Bottom of the Bill

Bottom of the Bill

Bottom of the bill is a podcast for DIY musicians navigating the current landscape on the periphery of the major industry cities. Hosted by Anton Laplume and Billy Begley, members of Jacksonville, FL’s up and coming band, Side Hustle, the podcast features appearances from various artists, club promoters, management, agents, and venue owners to give some real insight on the industry. Add a bit of comedic relief from from Begley and Laplume’s back and forth with the occasional jam session and you have, Bottom of the Bill.

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December 19, 2023 139 mins

This week, we're bringing the chill beach pop vibes to the studio with our homies Destiny Lopez of Babe Honey! They just dropped a new single "Thank You Dean" on all platforms and have much more in the works!

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This week, we're honored to be joined by some of our closest friends, Chelsey Michelle and Chris Underdal from Alchematic! They have just released their new EP called "Walk Away" which you can stream on all platforms! Tune in to hear about all the cool things they have in the works!

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This week, we are thrilled to welcome Jacksonville's newest indie-pop sensation, Sun Child! Brooke Garwood and Millie Hudson make up the core of Sun Child bringing their quirky and fun dynamic into the studio. Subscribe, hit that notification bell, and leave your thoughts in the comments section.

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Welcome to Bottom of the Bill! This week, we're super excited to have Madison Grace back on the podcast. Madison, the actress and singer-songwriter with a flair for the dramatic – whether it's saving the world or stirring things up – has been keeping busy these last couple of years. We can't wait to catch up with her and chat about all the exciting twists in her career! Subscribe, hit that notification bell, and leave your thoughts...

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Welcome to Bottom of the Bill! This week, we're thrilled to feature our good friend Jack Ringca, also known as Jackie Stranger—a multi-instrumentalist hailing from Jacksonville, Florida. Jack specializes in American roots music and delivers only the finest in sad bastard compositions. Subscribe, hit that notification bell, and leave your thoughts in the comments section.

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Welcome to Bottom of the Bill! This week, we're pleased to welcome Keith Harry, a versatile musician, songwriter, sound engineer, and producer. Keith is a seasoned professional in the music industry based in the picturesque city of Asheville, nestled in Western North Carolina. Presently, he is an active member of multiple musical projects, including Andrew Scotchie & the River Rats, Kevin Daniel & the Bottom Line, and the S...

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Welcome to Bottom of the Bill! This week, we're joined by Jared Cowen from the dynamic rock trio Baked Shrimp. Hailing from the vibrant music scene of Long Island, NY, the trio consists of Jared Cowen (Guitar/Vocals), Scott Reill (Bass/Vocals), and Jager Soss (Drums/Vocals). They've risen to prominence as a rising force within the festival circuit, and 2022 and 2023 have seen a whirlwind of success for the band, marked by a remarka...

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October 31, 2023 127 mins

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This week, we're joined by Jacksonville-based punk band Lifted Riffs. Their new single, “Green,” is about to be released on all platforms. Eager to ignite a movement within the punk community, guitarist/vocalist Benjamin Hudnall, bassist/vocalist JohnMichael Cone, and drummer Haydn Cone are not only making a name for themselves but also carrying the torch of nostalgia, keeping the spirit of the 90s a...

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"This week, we're joined by Jax-based country artist Madison Hughes. It was a joy to sit down and talk to her about her musical direction, the start of her creative journey, and much more! Madison is a singer-songwriter who is versatile across multiple genres and styles, creating "countrified" versions of rock classics or more folksy, sultry interpretations of pop hits. In 2022, she decided to auditi...

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Welcome to Bottom of the Bill! This week, we have the honor of welcoming Mark Lettieri, a five-time GRAMMY Award-winning guitarist, composer, producer, and instructor. He is a musical virtuoso and a driving force in contemporary instrumental music. With a lifelong passion for the guitar, Mark's journey has taken him from the stages of the jazz-fusion powerhouse Snarky Puppy to co-founding The Fearless Flyers, and now he enjoys a th...

