Robert's award winning Follow Your Dream Podcast is ranked in the Top 1% of all podcasts with listeners in 200 countries! Each episode is like taking a World Tour! Robert is a professional musician who followed his youthful music dream later in life and became a Rock Star after he turned 60! Since then he has released 13 acclaimed albums including a Billboard #1, has millions of video views and streams, and has performed at festivals and concerts around the world. He also started this podcas ...
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Encore Presentation: Kate Taylor - Female Star Of The Taylor Family (With Brothers James And Livingston). Albums Include "Sister Kate" And "Why Wait" Produced By Peter Asher!
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40:17This is an Encore Presentation of my January 2023 interview with Kate Taylor, the female star of the Taylor family which includes her brothers James and Livingston. Kate became a star with her 1971 debut album “Sister Kate” produced by Peter Asher. She took time off to raise her two daughters. Her most recent album is called “Why Wait” again produc…
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Paul Hanson - World’s Best Jazz Bassoonist! Performed With Béla Fleck, Billy Cobham, Jon Batiste, Wayne Shorter, Jonas Hellborg, Jeff Coffin, Cirque du Soleil And Raze The Maze!
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39:37Paul Hanson is considered the World’s Best Jazz Bassoonist. He’s played with a Who’s Who including Bela Fleck, Jon Batiste, Wayne Shorter and a number of stars who have been guests on this podcast: Billy Cobham, Peter Erskine, Randy Brecker and Jeff Coffin. He also plays with Raze The Maze, a progressive rock duo, and he plays sax too. My featured …
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Terry Gibbs - Legendary Jazz Vibraphonist. 100 Years Young! Played With Benny Goodman, Buddy Rich, Woody Herman, Charlie “Bird” Parker, Dizzy Gillespie. 65 Albums. Won 3 Major Jazz Polls!
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40:26Terry Gibbs is a legendary jazz vibraphonist. He’s 100 years young. He played with most of the greats in jazz music beginning in the Bebop era of the 1940s, including Benny Goodman, Buddy Rich, Woody Herman, Charlie “Bird” Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. He’s won 3 major jazz polls, and he’s recorded 65 albums, his last when he was 94. My featured song…
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Bruce Hanifan - King Of Reality TV Show Music: Deadliest Catch, Ice Road Truckers, Swamp People, Pawn Stars. Started As Piano Tuner To Stars: Streisand, Dylan, Steely Dan!
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32:33Bruce Hanifan is the King of Reality TV Show music! His music has shaped some of reality TVs biggest hit shows including Deadliest Catch, Ice Road Truckers, Swamp People and Pawn Stars. He’s written music for films too. And he started out as a piano tuner and technician to stars like Bob Dylan, Barbra Streisand and Steely Dan. My featured song is “…
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Helen McCookerybook - '70s UK Punk Rock Star With The Chefs And Helen And The Horns. Turned Author: “The Lost Women Of Rock Music” And "She's At The Controls". Now Solo Artist!
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34:34Helen McCookerybook is a ‘70s UK Punk Rock Star with The Chefs and Helen and the Horns. She became an author of two music-themed books: “The Lost Women Of Rock Music”, about female punk musicians, and “She’s At The Controls”, about women producers and sound engineers. And she’s now a touring solo artist. My featured song is “I Just Want To Love You…
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Robert Pinsky - Rock Star Poet! 3x United States Poet Laureate! Created "Favorite Poem Project". Performed With Bruce Springsteen. Featured On "The Simpsons"!
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38:01Robert Pinsky is a Rock Star Poet! He’s the 3x United States Poet Laureate. He’s won many awards and was a Pulitzer Prize finalist. As Poet Laureate he created the “Favorite Poem Project” where everyday Americans would select and read poems they admired by the greats including Emily Dickinson and Langston Hughes. He’s performed with Bruce Springste…
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Encore Presentation: "Cousin Brucie" Morrow - MY FIRST GUEST. America's Greatest Air Personality Of The Rock Era From The '60s To Now. He Introduced The Beatles At Shea Stadium!
