March Forth with Mike Bauman

In this episode of Bauman's Breakdown, Mike Bauman speaks with Blind Haven guitarist Heath LaTour. The two discuss how Blind Haven came together, the band's sound and recording their debut album "Obey Worship Decay" at Lakebottom Recording House. Bauman also gives listeners an update about his time away from the show the past few weeks. This episode features the song "Corruption by Consumption" from Blind Haven. Obey the riff!Listen to "Obey Worship Decay"Follow Blind Haven on FacebookBlind Haven story in Toledo Free Press

On this week's Bauman's Breakdown, Mike Bauman chats with Toledo-bred hip-hop/alternative artist Raine Wilder. The two discuss Wilder's path in music, including his early beginnings, his past struggles with drugs and bad relationships and his latest album "Vibes." Wilder also talks to Bauman about his outlook on life, including the Law of Attraction and how it played a role in the concept of "Vibes." This podcast features the song "Me and Myself" off the latest album, available on iTunes!Raine Wilder WebsiteRaine Wilder FacebookRaine Wilder TwitterRaine Wilder YouTubeRaine Wilder on iTunes

In this episode of Bauman's Breakdown, Mike Bauman chats with guitarist Doc Coyle. The two discuss Doc's time living in California, including his musical endeavors with Rebel Noise Group, Vagus Nerve, The Killing Lights, Mass Mental & more. Bauman also talks to Doc about his VH1 blogs, what's going on in metal music, God Forbid and a little NBA.Doc's WebsiteDoc on TwitterDoc on FacebookDoc's VH1 BlogsPhyllotaxis Music

In this week's episode of Bauman's Breakdown, Mike Bauman chats with vocalist Alfonso Civile of Heartsick (formerly Know Lyfe). Alfonso talks to Mike about coming up as a band at the beginning of the millenium, relocating to Michigan and meeting his eventual band mates, Heartsick's new material, his memories from playing shows with Toledo's own OnceOver back in the day and more. This episode also features the song "Rose Casket Diary" from Heartsick's new stuff courtesy of Alfonso!Heartsick FacebookHeartsick on ReverbNationHeartsick on Twitter

In this episode, Mike Bauman speaks with Mark Tremonti (Creed, Alter Bridge, Tremonti). The two discuss the upcoming "Cauterize" and "Dust" records, working with Michael "Elvis" Baskette, Mark's songwriting process & more.Mark Tremonti's WebsiteMark Tremonti on TwitterMark Tremonti on FacebookFRET 12 Website

In this week's show, Mike Bauman chats with Black Swamp rocker Michael "Fish" Fisher of Societys Ugly Son. The pair talk about Fisher's career path over the years, including what it was like to get some record deals at a young age, battle his way back to walking again after a bad accident, and working on SUS's newest material for "Gentlemen Creatures & Robots." Bauman also shares some stories about his best buddy Nate. The song "Trench" from Societys Ugly Son is featured in the episode, as well. Enjoy!SUS on FacebookFish's WebsiteSUS story in Toledo Free Press

In this episode of Bauman's Breakdown, Mike Bauman talks with Jeremy and The Harlequins vocalist Jeremy Fury. A fellow Toledo native, Fury speaks with Bauman about how the band came together, his affinity for old school rock and nostalgia, his evolution as a musician and more. Click the Soundcloud link to listen to "Trip Into The Light!"Jeremy and The Harlequins on FacebookJeremy and The Harlequins websiteListen to "Trip Into The Light" Here

In this week's show, Mike Bauman speaks with Islander vocalist Mikey Carvajal. The two discuss Islander's time as a band and current touring, Mikey's path, his faith and his musical influences. The pair also talks a little wrastlin', what it was like to meet Sting and Islander's relationship with Sonny Sandoval (P.O.D.). Bauman also opens up a little bit about his grandpa and his own faith. As always, bumper music provided by Bauman's good buddies in Tropic Bombs!Islander FacebookIslander TwitterMikey TwitterIslander story in Toledo Free Press

In this episode of Bauman's Breakdown, Mike Bauman speaks with Goodbye Blue Skies guitarist & vocalist Chris Marshall. The two discuss what Goodbye Blue Skies has been up to, including the years in between the band's "Visions" EP and the work Marshall & Co. have been putting in on debut LP "Motives." Marshall and Bauman also talk about their musical influences, as well as what intriguing 5-piece lineup they would put together in a dream scenario. Who would your 5 be? Enjoy!GBS FacebookGBS TwitterChris Marshall TwitterGBS YouTube

On this week's episode of Bauman's Breakdown, Mike Bauman talks with Illumira vocalist Donovan Black. The two discuss Illumira's history and forthcoming debut album "A New World in Order," as well as Black's personal history, stage presence and influences. Bauman also talks about the first CD he ever bought when he was 9 years old and the upcoming March Madness concert on Friday the 13th!https://www.facebook.com/illumirahttp://www.reverbnation.com/illumiraIllumira feature in Toledo Free PressFriday the 13th March Madness Show Infohttps://twitter.com/MikeVBauman