The Phantom Power Artist Hour is a listener supported podcast that interviews independent music artists from around the world, focusing on those in the V4V and Bitcoin space.

This is "Value4Value," where artists and hosts can receive a direct payment of #Satoshis (Bitcoin) in support of their work via wallet splitting technology.

Use a modern podcast app from https://podcastindex.org/apps to support the show & the music with your Lightning wallet, like Fountain, CurioCaster, Podverse, podfans.fm, TrueFans, etc.

More info about Phantom Power Music:

Website X (Twitter) Instagram Facebook NOSTR npub1t6njrhtc9q3f5wdrwfrhpypq3kes5mpdx4u4rw9w2pxjanuxcpkqveagv3

]]> RSS Blue v1.21.4 en Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:16:56 GMT https://www.phantompowermusic.io Phantom Power Artist Hour Phantom Power Media false Phantom Power Media v4v@phantompowermusic.io episodic dfbf5542-62c2-5979-990d-2410c7916772 no podcast Alabama native and Nashville artist Luke Wood has been in the V4V space for about 6 months, bringing a husky voice of Americana, empathy and storytelling. Although he might have a similar background to most musicians, he's certainly not typical in his delivery. Hope you enjoy this interview!

]]> 4f2f31bb-5e5e-5ac9-9443-4bf0e89ca9c4 Sun, 02 Feb 2025 21:44:38 GMT Episode 37 - Luke Wood 3541 37 full false 37 Matt Johner is a country artist based up north in Saskatoon. He comes from a long line of troubadours and musicians. We explore his background, career, entrance into the V4V world, cruise ships and musical guilty pleasures, enjoy!

]]> 5ceb6165-2d54-5c1a-bb39-e57cf2227a14 Sun, 05 Jan 2025 22:55:56 GMT Episode 36 - Matt Johner 3654 36 full false 36 Andy is a one-man rock & roll machine. He rolls in with a Tele, a Vox, a kick and snare on pedals, and abruptly melts your face. He's part IggyPop, part Weird Al, part Devo, part Buddy Holly, and I adore his stuff. Hope you like this interview.

]]> b4b3a6af-ef89-53a7-98bd-2071a1f38f06 Sun, 13 Oct 2024 15:01:54 GMT Episode 35 - Rock'n'Roll Breakheart 4596 35 full false 35 You know Tony from such songs as "Cool Summer" and "Red Light," and you also know him as the leader of the Blue House Band here in Nashville. We dive deep into his artistry, V4V, if compression on social media is creating "bad" singers, and more! Enjoy!

Use a modern podcast app from https://podcasting2.org/apps to support the show & the music with your lightning wallet, like Fountain, CurioCaster, Podverse, TrueFans, PodcastGuru, etc.

The software automatically switches to the artists' wallet when their song plays. If you dig the song, BOOST IT! Send them some #Sats! That's what "Value4Value" is all about!

Other Value 4 Value podcasts:
Boostagram Ball, It's a Mood, Homegrown Hits, Behind the Sch3m3s, Lightning Thrashes, Radio Detox, UpBEATs, Radio V, Mutton, Mead & Music, and more!

More info on Phantom Power Music:

Website X (Twitter) Instagram Facebook NOSTR

Email us at V4V@phantompowermusic.io

]]> 358b27b8-c8e6-5d8b-b5a6-ee1a66c7cb03 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 14:00:32 GMT Episode 34 - Tony Salomone 4708 34 full false 34 Americana Singer-Songwriter Alicia Stockman is based out of Utah, with a sound reminiscent of the wide open west. Her voice, lyrics and arrangements are some of the best you'll hear in the ValueVerse. We talk about her influences, breakfast cereal, dogs and AI in this fun conversation - enjoy!

Use a modern podcast app from https://podcasting2.org/apps to support the show & the music with your lightning wallet, like Fountain, CurioCaster, Podverse, TrueFans, PodcastGuru, etc.

The software automatically switches to the artists' wallet when their song plays. If you dig the song, BOOST IT! Send them some #Sats! That's what "Value4Value" is all about!

