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: RB Morris
Host Rich Reardin talks with Knoxville singer/songwriter RB Morris. This is part 1 of a 3 part interview.

  • Added: Nov 20, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Phil Naish
Host Rich Reardin talks with musician and producer Phil Naish. This is part 2 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Nov 06, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Phil Naish
Host Rich Reardin talks with musician and producer Phil Naish. This is part 1 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Oct 31, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Jonatha Brooke
Host Rich Reardin talks with Minnesota singer/songwriter Jonatha Brooke . This is part 2 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Oct 23, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Jonatha Brooke
Host Rich Reardin talks with Minnesota singer/songwriter Jonatha Brooke . This is part 1 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Oct 16, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Bill Frisell
Host Rich Reardin talks with composer/guitarist extraordinaire Bill Frisell. This is part 2 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Oct 09, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Graham Bramblett
Host Rich Reardin talks with Nashville singer/songwriter Graham Bramblett. This is part 2 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Sep 25, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Graham Bramblett
Host Rich Reardin talks with Nashville singer/songwriter Graham Bramblett. This is part 1 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Sep 18, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Andy Baker
Host Rich Reardin talks with Michigan singer/songwriter and instrumentalist Andy Baker. This is part 2 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Sep 11, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Justin Townes Earle
Host Rich Reardin talks with Nashville singer/songwriter the late, great, Justin Townes Earle. This is part 2 of a 2 part interview.

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  • Added: Aug 24, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
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Caption: Andy Baker
Host Rich Reardin talks with Michigan singer/songwriter and instrumentalist Andy Baker. This is part 1 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Aug 21, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Eliot Bronson
Host Rich Reardin talks with Nashville singer/songwriter Eliot Bronson. This is part 2 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Aug 14, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Eliot Bronson
Host Rich Reardin talks with Nashville singer/songwriter Eliot Bronson. This is part 1 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Aug 07, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Barbara Bergin
Host Rich Reardin talks with Austin, Texas singer/songwriter Barbara Bergin . This is part 2 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Jul 12, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Barbara Bergin
Host Rich Reardin talks with Austin, Texas singer/songwriter Barbara Bergin . This is part 1 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Jul 12, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Nate Lee
Host Rich Reardin talks with Nashville singer/songwriter/mandolinist Nate Lee. This is part 2 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Jul 10, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Nate Lee
Host Rich Reardin talks with Nashville singer/songwriter/mandolinist Nate Lee. This is part 1 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Jul 03, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Georgia English
Host Rich Reardin talks with Canadian singer/songwriter Georgia English. This is part 2 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Jun 26, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: Georgia English
Host Rich Reardin talks with Canadian singer/songwriter Georgia English. This is part 1 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Jun 19, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00
Caption: David Myles
Host Rich Reardin talks with Canadian singer/songwriter David Myles. This is part 2 of a 2 part interview.

  • Added: Jun 12, 2020
  • Length: 01:00:00