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42:34This is an Encore Presentation of my March 2021 interview with MY FIRST GUEST, “Cousin Brucie” Morrow, the greatest radio personality of the Rock Era. He has remained on the air steadily from the ‘60s when he was the lead disc jockey on WABC-AM in New York City. He went on to work at WCBS-FM, Sirius/XM and now back to WABC-AM. He introduced The Bea…
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ENCORE TRIBUTE PRESENTATION: Lou Christie - '60s Star: "Lightning Strikes", "The Gypsy Cried", "Two Faces Have I", "Rhapsody In The Rain" And More!
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46:18This is an ENCORE TRIBUTE PRESENTATION of my February 2024 interview with the great Lou Christie, who passed away last week at 82. Lou was a Hit Machine in the 1960s with his distinctive falsetto voice and songs like “Lightnin’ Strikes” (a #1 smash), “The Gypsy Cried”, “Two Faces Have I”, “Rhapsody In The Rain”, and More. He was featured in Dick Cl…
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Eric Silberger - Virtuoso Violinist. Winner Of Tchaikovsky Competition. Soloist, Recitalist And Chamber Musician. Has Performed All Over The World Including With Itzhak Perlman. Co-founder of Hawaii Intl ...
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34:45Eric Silberger is a virtuoso violinist. He’s a winner of the Tchaikovsky Competition. He’s a soloist, recitalist and chamber musician. He’s performed all over the world at the most prestigious venues and festivals, including the London, Mariinsky, San Francisco and St. Petersburg orchestras and with Itzhak Perlman. He’s the co-founder of the Hawaii…
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Paul Strickland - Professional Storyteller And Theatre Artist. Reupholstered Folk Tales, Fairytales For Adults And Future Adults, Tall-Tales And Historical Stories That Never Happened!
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27:25Paul Strickland is a Professional Storyteller and theater artist. His repertoire consists of over seven hours of stories including reupholstered folk tales, fairy tales for adults and future adults, tall tales and historical stories that never happened. He was featured at the 2023 National Storytelling Festival. He made his Off Broadway debut in “1…
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Sara Gazarek - 2x Grammy Winning Jazz Vocalist. Kurt Elling, Fred Hersch, Larry Goldings, Billy Childs. Founder of Saje, All-Female Vocal Group. Jazz Voice Professor At The Eastman School!
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31:03Sara Gazarek is a 2x Grammy Winning Jazz Vocalist. She has recorded five albums and done world tours. She has collaborated with luminaries like Kurt Elling, Fred Hersch, Larry Goldings and Billy Childs. She is a founder of Saje, the all-female vocal group. And she is the Jazz Voice Professor at the Eastman School of the University of Rochester. My …
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Mohamed Bouabdallah - Cultural Counselor Of France In The United States And Director of Villa Albertine. Recommendations For The "Arts And Lettres" Award Nominations!
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26:15As Monty Python used to say: “And now for something completely different.” Mohamed Bouabdallah is a French Diplomat. He is the Cultural Counselor of France in the United States. His job is to promote the arts and education between France and the U.S. And he also is responsible for recommending recipients of the prestigious “Arts and Lettres” awards…
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SPECIAL EPISODE - Turning The Tables: Robert Is Interviewed By Ivor Davis. Renowned Journalist, Investigative Reporter And Author!
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32:00This is a SPECIAL EPISODE. After 500+ interviews over 4+ years it’s now Robert’s turn to be interviewed. And by none other than Ivor Davis, the renowned Journalist, Investigative Reporter and Author. Over a 60 year career Ivor has covered stories involving music, murder, politics and Hollywood. He traveled with The Beatles on their 1964 American to…
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Encore Presentation: Sharon Isbin - World’s Premier Classical Guitarist. Multiple Grammys. Juilliard And Aspen Music School Guitar Dept. Soloist With Over 200 Orchestras. Collaborations Include Josh Groban ...