Other Value 4 Value podcasts:
Boostagram Ball, It's a Mood, Homegrown Hits, Behind the Sch3m3s, Lightning Thrashes, Radio Detox, UpBEATs, Radio V, Mutton, Mead & Music, and more!

More info on Phantom Power Music:

Website X (Twitter) Instagram Facebook NOSTR

Email us at V4V@phantompowermusic.io

]]> 33bde607-2af3-5546-8c15-bbc68c20b97e Sun, 08 Sep 2024 15:00:32 GMT Episode 33 - Alicia Stockman 3727 33 full false 33 Nashville based Zhaklina has a musical style as diverse as her background. In this interview, we dive into her passion for mental health, being a Doula, her music, and more. Hearing her story changed the way I'll forever listen to her music. Hope you enjoy this interview!

Use a modern podcast app from https://podcastindex.org/apps to support the show & the music with your lightning wallet, like Fountain, CurioCaster, Podverse, TrueFans, PodcastGuru, etc.

The software automatically switches to the artists' wallet when their song plays. If you dig the song, BOOST IT! Send them some #Sats! That's what "Value4Value" is all about!

Other Value 4 Value podcasts:
Boostagram Ball, It's a Mood, Homegrown Hits, Behind the Sch3m3s, Lightning Thrashes, Radio Detox, UpBEATs, Radio V, Mutton, Mead & Music, and more!

More info on Phantom Power Music:

Website X (Twitter) Instagram Facebook NOSTR

Email us at V4V@phantompowermusic.io

]]> c3ff3ad8-1e65-5e6f-93ec-d7b5eb3cdee2 Sun, 01 Sep 2024 06:02:41 GMT Episode 32 - Zhaklina 4458 32 full false 32 Musician, Podcaster and Fitness Guru Abel James joins us for the latest Artist Hour podcast! We talk about his musical background, AI in music, the early days of the Internet, and old men yelling at clouds. ;) Enjoy!

Use a modern podcast app from https://podcastindex.org/apps to support the show & the music with your lightning wallet, like Fountain, CurioCaster, Podverse, TrueFans, PodcastGuru, etc.

The software automatically switches to the artists' wallet when their song plays. If you dig the song, BOOST IT! Send them some #Sats! That's what "Value4Value" is all about!

Other Value 4 Value podcasts:
Boostagram Ball, It's a Mood, Homegrown Hits, Behind the Sch3m3s, Lightning Thrashes, Sidestream Music Podcast, UpBEATs, Radio V, Mutton, Mead & Music, and more!

More info on Phantom Power Music:

Website X (Twitter) Instagram Facebook NOSTR

Email us at V4V@phantompowermusic.io

]]> ad71ec81-0c3a-5b19-96b1-14de32ae8609 Sun, 25 Aug 2024 15:13:33 GMT Episode 31 - Abel James 4876 31 full false 31 In 2019, a couple of lads from London came over to Nashville for two weeks to record some tracks...... and now you hear them in the ValueVerse! Hope you enjoy this interview about their music, V4V, living with your band, and various aspects of UK history. Enjoy!

Use a modern podcast app from https://podcastindex.org/apps to support the show & the music with your lightning wallet, like Fountain, CurioCaster, Podverse, TrueFans, PodcastGuru, etc.

The software automatically switches to the artists' wallet when their song plays. If you dig the song, BOOST IT! Send them some #Sats! That's what "Value4Value" is all about!

Other Value 4 Value podcasts:
Boostagram Ball, It's a Mood, Homegrown Hits, Behind the Sch3m3s, Lightning Thrashes, Sidestream Music Podcast, UpBEATs, Radio V, Mutton, Mead & Music, and more!

