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Long-form conversations, Sanity Cinema, and live performances from the artists and people shaping Baltimore.
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Episode 75▶We welcomed Dan Wallace to the Lounge for another Sanity Cinema episode, where we took a deep dive into Alfred Hitchcock’s classic North by Northwest. Dan joined us for the […]
Episode 74▶Episode 74 is all about the first-ever Woodshed Festival, happening July 26 at the Baltimore Museum of Industry. Joining us in the Lounge are Sparks, Ricky Wise, and Quack, with […]
Live @ The Lounge▶A live performance from Gravedigger’s Biscuits, recorded in the Lounge. This video is focused on the music. For the full episode with the interview, you can listen anywhere you get […]
Episode 73▶We had Chris Hartman and Liz Rawlings of Let’s Go! Music Festival in the Lounge for a deep dive into the festival’s history and the current lineup. As the brother-and-sister […]
Episode 72▶We had Judy Neff in the Lounge for a deep dive into her background, her PhD in microbiology, and the story behind building Checkerspot Brewing Company in Baltimore. We talked […]
Episode 71▶We had Sam Sessa in the Lounge for a deep dive into WTMD, Baltimore music history, and the artists that helped shape the scene. We talked about Sam’s early days […]
John Rallo is back in the Lounge for another Sanity Cinema episode. This time we’re talking about the 1999 film The 13th Warrior — the cult classic starring Antonio Banderas […]
Episode 69▶We had Mariah Bonner in the Lounge for a conversation and an intimate live performance. Mariah brought a unique set, singing in English, French, and Spanish, with Marcus Dagan accompanying […]
Live @ The Lounge▶Pressing Strings stopped by the Lounge and performed four songs live. This video is just the music — no interview, no conversation — just the performance. If you’re into it, […]
Episode 68▶We had the @fitzkeebrothersmusic7914 in the Lounge for a conversation and a full one-hour live performance. The group features Alex on drums and Drew on bass, with Will from Long […]
Episode 67▶We had Ed Hough in the Lounge for a conversation. Ed is a Baltimore-based drummer known for playing with Smooth Kentucky, Ed Hough’s Allman Brothers Collective, and Ed Hough’s Dead […]
We had @BigMeadow in the Lounge for conversation and a live performance. We talked about the band’s sound, what they’ve been working on, and their upcoming album release show at […]
Episode 65▶We welcomed acclaimed pianist and composer Marcus Dagan to the Lounge for an in-depth conversation and live performance. Marcus has built a career as a performer, composer, and musical director, […]
Episode 64▶We had Gravediggers Biscuits in the Lounge for a live performance and conversation. The band includes members of Iron Boss, From the Hills, and Jade, bringing together familiar faces from […]
Episode 63▶We had Uncle Kunkel’s One Gram Band in the Lounge for music and conversation. This Baltimore-based funk-rock/jam group blends deep grooves, improvisation, and high-energy live performances. With several live recordings, […]
Episode 62 features Piedmonsters in the Lounge for live music and conversation. We talked about their sound, the roots of Piedmont blues, how the band came together, and what they’ve […]
This is a Sanity Cinema episode recorded in 2024 that never made it out… until now. We sat down to talk about Predator (1987) — the action-sci-fi classic that somehow […]
Episode 60▶We sat down with Elizabeth Bonner, a preservation advocate and board member of UNITE Mt. Vernon and the Mount Vernon Place Conservancy. Elizabeth has restored and protected historic homes across […]
Episode 59▶To The Moon came through the Lounge and took us on a ride. If you haven’t heard them yet, they describe themselves as drum & bass, rock fusion, psychedelic, instrumental […]
Episode 58▶We’re diving into the film …And Justice for All — the wild, chaotic 1979 courtroom satire that somehow still hits way too close to home. We brought in one of […]
Episode 57▶We had Mark Hopkins in the Lounge with Tristan on drums, Ryan on bass, and John on keys — a tight crew that knows how to groove. They played a […]
This session of Sanity Lounge is brought to you by Christopher Schafer Clothier — handcrafted custom suits made right here in Baltimore. 👉 https://www.christopherschafer.com Mama’s Black Sheep (Baltimore’s own duo […]
Episode 55▶This episode of Sanity Lounge is brought to you by Christopher Schafer Clothier — custom suits and Baltimore style done right. 👉 https://www.christopherschafer.com We hung out with radio legend Matt […]
