Best Songs From Black Mountain Podcasts (2024)

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Funk Literacy Project - Glam Slam '92 Part 1 1:35:24

11h ago1:35:24

1:35:24

Prince’s live performances are always a highlight and the spur-of-the-moment Glam Slam show from January 1992 is full of all the energy and joy that we could have hoped for. We cover disk 1 of the live audio from Diamonds and Pearls SDE this episode. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email:…

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Pitch4ks and Torches - D&P Outtakes Part 6 1:25:14

9d ago1:25:14

1:25:14

After a bit of a break we are finally back to conclude our discussion on Diamonds and Pearls Super Deluxe vault disk 3. We chat about Standing at the Altar (Prince’s version), Hey U, Letter 4 Miles, I Pledge Allegiance to Your Love, and Thunder Ballet and make selections for the entire disk. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodca…

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155. Pitting man against nature: Haydn, Symphony No.51 8:40

14d ago8:40

8:40

A subtle extremist, in his Symphony no.51 Haydn throws down some extraordinary challenges to his horn players - can they beat the ‘immutable forces of nature’? Listening time 30 mins (podcast 9′, music 21′) Music here on YouTube, Spotify and [with links to first movement only] on Apple and Amazon played by The English Concert, conducted by Trevor P…

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Solid Start - D&P Outtakes Part 5 1:06:49

2M ago1:06:49

1:06:49

Back to the Vault disks from Diamonds and Pearls SDE! We have plenty to say and connections to make with Get Blue, Tip O’ My Tongue, The Voice, Trouble, and Alice Through the Looking Glass. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com…

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1,035 - Southern Avenue, Driftwood, Elvie Shane, Melissa Ferrick, and Jeff Plankenhorn 2:22:56

2M ago2:22:56

2:22:56

This episode was recorded on May 19th, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Southern Avenue, Driftwood, Elvie Shane, Melissa Ferrick, and Jeff Plankenhorn. https://bit.ly/3xyjyVZBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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This Makes Sense Right Now - Martika Related Tracks Part 2 1:15:32

2M ago1:15:32

1:15:32

We continue to check out Martika-Prince collaborations and Josh continues to make connections that will blow your mind! Album and remix versions of Spirit and Love…Thy Will Be Done join the pool of contenders for selections. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com…

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1,034- Suzy Bogguss, Stephane Wrembel, Mama's Broke, Denitia, and Goldpine 2:26:21

2M ago2:26:21

2:26:21

This episode was recorded on May 12th, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Suzy Bogguss, Stephane Wrembel, Mama's Broke, Denitia, and Goldpine. https://bit.ly/4c3Wei5By West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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Love More - PRIDE 2024 3:33:45

2M ago3:33:45

3:33:45

We all can Love More. Happy PRIDE 2024

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Revelations - Martika Related Tracks Part 1 59:54

3M ago59:54

59:54

We are taking a side-step from Diamonds and Pearls SDE proper coverage to chat about a collaborator: Martika. Today we chat about several versions of Martika’s Kitchen, the unreleased Boom Box, and Don’t Say U Love Me. We don’t have selections, but Josh makes an exciting connection at the end of the episode! Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebo…

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Disco Inferno a Red Dress Extravaganza 1:01:37

3M ago1:01:37

1:01:37

All the Disco Hits from the Red Dress Extravaganza fundraiser the DFW Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence held at the Dallas Eagle.

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1,033- Ruthie Foster, Charlie Mars, Fellow Pynins, The Wandering Hearts, and Rebecca Porter 2:41:26

2M ago2:41:26

2:41:26

This episode was recorded on April 28th, 2024 at WVU's Canaday Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV. The lineup includes Ruthie Foster, Charlie Mars, Fellow Pynins, The Wandering Hearts, Rebecca Porter, and guest host David Mayfield. https://bit.ly/4aMlc3ZBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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1,032- Bettye LaVette, Keller Williams, Kim Richey, The Langan Band, Megan Jean's Secret Family 2:33:42

2M ago2:33:42

2:33:42

This episode was recorded on April 21st, 2024 at Ohio Univeristy's Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium in Athens, Ohio. The lineup includes Bettye LaVette, Keller Williams, Kim Richey, The Langan Band, Megan Jean's Secret Family. https://bit.ly/4aGU9H9By West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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1,031-Duke Robillard Band, Cedric Burnside, Sam Weber, Las Cafeteras, and The Black Feathers 2:29:43

3M ago2:29:43

2:29:43

This episode was recorded on March 24th, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Duke Robillard Band, Cedric Burnside, Sam Weber, Las Cafeteras, and The Black Feathers. https://bit.ly/3UoAENnBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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Excuses - D&P Outtakes Part 4 1:14:39

