Best Nigel A Campbell Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 20: Island Jazz Chat with Garvin Blake 1:15:47

4M ago1:15:47

1:15:47

Garvin Blake, pan jazz musician based in New York has re-discovered his intention to preserve and promote the idea of steelpan and jazz as global music. After a pair of significant albums in 1999, Belle Eau Road Blues, and 2015, Parallel Overtones, Blake is now in a place in his life to continue to record and let the music of the steelpan be the 'n…

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Episode 19: Island Music Chat with Teddyson John 47:27

6M ago47:27

47:27

Saint Lucian singer Teddyson John returns to Trinidad with his Stripped: Carnival Magic show in 2024, in which he transforms his deep catalogue of soca hits of more than a decade into jazzy smooth songs that discard the aesthetic of an energetic Carnival for a sophisticated tropical experience island experience. Teddyson chats about his beginnings …

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Episode 19: Creole Christmas Chat with Etienne Charles 41:09

8M ago41:09

41:09

Island Jazz Chat host, Nigel Campbell chats with globe-trotting Trinidadian musician and Guggenheim Fellow Etienne Charles about his upcoming performance in Trinidad and Tobago, A Creole Christmas Gift: Concert and Cocktails presented by HADCO Experiences. This event will showcase the extraordinary talents of Caribbean music legend and 7-time Gramm…

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Episode 18: Island Jazz Chat with Etienne Charles 59:53

10M ago59:53

59:53

Etienne Charles is a creole soul. A Caribbean intellectual and sublime musician who positions the "native gaze" to reflect a new perspective on the wider Americas beyond a boundary. From Trinidad, with a trumpet in his hand and a rhythm in his veins, he has, over an 18-year recording career, observed and composed music that "re-charts the ruins," e…

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Episode 17: Island Jazz Chat with Jacques Schwarz-Bart 1:31:32

1+ y ago1:31:32

1:31:32

Jacques Schwarz-Bart from Guadeloupe can be considered a Caribbean jazz explorer who is mining musical histories and creating new experiences based on tradition, heritage, spirituality, and a full understanding of the Caribbean legacy of being at the centre of many cultural moments in the Americas. His dual Afro-Caribbean and Jewish heritage has al…

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Episode 16: Island Jazz Chat with Leon 'Foster' Thomas 1:35:39

1+ y ago1:35:39

1:35:39

Leon 'Foster' Thomas, contemporary steelpan jazz musician and composer from Trinidad, and at present, Caribbean Jazz researcher now based in the UK, chats on his career and the continuing journey to move the steelpan to the front of the jazz bandstand with his recordings and performances. His compositions, what he calls his "book of stories", posit…

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Episode 15: Island Jazz Chat with Richard Bailey 1:23:51

1+ y ago1:23:51

1:23:51

Richard Bailey, born in Guyana (then British Guiana), raised in Trinidad, and long resident in England, is the go-to drummer for major recording and touring artists in the UK since the 1970s. Jamming and recording with the likes of Jeff Beck and Bob Marley as a teenager, Bailey was a pivotal member of the new generation of musicians who forged a fu…

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Episode 14: Island Jazz Chat with Chantal Esdelle 1:30:13

2y ago1:30:13

1:30:13

Trinidadian composer and educator Chantal Esdelle, a Berklee College of Music graduate, holds an important place among jazz musicians in the islands, as she is one of, if not the only female band leader who is a renowned pianist there. A multifaceted individual — performer, producer, promoter — who has, since 2000, released two albums as leader wit…

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Episode 13: Island Jazz Chat with Andy Narell 1:31:10

2y ago1:31:10

1:31:10

Andy Narell, globe-trotting and pioneering steelpan jazz musician, composer and arranger chats about his beginnings in the world of steelpan in the 1960s, and the evolution of the sound that he is leading in the 2020s with a new sample library of steelpan instruments created by the legendary master tuner Ellie Mannette. And everything in between. F…

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Episode 12: Island Jazz Chat with Victor Provost 1:58:10

2y ago1:58:10

1:58:10

Victor Provost, from St John, USVI, has been variously described as a "rising steelpan master...whose refreshing melodic approach to soloing on the pan is wholly steeped in the jazz tradition," and "living proof of the nuance and versatility of the [steelpan]." In this chat, Victor discusses his beginnings, his influences and the practicality and p…

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Episode 11: Island Jazz Chat with Annise Hadeed 1:32:28