This episode of Sanity Lounge is brought to you by Christopher Schafer Clothier — handcrafted custom suits made right here in Baltimore. Style that fits your life. 👉 christopherschafer.com Natalie […]
Episode 53▶This episode of Sanity Lounge is brought to you by Meighan Moves—Baltimore’s trusted realtor helping people find their perfect home in Charm City. Check her out at https://www.meighanmoves.com. Singer-songwriter @Caltoner […]
Episode 52▶This episode of Sanity Lounge is brought to you by Meighan Moves—Baltimore’s trusted realtor helping people find their perfect home in Charm City. Check her out at https://www.meighanmoves.com. Comedian Mike […]
Episode 51▶This episode of Sanity Lounge is brought to you by Meighan Moves—Baltimore’s trusted realtor helping people find their perfect home in Charm City. Check her out at https://www.meighanmoves.com. We hung […]
This episode of Sanity Lounge is brought to you by Meighan Moves, Baltimore’s trusted realtor helping people find their perfect home in Charm City. Check them out at https://www.meighanmoves.com. We […]
Episode 49▶This episode of Sanity Lounge is sponsored by Meighan Moves — Baltimore’s trusted realtor helping folks find their perfect spot in Charm City. Ready to make your move? Check out […]
This episode of Sanity Lounge is brought to you by Meighan Moves — your go-to Baltimore realtor for buying, selling, and making moves in Charm City. 🏡 📌 Learn more: […]
Episode 47▶This week on Sanity Lounge, we sit down with the one and only Mickey Cucchiella — comedian, radio legend, and unapologetically outspoken voice of Baltimore. Mickey gets real about life […]
Katie Bollinger pulls up to the Lounge for a fun, honest convo about Love Is Blind, her love of horror movies, and more than a decade behind the scenes with […]
Episode 44▶We had the absolute blast of hanging with MR VCR, the genre-bending trio straight out of Annapolis, MD. They brought the energy, the stories, and a killer live in-studio performance […]
🔥 Live now on Sanity Lounge: Feather + Flask bringing their soulful vibes and rich harmonies straight to your ears! 🎶 This talented four-piece band delivers a unique blend of […]
Episode 43▶We had Nathan Shulkin on the show. He’s the drummer for Natalie Brooke and Greasy Hands, and he stopped by to jam on our kit for a bit. We talked […]
Feather + Flask, the Havre de Grace-based four-piece blending folk, Americana, and soul, stopped by Sanity Lounge for an unforgettable live performance and conversation. Their harmonies are tight, their songwriting […]
Sanity Lounge Episode 41: John Crocken of Persimmon Drumsticks In this episode of Sanity Lounge, we sit down with the incredibly talented John Crocken—drummer, craftsman, and creator of Persimmon Drumsticks. We talk about […]
Get ready for an electrifying session as Speakers of the House bring their unique blend of old-school funk, boogaloo, and Latin grooves to the Lounge! Formed by members of Baltimore’s […]
Live @ The Lounge▶In the latest episode of Sanity Lounge, singer-songwriter Daphne Eckman delivers an unforgettable performance that captures the essence of Baltimore’s vibrant music scene. The highlight of the episode is Daphne’s […]
Live @ The Lounge▶If you want to laugh your face off, you’ve gotta check out Daphne London’s performance from Sanity Lounge! She brought such wild energy with her funny, honest songs like 3 […]
Straight from the heart of Maryland, Talbot Mayo graces the Sanity Lounge stage with a soulful set of country and bluegrass magic in Episode 36. 🎶 With a voice that […]
Live @ The Lounge▶Yup… BUSSI pulled up to the Sanity Lounge and did a LIVE SET that might’ve short-circuited our speakers (and possibly our brains). We’re not saying it changed lives… but someone […]
Live @ The Lounge▶Lower Case Blues took over the Lounge with an unforgettable live performance, bringing raw energy and bluesy soul to every note. Their powerful sound filled the room, and we couldn’t […]
We had the absolute honor of welcoming the incredibly talented @johnnyalonso into the studio at Sanity Lounge for an unforgettable live session! 🔥 Johnny lit up the room with raw […]
Live @ The Lounge▶Hat and Hair brought some seriously good vibes with their live bluegrass performance. The band was totally in the pocket—tight harmonies, smooth picking, and that foot-stomping rhythm that makes you […]
Whiskey Feathers brought their soulful Americana sound to Sanity Lounge Studios back in November for a live-to-tape session and interview. Episode 22 of the Sanity Lounge podcast features heartfelt performances […]
