Columbus Local
Each "COLUMBUS LOCAL" episode features discussion with primarily local Columbus Ohio based musicians, and provides first-hand accounts of background, adventures, stories, and inspirations.
Occasionally, an episode will colour outside the lines and feature an interesting topic or person outside of the main podcast theme.
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Len Damico has most recently performed live music as guitarist with Columbus Ohio USA based local rock band, "Days Gone By".
His self-produced original music can be heard here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/12poI1I7VUtDgLLJMBqxsf?si=GuloEZNwT2Wyx-ifun-YPA
- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 63 minutes
- Episodes
- 130
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
#123 - Mike Clark
On 9.6.25, Columbus based band "Long Play" performs a Queen Tribute at Natalie's on 5th, and you can hear about it in episode 123 firsthand from the band's fabulous bassist: Mike Clark. Learn about M…
#122 - one7one
Several members of Columbus Ohio based band one7one stop in to throw down laughs, backstories, and insights to the 10.04.25 one7one Reunion show at Victory's on High Street. Listen as Jeffery Fisher,…
#121 - Delyn Christian
He might not be rich, he might not be famous, but he is legendary. Episode #121, meet Delyn Christian, Kentucky ex-Pat, Tennessee Farm boy, bestie of John Schwab, husband to Ann and songwriter for (a…
#120 - Kelly Bowman
Vocalist Kelly Bowman describes the sophisticated precision metal of "HybridNation" and the band's most recent release of full CD "Bringers of the Dawn". Hear first hand about Kelly's musical backgro…
#119 - Roark Maddern
Columbus, Ohio based Musician, Drummer and Bassist , Roark Maddern is currently involved in three local COLUMBUS space music efforts, and we learn about each of them. Roark is a born rhythm section,…
#118 - "Painting the Canvas" with Steve Mitchell, Sally Mitchell, Julie Neal, Beth Nuzum Cronenweth
Columbus Ohio based musicians Steve Mitchell, Julie Neal, Beth Nuzum Cronenweth with your host as well as the ever fabulous Sally Mitchell spontaneously gather and reveal current music events, past s…
#117 - Doug Turlo
Columbus Ohio based musician/Bassist/guitarist Doug Turlo shares his fabulous music journey filled with great adventures. This is an interesting episode as the host first met and worked with Doug Tur…
#116 - Ron Duncan & Marty Whalen
Columbus Ohio based musicians Vocalist Ron Duncan and Bassist Marty Whalen met in 1978/79 and have been making music ever since -- and most of that time has been spent together. Two great musicians w…
#115 - John Estep
Always reaching and pushing the envelope, Columbus based guitarist and music arranger John Estep talks through his early days including his time with 80s alternative rock band "The Defectors". John's…
#114 - Chris Mills
Columbus, Ohio based Musician, Chris Mills, takes us through his experiences with some of Columbus, Ohio's memorable bands including current projects, "Radio Tramps", "The Vague", and Is a Vocalist, …
#113 - Sarah Nicole
Multi-instrumentalist, with primarily drums and percussion notoriety - uber skilled drummer grrl, Sarah Nicole, graciously shares her thoughts, story, and inspiration of live performance in the Colum…
#112 - Brandon Anderson
The amazing Brandon Anderson has been a wonderful creative force within Columbus Ohio and makes his (upcoming Friday night from this recording) full show debut with Columbus Ohio's "The Martini Affai…
#111 - "The Frank Harrison Experience"
"The Frank Harrison Experience" walks down the street to visit this white collar conservative to produce Episode 111:
Stevie Ray Vaughan Tribute Returns to Central Ohio
After a 10-year hiatus, Frank H…
#110 - Michael Wharton
Columbus Ohio based drummer Michael Wharton stops by with shout outs, stories, and much more.... Michael is currently the drummer for "The Lost Boys", and he also talks about his early bands and stor…
#109 - A.J. Angelo
Find out why 2025 is a special year for singer/songwriter/guitarist AJ Angelo, who is found every Friday night at Gatsby's Bar and Grill in Gahanna Ohio. This episode occurred courtesy of an endearin…
#108 - Sam Collis
Columbus Ohio based vocalist, bassist, and booking agent business man, Sam Collis, talks about the inner workings beginnings and inspirations that comprise his current band "TOAST". He also talks abo…
#107 - Steve Conway
Columbus, Ohio based Bassplayer, Steve Conway, takes us through his Music backstory that includes several bands such as "The Kind", "Uncle Fester", "JJ Adams", and most recently "Astro Cat".
#105 - SPECIAL GUEST - "SKY VALLEY"
Special Guest episode features the post evening KYUSS listening night with JIMMY KING and LARZ RAYMOND ...... SoCal dessert tunes and fun dude time. Shout out to Brad Heston. Why? Cuz he ROCKS.
#104 - Tommy & Brandy Hettich
Tommy & Brandy Hettich are a music couple that perform live music through several music channels including "Sweet Misery", "Hava a Cigar", and "Sweet Misery - Acoustic". We learn about Tommy Hettich …
#103 - Cary Dachtyl
Columbus Ohio based (Cleveland native) musician, teacher, conductor, publisher, and recording engineer, loving husband, Cary Dachtyl hangs out and talks through his backstory and many experiences alo…