In this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I sit down with the incredibly talented musician James Raymond for a wide-ranging conversation about his life, music, and creative journey.

James Raymond is a musician, songwriter, producer, and film composer who lives and works in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

James has produced and co-written several records with his dearly departed birthfather, David Crosby, the most recent being FOR FREE. He has also written songs for David Crosby, Crosby/Nash, and CSNsometimesY and played on records by Warren Zevon and many others.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the diverse inspirations that fuel James’ work and the stories behind the music.

Check out more about James and his music at jamesraymond.com

Music from the Episode:
One for Every Moment (CPR)
Morrison (CPR)
She's Got to Be Somewhere (David Crosby)
River Rise (David Crosby with Michael McDonald)
Rodriguez for a Night (David Crosby)
For Free (David Crosby with Sarah Jarosz)
The Other Side of Midnight (David Crosby)

Thank you for tuning in! If you have any questions, feedback, or ideas for the show, please contact me at brad@thebandwichtapes.com. And please spread the word about the show!

The theme song, "Playcation," was written by Mark Mundy.

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I sit down with Matt Mundy to discuss his incredible musical journey, which is deeply rooted in family heritage and a love for bluegrass. We dive into the evolution of bluegrass music, breaking down the role of various instruments and how academic influences have helped shape modern sounds.

Matt opens up about his early years in music, playing with family, and the joy of making music together. He also shares some memorable stories, including his experiences playing with Wendy Bagwell and his later transition to working with Bruce Hampton and the Aquarium Rescue Unit. We talk about the significance of rhythm in bluegrass, the importance of being a team player, and how the lessons he learned from his bandmates helped shape his playing style.

We even discuss some of Matt’s collaborations with well-known musicians like Bela Fleck, the rise of jam bands, and how he handles performance anxiety—a common challenge for so many in the music world. Matt also talks about teaching as a way to understand music on a deeper level and reflects on the joy of passing on his love for music to younger players.

Music from the Episode:
Up and Running (Béla Fleck)
Goldrush (Mark & Matt Mundy)
Stomp (Mark & Matt Mundy)
Dead Presidents (Bruce Hampton & the Aquarium Rescue Unit)
The Landing (Béla Fleck)
Mo' Better Blues (Mark Mundy, Matt Mundy, Jeff Sipe, & Brad Williams)

Thank you for tuning in! If you have any questions, feedback, or ideas for the show, please contact me at brad@thebandwichtapes.com. And please spread the word about the show!

The theme song, "Playcation," was written by Mark Mundy.

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I am thrilled to talk with my lifelong friend, Tim Hamilton. Tim is an incredible steel guitar player and one of the best musicians I have ever been lucky enough to play with. We talk about his early years and how the steel guitar came into his life. We also talk about the many mutual heroes that shaped who we are as musicians.

Tim has a wealth of knowledge of music, and I know you will enjoy his words.

Thank you for tuning in! If you have any questions, feedback, or ideas for the show, please contact me at brad@thebandwichtapes.com. And please spread the word about the show!

The theme song, "Playcation," was written by Mark Mundy.