From Akron & Beyond Podcast

Chris Butler - Part 1

Big news!
The FROM AKRON & BEYOND Podcast with Bob Ethington and Nick Nicholis is now available on all platforms!  
Apple, Spotify, Amazon, Google, SoundCloud - You name it!  Thanks to The Summit FM and all of our listeners for making this happen. 
How better than to celebrate than with a two-parter featuring…..
Chris Butler, Part 1
Christopher Butler, a true polymath - songwriter, producer, guitarist, drummer, known for his work with Tin Huey, The Waitresses, Half Cleveland, and far too many projects to mention here…. But we cover them all (or try to!) in these next two episodes.  Great stories, terrific insights, don’t miss these!
Thursday, 8/24, at 10 pm on The Summit FM 91.3, then available as a podcast on ALL PLATFORMS!

DEVO in Akron - and Beyond! (Part Two)

In this special episode (the second of another two-parter!), Bob and Nick are joined by Jade Dellinger and Bob Lewis.  Jade is co-author (with David Giffels of the definitive history THE BEGINNING WAS THE END: DEVO IN OHIO - and Bob Lewis was there at the beginning.  In fact, much of the worldview and philosophy of the band, the very theory of De-Evolution, was formed by Bob Lewis, which ultimately resulted in a major lawsuit.  In this episode, we get a rare and revealing firsthand account of one of the most innovative bands of the last 50 years!Tune in to The Summit FM, 91.3 this Thursday, November 9 at 10 pm, or anytime on Apple, Spotify, Google, Podbean, SoundCloud, or wherever you get your podcasts!

DEVO in Akron - and Beyond

In this special episode (the first of another two-parter!), Bob and Nick are joined by Jade Dellinger and Bob Lewis.  Jade is co-author (with David Giffels) of the definitive history THE BEGINNING WAS THE END: DEVO IN OHIO - and Bob Lewis was there at the beginning.  In fact, much of the worldview and philosophy of the band, the very theory of De-Evolution, was formed by Bob Lewis, which ultimately resulted in a major lawsuit.  In this episode, we get a rare and revealing firsthand account of one of the most innovative bands of the last 50 years!Tune in to The Summit 91.3 this Thursday, November 2 at 10 pm, or anytime on Apple, Spotify, Google, Podbean, SoundCloud, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Bob and Nick’s War Stories - Gigs Gone Wrong

In this episode, Bob and Nick take a trip down the Memory Lane of Hell as we reminisce about shows we played that went terribly wrong, or gigs we attended that went completely off the rails…..  Available anytime on Apple, Spotify, Google, Podbean, SoundCloud, or wherever you get your podcasts!

The Two And Only - Part 2

15-60-75.  The Numbers Band.  For over 50 years, brothers Robert Kidney and Jack Kidney have led one of the most compelling and original groups anywhere.  Built on their deep love of the Blues, incorporating free flight Jazz and Rock power, there truly is no one else like them.In this, the second episode of a two-parter, Bob and Nick dig deep with Robert and Jack into how they’ve honed and maintained their unique sound, and the special dynamics of a special band.Tune in to The Summit FM 91.3 on Thursday, October 26, at 10 pm, or anytime on Apple, Spotify, Google, Podbean, SoundCloud, or wherever you get your podcasts!

The Two And Only - Part 1

15-60-75.  The Numbers Band.  For over 50 years, brothers Robert Kidney and Jack Kidney have led one of the most compelling and original groups anywhere.  Built on their deep love of the Blues, incorporating free flight Jazz and Rock power, there truly is no one else like them.In this, the first episode of a two-parter, Bob and Nick dig deep with Robert and Jack into their inspirations, the pre-Numbers days, the Kent era, personnel changes, and how they’ve honed their unique sound.And: What exactly does 15-60-75 mean, anyway?Tune in to The Summit FM 91.3 on Thursday, October 19, at 10 pm, or anytime on Apple, Spotify, Google, Podbean, SoundCloud, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Hammers, Guitars, and a Pen - David Giffels, Part 2

He’s been named the “The Bard of Akron” by nothing less than the New York Times!  When talking “From Akron & Beyond”, no one fits the bill better than author/educator/rocker/home renovator David Giffels.  His books have chronicled family, history, the Akron Sound, amongst many other topics.  In this, the second of a two-parter, Nick and Bob join David on a deep look through his varied and successful career, and current projects.

Hammers, Guitars, and a Pen - David Giffels, Part 1

He’s been named the “The Bard of Akron” by nothing less than the New York Times!  When talking “From Akron & Beyond”, no one fits the bill better than author/educator/rocker/ home renovator David Giffels.  His books have chronicled family, history, the Akron Sound, amongst many other topics.  In this, the first of a two-parter, Nick and Bob join David on a deep look through his varied and successful career.

It’s Beer-thirty with Brewmaster and Entrepreneur Fred Karm of Hoppin’ Frog Brewery!

In this episode, Nick and Bob go beyond with Fred Karm, whose Hoppin’ Frog brewery has won international acclaim for his many innovative and delicious beers.  Meanwhile, in Akron he maintains both his brewing operation and his brewpub, with many tasty food options. A man of many interests and accomplishments, don’t miss this special FROM AKRON & BEYOND featuring Fred Karm!

Hittin’ The Honky Tonk Trail With Ryan Humbert

For years, Ryan Humbert has been a mainstay in the NE Ohio music scene, as a performer, songwriter, and producer.  He has reached a new pinnacle of success with his band The Shootouts, whose third album STAMPEDE has climbed the Americana charts, featuring such stellar guests as Marty Stuart, Jim Lauderdale, and Asleep At The Wheel, amongst others.  Performances at none other than the Grand Ole Opry have followed! In this episode, we go way back with Ryan, discussing his inspirations, earliest musical endeavors, and his many projects. Don’t miss it!