Open Mike Radio
Mike Hagan
Open Mike Radio is hosted by Mike Hagan and features interviews with Missouri's finest musicians and bands, live in studio performances and a weekly run-down of music events.
OMR airs every Saturday from 4PM-6PM CST/USA on KOPN Columbia, 89.5 FM and is streamed live at:
www.kopn.org
Previous shows can be accessed in the archives at: https://www.mikehagan.com/OMR.htm
Justin Bloss
Outstanding live performance from Tulsa, Oklahoma based Justin Bloss. Plus a phone interview with St. Louis artist, Michael Blakey and a couple songs from Dylan McCord and our own Kind Kurt. Thanks to Andrew Ryan for making the connections.
Various Artists
Chill show with just me, Kind Kurt and C-Lark. A few phone calls and a visit from Jeff Stack for reality check.
Monsterya...Concannon...Cost of Desire
Extremely fun show featuring members of the band, Monsterya, along with a Mike and Steel from Cost of Desire and a phone visit with Concannon manager, Bobby Vestal. Great music from all three bands.
Inaugural Open Mic at B-Side Records
A few highlights from our first Open Mic at B-Side Records in Columbia, Missouri - Tuesday March 4, 2025. Featuring Billy Haring, Justin Hickerson, Nathan James, Dave Angle and Drew Baxter.
Lifeline...Roux Pop-Ups...Nathan James
Members of the band Lifeline visit with us in the studio and play a few songs for us. Chris Canada also stopped by to talk about Roux Pop-Ups - A cool new Cajun Food project of his. Finally Nathan James Bratten, AKA Hardy But Hardly, stopped by and shared a couple of his lovely songs with us. Plus some fun phone calls.
Reel Fest Takeover with Degrave
We turn the show over to Jesse Slade and King Theodore Records to talk about Reel Fest, a new film festival debuting in Columbia on March 1st. We featured an amazing live performance from Degrave and a few songs from Tanner Jones of The Comancheros. Plus a few film producers, Carney J and a search for Sasquatch.
Brian J
A cool phone interview with the talented Brian J (Formerly Bummy) and debuted a few of his new songs. Plus a couple from Kind Kurt and Dylan McCord.
The Lemon Settlement
Live remote from LVX Lounge. An outstanding live performance from The Lemon Settlement along with a few songs from Dylan McCord, Drew Baxter, The Daves and Kind Kurt.
The Ex-Gentlemen
The Ex-Gentlemen joined us for some live surf rock and wild stories...then a very interesting phone conversation with Tunestr founder, Open Mike (yes, you read that correctly)...then we closed the show out with a couple from Dylan McCord.
Various Artists
A few of the guys from Foxteeth came by to start the show and we played a couple of tracks from the band. Then we visited with Bailey Johns of Pink Street Management and hear a few tracks from bands she represents: The Odyssey, Modeling and Stepmom. Rocket Kirchner came by and we played a few tracks from his latest and we finished the show off with a short set from Dylan and Danielle of Zawata. Everyone joined in for a fun closing theme song.
Andrew Ryan...Level and the Square
Really fun show with my good friend, Andrew Ryan. Andrew was joined by his friend Nicholas Piscitello, AKA, Level and the Square, and they both played some fantastic acoustic songs for us. Then we heard a couple from Dylan McCord and rocked out with C-Lark on a metal guitar set. Fun and funny show.
New Years with The Aina Cook Band
Our annual New Year's Special featuring a wonderful live performance from the Aina Cook Band. Plus more live music from Zawata, Billy Haring, Adam Wilson and Bud McDonald of Provoke the Colossus.
Outermind
Really fun show with Outermind performing live in the big room. Plus a visit from Crooked Fix, a couple of guys from the Banastre Tarleton Band dropped by to say hi. Dylan and Forrest from Zawata also played a few nice ones for us.
Various Artists
Super fun show with live performances from our own Kind Kurt, Justin Hickerson and Dylan McCord. Plus phone interviews with Hallam George and Dylan Lewis and a couple songs from both of them. Also a call from our good friend Tavair Dominque.
Tavair Dominque
Outstanding performances in the studio from Tavair Dominque, The January Lanterns, Hardy But Hardly, Adam Wilson and Dylan McCord. Plus a phone visit with Lawrence, KS psychedelic advocate, Ian Cook and a visit with Tony Lotven. Justin came by to hang with us too. Super fun show.
Live Remote: Elephant Foot...Zawata...Kind Kurt
Live remote from LVX Lounge with music from Elephant Foot, Kind Kurt and Zawata. Awesome.
Diddy Wah Daddys
Supercool show with live music form the Diddy Wah Daddys. Plus a visit and new music from Billy Herring and a couple nice ones from Zawata.
Tampsen
Fun show with live music in the studio from Chase Thompson, aka, Tampsen. Plus a visit from Dave and Max Angle and a KOPN pledge drive.
Telepathy Club
Crazy fun show with awesome rock and roll from Telepathy Club. Plus visits from John Randall, Justin Hickerson and Nathan James.
DJ Sunbear
Very cool show with an awesome live performance from Ryan Sellers, AKA, DJ Sunbear.
Drew Baxter...Downtown Poetry Club
Fantastic show with an amazing live performance from Drew Baxter. Plus a bunch of wonderful poems recited by Ann Wright, Elizabeth Fitzpatrick and Don Jourdon. We also had a visit from the STL band, Soft Crisis and played a couple of theirs.
Buds, Blues and BBQ Artists
Special show featuring music from bands performing at the Inaugural Buds, Blues and BBQ Festival. Includes music from Cedar County Cobras, Foxteeth, Ruby Lane, Zawata, Bad Names, Blake Gardner, Down Side Up, Buddha Blue, The Daves and The Flood Brothers.
Highway Demon
Incredible show with an amazing live performance from Highway Demon and a fun little crowd. We also visited with Jeff Bassinson about the MO Jazz Festival coming up on September 7th at Rose park. Plus a song from Zawata and a visit from Justin Hickerson and Josh (Wright) Wrong of Foxteeth and Bud McDonald of Provoke the Colossus.
Thad Requet
Real cool show with live music in the studio from Thad Requet and Scott Donegan. We also played some recorded material and had an interesting conversation, including a bunch of tech talk. Great to have Memphis Chris back after a short break.
