Beyond a Song

Series produced by ISOAS Media

Caption: Beyond a Song, Credit: Rich Reardin
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Beyond a Song 

Beyond a Song with host Rich Reardin. Rich hosts this extraordinary weekly radio series that features discussions with World Class musicians, producers, audio engineers, etc., about their lives and making music.

Beyond a Song first appeared in 2005 with the original series "In Search of a Song" with host Jason Wilber (John Prine's longtime lead guitarist).

Beyond a Song would like to mention here our profound sadness at the passing of John Prine, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Jason Wilber lent infinite support to the show theme, it's original production, and concept. His work with John Prine for a quarter of a century inspired the interest in talking with musical guests about the art of songwriting. Heretofore, our show is dedicated to John Prine and Jason Wilber, and continues to be inspired by their lives and music.

Specifically this show highlights the guest artist's early musical experiences and influences, their creative process, and the stories behind some of their songs. Beyond a Song also explores the lives of others who contribute to the making of music through recording, producing, or audio engineering.

Most pieces in the series are "Evergreen" and can be played any time.

With thorough in depth interviews, full length songs, Beyond a Song seeks to explore the minds and creative processes of great musical artists, and those behind the making of that music. Our interviews are conducted in a relaxed, conversational style by host, executive producer Rich Reardin. Reardin’s experiences as a professional producer, musician, and recording engineer, as well as his prior relationships and associations with many of the guest artists, allow him to relate to the interviewees not only as a journalist, but instead as a fellow musician and peer, technician, and songwriter.

This easy going peer-to-peer tone puts the guests at ease and creates a unique, fascinating atmosphere for discussion, frequently allowing conversations to venture into areas of the soul and psyche not often explored on other musical interview programs. At its best, Beyond a Song gives the listener the feeling of eavesdropping on an artist as they reflect on their inspirations, the secrets of their craft, and what makes their favorite music tick. Rounding out the program are exclusive live performances by the featured guest, recorded in the studio or in live concert performance. Genre's are typically singer/songwriter, rock, country, Americana, Bluegrass, and Folk. Each show is a unique experience highlighting vastly different styles of songwriting, songs and artists, as well as fascinating discussions with the people behind the scenes, such as producers, engineers, venues, etc.. We hope to bring something new about each artist, and really find out what it takes to write a song, whether from music history, or something brand new. We have also integrated our website with more in depth media applications to support and show more about the subject of a typical show. Hide full description

With thorough in depth interviews, full length songs, Beyond a Song seeks to explore the minds and creative processes of great musical artists, and those behind the making of that music. Our interviews are conducted in a relaxed, conversational style by host, executive producer Rich Reardin. Reardin’s experiences as a professional producer, musician, and recording engineer, as well as his prior relationships and associations with many of the guest artists, allow him to relate to the interviewees not only as a journalist, but instead as a fellow musician and peer, technician, and songwriter.This easy going peer-to-peer tone puts the guests at ease and creates a unique, fascinating atmosphere for discussion, frequently allowing conversations to venture into areas of the soul and psyche... Show full description


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Caption: Rich Reardin
Host Rich Reardin talks about some of the musicians that passed away in 2016 in this special new years 2017 show.

  • Added: Jan 06, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Gordy Quist
This is part one of a series of interviews with Gordy Quist and Ed Jurdi from the 'Band of Heathens'. Part one features clips from our original int...

  • Added: Jan 13, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Band of Heathens
This is part two of a series of interviews with Gordy Quist and Ed Jurdi from the 'Band of Heathens'. Host executive producer Rich Reardin discusse...

  • Added: Jan 26, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Band of Heathens
This is the final part 3 of a series of interviews with Gordy Quist and Ed Jurdi from the 'Band of Heathens'. Host executive producer Rich Reardin ...

  • Added: Jan 27, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: John Stickley Trio
Host executive producer Rich Reardin talks with flat-picking guitarist extraordinairé, Jon Stickley about his life and music. Also the music of his...

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  • Added: Feb 03, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
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Caption: John Stickley Trio
Host executive producer Rich Reardin talks with flat-picking guitarist extraordinairé, Jon Stickley about his life and music. Also the music of his...

  • Added: Feb 10, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Stephen Belans
Host Jason Wilber talks with drummer, percussionist and producer Stephen Belans about his life and music.

  • Added: Feb 17, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Stephen Belans
Host Jason Wilber talks with drummer, percussionist and producer Stephen Belans about his life and music. This is final episode of a 3 part interview.

  • Added: Mar 03, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Butch Trucks
Host Rich Reardin talks with former Allman Brothers bassist David Goldflies about his years with the band, and relationship with drummer extraordin...

  • Added: Mar 10, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Butch Trucks
Host Rich Reardin talks with former Allman Brothers bassist David Goldflies about his years with the band, and relationship with drummer extraordin...

  • Added: Mar 17, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Tim Carbone
Host Rich Reardin talks with songwriter, musician, violinist, and producer Tim Carbone from the band Railroad Earth. This is part 1 of a 3 part int...

  • Added: Mar 24, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Tim Carbone
Host Rich Reardin talks with songwriter, musician, violinist, and producer Tim Carbone from the band Railroad Earth and The Contribution. This is p...

  • Added: Mar 31, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Bob Delevante
Guest host Jason Wilber speaks with singer/songwriter Bob Delevante about his life and music. This is part 1 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Apr 21, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Bob Delevante
Guest host Jason Wilber speaks with singer/songwriter Bob Delevante about his life and music. This is part 2 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Apr 28, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: The Head
Host Rich Reardin talks with Jack and Mike Shaw of the band, The Head.

  • Added: May 08, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Sarah Potenza
Guest host Jason Wilber talks with singer/songwriter Sarah Potenza about her life and music.

  • Added: May 12, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Sarah Potenza
Guest host Jason Wilber talks with singer/songwriter Sarah Potenza about her life and music.

  • Added: May 19, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Bill Scorzari
Host Rich Reardin talks with New York singer/songwriter Bill Scorzari about his life and music.

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  • Added: May 26, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
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Caption: Jared Tyler
Host Rich Reardin talks with Tulsa, Oklahoma singer/songwriter Jared Tyler.

  • Added: Jun 02, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Jared Tyler
Host Rich Reardin talks with Tulsa, Oklahoma singer/songwriter Jared Tyler. This is the final episode of a two part series.

  • Added: Jun 09, 2017
  • Length: 01:00:00