Best Albare Podcasts (2024)

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Ep, 19 Virgil Donati pays tribute to his friend and mentor, the late Allan Holdsworth 23:37

6+ y ago23:37

23:37

We have recorded this episode live at Bird's Basement just before the first show of the residency of Virgil Donati and his all stars band. They have all been touring with Allan Holdsworth. In this episode Virgil shares stories about his upbringing in Melbourne and his fabulous musical journey. The conversation is enriched by the participation of Al…

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Ep. !8 Ravi Coltrane building his own legacy 31:02

7y ago31:02

31:02

Ravi Coltrane carries a huge legacy on both sides of his late parents: Alice Coltrane (singer, composer, pianist, harpist and much more) and John Coltrane (arguably the most influential musician of the 20th century). This is a successful second generation story as Ravi takes the whole thing to the next level as he is himself an exceptional talent. …

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Ep. 17 The world of Pablo Bencid 1:08:26

7y ago1:08:26

1:08:26

Meet Pablo Bencid. Pablo was born and raised in Caracas Venezuela. He now lives in New York with his wife and 2 children. His passion is music, more particularly the drums. In this episode you will hear what it is like to live a life of musical passion as a latino in the United States today. Pablo shares many stories and personal details about his …

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Ep. 16 The Journey of Tom Guarna 52:09

7y ago52:09

52:09

In this episode Tom Guarna speaks out about a personal challenged that has impacted his life and how he has overcome it. We all have experiences in life that shape our character but few of us have to go through the kind that Tom had to go through and still be able to realise his dream of a passionate musical life. His guitar playing, improvisation …

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Ep. 15 Samuel Torres, the Masters of Tone 39:04

7y ago39:04

39:04

Samuel Torres from Bogota Colombia, now living in New York, is a percussionist/composer for exceptional quality. His talent extends to picking up great musicians to interpret his music. In this episode he tells us how he grew up in Bogota and his move to New York and the steps in between. He shares with Albare his creative process for composition, …

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Ep. 14 The rise and rise of Gaby Moreno's star 29:20

7y ago29:20

29:20

Singer, multiple Grammy nominee Gaby Moreno immigrated from Nicaragua to the US at a young age, having fallen in love with American culture. She has already been able to inspire hundred of thousands of people of her generation, as a Hispanic she stands for immigration reform in the United States. Yet her beginning in the music industry and what fol…

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Ep 13. Interview with Vinicious Cantuaria, from the Amazon to New York via Rio 28:21

7y ago28:21

28:21

Vinicious Cantuaria is one of those lucky individuals who has lived through the great times of Brazil of the 60s. He is part of the culture and the scene that made Brazilian music famous worldwide. He tells Albare in this podcast in his own words what it was like to live through those times and more. As one of the greatest singers of his generation…

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Ep. 12: Frank Gambale from Canberra Australia to world stage 1:08:57

7y ago1:08:57

1:08:57

Frank Gambale is the super hero of the guitar world. He is a member of Chick Corea’s Electric Band and has been for over 30 years. In this podcast he tells his story that started in Canberra Australia, to the world stages. He is one of the most in demand, most innovative musicians on the planet. Frank has written many books about his methodologies,…

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Ep. 11. Flutist extraordinaire Nestor Torres playing without boundaries 49:40

7y ago49:40

49:40

On this podcast, Nestor Torres talks about his musical experience with such artists as Herbie Hancock, James Moody, Arturo Sandoval, Larry Coryell, Tito Puente, Wayne Shorter and many other greats. Among many subjects touched upon, Nestor shares the philosophy behind his religion Nichiren Buddhism. As the artist opening the 2nd Latin Jazz Festival …

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Ep. 10 The success story of YolanDa Brown 48:36

7y ago48:36

48:36

The story of YolanDa Brown (first millennial on this podcast) shows what musicians have to do today to succeed. If you are a musician or have friend of family member that aspire to be a musician, you should get them to listen to this podcast. In the 21st century you have to be multi-skilled. YolanDa’s persistence paid, she is today one of the most …

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Ep. 9 Sammy Figueroa - from sideman to frontman 1:04:28

7y ago1:04:28

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Sammy Figueroa worked as a percussionist with some of the greatest, Miles Davies, Sonny Rollins, Chet Baker are some of the few that come to mind. He was by the bedside of Miles when he passed away. Sammy has a collection of stories about everyone he played with. His way to express himself is quite colourful and some words may offend... But if you …

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Ep. 8 T.S. Monk let you in close. See him in concert at Bird's 20-25 June 50:55

