Proximity Playlist
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<p dir="ltr"><strong>The Proximity Playlist</strong> is a local <strong>Chattanooga</strong> podcast dedicated to shining a spotlight on the vibrant music scene of <strong>Chattanooga </strong>and its surrounding areas. Each episode invites listeners on a journey through the heart and soul of the <strong>local music community, featuring talented musicians </strong>and<strong> bands</strong> who call this region<strong> home</strong>.</p> <p dir="ltr">Through in-depth interviews, captivating storytelling, and plenty of tunes of all genres, <strong>Gino D</strong> helps tell the stories of the up and coming artists from Chattanooga.</p> <p dir="ltr">The Proximity Playlist is brought to by <strong>WanderLinger</strong>… <strong>Where Local Flavor Meets Community</strong>. Located right in the heart of Downtown on <strong>Station Street</strong>. Get their menu, beer selection, events, and more at <strong><a href="https://www.wanderlinger.com/">WANDERLINGER.COM</a></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Please subscribe to <strong>The Proximity Playlist, </strong>support local music in the Chattanooga area, and make sure to follow along!</p> <p> If you are a local musician and you would like to be featured on The Proximity Playlist… please send <strong>mp3 or wav files</strong> of your songs as well as any and all social media and video links you’d like to share, to Gino D at <strong><a href="mailto:gino@wdodradio.com">gino@wdodradio.com</a></strong></p> <p>Submissions DO NOT have to be clean edits, however if selected you will need to provide a clean version for radio airplay.</p> <p>If you get selected for a spot, Gino D will be in contact with further instruction. All genres of music are welcome, but please understand Hits 96 is a Top 40 radio station so we are looking for music that will appease a mainstream audience. Any further questions, please do not hesitate to send them to Gino D. Thank you!</p>
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Recent Episodes
June 19, 2026
Matt Ryan
<div>On this episode of<strong> The Proximity Playlist</strong>, <strong>Gino D</strong> sits down with rising country artist <strong>Matt Ryan</strong> — a songwriter carving out his own lane with a sound rooted in 90’s country storytelling and shaped by modern life, faith, and raw personal experience.</div> <div> <p>Originally from <strong>Rockmart, Georgia</strong> and now based near <strong>Athens</strong>, Matt’s journey into music is still in its early chapters, but it’s moving quickly. After picking up guitar just a few years ago, he immediately began writing songs and has already built a growing catalog inspired by real-life moments, unexpected turns, and the kind of stories that don’t need embellishment to hit hard.</p> <p>Throughout the conversation, Matt opens up about what pushed him to take music seriously, how everyday life continues to fuel his songwriting, and why authenticity matters more than perfection in a genre built on storytelling. They also talk about his influences — from <strong>Travis Tritt</strong> and <strong>Randy Travis</strong> to newer voices carrying the 90s country spirit forward — and how he’s working to blend that classic sound with his own modern perspective.</p> <p>They dive into the highs and challenges of being an independent artist, including hearing his music on the radio for the first time, navigating social media as a new voice in a crowded space, and the excitement of building toward live band performances and bigger stages.</p> <div id="ad-manager-109-2" class="ad-manager-placeholder in_article_ad in_article_ad_3" data-ad-id="109"> <div id="wrapper-div-ad-manager-109-2" class="gtx-ad-wrapper gtx-dfp-ad-wrapper "> <div id="div-ad-manager-109-2" class="gtx-dfp-ad-inner-wrapper"></div> </div> </div> <p>We also get into his latest release “<strong>NEON ON</strong>,” and what it means to him to grow not just as an artist, but as a songwriter first — someone focused less on chasing trends and more on telling honest stories that connect.<br><br>If you’re a fan of country music that leans into storytelling, faith, and real-life experiences, this conversation is one worth hearing.</p> <p>Follow <strong>Matt Ryan</strong> on all social media!