Various Artists
Supercool show with live performances from Zawata, Ken Baker, Nathan James and Robbie Burt. Plus a phone conversation and a couple songs from Austin born Nashville artist, Danny Schmidt. A couple of debuts, a visit from King Theodore Records and a bunch of great songs from a few of our most talented local artists. Love.
Oklahoma Avenue
Real fun show with a great live performance from Oklahoma Avenue. We also heard new music and a phone conversation with Tulsa, Oklahoma's The Odyssey and Columbia's own Hallam George. Plus a visit from Justin Hickerson and the amazing poetry of Jason Frost.
Austin Jones...Missile Kids...Zawata
Our first ever live remote was a total blast as we broadcast from King Theodore Records and presented live music from Missile Kids, Austin Jones and Zawata. Great music and a bunch of fun stuff in between. Our broadcast was part of a larger, all day event including more music from Kyren Penrose, Laika, Highway Demon and The Park.Big shout out to the staff at KOPN and the awesome Dylan McCord for his sound work on-site.
Robbie Burt
Super fun show joined in the studio by Robbie Burtelow AKA Robbie Burt. Outstanding young country/americana artist from the St. Louis area. We chat and play some songs from his 2023 EP, then Robbie did a few in the studio for us, including a debut called "God's Time". Plus a visit from Jesse - King Theodore Records.
Adam Wilson...Bummy...Justin Hickerson
The remarkably talented Adam Wilson back in the studio after a long hiatus. Well worth the wait. We got a few from Adam, played a couple new ones from Bummy and Justin closed the show with a few of his own wonderful songs. Fun show.
Down Side Up
Outstanding live performance from Jefferson City rockers, Down Side Up. I mean killer. Plus a visit from Hooten Hallers vocalist and guitarist, John Randall and our good friend, Justin Hickerson. Huge thank you to Dylan McCord for his sound magic.
Jeff Arrigo
Pledge drive show with live performances from Jeff Arrigo and Noah Spaeder, AKA The Jeff and Noah Collective. Plus new music from Rocket Kirchner and Secular Era.
Various Artists
Fun show with music from John Galbraith, The Tri-County Liquidators, Telepathy Club, Jeff Arrigo, Rae Fitzgerald and our own Kind Kurt.
Zawata
Crazy cool show with live music from Zawata in the big room and John Galbraith in studio. Plus visits from Footlong Cowboy, Nathan James, Ruby Lane drummer, Big Mike Wambua, Adrienne and Sam from Cafe Berlin and Jesse from King Theodore Records. Fun and funny show.
The Park
Rockin' show with an outstanding performance by The Park. We also had music in the studio from Drew Baxter and Alex Fincher, Dick Johnson and Dylan McCord. Awesome music from everyone. Oh, and Compass Columbia's Tony Lotven stopped by, too!!!
Rich Westmill and the Leghounds
Had a blast with the Jeff, Nate and Andy, AKA, Rich Westmill and the Leghounds. Great live performance and a fun conversation. Plus a visit from Daniel Harkins, a professional mycologist and friend from KC who owns and operates Cultured Cultures. We talk shrooms for a few minutes.
Daniel Elixir...John Heller
A couple of fun in studio performances from The Hanukah Jones Band's John Heller and St. Louis singer/songwriter Daniel Elixir. Plus a visit from the guys from Provoke the Colossus, new music from Secular Era and a chat with Jesse from King Theodore Records.
Backwater
Real fun show with live music from Backwater. Tilden Sullins also stopped by and shared a new song with us. Plus a live one from Sam D'Agostino and a lovely poem from Ann Wright. We all celebrated 4/20 in style.
Dream Squeeze, John Randall, Kurt and Memphis
Fun show with the guys from Dream Squeeze who stopped by to share music from their new album, Behave around the Beehive. Plus John Randall from The Hooten Hallers stopped in to chat a little and play a couple songs. Kurt and Memphis also played one of Kurt's originals. And your phone calls.
Lucky
Amazing show with an incredible live performance by Jefferson City, Missouri's, Lucky. Plus visits and songs from Hardy But Hardly, Adventure Hat, The Soul Mama (aka Justin Hickerson) and couple of the guys from Backwater. Mani Pedi guitarist, Luke Sabath also stopped by to say hi. We all had a fantastic time.
Pledge Drive Party
Real fun show with a bunch of friends stopping by to say hi, play some songs and help raise $$$ for KOPN. Live performances from The Daves (Angle and Dearnley), Bad Names front man - Ben Hinkebein, New Moon's Max Angle, Justin Hickerson, Kurt and Memphis...Plus the guys from from Hang Your Hate dropped by to debut their new single, Sharp Pains.
Hardy But Hardly
Wonderful show with live music from Nathan James, aka, Hardy But Hardly. We also had visits from Nic Danger and J. Artiz, Ryan Sellers, aka, DJ Sunbear, Blake Gardner, Jeremy Jones and Justin Hickerson.
Ty Toomsen and The Twang City Smokers
Super fun show with a tremendous performance from Ty Toomsen and his band. We made a party out of it as The Stoplight Flyers joined us as well as Nathan James, John Randall, Andy Rehm, Justin Hickerson and a slew of other folks. You'll notice Memphis Chris and his killer harmonica helping Kurt out with the OMR theme music.
Secular Era
Cool live performance from the Kirksville, Missouri band, Secular Era. Plus a visit and a couple songs in the studio from good friends John Randall and Justin Hickerson.
Tilden Sullins
Very cool show with music from Tilden Sullins and Sam Quilty. Plus a visit from Mickey Jamieson, Hallam George and Elias Finn and a cool phone interview with Chris from the amazing Nashville duo, Volk.Tilden on Soundcloud
OMR New Years Special
Amazing show featuring live performances and visits from Dick Johnson, Dave Angle, Justin Hickerson, Dylan McCord, Ty Toomsen, Nathan James, Paul Meyer, Kind Kurt and Memphis Chris, Lou Nevins, Luke Sabath, Travis Feutz and the guys from Don't Mind Dyin'. Just a total blast.
A Bummy Christmas
Awesome Christmas party with live music from Bummy and Tommy Willow. Plus visits from Brock Johnson, John Galbraith and the guys from Provoke the Colossus.
