561 Music

561 Music

561 Music is hosted by Ben Childs and Hector Diaz of Killbillies. Listen every week as 561 Music hosts a different artist and/or local venue owner helping spread the word on the local music scene. Each episode will contain guest interviews, gear reviews, live performances, and show recommendations to not miss that week.

Episodes

June 20, 2026 62 mins

This week Leah Simmons stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about her music, the people she has been lucky enough to work with, her approach to writing, and the way she balances cover gigs with her own material.

Leah Simmons can be found at the following links:
Website: https://leahsimmonsmusic.com/home
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leahsimmonsmusic?igsh=N2Y5b2JpYmZvZDY1&utm\_source=qr
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This week Chxsing Stxrs stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about the business of creating a metalcore product that is slick, cohesive, professional and solid but also enjoying it in the process..

can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chxsngstxrs

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This week Bomb The Algorithm stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about . what the XXXX is going on as well as some stories of their music, lyrics and musical journey. It isn't an easy time my friends. Be excellent to each other x

can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bombthealgorithm
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This week Michael Paparo, the luthier and musician behind Paparo Strings and Frets stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about his amazing skill as a luthier and his many projects and movements within the South Florida music scene over the last 30 years!.

Paparo Strings and Frets can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paparostringsandfrets/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com...

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May 22, 2026 55 mins

This week, the guys from Waterplant stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about nusic, football, life, the universem and everything!

can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenightskymusic?igsh=MWs5d2Fyanp6ZzFvMg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

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In this episode, Lexi and Tyler stop by the studio and dish all the dirt on Red Light District! The Truth is that we had a thoughtful conversation about finding inspiration from Lexi's social work and relationship history. We also talked about their production thoughts and techniques, and their inspirations musically.

can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/official.redlightdistrict?igsh=...

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May 8, 2026 62 mins

This week Monarch Hill stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about mutual friends, gigs, band life and more!

can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monarch_hill_official/

561 Music Playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7y2i0AgJTGRMtxMADgZ7AZ?si=Zp77sq_BTue_wWTDouxH2g

561 Music Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/561musicpodcast
Instagram: https://www.in...

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May 1, 2026 56 mins

This week stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about .

can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenightskymusic?igsh=MWs5d2Fyanp6ZzFvMg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Enjoy their music on Spotify, or you can find them on the new 561 Music Playlist we created of various local artists that we will be continually updating.

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This week Aba Zions stopped by. He is really a great bloke. Find out on this episode! We chatted about music, the fact that we all have a place in this music game, and his new song Let's Get High.
can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abazionstrio/

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This week, Morgan Leasf from Steinger Greene and Feiner stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about the work that the law firm does in the community to support thing such as 561 music! We can't thsank them enough for all their continued support!

For music music on Spotify to listen to after, you can find them on the new 561 Music Playlist we created of various local artists that we will be continually updating.

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This week Brett Staska stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about Florida, The depths you can go in Florida lore, the surprising amount of excellent Florida Country stars and acts, and his own love of country from the past.

Brett can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brettstaska/

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This week More Better Band stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about their music, their exciting last couple of months and of course, ska! .

can be found at the following links:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/morebetterband

Enjoy their music on Spotify, or you can find them on the new 561 Music Playlist we created of various local artists that we will be continually updating.

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This week Roots Shakedown stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about their inspiration behind their new record and we play with an old casio keyboard! .

can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenightskymusic?igsh=MWs5d2Fyanp6ZzFvMg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

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This week Turbo stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about their music and lyrics, why they started the band and the meaning and intent behind their music .

Turbo Kid can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/@turbokid_band
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This week stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about .

can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenightskymusic?igsh=MWs5d2Fyanp6ZzFvMg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Enjoy their music on Spotify, or you can find them on the new 561 Music Playlist we created of various local artists that we will be continually updating.

on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/75DGQfFZpYXLpWY...

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February 20, 2026 76 mins

This week stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about the wonderful meanderings of the curious musical mind!

can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fillomusic

Enjoy their music on Spotify, or you can find them on the new 561 Music Playlist we created of various local artists that we will be continually updating.

on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4udnZ221miXqDW4...

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This week Naluna stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about the importance of getting out of your comfort zone and taking this music game seriously!

Naluna can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.terner?igsh=cGw3YWpmd296Yndt&utm_source=qr
Website: https://linktr.ee/david.terner?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=d64c476b-b3a4-4208-9e01-252cac7ec976

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This week Heidi Merrill stopped by the studio and had a great chat with us about her life as a Country Music Singer, how she came to it through her modelling, and her new single!

Heidi Merrill can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidimerrill

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This week stopped by the studio and had a great on zoom about their rise to prominence in South West Florida!

Shy Blossom can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shyblossom_official/

Enjoy their music on Spotify, or you can find them on the new 561 Music Playlist we created of various local artists that we will be continually updating.

on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6q...

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This week stopped by the studio and had a great on zoom about their rise to prominence in South West Florida!

Shy Blossom can be found at the following links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shyblossom_official/

Enjoy their music on Spotify, or you can find them on the new 561 Music Playlist we created of various local artists that we will be continually updating.

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