (Let Me Save You)" peaked at #17 on the Billboard "Mainstream Rock" chart in 2016. After his time with Citizen Zero, Boller continued to refine his guitar skills, releasing his debut instrumental album Kingdom Of The Sun in March 2020 on Candyrat Records.
On this episode of the podcast, Sammy talks with Mike about his love for music and guitar, including having musical parents, growing up in Detroit, the rich music history of the Motor City, being inspired by the late great Eddie Van Halen, being part of the Friedman Amplification roster, Kingdom Of The Sun, his new band Pharaohs, and more.
Follow Sammy Boller on Instagram @sammyboller. To check out his new music with Pharaohs, follow the band on Instagram @officialpharaohs. For all things Sammy, visit https://www.sammyboller.com/. Watch Pharaohs' New Years Live Set here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-b3WASj4GHY&t=27s.
You can follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up to date on the podcast, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 34: Austin Gold & Eric Cassidy of Rushing Spring

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Austin Gold and Eric Cassidy of Rushing Spring!
Comprised of Gold (Rhythm Guitar, Vocals), Cassidy (Drums), Jake Delventhal (Bass) and Rob Ettinger (Lead Guitar), Rushing Spring formed in 2018 in Danbury, Connecticut. Combining elements of 70's power pop, 80's punk, 90's indie, and 00's emo, Rushing Spring has songs which range from the introspective, slower tempo of their single "Somebody," to the more upbeat, rhythmic nature of "Journeys."
The aforementioned "Somebody" premiered on Alternative Press back in February, while the music video for "Journeys" premiered on New Noise Magazine on May 28th, one day before the release of their EP What We Were Is Not Who We Are.
On this episode, Mike talks with Austin and Eric about the origins of Rushing Spring and their sound, including Austin's sobriety, panic attacks, mental health, lyrics drawn from life experiences, punk's connection with youth, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features "Journeys" off Rushing Spring's latest EP What We Were Is Not Who We Are, available where you get your music!
Follow Rushing Spring on Instagram @rushingspring, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/rushingspring/. To stay up on the band, visit https://linktr.ee/Rushingspringct.
You can follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up to date on the podcast, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 33: Karamel Klassik

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Karamel Klassik!
An alternative music artist based out of Phoenix, Arizona, Karamel Klassik has released 14 songs since 2018, including his latest single "Issues," which just dropped on 5/28. He's part of the independent label Nobody Records, which also features fellow March Forth guest Alikirii.
In this conversation, Karamel Klassik talks with Mike about how he got into music, his background as a wrestler and MMA fighter, being vulnerable in his songs by covering topics such as toxic relationships, anxiety, and depression, the Nobody Records family, working with producer Dalton Webb, and more.
This episode of the podcast also features Karamel Klassik's single "Lust," available where you get your music!
Follow Karamel Klassik on Instagram @karamelklassik, and on Twitch at https://www.twitch.tv/karamelklassik. Follow his MMA handle on Instagram @theinferno_mma.
You can follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up to date on the podcast, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 32: House//Divided

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with House//Divided!
Formed in Norfolk, Virginia, House//Divided is a progressive metalcore band that just released their debut EP Ash & Echoes in March. Their song "Jaakuna" has racked up over 56,000 streams on Spotify, while the accompanying music video for the track has gotten 27,000 views on YouTube.
In this episode of the pod, Mike chats with Zach (Vocals), Josh (Vocals), Nard (Bass), Jesse (Drums), Thomas (Guitar) and Alex (Guitar) of House//Divided about the band's formation, how they got into music, the subjects and influences of their lyrical content, the making of Ash & Echoes, and more. 
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features House//Divided's latest single "Blackwater," available where you get your music!
To stay up to date on House//Divided, follow them on Instagram @housedividedmusic, and visit https://linktr.ee/HouseDivided.
You can follow March Forth with Mike Bauman on Instagram @marchforthpod and Mike on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up to date on the podcast, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 31: Bridget & Zak Kanary of Bearded Bird Fitness & Nutrition

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Bridget and Zak Kanary of Bearded Bird Fitness & Nutrition!
Based in Northwest Ohio, Bearded Bird Fitness & Nutrition is the husband & wife team of Bridget & Zak. Together, they provide both personal training and nutrition plans to their clients to help them create sustainable and healthy lifestyles despite the hustle and bustle that comes with everyday life. As parents of four young children (including a set of twin boys!), Bridge & Zak know all about that hustle and bustle. They use their social media platforms to not only spread the word on Bearded Fitness & Nutrition, but also to help inspire others to know that if they can do it, you can do it, too.
On this episode of the podcast, Mike talks with Bridge & Zak about how they met back in the day, the genesis of Bearded Bird Fitness & Nutrition, the challenges of raising four children while also running a business, the connection they have with their clients, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the song "Light the Way" from Tropic Bombs. To check out more of their music, visit https://tropicbombs.bandcamp.com/!
To learn more about Bearded Bird Fitness & Nutrition, follow them on Instagram @beardedbirdfitnessnutrition and @bridgeypat, or visit them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100049903496967.
Follow March Forth with Mike Bauman on Instragam @marchforthpod and Mike on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up to date on the podcast, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 30: Anthony Briscoe & Nick Quiller of Down North