The Stoplight Flyers...The Rolling Stops
Nice live performances and a cool conversation from The Stoplight Flyers and The Rolling Stops.
Naked Basement
Great live performance from Naked Basement. Plus a visit from Tony Lotven, Justin Hickerson and Tim Carey talking about the upcoming Last Waltz show at The Blue Note.
The Banastre Tarleton Band...Rocket Kirchner
Fun show with new music from Rocket Kirchner and a great live performance from The Banastre Tarleton Band.
OMR Halloween Special
Just a good old Halloween party on the radio with wonderful in-studio performances by Dave Angle, Nathan James, Kind Kurt & Memphis Chris, Justin Hickerson and Bud from Provoke The Colossus. Too much fun.
Columbia Experimental Music Festival...Kyren Penrose
Matthew Crooke of Dismal Niche joins us for a cool talk about the upcoming Columbia Experimental Music Festival. We feature a bunch of artists who will be performing at the festival being held November 2-5. Plus a visit from Kyren Penrose and a couple nice songs from him.
The Huckleberries...John Depew
Super fun show with Travis, Stacey and Lisa, AKA The Huckleberries. Plus a wonderful, if brief, visit with John Depew. John is an amazing multi-instrumental singer/songwriter and we got to hear a couple form John live in the studio. Just fantastic.
Dream Squeeze
Fun show with cool tunes from Dream Squeeze. We also had a good talk about music along with your calls. Check out the intro with Memphis Chris on harmonica.
Dave Dearnley and Friends
Perhaps the best episode of Open Mike Radio we've done thus far. Just a bunch of amazingly talented people sharing songs and having fun. Featuring Dave Dearnley, Dave Angle, John Randall, Justin Hickerson, Tim Carey and Tony Lotven, along with me and Kurt and Memphis and Clark.
Poetry and Spoken Word...Nic Danger...Bummy
Very fun show and a big change of pace as we present poetry and spoken word. Ann Wright, Elizabeth Fitzpatrick, Grace, Don and KancHans recited poems for us and Jim McManus played a couple songs. We also had a real cool visit from Nic Danger and a killer new tune from Bummy. Also great new music from The January Lanterns and the marvelous Rae Fitzgerald.Nic DangerBummyThe January LanternsRae Fitzgerald
2023 MO Jazz Festival
Fun show featuring music from artists performing at the 2023 MO Jazz Festival in Columbia, MO. We play some songs from Samantha Fierke, The Bel Airs, Lao Tizer, Dawn Weber and Good Company and The Jonathan Scales Fourchestra. Outstanding music from a bunch of amazing artists.MO Jazz FestivalSamantha FierkeThe Bel AirsDawn Weber and Good CompanyThe Jonathan Scales FourchestraLao TizerPrevious Appearances: Samantha Fierke 08/06/2022
Hang Your Hate
Blast of a show with Garrett, Ryan, Brent, Dylan and Luke...AKA...Hang Your Hate. Plus a quick visit from the Sticky's Cabana gang and a talk with our good friend, Adeline Moon.HYH on BandcampHYH on Instagram
New Moon
Impressive performance from Max Angle and Cameron Watson, AKA, New Moon. Plus a visit from new band member Andy Liu, Mani-Pedi guitarist, Luke Sabath and a few other friends, along with your calls.New Moon on Instagram
The Clayton Hicklin Band
Clayton Hicklin and Kevin Amburgy join us for some absolutely amazing guitar and mandolin picking. Also a visit from Rob Lampe who joined the guys on Dobro for a couple tunes. Plus the usual rundown of events and your calls.CHB on FacebookClayton on Soundcloud
Dave Angle...Adam Wilson...Sammy Flame and the Habanero(s)...Justin Hickerson
Awesome fun show with a bunch of friends dropping by to play and chat. Featuring Dave Angle, Adam Wilson, Justin Hickerson and Sammy Flame and the Habaneros. Plus poet Ann Wright and your calls.
The Boone Howlers
Fun show with Jim, Travis and Chris of The Boone Howlers. Lots of great live stuff plus a couple recorded songs.Boone Howlers on Spotify
Kind Kurt
Our own Kind Kurt shares some of his own songs with us and we have a generally awesome time with the usual suspects. Also a visit from Sticky and the crew from Sticky's Cabana.
The Daves...The Boone Howlers
Fantastic live music and conversation with The Daves. Plus a visit from The Boone Howlers and a couple live ones in studio from them.
Bad Names
Fantastic live performance from Bad Names. Outstanding. Plus Sticky, owner of Sticky's Cabana, and Bud from Provoke The Colossus stop by to chat.
The Brink Como
Awesome live music and a fun conversation with Ally, Alex and Ryan of The Brink Como. We heard a couple debuts and also took a bunch of phone calls from friends and fans.
Naked Basement
Outstanding live performance from Shane and Dave of Naked Basement. Plus new music debuts from Cosmosis, a visit from the owner of a new music venue in Randolph County called Sticky's Cabana, and Tony Lotven fills us in on the happenings at the first annual Compassfest Music Festival.
Laika
Totally jamming show with live music and a great conversation with Laika. Plus a visit from the guys in Concannon.Laika on InstagramConcannon on Instagram
The Onions...David Wax Museum
Great live music and a great talk with the members of The Onions. Plus a phone visit with David Wax of David Wax Museum. Both The Onions and DWM played at The Blue Note that night.The Onions on BandcampDavid Wax Museum
Backwater
Live music along with some recorded material from Backwater. We visit with John Schneller and Rob Lampe from the band. Also a visit from Ryan of The Brink-Como.
Lemon Settlement...Bummy
Supercool show with the guys from Lemon Settlement returning to OMR with a new drummer and keyboard/guitarist. They played a bunch of great live stuff throughout the show and we had a fun talk. And we finally had a visit from Bummy after too long. He shared some of his new material with us.Lemon Settlement on BandcampBummy on Instagram
Columbia Earth Day 2023 Preview
Great show with visits from a bunch of different bands and artists who will be performing next week at the Columbia Earth Day Festival. We had visits from Adam Wilson - Ruby Lane, Estrella, Love Seats and Bad Names, We also raised over $400 for the station's pledge drive. Which means that I get a pie in the face.
