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Queen City Music Podcast

Matthew Ablan

Booking Overview

Queen City Music Podcast spotlights Charlotte’s local music ecosystem by featuring area musicians, venues, shop owners, and artisans. It’s a strong fit for PR teams promoting regional artists and industry insiders who can speak to their craft and community impact.

Metrics

Episodes: 100

Frequency: Monthly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

qcmusicpodcast@gmail.com

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Host

Matthew Ablan - Host of the Queen City Music Podcast. In recent episodes, Matthew sits down with local Charlotte-area musicians and other figures in the regional music scene.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Local to the Charlotte metro music scene (musicians, venue figures, shop owners, artisans) with an established public profile (active performing/recording, notable projects/bands) or recognized role in music media/curation.
Required Achievements:  
Regional touring or notable performances in/around Charlotte, Membership or collaboration with established acts, Notable discography/genre-bending projects, Leadership roles in local music media or programming

Recent Guest Discussions

Stan Cocheo - How He Became An Interviewer; His Work Speaking With Artists Across The Musical Spectrum

Mike Prescott - His Guitar Work And Musical Influences; His Work With The Hawthornes

Payton Rose Velligan - Her Career Updates Since Appearing In 2020; Touring And Recent High-profile Performances

Recent Topics

Local Music, Charlotte, Musicians, Music Venues, Songwriting

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Queen City Music Podcast
:

E103 - John Bureau, Earshot Events

October 02, 2026

This month on episode 103 of the QCMP John Bureau from Earshot Events is back to talk about everything that has been happening with the website. Earshot is an event management platform and one of our amazing local partners.   ______________________________ Earshot Events Website Facebook Instagram ____________________________ Matthew Ablan website Instagram  Facebook ______________________________________________ Sponsors Midwood Guitar Studio Goldie's - Live Music & Food ____________________...

E102 - John Tosco, Tosco Music

September 01, 2026

This month on episode 102 of the QCMP I'm sitting down with local icon John Tosco, executive director of Tosco Music. What started as informal music gatherings at his home over 35 years ago has turned into a 501c3 non-profit organization which presents a wide variety of music through performances and outreach programs. Tosco Music fosters a sense of community among listeners and performers, while also connecting  professional  and amateur musicians through the power of music.    _____________...

E101 - Carrie Ann, musician

August 02, 2026

This month on episode 101 of the QCMP I'm sitting down with the amazing Carrie Ann. She's carved out a wonderful niche for herself as a solo cover performer, but is also a member of  The Black Crowes tribute band - Hard 2 Handle and One Bar Short -  which performs jump blues and good time rock 'n' roll of the 50's. She's filling us in on how she developed her unique solo show, what it's like playing in a tribute band and so much more.   ___________________________________ Carrie Ann Facebook ...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Queen City Music Podcast
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How do I get in touch with Queen City Music Podcast?

Queen City Music Podcast is hosted by Matthew Ablan. Its publicly listed email is qcmusicpodcast@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Queen City Music Podcast?

The publicly listed email for Queen City Music Podcast: qcmusicpodcast@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Queen City Music Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates Queen City Music Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Queen City Music Podcast?

Queen City Music Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Local to the Charlotte metro music scene (musicians, venue figures, shop owners, artisans) with an established public profile (active performing/recording, notable projects/bands) or recognized role in music media/curation. Common among recent guests: Regional touring or notable performances in/around Charlotte; Membership or collaboration with established acts; Notable discography/genre-bending projects. Recent guests include Stan Cocheo, Mike Prescott, and Payton Rose Velligan.

How hard is it to get booked on Queen City Music Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Queen City Music Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Local Music, Charlotte, Musicians, Music Venues, and Songwriting. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

qcmusicpodcast@gmail.com

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