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44:03This is an Encore Presentation of my March 2025 interview with Sharon Isbin, one of the world’s premier classical guitarists and a multiple Grammy winner. She heads the guitar departments at Juilliard and the Aspen Music School. She’s won a boatload of awards and competitions. She studied with Andres Segovia. She’s performed with over 200 orchestra…
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Encore Presentation: JoAnn Falletta - Classical Music Superstar! Music Director Of The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. 1st Female Conductor Of A Major American Orchestra. Released 120+ Albums!
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35:23This is an Encore Presentation of Robert’s January 2025 interview with Classical Music Superstar JoAnn Falletta. For 25 years JoAnn has been the Music Director and Conductor of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. She was the first female conductor in the United States of a major symphony orchestra. She’s a Juilliard graduate. She studied with Leona…
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Gilad Cohen - Acclaimed Composer, Performer And Theorist In Concert Music, Rock And Theater. His Music Was Performed In Over 40 Concerts Around The World. Pink Floyd SuperFan!
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33:54Gilad Cohen is an acclaimed composer, performer and theorist in concert music, rock and theater. He plays piano, bass guitar and guitar. In the last year alone his music has been performed in over 40 concerts around the world including in France, Spain, Austria, Lithuania, Canada, Japan and the U.S. He’s won multiple competitions. And he’s a Pink F…
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Ksenija Komljenović - Celebrated Serbian Percussionist And Professor. International Percussion Competition Winner. Performances In Europe, Asia, U.S. Co-Founder Of Vesna Duo!
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36:45Ksenija Komljenović is a celebrated Serbian percussionist and professor. She was the first woman in Serbia to earn a doctorate in percussion, and she currently is the percussion department chair at the University of North Carolina. She won the International Percussion Competition in Luxembourg and she has performed across Europe, Asia and the U.S. …
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Woody Platt - Grammy Winning Guitarist And Vocalist With The Steep Canyon Rangers, The Celebrated Contemporary Bluegrass Band. Collaborator With Steve Martin. Solo Artist: "Beautiful War"!
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30:54Woody Platt is a Grammy Winning guitarist and singer and a founding member of the Steep Canyon Rangers, the celebrated contemporary bluegrass band. They have collaborated with comedian and banjo player Steve Martin. Now a solo performer, Woody’s song, “One Last Goodbye”, co-written with Barry Bales, was the most played bluegrass song in 2022. His n…
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Allison Bumsted - Teen Magazine Queen And Beatles SuperFan! Author Of "TeenSet, Teen Fan Magazines, and Rock Journalism: Don't Let the Name Fool You". Masters Degree In The Beatles. Professor!
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30:39Allison Bumsted is a Teen Magazine Queen and a Beatles SuperFan! On the teen magazine side she’s the author of the book “TeenSet, Teen Fan Magazines, and Rock Journalism: Don’t Let The Name Fool You”. And on the Beatles side she’s written about fandom and the Beatles. She has a Masters Degree in the Beatles. And she even went to live in Liverpool, …
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ROBERT'S NEW SINGLE - "THE CUT OF THE KNIFE". Homage To The Dave Brubeck Quartet And Their Hit "Take Five". Ft. Kerry Marx Of The Grand Ole Opry Band On Solo Guitar. Called "Elegant", "Beautiful" And ...
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8:48This SPECIAL EPISODE introduces my new single “THE CUT OF THE KNIFE”. It’s the last of the four new singles that I’ve released monthly beginning in March. The first was “Rough Rider”, the second was “Moon Shot”, and the third was “Day At The Races”. I wrote “The Cut Of The Knife as a kind of homage to Dave Brubeck, the revered American jazz pianist…
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Encore Presentation: Bonnie McKee - Pop Star! Singer, Songwriter And Performer. 10 #1 Singles including #1 Hits For Katy Perry, Britney Spears, Cher, Christina Aguilera And Kelly Clarkson
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36:13This is an Encore Presentation of my January 2025 interview with Pop Star Bonnie McKee! She’s a Singer, Songwriter and Performer. She’s written 10 #1 Singles in the US or the UK which have sold over 30 million copies. She and Katy Perry have written mega-hits together including “California Gurls”, “Teenage Dream” and “Roar”. The latter was nominate…
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Encore Presentation: Amanda Warner aka MNDR - Grammy Winning Electro-Pop Artist, Songwriter, Producer. Featured On Mark Ronson's Hit "Bang Bang Bang". Credits Include Kylie Minogue, Rita Ora And Carly ...
