Seattle's Sound, Then and Now

In this episode of "Seattle's Sound, Then and Now," Owen is joined by fellow Lead Guitarist Matt Fox, from bands Bitter End, Dr. Unknown, and Zero Down to name a few. Get ready as they delve into the world of guitars and amps, exploring the origins of Seattle's alternative "grunge" scene. They'll take you from the high school days of renting out halls during Seattle's ban on all-ages music shows and clubs in the 80s to playing in some of our town's most infamous rock venues and bars.
Lastly, we hear Matt tell us about the time he rescued his gear from a burning building. We describe it as ballsy, but Matt sees it as foolish. Join us for this episode of "Seattle's Sound, Then and Now" to hear these captivating stories and more.

Get ready to dive deep into the heart and soul of Seattle's music scene with a special guest who captured it all through her lens. Join us on this episode of "Seattle's Sound, Then and Now" as we sit down with the legendary rock photographer, Karen Mason Blair. Capturing the rise of the iconic Seattle bands from the late 80s to the early 90s, to the shooting the likes of Duran Duran, Billy Idol, and Radiohead, Karen's camera immortilized it.
Hosted by Lead Guitarist Owen Wright of My Sister's Machine/Mistrust and produced by David Yama and J.P. Lamb, "Seattle's Sound, Then and Now" is your passport to exploring the dynamic music scene that defined Seattle from the early 80s to the mid-90s and continues to thrive today. In this episode, we delve into the extraordinary work of Karen Mason Blair, whose photographs not only captured the spirit of Seattle's grunge movement but also immortalized some of the most influential rock stars of our time.
Join us this Sunday, July 16th, as Karen shares her fascinating stories, memories, and insights from her incredible journey. Karen Mason Blair's lens offers a window into a pivotal era in music history. This episode of "Seattle's Sound, Then and Now" is a celebration of her talent, passion, and the remarkable images she created.

Strap in as we take you on a ferry ride, venturing deep into the woods to meet with Jerry Whitlow, a familiar face from the early 80s Seattle music scene and a close friend of Owen Wright. As Owen's roommate during his glam metal band days, Jerry's mechanical skills laid the tracks for his transformation from fast cars to his role as a respected horse breeder and trainer. Their story began at "Seattle Film Works," where the seeds of future music legends were sown—Mark Arm and Kim Thayil among them. Renowned for epic house parties that united alternative rock and grunge pioneers, Jerry's path has led him to the creation of "Turtlehorse Ranch" alongside his wife, Carrie Guthrie-Whitlow. Join us for the season finale, where Owen and Jerry uncover their journey through Seattle's vibrant music scene.

From Seattle, to Los Angeles, to Memphis, to "geez, I don't wanna talk about it", the Gunner has been there, done that, hated it, and then, ya know what maybe it wasn't so bad!
Tommy's truly seen and done it all, from lead guitar, to singing, to mastering compositions, here is just a slice of it. Grab your favorite beverage and get ready for some deep nostalgia while we hear some of the Gunner's story with his best friend, and our host, Owen Wright.
"Seattle's Sound, Then and Now" is a podcast hosted by Lead Guitarist Owen Wright of My Sister's Machine/Mistrust and produced by David Yama and J.P. Lamb.

The podcast explores Seattle's music scene from the early 80s through the mid-90s as well as the scene today.

Get ready to dive into the wild journey of Chris Ivanovich, the legendary bass player of "My Sister's Machine," in this epic episode of "Seattle's Sound, Then and Now." We're cranking up the volume and throwing formality out the window to bring you the no-nonsense tale of Chris's life in the heart of Seattle's Grunge revolution—a melting pot of rock, metal, and punk that birthed a whole new sound. Join us for a wild ride filled with punk attitude, backstage antics, and some seriously unexpected career moves. But hold on tight, because that's not all—this episode takes a twist as Chris shares his unexpected turn from rockstar to police detective. Yeah, you read that right. It's like having a backstage pass to the real stories behind the music. Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all your favorite streaming platforms for a front-row seat to the unfiltered tales that rocked Seattle and beyond.
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