3M ago1:14:39

1:14:39

We wrap up Vault Disk 2 of Diamonds and Pearls Super Deluxe and this whole disk was full of hits and stinkers. We make delightful connections, marvel at Prince “trying on” some different sounds, and laugh - join us! Be sure to listen to the end! We have outtakes - by far the most and some of the funniest ever! Visit us on Facebook: https://www.face…

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Chick-Ah Mouth Shakers - D&P Outtakes Part 3 1:10:35

3M ago1:10:35

1:10:35

On to Disk 2 of the Vault material from Diamonds and Pearls Super Deluxe. This one is off to a more pleasant start - at least for us - than Vault Disk 1. So many connections and things to explore! Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com…

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Mountaineers Are Always Free and You Can Be Too! 14:08

4M ago14:08

14:08

Are you facing mountains in your life and don't know how to overcome them? Have you almost given up hope? Do you need Inspiration right now? This powerful message and story is for you!!! Your Spirit will be uplifted as never before and your strength and courage will be renewed. Mountaineers Are Always Free and You will become a dynamic Mountaineer …

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Singables - D&P Outtakes Part 2 1:24:10

4M ago1:24:10

1:24:10

We chat about the remaining tracks on Vault Disk 1 of Diamonds and Pearls Super Deluxe and make selections for this uneven selection of work. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.comBy Christy Norman

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1,030 - Nothin' Fancy, Missy Raines & Allegheny, Rory Block, Ed Snodderly, and Meredith Moon 2:17:40

4M ago2:17:40

2:17:40

This episode was recorded on March 17th, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Nothin' Fancy, Missy Raines & Allegheny, Rory Block, Ed Snodderly, and Meredith Moon. https://bit.ly/3xMupLZBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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1,029 - Tim O'Brien Band, Karan Casey, Dirk & Amelia Powell, and Tin Men 1:52:22

4M ago1:52:22

1:52:22

This episode was recorded on March 10th, 2024 at WVU's Canaday Creative Arts Center. The lineup includes Tim O'Brien Band, Karan Casey, Dirk & Amelia Powell, and Tin Men. https://bit.ly/3W4bOF7By West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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Black Hole of Schmaltz - D&P Outtakes Part 1 1:31:03

4M ago1:31:03

1:31:03

Of course Prince made WAY more music than could even be included on Diamonds and Pearls. We are delighted - but are we really? - that we got many of these outtakes in the Super Deluxe set and we check out some of them this episode. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com…

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1,028- Colin Hay, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, Chuck Prophet & The Make Out Quartet, Bruce Cockburn, and The Lucky Valentines 2:39:44

4M ago2:39:44

2:39:44

This episode was recorded on February 1st, 2024 at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek, California. The lineup includes Colin Hay, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, Chuck Prophet & The Make Out Quartet, Bruce Cockburn, and The Lucky Valentines. https://bit.ly/3vCxWf8By West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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1,027 - The Steel Wheels, Leslie Mendelson, Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle, Upstate, and Peter One 2:30:41

4M ago2:30:41

2:30:41

This episode was recorded on January 14th, 2024 at West Virginia Uinversity's Canady Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV. The lineup includes The Steel Wheels, Leslie Mendelson, Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle, Upstate, and Peter One. https://bit.ly/3J5W2BKBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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1,026 - James McMurtry, Suzzy Roche & Lucy Wainwright Roche, John Doyle & Mick McAuley, Cheryl Wheeler & Kenny White, Tommy Prine, and Marc Harshman 2:47:46

5M ago2:47:46

2:47:46

This episode was recorded on December 3rd, 2023 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes James McMurtry, Suzzy Roche & Lucy Wainwright Roche, John Doyle & Mick McAuley, Cheryl Wheeler & Kenny White, Tommy Prine, and Marc Harshman. https://bit.ly/4aBn4NsBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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Make It MTV Friendly - D&P Videos 1:18:02

5M ago1:18:02

1:18:02

Prince made videos for nearly every song on Diamonds and Pearls. We talk about videos for Diamonds and Pearls, Insatiable, Willing and Able, and two versions of Money Don’t Matter 2 Night. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com…

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1,025- Joan Osborne, Nellie McKay, David Mayfield, Todd Burge, and Jake Kohn 2:21:13

5M ago2:21:13

2:21:13

This episode was recorded on December 3rd, 2023 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Joan Osborne, Nellie McKay, David Mayfield, Todd Burge, and Jake Kohn. https://bit.ly/494ksGDBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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Truck Stop at The Dallas Eagle Vol. 2 1:51:18