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33:07This is an Encore Presentation of my October 2024 interview with Amanda Warner a/k/a MNDR, who is a Grammy Award winning Electro-Pop artist, songwriter and producer. She’s featured on Mark Ronson’s hit “Bang Bang Bang”. Her debut album Feed Me Diamonds was named a Top 10 pop album by Spin Magazine. Her credits include Kylie Minogue, Rita Ora and Ca…
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Jason Vieaux - Grammy Winning Classical Guitar Superstar! Called "Elite". Has Performed As A Soloist With 100+ Orchestras. Plays With Escher String Quartet. Cleveland Institute Of Music Guitar Head!
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37:36Jason Vieaux is a Grammy Winning Classical Guitar Superstar. He’s been called “Elite”. He’s performed as a soloist with over 100 orchestras and he plays with the Escher String Quartet. And he’s the head of the guitar department at the Cleveland Institute Of Music. On top of this he’s also a fan of Jazz Fusion, metal, rap and hip hop. My featured so…
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Buck Johnson - Singer, Songwriter, Multi-Instrumentalist. Ringo Starr's All-Starr Band, Aerosmith, The Joe Perry Project, The Hollywood Vampires!
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32:13Buck Johnson is a Singer, Songwriter and Multi-Instrumentalist who tours with Ringo Starr’s All-Starr Band, Aerosmith, The Joe Perry Project and The Hollywood Vampires (Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper, Joe Perry). He’s also toured with the Doobie Brothers. As a songwriter he co-wrote Carlos Santana’s hit song “Just Feel Better” and he had a bunch of coun…
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Daniele Cordisco - Acclaimed Italian Jazz Guitarist And Composer. Recorded With Ron Carter And Others. Performed At Festivals And Clubs In U.S., Japan, Europe!
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34:38Daniele Cordisco is an acclaimed Italian Jazz Guitarist and Composer. He has recorded with many artists including The Maestro, Ron Carter. He’s performed at festivals and clubs in the United States, Japan and Europe. He’s also a guitar instructor and teaches at the renowned Master Programs at Siena Jazz. My featured song is my cover of Miles Davis’…
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Encore Presentation: Jeff "Skunk" Baxter - Legendary Guitarist With Steely Dan, The Doobie Brothers, Elton, Ringo, Clapton, Streisand. Rock 'N Roll Hall Of Fame. Second Career - Expert In Counterterrorism ...
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43:42This is an Encore Presentation of my February 2025 interview with Jeff “Skunk” Baxter, who is remarkably accomplished in two different careers. In the first he’s a legendary World Class guitarist who’s known for his work with Steely Dan, The Doobie Brothers and many others. In the second he’s a world renowned expert in Counterterrorism and Missile …
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Vivi Vassileva - Musical Dynamo And Virtuoso German Percussionist. Uses Classical Instruments Plus Utensils And Even Recycled Garbage. Also Marimba And Steel Drums!
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36:56Vivi Vassileva is a Musical Dynamo! She’s a virtuoso German percussionist. She’s played as a soloist in chamber ensembles and with various orchestras. She uses classical instruments and also instruments from Africa, South America and Asia, and even things like utensils and recycled garbage! She has been celebrated for her technical perfection and h…
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Encore Presentation: Cory Wong - Extraordinary Guitarist And Funk Master With Vulfpeck, The Fearless Flyers And His Cory Wong Band!
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36:28This is an Encore Presentation of my October 2024 interview with Cory Wong, an extraordinary guitarist and performer. He plays jazz, rock and funk. He plays with Vulfpeck, the incredible funk band. He’s played with The Fearless Flyers. And he also packs concert venues and festivals with his Cory Wong band. He commands the stage, jumping, strutting …
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Encore Presentation: Mark Lettieri - 5x Grammy Winning Guitarist, Composer, Producer. Master Of Instrumental Music. Member Of Snarky Puppy And The Fearless Flyers. Erykah Badu, David Crosby, The Jacksons ...