More info on Phantom Power Music:

Website X (Twitter) Instagram Facebook NOSTR

Email us at V4V@phantompowermusic.io

]]> dafef17c-1313-5372-ab5c-4ca733c48b0d Sun, 18 Aug 2024 15:00:33 GMT Episode 30 - TWIN (Two Weeks in Nashville) 4484 30 full false 30 The lead singer of Nicky & the Shouts passed away 5 years ago, but his son is keeping his music alive, and the music of others in his hometown of Groningen, NL. I love this story, and hope you will too.

]]> 228e67da-9f46-5346-9779-d92e2370d25a Sun, 04 Aug 2024 15:00:10 GMT Episode 29 - the backstory to Nicky & the Shouts 4341 29 full false 29 We're changing up the format, and who better to do it with than ARREIS and her huge personality, voice and passion. You know her from such songs as "Straight to Hell," "Five More Minutes" and "Vertigo." Enjoy!

]]> 3aa5921d-6456-5a78-97fb-81a4b694ff07 Sun, 21 Jul 2024 15:01:13 GMT Episode 28 - ARREIS 3798 28 full false 28 Kevin Embleton is a Nashville based singer-songwriter who spends a considerable amount of time in the CCM scene. We discuss his emo infused background, the possible influence of Turkish music, the heavy ache he's able to achieve with his lyrics, and of course V4V. I'm blown away by his writing and voice, and hope you will be too. Enjoy!

]]> 065d7744-bc27-50c2-ac8e-d74f4c3aac68 Sun, 14 Jul 2024 16:00:34 GMT Episode 27 - Embleton 4068 27 full false 27 It took a while, but I finally snagged Longy for a great conversation about frequencies, Nina Simone, Bitcoin, and trumpet players falling off the stage. This dude is a powerhouse - not just with his voice, but with his writing and outlook. I hope you enjoy this interview.

]]> 74f55ce2-f0e3-59fa-b2ed-1867c70d584f Sun, 07 Jul 2024 15:00:59 GMT Episode 26 - Longy 3659 26 full false 26 This week, Country artist Tracey Blake joins us for a discussion about his music, background, Prince, and his full-time life in music. Enjoy!

]]> e5a31d70-ac98-5c8e-b1b6-3a3769b70043 Sun, 30 Jun 2024 06:03:07 GMT Episode 25 - Tracey Blake 3604 25 full false 25 Chris Nichols from Bradford, UK, is a genre-bending singer with a great attitude on life, working hard, helping others, and the power of music. We talk about his background, his songs, how he got into BTC & V4V, and why it's much better than the standard means of distribution. Enjoy!

]]> 2bab4b3d-2f8a-53c2-850a-ff1f5e5cbe38 Sun, 23 Jun 2024 16:00:21 GMT Episode 24 - Chris Nichols 3589 24 full false 24 They say Nashville is a 10 year town, and Emily is 5 years in to her journey. An accomplished songwriter and performer (who also has a day job in the industry), she just released the 1st single of a new project that is the embodiment of her style, attitude and sobriety. Hope you enjoy this conversation!

]]> 82130e5b-e5e1-5944-b981-b4c36526e223 Sun, 09 Jun 2024 15:00:34 GMT Episode 23 - Emily D'Ranged (Ronna) 4376 23 full false 23 Formed as a trio in Tallahassee in 2021, The Retrograde have a nostalgic, classic rock sound that is right in step with the great bands from the South. All four members (including the new guy!) join me for this fun conversation on gear, musical guilty pleasures, #Value4Value and Creed. ;) Enjoy!

]]> a4ed8bbc-d553-5740-9308-6534de157c41 Sun, 19 May 2024 16:00:48 GMT Episode 22 - The Retrograde 5010 22 full false 22 TJ Wong is a singer/songwriter from the Portland area with two albums under the name Timothy James, and a Blues album under the name of TJ Wong. His playing and tone are far beyond his age of 22. In this interview we discuss his background, the four things he does to pay the bills in music and his obsession with gear. Enjoy!

]]> 5ceb6584-840f-585e-9ea8-b26ba74022fe Sun, 05 May 2024 16:06:33 GMT Episode 21 - TJ Wong 4222 21 full false 21 Amber Sweeney is a Nashville based songwriter with a Neo-Soul, Gospel and Americana sound. In this interview we discuss her background, how Nashville changes your writing style, the importance of NSAI and songwriting on demand. Enjoy!

