Years Of Plenty 2025

Years Of Plenty 2025 

By: Michael D Tobin

Oct 9, 2025 

In this episode of The Lookout Guy podcast, I touch on current events, personal challenges, and the best in indie music. I discuss the second anniversary of the conflict in Israel, thoughts on my son’s health struggles, and the impact on his life and my blank space in this podcast journey of 15 years plus I mention the new developments with the RUSH band new drummer, Annika Niles, a recent SpaceX rocket launch from nearby launch site, and all my indie features for this episode of the Lookout Guy podcast.  

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00:00 - Introduction and Personal Reflections

10:30 - The Two-Year Anniversary of the Israel Conflict

20:00 - Personal Challenges and Family Updates

30:15 - Spotlight on Annika Niles and Rush

45:00 - Indie Music Features: Ricky Davis and Imran Ahmed

60:00 - Closing Thoughts and Listener Support

I was fortunate to have finished it without losing everything. That's the new AI for ya. Podcasters are dropping like flies, but I'm still here. The better news is that the next episode will be all dialed up. But going forward, with this new format, I feel much more confident that my podcast will be more effective for future indie and featured artists. But PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE I CAN NOT CONTINUE UNLESS PEOPLE LIKE, SHARE, AND subscribe to my podcasts, blog, and YouTube. Clik those blogsite ad link$. (-; Please subscribe to my blog, Rumble, YouTube, and Truth Social accounts. I follow dozens of Spotify pages alone, and I have ONE follower on my Spotify V-cast site. Here is my blog where every episode going forward will be listed for the viewer's reference and convenience.

Please note, I will no longer be posting to Spotify video and will begin again with YouTube as long as they don't give me crap about indie artist copyrights. If that happens, I will have to require files instead of using YouTube videos. All my podcasts will be heard on my YouTube and on Rumble. And all my links and descriptions will be posted to my blog right here at,

60-second update 

Years Of Plenty youtube Take 2 Final 2025

Rumble streaming link for this and more episodes: https://rumble.com/v702dna-years-of-plenty-edited-100725-airdate.html

And someone I saw mentioned this photo choice for the new 2026 tour showed Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson the "green light" to go now with a new drummer after Neil passed away. Very good choice in Anika Nilles. 

Please note, I will no longer be posting to Spotify video. All my podcasts will be heard on my YouTube and on Rumble. It's a sad day that the rest are intolerable. All my links and descriptions will be posted to my blog at, www.michaeldtobin.blogspot.com Indie Artist Links An Vedi Website: https://www.anvedi.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YzXc6KJgKZyZqgWvBvK3Xr

Paul Jupe Website: https://www.pauljupe.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3QvJgJjvK0rZxwKXzvYz9f Tracy Bickford YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tracy420bckfrd Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0LjmF7LC7l0155mJJXj1Ej Imran Ahmed Project X Website: https://imranprojectx.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6DX6iODrjncltmtj19H8uC YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@imranprojectx

3 Days In The Grave Website: https://www.3daysinthegrave.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Y0ZzYvVJzvZxKXzvYz9f Ricky Davis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rickydavis3677 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0o3zbVicvYaRfzYnRfKwab

Andrew Dean

Andrew Dean official website: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewdeanofficial Linktree (includes Spotify, Facebook, TikTok):

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Over my dead body by, Tracy Bickford

Over My Dead Body by, Tracy Bickford YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tracy420bckfrd Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0LjmF7LC7l0155mJJXj1Ej

Ricky Davis Indie Hits And Bill Little Scott Films Latest Movies 032624

 

Ricky Davis Indie Hits And Bill Little Scott Films Latest Movies 

By: Michael D Tobin

March 26, 2024

On this episode of the Lookout Guy podcast, we unravel a couple of secrets behind seamless audio-video production, and remember Ricky Davis's heartfelt anthem, "Proud and the Blue," and get a sneak peek at Bill Little's spine-chilling horror film, Uninvited Spirits. Stay tuned for Ricky's latest release this month exclusively heard first on this episode of, Hurry Up. Get ready for an episode packed with revelations, exclusive music, and a preview of a film that promises to redefine horror. 

