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Cigar City Radio

Cigar City Radio is a music interview podcast based in Tampa, FL. Hosted by Entertainment Lawyer Randy Ojeda and Jason Solanes, the podcast features interviews with musicians, artists, and other creative individuals. It covers a wide range of topics including the music scene, pop culture, and discussions with notable guests. Cigar City Radio provides insights into the vibrant arts and music community of Tampa Bay.
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Mar 13, 2024

Join us as we sit down with the legendary underground rapper, Homeboy Sandman. We'll be delving into his Dominican/Puerto Rican heritage and exploring the nuanced differences between hip hop and trash rap. Plus, we'll discuss his juggling act of attending law school while embarking on his music career. We'll also dissect his latest single, "Real Good," and unravel the layers of his music video for "$". From navigating the challenges of mass media to thriving as an independent artist, we'll cover all this and more in our candid conversation.

Feb 29, 2024

We interview Krista Shipperbottom from the metal band Lutharo about their upcoming tour in North America, their new album "Chasing Euphoria," her singing techniques, the challenges of being a woman in a metal band, and more.

Feb 21, 2024

We recap Gasparilla Music Festival 2024, including surprise headliners Killer Mike and Big Boi, then we talk to performers DJ Sandman (8:11) and Alien House (16:17), as well as Tampa Jesuit Grad turned Capitol Records Recording Artist, Aidan Bissett (25:03).

Feb 14, 2024

We talk to Tampa-based Afrobeats artist Pusha Preme about his origin story, wearing a mask, the album Heroes Eventually Die, supporting the community, PDQ sauces, his performance at Gasparilla Music Festival, and more. 

Feb 7, 2024

We talk to Tad Denham from Recycled Tunes about their mission to provide instruments to underserved children in the Tampa Bay Area, the Gasparilla Music Foundation, how people can donate instruments, and how the program works with Gasparilla Music Festival. 

Jan 31, 2024

We talk to Christone “Kingfish” Ingram about growing up in Clarksdale, Mississippi, winning a Grammy, working with legends like Buddy Guy, Vampire Weekend, and Robin Thicke, performing in Luke Cage, acting in Red Dead Redemption, his new album Live in London, and his upcoming performance at Gasparilla Music Festival. 

Jan 24, 2024
After a lengthy hiatus…Cigar City Radio RETURNS! Back by popular demand is the award winning podcast from Randy Ojeda and Jason Solanes. What awards, you ask? What do you mean? Who cares? We’re back, baby!
Oct 31, 2019

We go deep into the Mystery Skulls tour bus to talk about being an independent artist, new album Back to Life, live streaming, Mystery Skulls Animated, Dragon Ball Super, Salma’s Big Wish, the Mount Rushmore of Pro Wrestling, and more.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

Oct 14, 2019

Live from the office of Symphonic Distribution, we have some loose talk with Loose Talk. They tell us about their new single “Iron Heel”, upcoming shows, and continuing to play with Anberlin. We also chat about living in St. Pete, owning your own masters, and advice for new bands. And for all of this, we’re joined by Ray Roa (Creative Loafing).

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

Oct 9, 2019

Live from the office of Symphonic Distribution, we talk to Strange Ranger about living in Philadelphia, forming in Bozeman, Montana, and long drives on the road. We also talk about their new album Remembering The Rockets, DIY venues, Andes Mints, hospitality riders, Matchbox 20, and more.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

Sep 26, 2019

Live from Reggie’s Rock Club in Chicago, we talk to Porcupine - the project from guitarist/vocalist Casey Virock, drummer Ian Prince, and bassist Greg Norton (Hüsker Dü). We talk about Greg joining the band, Casey’s songwriting, being adults, and what their kids think of their music. They also give advice to new bands and we hear all about Greg’s mustache.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

Jun 26, 2019

Guest Hosts Anna Bryson and Amy Diaz chat with Chastity Belt ahead of their headlining performance at LYR’s Babefest. They talk about 10 years of Chastity Belt, being a “cool slut”, their upcoming album, and more.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

Jun 20, 2019

We talk to Manny and Megan from Daddy Kool Records about moving into their new space in the St. Pete Warehouse Arts District. They tell us about the history of Daddy Kool, Record Store Day, plans for their new space, cassettes, and more.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