Live @ The Lounge▶We had an amazing time hosting Winter Sect on Sanity Lounge podcast! They brought their unique sound to the studio, delivering an unforgettable live performance. Tune in to watch them […]
Glorian came through the studio and brought the kind of energy you feel in your bones. No flash, no pretense—just pure presence, raw sound, and total honesty in the moment. […]
Live @ The Lounge▶We had the incredible Glassphalt in the studio for an unforgettable session! These Baltimore rockers brought raw energy and passion to the stage with their live performance at the Sanity […]
Live @ The Lounge▶We had an amazing time with Eyas in the lounge! She’s a super talented local singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist who’s worked with some incredible Baltimore artists. We got into her […]
Episode 40▶We had not one, but TWO incredible sound healing practitioners join us on the show—and it was an experience to remember. 🌟 They brought the vibes (literally), shared their knowledge […]
We had a great time hanging out with Speakers of the House — a band made up of members from two well-known local groups, The Almighty Senators and The Junkyard […]
Episode 15▶We had an amazing time with Baltimore’s own Glassphalt on this latest episode of Sanity Lounge! 🎤🔥 They performed some incredible live music and sat down with us for a […]
Episode 38▶Can’t believe it’s already been a year since our first episode. Huge thanks to everyone who been listening, sharing and showing us love along the way!! To celebrate, we’ve got […]
Episode 37▶🎤 Had the one and only Daphne London in the lounge and she had us crying laughing with a live set of her hilarious songs 😂🔥 We sat down and […]
We had the honor of hosting the insanely talented Talbot Mayo on the show—and wow, what a voice. 🔥 Straight out of Monkton, Maryland, Talbot brings a fresh yet timeless […]
Episode 35▶We’re thrilled to have Baltimore musician Glorian on the show for an unforgettable conversation and performance! 🌟🎤 From deep musical insights to a live set that’ll leave you mesmerized, this […]
We had an amazing time with Eyas in the lounge! She’s a super talented local singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist who’s worked with some incredible Baltimore artists. We got into her […]
Live @ The Lounge▶We’re thrilled to have singer-songwriter Anthony Hurley on the show! 🎤✨ He’s sharing his journey, the stories behind his music, and even treating us to a special performance. Don’t miss […]
🎶 Sweet Leda is in the house! 🎶 We’re beyond excited to welcome Sweet Leda to the lounge for an exclusive interview and live performance! 🗣️🎸 Known for their soulful […]
Episode 33▶🔥 Hanging with @BussiWithAnI – Comedy, Chaos & a 47-Min Set! 🤖🎤 Just had an absolute blast talking with BUSSI (Bionic Universal Super Soldiers Incorporated)—aka Erik Woodworth & Tommy Sinbazo—and […]
Episode 32▶🎬 New Interview Alert! 🎬 We had an absolute blast hanging out with Johnny Alonso on the show! 🤩 From acting to music and everything in between, Johnny shared some […]
Live @ The Lounge▶We had the pleasure of welcoming Baltimore artist Enslow to the Sanity Lounge! 🎙️✨ Known for her captivating sound and creative artistry, Enslow joined us to talk about her music […]
🔥 Special Guest: Scott Reardon from 98 Rock! 🔥 We had an absolute blast sitting down with Scott Reardon from 98 Rock for an epic interview! 🎙️ We covered everything—from […]
🎶 Sweet Leda is in the house! 🎶 We’re beyond excited to welcome Sweet Leda to the lounge for an exclusive interview and live performance! 🗣️🎸 Known for their soulful […]
Episode 29▶🎶 Exciting Episode Alert! 🎶 We’re thrilled to have singer-songwriter Anthony Hurley on the show! 🎤✨ He’s sharing his journey, the stories behind his music, and even treating us to […]
Episode 28▶We had the amazing Hat and Hair Bluegrass Band on the Sanity Lounge podcast! They delivered an incredible live performance and shared stories about their music, inspirations, and journey as […]
🎸 We had the incredible Matt Everhart in the Sanity Lounge studio, and it was an absolute blast! Not only did we dive into his musical journey and influences, but […]
We had the pleasure of sitting down with Baltimore artist Matt Muirhead for an incredible episode of Sanity Lounge! 🌟 Matt shared his journey as an artist, showcased some amazing […]
We had the pleasure of welcoming Baltimore artist Enslow to the Sanity Lounge! 🎙️✨ Known for her captivating sound and creative artistry, Enslow joined us to talk about her music […]
Live @ The Lounge▶🎙️ Sanity Lounge Podcast: Live Performance by Madisun Bailey 🎶 In this special episode of the Sanity Lounge, we’re thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented Madisun Bailey! Join us for […]