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32:48This is an Encore Presentation of my January 2025 interview with Mark Lettieri, a 5x Grammy winning guitarist, composer and producer. He is a Master of instrumental music. He’s a member of Snarky Puppy and The Fearless Flyers, a Vulfpeck adjacent band, along with Cory Wong. He’s recorded with Eryka Badu, David Crosby, The Jacksons, 50 Cent and many…
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Amit Peled - Renowned Israeli-American Cellist And Conductor. From Kibbutz To Superstar Cellist To Johns Hopkins Professor. Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center!
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39:48Amit Peled is a renowned Israeli-American cellist and conductor who has made a remarkable transition from growing up on a Kibbutz in Israel to becoming a Superstar Cellist and a Professor of Music at Johns Hopkins University. He’s performed at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, Wigmore Hall and the Seoul Arts Center among many other…
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Scott Williamson - Acclaimed Nashville-Based Session Drummer, Producer, Mixer. Performed With Blake Shelton, Alice Cooper, Reba McIntyre, Bob James!
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32:40Scott Williamson is an acclaimed and in-demand Nashville based drummer, producer and mixer. He’s been in Nashville nearly 36 years. He’s worked with just about everyone including Blake Shelton, Alice Cooper, Reba McIntyre, Bob James and many others. My featured song is “Annie And Leni” from the album Bobby M and the Paisley Parade. Spotify link. --…
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Matt And Kari Landry - Husband & Wife Saxophonist And Clarinetist. Founders Of Akropolis Reed Quintet, Grammy Winning Chamber Ensemble!
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33:48Matt and Kari Landry are the husband and wife duo who play saxophone and clarinet and who are the founders of the Akropolis Reed Quintet, the Grammy winning chamber ensemble. The Akropolis is a nonprofit venture run by Kari and for which Matt is the artistic director. The group has been together for 16 years and has premiered and commissioned over …
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Melissa Manchester - Musical Superstar And Grammy Winning Singer, Songwriter, Actress. 50+ Year Career. Bette Midler, Barry Manilow, Kenny Loggins, Dolly Parton, Carole Bayer Sager!
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41:38Melissa Manchester is a Musical Superstar and Grammy winning singer, songwriter and actress. Her career has spanned over 50 years. She’s written and recorded a number of hit records starting with “Midnight Blue” (1973) which she wrote with Carole Bayer Sager. In 1980 she was the first artist in the history of the Academy Awards to have, and to perf…
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Encore Presentation: Lee Sklar - One Of The Most Revered And Recorded Bassists Of The Rock Era. Recorded And Toured With James Taylor, Carole King, Jackson Browne, Billy Cobham, Toto, Phil Collins
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56:18This is an Encore Presentation of my July 2021 interview with Lee Sklar, one of the most revered and recorded bass players of the rock era. He has recorded and toured with so many iconic artists since the 1970s including James Taylor, Carole King, Jackson Browne, Billy Cobham, Toto and Phil Collins to name just a few. He’s definitely on the Mount R…
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Encore Presentation: David Bedford - Premier Beatles Historian And Expert, and Liverpool Tour Guide
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50:46This is an Encore Presentation of my November 2021 interview with David Bedford, premier Beatles historian and expert, and Liverpool tour guide. David is from Liverpool, England - the hometown of John, Paul, George and Ringo - and is considered one of the world’s foremost Beatles experts. He’s written books on the Fab Four, gives Beatle tours in Li…
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Shy Carter - Country Music Superstar. Artist, Songwriter, Producer. 2x Grammy Nominated. Keith Urban, Sugarland, Meghan Trainor, Jamie Foxx, Jennifer Lopez, Nelly, Jelly Roll!
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34:19Shy Carter is a Country Music Superstar. He’s a Nashville based 2x Grammy nominated songwriter, producer, rapper and singer. He’s written hit songs in Pop, R&B and Country for Keith Urban, Meghan Trainer, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Charlie Puth, Rob Thomas and Sugarland. His latest hit was recorded by Jelly Roll. My featured song is “Day At The Races”…
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Jennifer Stumm - Celebrated Violist. Carnegie Hall, Berliner Philharmonie, Kennedy Center, Concertgebouw. Multiple Competitions Winner. Founder Of Ilumina. TED Talk Speaker!