Foxteeth
Super fun show with Josh, Mike and Justin of Foxteeth. They played a few live songs for us and we had a fun talk. Plus a visit from Kai, Jake and Brody of Concannon who dropped off a copy of their debut CD, Distortion. We played a few tracks and talked with the band a little. Finally a visit from Jolene and a couple of her latest recordings.Foxteeth on InstagramConcannonJolene
The Rolling Stops
Fantastic live music with bluegrass/folk band, The Rolling Stops. A quick chat and a song from Dave Angle, John Randall and Andy Rehm. Violet Vonder Haar also stopped by and played us an awesome new song.
Van Ghost
A short chat with Paul Meyer, bass player for The Rolling Stops, who will be playing live next week. Then a visit with Mason Van Ghost and the debut of 3 songs from his new album, Songs About Feelings. Fantastic.Van Ghost on BandcampVan Ghost on Instagram
Rocket Kirchner
Rocket Kirchner joins us to listen to and review his new album, The Casebook of Detective Ribak. Plus phone calls from Lucky guitarist, Kris Wilson and Chicago artist, Official Claire.Rocket on SoundclickOfficial Claire on Bandcamp
Special 50th Anniversary Episode: The Goldenrods
A KOPN 50th Anniversary special edition. Super fun show with Kellie, Jess and Ryan of the Goldenrods. Along with visits from close friends John Randall, Paul Weber and Justin Hickerson.The Goldenrods on BandcampThe Hooten HallersPaul Weber and the Scrappers on Bandcamp
Mani Pedi
Packed show with live music and a fun talk with COMO rockers, Mani Pedi - Including the debut of their newest single, Crazy. Plus a visit from Rob Lampe and John Schneller remembering our friend, Mike Robertson. And finally a visit with Brian Craig (BC of Don't Mind Dying) about their benefit show at the Blue Note. https://www.instagram.com/manipediband/Mani Pedi on SpotifyDon't Mind Dying on SpotifyBC/Suzi House Fire GoFundMe
Derrick and Sara Enyard
The talented Derrick and Sara Enyard join us for some nice guitar playing and wonderful vocals. Plus a visit from The Hooten Hallers' John Randall and the usual host of untouchables.https://www.facebook.com/DerrickMusicPage/
Bonus Episode: Lynne Hanson...Anya Hinkle
Nationally touring artists Lynne Hanson and Anya Hinkle stopped by and visited with me prior to their performance at The Compass Listening Room in Columbia. Both of them played a couple songs for us in the studio. Absolutely wonderful.https://www.lynnehanson.com/https://anyahinkle.com/
Banastre Tarleton...Josh Wright (Wrong)
Josh Wrong and Justin Hickerson join Kurt and I in the studio for some chat about the local music scene and we get a call from local legend, Banastre Tarleton. Music from Banastre, The Royal Furs, Blights and Sissy Paycheck.http://www.banastre.com/https://theroyalfurs.bandcamp.com/
Ruby Lane
Hilarious show with Ruby Lane. Missing drummer Mike, so no live music, but a bunch of recorded songs, phone calls and fun stuff.Ruby Lane on Instagram
Love-Seats
Great performance from Jefferson City three piece, Love-Seats. Plus a fun visit from some old friends.https://love-seats.bandcamp.com/https://www.facebook.com/loveseatstheband/
New Years Eve! Singer/Songwriter Aimee Marie...Kyren Penrose
Really fun New Years Eve show with live music from Aimee Marie McGoveran and Kyren Penrose. Plus a visit from BC and the members of Don't Mind Dying and some phone calls.https://www.instagram.com/songwriteraimee/https://www.instagram.com/kyren_penrose/https://www.instagram.com/bcdmd/
Songwriter/Guitarist - Chaz Prymek
Fantastic show with an amazing live performance from Chaz Prymek on guitar. Chaz performs in a number of projects including Lake Mary and Fuubutsushi. Also a visit from Violet Vonder Haar and a funny call from Justin Hickerson.https://lakemary.bandcamp.com/https://cachedmedia.bandcamp.com/album/natsukashii
Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist - John Galbraith
Singer, songwriter and amazing guitarist, John Galbraith joins us in the studio to play a few songs from the new JG3 album, Another. Also a visit from Eli and Tyler of Elephant Foot. Awesome.https://johngalbraith.bandcamp.com/https://www.instagram.com/johnraygalbraith/John's previous appearances on OMR:November 5, 2022 with Wil ReevesNovember 22, 2019November 9, 2018
Provoke the Colossus
Crazy fun show with live metal from Provoke the Colossus. https://www.instagram.com/provokethecolossus/
Estrella
We had Mackenzie, Matilda and Luke with us, 75% of the Columbia band, Estrella. Really fun show with some great acoustic songs and a bunch of phone calls. Estrella on Instagram
Ruby Lane...Penny Marvel
Super jamming show with Ruby Lane, along with a visit from Wil Reeves and John Galbraith playing some of the new Penny Marvel songs. This is the first time we've had a fully electric band in the new KOPN facility and Ruby Lane rocked it, appropriately. Ruby Lane on InstagramPenny Marvel on Bandcamp
Sam D'Agostino...Bummy
Great show with a visit from Sam D'Agostino who had a few Halloween songs for us and then Bummy stopped by to toss a few new ones at us. A couple of fun phone calls too.Sam on YoutubeBummy on Instagram
The Brink
Columbia's The Brink join us in the studio for a great talk and a ton of awesome live music. Plus a visit from the grassmaster himself, Justin Hickerson.The Brink Online
Obsouleet...Dismal Niche: Columbia Experimental Music Festival
A visit with hip-hop/rap artist, Obsouleet, and a couple of his poppin' songs.Then Matthew Crook of Dismal Niche joins us for a cool talk about the upcoming Columbia Experimental Music Festival. We feature a bunch of artists who will be performing at the festival. This year it will be held November 2th through November 6th.Obsouleet on YoutubeDismal Niche
Bonus Episode: Kristen Ford
The wonderfully talented Kristen Ford stopped by and visited with me prior to her performance at The Compass Listening Room in Columbia. She played a few for us in the studio. Absolutely fantastic.https://www.kristenfordmusic.com/
Elephant Foot
Fun show with Eli, Tyler and Drew from Elephant Foot. Played a bunch of their songs, including a debut, and talked about all kinds of stuff musical. Had a short cool visit with Mason Van Ghost about IndieFest.Previous Appearance on OMR:Elephant Foot 12/24/2021
Concannon...Aina Cook Band
Young rock & rollers, Concannon join me for the show along with visits from the wonderful Aina Cook Band and my good friend Bartholomew Bean. Fantastic live music in studio from all of them.ConcannonAina Cook
Sam D'Agostino...Dave Angle
Real fun show with live music from both Sam D'Agostino and Dave Angle. Sam stayed the whole show while Dave had to scoot out for a show at Cooper's Landing. Also a visit from Clark Leyshock and a couple other friends.https://thedavesmojo.bandcamp.com/https://www.instagram.com/delta_blues_daves/
Kind Kurt
Just me and Kind Kurt for the show. He plays some awesome original songs and we showcase some of our favorite local artists.
