"Talking Music with Mike"
You might be surprised to learn that the man behind the music on our show only came back to the piano a few years ago after quitting playing for decades. Mike Bode reflects on his musical journey, from learning to play in college to the experience that drove him away to what eventually brought him back to the keys. Today in addition to a dedicated piano player, he's also picked up the accordion!
Over a few late-in-the-evening beers , Mike and Steve have a conversation that ranges from piano "comping" to Weird Al Yankovic to the songs Steve would like played at his memorial service one day. (Morbid much?) It's a fun show that manages to be informative in its own boozy way.
Popahallics #43 Playlist
Given Mike's jazz leanings, this playlist features great tunes by Miles Sinatra, Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra, Diana Krall, Irish button accordion star Sharon Shannon, and yes, even Weird Al. Listen to the playlist here.