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28:16Jennifer Stumm is a celebrated violist. She has performed at Carnegie Hall, the Berliner Philharmonie, the Kennedy Center and Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw among many others. She’s done solo tours in Ireland and the UK, and she’s won a number of competitions. She’s the founder of Ilumina, a Brazil based artist collective. And she’s a speaker with her o…
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Dennis Weinreich - Academy Award Winning Film And Music Careers. Film Projects Included Orson Wells. Music Projects Included Jeff Beck, Queen, Supertramp, Procol Harum, Michael Jackson And Jack Bruce!
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34:56Dennis Weinreich has had outstanding careers in film and music. In film he won two Academy Awards and worked with Orson Wells. In music he’s been the Musical Director, engineer or in production for a Who’s Who including Michael Jackson, Duran Duran, Procol Harum, Jeff Beck, Queen, Supertramp and Jack Bruce of Cream. My featured song is my reimagine…
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SPECIAL EPISODE: "PGS 7", Excerpts From Robert's Acclaimed 2019 Album. Called "A Masterpiece", "Brilliant", "Awesome", "Thrilling"!
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9:58This Special Episode presents excerpts from “PGS 7”, Robert’s acclaimed 2019 album, which the critics hailed as “A Masterpiece”, “Brilliant”, “Awesome” and “Thrilling”. This album followed 2018’s “Trippin”, which went to #1 on Billboard. The album captures Robert’s band, Project Grand Slam, at the top of their game and features the phenomenal Ziarr…
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Encore Presentation: Randy Brecker - Trumpet Colossus: Blood Sweat And Tears; The Brecker Brothers. Clapton, Aretha, Elton, Springsteen, Tina, Carly, Chaka, Yoko, Liza, Bette And Many More!
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39:55This is an Encore Presentation of my January 2024 interview with Randy Brecker, one of the greatest trumpet players of this generation. His incredible work runs the gamut from Blood Sweat & Tears, where he was an original member, to The Brecker Brothers, the band that he formed with his brother Michael, to his work with a Who’s Who of artists inclu…
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Encore Presentation: Nils Lofgren - Superstar Musician With Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band, Neil Young And Crazy Horse, Ringo Starr's All-Starr Band, Grin And A Longtime Solo Career!
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48:05This is an Encore Presentation of my January 2024 interview with Nils Lofgren, a Superstar musician and an iconic figure in rock music. He’s been a longtime member of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band. He’s played with Neil Young and Crazy Horse. He’s been in Ringo Starr’s All-Starr Band. His own band, Grin, released four albums, and he’s had a lon…
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Panagiotis Andreou - 2x Grammy Winning Greek Electric Bassist. Electronic Jazz, Latin And Balkan. Named "Latin Bass Player Of The Year". NY Gypsy All-Stars, Now vs Now!
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38:00Pangagiotis Andreou is a 2x Grammy winning Greek electric bassist. His music blends electronic jazz, Latin and Balkan influences. He’s a member of the New York Gypsy All-Stars and of Now vs Now. He’s played with Gonzalo Grau and many others. And he was named “Latin Bass Player of the Year.” My featured song is “The Queen’s Carnival”, the title tune…
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Alex Alvear - Ecuadorean Superstar Musician: Composer, Producer, Arranger. Jazz, Rock, Funk, Blues, Afro-Latin With Ecuadorean Music. Celia Cruz, Paquito d'Rivera, Gonzalo Grau!
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32:22Alex Alvear is an Ecuadorean music superstar. He’s a musician, composer and producer. His music links jazz, rock, funk, blues, Afro-Latin and other genres with Ecuadorean traditions. He’s performed or recorded with Celia Cruz, Paquito d’Rivera, Gonzalo Grau and others. His latest Andean fusion project is Wanukta Tonic. My featured song is “Funk Lat…
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Arlen Hlusko - Acclaimed Grammy Winning Canadian Cellist. Soloist And Chamber Musician. Bang On A Can All-Stars, Harry Chapin Band, Meredith Monk, David Byrne. Sing Sing Prison Too!
