Then This Happened: Musical Stories
True stories are told and musical improvisers cut in and out with songs moving the story along. Each episode is about 15 to 25 minutes long. The show is put together by comedian and musician Matt Griffo. It’s recorded in his tiny studio in Chicago.
Then This Happened: Musical Stories
Halley's Comet and the Panic of 1910
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Matt Griffo
In 1910, Halley’s Comet was due to pass close by Earth — and everyone from religious fanatics to news reporters stoked the fires of a global panic, believing it was the end of the world.
Samba/Bossa Nova Band
- (Chambered Electric/Acoustic Guitar) Mercedes Sara Landazuri
- (Ukulele Bass) Adam Haus
- (Percussion) Leo Peña
- 18" bass drum
- 14" snare
- Hi hat
- Ride & stand
- Pandeiro, tamborim, shakers
- 14" Floortom
VOCALISTS
- Matt Griffo
- Drake Shrader
- Kathleen Gibson
- Kerri Morrison
STORYTELLER
- Jason Lord
Support the show via Matt Griffo's Patreon page at Patreon.com/mattgriffo