Fascination Street Podcast

Adrien Skye talks about growing up in a religious household, and the inspiration she got from the music she listened to in secret.

Adrien Skye - Musician (The Gothspel of Adrien Skye)

Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as l get to know singersongwriter Adrien Skye. In this episode, we chat about her emotional & physical journey from small town NC to LA, & her debut record 'The Gothspell of Adrien Skye' on CiFi Records. OUT NOW!
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Adrien Skye - Musician (The Gothspel of Adrien Skye) Adrien Skye Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Adrien Skye. Adrien is a brand new artist jumping on the scene with her debut E.P. called "The Gothspel of Adrien Skye". In this episode, we get to know Adrien, where she grew up, and how that influenced her decision to move to Los Angeles to begin her music career. She shares stories of her struggles of faith and spirituality on her journey to discovering herself, some of her musical & lyrical inspirations, and what it actually means to find herself. We touch on organized religion, a personal relationship with GOD, and introspection. Adrien's debut E.P "The Gothspel of Adrien Skye" is also the debut artist release for CiFi Records. Previously, CiFi Records has only released music under a single artist; the company founder, Corey Feldman. Naturally, I ask how she was discovered by Feldman, and Corey even pops on the episode to answer a question or two and help clarify a detail or two. Corey not only produced this record, but he is also responsible for some of the instrumentation, as well as providing additional vocals. They both generously give me permission to play my favorite track from the debut album. 'Circus Queen' is the lead single from the record, and it is a banger! I enjoy this album quite a bit, and it's varied musical stylings give us a glimpse into some of the different directions Adrien might delve into on some of her future projects. From the church worship team in small town North Carolina, to Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, to Limp Bizkit and goth inspired gospel; this interview really shines a light on who she is, and why the 'Gothspell of Adrien Skye' is not only her introduction to the world, but even to herself. Check out her music everywhere you find music digitally and keep an eye on AdrienSkye.com for more about her, the new record, and all of the cool stuff on the way!

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Mike & Janell Bass of Ponyboy Slings; explain what happens when you say 'YES' to an Angel Investor! #PonyBoySlings

Mike & Janell Bass from Ponyboy Slings share a bit of their love story, & helped launch a new brand. #PonyBoySlings

Mike & Janell Bass talk about some of the signature cocktails they created for other companies before they stsrted Ponyboy Slings.
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Mike & Janell Bass (Ponyboy Slings) talk about how they met during covid & decided to start a brand. #PonyBoySlings #spam

Mike Bass talks about when he was going to open a bar in Amsterdam; but instead met & married Janell in Louisville, and started a beverage company called Ponyboy Slings.
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Mike & Janell Bass (from Pony Boy Slings) Mike talks about what his plan was, what he wanted to be.

Mike & Janell Bass - Beverage Entrepreneurs (Pony Boy Slings)

Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as l get to know Mike & Janell Bass, the creative lovebirds behind the newest sensation in premium canned bourbon cocktails: Pony Boy Slings. #PonyBoySlings

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Mike & Janell Bass - Beverage Entrepreneurs (Pony Boy Slings) Mike & Janell Bass Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Mike and Janell Bass. Mike & Janell are the creative team behind the new canned cocktail sensation Pony Boy Slings. In this episode, we get to know these two crazy kids. They tell the story of their journey from different parts of the country, to end up meeting in Louisville, Kentucky during, and because of the Covid 19 pandemic. Janell shares some of her backstory as a voiceover actress for video games and tv shows, and an award-winning sales associate; while Mike regales us with tales of bartending, and cocktail creating for various global restaurant & bar companies. Thanks to Covid and some online dating apps, this lovely duo met and fell in love. Naturally I ask how all of this applies to their startup beverage company. Pony Boy Slings was created out of a super cool stroke of luck, and opportunity. I'm not going to spoil the story, but let's just say that there may be an angel involved! Pony Boy Slings are a line of refreshing easy to handle bourbon based carbonated canned cocktails. There are three flavors currently, and they are available all over Kentucky and Tennessee, wherever fine alcoholic beverages are sold. Check them out at DrinkPonyBoy.com and follow them on Instagram & Tik Tok.

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*Throwback** to when Show Runner Carol Barbee explained what her Netflix show Raising Dion is about.
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Throwback to when actor Jesse Kove was on the show and talked about what is is like to work with his dad Martin Kove

Author Randee Dawn explains the universe she created for her "Tuniverse" series of fiction books. @randeedawn.com

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Randee Dawn and l talk about her newest novel "Leave No Trace" (out now) and I ask her how it ends! @randeedawn.com

Author Randee Dawn talks about the fairy world she created for her book The Only Song Worth Singing & the books to follow in that series. @randeedawn.com

Randee Dawn talks about that time that she went on tour with #Radiohead to write a story about them for Alternative Press Magazine. @randeedawn.com

Its it always a fun time! Thanks Randee!

