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Get in on the conversation with hosts David C. Gross and Tommaso Semioli! These veteran journalists / musicians / authors delve into the lives and careers of senior and approaching senior artists who continue to thrive in various musical genres spanning rock, jazz, blues, folk, Avant Garde, experimental, classical, and permutations thereof. Notes From An Artist exudes intelligent and insightful peer-to-peer conversations, coupled with thematic playlists, offering a refreshing alternative to ...
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Take Five More: Chris Brubeck Talks Career, Family Legacy, Future Plans
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Send us a text Bassist, composer, recording, and performing artist, and educator Chris Brubeck, of the iconic New Brubeck Quartet and Brubeck Brothers Quartet joins hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli for an hour of jazz, classical, and music industry ruminations. Take Five More: Chris Brubeck Talks Career, Family Legacy, Future Plans Pla…
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Brewing Luminous: The Life & Music of Cecil Taylor with Phil Freeman
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Send us a text Author Phil Freeman joins hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss the first full-length biography of Avant Garde jazz pioneer Cecil Taylor. Brewing Luminous: The Life & Music of Cecil Taylor with Phil Freeman PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli
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Send us a text Drummer, composer, producer and recording artist Michael Shrieve (Santana, Rock Hall of Fame) joins hosts bassists David C. Gross & Tom Semioli to discuss his new album Drums of Compassion which features contributions from Babatunde Olatunji, Jack DeJohnette, Sherik, Zakir Hussain, Airto Moreira, Trey Gunn, Amon Tobin, Raul Rekow, an…
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Send us a text Author, journalist, digital media pioneer, lecturer, and commentator, among other endeavors, Anil Prasad joins hosts bassists David C. Gross & Tom Semioli to discuss the role of media in presenting music artists to the masses. Anil Prassad PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli
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Memphis Mayhem: The Story of the Music That Changed the World with Author David Less
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Send us a text Hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli take a deep dive into the city that birthed the artform that is rock and roll, rhythm & blues and much more. Memphis Mayhem PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli
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Author Jon Burlingame Takes Us to Dreamsville: Henry Mancini, Peter Gunn, and Music for TV Noir
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Send us a text Acclaimed historian/author Jon Burlingame brings hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli back to the early days of television in his latest book Dreamsville: Henry Mancini, Peter Gunn, and Music for TV Noir. Author Jon Burlingame Takes Us to Dreamsville: Henry Mancini, Peter Gunn, and Music for TV Noir Playlist…
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Phil Manzanera Discusses His Autobiography Revolución to Roxy
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Send us a text Roxy Music guitarist, composer Phil Mazanera shares stories and more with hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli from his autobiography Revolución to Roxy Phil Manzanera Discusses His Autobiography Revolución to Roxy
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NYC Modern Jazz Trumpeter Mac Gollehan Discusses New Album Bite of The Street
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Send us a text Dubbed "Chops" by Miles Davis, trumpeter, recording and performing artist Mac Gollehon joins hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to talk about his new album, career, and reflections on the past, present, and future of experimental jazz and more. Mac Gollehon Playlist
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Matt Lavelle Talks The Crop Circles Suite Part One
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Interview Highights with Author Tricia Romano and Ian Hunter
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Send us a text A double play from Tom and David… Author and journalist Tricia Romano discusses her new book The Freaks Came Out to Write: The Definitive History of the Village Voice, the Radical Paper That Changed American Culture available now on Public Affairs Books. And… Ian Hunter discusses his new album Defiance Part 2 Fiction featuring… Johnn…
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Sam Reese & Saxophonist Matt Parker Discuss The Notebooks of Sonny Rollins
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Send us a text Author Sam Reese and saxophonist Matt Parker join hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to take a deep dive into the newly published Notebooks of Sonny Rollins Sam Reese & Saxophonist Matt Parker The Notebooks of Sonny Rollins PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli
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Author James Kaplan discusses Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Bill Evans in New Book Entitled 3 Shades of Blue
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Send us a text Author James Kaplan joins hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to talk about his latest book 3 Shades of Blue (Penguin Press) which follows the diverse artistic paths of Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Bill Evans and how they came to create one of the greatest albums of all time: Kind of Blue. James Kaplan...Three Shades of …