At these links for the video; ON SPOTIFY  and ON RUMBLE

And on Audio wherever streaming is. 

Censored Files Series ep1 "New Indie Music, Words Without Knowledge, and Ukraine": 1st aired, Feb 12, 2022. Censored on Feb 16, 2024

 Censored Files Series ep1

"New Indie Music, Words Without Knowledge, and Ukraine": 1st aired, Feb 12, 2022. Censored on Feb 16, 2024

By: Michael D Tobin

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View AUDIO/VIDEO here:

Or on Spotify For Podcasters link for audio and video: 

Censored Files Series ep1 Spotify For Podcasters

RUMBLE video here; Ep 1 Censored Files VIDEO on RUMBLE

There's not much worse than being told by anti-Christ followers and insane political idealists, to shut up. What's worse, still, is how many people have no clue that they are being controlled and led off a cliff. I'm back...

Have you ever stumbled upon a podcast that not only entertains but challenges the status quo? Welcome to the 'Lookout Guy' podcast, where host Michael Tobin takes you on a journey through the 'Censored Files' series. Episode 1 is a bold declaration of defiance against the censorship that has plagued his content for over a decade.

Michael Tobin is not your ordinary podcaster. He's a man on a mission, determined to share the episodes that mainstream streaming platforms have tried to silence. These are the discussions on spirituality, social issues, and politics that were deemed too provocative, too potent, too much for the public ear. But now, thanks to Tobin's perseverance and editing prowess, these censored episodes are seeing the light of day.

The first episode of the 'Censored Files' series is a blend of commentary and music, a mixtape of ideas and melodies that will leave you pondering and humming long after you've listened. Tobin delves into the political intrigue surrounding Ukraine, offering a perspective that mainstream media often overlooks. He challenges listeners to seek the truth, to look beyond the headlines, and to understand the deeper narratives at play.

But it's not all politics and punditry. The 'Lookout Guy' podcast is also a celebration of indie music, showcasing indie artists from around the world. These are the tunes that don't always make it to the top of the mainstream charts but deserve a spot on your playlist. The episode features a mix of genres, from the soulful strumming of a guitar to the haunting melodies of a violin, each track telling its own story, each artist sharing a piece of their heart. This episode alone includes artists from Russia, Ecuador, Pakistan, and the Good ol' U.S.A..

All multi-award-winning writers, composers, conductors, vocalists, and instrumentalists.

As you listen to the 'Censored Files', you're not just a passive audience member; you're part of a movement. You're standing with those who believe in the freedom of expression, with those who fight for the stories and songs that are too often pushed aside. Michael Tobin invites you to join him in this audio rebellion, to be a 'lookout guy' in your own right, keeping an eye on the horizon for the truth that is yet to be told.

So, if you're ready for a podcast experience that's unlike any other, tune in to the 'Lookout Guy' podcast's 'Censored Files' series. It's time to listen to the episodes that were censored, to hear the music that was overlooked, and to join a community that values the power of uncensored voices. Are you ready to listen to what they didn't want you to hear?

OK, my killer readers, listeners, and now, watchers, of this podcast, The Lookout Guy Podcast. On these episodes of the Censored Files Series, I merely want to present to the listener and viewer of this show, the real reasons, why dozens of my episodes continue after roughly 14 years of livestreaming, to be censored, by three major streaming sites.

I can show you screenshots of their replies, but it all boils down to my content which is merely discussing current matters whether they be of a spiritual, social or political nature. It is ALL education, but unless you've been under a rock somewhere, you would know that this universal thing called the internet has become a large thorn in the flesh to those who know that we were all better off being too lazy to read a book or go to a local library back in the day.

I am thankful to have had back-up storage of all my shows and streams. All you need to know, really, is what content is on the show, and you can see why it gets censored. I mean, look at the titles. Since 2009, I have been harassed, by one or another; beginning in 2009, when I created my FB account, then youtube around 2010, and following around 2015 with Spreaker Audio, now owned by IHeartRadio. So, please enjoy all episodes of the new series, Censored Files, on the Lookout Guy Podcast, heard on Iheartradio once again, but this time, without the need for Spreaker. Also, TLOG can be seen and heard on Spotify For Podcasters, formally, AnchorFM, and wherever podcasts are, except Spreaker. I also still have my blog for when I have the time to catch up, on I Like Mike at www.michaeldtobin.blogspot.com .

