talking with "Blue Collar" and independent creatives of all kinds
I am joined again by the amazing Elly Brown. We catch up on what she has been up to and how she is learning to adapt and grow through challenges. https://www.networkmedia.com https://www.instagram.com/realellybrown/ For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
11/9/25 • 38:18
Neil, Jadey and I talk about Slither for this Halloween. For more about Jadey: https://www.instagram.com/jadeyduffield/ For more about Neil: https://www.instagram.com/neilmarshall_director/ For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
11/2/25 • 59:55
I am joined once again by the incredibly talented and kind Mike Keneally. We catch up on what he has been working on since I last spoke to him and what he has going on as the year comes to a close. https://www.keneally.com https://www.instagram.com/mikekeneally/ For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
10/26/25 • 59:10
I am joined by director Elliot Hasler to talk about his new movie Vindication Swim. We talk about his history as a director and some of the struggles he faced making a movie during the pandemic and on open water. https://www.instagram.com/elliotthasler/ https://www.instagram.com/vindicationswimfilm/ For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
10/22/25 • 31:36
I am joined again by Raven Black. We talk about her approach to music and story telling. We talk about the details that she pays attention to as a writer and performer. https://www.instagram.com/ravenblackband/ https://ravenblackband.wixsite.com/ravenblackband For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
10/19/25 • 40:12
On this episode, I am joined by Randy and Jarett to talk about their String Theory. We talk about what brings people together and how they arrived at this idea. To learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hVzvBKLxCr4 https://www.stringtheoryguitarmovie.com For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
10/12/25 • 41:56
I am joined by business coach, author, and podcaster Ashley Cox to talk about her career and her approach to her work and how she deals with the variety of people she encounters. https://ashleycox.co For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
10/5/25 • 47:00
Neil, Jadey and I talk about the 1999 moive - The Limey. https://www.instagram.com/jadeyduffield/ For more about Neil: https://www.instagram.com/neilmarshall_director/ For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
9/28/25 • 51:42
I am joined once again by Anna Williams. This time we talk about the new album, La Mer. We also talk about how they pick songs and what struggles they face as professional musicians. https://www.neavetrio.com For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
9/21/25 • 54:55
I talk to Grammy nominated harpist Kirsten Copely on this episode. we talk about her history in music, her approach to composing and the dangers of restringing a harp. https://www.kirstencopelymusic.com For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
9/14/25 • 52:17
I am joined by Joe Cotela from Ded again. We talk about the new album, the thought that went into it and the growth between albums. https://www.dedband.com https://www.instagram.com/dedofficial/ For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
9/12/25 • 32:55
I am joined once again by Nicole Papastravrou to talk about Kallias' new album. We talk about the work she has done as a vocalist and how she is always working to learn and improve. https://www.instagram.com/nicole_papastavrou/ https://www.instagram.com/kalliasofficial/ https://kalliasofficial.bandcamp.com/music For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
9/10/25 • 34:25
I am joined by Damjan Krajacic. He is the flute player for Blue Landscapes. He joins me to talk about the new album. We talk about his musical history and how he and Robert approached this album. https://www.bluelandscapesmusic.com For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
9/7/25 • 54:11
This month, Jadey Picked After the Fox. Find out what we all thought - it might not be what you expect. Find out more about Jadey at: https://www.instagram.com/jadeyduffield/ For more about Neil: https://www.instagram.com/neilmarshall_director/ For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
8/31/25 • 57:47
I am joined once again by Robert Thies to talk about the new Blue Landscapes album. We talk about the writing process and how he and Damjan approach these projects. https://www.bluelandscapesmusic.com For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
8/24/25 • 50:37
I talk to Alex Schulz from the band Faun about their new album Hex. We talk about his history in music, how the band approaches song writing and much much more. https://faune.de/en/ https://www.instagram.com/faunofficial For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