Drona
Great time and fantastic live music with Columbia based indie rockers, Drona. Plus visits from Dave Dearnley, Bummy and Justin Hickerson.Here's some great video recordings of Drona in the KOPN studio:When I Rest For A MomentLotus (Thin Finger)The Leaves Will ChangeKill TimeTrading FoursGuest Links:DronaDave DearnleyBummyJustin Hickerson
Singer/Songwriter Samantha Fierke with Special Guest, Violet Vonder Haar
Fantastic show featuring in studio performances by Samantha Fierke, accompanied by Bassist Mickey Jamieson. We also had the pleasure of visiting with Violet Vonder Haar about the new Compass Music Room and she played a couple great new songs for us.Here's some great video from the show:Samantha Fierke Live at KOPNViolet Vonder Haar Live at KOPNhttps://samdoesjazz.com/https://violetvonderhaar.com/https://compasscolumbia.org/
Inaugural OMR broadcast from the new KOPN with Singer/Songwriter/Drummer/Guitarist Justin Hickerson and Friends
My friend Justin Hickerson joins me in the first OMR broadcast from KOPN's new location on Bernadette Drive in Columbia. We had a blast and Justin played some songs as we visited with a bunch of friends who stopped in to say hello...Supercool to broadcast from the new facility, with only a few technical hiccups...lol...Check out Justin out and about. He performs with a number of different projects around Columbia including Paul Weber and the Scrappers, The Ridgerunners, The Daves and Foxteeth.He
Andrew Ryan, Fumes, Hooten Hallers - Final Broadcast from 901 E. Broadway
Super fun show with all kinds of new music. St. Louis singer/songwriter/producer Andrew Ryan joins us along with Lou Nevins and Andy Rehm (Fumes) and John Randall and Andy Rehm, again (The Hooten Hallers). All of them have new music and we are delighted that they debuted a couple songs on the show.Also talked with Brandon Hofherr, Director of Marketing at St. James Winery and Public House Brewery about their wine and beer and involvement in support of music.Check the archives for previous appear
Singer/Songwriter - Daniel Lutz
Wonderful singer/songwriter, Daniel Lutz joins us in the studio to showcase some of his new recordings and share some of his thoughts on music. Daniel will be touring with Luke Winslow-King May/June 2022.https://daniellutzmusic.bandcamp.com/
Steamboat Revival
Real fun show with Brad Snyder, (Blackwater, Blue Hearts Club) and Chris Burke of Steamboat Revival. They played a bunch of songs and we had a cool talk. https://steamboatrevival.com/
Bummy
Bummy returns to OMR to perform some new material. We're joined by Blake Gardner (Blake Gardner and the Farmers) and Brock Johnson (Mercer and Johnson) to talk about some upcoming events. Fun show.https://www.instagram.com/bummymusic/https://owngrownproductions.com/bgatfhttp://www.mercerandjohnsonmusic.com/
Rochara Knight and the Honey Doves
Fun show with Rochara Knight and her band, The Honey Doves. Special guests Adeline and Sailer give us a KOPN kids report on Spring Break 2022.https://rkhdband.bandcamp.com/releases
The January Lanterns
Fun show with Kristin and Andrew...The January Lanterns...we play a bunch of their songs, talk about life and love and their new record...https://www.thejanuarylanterns.com/
Bummy
An unconventional Christmas show with Bummy. Hip-hop and punk rock from this talented young artist. Plus KOPN Kids with Adeline and a fun Christmas intro from Kind Kurt.https://instagram.com/bummymusic
Kyren Penrose & Special Guest Olivia Burney
Really fun show with singer/songwriter, Kyren Penrose. We were joined for the second half of the show by the talented Olivia Burney. Kyren and Olivia are collaborating on an upcoming project.Wonderful music, including a couple of new, unreleased songs...That and a cool conversation.
Elephant Foot
Supercool show with Tyler, Eli, Drew and Drew of Elephant Foot. We talked about the band and the members and they played some nice acoustic versions of some of their songs. We also had the honor of debuting 3 sweet new Elephant Foot songs that will be released in the next few weeks. https://www.instagram.com/elephantfoot_official/https://www.facebook.com/ElephantFootMusic/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jM8nmOZcQ9FuhA4hnJ8fn
OK Samaritan
Real interesting conversation with Jaeson, Kyle, Devin and Noel...otherwise known as OK Samaritan. Played a bunch of their songs and talked about all things musical. https://www.facebook.com/0KSamaritanhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/2Kg4mtfJnButGRcjG9gtiu
Fox Deluxe
A bunch of great songs and hilarious conversation with Johnny, Jordan and Justin...AKA Fox Deluxe.
Self Hug
Cool show with Rachel, Zach and Brendan from Self Hug.