From Feb 27, 2022 New Indie songs, Higher Above with Tracy Bickford and Imran Ahmed, Following Trails with An AN VEDI and Antonio Vergara, Better For Who with Gregg Wietstock, Heroes Dream with Ricky Davis and written by Jesse McAlister, Becoming with David Pollard and his band Cheering Tokyo and Imran Ahmed (Now called NKounter band with Imran Ahmed, David Pollard. and Chad Shipley') and a bonus track, Violin Monster with An Vedi.

And, this episode has 2 more bonus tracks/Video of Tracy Bickford and Imran Ahmed's 2 most recent releases since this censored archived episode was originally aired.

Episode References Lookout Guy Podcast @TheLookoutGuy Spotify for Podcasters https://podcasters.spotify.com Michael Tobin's Blog (I Like Mike) http://michaeldtobin.blogspot.com The Kiev Independent https://kyivindependent.com/ Three Days in the Grave (band)

IOT: The Internet Of Things Common Access To Satellite Phone Service

IOT: The Internet Of Things Common Access Coming To Satellite Phone Service

By: Michael D Tobin

Dec 21, 2023

The Lookout Guy V-Cast w/Michael D Tobin

+++Jan 10, 2024 update. Here is a video I took of the actual launch from Tuesday evening of Jan 7, 2024 (Not a bad end to the first week of the year). But here's one of my recent podcasts I did and you may go to the 1minute 27second mark into the show to see the launch. It was spectacular.+++

2024 NewYear n' New Indie Artist Videos and SpaceX Launch

IOT: The Internet Of Things - Satellite phone service is about to be wayyy cheaper and available thru your provider on regular cellphones without having to have a special phone.

From this link: https://www.androidauthority.com/starlink-satellite-phone-service-3375427/ SpaceX's Starlink plans to roll out its Direct to Cell satellite phone service starting in 2024. Texting will come first to the service, with voice and data to follow in 2025. Initial coverage will include the continental US, Hawaii, parts of Alaska, Puerto Rico, and US territorial waters. ... On the Starlink website, in the business tab, the company says its Direct to Cell satellite phone service will start rolling out in 2024. Texting will come first to the service, with voice and data to follow in 2025.

Once Direct to Cell is fully rolled out, it will “enable ubiquitous access to texting, calling, and browsing wherever you may be on land, lakes, or coastal waters,” according to Starlink. And it appears the service will work with Internet of Things (IoT) devices with common LTE standards. ...

What Are IoT Devices? Definition, Types, and 5 Most Popular for 2024

IoT is an umbrella term that refers to the billions of physical objects or “things” connected to the Internet, all collecting and exchanging data with other devices and systems over the Internet. 

While IoT has been in existence since the 90s, recent advances in a number of different technologies have made it more practical, such as:

• Access to affordable and reliable sensors
• Increase in the availability of cloud computing platforms
• Advances in machine learning and AI technologies.

IoT devices can range from small ordinary household cooking appliances to sophisticated industrial tools. Each IoT component has a Unique Identifier (UID) and they can also transmit data without the assistance of humans.

From this link: Starlink’s ‘Direct To Cell’ Service Will Beam Internet To Your Smartphone Anywhere In The World Unlike Apple’s satellite SOS connectivity feature that requires a special chip in its iPhones to make it work, Starlink’s service doesn’t have any such limitations. The Starlink Direct To Cell service only requires the user to have a device that supports LTE connectivity and stay subscribed to Starlink’s network carrier partners. Currently, Starlink is bringing the service to T-Mobile subscribers in the USA, Rogers subscribers in Canada, Optus subscribers in Australia and KDDI subscribers in Japan. It is also working with New Zealand’s One NZ and Switzerland’s Salt and there will be more partners across various countries in the future.

Additionally, subscribers will be able to access the Starlink cell phone service only on land, lakes and coastal waters. For oceans, Starlink has a maritime service with a separate subscription plan. It remains to be seen whether Starlink’s service includes the polar regions of the Arctic and Antarctic.