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Interview Highlights: Author Tricia Romano Discusses The Freaks Came Out to Write: The Definitive History of the Village Voice, the Radical Paper That Changed American Culture
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Send us a text Author, journalist Tricia Romano joins hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss her new book The Freaks Came Out to Write: The Definitive History of the Village Voice, the Radical Paper That Changed American Culture available now on Public Affairs Books. Interview Highlights with Tricia Romano Playlist…
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Interview Highlights: Ian Hunter Talks Defiance, Johnny Depp, Lucinda Williams, Mott, Jaco, Slash…
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Send us a text Ian Hunter joins hosts bassists David C. Gross & Tom Semioli to discuss his new album Defiance Part 2 Fiction featuring… Johnny Depp, Lucinda Williams, Slash, and Jeff Beck, along with the usual Rant Band suspects Paul Page, Dennis DiBrizzi, Steve Holley, Mark Bosch, Andy York, James Mastro, and Andy Burton…among other guest stars. H…
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Jah Wobble Explains The Power of the Universe
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Send us a text Renowned for his tenure in Public Image Ltd., along with collaborations spanning Bill Laswell, Brian Eno, and Sinead O'Connor, among others; Jah Wobble talks with hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli about his musical philosophies and much more! Jah Wobble Explains The Power of the Universe Playlist…
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Elliott Sharp: Kind of Terraplane Blue...
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Send us a text Guitarist, composer, and performer Elliott Sharp joins hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his latest Terraplane blues project and more. Elliot Sharp: Kind of Terraplane Blue PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli
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In the Belly of the Beast with Joe Lynn Turner
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Send us a text Legendary vocalist Joe Lynn Turner (Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow, Deep Purple) discusses his career, approach to his craft, current issues in the music industry, and Italian food with bassists/hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli. The Joe Lynn Turner Setlist
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Jazz Saxophonist Dayna Stephens is Closer Than We Think!
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Send us a text Acclaimed saxophonist, composer, educator, arranger, and recording and performing artist Dayna Stevens releases his latest album "Closer Than We Think," and joins hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to talk about his career and the state of the artform that is modern jazz. Dayna Stephens Playlist…
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Chuck Israels Talks Bass Notes: Jazz in American Culture
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Send us a text Legendary bassist and former director of the National Jazz Ensemble Chuck Israels joins hosts / bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his new Backbeat book entitled Bass Notes: Jazz in American Culture – A Personal View A Conversation with Chuck Israels PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli
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What Becomes a Legend Most? Roger Chapman Interview
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Send us a text Hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli converse with British rock icon Roger Chapman, who shares insightful and humorous anecdotes from his storied career. A Conversation with Roger Chapman Playlist
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A Conversation with Steve Vai - Like Heaven In a Cup!
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Still Rockin' After All These Years: A Conversation with Billy Sheehan
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Talking Life, Bass, Education, and Success with Yolanda Charles MBE.
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Send us a text Hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli converse with Yolanda Charles MBE; renowned British bassist, bandleader, composer, session musician, and mentor, among other endeavors. A Conversation with Yolanda Charles Playlist
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A Conversation with Punk Rock Legend Glen Matlock (Sex Pistols)
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Send us a text Bassist, composer, recording and performing artist, and founding member of the Sex Pistols - Glen Matlock, joins hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss the past, present, and future of the art form that is rock and roll. A Conversation with Glen Matlock PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli
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A Conversation with Wicked Cool Artists Palmyra Delran, Brad Hallen (Nervous Eaters), Steve Conte
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Send us a text What's in a name? Wicked Cool Records, founded by Little Steven Van Zandt, keeps the garage rock flame burnin' strong into the 21st Century. Wicked Coolies Palmyra Delran, Brad Hallen of The Nervous Eaters, and Steve Conte talk with hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli about their latest releases on said imprint and life as indie roc…
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Jazz Icon Ron Carter Reveals New Fashion Line "Planet Elegance"
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Guy Pratt Joins Notes From An Artist - Part Two
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Guy Pratt Joins Notes From An Artist - Part One
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A Conversation with Nicholas Callaway, Chris Parker, and Rob Stoner...Bob Dylan Like You've Never Heard Before...
