From a Basement in Tulsa - A Music and Arts Interview Podcast

From a Basement in Tulsa - A Music and Arts Interview Podcast

Author: Jason Ferguson Language: English Episodes: 100
There’s a certain magic that happens when creative people start talking without an agenda, just a shared curiosity about how things are made and why. That’s the feeling From a Basement in Tulsa captures each week. Hosted by Jason Ferguson, this podcast is built on the idea that the most genuine insights from musicians and artists don’t come from formal interrogations, but from the kind of meandering, comfortable chat you’d have backstage or in a quiet corner after a show. The conversations here are less about promoting a latest project and more about tracing the winding paths of a creative life-the early influences, the failed experiments, the quiet breakthroughs. You’ll hear from a wide spectrum of voices, from painters and sculptors to songwriters and performers, each sharing their process in a relaxed atmosphere. It’s this focus on authentic, laid-back discussion that makes the podcast a refreshing listen, offering a sense of connection to the human behind the art. Whether you’re an artist yourself or simply someone fascinated by the origins of compelling work, these dialogues provide a unique window into the diverse styles and personal backgrounds that shape our cultural landscape.
Episodes
Ep. 77 - Cowgirl's Train Set (Gypsy Cowpunk band from Lawrence Kansas) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:16
This week's episode features the Lawrence, KS band, Cowgirl's Train Set, who were in town playing music for anyone who would hear it! It was a beautiful time having them over and getting the chance to become friends and…
Ep. 76 - The Distinguished Gentlemen (Comedy Tour) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:27
This episode features Billy Bazar, Ryan Green, and C.R. Parsons, three Tulsa based comedians who are hitting the road on The Distinguished Gentlemen Tour! We discussed what made them decide to be comics, where their conf…
Ep. 75 - Grass Crack [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:35
Grass Crack joined us in the studio this week to play some beautiful Oklahoma Bluegrass Gangsterbilly music. We discussed many things ranging from the dynamics involved in street performances to a few things even antibio…
Featured Artist - Migrant Kids [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:36
For this month's Featured Artist segment, we would like to introduce you to one of our new favorite bands, the Austin trio Migrant Kids. The band took a break from their busy schedule to call in and talk to us about thei…
Ep. 74 - Nicnõs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:39
This episode features the return of the Oklahoma City band The Nicnõs! After a busy year of touring and playing some of the craziest festivals, they stopped in to play us some beautiful music in studio and tell us about…
Ep. 73 - COTU [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:06
This episode features Ben from COTU and his wife Vanessa. Ben gave us an inside look at the producing of EDM music and we discussed the artistry that went into creating his newest album Release The Hounds. While we were…
Ep. 72 - Tulsa Pin Up Mafia [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:37
In this episode you'll hear from Liz, Alicia Astaire, Jenni Foxx, and Hexi Lee Voodoo who make up, at least some of, The Tulsa Pin Up Mafia, an unofficial name for a fun group of ladies who are involved in the art of Pin…
Ep. 71 - Andrés Franco - Music Director of Tulsa's Signature Symphony [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:30
This week, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the Music Director of Tulsa's Signature Symphony, Andres Franco. Andres holds a bachelors degree in Piano Performance from the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Bogot…
Ep. 70 - Melissa from I AM Yoga Festival [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:10
Melissa Cameron Rhoades, host of I AM Yoga Festival, stopped by the basement to share with us some of the knowledge she's gained in her 15 years of practicing and teaching yoga and to let those of us living near Tulsa kn…
Featured Artist - Rob Ingraham - The Revivalists [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:44
Welcome to another Featured Artist Episode where we have an artist who doesnt happen to be in Tulsa call in to tell us about the col things they're up to! This episode features Tulsa native, Rob Ingraham, who plays Saxop…