The Eremita Exchange

Lisa Schaffer is an entrepreneur in the true sense of the word.  As one of Philadelphia's most respected and sought-after photographers for the better part of two decades, specializing in capturing m…

Jay Davidson is one of Philadelphia's premier saxophonists, but he's so much more than that. As a multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer and promoter, he's been involved in the music industry for …

Besides being an accomplished singer songwriter in her own right, Gretchen Schultz has been an integral part of Christine Havrilla’s music over the years as well as a member of Gypsy Fuzz. Gretchen s…

Bob Beach has established himself as one of Philadelphia's premier harmonica players. And although he was born in Philly, his formative years in music occurred elsewhere, which made his musical journ…

Whether busking on the streets of Europe and India, or playing Lincoln Center, Ken Ulansey's journey has taken him to some fascinating places, both musically and geographically.  And as one of Philad…

Phil D'Agostino, who besides being one of Philadelphia's finest bass players, is also the proprietor of the Eremita Cafe, from where this podcast gets its name.  Phil talks about his start in music, …

Chris Arms and Danny Schogger met in London while they were both in their twenties, a couple of young songwriters working for Ruffhouse Records.  That chance encounter has led to a musical relationsh…

Jamey Reilly has worn more hats than just about anyone in the music business.  As a player, audio engineer, recording design engineer, booking agent, tour manager, presenter, physical therapist, yoga…

After more than forty years of playing electric bass for the likes of James Taylor, Carly Simon, Jefferson Airplane, Jef Lee Johnson, Seamus Egan and supergroup Solas, Jeff Golub and so many others, …

Whether it's about playing the southern chitlin circuit as a 12-year-old, being invited by Jimi Hendrix to play sax with him on stage at the Houston Astrodome as a mere teenager; producing two iconic…

A wonderful talk with guitarist and life-guru Avery Coffee.  Besides touring with newly-inducted member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Chubby Checker, Avery plays and records with countless music…

An in-depth conversation with Fred Berman, one of Philadelphia's premier drummers.  From the first time he picked up drumsticks to recording, playing and touring with well-known artists, nationally a…

The preview episode of the Eremita Exchange, a podcast that features talks with Philadelphia artists and musicians in a deeper dive into their lives and careers.  Hosted by singer-songwriter Dan May …