(Hero and Featured Image Credits: Courtesy Starlink)

All New Indie Video/Audio Releases 13 Songs 121223

 

Classic Features All New Indie Video/Audio Releases 

By: Michael D Tobin

Dec 12, 2023 

Now on my blog site, video platform, and all major audio podcast platforms; Here is my long-awaited Classic Features All New Indie Video/Audio Releases

To view on Spotify For Podcasters: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1n2u2WPShwlqHB1rCrvIWH?si=gaXerdO-TO6ScSOn7Ur-jQ

For Audio version: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-d-tobin/episodes/Classic-Features-All-New-Indie-VideoAudio-Releases-e2d6er9

I am excited now I can begin adding my new improved V-Cast links, also on video, through Anchor By Spotify.

On this pre-Christmas episode, I have a couple of current 3 Days In The Grave set, Gold Can't Buy, and My Love For You. We have a Christmas two-fer from Tracy Bickford with Grandma Got Run Over by A Mustang, and her brand new, Night Prowler. Ricky Davis vocals/all instruments in his latest, Get Loud Or Bye Bye, written by Jesse McAlister. Kimberly Ward-music with Christmas In Burne, Tamanie Dove founder of International Singer Songwriters Association with her latest indie production, Copy Cats. Russia's great Conductor/Composer/Multi-genre Singer/Songwriter An Vedi with, Walking Through This Winter. Graphics Producer/Singer/Songwriter/Instrumentalist Jim Beeson with his ground-breaking AI-graphic rock video, Unbroken, (All instruments/vocals genuinely produced by Jim Beeson). We have a rare early 2023 rock performance at the ISSA Awards after party, with Pakistan's Imran Ahmed and Singer/Songwriter/Instrumentalist Gregg Wietstock. Also from Gregg Wietstock two of his most popular and latest songs, 2020 Christmas Star, and Om I'm Coming Home. All on this episode of The Lookout Guy Podcast.

Mega Indie Line-Up All New Releases

Mega Indie Line-Up All New Releases

By: Michael D Tobin

072023

FREE DOWNLOAD AUDIO The Lookout Guy Podcast on Spreaker! Here is my Spotify link: The Lookout Guy on Spotify and here is my IHeartRadio link: The Lookout Guy on iHeartRadio 

YES, a little surprise with yesterday's release of Alice Cooper's, White Line Frankenstein. Brand new song for truckers and one of today's features on this show is a trucker in Minnesota! Ricky Davis! Also, for the first time on my show, an up-and-coming sensational metal band, Treazon, is on the show! Also, Imran Ahmed with Nkounter with Imran, David Pollard and Chad Shipley, Another collaboration with Imran Ahmed and Tracy Bickford, as well as artist, Gregg Wietstock.

Following is from.BLABBERMOUTH.net : Alice Cooper is also on tour until end of October for Halloween of coarse. 

ALICE COOPER Releases New Single 'White Line Frankenstein', Announces October 2023 U.S. Tour Dates July 19, 2023

Alice Cooper has released a new single, "White Line Frankenstein", from his upcoming album "Road", due out August 25 on earMUSIC.

"White Line Frankenstein" is built on a rocking riff as it goes into a memorable chorus, "They call me 'White Line Frankenstein'," leading into a trademark Tom Morello guitar solo, hot enough to burn rubber.

Alice Cooper White Line Frankenstein 

"White Line Frankenstein is a monster that we created. It's a truck driver who's been out there a long time. He's the king of the road. He doesn't live in a house. He lives in that truck," Alice says. "In the song, this surreal tough guy is driving on white lines for his whole life. So, 'White Line Frankenstein' would be his CB handle. It's monstrous and definitely a stage song." ... 