</p> <p><strong>Instagram:</strong> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattryanmusic/"><strong>@mattryanmusic</strong></a><br><strong>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mgiudice2">@mgiudice2</a><br>TikTok: <a href="http://tiktok.com/@mattryanmusic">@mattryanmusic</a><br></strong><strong>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@MattRyanMusicOfficial">@MattRyanMusicOfficial</a></strong><br><strong>Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Hivkbm6kffqm8Xez8ILUU">Matt Ryan</a><br>Apple Music: <a href="https://music.apple.com/us/artist/matt-ryan/">Matt Ryan</a></strong></p> <p>The Proximity Playlist is brought to by <strong>WanderLinger</strong>… <strong>Where Local Flavor Meets Community</strong>. Located right in the heart of Downtown on <strong>Station Street..</strong>. with LIVE Music every weekend, All You Can Eat Wings and Trivia on Wednesdays, and NOW serving BRUNCH on Saturday and Sunday!</p> <p>Get their menu, beer selection, events, and more at <strong><a href="https://www.wanderlinger.com/">WANDERLINGER.COM</a> </strong>and follow them on <strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wanderlingerbrewing/">Instagram</a></strong> and <strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/WanderLingerBrewingCompany">Facebook</a></strong>!</p> <div id="ad-manager-109" class="ad-manager-placeholder in_article_ad in_article_ad_8" data-ad-id="109"> <div id="wrapper-div-ad-manager-109" class="gtx-ad-wrapper gtx-dfp-ad-wrapper "> <div id="div-ad-manager-109" class="gtx-dfp-ad-inner-wrapper"></div> </div> </div> <p>Please subscribe to <strong>The Proximity Playlist</strong> and support local music in the Chattanooga area and make sure to follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hits96radio/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/hits96radio/&source=gmail&ust=1769898393394000&usg=AOvVaw0DYlxYKniKeWdVR5BQiRWd"><strong>Hits 96 on Instagram</strong></a>!</p> <p>Also if YOU are a local musician and you would like to be featured on <strong>Season 3</strong> of <strong>The Proximity Playlist</strong>, please send your music and information to Gino D at <a href="mailto:gino@wdodradio.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>gino@wdodradio.com</strong></a></p> </div>
May 28, 2026
Alva Leigh
<p>On this episode of <strong>The Proximity Playlist with Gino D</strong>, brought to you by <a href="https://www.wanderlinger.com/"><strong>Wanderlinger</strong></a>, we sit down with<strong> Chattanooga</strong> artist <strong>Alva Leigh</strong> for a conversation about songwriting, motherhood, reinvention, and the spaces in life where art and humanity collide.</p> <p>Alva’s path through music has taken her from the <strong>Mississippi Gulf Coast</strong> to <strong>Nashville</strong>, across the <strong>Atlantic</strong> to <strong>London</strong>, and eventually back to <strong>Tennessee</strong> — collecting experiences that now shape the deeply personal songs found on her latest album, <strong>Wilderness</strong>. Known for blending thoughtful lyricism with dreamy pop textures and emotional honesty, Alva creates music that feels intimate without losing its sense of wonder...and she calls it <strong>"Mom Pop"</strong>.</p> <p>Throughout the episode, we talk about balancing creativity with family life, the emotional weight behind her songwriting, the evolution from her time in the acclaimed Americana duo <strong>Lewis & Leigh</strong> to her solo work, and how Chattanooga’s creative community helped inspire this current chapter of her career.<br><br></p> <p>We also dive into the stories behind songs like “<strong>Home Again</strong>,” featuring <strong>Call Me Spinster,</strong> “<strong>Me Before the You</strong>,” and “<strong>Builder of the Bones</strong>,” exploring themes of identity, grief, hope, and transformation along the way.</p> <p>And if you want to experience Alva Leigh LIVE, you can catch her performing this <strong>Friday at Nightfall</strong> at the <strong>First Horizon Pavilion</strong>! For more details about Nightfall go to <strong><a href="https://www.nightfallchattanooga.com/">NIGHTFALLCHATTANOOGA.COM</a></strong></p> <p>If you enjoy conversations that go beyond the music and into the real-life experiences that shape it, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.