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Anthony Briscoe and Nick Quiller of Down North!
Comprised of Brisoce (Frontman), Quiller (Guitar), Brandon Storms (Bass) and Conrad Real (Drums), Down North has built a following with a sound and live show they describe in part as "the Red Hot Chili Peppers covering Prince with an early James Brown frontman." 
Based out of Seattle, Down North has toured nationally and performed at the likes of Live Nation's Headquarters, Rock Legends Cruise and Seattle's longstanding Bumbershoot Music Festival. So far in 2021, Down North has released covers of "Dance Little Sister" by Sananda Maitreya (formerly known as Terence Trent D'Arby) and "America" by Prince.
On this episode of the podcast, Mike chats with Anthony and Nick about their earliest musical memories, how Down North came together, Seattle's music scene and history, Black artists' influences and contributions to music, Down North's energetic live performances, and more.
This episode features Down North's aforementioned cover of Prince's "America," available where you get your music!
Stay up to date on Down North by visiting https://www.downnorthband.com/. Follow them on Instagram @downnorthband, Twitter @downnorthband and Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/downnorth/. Click the following link to learn more about Tina Bell: https://pleasekillme.com/bam-bam-tina-bell/.
Follow March Forth with Mike Bauman on Instragam @marchforthpod and Mike on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up to date on the podcast, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 29: Eddie Wellz

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Eddie Wellz!
Based out of Arizona, Wellz is a creative individual who wears several hats. He's the co-vocalist of rising trap metal band Dropout Kings, creator/writer of Floral Swords, a hip hop artist in the Truminati Music Group, and just released his debut solo single "Millennial" on March 26th.
On this podcast, Eddie talks with Mike about his early love for rap and making rhymes, the evolution of his musical path and how he ended up in Dropout Kings, the genesis of creating Floral Swords, its connection to Dropout Kings' music, and more.
This episode of the podcast also features the aforementioned "Millennial," available where you get your music!
To stay up to date with Eddie, Floral Swords, Dropout Kings and Truminati, follow @EddieWellz, @FloralSwords, @BlackCatBill, @DropoutKingsAZ and @TruminatiMusic on Instagram. You can also follow Dropout Kings on Twitter @DropoutKingsAZ. Visit Flora Swords online at https://floralswords.com/, and Dropout Kings online at https://dropoutkingsmusic.com/. 
Follow March Forth with Mike Bauman on Instagram @marchforthpod and Mike on Twitter @mikevbauman.
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Episode 28: Alikirii

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Alikirii!
Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Alikirii is an emerging artist who's fusing elements of hip hop and alternative as part of the Nobody Records imprint. Working with producer Dalton Webb, Alikirii dropped his debut single "Damaging" on February 26th. He followed that up with the singles "Vitamin" and "Stung" on March 5th and March 12th, giving listeners an idea of his range and diversity of sound.
On this podcast, Alikirii talks with Mike about where his love for music began, working with Dalton Webb, building the Nobody Records imprint with the support of his brother, and more. This episode also features the aforementioned "Stung," available where you get your music!
To stay up to date with Alikirii, visit https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/alikirii/stung. Follow him on Instagram @alikirii__ and Twitter @alikirii.
Follow producer Dalton Webb on Instagram @daltonwebb_music and Twitter @musicdaltonwebb.
To stay up on all of the Nobody Records artists and releases, visit https://www.officialnobodyrecords.com/!
Follow March Forth with Mike Bauman on Instagram @marchforthpod and Mike on Twitter @mikevbauman.
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Episode 27: UJ Martinez

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with UJ Martinez of The Sight of Impact!
Comprised of Martinez (lead guitar), Moises Lopez (vocals), Andrew Vela (guitar), Aaron Cruz (bass) and Hector Peralez (drums), The Sight of Impact is an alternative metal band from Donna, Texas. From shows with the likes of Avatar, Hed PE, Eyes Set To Kill, and Adema, to multiple appearances at the Never Say Never Festival, The Sight of Impact has worked hard to build up their fan base over the years.
That groundwork has translated to the digital realm for The Sight of Impact, where the band has racked up over 120,000 Spotify streams on multiple songs, including their latest single, "Venom." Released this past October in conjunction with an accompanying music video, "Venom" is also The Sight of Impact's most popular track on Spotify currently.
On this podcast, UJ talks with Mike about his love for music, including the positive influence his uncle and Linkin Park had on him at an early age, joining The Sight of Impact, working with Wade Concienne, a crazy tour story, new music, and more!
This episode of the podcast also features the aforementioned "Venom," available now on Spotify and where you find your music!
Follow The Sight of Impact on Instagram @thesightofimpact, Twitter @TSOIofficial, and Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSightOfImpact/.
Follow March Forth with Mike Bauman on Instagram @marchforthpod and Mike on Twitter @mikevbauman.
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Episode 26: Steven Mullan

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Steven Mullan!
Producer and singer-songwriter of Thunder Lily, Mullan is a Toledo, Ohio native and Nashville transplant like Mike with a love for music that began in childhood. In May 2020, Mullan dropped Thunder Lily's debut LP Volume One, releasing new music in accordance with the Full Moon in 2020.
Fusing elements of 80's, Dream Pop, Electro Pop, Synth Pop, Indie Pop and Alternative, Thunder Lily is a creative musical endeavor that Mullan described in part as "very experimental; it can go anywhere." In 2021, Mullan will put out new Thunder Lily music with each New Moon, the first being the single "Try Something New," which released on February 11th.
On this episode, Mullan talks with Mike about his earliest musical memories, cutting his teeth with numerous live shows in various settings over the years, moving to Nashville, the spiritual connection of music, Thunder Lily, and more.
This episode of the podcast also features the aforementioned "Try Something New," available now at https://thunderlily.bandcamp.com/ and where you find your music!
Keep up to date with Thunder Lily at https://www.travelinnerspace.com/, on Instagram @thunderlilysound, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thunderlilysound/.
Follow March Forth with Mike Bauman on Instagram @marchforthpod and Mike on Twitter @mikevbauman.
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