Transport to the open road, backstage, and to the front row and connect deeper with concert culture & community with Kyle Lamont.
CONCERT CULTURE: A SONIC KALEIDOSCOPE OF SOUNDS & STORIES
We make audio stories about how concerts influence our lives. Through energetic music journalism, personal anecdotes, and local music, we share the passion and perspectives that make our concert communities thrive.
We make audio stories about how concerts influence our lives. Through energetic music journalism, personal anecdotes, and local music, we share the passion and perspectives that make our concert communities thrive.
ROCKUMENTARY PODCAST SERIES
A sonic mini-doc of a band’s life in the midst of the creative process, a mysterious space not always open for admission.
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Independent music venues that march to the beat of their own drum, hidden gems that could be gone tomorrow.
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Community-powered music festivals: Mindful, unique, and fun. We bring you so close, it's almost like you're there.
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KYLE LAMONT: CONCERT CULTURE GUIDE
I love documenting the human side of a musical journey: the creative breakthroughs, authentic moments, and overlooked experiences. I also adore being part of different concert communities across the country. With a genuine love for listening and a deep curiosity for people's passionate perspectives in music, our guests on Concert Cast share unique stories and insights on how music influences their lives. I hope when you listen, you feel present, connected, and curious too. Listen to my story about when live music changed my life.
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A "WILD" BAND INTERVIEW WITH 76TH STREET
Nashville duo drops LGBTQ+ anthem you can't help but dance to
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I interview indie duo 76TH Street about their new queer pop EP, WILD. The 6-song collection spans from a love letter to a Nashville LGBTQ+ bar to an upbeat break-up anthem. The EP culminates in a tribute to influential gay musicians, featuring the catchy hook "I think that I just got more gay."
Love 76TH Street? CLICK HERE for my in-depth Rockumentary podcast with them in Nashville. |
FESTIVAL FASHION AT UNDER THE OAKS, MAINE
What comes first, the music we listen to or the clothes we wear?
It all starts in a she-shed with GoldenOak's Lena Kendall as she gets dressed for her headline show at Under the Oaks, their debut festival. Join me for an unforgettable weekend of community vibes, from mushroom foraging to pancake breakfasts. served by the band. Plus lively riverside chats about style, music, and place – where every answer sparks new questions. Experience the magic where fashion meets folk-rock in the heart of Western Maine. MORE HERE.
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ANALOG MUSIC VENUE IN ATHENS, GEORGIA
A cozy B&B that doubles as an analog recording studio and experimental performance space.
When the owner of Happy Top greeted me at the door with a candelabra, I knew I was in for a treat. Join me on a tour of this one-of-a-kind, retro venue with a fascinating origin story and incredible design. (There's literally a piano in every room!) We'll explore its innovative signal flow speaker system and hear why Athens has such an iconic music scene. MORE HERE
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FLAGSTAFF, AZ: A MYSTICAL MUSIC TOWN
Venue Tour and Lore, Plus Ghost Stories from The Hotel Monte Vista
When I pull into Flagstaff, AZ, along Route 66, what was supposed to be a quick stop turns into an extended musical adventure. I get a backstage tour of the Orpheum Theatre—where Umphrey’s McGee once rocked so hard they blew the power—and stay at the legendary Hotel Monte Vista, crashing in both the Michael Stipe and Bing Crosby rooms. Of course, I hear ghost stories about the infamous Meat Man room too.
Along the way, I connect with Lindsay, a local artist and front desk clerk, who shares stories that dive deep into the town’s musical mysticism. By the time I hit the road, I leave with a sonic kinship to this magical little city—and I have a feeling you might feel the same after listening. MORE HERE |
PHISH AT SPHERE
Miracle ticket seeking at the Sphere: A Phish fan's audio quest
In an attempt to witness Phish history, I embark on a quest for a last-minute "Sphere-acle" ticket to the band's groundbreaking Sphere residency in Las Vegas. Upon arrival, I'm crushed to find ticket prices soaring beyond reach. With a finger in the air, this audio story captures the voices of fellow ticket seekers and immediate reactions from show-goers, including naysayers. From afterparties to nitrous alley, it's gonzo-style reporting with a hippie twist. We're reminded that the best part of any quest is the people you meet, especially at a PHISH show and in the community it creates.. MORE HERE
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UNEXPECTED CONNECTIONS THAT CONCERT CREATE
In my field notes, music and introspection intertwine, opening a new doorway to self discovery.