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Send us a text Hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli discuss the extraordinary tome BOB DYLAN: MIXING UP THE MEDICINE with publisher Nicholas Callaway and two players who were there at pivotal points in Dylan’s storied career: bassist / musical director Rob Stoner and drummer Christopher Parker. A Conversation with Nicholas Callaway, Chris Parker, a…
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A Conversation with Rock Legend / Actor / SiriusXM Personality Michael Des Barres
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Send us a text Famed rocker, actor, and SiriusXM personality Michael Des Barres discusses his new Wicked Cool Records single "Soul Shake" and the many highs and lows of his amazing career. A Conversation with Michael Des Barres PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli
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Author Jesse Rifkin Discusses This Must Be The Place: Music Community and Vanished Spaces in New York City
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A Conversation with Joe Cocker biographer Mark Bego and Teresa Knox of The Church Studio
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Send us a text Mark Bego ( Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson) and Teresa Knox of The Church Studio in Tulsa join hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss the celebrity biographer's latest book "Joe Cocker: With A LOT Of Help From His Friends" (Yorkshire Publishing). Cocker's relationship with Leon Russell, founder of The Church Studio, was a …
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The History of Weather Report Part 4 with Author Curt Bianchi: The Victor Bailey Years
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Send us a text Hosts, bassists, and Weather Report fanatics David C. Gross & Tom Semioli discuss the history of Weather Report in a four-part series with Curt Bianchi – author of Elegant People: The History of The Band Weather Report. Part Four covers the final years with bassist Victor Bailey wherein the band moves away from experimental and pop j…
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Bill Wyman Discusses His New Book "Billy In The Wars"
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Send us a text Author, historian, charity cricketer, archeologist, and founding member of the Rolling Stones, Bill Wyman joins hosts and fellow bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his latest book Billy In The Wars on Pegasus Books. An illustrated memoir, the book recounts Wyman's experiences as a young boy growing up in wartime Brita…
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The History of Weather Report Part 3 with Author Curt Bianchi: The Jaco Pastorius Years
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The History of Weather Report Part 2 with Author Curt Bianchi:The Alphonso Johnson Years
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The History of Weather Report Part 1 with Author Curt Bianchi: The Miroslav Vitous Years
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Sports Author Todd Ehrlich Recalls Mike Piazza’s 9/11 Homer in New Book
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A Conversation with SiriusXM "Radio Classics" Host Greg Bell
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A Conversation with Jazz Fusion Bassist Jonas Hellborg
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A Conversation with Avant Garde Jazz Trombonist Steve Swell
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Send us a text Hosts, bassists David C. Gross & Tom Semioli discuss the trombone's role in experimental and improvisatory music with its greatest practitioner Steve Swell. And yes, we make trombone jokes aplenty! A Conversation with Steve Swell Playlist
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Author TV Journalist Todd Erhlich's 20 Greatest Moments in NY Sports History
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A Conversation with Allman Brothers Biographer Alan Paul Pt. 1
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Send us a text From tales of Jimmy Carter to Cher; author, musician, and historian Alan Paul joins hosts/bassists / Allman Brothers fanatics David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss Paul's latest book Brothers & Sisters: The Allman Brothers Band and the Inside Story of the Album that Defined the '70s. A Conversation with Alan Paul Pt 1 Playlist…
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A Conversation with Modern Jazz Pianist Matthew Shipp
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A Conversation with Peter Frampton / Tommy Bolin Bassist Stanley Sheldon
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A Conversation with Avant Garde Jazz Trumpetist / Composer Matt Lavelle Pt. 2
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Send us a text From his home in Philadelphia; composer, recording artist, trumpet/flugelhorn/alto, and bass clarinetist Matt Lavalle discusses his work and tutelage with Ornette Coleman with hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli A Conversation with Matt Lavelle Playlist Pt. 2By David C Gross and Tom Semioli
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Bill Wyman Discusses His Book on the History of Chelsea, London
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Send us a text Author, bassist, recording artist, and founding member of the Rolling Stones; Bill Wyman joins hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to chat about his latest book, Bill Wyman’s Chelsea: From Medieval Village to Cultural Capitol (Unicorn Publishing). A Conversation with Bill Wyman Playlist…
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A Conversation with Avant Garde Jazz Trumpetist / Composer Matt Lavelle Pt. 1
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A Conversation with Author Cisco Bradley and Artist Linus Corraggio Pt. 2
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A Conversation with Legendary R&B, Soul Bassist Jerry Jemmott
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