</p> <p>Follow Alva Leigh at <a href="https://alvaleigh.com/"><strong>ALVALEIGH.COM</strong></a> and stay up to date on where she'll be performing next!</p> <p><strong>Instagram:</strong> <strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/alva_leigh">@alva_leigh</a></strong><br><strong>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/alvaleigh">@alvaleigh</a><br>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@alvaleigh">@alvaleigh</a><br></strong><strong>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@alvaleigh">@alvaleigh</a></strong><br><strong>Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Gfyhc754mTJyx0XAxXnD5?si=4rPCtks-RtOBLxgrB0T4Jg&nd=1&dlsi=8fd3cd5a173d4de5">Alva Leigh</a></strong></p> <p>The Proximity Playlist is brought to by <strong>WanderLinger</strong>… <strong>Where Local Flavor Meets Community</strong>. Located right in the heart of Downtown on <strong>Station Street</strong>. Get their menu, beer selection, events, and more at <strong><a href="https://www.wanderlinger.com/">WANDERLINGER.COM</a> </strong>and follow them on <strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wanderlingerbrewing/">Instagram</a></strong> and <strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/WanderLingerBrewingCompany">Facebook</a></strong>!</p> <p>Please subscribe to <strong>The Proximity Playlist</strong> and support local music in the Chattanooga area and make sure to follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hits96radio/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/hits96radio/&source=gmail&ust=1769898393394000&usg=AOvVaw0DYlxYKniKeWdVR5BQiRWd"><strong>Hits 96 on Instagram</strong></a>!</p> <p>Also if YOU are a local musician and you would like to be featured on <strong>Season 3</strong> of <strong>The Proximity Playlist</strong>, please send your music and information to Gino D at <a href="mailto:gino@wdodradio.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>gino@wdodradio.com</strong></a></p>
May 21, 2026
Luke Simmons
<p><strong>Chattanooga</strong> has a way of producing artists who feel deeply connected to the stage — and <strong>Luke Simmons</strong> is one of them.</p> <p>Luke’s musical journey in Chattanooga started when he was living out of his car and busking on the walking bridge to share his music with anyone willing to listen. From those humble beginnings, he has grown into a talented performer who has now headlined some of the city’s biggest music events, including <strong><a href="https://www.nightfallchattanooga.com/">Nightfall</a></strong> this Friday at the <strong>First Horizon Pavilion</strong>.</p> <div id="ad-manager-109-2" class="ad-manager-placeholder in_article_ad in_article_ad_3" data-ad-id="109"> <div id="wrapper-div-ad-manager-109-2" class="gtx-ad-wrapper gtx-dfp-ad-wrapper "> <div id="div-ad-manager-109-2" class="gtx-dfp-ad-inner-wrapper"></div> </div> </div> <p>In this episode of <strong>The Proximity Playlist with Gino D</strong>, brought to you by <strong>Wanderlinger</strong>, we sit down with the voice behind <strong>Luke Simmons & The Lovestruck</strong>. A project rooted in soul, blues, and rock traditions, but shaped by a modern energy that refuses to sit still — Luke’s music lives in that space where emotion meets performance. His songs aren’t just written; they’re delivered with a raw authenticity that resonates deeply.</p> <p>Whether performing in an intimate venue or on a festival stage, Luke’s presence carries the weight of years of showing up, playing live, and building a sound that connects directly with audiences. Throughout the conversation, he opens up about his path as an artist in the local music scene, the influences that shaped his style, and the themes that continue to inspire his songwriting — love, hope, and resilience woven through a sound that feels both familiar and fresh.</p> <p>If you’re drawn to music that feels honest, organic, and built for live connection, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.</p> <p>Follow Luke Simmons at <strong><a href="https://lukesimmonsandthelovestruck.com/">LUKESIMMONSANDTHELOVESTRUCK.COM</a></strong> and stay up to date on where he’ll be performing next!