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Opium Western Radio

Opium Western Radio

Written by: Kimberly K Henrie
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No script. No filter. No five-minute limit on trouble.

Opium Western Radio is where classic rock, cold drinks, and conversation collide. The Opium Western bandmates sit down and let it roll. No agenda. No green room prep. Just the kind of conversation that used to happen after the show, before everyone forgot to hit record. Expect music, opinions, cigars, the occasional argument, and a lot of laughing at things that probably shouldn't be funny.

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Episodes
  • Opium Western Radio-004-Shared Lunacy and Pepperoni

    Opium Western Radio-004-Shared Lunacy and Pepperoni
    Jun 23 2026
    Oh, my gosh! Welcome! Welcome to Episode 4! Thank you so much for being here!

    You guys, today’s show is so big. It is so good. We have the entire band in the house! We’ve got Dane, we’ve got Steve, and drum roll please... we have Bryan! The new guy! The FNG! He’s being thrown right into the fire!

    They’re talking about stage swag, handling the crazy heat, and how they arrange songs without completely driving each other crazy. It’s so good.But seriously, it’s a total party until Steve starts eating pepperoni right into the microphone. No, I'm serious! He brought a whole charcuterie board! We talk about the telepathic voodoo of a real rhythm section, why Kid Rock might be a glorious hack, and Dane drops a bombshell—he thinks Taylor Sheridan is the Antichrist! I know! It gets wild!🎸

    What’s in this episode?:
    • More Humid Than Humid: The guys talk about being completely locked inside the AC, dealing with brutal summer weather, and dropping a classic White Zombie reference right out of the gate!
    • The '80s Metal Vault: High school reunions, Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, and the devastating Van Halen split of 1986.
    • Commanding the Crowd: A debate on stage presence, why Post Malone can hold 20,000 people with just a microphone, and the raw soul it takes to truly connect with an audience.
    • The Pretty-Boy Advantage: Dane and Steve admit they brought Bryan into the band for his awesome bass energy—and because his good looks distract the crowd from a "homely bunch of gits."
    • Gourmet Bicycle Tires: A fun detour into steak, seafood, and the existential guilt of accidentally eating highly intelligent octopuses.
    • Shared Lunacy: Brilliant band names that should have been album titles, how Ray Kroc totally stole the McDonald's empire, and a deadpan reminder from Bryan to Remember the Alamo!
    🎙️ The Backstage Pass (Shout-Outs):
    • The Anthems: Jeff Beck's Going Down, Iron Maiden's Hallowed Be Thy Name, Don Henley's Heart of the Matter.
    • The Fuel: Price Chopper pepperoni, Boar's Head, and the band's official, totally unsponsored snack of choice: Zesta Saltines!
    • The Destinations: Life-changing Mexican food in Tucumcari and Uncle Julio's in Dallas.
    📢 WE NEED YOU ON TOUR!
    Listen to me, you guys. The guys are setting up their tour routes right now, and they need to know where the real fans are hiding! If you are in Colorado, Memphis, or anywhere on the map, speak up! Drop a comment below and tell these guys exactly where to show up and play live!And hey, if you have a question for Dane, Steve, or Bryan, DM us a voice note with your question, or DM us on socials. They might just answer it on the next show!As Steve says, you’ve gotta be happy to listen to this show—there is zero compassionate listening happening here! We love you guys!Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

    We'll see you next week, everybody!

    Opium Western:

    Dane Mulligan - vocals, guitar
    Steve Froese - drums, vocals
    Bryan Lawson - bass

    OpiumWestern.com

    For Booking Info: (541) 399-6878 or dane.clayton@gmail.com

    Opium Western Radio produced in part by King Henrie Creative LLC.
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    34 mins
  • Opium Western Radio-003-The Silent Treatment

    Opium Western Radio-003-The Silent Treatment
    Jun 16 2026
    Episode Summary:

    The crew is back for week three, and things are getting wonderfully off the rails. With Kimberly preparing to pilot her mobile command center across state lines, Dane and Steve hold down the fort to talk about the official streaming release of their new single, "Make Me Love You". But what starts as a discussion about blues-rock chemistry, pristine venue acoustics, and legendary classic rock drum grooves quickly devolves into a brilliant, self-produced marketing breakthrough: an upcoming album featuring absolutely zero noise.From dreaming about the majestic stages of Red Rocks and Royal Albert Hall to inventing a genre-defying concept that would make Spinal Tap proud, this episode bridges the gap between old-school musical grit and pure, unscripted comedy.Key Moments & Hot Takes:
    • The USS Iowa of RVs: Kimberly maps out her upcoming 15+ hour journey, proving that true leaders can run a global musical explosion from just about anywhere.
    • "Make Me Love You" is Live! The band celebrates dipping their toes into the digital space via DistroKid. You can now find the track weaving its way into your favorite playlists on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, and Pandora.
    • The Struggle of the Soul: A candid look at why true artists find it so difficult to put a monetary value on something that comes straight from the soul.
    • Acoustic Dreams: Dane and Steve break down what makes a venue legendary (hint: wood walls good, concrete and mirrors bad) and swap stories about crossing paths with Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
    • The "Silent Treatment" Masterpiece: In an extended, unfiltered brainstorming session, the guys pitch their next boundary-pushing concept—a 10-track album of sheer, unadulterated silence. It’s visual, it’s terrifyingly quiet, and it’s completely self-produced.
    • Laying the Groove: Steve pays homage to studio legends Jeff Porcaro (Toto) and Steve Gadd, breaking down what it actually means to keep the time rock-solid and stay out of the way.
    • The Next Track: A sneak peek at what's next in the pipeline, including plans to cut fan-favorites like "Mi Vida, Mi Corazon" and the high-energy "Over the Top".
    Look Out For:

    Dane: "We’re going to put out an album with complete silence. Seriously. Ten tracks of sheer silent bliss... It's open to interpretation. It's about what you thought. What did YOU hear?"

    Steve: "Silent Treatment. Yeah. Silent and deadly... I didn't hear a single mistake."

    Connect with Opium Western:
    • Stream the new single "Make Me Love You" on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, and Amazon.
    • Leave us a comment on the episode and let us know: What did you hear (or see) during our Silent Treatment preview?


    Opium Western:

    Dane Mulligan - vocals, guitar
    Steve Froese - drums, vocals
    Bryan Lawson - bass

    OpiumWestern.com

    For Booking Info: (541) 399-6878 or dane.clayton@gmail.com

    Opium Western Radio produced in part by King Henrie Creative LLC.
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    45 mins
  • OpiumWesternRadio-002-Going to the Well

    OpiumWesternRadio-002-Going to the Well
    Jun 9 2026
    Welcome back to week two of Opium Western Radio!

    This week, the guys are back in the studio with Kimberly to unpack what it really takes to transition from a "bedroom warrior" to a professional gigging musician, the timeless magic of analog energy, and the wild backstory behind their track, "Make Me Love You".Whether you're a lifelong crate-digger or a digital native, grab a glass of wine, turn up the speakers, and dive deep into the classic rock melting pot with us.

    Inside The Episode:
    • The Saturday Monsoons: Dane recaps his recent solo gig at the Tree House and how a sudden storm brought out the best in the local crowd.
    • Going to the Well: A look inside the band's massive eclectic influences—from Chicago and Jeff Beck to Zappa and jazz-infused rock—and how those diverse sounds become the secret sauce for their jam sessions.
    • The Work vs. The Play: Why making music look effortless actually requires a "shit ton of work", the grit it takes to conjure up your mojo at will, and why the best performances are a pure energy exchange with the audience.
    • Mechanical Soul vs. Digital Ether: The band gets nostalgic over vinyl, eight-tracks, and home-recorded cassettes, breaking down why the human ear responds so beautifully to the mechanical, healing reproduction of sound.
    • The Story Behind "Make Me Love You": Dane shares the true (and edgy) backstory of a chance encounter with a Myspace redhead at a country bar in Wichita, and Steve explains how he used his music theory background to build the track's massive, stacked vocal harmonies.
    • Studio Archives & A Live Jam: The guys share an update on heading back into the studio to retrack some archive gems and wrap up the show by writing a brand-new track right on the spot.
    "If it's badass and cool now, guess what? 20 or 30 years from now, it still will be. It never goes out of style." — Dane

    Mentioned in this Episode:
    • Artists & Tracks: Chicago (25 or 6 to 4), The Doors, Jeff Beck, Chick Corea, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Ozzy Osbourne (Crazy Train), Paul McCartney, and Kansas.
    • The Gear & Nostalgia: Classic Klipschorn speakers, eight-track tapes, and the lost art of holding your finger on a cassette recorder record button.
    Let's Party!
    Opium Western is always on the hunt for the next great stage, and yes—they play private parties! If you have a reason to celebrate (or even if you don't), reach out to Kimbetly to get the band booked. As Steve says: "Just have a fricking party!"

    Connect With Us:
    • Website:http://www.opiumwestern.com

    • Listen & Subscribe: Available wherever you get your podcasts.
    Opium Western Radio: No script, no filter, just the music and everything around it.


    Opium Western:

    Dane Mulligan - vocals, guitar
    Steve Froese - drums, vocals
    Bryan Lawson - bass

    OpiumWestern.com

    For Booking Info: (541) 399-6878 or dane.clayton@gmail.com

    Opium Western Radio produced in part by King Henrie Creative LLC.
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    45 mins
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