]]> 6f6c8967-dc97-532e-92b6-a873909a3612 Sun, 28 Apr 2024 16:30:54 GMT Episode 20 - Amber Sweeney 3755 20 full false 20 Abi Muir is a singer-songwriter in the pop genre from Cairns, Australia. We discuss her latest single, her approach towards writing and tracking vocals, #Value4Value and her partnership with a producer in Tokyo. Enjoy!

]]> 238fe340-a1e6-53fb-aff7-1331d3e53e3e Sun, 21 Apr 2024 15:02:56 GMT Episode 19 - Abi Muir 3244 19 full false 19 Marína Ósk is a jazz singer-songwriter from Iceland, with an educational background from Holland and Sweden. She's about to release her 3rd album, all in Icelandic. We discuss her background, influences, playing gigs full time and the challenges that female artists face. Enjoy!

]]> 0448d1a7-341d-52f8-a5fb-ad81f2ff897f Sun, 14 Apr 2024 15:41:41 GMT Episode 18 - Marína Ósk 4351 18 full false 18 On the heels of their latest release, "Self Destruct," Tom & Fin from The Trusted in the UK join me to discuss their influences, social media, Value4Value and why lead singers are basically just neon signs. Enjoy!

]]> ced4b93a-5b4c-5cae-9829-e89276c4f318 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 20:50:44 GMT Episode 17 - The Trusted 4493 17 full false 17 Jack Phemister originally hails from Yass, NSW, but has made a name for himself on the Melbourne scene over the past few years with his guitar playing and artistic authenticity. His recent work is a radical departure from his folksy first albums. Just like Bitcoin, his new music is borderline Avant Garde, perfect for misanthropes, and all heart. Enjoy!

]]> 3ac5b8f5-8cb7-5051-a854-d4f2c6416605 Sun, 31 Mar 2024 16:00:57 GMT Episode 16 - Jack Phemister 4094 16 full false 16 Sara Jade is a V4V songwriter from San Diego. She grew up in SoCal, singing in her dad's band. In this conversation, we talk about 60's surf bands, her songwriting, Bitcoin and what its like playing music with adults when you're a kid.

To vote for Sara in the 2023 San Diego Music awards, CLICK HERE!

]]> 6ea21204-c8bc-52cf-91df-84a9208a1609 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 15:00:42 GMT Episode 15 - Sara Jade 4454 15 full false 15 The Higher Low is a singer / songwriter / Bitcoin troubadour from Finland whose music has been heard around the world at Bitcoin meetups (and V4V, of course). He is living proof that Bitcoin is punk rock. We talk about his upbringing, writing in English, what Bitcoin teaches you, and of course, favorite records and concerts. Enjoy!

]]> 2d8b9e31-7aa7-5970-936d-8dddcb529ea3 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 15:00:14 GMT Episode 14 - The Higher Low 4335 14 full false 14 Martin is a Producer & Songwriter from Charleston, SC who's off to a great start in the "ValueVerse" with his first track "Hard Way," co-written by Bobby Shell. We discuss his background, producing, the sound of today's pop & the problem with bagging on other artists. Enjoy!

]]> 66d9c8f2-8948-5406-b3ed-645b79daec34 Sun, 10 Mar 2024 15:21:37 GMT Episode 13 - Martin Grooms 3749 13 full false 13 Nate is a singer/songwriter from Grand Rapids, MI, and the main voice behind Drawing Monsters, Monkey Robot War, Death by Lions, and Red Arrow Highway - in addition to his own solo music. I am a huge fan of his artistry, and today we break today his history, songwriting and V4V. Enjoy!

]]> 84349079-b860-5368-80a9-7b335b05d864 Sun, 03 Mar 2024 16:00:22 GMT Episode 12 - Nate Johnivan 3994 12 full false 12 Phantom Power Artist Hour is a "ValueCast," interviewing artists in the V4V / Bitcoin space. Today we are speaking with Daddy NAT from Texas. We discuss songwriting in the electronic genre, old synths, V4V, and more!