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October 10, 2023 143 mins

This week on Bottom of the Bill, we welcome vocalist Cortnie Frazier and multi-instrumentalist Ihlan Magloire of Jacksonville’s Coyboi. Both have been active members of the Jacksonville music scene for years, playing with various cover bands and in studio sessions. They formed Coyboi in August 2020 to create music that uses their favorite genres: soul, R&B, rock, and emo music. With Coyboi, Cortnie and Ihlan get to create and p...

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This week on Bottom of the Bill, we had the pleasure of hosting Norah Dougherty, a professional pianist and LGBTQIA+ activist. With her incredible talent and unique perspective, Norah sheds light on her journey as a musician in the trans community, sharing both her triumphs and challenges that have shaped her into the remarkable artist she is today. Subscribe, hit that notification bell, and leave your thoughts in the comments sect...

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In this week’s episode of Bottom of the Bill, we welcome our new friend Jon Deering. Jon is currently the upright bass player in the Bryce Alastair Band, a Blues Rock and Roots band based in Jacksonville, FL. He’s just an all-around great dude and we had a great time with him on the show this week conversing about all things music Subscribe, hit that notification bell, and leave your thoughts in the comments section.

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In this week’s episode of Bottom of the Bill, we welcome Jaxonville-based saxophonist and great friend Juan Rollan. Juan is a premier musician in the southeastern jazz circuit and has had the privilege of performing with such legendary artists as soul great Al Green, Diane Schuur, Bernadette Peters, Ellis Hall and Jimmy Cobb (Miles Davis’ “Kind of Blue”). This week we take a deep dive into a variety of musical topics, get a little ...

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September 12, 2023 84 mins

This week we welcome guitar virtuoso, singer-songwriter, and producer Ariel Posen to the podcast. Ariel is a busy man, working on different projects as a sideman and as a producer for numerous artists across various genres including country, jazz, blues, R&B, pop, and rock. In addition to his solo work, he is also a member of roots-rock band The Bros. Landreth. We’re so grateful he took the time out of his schedule to chat it u...

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This week we’re excited to welcome Cinematographer, Editor, and Digital Creator Myles Dante. Myles has worked on projects for MTV, HGTV, Oxygen, and is currently involved in MTV’s Family Legacy Docuseries. Myles is a super interesting guy with a lot to say about the current creative landscape so sit back and enjoy the conversation.

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This week we’re joined by our friends Jeremy Prince & Kevin Peacon from Jacksonville’s moody alt-rock fusion band Star Collar. This band of intergalactic misfits coaxes a psychedelic blend of rock, jazz, bluegrass, and Latin music into a symphony of other-worldly delight. They’re also really into feet! Thanks for listening and be sure to check out their singles & socials below Subscribe, hit that notification bell, and leav...

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This week we’re joined by vocalist Lauren Wessling and guitarist Joshua Parks from the super high-energy indie pop/rock band - Parks and Razz. We thoroughly enjoyed spending time with them this week, and while the conversation sometimes veered off a bit due to various tangents, it's clear we’re having a great time with these rising stars. Hailing from Jacksonville you can catch them playing out all over north Florida, and also be s...

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This week we’re joined by creative force Andrew Scotchie! For over ten years, Andrew has established himself as a leading figure among rock and blues musicians in Asheville and the broader region of Western North Carolina. In a Southern Appalachian city renowned for its Americana, bluegrass, and mountain melodies, Scotchie has risen from the urban landscape to become a genuine representative of rock music, embodying an unexplored a...

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Welcome back to the Bottom of the Bill music podcast! This week we’re joined by “The Queen of Breakup Songs” Tori Nance. Tori is an incredible songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Jacksonville, FL. She performs in a one-woman-band style, playing cajon and snare with foot pedals while singing and strumming the guitar. She’s also an amazing songwriter whose songs are filled with relatable themes and earworms lyrics presented in ...

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