7y ago50:55

50:55

In this episode, T.S. is providing with countless stories about Thelonious, his late father, a giant of Jazz. If you’re a Jazz lover, this podcast is for you. T.S generously shares with Albare his deepest thoughts and provided some insights that may surprise you. Jump in for the rideBy Albare/T.S. Monk

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Ep. 7 - What David Bowie, Frank Zappa and King Crimson have in common? Answer: Adrian Belew 26:40

7y ago26:40

26:40

Today Albare speaks to Adrian Belew about his career with Frank Zappa, David Bowie, King Crimson and many more. He shares some great stories of what sets him apart other guitarists. Adrian is a visionary, the way he has conducted his career is testimony of his skill doing business in one of the toughest industry: show business. He shares here how h…

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Ep. 6 The Cookers Cook 57:33

7y ago57:33

57:33

The Cookers Cook, this Albare interviewed from LA, 3 prominent members of the Cookers. Billy Harper, Billy Hart and David Weiss are big names in the Jazz world. They have given a close up into their history, revealed stories about Wes Montgomery, Art Blackie, Freddie Hubbard, Herbie Hancock and many others. They provide insight in their way of impr…

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Ep. 5 The extraordinary Musical Career of Bill Evans, the Singer/Sax player 26:14

7y ago26:14

26:14

Bill Evans the Sax player is the namesake of the late Bill Evans the piano player. Bill also plays piano but he is most known for his Sax playing and lately for his singing. Like his name sake, he too played with Miles Davis and is on an incredible musical journey, playing with legends at the highest level. Bill Evans is playing at Bird’s at the en…

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Ep. 4 Joe Chindamo insights 44:42

7y ago44:42

44:42

This episode with Joe Chindamo, pianist composer extraordinaire, took place in Joe’s own house. Perhaps I will avoid Joe’s house next time making a podcast as his dog Louis, was hyperactive that day… we managed to rescue the most important parts of the interview. In this podcast Joe provides insights about composition, his views on both classical m…

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Ep. 3 - Interview with Joe Farnsworth 23:25

7y ago23:25

23:25

Joe Farnsworth is a drummer with an extraordinary ability. He has played with legends like Pharaoh Sanders, McCoy Tyner, Cedar Walton and so many other musical figures that have made the history of Jazz. Joe brings the tradition of Jazz to Bird's Basement this week and we are honored to have such talent in residence. He shares in this podcast intim…

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Ep. 2 - Interview with Avery*Sunshine 24:02

7y ago24:02

24:02

Avery*Sunshine plays at Bird's Basement until May 7. Albare dropped by their sound check today, on his quest as to what makes great musicians rise to the top, he received some insights from Denise and her guitarist husband Dana Johnson.By Host: Albare

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Ep, 1 - Interview with St. Paul 28:44

7y ago28:44

28:44

St. Paul taks about his relationship with Prince and the journey that got him to be St. Paul, on the cutting edge of Funk.By St. Paul

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Ep, 19 Virgil Donati pays tribute to his friend and mentor, the late Allan Holdsworth 23:37

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Ep. !8 Ravi Coltrane building his own legacy 31:02

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Ep. 17 The world of Pablo Bencid 1:08:26

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Ep. 16 The Journey of Tom Guarna 52:09

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Ep. 15 Samuel Torres, the Masters of Tone 39:04

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Ep. 14 The rise and rise of Gaby Moreno's star 29:20

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Ep 13. Interview with Vinicious Cantuaria, from the Amazon to New York via Rio 28:21

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Ep. 12: Frank Gambale from Canberra Australia to world stage 1:08:57

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Ep. 11. Flutist extraordinaire Nestor Torres playing without boundaries 49:40

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Ep. 10 The success story of YolanDa Brown 48:36

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Ep. 9 Sammy Figueroa - from sideman to frontman 1:04:28

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Ep. 8 T.S. Monk let you in close. See him in concert at Bird's 20-25 June 50:55

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Ep. 7 - What David Bowie, Frank Zappa and King Crimson have in common? Answer: Adrian Belew 26:40

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Ep. 6 The Cookers Cook 57:33

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Ep. 5 The extraordinary Musical Career of Bill Evans, the Singer/Sax player 26:14

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Ep. 4 Joe Chindamo insights 44:42

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Ep. 3 - Interview with Joe Farnsworth 23:25

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Ep. 2 - Interview with Avery*Sunshine 24:02

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Ep, 1 - Interview with St. Paul 28:44

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