Best Soul Portrait Podcasts (2024)

Harry Nilsson was a man in a hurry. There’s no time, people! Life is happening now, and if you don’t act fast and grab it, you’ll be outta luck. Dead at 52, the former Wunderkind, one of Rock’s most innovative song stylists, exited this earthly realm, having burned out his candle from both ends - in terms of life, work, and alcohol consumption - bu…

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The La Barbera Brothers - Legendary Musicians Joe (Drums), Pat (Saxophone) And John (Arranger/Composer). Played With Bill Evans, Buddy Rich, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Woody Herman, Many More! 38:46

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Brothers Joe, Pat and John La Barbera are legendary musicians. Joe is an acclaimed jazz drummer, Pat is a celebrated saxophonist, and John is a renowned arranger and composer. Together they have played with a Who’s Who in music including Bill Evans, Buddy Rich, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Woody Herman and many more. My featured song is “Easier Sai…

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Boss, Not Bossy: How Kellee Wynne Helps Others Fulfill Their Dreams by Sharing Her Knowledge (and Why You Should Too!) 46:39

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When it comes to sharing her love of art, color, photography, and business, Kellee Wynne isn’t shy. But that openness and willingness to say what’s on her mind didn’t always feel like a good thing when she was growing up. Instead, it’s been a skill she’s spent more than a decade refining and cultivating through her various business ventures as an a…

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Jay Siegel - The Tokens: "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" And "Portrait Of My Love". Producer For Tony Orlando And Dawn, The Chiffons, The Happenings! 35:11

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Jay Siegel is the original lead singer of The Tokens, the ‘60s band that had a massive worldwide hit with “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” and a follow up hit with “Portrait Of My Love”. The group formed in Brooklyn, New York and Neil Sedaka was an original member. Jay also had a parallel career producing hits for other artists including Tony Orlando and …

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Ep 24: Moving ‘Forward’ on a Journey of Healing with Becca Post 1:00:36

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Ever wondered how embracing your sensitivity could be your greatest strength? Join me as I recount my transformation from a shy, anxious child to a confident adult through introspection and therapy. Along with our guest, Becca Post we unravel the complexities of being a highly sensitive person (HSP) and an empath, and how these traits can be harnes…

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James Lee Stanley - Musician (Toured With Stephen Wright, Bonnie Raitt, Peter Tork); Actor (Singing Klingon On "StarTrek Deep Space Nine"); Documentary Star ("The Opening Act")! 37:20

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James Lee Stanley is an artist who has had a very eclectic career. As a musician he has produced 32 albums and has toured with Stephen Wright, Bonnie Raitt, Peter Tork and Robin Williams. As an actor he played the Singing Klingon on the “StarTrek Deep Space Nine” TV show for five years. And he is the subject of a documentary film called “The Openin…

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HOTEL BOHEMIA PRESENTS "THE DAY I SAW BO DIDDLEY IN WASHINGTON SQUARE "- FEATURING WILLIE NILE, MY GAL SAL, A TOUCH OF ORANGE AND OF COURSE, THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS, RICH BUCKLAND AND BILL MESNIK 37:16

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Segment One: A TASTE OF MONEY, A SCENT OF ORANGE Segment Two: WILLIE NILE “The unofficial poet laureate of New York City.” - Uncut "Better than most performers have to offer by far." -- Rolling Stone “Clash/Social Distortion meets Pete Seeger…a true master songwriter!” – Hits “Willie’s so good I can’t believe he’s not from New Jersey!” – Little Ste…

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Rest and Restoration | Kristi McLelland 41:35

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BILL MESNIK OF THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENTS: THE SUNNY SIDE OF MY STREET - SONGS TO MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD - EPISODE #64: IT’S COLD OUTSIDE by The Choir (Roulette, 1966) 5:04

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Can a song about unrequited love be considered a “Sunny Song”? Absolutely, if it’s as poppy and refreshing as this cut by Cleveland one hit wonders, The Choir, previously known as The Mods. At the time of the song’s recording, the midwest was teeming with British Invasion, Carnaby St wanna-be bands who had longer hair than their peers and groovier …