2y ago1:32:28

1:32:28

Panman, steelpan virtuoso, steeldrum musician. Just don't call Annise 'Halfers' Hadeed a "pannist". He is more than that! This important musician and recording artist from Trinidad and Tobago, now resident in the U.K., has been blazing a trail in the jazz scene there, as well as contributing significantly to the Caribbean presence there as an award…

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Episode 10: Island Jazz Chat with Cameron Pierre 1:25:59

2y ago1:25:59

1:25:59

Guitarist Cameron Pierre has come full circle returning to his native Dominica after a multi-decade recording and performing career in the UK. After establishing an important Caribbean jazz presence there, with six albums produced, he reflects on the journey to this point. Beginning in the reggae scene here in the islands and into the UK, his evolu…

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Episode 9: Island Jazz Chat with Theron Shaw 1:20:26

2y ago1:20:26

1:20:26

Reticent. Diffident. Two words to describe the personality of guitarist Theron Shaw of Trinidad and Tobago. Another pair of apt adjectives would be determined and inventive. In a revealing conversation, we get into what made Shaw the popular choice for the islands' premier jazz guitarist. Three acclaimed albums, years of touring and working at defi…

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Episode 8: Island Jazz Chat with Clifford Charles 45:29

2y ago45:29

45:29

Trinidadian guitarist Clifford Charles describes his music as "smooth soca jazz." Grounded in the sounds and language of Trinidad, his liking for transforming the music of Carnival, the popular sound of Trinidad, into a contemporary jazz idiom sets him apart from other Caribbean jazz guitarists. With 5 albums under his belt, and counting, since 200…

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Episode 5: Island Jazz Chat with Reginald Cyntje 1:17:24

2y ago1:17:24

1:17:24

Jazz trombonist, Reginald Cyntje is the ultimate Caribbean jazz musician. Born in Dominica, raised in St Thomas, US Virgin Islands, of Curaçaoan heritage, he is the epitome of a Caribbean musician making it in the United States. With the release of his sixth album, Healing, Reginald chats with us on this album and his previous albums' their develop…

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Episode 7: Island Jazz Chat with John Arnold 1:13:32

2y ago1:13:32

1:13:32

John Arnold is the pioneering musician, recording artist and jazz festival coordinator on the island of Tobago. As a recording artist, he has helmed half a dozen albums that play with the idea of Caribbean jazz as original music, including his latest, Jazz Standards in the Tambrin Sauce, which incorporates the Tobago-native tambrin drum family. Thi…

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BONUS - Up Close with I Love Lucifer actor, Mike Rad 51:33

2+ y ago51:33

51:33

While we prepare to bring you an exciting season 2, we will continue to provide entertaining bonus content – from interviews to spotlights on some other great indie podcasts out there. Today we are shining a spotlight on the voice behind I Love Lucifer demon, Fluffy Kitty, the wickedly cool Mike Rad. We talk about acting, cavemen, pro-surfing, the …

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BONUS - Up Close with Podcast Expert Tanner Campbell 52:20

2+ y ago52:20

52:20

Tanner Campbell has been podcasting since 2010, in which time he has been an audio engineer, studio owner and live-sound engineer. He’s a Top-100 podcaster, writer, speaker, teacher, growth & monetization consultant and was recently named one of the Top 22 people in podcasting by Podcast Magazine. He has a passion for helping independent podcasters…

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BONUS - Up Close with I Love Lucifer star Adam Levy 57:50

2+ y ago57:50

57:50

While we prepare to bring you an exciting season 2, we will continue to provide entertaining bonus content – from interviews to spotlights on some other great indie podcasts out there. Today we are shining a spotlight on I Love Lucifer star Adam Levy. Adam's unique talents have brought to life the characters of both The Narrator and Tanya's father,…

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BONUS - FEED DROP - "The First Episode Of: I Love Lucifer" 33:35

2+ y ago33:35

33:35

While we prepare to bring you an exciting season 2, we will continue to provide entertaining bonus content – from interviews to spotlights on some other great indie podcasts out there. Today we are shining a spotlight on “The First Episode Of:” A unique podcast about Audio Drama and the creative process where host W. Keith Tims listens to the first…

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BONUS - FEED DROP - Delivery Podcast - Episode 10 - “Chastity Part 1” 14:23

2+ y ago14:23

14:23

While we prepare to bring you an exciting season two – we are committed to bringing you entertaining Bonus Episodes. In today’s Episode 15 we are delivering a full episode of Delivery Podcast - one of our favorites from our Podcast Family. Delivery Podcast is an audio horror in 13 episodes that chronicles the subtle discoveries of a small group jus…