Use a modern podcast app from https://podcastindex.org/apps to support the show & the guests with your lightning wallet, like Fountain, CurioCaster, Podverse, TrueFans, PodcastGuru, etc. Doing so allows you to send #Sats directly to the host & featured artists.

Other Value 4 Value podcasts:
Boostagram Ball, It's a Mood, Homegrown Hits, Behind the Sch3m3s, Lightning Thrashes, Sidestream Music Podcast, UpBEATs, Radio V, Mutton, Mead & Music, Sats & Sounds, and more!

More info on the show: Phantom Power Music
Website Twitter Instagram Facebook

Email us at V4V@phantompowermusic.io

]]> e3eff7f5-9457-5d17-9266-d1281dd9324f Sun, 25 Feb 2024 16:01:35 GMT Episode 11 - Daddy NAT 4798 11 full false 11 Phantom Power Artist Hour is a "ValueCast," interviewing artists in the V4V / Bitcoin space. Today we are speaking with Electronic & Hip Hip artist ReelRichard from the Bay Area. We discuss songwriting in the electronic genre, old synths, V4V, and more!

Use a modern podcast app from https://podcastindex.org/apps to support the show & the guests with your lightning wallet, like Fountain, CurioCaster, Podverse, TrueFans, PodcastGuru, etc. Doing so allows you to send #Sats directly to the host & featured artists.

Other Value 4 Value podcasts:
Boostagram Ball, It's a Mood, Homegrown Hits, Behind the Sch3m3s, Lightning Thrashes, Sidestream Music Podcast, UpBEATs, Radio V, Mutton, Mead & Music, Sats & Sounds, and more!

More info on the show: Phantom Power Music
Website Twitter Instagram Facebook

Email us at V4V@phantompowermusic.io

]]> f9aab36e-c72c-5233-8ac0-50f6b486d477 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 16:00:34 GMT Episode 10 - Reel Richard 4248 10 full false 10 Phantom Power Artist Hour is a "ValueCast," interviewing artists in the V4V / Bitcoin space. Today we are speaking with Country artist Jessica Lynne Witty from Seattle. We discuss her background, publishing deals, Nashville session players, V4V, and more!

Use a modern podcast app from https://podcastindex.org/apps to support the show & the guests with your lightning wallet, like Fountain, CurioCaster, Podverse, TrueFans, PodcastGuru, etc. Doing so allows you to send #Sats directly to the host & featured artists.

Other Value 4 Value podcasts:
Boostagram Ball, It's a Mood, Homegrown Hits, Behind the Sch3m3s, Lightning Thrashes, Sidestream Music Podcast, UpBEATs, Radio V, Mutton, Mead & Music, Sats & Sounds, and more!

More info on the show: Phantom Power Music
Website Twitter Instagram Facebook

Email us at V4V@phantompowermusic.io

]]> ffea5a0a-1b83-52f9-8be6-0168d9a2e128 Sun, 11 Feb 2024 16:00:03 GMT Episode 9 - Jessica Lynne Witty 4749 9 full false 9 Phantom Power Artist Hour is a "ValueCast," interviewing artists in the V4V / Bitcoin space. Today we are speaking with Brandon Welch from IROH, a killer Grunge band from NC.

Use a modern podcast app from https://podcastindex.org/apps to support the show & the guests with your lightning wallet, like Fountain, CurioCaster, Podverse, TrueFans, PodcastGuru, etc. Doing so allows you to send #Sats directly to the host & featured artists.

Other Value 4 Value podcasts:
Boostagram Ball, It's a Mood, Homegrown Hits, Behind the Sch3m3s, Lightning Thrashes, Sidestream Music Podcast, UpBEATs, Radio V, and more!