8/17/25 • 38:16
I speak with Weslie from the band Moths. We talk about their approach to writing, how they have worked through changes, and much more. https://mothspr.bandcamp.com/music https://www.instagram.com/Moths_PR/ For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
8/10/25 • 34:14
This was the largest collection of artists yet! As always the art is embedded in chapters in the show and will be available at the Beyond the Playlist Facebook group. Mike South - https://www.instagram.com/stretscharmstronng/ Phil Rood - http://philrood.com/ Carolyn Fortuna - https://www.instagram.com/wyvernowl/ Audie Norman - https://www.instagram.com/theaudienorman/ J.F Dubeau - https://www.jfdubeau.com/ and https://www.achewillow.com Audio Chamberlain - https://www.instagram.com/agcfishypebbles/ For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
8/3/25 • 99:05
On this month's Beyond the Playlist Goes to the Movies Neil, Jadey and I talk about one of my favorite moives - This is Spinal Tap. Find out more about Jadey at: https://www.instagram.com/jadeyduffield/ For more about Neil: https://www.instagram.com/neilmarshall_director/ For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
7/27/25 • 59:23
I am joined once again by Karen Jonas. On this visit she talks about her new collection of poems that she is publishing and a new single. To order the book click here. To Find out more about Karen, click here. For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
7/20/25 • 39:57
Ashley Griffin joins me again on this episode to update us on how her show in Austin went and to talk about her new show opening soon in LA. We also get into a conversation about the skills and work that goes into being prepared for roles https://www.ashleygriffinofficial.com To get tickets to the LA show click here. For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
7/13/25 • 68:53
I am joined on this episode by Chris Ojeda from the band Byzantine. We talk about the new album, his history in music and much more. https://byzantinewv.com https://byzmerch.bigcartel.com For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
7/6/25 • 48:18
Jadey, Neil and Hammond discuss the very stylized Streets of Fire this month. Find out more about Jadey at: https://www.instagram.com/jadeyduffield/ For more about Neil: https://www.instagram.com/neilmarshall_director/ For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
6/29/25 • 60:54
I an honored to have Michelle on again and this time she talks about Ethical Media Group. What is that you ask. Listen and you will learn. https://www.ethicalmediagroup.io https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejubileegonzalez/ For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
6/22/25 • 44:53
Anna Williams joins me again but this time, I am introducing her to three new pieces of music. Join me as we talk about bias, comfort, and on ramps to new things. https://www.instagram.com/neavetrio/ For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
6/18/25 • 71:56
I am joined by Marcel Dürr to talk about the new release from Senna and about his approach to music and songwriting. https://sennaband.bigcartel.com/products https://www.facebook.com/senna.band/ https://www.instagram.com/senna.band/ For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
6/15/25 • 50:44
I am joined by drummer Mark Zonder to talk about his history in music and his new album and a lot more. https://www.facebook.com/mark.zonder https://www.metalblade.com/a-z/ For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
6/8/25 • 55:40
On this episode, I talk to Jimmy Katone about his career and his new EP. We talk about practicing, his musical history and much more. https://linktr.ee/katone_official https://katone.bandcamp.com/album/flesh-and-fire For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
6/4/25 • 39:33
I am joined again, after a decade by Scott Van Wagenen to talk about the Stretch Armstrong Reunion show and all things Stretch. https://www.instagram.com/stretscharmstronng/ https://www.forkfest.org For more Beyond the Playlist https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ https://www.instagram.com/jhammondc/ Theme music by Jason Bieler. You can find out more about him at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com Cover art by Phil Rood. https://philroodart.com
6/1/25 • 59:03
Jadey, Neil and I talk about A Few Good Men. Find out more about Jadey at: https://www.instagram.com/jadeyduffield/ For more about Neil: https://www.instagram.com/neilmarshall_director/ For more Beyond the Playlist: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Beyondtheplaylist/ The theme is by Jason Bieler And The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra You can learn more about him and buy his music at https://jasonbieler.bandcamp.com The cover art is by Phil Rood.
5/25/25 • 59:45