</p> <p><strong>Instagram:</strong> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lukesimmonsandthelovestruck"><strong>@lukesimmonsandthelovestruck</strong></a><br><strong>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/lukesimmonsandthelovestruck">@lukesimmonsandthelovestruck</a><br></strong><strong>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKVv0LvlI9dTHpyrXRlmR4g">Luke Simmons</a></strong><br><strong>Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ZbF9SmdI3g4K6XobLt5WB">Luke Simmons & The Lovestruck</a></strong></p> <p>The Proximity Playlist is brought to by <strong>WanderLinger</strong>… <strong>Where Local Flavor Meets Community</strong>. Located right in the heart of Downtown on <strong>Station Street</strong>. Get their menu, beer selection, events, and more at <strong><a href="https://www.wanderlinger.com/">WANDERLINGER.COM</a> </strong>and follow them on <strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wanderlingerbrewing/">Instagram</a></strong> and <strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/WanderLingerBrewingCompany">Facebook</a></strong>!</p> <div id="ad-manager-109" class="ad-manager-placeholder in_article_ad in_article_ad_8" data-ad-id="109"> <div id="wrapper-div-ad-manager-109" class="gtx-ad-wrapper gtx-dfp-ad-wrapper "> <div id="div-ad-manager-109" class="gtx-dfp-ad-inner-wrapper"></div> </div> </div> <p>Please subscribe to <strong>The Proximity Playlist</strong> and support local music in the Chattanooga area and make sure to follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hits96radio/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/hits96radio/&source=gmail&ust=1769898393394000&usg=AOvVaw0DYlxYKniKeWdVR5BQiRWd"><strong>Hits 96 on Instagram</strong></a>!</p> <p>Also if YOU are a local musician and you would like to be featured on <strong>Season 3</strong> of <strong>The Proximity Playlist</strong>, please send your music and information to Gino D at <a href="mailto:gino@wdodradio.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>gino@wdodradio.com</strong></a></p>
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- What is Proximity Playlist?
<p dir="ltr"><strong>The Proximity Playlist</strong> is a local <strong>Chattanooga</strong> podcast dedicated to shining a spotlight on the vibrant music scene of <strong>Chattanooga </strong>and its surrounding areas. Each episode invites listeners on a journey through the heart and soul of the <strong>local music community, featuring talented musicians </strong>and<strong> bands</strong> who call this region<strong> home</strong>.</p> <p dir="ltr">Through in-depth interviews, captivating storytelling, and plenty of tunes of all genres, <strong>Gino D</strong> helps tell the stories of the up and coming artists from Chattanooga.</p> <p dir="ltr">The Proximity Playlist is brought to by <strong>WanderLinger</strong>… <strong>Where Local Flavor Meets Community</strong>. Located right in the heart of Downtown on <strong>Station Street</strong>. Get their menu, beer selection, events, and more at <strong><a href="https://www.wanderlinger.com/">WANDERLINGER.COM</a></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Please subscribe to <strong>The Proximity Playlist, </strong>support local music in the Chattanooga area, and make sure to follow along!</p> <p> If you are a local musician and you would like to be featured on The Proximity Playlist… please send <strong>mp3 or wav files</strong> of your songs as well as any and all social media and video links you’d like to share, to Gino D at <strong><a href="mailto:gino@wdodradio.com">gino@wdodradio.com</a></strong></p> <p>Submissions DO NOT have to be clean edits, however if selected you will need to provide a clean version for radio airplay.</p> <p>If you get selected for a spot, Gino D will be in contact with further instruction. All genres of music are welcome, but please understand Hits 96 is a Top 40 radio station so we are looking for music that will appease a mainstream audience. Any further questions, please do not hesitate to send them to Gino D. Thank you!</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
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- Does this podcast accept guests?
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