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Episode 114 - Ava & Daisy LaVaute

On this episode, we're airing an all-new Father's Day Special! Colin hosts his daughters Ava and Daisy LaVaute of the up-and-coming music act LaVa Girls! The girls and Dad reflect on their recent performances at open mics and seeing their favorite band Weezer last weekend. We'll also be spinning tracks by Sierra Ferrell, Mani Pedi, My Twins, Molly Healey, and Queens of the Stone Age.

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Episode 113 - Tony Lotven

On this Big Muddy Music Hour episode, our guest is longtime CoMo Music Scene staple Tony Lotven! We chat about how the scene has evolved over the decades and his work with Compass Inc. We also spin tracks by Tom Petty, Ben Folds, Jason Isbell, and My Morning Jacket!

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Episode 112 - Joshua Radin

Listen to this episode chockful of new Missouri music! We spin tracks by Black Bear Boxer, Beth Bombara, The January Lanterns, Foo Fighters, and Meredith Shaw Music. Colin was also joined by returning guest Joshua Radin and shared an illuminating conversation about his recent travels and how they influenced his new duo of EPs.

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Episode 111 - The New Respects

It's the Pedaler's Jamboree Special! Colin chats with headliners The New Respects and spins tracks by The Comancheros, The Royal Furs, That 1 Guy, One Way Traffic, Kyren Penrose, Ha Ha Tonka, and The Barroom Billies.

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Episode 110 - Steve Ewing

On this episode, we're comin' in hot as Steve Ewing of The Urge returns to the show ahead of his performance at Storytellers: Steve Ewing on May 26th! This intimate acoustic event with the bombastic frontman of The Urge is not to be missed! We also will be spinning a ton of great tracks, including new music from The Many Colored Death and David Wax Museum!

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Episode 109 - Joanne Shaw Taylor

Our guest is blues phenom, Joanne Shaw Taylor! She and Colin have a great chat about coming up as a prodigy in England and her special professional relationship with Joe Bonamassa. We also spin tracks by Ben Folds, Devon Gilfillian, Jason Isbell, Ritch Henderson, and Grace Potter.

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Episode 108 - Arlo McKinley & Ritch Henderson

We sit down with tear-in-yer-beer Country stalwarts Arlo McKinley & Ritch Henderson before they take the stage at Rose Park. In this deep-dive chat, we talk about their musical journeys and what makes Columbia such a special place to perform.

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Episode 107 - Ivan Neville

Colin meets with Ivan Neville. Ivan is the son of Aaron Neville and has played part in the lineage brought to us by The Neville Brothers. Now, Ivan is releasing his first album in 20 years.

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Episode 106 - Dave Para

On this episode of BMMH, Colin is joined by Mid-MO folk legend Dave Para. We talk about his Big Muddy Folk Festival and do a deep dive into Missouri history and oral traditions.

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Episode 105 - Willi Carlisle

In the Season Premiere of the Big Muddy Music Hour, Colin is joined by Willi Carlisle, whose recent ascension on the folk and alt-country scene is as astounding as it is deserved.

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Episode 97 - Decadent Nation

For the first time ever, Colin hosts the members of his band Decadent Nation ahead of their album release this Friday. Colin chats with Devin, Zack, and Kyle about musical beginnings and what went into their self-titled album that is six years in the making.

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Episode 96 - Kenny Wayne Shepherd

Colin catches up with blues rock icon Kenny Wayne Shepherd! We have a great chat about the celebration surrounding the 25th anniversary of his hugely successful album Trouble Is... Also, Colin has a big announcement that you aren't going to want to miss.

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