Based in the heart of Ogden, Utah, Van Sessions operates as a high-fidelity live studio audience video podcast and music discovery platform. Led by project founder and audio engineer Braden Russell under the Banyan Collective umbrella, the series documents the creative pulse of the Intermountain West. Each monthly installment takes place at The Monarch during the Ogden First Friday Art Stroll, where the team utilizes studio-grade multitrack recording to capture intimate live performances and in-depth interviews. The program recently featured a notable session with the band BONNEVILLE, highlighting the platform’s emphasis on showcasing emerging indie and alt-rock talent. Beyond individual track releases, the project provides professional visual and audio assets for artists like Deb Fotheringham and Fur Foxen, effectively bridging the gap between local musicians and the broader community. This residency at The Monarch serves as a vital networking hub for photographers and videographers, creating a collaborative ecosystem for the Northern Utah arts scene.