Singer/Songwriter/Producer - Andrew Ryan
Fun show with St. Louis singer/songwriter/producer Andrew Ryan. We talk about what's new with Andrew and he played a bunch of great songs. We were joined by his wife Krista and a few friends of the show.Previous OMR appearance: 3/13/2020Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Nush2HzDNmkYhZoQs6wo1https://andrewryan-music.bandcamp.com/https://linktr.ee/andrewryanmusic
Dismal Niche - Columbia Experimental Music Festival
Super cool conversation with Matthew Crook of Dismal Niche. Dismal Niche produces and presents the annual Columbia Experimental Music Festival. This year it will be held November 4th through November 7th.https://cargocollective.com/dismalniche
Singer/Songwriter - Luna Halcon
Conversation and some live songs with Luna Halcon. Luna was joined by her friend and musical collaborator, Trey.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8sRSeEMGjIgnL0yBIaGm0Q
Artist/Producer/Engineer - JT Schnakenberg
Had a cool conversation and spun some tunes with JT Schnakenberg of The Cosmic Riders, The Barroom Billies and owner/operator of MPF Studios in Columbia, MO.https://mpfstudioscomo.wixsite.com/website
The Reverend Freakchild
Fun conversation and a bunch of cool songs played live by the Reverend Freakchild.http://www.www-reverendfreakchild.org/
Singer/Songwriter/Drummer/Guitarist - Justin Hickerson
My friend Justin Hickerson joins me in the first OMR in some time live in the studio with a guest. It was a pleasure to be back and Justin and I had a great time. Justin is a wonderful singer/songwriter and a brilliant drummer. He performs with a number of different projects around Columbia including Paul Weber and the Scrappers, The Ridgerunners, The Daves and Foxteeth.https://soulmama.bandcamp.com/https://thedavesmojo.bandcamp.com/releaseshttps://paulweberandthescrappers.bandcamp.com/releasesh
The Daves
Cool talk and music with Dave Angle, Dave Dearnley and Dave (Justin) Hickerson of The Daves.https://thedavesmojo.bandcamp.com/https://www.facebook.com/DogPoundJangle/
Guitarist, Singer/Songwriter - Rob Lampe: Part 2
Fun conversation and music with Rob Lampe. Part 2 of 2.
Guitarist, Singer/Songwriter - Rob Lampe: Part 1
Fun conversation and music with Rob Lampe. Part 1 of 2.
Hooten Hallers Guitarist/Vocalist - John Randall
John Randall, wonderful guitarist and vocalist for The Hooten Hallers, joins me via zoom for a fun talk and a few acoustic songs. We talk about the band and their goings on since the COVID changed the music scene. John is an amazing guitar player, a great vocalist, a decent pinball player and one of my closest friends here in Como.https://www.facebook.com/thehootenhallers/https://thehootenhallers.bandcamp.com/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X32nogZZTFo
Multi-Instrumentalists Ruth Acuff and Jeff Mueller
Great chat with my friends and wonderful musicians, Ruth Acuff and Jeff Mueller, about their move to NYC and subsequent return to COMO. Plus a bunch of cool songs from Ruth and from Jeff's band Oversight Committee and a great one featuring Jeff, John Galbraith and Noel Feldman.https://www.facebook.com/ruthacuffmusichttps://www.facebook.com/Oversightcommitteebandhttps://www.facebook.com/theroyalfurs/
Blue Note/Rose GM Mike Nolan and The Daves
Fun and informative show with Mike Nolan, GM of The Blue Note and Rose Music Hall. Mike talked to us about the re-opening of Rose for music this weekend. Then we were joined by my good friend Dave Dearnley, whose band, The Daves will be performing Saturday, June 20 at Rose. Music from The Daves thrughout the show plus a call from Justin Hickerson and The Hooten Hallers' Andy Rehm.
Kyren Penrose - The Adaptation
A cool chat and some great new songs with Kyren, Luke and Ryan of Columbia, Missouri rockers, The Adaptation. First show back live in the studio for about 10 weeks. Thrilled to be back.https://open.spotify.com/artist/3S2Nh1O0R6bKiAPh1c0Xihhttps://theadaptation.bandcamp.com/https://www.facebook.com/theadaptation/https://www.instagram.com/the_adaptation/
Various Artists - Request to Artists for Music!
Just me playing some great songs from some of my favorite artists. Featuring Fumes, The Hooten Hallers, Justin Hickerson, Austin Jones, Merry Ellen Kirk, Rae Fitzgerald, Fried Crawdaddies, The Daves, The Sweaters, Paul Weber and the Scrappers, Tim Carey, Andrew Ryan, The Goldbugs, Matt Presti...Also a request for artists and bands to send me some home recordings so that we might turn them into radio shows!https://www.mikehagan.com/OMR.htm
Singer/Songwriter/Drummer - Justin Hickerson
A fun remote show with my close friend and amazing musician, Justin Hickerson. Justin recorded 4 songs for the show and we have a cool talk in between. We talk about a bunch of stuff, including the COVID19 situation and how it is affecting musicians. Justin is a wonderful singer/songwriter and a brilliant drummer. He plays with a number of different projects around Columbia including Paul Weber and the Scrappers, The Ridgerunners, The Daves and Foxteeth.Still in Coronamode.https://soulmama.bandc
Rae Fitzgerald
Some wonderful songs from my favorite local artist, Rae Fitzgerald. Hopefully we'll get rae to the station sometime for a live interview and some music. Still in Corona-mode for now though, with a shortened program and everything being done remotely, so no live stuff until we can get back in the studio.https://raefitzgerald.bandcamp.com/https://www.instagram.com/raefitzgerald/
The Aina Cook Band
Some good songs and a brief update on the phone with Aina Cook of the Aina Cook Band.Shows will remain around 40 minutes long due to the daily COVID19 update which will continue until we resume normal broadcasting. https://www.ainacook.com/https://www.facebook.com/AinaCookOfficial/
Various Artists - Radio Station Changes due to COVID19
First recorded program to air since the Coronavirus pandemic has closed the station to all of us programmers. I just talk a little about the situation and play some awesome stuff, all recorded over the last year or two on OMR.https://www.mikehagan.com/OMR.htmhttps://openmikeradio.transistor.fm/https://feeds.transistor.fm/mike-hagan
Singer/Songwriter/Producer - Andrew Ryan