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Danny Gottlieb - All Star Drummer. Played With The Pat Metheny Group, John McLoughlin's Mahavishnu Orchestra, Gary Burton Quartet, Mark Egan and Elements, Airto Moreira, Flora Purim, Gary Sinese's Lt ... 42:48

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Danny Gottlieb is an All-Star Drummer. He's played with The Pat Metheny Group, John McLoughlin's Mahavishnu Orchestra, the Gary Burton Quartet, Mark Egan and Elements, Airto Moreira, Flora Purim, Gary Sinese's Lt. Dan Band, and many more. We discuss all the incredible musicians that he met and played with at the U. of Miami, the Jazz Fusion era, an…

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Aftershoot: How Embracing an AI Workflow Can Help You Become a Better, More Efficient Photographer with Justin Benson 36:28

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The age of AI is here… and that’s not a comforting realization for many of us working in the creative field. But the technology isn’t going away, so what if we could use AI tools to elevate our work, instead of replacing us? That’s the future Justin Benson and the team at Aftershoot have in mind for AI in the photography field. In today’s episode, …

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Michael Simon - Leading Television Director: "Survivor" 25 Finales; "Ridiculousness" 42 Seasons; "Soul Train"; VH1 - Miles Davis, Prince; Bee Gees "One Night Only"; And More! 35:27

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Michael Simon has been a leading television director for the past 35 years. He has directed 25 live final episodes of “Survivor”, 42 seasons of “Ridiculousness”, “Soul Train”, VH1 episodes featuring Miles Davis, Prince and others; the Bee Gees HBO Special “One Night Only”, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and much more. My featured song is “The Winner” from the …

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Lift The Bandstand - Episode June 5, 2024

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hat ART Series #45 Playlist: Mat Maneri - Dolphy Dance Urs Leimgruber - First Richard Grossman - Stickiest Day of The Year Matthew Shipp - C Jam Blues Billy Bang - Lonely Woman Lee Konitz - April

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Ep 23: Why We Crave Connection in Community with Talia Schneiderman 59:41

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Growing up in an entrepreneurial family set the stage for Talia Schneiderman's journey into the world of business and community building. In this episode, Talia recounts her path from teaching at My Gym Children's Fitness Center to co-founding the Harvest Goal Collective with her long-time friend, Steph Exner. We discuss the profound impact account…

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Jimmy Vivino - All-Star Guitarist; Bandleader Of Conan O'Brien's TV Show Bands; Member Of The Fab Faux, World’s Greatest Beatles Tribute Band. Member of Canned Heat. Talks About Zero Mostel and Fiddler ... 43:51

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Jimmy Vivino is an All-Star Guitarist, Keyboard Player and Bandleader. He was the bandleader of Conan O’Brien’s various television show bands; a member of the Fab Faux, the world’s greatest Beatles tribute band, and currently a member of Canned Heat blues band. He talks about playing Tevye in “Fiddler On The Roof” in High School, his 15 year affili…

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BILL MESNIK OF THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENTS: THE SUNNY SIDE OF MY STREET - SONGS TO MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD - EPISODE #63: WHEN YOU WALK IN THE ROOM by Jackie De Shannon (Liberty, 1963) 5:40

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One of the greatest rock and roll songwriters, Jackie De Shannon has a way of marrying a catchy pop melody with a fresh lyrical insight that is unparalleled. During that shift from Rockabilly into the British Invasion, Jackie (often with partner Sharon Sheeley), kept the pop charts humming - amassing an impressive discography for anyone - let alone…

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What is a Soul? | Derek Bareman 45:34

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The Splendid Bohemians Present An R&B Special - "The White Knight Meets Mr. Brown- The Blue Rocks Of Ages With Horns"- Part One- Wayne Cochran and James Brown Are Explored Along With The Horn Stylings ... 37:31

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Nov. 27, 2017 Wayne Cochran, who wrote a classic love-and-loss pop song while still in his early 20s, then morphed into an energetic rhythm-and-blues singer with a devoted following and an outrageous pompadour before finding a new purpose in a Christian ministry near Miami, died on Nov. 21 in Miramar, Fla. He was 78. His son, Christopher Cochran, s…

