Beyond a Song

Series produced by ISOAS Media

Caption: Beyond a Song, Credit: Rich Reardin
Image by: Rich Reardin 
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: Edward David Anderson
Host Rich Reardin talks with Illinois singer/songwriter Edward David Anderson.

  • Added: Oct 26, 2018
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: David Baas
Host Rich Reardin talks with Indiana musician and long time guitar store owner David Baas.

  • Added: Nov 02, 2018
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Rudi Ekstein
Host Rich Reardin talks with Asheville, N.C. Bluegrass musician Rudi Ekstein.

  • Added: Nov 09, 2018
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Rudi Ekstein
Host Rich Reardin talks with Asheville, N.C. Bluegrass musician Rudi Ekstein.

  • Added: Nov 16, 2018
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Sammy Miller & the Congregation
Host Rich Reardin talks with members of the Los Angeles band "Sammy Miller & the Congregation

  • Added: Nov 23, 2018
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Cary Morin
Host Rich Reardin talks with Native American singer/songwriter/guitarist extraordinairé Cary Morin.

  • Added: Dec 07, 2018
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Cary Morin
Host Rich Reardin talks with Native American singer/songwriter/guitarist extraordinairé Cary Morin.

  • Added: Dec 14, 2018
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Rods and Cones / PK Lavengood
Host Rich Reardin talks with the members of 'The Rods and Cones' - PK Lavengood, Russ Levitt, and Dave Merris.

  • Added: Dec 21, 2018
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band
Host Rich Reardin talks with Josh Peyton of 'Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band'.

  • Added: Dec 28, 2018
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Kim Lenz
Host Rich Reardin talks with Los Angeles singer/songwriter and Rockabilly Queen Kim Lenz about her life and music.

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  • Added: Jan 04, 2019
  • Length: 01:00:00
  • Purchases: 2
Caption: Kim Lenz
Host Rich Reardin talks with Los Angeles singer/songwriter and Rockabilly Queen Kim Lenz about her life and music.

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  • Added: Jan 11, 2019
  • Length: 01:00:00
  • Purchases: 2
Caption: Taylor Martin
Host Rich Reardin talks with Asheville, N.C. singer/songwriter Taylor Martin about his life and music.

  • Added: Jan 18, 2019
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Taylor Martin
Host Rich Reardin talks with Asheville, N.C. singer/songwriter Taylor Martin about his life and music.

  • Added: Jan 25, 2019
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Reed Foehl
Host Rich Reardin talks with singer/songwriter Reed Foehl about his life and music.

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  • Added: Feb 15, 2019
  • Length: 01:00:00
  • Purchases: 2
Caption: Reckless Saints
Host Rich Reardin talks with singer/songwriters/husband and wife duo Roy Schneider and Kim Mayfield about their lives and music. They go by the nam...

  • Added: Feb 22, 2019
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Reckless Saints
Host Rich Reardin talks with singer/songwriters/husband and wife duo Roy Schneider and Kim Mayfield about their lives and music. They go by the nam...

  • Added: Mar 01, 2019
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Reckless Saints
Host Rich Reardin talks with singer/songwriters/husband and wife duo Roy Schneider and Kim Mayfield about their lives and music. They go by the nam...

  • Added: Mar 08, 2019
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Tyson Meade
Host Rich Reardin talks with singer/songwriter and 'Godfather of Alternative Rock', Tyson Meade. (Part 1)

  • Added: Mar 15, 2019
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Tyson Meade
Host Rich Reardin talks with singer/songwriter and 'Godfather of Alternative Rock', Tyson Meade. (Part 2)

  • Added: Mar 22, 2019
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Tyson Meade
Host Rich Reardin talks with Oklahoma singer/songwriter and 'Godfather of Alternative Rock', Tyson Meade. (Part 3)

  • Added: Mar 29, 2019
  • Length: 01:00:00