More info on the show: Phantom Power Music
Website Twitter Instagram Facebook

Email us at V4V@phantompowermusic.io

]]> 66f429e4-51dd-5dcb-a22c-a8c4f53ee127 Sun, 04 Feb 2024 15:00:40 GMT Episode 8 - IROH 4352 8 full false 8 FM Rodeo is a power-punk, alt rock trio from the Hill Country of TX. In this episode, we talk #Value4Value, their history, Bro-Country, playing in a trio and more. Enjoy!

https://www.fmrodeotx.com/

]]> 780098d5-7714-523f-b2fe-6affa8c64735 Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:40:45 GMT Episode 7 - FM Rodeo 5037 7 full false 7 When I first her "Fly," I thought the singer was in her late 20's, early 30's, and believed that this was the latest release from a seasoned pro. Nope. It was a debut! Meet Enid Mollel from Tanzania! (BTW - go back to Ep 7 of the Review podcast to catch my review)!

Her Instagram

]]> 609b2291-c358-59d0-bdc0-fbab9ecce74d Sun, 21 Jan 2024 11:25:55 GMT Episode 6 - Enid Mollel 3457 6 full false 6 If you've only been around V4V & NOSTR for just a week, you've definitely seen Man Like Kweks. He is an educator, entrepreneur, Bitcoiner and Rapper - one of those dudes that the world needs MORE of. In this hour we discuss his upbringing in the UK, his time in Tanzania, his musical journey, Bitcoin, and what #Value4Value means to him. You can find him on most platforms via @manlikekweks, just look for the dude holding up a flag on Kilimanjaro!

Donate to his Proof of Work Academy in Tanzania

Donate to The Learning Orchard in Tanzania or via learningorchard@walletofsatoshi.com

Follow his work on Stemstr

Enjoy the show!

]]> 905aa956-0c2c-57ff-808d-f8c9e5e7391d Wed, 10 Jan 2024 01:21:17 GMT Episode 5 - Man Like Kweks 4526 5 full false 5 This band from Pittsburgh caught my ear on Wavlake with the amount of genres the cover with ease. They formed in 2015, have multiple releases, and are about to release another full length record they've been working on for 6 years. In this discussion we cover their history, what its like to be in a band, Bitcoin, #Value4Value and talk about the state of the industry. Enjoy!

]]> aa5e7ab1-6eb5-514c-9a9d-887e13ecf81a Sun, 17 Dec 2023 19:00:26 GMT Episode 4 - Herbivore 4933 4 full false 1 4 1 In this episode, I interview Kavinya Ndumbu. Originally from Nairobi, Kenya, she has been living in Florence, Italy for a number of years now and has a gorgeous, neo-soul sound. We talk about her origins in music, Bitcoin, how she got to Florence, and what the scene is like there. She was also kind enough to share her upcoming single, "The Smile You're Wearing," which appears towards the end of the show (53:35). Enjoy!

https://www.instagram.com/kavinyamonthe/

]]> 23f3ad34-826d-5249-81a3-8f6974ca9d02 Thu, 07 Dec 2023 03:44:36 GMT Episode 3 - Kavinya 3702 3 full false 1 3 1 In this episode I interview Just Loud & Ainsley Costello, talk about their upcoming show in Minneapolis on 12/21, their journey into Bitcoin, and what "Value4Value" means to them!

https://www.justloudworld.com/

https://www.ainsleycostello.com/

]]> 6ac30097-299e-55ff-9383-b97907ddde49 Thu, 30 Nov 2023 05:11:13 GMT Episode 2 - Just Loud & Ainsley Costello 3118 2 full false 1 2 1 We talk about his journey into Country and Americana music, the songwriting process, Value for Value, and where it could take emerging artists!

Joe Martin website

Joe Martin on X-Twitter

Joe Martin on Instagram

Joe Martin on Facebook

Joe Martin on NOSTR

Joe Martin on Wavlake

]]> 96c44fcb-6980-56de-859d-23ec6146a6b1 Sun, 19 Nov 2023 23:18:18 GMT Episode 1 - Joe Martin 3886 1 full false 1 1 1