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BONUS - FEED DROP - Omega Star 7 - Episode 7 - “Hairy Spacers, and the Hallway of Almost Infinite Doors” 29:40

2+ y ago29:40

29:40

If you’re finished listening to all 10 episodes of I Love Lucifer - we have some great bonus episodes including feed drops from some of our fave Indie Audio Dramas from around the world! This week we are shining a Pod Light on the bi-monthly Space Opera Audio Drama called Omega Star 7 - the name of a cluster of wild stars situated in a strange, yet…

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BONUS - FEED DROP - Tales of Sada Emedu.- Episode 17: The Barque - Olinwa Aora/Matthias Alaric 37:39

2+ y ago37:39

37:39

If you’re about to listen to this episode, hopefully it means you’ve listened to the whole first Season of I Love Lucifer…if not… come on, get your “I Love Lucifer on now! But, if you have and you hoping for more, thank you!! And just know we’re on the case! Tanya and Holly have SO much more to accomplish. But before we can dive into the unbelievab…

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BONUS - I LOVE LUCIFER THE PODCAST LIVE LAUNCH Q&A 7 14 21 56:52

2+ y ago56:52

56:52

Michael Neeley (our podcast guru) brilliantly moderates the wild Cast and Creators of I Love Lucifer. In this Q&A Creators, writers, producers, directors and performers Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess, as well as cast members Adam Levy of Netflix’s The Witcher and HBO’s Industry, DawnMarie Ferrara, Deanna Hurst-Levine, Lorraine Devon Wilke, Rick…

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BONUS - I Love Lucifer Makes Podcast History in Sound Design! 12:10

2+ y ago12:10

12:10

Susie and Don discuss some of the sound design challenges they faced while producing their comedy/horror "I Love Lucifer”, as well as the scene they believe makes podcast history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Go Girl Media | Realm

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Between The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea 36:34

3y ago36:34

36:34

The explosive SEASON FINALE reveals a web of secrets between Tanya and Holly, Tanya and Ian, as well as the introduction of the mysterious new Assistant Director, Lili. Created by: Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess Written by: Susie Singer Carter, Don Priess, Robert Beaucage Directed by: Susie Singer Carter Starring: ADAM LEVY - NIGEL THOMPSON/NAR…

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Garden Variety Green-Eyed Monster 36:17

3y ago36:17

36:17

EPISODE 9: Their bond breaks when Tanya accuses Holly of being a covert demon. In meantime, Nigel is kidnapped by Typhon. Created by: Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess Written by: Susie Singer Carter, Don Priess, Robert Beaucage Directed by: Susie Singer Carter Starring: ADAM LEVY - NIGEL THOMPSON/NARRATOR DAWNMARIE FERRARA - TANYA THOMPSON SUSIE …

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Minions, Hordes and Legions. Oh My! 28:50

3y ago28:50

28:50

EPISODE 8: More dysfunctional monsters plague Tanya and Holly, leading them closer to Typhon and Echidna. Holly’s attempt to play matchmaker for Tanya and Ian backfires horribly and threatens the huntresses’ already tenuous bond. Created by: Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess Written by: Susie Singer Carter, Don Priess, Robert Beaucage Directed by:…

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Demon Hunting For Dummies 31:15

3y ago31:15

31:15

After vanquishing a powerful foe, Tanya and Holly learn that Larry lied and their demon hunting days are indeed, not over! Created by: Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess Written by: Susie Singer Carter, Don Priess, Robert Beaucage Directed by: Susie Singer Carter Starring: ADAM LEVY - NIGEL THOMPSON/NARRATOR DAWNMARIE FERRARA - TANYA THOMPSON SUSIE…

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They Sing. They Dance, They Die. 27:42

3y ago27:42

27:42

Holly and Tanya attend an appearance that turns out to be a bloodbath as they encounter minions of Tartaros. Created by: Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess Written by: Susie Singer Carter, Don Priess, Robert Beaucage Directed by: Susie Singer Carter Original Music "Scream Queens" - Music & Lyrics by Scott Martin Starring: ADAM LEVY - NIGEL THOMPSON…

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All About Evil 20:34

3y ago20:34

20:34

Tanya's estranged -- and strange -- father, Nigel, insinuates himself back into her life. Created by: Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess Written by: Susie Singer Carter, Don Priess, Robert Beaucage Directed by: Susie Singer Carter Starring: ADAM LEVY - NIGEL THOMPSON/NARRATOR DAWNMARIE FERRARA - TANYA THOMPSON SUSIE SINGER CARTER - HOLLY KLYM RICK …

