Welcome to The Rhythm Section: A Memphis Music Podcast From legendary artists to emerging talents, we celebrate the soul of Memphis music. Tune in for engaging interviews, behind-the-scenes insights, and a rich tapestry of musical heritage. The Rhythm Section Podcast is more than just a music podcast; it celebrates Memphis’ vibrant community, which keeps it alive. Whether you’re a longtime fan of Memphis music or a newcomer looking to discover the city’s hidden gems, The Rhythm Section Podcast is the perfect podcast for you. Follow at TheRhythmSectionPod.com
Latest episodes
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1 h 12
#132. David Brocato | Play Some Skynyrd, Trouble No More & Motel California
Derrick and Jeff chat with Memphis singer David Brocato about his work in multiple tribute bands: Play Some Skynyrd, Motel California (Eagles), and Trouble No More (Allman Brothers…
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1 h 16
#131. Ken & Darrin Acoustic | Ken Houston & Darrin Brady
Ken Houston & Darrin Brady Live in Studio: Acoustic Covers, Gig Stories & Musician Pet Peeves Derrick and Jeff welcome musicians Ken Houston and Darrin Brady into the studio for an…
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1 h 21
#130. Jay Jones | Headbanging Country Recording Artist
Jay Jones Talks Headbanging Country, Josie Music Awards Win & New Single “Garage Became A Bar” The Rhythm Section Podcast interviews Memphis-based country recording artist Jay Jone…
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1 h 06
#129. Medicine Hat | Rocko Wallz, Styx Mayfield & Robert Herndon
Derrick and Jeff welcome rambunctious cover band Medicine Hat, introducing bassist “Ruckus,” guitarist Robert Herndon, and drummer Stix Mayfield (wearing a “Butthole Whisperer” shi…
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1 h 06
#128. LMA Band | La-Shon Robinson, Melanie Pierce, Angela Burton
LMA Brings Rock to Neil’s Music Room, Friday, September 25th, 8pm start, $10 at the door. Three female rockers ready to take the stage with powerhouse vocals, unforgettable harmoni…
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1 h 20
#127. Full Metal Rackett | Jase Harshman & Jeff Horton
Jase Harshman & Jeff Horton from Full Metal Rackett on Nu-Metal, Memphis Music, and Wild Tour Stories On this episode of The Rhythm Section podcast, Derrick and Jeff welcome vocali…
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32 min
TRS Update: Season Relaunch (Sept 15)
Derrick and Jeff return with a show update after a break, sharing major life changes including Jeff’s move from Olive Branch to a farmhouse in Benton County, Mississippi after 32 y…
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1 h 06
#126. Darrin Brady | Ken & Darrin Acoustic Duo
Darrin Brady on Ken Houston Duo Gigs, No Hit Wonders Return & Memphis Music Stories TRS interviews guitarist/singer Darrin Brady shares his current work with Ken Houston as an acou…
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53 min
#125. Heath Brannon & AJ | Heath & AJ, Acoustic Duo
Heath & AJ Live in Studio: Acoustic Country Covers, Weekly Neil’s Residency + Memphis Music Talk The Rhythm Section Pod welcomes acoustic duo Heath & AJ (Brandon Heathand Brandi Ja…
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32 min
Derrick's Cancer Diagnosis & Show Hiatus
Derrick and Jeff share a serious update: Derrick shares his story behind being diagnosed with prostate cancer back in May, which will put the show on another hiatus after two remai…
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1 h 12
#124. Patrick O’Daniel | Bassist, Heartless & Magnum Dopus
Patrick O’Daniel Talks Heartless, Magnum Dopus, Memphis Music, and Writing ‘Crusaders, Gangsters and Whiskey The podcast welcomes Memphis bassist and author Patrick O’Daniel. They…
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1 h 04
#123. Mike Stoker | Bassist, Memphis Jones
Mike Stoker on Memphis Jones, Stoker Stringed Instrument Repair & Memphis Music History Derrick and Jeff interview Memphis-born bass player and stringed instrument repairman Mike S…
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1 h 12
#122. Andy & Traci McCullough | Roxi Love
On this in-studio episode of The Rhythm Section, Derrick and Jeff welcome Traci and Andy McCullough of Roxi Love to talk about their return to pushing original music, social media…
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52 min
#121. Nick Strong | Memphis Music Ambassador
The Rhythm Section Pod welcomes guest Nick Strong, a dedicated supporter of the local music community and aspiring vocalist. Nick shares how childhood influences like Huey Lewis, B…
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1 h 02
#120. Ken Artison | Drummer for Elevation Memphis
Derrick and Jeff interview Memphis drummer Ken Artison, who works as a family engagement liaison at Power Center Academy Elementary School in Hickory Hill and plays drums for Eleva…
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1 h 04
#119. Brad Webb, Tony Adams, and Dan Cochran
Derrick and Jeff welcome Brad Webb, Tony Adams, and Dan Cochran to talk about decades of Memphis-area recording and gigging, including sessions with Blind Mississippi Morris, Fred…
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1 h 35
Scene Talk with Steve Owens: A Deeper Discussion
Derrick and Jeff welcomes Steve Owens for a special in-studio discussion combining band date announcements, and an open discussion about the local music scene. The conversation cov…
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1 h 11
#118. Lonnie Hammer | Hammer Down Hard
On this episode of The Rhythm Section Podcast, Derrick and Jeff sit down with Lonnie Hammer—singer and principal songwriter for Hammer Down Hard—for a deep dive into his musical jo…
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1 h 07
#117. Zack Horvath | Memphis Drummer
On The Rhythm Section Sports podcast, the Derrick and Jeff welcome Memphis musician Zack Horvath, a Patriots fan and multi-instrumentalist who recently filled in on bass with Music…
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59 min
#116. Rice Drewry | Rice Drewery Collective
On The Rhythm Section Memphis Music Podcast, hosts Derrick and Jeff interview Memphis-born musician Rice Drewry about his band the Rice Drewry Collective and their mix of classic r…