Episode 24▶We sat down with the incredible drummer Aaron Grove to talk about his journey through countless bands and what it’s like jamming with his current group. From stories on the […]
This week, we were joined by the always hilarious Justin Schlegel, and let’s just say—he did not disappoint! From his sharp wit to his unmatched energy, Justin brought the laughs […]
On the latest episode of Sanity Lounge, we had the pleasure of hosting a live performance by the incredible Outcalls. Known for their unique blend of classical training and modern […]
Episode 22▶The Whiskey Feathers graced the Sanity Lounge studio for an incredible live-to-tape performance and an engaging conversation! From heartfelt melodies to stories behind the music, this episode captures the soulful Americana […]
Episode 21▶We had an amazing time hosting Winter Sect on Sanity Lounge podcast! They brought their unique sound to the studio, delivering an unforgettable live performance. Tune in to watch them […]
Episode 20▶Just had an incredible session with Lower Case Blues at The Lounge! They rocked the stage with a live performance and then joined us for a laid-back conversation about their […]
Episode 19▶Had an awesome time chatting with WTMD’s own Tyler Laporte on the latest episode of Sanity Lounge! 🎶 We dove into his journey into radio, the nine-year break that shaped […]
Episode 18▶In this episode of ‘Sanity Cinema’ we had an awesome chat with Caleb about our shared love for Goodfellas! We dove deep into the unforgettable scenes, the incredible performances, and […]
#sanitylounge#Drumming#NeilPeart Had an awesome conversation with Karras Johnson on the latest episode of Sanity Lounge! 🎶 We dove into his drumming history, chatted about his journey through different bands, and […]
Episode 16▶#Baltimore #AddictionRecovery #Funk In this episode of Sanity Lounge, we sit down with the incredibly talented Joe Keyes, frontman of the Late Bloomer Band. Joe shares his powerful story of […]
Episode 14▶In this important episode of Sanity Lounge, we sit down with Amanda Davis, a seasoned nurse and leader who has dedicated her career to making a difference in behavioral health. […]
Join us for a hilarious conversation with Baltimore’s own comedian, Umar Kahn! We dive into the local comedy scene, life in Charm City, and the inspirations behind his unique style […]
Episode 12▶Welcome back to another episode of Sanity Lounge! Today, we’re thrilled to have a true legend in the music world with us—Glenn Workman. Glenn is not only a key member […]
🎤 Interview with Madisun Bailey on the Sanity Lounge! 🎤 We had the incredible Madisun Bailey on the latest episode of Sanity Lounge! Tune in to hear her share her […]
Episode 10▶🎙️ Sanity Lounge Podcast – Episode 10: Exploring Comedy, Psychedelics, Movies, and LARPing with Tommy Sinbazo 🎙️ Welcome back to the Sanity Lounge! In this episode, we sit down with […]
Episode 9▶We are thrilled to welcome Mitch Shaivitz to the ‘Sanity Lounge’ podcast! Mitch is an incredibly talented drummer and percussionist known for his dynamic playing and deep musical insight. Throughout […]
In this thrilling episode of Sanity Lounge, we dive into the deep waters of Steven Spielberg’s iconic 1975 film, Jaws. Join us as we explore the film’s groundbreaking special effects […]
Episode 7▶In this episode of Sanity Lounge, we sit down with the multifaceted Christopher Schafer to explore his journey in tailoring, his rhythmic adventures as a drummer, his love for cars, […]
Join us on “Sanity Lounge” as we dive into the life of Joe Stamboni, the talented drummer and charismatic producer of the 98 Rock Morning Show. Discover the man behind […]
In this podcast episode, we dive into the life of Jason Leppo, a talented guitarist and influential figure in the 80s and 90s Baltimore punk scene. Jason’s journey takes an […]
In this lively episode, we explore the musical world of Outcalls, Baltimore’s opera queens. Founded by classically trained sopranos Melissa Wimbish and Britt Olsen-Ecker, Outcalls blend their operatic prowess with […]
Episode 3▶In this episode, we sit down with Tristan Gilbert, a dynamic drummer renowned for his versatility and powerful performances across multiple bands in the vibrant Baltimore/Delaware music scene. From his […]
Episode 2▶In this episode, we delve into the world of Ricky Wise, a maestro behind the kit whose rhythm resonates far beyond the stage. Not only does Ricky keep the beat […]
In the first episode of ‘Sanity Lounge,’ hosts Davis and Leppo kick off their journey into the heart of drumming and the vibrant Baltimore local music and art scene, promising […]