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Team Scream Queens 26:58

3y ago26:58

26:58

Tanya and Holly's skills are tested during an epic battle against evil. Shig gets weird. Created by: Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess Written by: Susie Singer Carter, Don Priess, Robert Beaucage Directed by: Susie Singer Carter Starring: ADAM LEVY - NIGEL THOMPSON/NARRATOR DAWNMARIE FERRARA - TANYA THOMPSON SUSIE SINGER CARTER - HOLLY KLYM RICK S…

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DemonsDemonsDemonsDemonsDemons 25:15

3y ago25:15

25:15

Tanya and Holly's demon hunting days begin. Life will never be the same. Created by: Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess Written by: Susie Singer Carter, Don Priess, Robert Beaucage Directed by: Don Priess Mastered by: Kevin Walker Starring: ADAM LEVY - NIGEL THOMPSON/NARRATOR DAWNMARIE FERRARA - TANYA THOMPSON SUSIE SINGER CARTER - HOLLY KLYM RICK …

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See No Evil. Smell No Evil. 21:33

3y ago21:33

21:33

A shocking discovery and a string of lies lead Tanya and Holly to a horrifying encounter. Created by: Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess Written by: Susie Singer Carter, Don Priess, Robert Beaucage Directed by: Robert Beaucage Starring: ADAM LEVY - NIGEL THOMPSON/NARRATOR DAWNMARIE FERRARA - TANYA THOMPSON SUSIE SINGER CARTER - HOLLY KLYM RICK SING…

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Hell Kittens 28:28

3y ago28:28

28:28

Scream Queen Bee Tanya Thompson's life is turned upside down with the arrival of her new rival, the beautiful ingenue, Holly Klym. Created by: Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess Written by: : Susie Singer Carter, Don Priess, Robert Beaucage Directed by: Susie Singer Carter Starring: ADAM LEVY - NIGEL THOMPSON/NARRATOR DAWNMARIE FERRARA - TANYA THOM…

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Episode 6: Island Jazz Chat with Michael Boothman 1:42:27

3y ago1:42:27

1:42:27

Michael Boothman is the personification of excellence in the arts in Trinidad and Tobago. Pioneering, innovative and consistently successful as a performer, composer, arranger and recording artist, Boothman continues his 50-plus year career that showcases a number of firsts and milestones in the development of modern music in Trinidad and Tobago. H…

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I Love Lucifer Trailer 3:11

3y ago3:11

3:11

I Love Lucifer (comedy/horror) - When the cameras stop rolling, the lines of reality are blurred, and the fantasy of their day job turns into a living nightmare, when two B movie stars battle movie monsters by day and real monsters by night. Now if they could only get along with each other… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…

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Episode 4: Island Jazz Chat with Elan Trotman 39:14

5y ago39:14

39:14

Elan Trotman, Boston-based contemporary jazz saxophonist from Barbados discusses the business of jazz with Jazz in the Islands. In 2019, he released his new album Dear Marvin, a saxophone tribute to the late great Marvin Gaye on the Woodward Avenue label. We get the Caribbean-American perspective from this Berklee College of Music alumnus about the…

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Episode 3: Island Jazz Chat with Clive Zanda 1:08:37

5+ y ago1:08:37

1:08:37

The father of modern kaisojazz, Trinidadian pianist Clive Zanda recounts a career spanning from his days in England in the 1960s innovating with the fusion of calypso in the language of jazz, to his return to Trinidad and his collaboration with Scofield Pilgrim, Bajan-born kaisojazz theorist and pedagogue and beyond. The explorations of this new fu…

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Episode 2: Island Jazz Chat with Élan Parlē 1:12:09

5+ y ago1:12:09

1:12:09

Composer, producer and recording artist, Michael 'Ming' Low Chew Tung is called by Jazz in the Islands, "the architect of the new calypso jazz in the 21st century in Trinidad and Tobago" for his band/brand Élan Parlē. In this in-depth and revealing chat, 'Ming' gives an oral autobiography that gives clues to how he became the major influence in mod…

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Episode 1: Island Jazz Chat with Rudy Smith 24:38

5+ y ago24:38

24:38

Pioneering steelpan jazz musician, Rudy "Two Left" Smith chats with Jazz in the Islands editor, Nigel A. Campbell, about his career. His beginnings in Trinidad, his sojourn into Europe to perform and ultimately record are discussed. Landmark albums like his Otinku with the Modern Sound Quintet are put into context as a steelpan jazz first. Now resi…

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