The music of Andrew Ryan this morning. Andrew was supposed to be coming into town for a SOFAR show tomorrow night and was gonna be in the studio with me this morning. Unfortunately, the show was cancelled due to...you guessed it...the lousy coronavirus. Instead we got Andrew on the phone and talked a little and I played a bunch of songs from his most recent release, Across Currents. We also got a call from show regular Justin Hickerson who was hanging out with Chris Foss and Andy Rehm.https://an
Blake Gardner and the Farmers
Awesome show with Blake Gardner and the Farmers. We talk a bit but get a bunch of great live stuff from the band. Hooten Hallers drummer Andy Rehm calls in, impersonating Justin Hickerson and fools us all for a minute. We also do a rundown of some of the musical events happening this True/False weekend. Really fun show.https://bgatf.bandcamp.com/https://www.facebook.com/BGatF/
Fumes: Stella Peters and Lou Nevins
A real cool show with Stella Peters and Lou Nevins of Fumes. We talk about their band and new EP, In My Skin. We play a few tracks from it and Lou and Stella play a couple live ones in the studio for us. Plus a call from show regular, Justin Hickerson.https://thefumes.bandcamp.com/
Flossie Lee and the Betties
Super fun show with Erica, Susan and Emily, AKA, Flossie Lee and the Betties. We talked about their band, the local scene and their music. Also a visit from blues harmonica sensation, Memphis Chris Robinson, a call from my good friend and regular guest on OMR, Justin Hickerson and another ring in from the fabulous Dave Dearnley.https://www.facebook.com/Flossieleeandthebetties/https://soundcloud.com/dearnley
Singer/Songwriter - Effie Lillig
A fun show with wonderful singer/songwriter, Effie Lillig, her Aunt Katy and cousins Annie and Charlie. Plus the usual events rundown and a call from Justin Hickerson.https://www.instagram.com/effie.el/https://soundcloud.com/darkroomrecordscps/effie-lillig-octoberhttps://www.mikehagan.com/OMR.htm
Blackwater
The guys from Blackwater join me for an hour of fun talk and good tunes. Plus the usual weekend round-up.https://www.facebook.com/blackwaterbandcomo/
Loose Loose
Did some chit chat for the KOPN Spring Pledge Drive, attempting to raise some money for this kick-ass radio station that allows me to do this show. Then a visit from Isaac and Zack from Loose Loose and as usual, a rundown of the weekends musical events.https://looseloosemusic.bandcamp.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/4iWeS1xxgLblmIw1p1pqyMhttps://www.facebook.com/looseloosemusic/
DJ Requiem
Interesting conversation and live spinning with DJ Requiem (Alex Campbell-Graves). I learned a ton about DJ'ing and mixing and what a skill it really is to do it right. Major props to DJR and thanks for giving me a new appreciation of the art of DJ/Mix.http://iamrequiem.com/
Singer/Songwriter/Drummer - Justin Hickerson
Fun show with my close friend and amazing musician, Justin Hickerson. We talk about stuff and play songs from some of our favorite artists. Justin is a wonderful singer/songwriter and a brilliant drummer. He plays with a number of different projects around Columbia including Paul Weber and the Scrappers, The Ridgerunners, The Daves and Foxteeth.https://soulmama.bandcamp.com/https://thedavesmojo.bandcamp.com/releaseshttps://paulweberandthescrappers.bandcamp.com/releaseshttps://www.facebook.com/pw
Singer/Songwriter - Dave Dearnley
A great friend and a regular guest on the program, singer/songwriter Dave Dearnley joins me for a talk about the upcoming Paul Weber and the Scrappers album. We play some songs from the first PWATS record along with some stuff from The Daves album, Now and Then. As usual, we do a rundown of some of the musical happenings over the weekend in and around the area.https://daviddearnley.bandcamp.com/https://soundcloud.com/dearnleyhttps://thedavesmojo.bandcamp.com/releaseshttps://paulweberandthescrapp
Loose Loose
Fun chat and songs with Zach, Isaac, Jacob and CJ of Columbia jazz/funk/groove sensation, Loose Loose.https://looseloosemusic.bandcamp.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/4iWeS1xxgLblmIw1p1pqyMhttps://www.facebook.com/looseloosemusic/
Kyle Cook - Hitt Records
Interview with Kyle Cook of Hitt records. We talk about the Columbia music scene, reminisce about the early 2000s and play some great songs. Kyle is also a fellow KOPN'r. He hosts Mystery Science Radio 3000 on Sunday mornings and Holy Victrola on Wednesday nights.http://www.hittrecords.com/https://www.facebook.com/HittRecords/
Guitarist/Vocalist - Tanner Jones
Cool talk and live music in studio with guitarist/vocalist Tanner Jones of The Comancheros.https://www.thecomancheros.com/https://www.facebook.com/comancherosband/
Mobile Funk Unit
Fun chat and music with Tom O'Connor and Travis Huff from Mobile Funk Unit. Plus a visit from Tony Lotven of The Fried Crawdaddies.https://www.facebook.com/funkymusicinmotion/https://www.facebook.com/tony.lotven
Blue Note/Rose Music Hall - Mike Nolan
Great conversation with Mike Nolan, General Manager of The Blue Note and Rose Music Hall. Also played a bunch of good songs from related artists.https://thebluenote.com/https://rosemusichall.com/
The Woodsmiths
Fun conversation and live music with Derek, Cory and Jordan of the Woodsmiths.https://thewoodsmiths.bandcamp.com/https://www.facebook.com/Thewoodsmithsband/
The Hooten Hallers
Super fun time with Kellie, John and Andy of the Hooten Hallers. Kind of an impromptu Christmas Party broke out with visits from a bunch of local musicians and friends and a phone call from blues sensation, Molly Gene. We debut the Hooten Hallers new album, Live in Missouri.https://www.thehootenhallers.com/http://mollygenemusic.com/
Producer/Sound Engineer - Wil Reeves
Great conversation with Wil Reeves, owner/operator of Centro Cellar Studio. Wil is a talented producer and sound engineer recording some of my favorite local and regional artists for years. We play a bunch of stuff from his catalog.http://centrocellarstudio.com/https://www.facebook.com/centrocellar/
The Goldbugs
Fun chat with John, Nik and Jason of the Goldbugs, We talk about the old days in the Columbia music scene and look forward to the Goldbugs reunion show this weekend. Got a funny call in from Josh Wrong.https://thegoldbugs.bandcamp.com/