5M ago1:51:18

1:51:18

Another great party with Truck Stop at The Dallas Eagle on February 10, 2024

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Pranksta Gangstas - Cream Maxi-Single Part 2 57:20

5M ago57:20

57:20

Part 2 of our discussion about the Cream Maxi-Single supporting the Diamonds and Pearls album. Do Your Dance, the child of Cream, begat its own remixes on “side 2” of the LP - and we have selections for the disc. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com…

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Late 80's Video Ladies - Cream Maxi-Single Part 1 1:02:25

6M ago1:02:25

1:02:25

Part 1 of our discussion about the Cream Maxi-Single supporting the Diamonds and Pearls album. From the video to the remixes to the completely new rifs on Cream, it’s a funky ride. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.comBy Christy Norman

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Go Your Own Way - Diamonds and Pearls Part 2 1:45:48

6M ago1:45:48

1:45:48

We have our discussion on the second half of Diamonds and Pearls along with our selections for the by-and-large wonderful remaster of the 1991 album that produced four charting singles. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.comBy Christy Norman

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Truck Stop at The Dallas Eagle Vol. 1 1:20:05

6M ago1:20:05

1:20:05

Music from the Truck Stop Party at Dallas Eagle on Jan 13, 2024

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Prince Infrastructure Bill - Diamonds and Pearls Part 1 2:06:49

7M ago2:06:49

2:06:49

We have finally started talking about Diamonds and Pearls, the album proper. We have SO many thoughts that were worth sharing, that we had to break our coverage into two parts. It’s a hidden throw-back album that is one funky ride. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com…

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154. Wedded Bliss! A 30th anniversary gift: Stravinsky, Dumbarton Oaks 8:08

7M ago8:08

8:08

A cool and funky wedding anniversary present - a 15 minute classic from the most famous composer alive, Stravinsky's Dumbarton Oaks is stylish, sophisticated and hugely enjoyable! Listening time 23 mins (podcast 8', music 15') Music here, played by the Ensemble InterContemporain conducted by Pierre Boulez, on Youtube, Spotify, and (links to the 1st…

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Surprise Video Shoots - Gett Off Video EP 1:15:57

7M ago1:15:57

1:15:57

Prolific Prince made a BUNCH of videos for songs on the Gett Off Maxisingle and released it as a video EP. We get to peek into rarely-seen areas of Paisley Park and Prince’s home on Galpin Blvd, and see Prince SO happy. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com…

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I'm the Problem - Episode Delayed 1:28

7M ago1:28

1:28

I'm the problem, it's me. The producer (ahem, no need to name names) didn't give the talent enough time off for the holidays, so it's going to be one more week before we return to our coverage of Diamonds and Pearls. The Gett Off Video EP is super fun, so catch up on watching those in the mean time. Thanks for your patients, friends! Visit us on Fa…

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153. Ecstasy, beauty, and ripping the universe open: Messiaen, Vingt regards sur l’enfant Jésus - with Rolf Hind 37:29

7M ago37:29

37:29

Pianist Rolf Hind introduces one of the epics of piano music. A heady mix of virtuoso composing and devout faith, Olivier Messiaen's 20 reflections on the infant Jesus, Vingt regards sur l'infant Jésus, brings us a two-hour deep dive of awesome power and beautiful stillness. Listening time 38 mins (plus music 2hrs 8') Music here on Youtube, played …

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"Funny You Should Sing That" Special 1:55:13

7M ago1:55:13

1:55:13

‘Funny You Should Sing That’ is a special episode featuring odd and unusual takes on familiar subjects. This compilation features performances by Randy Newman, Todd Snider, Julia Sweeney, Jeff Daniels, The Roches, Jill Sobule, and many more as they tackle the topics of love, sex, religion, politics, general absurdity, and possibly the most sordid o…

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Music from Puppies + Onesies at Dallas Eagle 1:17:38

8M ago1:17:38

1:17:38

Music from the Puppies + Onesies Party at the Dallas Eagle 12/22/23

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Moon Theme - 1991 MTV VMAs and Arsenio Hall 1:39:44

8M ago1:39:44

1:39:44

Promotion for Diamonds and Pearls involved two high-profile television appearances - the 1991 MTV Video Music Awards and a take-over of The Arsenio Hall Show. We talk about the scandalous to the captivating in some of the best Prince TV ever. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gma…

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Hold It, Fred - Gett Off Maxi-Single 1:40:10

