Host Andrew Moose welcomes DownTown Abby & The Echoes to I'm With the Band. Built around a powerful voice and hard-driving rock ‘n’ soul rhythm section, Asheville, NC’s DownTown Abby & The Echoes has begun to secure a foothold in the Southeast music scene.  No Contact Concert Series Special thanks to Codex Sound and Midwood Entertainment Buy DTA&TE Music here!

Abigail makes her hosting debut on the Mesh, sitting down with Bandits on the Run, a three piece band from Brooklyn, NY who can be described as a nostalgic, and even mystical experience. Sydney Shepherd, who sings and plays cello as one of the Bandits, last joined us 3 years ago as a solo artist. Sit back and let the Bandits on the Run steal you away for a while. The songs heard on this podcast are from their latest EP: Sweet Thing Heart of Silence Blue Heaven Find Bandits on the Run on...

Moose and Abigail sat down on location with the members of Porch 40 before their performance at Granite Falls Brewing. Puling influences from an array of genres, Porch 40, from Cullowhee, NC has a rapidly growing fanbase and are currently touring the southeast supporting their new album "Spread It Heavy.” Porch 40 is also heading the Summer Lawn Party in Hickory NC on June 20, 2015. www.summerlawnparty.com.

Andrew Moose, a former guest on I'm With The Band, returns as host to welcome The Quick Walkers to the MESH studios.  The Quick Walkers are a western NC based folk duo made up of Abigail Taylor on vocals & uke and Jordan Gibbs on guitar & vocals.  In the I'm With The Band tradition they chat with Andrew and share a couple of tunes.

I'm With the Band has a much anticipated return with Charlotte, NC based vocalist and songwriter, Holly Lorette.  From her Southern upbringing, to her mesmerizing melody, this lady has musical charm for days.  Alan sits down with Holly and her Producer Eric Lovell to learn a little and listen a lot! Want to know more about Holly and where to find her?  Visit : www.hollylorette.com -or- www.thejollylollies.com Better yet, just go buy her latest album -- here's where to find it on...

Mary-Margaret sits down with college friend and all around good guy, Andrew Moose.  As frontman of The Woodersons, he's the one that's comfortable behind the mic.  Moose fills us in on life playing big, small, old, new, whatever the gig may be - because they've been there.  The Woodersons are making their name known in the growing Hickory music scene -- and after you hear him sing, I think you'll see why.   Good times, good friends, good tunes.  Enjoy the latest I'm With the Band featuring...

Newland NC's own have formed a new band of rock... we welcome members of A Time Devised to the studio for this I'm With the Band episode.  It's taken them a few tries, but they are where they feel comfortable and playing the shows they want to play.  Writing their music and getting a taste at recording, these guys are performing soulful rock and roll for a wide variety of audeinces.   For more information on A Time Devised, check them out on facebook!  

I'm With the Band is back in the MESH studio!  We are joined by the Moore Brothers Band and their mesmerising picking skills!  Issac, Jacob, and Daniel (ages 10, 15 and 19) make up this trio who are taking the bluegrass world by storm!  Join Mary-Margaret as she sits down with the guys and talks about everything from touring to teching, performing to recording, golf and... tresspassing??   Be sure to check out the Moore Brothers Band at www.moorebrothersband.com

Stopping by The MESH is Tori Sparks... based in Barcelona, Spain, after having recently relocated from Nashville. She spends most of her time on the road all over the world. Tori speaks and sings in English, French and Spanish & plays over 200 concerts each year.  She is known as a champion of the DIY business model, and regularly speaks on at universities, performing arts schools, music conferences and festivals (SXSW, Folk Alliance, WOMEX many others). Please see www.torisparks.com for...

Singer songwriter Kyle Vincent joins Chad in the MESH studio on this latest episode of "I'm With The Band".  Kyle signed to MCA as a solo artist and recorded his album "Trust".  This led to being the opening act for Barry Manilow on the "Greatest Hits and Then Some" tour. Some have called him the "Crown Prince of Soft Pop" and now it's our turn to go behind the scenes with him.  

Host Chad Austin sits down with Statesville, NC singer/songwriter Tim Galliher and discusses everything from Ramen Noodles to playing with Jim Avett, father of The Avett Brothers. Tune in and hear what Tim has to say and listen as he shares some of his music (one song which he just wrote two days before the recording!). Running Time – 32 minutes

While on their first tour of the United States, British country musicians “My Darling Clementine” stopped by the MESH studios for an interview and hung around long enough to play some songs from their brand new album “How Do You Plead?” Check it out! Running Time – 35 minutes

Henry River a.k.a. Andy Rhoney has been writing songs for years and playing sporadic shows when he can.  What keeps this local musician going?  Tune in to find out what keeps Henry River’s creativity flowing and enjoy not two, not three, but four original tunes that Henry plays live in the MESH studios. Running Time – 49 minutes

Sydney Shepherd is a gal who likes to keep busy.  Whether she’s polishing her acting chops at North Carolina School of the Arts for her work on Broadway this summer or laying down some tunes with Harold (her trusty banjo) things are always moving.  Chad sits down and talks with this NC native as she preps to release a new EP of material.

Chad’s back in the studio for something a little different. This episode of “I’m With The Band” highlights Rick Cline – Hickory’s own beat boy. From high school marching bands, to steel drums, African drumming, jazz and dance bands… Rick has “drummed” them all. Later in the show, Rick is joined by some special guests who update you on what Rick is doing these days and tell you about his latest venture. So, tune in and see what this busy musician is working on now! Lets listen in…

Lenoir native Will Willis joins us in the studio for this episode of I’m With the Band. Host Chad Austin talks in depth about recording styles, local hang-outs, and their matched admiration for Peter Gabriel. Hear about the production group Will is involved in and how he is helping to bring notice to some of the area’s unknown talent and venues. Will’s classic singer songwriter style is showcased during his in-studio performances of a few of his original tunes. Let’s listen in…

On this month’s episode of I’m With The Band, your host Chad welcomes Andrew, Robert, Rod, Trevor, Blake and Ricky – collectively known as Yarn. Hailing from Brooklyn, NY, this bluegrass style band joins us in the studio to talk about life before the band and where their success has landed them now that they’re an up-and-coming musical ensemble playing all across the country. With a following that spreads coast to coast, Yarn is dedicated to bringing quality music everywhere they go. Listen...

On this month’s episode of I’m With The Band, the tables turn as Mary-Margaret fills in for Chad, a member of this month’s spotlight band, The Logic. From how the band got it’s name to the style and method of forming one of the Carolina’s most contemporary cover bands, join Mary-Margaret to discover what makes this local band tick. Explore the talent of The Logic and enjoy the music, conversation and good time with the band. For more information on The Logic, visit their web site at:...

To help celebrate the holiday season, Chad spends some time with the band Puddingstone! Hailed as the "best kept secret in North Carolina", this band plays a wide range of Americana such as fife and drum, Celtic, folk, New Age, Flamenco, Renaissance and even some classical. Puddingstone is a 6-7 member band including percussion, hammered dulcimer, harp and flutes, vocals, guitar, synthesizer and sometimes fiddle. Chad interviews Dr. David Abernathy from Puddingstone, and listens to some...

Asheville based band, Sanctum Sully, joins us in the studio for some toe tappin' down south bluegrass. As they take some time away from recording their next album, we hear about their upcoming gigs, daily lives, and have a few laughs with these good ol' boys. To learn more about Sanctum Sully, visit their web site at www.sanctumsully.com.