THE RECEIVER

The Werks

The Werks are huge. Seriously, they'e big dudes. And they play huge, epic music that moves your body and gets up in your soul. And they even have a perfect outlet every year for them and their favorite bands to get down and everyone can join the party. The Werk Out Fest is moving to Legend Valley this year and promises to be a huge bash. The Werks are relentless. They tour constantly and are dedicated to their craft and their following. They have 4 albums out now, with the newest being their self-titled album, which was released in April 2012. Check them out, they put on a hell of a show. Werks: * ROB CHAFIN - DRUMS/VOCALS * DINO DIMITROULEAS - BASS/VOCALS * NORMAN DIMITROULEAS - KEYS/VOCALS * CHRIS HOUSER - GUITAR/VOCALS * COLIN MARTIN - GUEST SAXds For more info, visit: thewerksmusic.com facebook.com/thewerks twitter: @the_werks Thanks for tuning in! bustownmusic.blogspot.com

DJ Drastic

Dj Drastic aka Scratch Johnson is one busy man. From producing beats, to scratching live shows, to rockin with bands, to having his own 24 hour radio station... Drastic does not stop, Nor do we want him too! Getting involved in music early in his life, he has been around long enough to know what's what, while still kickin out fresh material after fresh material! BusTown Music spoke to DJ Drastic after his set from Skully's at the Mojoflo Mardi Gras show.  We talked about Columbus hiphop, all his projects and got some golden advice for dj's and other musicians alike. So kick back and enjoy the beatscape it's bound to be juicy.

JARED MAHONE

Jared Mahone is an artist who is "committed to living within the arc of the creative." That, coupled with his spirited yet humble personality truly comes out in the soulful/funky/pop grooves that he and his band create for the audience. He wants to connect with you, dear listener, and I suggest you flow with the energetic vibes. Don't fight it! And oh yeah, he's a beat-boxing fiend as well! I sat down with Jared to talk about his new record, his love for Columbus, and more. Check it out!  For more info go to jaredmahone.com For more BusTown Music podcasts, articles, photos and more, check out www.bustownmusic.blogspot.com  The Evan Oberla Show is produced by Aaron Oakley The Evan Oberla Show is hosted by, yep, Evan Oberla   Photos by Brian Linville

TONY MONACO

BusTown Music had the pleasure of chatting with World renowned pianist and Columbus local, Tony Monaco and capturing his amazing weekly gig every Tuesday at the Rumba Cafe. Check it out! Special Thanks to Rumba Cafe & Tony Monaco The Evan Oberla show is produced by Aaron Oakley Check out www.bustownmusic.blogspot.com for more podcasts, reviews and videos!

THE RECEIVER

HAPPY NEW YEAR FOLKS! The Evan Oberla Show kicks off the new year with a dynamic and thoughtful local band here in Columbus- The Receiver.  The Receiver is an indie rock band made up of brothers Casey (keyboards, bass, vocals) and Jesse Cooper (drums, vocals), as well as recently added Sean Gardner (guitar, keyboards).  Listen to their conversation with Evan Oberla about their music, their inspirations as well as the state of Columbus's music scene!  Enjoy...