Jun 18, 2019

The band Air Review breaks down their new track "People Say Things Change" from the album How We Got By on Velvet Blue Music, from bassline to lyrics and more.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

Jun 4, 2019

We talk to Kristine Leschper from Mothers about the Athens music scene, moving to Philadelphia, working with Drew Vandenberg, her album Render Another Ugly Method on Anti Records, and her tour with Lucy Dacus. Plus, she answers a listener question comparing painting to songwriting and tells us some things that nobody else really knows about her.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

May 22, 2019

We talk to Angela Page from Love Your Rebellion about LYR’s Babefest. She tells us about booking Seattle’s Chastity Belt to headline the fest, the vendors and non-profits involved in Babefest, the mission of Love Your Rebellion, and what it means to be “Diversity First.” She also talks about having to work harder as a woman in a male dominated field, gives advice for others trying to promote diversity in their music scene, and so much more.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

May 16, 2019

On our milestone 100th episode, Randy and Jason talk to long-time friend Andy Holt, editor at Hard Drive, the gaming and culture section of the popular online satire magazine, The Hard Times. They talk about working at The Hard Times, founder and Editor-in-Chief Matt Saincome, making jokes about Nintendo, and so much more. Andy also gratuitously plugs the upcoming book, The Hard Times: The First 40 Years.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

May 10, 2019

We talk to NBA Superstar John Henson about playing at Sickles High School, the Duke-UNC Rivalry, getting drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks, and being traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers. We also talk about going to Coachella, living in Tampa, Up2Us Sports, the toughest NBA players to guard, and so much more.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

May 3, 2019

We talk to Roberto Torres about starting Black & Denim Apparel Company, opening Blind Tiger Cafe, and moving to Tampa from Panama. He tells us about the meaning of the name Blind Tiger, how the cafe evolved, and how he became interested in urban planning. He also walks us through what a typical day is like for him, his philosophy on hospitality, his experiences as an immigrant, and more.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

Apr 25, 2019

We talk to St. Pete’s own Fever Beam about their debut single “Young Guns”, performing at Gasparilla Music Festival, opening for Thelma and the Sleaze, cowpunk, VHS tapes, and Frank Zappa. We also cast the Fever Beam Movie and learn so much more about Kasey, Sam, and Dane.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

Apr 9, 2019

Live from the Replay Guitar Exchange Tent at Gasparilla Music Festival, we talk to Jordan Esker (7:25), Ruen Brothers (21:55), Sleepwalkers (35:05), Joshua Reilly (49:50), Flipturn (57:50), The Hails (1:07:05), and Parrotfish (1:14:15). Featuring guest hosting duties from Adam Keilbach!

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

Mar 7, 2019

Our intern, Adam Keilbach, reviews his experience at III Points Fest in Miami, FL - including everything from media pass pickup to discovering Jarritos to his impression of performances by Tyler the Creator, Toro y Moi, Dean Blunt, SZA, James Blake, Herbie Hancock, Kelsey Lu, A$AP Rocky, Blood Orange, Khruangbin, Tim Hecker, and many more.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

Feb 20, 2019

Live from the Symphonic Distribution Tampa Office, we talk to Mike Gomes and Cam Young from Xuitcasecity about meeting in Tampa, the expectations for their sound, being real in 2019, why they do what they do, and connecting with their music. They also tell us about their DIY attitude, building their own thing, their single “Lead Me On” being added to Spotify’s New Music Friday, and more.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

Jan 31, 2019

We talk to St. Pete based duo, Danny and Alex, about meeting in middle school, new singles “Shower in the Dark” and “Breakup Haircut”, weekly livestreams, being in the studio, the “Kodachrome Rule”, Steely Dan, and more.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

Jan 24, 2019

Live from Microgroove in Seminole Heights, we talk to Keith and Susie Ulrey from Pohgoh. They tell us about their recent tour run with Mineral and Tancred, the band’s formation in the mid-90s, their subsequent breakup, and long awaited re-formation. We also talk about their new album, Secret Club, New Granada Records, living with multiple sclerosis, and what’s next for Pohgoh. Spoiler Alert: it’s not another 21 year break.

This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts

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