Saxophonist/Floutist - Tony Lotven
Fun chat with Tony along with some great original music composed by him.https://soundcloud.com/tony-lotvenhttps://www.facebook.com/tony.lotven
Guitarist - John Galbraith
Great talk and live music with guitar savant John Galbraith of the John Galbraith Trio and Two Bit Steve.https://johngalbraith.bandcamp.com/https://www.facebook.com/John-Galbraith-Music-141241759392911/
Hickman Academy of Rock
Cool show. I showcase a few bands that will be performing at the Hickman Academy of Rock show this weekend. Members of the band Blackwater join me in the studio as well as Kyren from The Adaptation. We also get a call from Henry of The Sweaters.https://academyofrock.wordpress.com/
Angle Dearnley Weber Hickerson
Fun chat with Dave Angle, Dave Dearnley, Paul Weber and Justin Hickerson along with some great live music in the studio.https://thedavesmojo.bandcamp.com/releaseshttps://paulweberandthescrappers.bandcamp.com/
Fiddler - Pippa Letsky
Fun interview with local celtic and folk player, Pippa Letsky. We chat and play songs from her recent releases.https://pippaletsky.com/
Kristen Williams - Hempsley
Spent the hour talking with Kristen Williams. We discuss her new business venture, Hempsley, and plant medicine in general. Played some selected songs from earlier in the year here on OMR.https://hempsley.com/https://www.kristenwilliamsdesigns.com/
The Aina Cook Band
Really interesting interview with Aina Cook, her brother Ando Cook and their horn player, Kyle. We all talk about music, the new album, travel and touring and the band plays some live songs in studio. I was unhappy with the recording levels during the live music sections. Oh well...live and learn.https://www.ainacook.com/https://www.facebook.com/AinaCookOfficial/https://open.spotify.com/artist/7dnbniubQVxLF0hAGOYUCO
Singer/Songwriter - Dave Dearnley
Always fun to have my good friend Dave Dearnley join me in the studio. The two of us had a nice chat and Dave played a few songs in the studio.https://daviddearnley.bandcamp.com/https://soundcloud.com/dearnleyhttps://thedavesmojo.bandcamp.com/releases
Singer/Songwriter - Todd Day Wait
Cool interview and wonderful live music in studio with singer/songwriter, Todd Day Wait. We talk about the band, touring, the local scene and Todd plays some great songs. Todd is also the founding member of country blues band Todd Day Wait's Pigpen.This is a show from August 10, 2018. Uploaded 3/2/2020.https://tdwpigpen.com/https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Musician-Band/Todd-Day-Waits-Pigpen-113906570241/
Blackwater
Cool interview and music in studio with local rockers, Blackwater. We talk about their background, influences, the band and the local scene. Featuring Eli Marshall on bass, Bradley Snyder on vocals, keys and percussion and Seth Hodder on guitar. Drummer, Luca Murpogo was not able to join us.This is a show from August 3, 2018. Uploaded 3/2/2020.https://www.facebook.com/blackwaterbandcomo/
The Daves
Fun interview and live music in studio with The Daves. We talk about their band, their influences and their new album, Now and Then. Dave Angle on guitar and vocals, Dave Dearnley on guitar and Tony Lotvin on sax.This is a show from July 13, 2018. Uploaded 3/2/2020.https://thedavesmojo.bandcamp.com
Roadside Samaritan - Joel Heron
Interview with my close friend Joel Heron, founder of Roadside Samaritan. We talk about his new business and play some of our favorite locally recorded music.This is a show from July 6, 2018. Uploaded 3/2/2020.https://www.facebook.com/roadsidesamaritan/
Mercer and Johnson
Cool interview and live music in studio with Shannon Mercer and Brock Johnson of Mercer and Johnson.Shannon Mercer on guitar and mandolin. Brock Johnson on bass.Plus a visit from the Daves dropping off a CD of their recently recorded KOPN Song.This is a show from June 29, 2018. Uploaded 3/2/2020.http://www.mercerandjohnsonmusic.com/
Singer/Songwriter - Tim Carey
Interview and live music in studio with my close friend, singer/songwriter Tim Carey. Tim also plays bass and guitar and sings for The Ridgerunners.This is a show from June 22, 2018. Uploaded 3/2/2020.https://timccarey.bandcamp.com/https://www.facebook.com/TheRidgerunners/
Drummer - Phylshawn Johnson
Interview with Phylshawn Johnson, drummer for Violet and the Undercurrents. Phyl and I chat about the band, their music, the local scene and the two of us spin some records.This is a show from June 15, 2018. Uploaded 3/2/2020.https://phylshawn.com/https://www.violetandtheundercurrents.com/
Dave Angle/Summer Pledge Drive
Brief discussion and a little live music with guitarist and blues sensation Dave Angle during the summer pledge drive.This is a show from June 8, 2018. Uploaded 3/2/2020.https://thedavesmojo.bandcamp.com/
Singer/Songwriter - Bartholomew Bean
Interview and live music in studio with Bartholomew Bean. This is a show from June 1, 2018. It is being uploaded 3/1/2020.
Ruth Acuff and Jeff Mueller
A fun talk and reminisce with Ruth Acuff and her longtime partner Jeff Mueller. Both accomplished musicians in Mid-Missouri, Ruth and Jeff moved to New York City shortly after this interview was recorded.We play some songs from their catalog and talk about life and times.http://www.ruthacuff.com/https://muellersoundcreations.wordpress.com/
Hooten Hallers Guitarist - John Randall
John Randall, guitarist and vocalist for The Hooten Hallers, joins me in the studio for a fun talk and a few acoustic songs. John is one of my favorite Missouri musicians. He is an amazing guitar player, a great vocalist, a decent pinball player and one of my closest friends here in Como.www.mikehagan.com/OMR.htmwww.thehootenhallers.com/
La Movida
Fun interview and live music in studio with the members of local Latin Dance/Jazz band La Movida: Chris Robinson, Walt Goodman, Tom Williams and John Markowitz.La Movida on Facebook
Singer/Songwriter - Dave Dearnley
I'd been on the air for a few weeks trying to figure out exactly what I was gonna do with this spot but this is the first official episode of Open Mike Radio. Dave Dearnley joins me in the KOPN studio. We chat and play some songs from Paul Weber and the Scrappers' first record.https://paulweberandthescrappers.bandcamp.com/releaseshttps://www.facebook.com/pwandthescrappers/