9M ago1:40:10

1:40:10

Before Diamonds & Pearls was released, a dirty sex song was released to promote it: Gett Off. The Maxi-Single is one of our absolute favorites and we talk about all seven tracks and the racy video. It’s a real sexy affair. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com…

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1,023 - Vince Herman Band, Roy Book Binder, Teddy Thompson & Jenni Muldaur, Kat Wright, and Larry & Joe 2:25:31

9M ago2:25:31

2:25:31

This episode was recorded on October 15th, 2023 at the WVU Canady Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV. The lineup includes Vince Herman Band, Roy Book Binder, Teddy Thompson & Jenni Muldaur, Kat Wright, and Larry & Joe. https://bit.ly/46I8v8sBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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Splits Zenith - Diamonds & Pearls Lead Up 1:45:36

9M ago1:45:36

1:45:36

Diamonds & Pearls is HERE! We are going to use this opportunity to talk about the expansive Super Deluxe edition the way that little teenage Josh experienced the album as we start with Glam Slam ‘91, Gett Off (Damn Near 10 Min.), Horny Pony, and the Special Olympics Opening Ceremonies. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Tw…

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1,022 - Hot Tuna, Mick Flannery, Viv & Riley, William Lee Ellis, and Kaia Kater 2:27:38

9M ago2:27:38

2:27:38

This episode was recorded on October 1st, 2023 at the Moss Arts Center in Blacksburg, VA. The lineup includes Hot Tuna, Mick Flannery, Viv & Riley, William Lee Ellis, and Kaia Kater. https://bit.ly/3GapGo7By West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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1,021 - Jason Isbell, Hailey Whitters, The Band of Heathens, Tracy Nelson, and Adeem the Artist 2:22:35

9M ago2:22:35

2:22:35

This episode was recorded on September 24rd, 2023 at the Franklin Theatre in Franklin, TN. The lineup includes Jason Isbell, Hailey Whitters, The Band of Heathens, Tracy Nelson, and Adeem the Artist.By West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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More Basement - For You Outtakes Part 5 1:21:46

10M ago1:21:46

1:21:46

Our final episode about the For You - the album that started Prince’s career - is here. More basement recordings, the earliest official release of Prince working with another band, and a surprise gem that surfaced during the pandemic finishes this era for us. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter: @TMATSPodcast Email:…

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1,020 - Steve Earle, Elizabeth Cook, Sam Bush, Sarah Lee Guthrie, and Chris Pierce 2:24:45

9M ago2:24:45

2:24:45

This episode was recorded on September 23rd, 2023 at the Franklin Theatre in Franklin, TN. The lineup includes Steve Earle, Elizabeth Cook, Sam Bush, Sarah Lee Guthrie, and Chris Pierce. https://bit.ly/3SwfnlUBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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Music from Bear Bust at Dallas Eagle 1:18:05

9M ago1:18:05

1:18:05

Recorded LIVE from my set at Dallas Eagle

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1,019 - Tony Trischka’s EarlJam, Jerry Douglas, Jason Carter and Friends, The Watson Twins, and Davisson Brothers Band 2:24:44

10M ago2:24:44

2:24:44

This episode was recorded on August 27th, 2023 at the Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center in Clarksburg, WV. The lineup includes Tony Trischka’s EarlJam, Jerry Douglas, Jason Carter and Friends, The Watson Twins, and Davisson Brothers Band. https://bit.ly/46Zn3l2By West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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Sexy Omniscient Narrator - For You Outtakes Part 4 1:10:39

10M ago1:10:39

1:10:39

It may be a trope, but sometimes it’s true: aspiring musicians make music in basements. Don’t You Wanna Ride?, Rock Me, Lover, and Leaving For New York Prince were ambitious tracks that displayed his tremendous talent with relatively rudimentary equipment. Then Miss You and an instrumental track were made in a better equipped basement. And If You S…

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1,018 - Booker T. Jones, Chris Smither, Karla Bonoff, Steve Poltz, and Amber Rubarth 2:46:29

10M ago2:46:29

2:46:29

This episode was recorded on August 6th, 2023 at the Green Music Center in Rohnert Park, California. The lineup includes Booker T. Jones, Chris Smither, Karla Bonoff, Steve Poltz, and Amber Rubarth. https://bit.ly/3MfEMvQBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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152. An injection of flavour and joy: Nohl, Spices 15:15

10M ago15:15

15:15

Hot off the press! The wonders of modern tech allow us to enjoy Katharina Nohl's rhapsody for piano and orchestra, Spices, before it's even been performed by live musicians! And Katharina joins us to talk us through the recipe. Listening time 33 mins (podcast 15', music 18') The complete music here on Youtube. What do you think? Tell me with a comm…

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