Randee Dawn Returns! - Author (Leave No Trace / Tune In Tomorrow)

Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as l get to know even more about speculative fiction author Randee Dawn. In this return appearance, @randeedawn.com and l catch up on her writing, and talk about her newest novel Leave No Trace.
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Randee Dawn Returns! - Author (Leave No Trace / Tune In Tomorrow) Randee Dawn Returns! Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know even more about Randee Dawn. Randee first appeared on the show in April of 2025, and now she is back with more book talk! Randee's newest novel is called Leave No Trace, is out now, and is available everywhere you get books. In this episode, we chat about why Radiohead gave her a gold record, some of her experiences writing for Alternative Press magazine, and touring with Radiohead in their earlier days. Then we move onto her course in BEING interviewed, some of her past vacation destinations, upcoming vacation destinations, and what kind of things she searches out while visiting new places. Finally, we get into her books. Randee has several speculative fiction novels out; as well as a few in the works. he writes two series, in two different universes. I get her to explain each of the books and their associated universes. Her newest endeavor is Leave No Trace, which is book 2 in her musician / fairy series. While reading book 1 isn't 100% necessary, it sure helps. We also discuss her other books, including: The Only Song Worth Singing, Tune In Tomorrow, We Interrupt This Program, Don't Touch That Dial, and Leave No Trace. Keep your eyes peeled for Randee Dawn Appearances at fantasy and writing cons worldwide. She will be at World Fantasy Con coming up and frequently appears at World Con and others. All of Randee's books are available at RandeeDawn.com.The

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Liz Longley explains how she struggled to maintain her authenticity & not get sucked into music row. @lizlongley.bsky.social

Liz Longley and l continue our conversation about the use of PROSODY, specifically in HER own music.
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Liz Longley explains what her favorite word in musicology is & why. lt was new to me, now you too!
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Liz Longley tells me why she opted for a second Kickstarter campaign, and just how successful it was.
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Liz Longley & l chat about her 2012 Kickstarter; the purpose, financial goal, & amazing results.
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Nashville based singer-songwriter music sensation Liz Longley explains WHY in the world she is Reiki certified.
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Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as l get to know Nashville singer-songwriter Liz Longley. In this episode, we followed her careers ups, downs, & how she bought her music back from a record label. Plus l play her songs & a giveaway
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Liz Longley - Singer Songwriter (Funeral for My Past / New Life) Liz Longley Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Nashville based artist Liz Longley. In this episode, Liz and I chat about her being born & raised in Pennsylvania, not far from where Taylor grew up, and how there MUST be something in the water in that area! Then we get into some of the reasons behind her attending; as well as some of the thigs that she learned at The Berkley School of Music. We touch very briefly on her similarly brief NYC residence, before she packed her guitar and her song book, and headed for the much more apt Nashville. Of course, I get her to explain a musical concept that I only recently learned about, and it turns out that it is her favorite musicology term! Then we talk about her music. Liz has released SEVEN albums! I pepper her with questions about some of my favorites of her work, and the meaning behind them. Naturally, I ask her about her two Kickstarter campaigns. In 2012, Liz launched a Kickstarter campaign designed to help her finance a studio album. By the end of the campaign, she has raised 157% of her goal. The resulting record that she made, landed her a record deal with Sugar Hill Records! We discuss a bit of her time at that record company, and how her exit from it transpired. Sadly, when she left the record company, they had received & shelved her latest album. So, she turned once again, to her backers at Kickstarter. Her 2020 Kickstarter campaign had a goal to raise enough funds to PURCHASE the finished album from the record company. The campaign met the stated goal in the first 24 hours and went on to raise 333% of the financial goal; making that one of the biggest musician campaigns ever funded on the platform. She used the extra funds to create TWO more records! Liz was a blast to chat with, and she even let me play two of her songs that I absolutely love. PLUS, we get together to come up with an amazing offer for the listeners of this episode. Liz will send every listener a FREE CD EP (just pay shipping)! Click the link below to get that FREE CD! Make sure you follow her on all of the social medias, and check her website for tour dates near you. At the time of this recording, Liz was about 8.75 months pregnant with her second child. That baby was born less than 2 weeks ago! Congratulations Liz and welcome Connor to the world! Link to FREE CD (Just pay shipping) https://www.lizlongley.com/fsh-sale-1

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Lew Apollo explains moving from Minnesota to Austin to be a songwriter, having never written a song; sort of.
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