For AC's tour dates and read whole article here: Source article

I just found out about this young group, Treazon, a couple days ago. Following is a demo song from their first upcoming album. A good friend who I almost met in person during the 2010 California Gubernatorial candidacy debates were going on, I had met personally a few candidates and a now mega star political podcaster, @RickAmato. But Chelene Nightingale, the record vote-holding of all previous CA Libertarian candidates, recently posted on her social media a demo song of her son's band, Treazon. So I was blown away by the song,  Desperate Eyes. So after this broadcast I have a feeling the band will have their new lead singer, as I already forwarded their invitation to a similar genre friend's band, their youtube video in case they know of someone, mentioning the need for a new permanent first lead singer, (the lead in this demo is a guest. Interesting, right?). And they are already signed with their first of who knows how many or not, label. The following is their media page's song and full description:

Treazon: Desperate Eyes

Jul 3, 2023

Now signed to: https://blackwritsrecordsswe.bandcamp...

Treazon (US-KY) are a young Melodic Heavy Metal band from Glasgow, Kentucky.

The band are currently looking for a singer to record new material and play live shows.

They are influenced primarily by US Melodic Rock and Heavy Metal, FWOSHM, and French Heavy Metal. Their demo Victim of Treason will be released in 2023 and will include 3 songs; the band are already working on new material. Lineup: Dylan Nightingale - Guitars Brody Busser - Guitars, Bass, Drums, and Keyboards Craig Cairns (Guest) (Tailgunner, etc) - Singer Social Medias:

https://www.facebook.com/treazonmetal

https://www.instagram.com/treazonmetal/

The following Indie artists are all great friends of mine, and only 3 of the 6 I haven't met personally yet but will this come first week of August coming up real soon, in Atlanta at the 5th annual International Singer Songwriters Association awards. Interestingly enough, the first in my line-up of all ahead, the new Indie superband collaboration of Nkounter, includes the 3 I have yet to meet, and include multi award winning Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist from Pakistan, Imran Ahmed with heavy metal's Project X, (who actually has collaborated with this whole following list of artists ahead, such as, Ricky Davis a gas trucker in Minnesota, Tracy Bickford a circuit Singer/Songwriter and multi award winning indie artist in Florida.) Nkounter, a fusion of Eastern Classical, metal and rock, also consists of multi award winning artists, David Pollard, Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist, and Chad Shipley, Drums, both formally of the heavy metal band, Cheering Tokyo. Nkounter recently released their first album, self-titled, Nkounter, with 11 songs total, and from that I have in que, Media. And you may find the Nkounter audio playlist here: Nkounter on Boomplay .

And finally my good Southern California friend who we will actually be traveling with in a couple weeks to the International Singer Songwriter's Association awards in Atlanta, Gregg Wietstock, Bassist for the Christian band, 3 Days In The Grave. Gregg is multi award-winning, has collaborated with various major classic rock names, has many solo projects and records, and has his own Black Sabbath cover band, Wheels Of Confusion. Your best source for Greggs works and 3 Days In The Grave videos can be found here on youtube: Witzomania And his website has links to Gregg's latest right here: Gregg Wietstock In today's podcast we'll hear Greggs latest from last month, Om I'm Comin' Home.

Ricky Davis is a multiple award winning Singer/Songwriter/Instrumentalist and produces his own original videos and music, and his songs have been in a few major streaming series'. You can find his videos at this link: @rickydavis3677 and find his whole arson of songs at this link: Ricky Davis on Spotify

Ricky's songs on this episode of The Lookout Guy podcast are all brand new and released last month, and his latest this month of July, 2023, and are as follows: His latest, Big Brothers Watchin, When The Sun Goes Down, I Ain't Got That Right, and Legally Gray.

And the final leg of today's lin-up are 2 collaborations with my friend's, Imran Ahmed of Project X, and Tracy Bickford on vocals with their 2 latest releases from January and April this year, Deja Vu, and Without You. Imran may be found here: Imran Ahmed ProjectX on Spotify. And Tracy Bickford music here: Tracy Bickford on Spotify.

Please see all my podcast platforms and register/follow my show! And it's expensive have no idea after 16 years in podcasting and a previous 5 years in Christian radio, if I will be able to continue after next May, as I may have to switch finances away from podcasting to focus more on seeing my children who I haven't seen in years and now, my 5 year old Grandson who I haven't seen in 4 years. If you are able to help keep this show alive through giving, (I hate to ask), you may contribute thru www.paypal.me/michaeldt