On this episode of Rock & Roast, Ben and Caleb talk with Director, Photographer & Videographer, Doltyn Snedden.  They talk about Doltyn’s amazing break into the industry, the start he got in Nashville, projects he’s been working on, differences in projects in the pandemic, stories from tour, his views on creativity and his process.  Then they briefly touch on coffee and since he doesn’t drink much coffee, what he drinks instead.       Doltyn’s Instagram —————> @ds_creatives   Doltyn's Website: www.doltynsneddencreatives.com

On this episode of Rock & Roast, Ben and Caleb talk with Magician, Paige Thompson. They talk about the struggles she had growing up with certain family, opportunities that didn’t work out, being a female magician, different tours that she has been on, what she has been up to during the pandemic, and things she’s looking forward to after the world starts to get back to normal.   They then discuss her favorite types of coffees, how she isn’t very picky, a couple of favorite places, and having coffee in Germany.          Paige’s Website ——————> paigesmagic.com   Paige’s Instagram —————> @paigesmagic

(Unofficial episode title: The Friendly Vented Asshole)   On this episode of Rock & Roast, Ben and Caleb talk with singer/songwriter Therese Curatolo. They talk about what she has been up to during the pandemic, explaining their careers to the average person, the current state of smaller venues in the country, her family’s history in the entertainment industry, her progression within the industry, her experiences working with Justin Glasco, and goofy tour anecdotes.  Then once on the topic of coffee, they discuss her coffee tastes getting more advanced, ways they found coffee while on tour, favorite types of coffee spots, their preferred brew methods, and how they all appreciate a good mug.     Reigning from The Biggest Little City in the World, Therese Curatolo made her way from the operatic stage to radio stations nationwide. Singing alongside soul legends Stevie Wonder & Martha Reeves, Therese’s versatile vocal power has taken her from the Metropolitan Opera to the big screen & The Troubadour. She lends her voice to various musical acts worldwide touring with Scott Bradlee’s “Postmodern Jukebox,”  “Scary Pockets”  & “Cirque.”      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reesetea/    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6yD8X4YpwVHRS6laIW6l8w?si=M2XMd00nR8ydYE55wy9kww    Youtube :https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFWFE3NcvaJx2QwMjyj92Q   “dat ass mug” featured in the video at Justin Glasco’s studio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmWj5tKKnrE    To support our indie venus: Save Our Stages: https://www.saveourstages.com   

On this episode of Rock & Roast, Ben and Caleb talk with audio engineer/Production manager, Ross Touchette. They discuss being thrown into the fire, working well with people, sleeping on a bus, being a musician, impressing the right people, departmental feuds, and a little gear talk. Once they shift into the coffee talk, they talk about finding coffee places on the road, process at a first shop, making cold brew, favorite coffees, and giving our stamps of approval.    Ross is a musician, audio engineer, production manager, and wanna be jack of all trades. He got his start doing installs and working for a production company but got a break as a PM/FOH for a, at the time, Brooklyn based band called The Lone Bellow.  Ross fell in love with touring and had been taking every opportunity he can to get on the road.  He currently lives in Nashville and is the PM/FOH for Country artist Hunter Hayes.     Ross’s Instagram ———> @ross_lucien

On this episode of Rock & Roast, Ben and Caleb talk with The Lone Bellow’s, Brian Elmquist. They discuss what got him into music, how he met the other members in TLB, his inspiration behind his songs, what he’s doing now, and his struggle with becoming sober. These days he’s not only in the The Lone Bellow, he’s a producer, a writer, and has released an album with Producer, Justin Glasco, called Joyclub. They then discuss his preferences on coffee and a few of their favorite coffee shops around Nashville.     Joyclub Instagram ——> @joyclubofficial Brian’s Instagram   ——> @brianelmquist

On this episode of Rock & Roast, Ben and Caleb talk with Lighting Director/Programmer/ Designer, Libby Gray. They talk about Libby’s start in the industry working for the circus, the change from circus to music, difficulties of being a (badass) woman in the industry, the artists she’s been working for in the last few years, and what she up to in these uncertain times. Libby then tells Ben and Caleb about the process of Styx getting their own line of coffee, how much of it they all go through on the road, and her favorite ways to brew it. Styx Coffee ——> https://www.coffeefool.com/Styx-Special-Brew-p/7001.htm

On this episode of Rock & Roast, Ben and Caleb dive into a little Q and A.  What types of questions you ask?  Only the best first date questions that Cosmopolitan has to offer!  This episode gives a little insight into the personalities of who Ben Bearden and Caleb Imboden are.  The guys had fun with this one while also opening up a little.  Please enjoy!   @rockandroastpod

On this episode of Rock & Roast, Ben and Caleb talk with audio engineer, Nathan Galaske. They discuss Nathan’s nickname, him getting into MTSU, his first (shady) job in Nashville, Elite Multimedia, being freelance, touring, getting off the road, what he’s doing now, and what parts of his life are most important. They also discuss his love for coffee and his inability to drink it regularly.   Links: www.thecampschool.com @ngalaske @rockandroastpod

This week on Rock & Roast, Ben and Caleb are joined by International Brotherhood of Magicians President Stephen Bargatze.  They learn about Stephen's hilarious and sarcastic approach to the stage while also giving his audience a wonderful lesson from his own life.  They talk about his connection with the TSSAA and teaching teens about alcohol, drug, and tobacco use as well as his testimony from growing up with an alcoholic father and overcoming a speech impediment. They laugh at Ben's shirt, talk about hot chocolate, and that crazy uncle that everyone has in their family.   Bio: Stephen Bargatze is currently the International Brotherhood of Magicians President, 2020-2021.  Stephen has been doing his magic and comedy shows since the 1980s. Because of his hard work, dedication, and passion for making people smile, his son also wanted to become an entertainer.  He is the father of the famous Tennessee Kid on Netflix, Nate Bargatze.  Stephen will be performing October 20, 2020 at Zanies Nashville.  His website is www.magicofstephen.com.   @rockandroastpod    

Part 2 of 2. On this episode of Rock & Roast, Ben and Caleb finish their talk with Jeremiah Pierson. He talks about one of his worst gigs to date, being an unwanted new guy on tour, tech talk about his current gig, the article in Light and Sound America, and all of the problems to overcome as a production manager on such a large and complex project.  They then transition into coffee and recount coffee stories from the road, memorable places around the country, and how he takes his coffee.  Jeremiah then shares a message of insight to everyone.      Jeremiah is an audio engineer, production coordinator, and sound designer who got his start in the small rock club scene back in 2009.  Starting off as a runner and stagehand for local shows in his home state of Michigan, he soon landed his first few touring gigs as the jack-of-all trades  for a punk band out of Minneapolis.  After a few years of working the club circuit as a FOH/MON engineer, he would go on to work in the magic industry as both a FOH engineer and A/V designer.  Jeremiah now resides in LA where he has focused his talents on production management and systems design for festival-sized events across the country.     Jeremiah's Instagram - @jeremiah.pierson   Light and Sound America - www.lightandsoundamerica.com