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37:11Arlen Hlusko is an acclaimed Grammy winning Canadian cellist. She’s been called “sublime”, “dynamic” and “mesmerizing”. She’s performed as a soloist and a chamber musician around the world. She works with the Harry Chapin Band and the Bang On A Can All Stars. She’s collaborated with Meredith Monk and David Byrne. And she even played at Sing Sing pr…
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Charlie Midnight - Legendary Grammy, Emmy And Golden Globe Winning And Nominated Producer and Songwriter. James Brown, Joni Mitchell, Katie Perry, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Cher, Idina Menzel ...
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41:41Charlie Midnight is a legendary Grammy, Emmy and Golden Globe winning and nominated songwriter and producer. He’s been producer and songwriter on over 30 films including Rocky IV and Bull Durham. He’s worked with just about everyone in the music business including James Brown, Joni Mitchell, Barbra Streisand, Billy Joel, Katie Perry, Idina Menzel, …
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Encore Presentation: ROCK PHOTOGRAPHER SUMMIT - Featuring Five Of The Greatest Rock 'n Roll Photographers: Ebet Roberts, Bob Gruen, Jay Blakesberg, Elliott Landy And Gered Mankowitz!
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40:37This is an Encore Presentation of my July 2024 ROCK PHOTOGRAPHER SUMMIT. It features five of the greatest rock n’ roll photographers of the era and the subjects they are known for: Ebet Roberts - Downtown NYC punk and New Wave scene. Television, Talking Heads, Blondie, Miles Davis. Bob Gruen - John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Tina Turner, Led Zeppelin, NY Do…
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Encore Presentation: William Lee Golden - Gospel And Country Music Legend With The Oak Ridge Boys And The Goldens!
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37:02This is an Encore Presentation of my April 2023 interview with William Lee Golden, longtime member of The Oak Ridge Boys, the famous gospel and country quartet. He’s also the leader of The Goldens along with his sons, and he’s an accomplished painter and photographer as well. William led the Oak’s transition from gospel to country and they’re now o…
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Karen LeFrak - Celebrated Composer, Pianist And Children's Book Author. Worldwide Performances By NY Philharmonic, National Symphony Orchestra, San Francisco Ballet, Mariinsky Ballet. "Jake The Philharmonic ...
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31:14Karen LeFrak is a celebrated Composer, Pianist and Children’s Book Author. She has composed a number of moving music scores, including “Sleepover At The Museum, which have been presented around the world by the NY Philharmonic, National Symphony, American Ballet Theater and the Mariinsky Ballet. Her newest work is called “Miami Concerto for Guitar …
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Darin and Brooke Aldridge - Acclaimed Husband And Wife Bluegrass and Americana Duo. She: Reigning Bluegrass Female Vocalist. Together: Bluegrass Artists Of The Year. 50+ Grand Ole Opry Performances!
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33:35Darin and Brooke Aldridge are the acclaimed husband and wife duo who play Bluegrass and Americana. She is the reigning Bluegrass Female Vocalist and the two of them together are the Bluegrass Artists Of The Year. They have performed at the Grand Ole Opry over 50 times. My featured song is “The Gift (Juliet’s Song)” from Made In New York by my band …
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THE BRITISH INVASION SHOW. Ft. Peter Noone (Herman's Hermits), Rod Argent (Zombies), Allan Clarke (Hollies), Jim McCarty (Yardbirds), Billy J. Kramer, Kenny Jones (Faces), John Lodge (Moody Blues)!
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19:01This is a Special Episode called THE BRITISH INVASION SHOW. It features the seven following stars from this magical era of the 1960s when English artists ruled the pop world and the charts. Each was previously a guest on the podcast. Peter Noone - Herman of Herman’s Hermits. They had a spectacular run of hits including “No Milk Today”, “There’s A K…
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