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BILL MESNIK OF THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENTS: THE SUNNY SIDE OF MY STREET - SONGS TO MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD - EPISODE #62: WELCOME BACK by John Sebastian (Reprise, 1976) 5:32

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In my opinion, the song was better than the sit-com that spawned it. And, it had staying power, making it to the top of the pop charts. There is something transcendent being expressed here. As Thomas Wolfe said: “you can’t go home again,” Maybe not, but it’s something we all long for, and in this joyful three minute tune John Sebastian ties a ribbo…

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“East Side Sessions” - Again! Robert's Acclaimed 2020 Album. Called "Album Of The Year!", "Impeccable!", "Another Winner!" And "A Sonic Tour De Force"! 14:13

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“East Side Sessions” is the Project Grand Slam album that I released in January 2020, just a few months before the pandemic caused a worldwide lockdown. The album features 12 of my new songs - all vocals for the first time. Our singer was the incomparable Marilyn Castillo. The reviewers were effusive in their praise and called it “Album Of The Year…

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Take your shot: How to Find Your Unique Photography Voice with Valerie Eidson 38:57

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Before Valerie Eidson found photography, she tried every other creative field first. Eventually, she found herself behind a camera with a new problem: how to learn and develop her own voice and style. In today’s episode, Valerie and I sit down to chat about the key decisions that helped her create her own unique perspective when it comes to her pho…

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Jodi Krangle - Celebrated Voiceover Specialist. She's Worked for Disney, Depends, Viagra, Dell, Kraft, Lindt And Many Others. She Specializes In Brand Voice, Commercials, Corporate Narration And Podcasts ... 33:32

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Jodi Krangle is a celebrated Voiceover Specialist. She’s worked in a variety of settings including for Disney, Depends, Viagra, Dell, Kraft, Lindt Chocolates and others. She specializes in Brand Voice, Commercials, Corporate Narration and even Podcasts. My featured song is “Metro Shuffle” from the album The PGS Experience by my band, Project Grand …

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Ep 22: Worry Less, Giggle More With Brittany Pomplun 1:03:44

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Ever wondered how a hilarious idea could evolve into a booming business? Today’s conversation is spicy—both because of the subject and because my guest, Brittany Pomplin, blew me away with her business intuition and self-belief. Brittany, a wife and mom, saw the potential in penis waffles and created Giggle Sticks, turning a "silly" idea into a wil…

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Lift The Bandstand - Episode May 29, 2024

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hat ART series #44 Playlist: Ran Blake - Alone Together / Four Matthew Shipp - Thesis / Fable Myra Melford - The First Mess / How Long Blues Jimmy Giuffre - Eiffel / Momentum Burkhard Beins - Smmothpick / Upperturnity Guillermo Gregorio - Cambridge / Orion's Belt

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Joe Lovano - Saxophone Titan. Played With Woody Herman, Mel Lewis, Tony Bennett, McCoy Tyner, Herbie Hancock, Esperanza Spalding, Hank Jones, Diana Krall And Many More! 47:38

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Joe Lovano is a Superstar Grammy Award winning saxophonist who Downbeat Magazine has called “The Titan among us”. He’s played with a Who’s Who of the Jazz world including Woody Herman, Tony Bennett, McCoy Tyner, Herbie Hancock, Esperanza Spalding, Hank Jones and Diana Krall. My featured song is “Out Of Tahini” from the album Play by my band, Projec…

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The Gifts of the Spirit | Brendan Owen 46:46

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HOTEL BOHEMIA PRESENTS "ELECTION DAY BLUES " - A MURDEROUS PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION APPROACHES AND THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS BREAK CONVENTION WITH A LOOK BACK AT SOME POLITICAL TUNES, GOONS, HEROES AND A PORTRAIT ... 19:41

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FROM THE "WILD, WILD WEST" DEPARTMENT: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will be on the ballot in Florida, his campaign announced Friday, after he secured a nomination from the obscure “Reform Party”—as his campaign deploys an aggressive and laborious strategy to secure his place on ballots in all 50 states. The Reform Party, founded by former independent pres…

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BILL MESNIK OF THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENTS: THE SUNNY SIDE OF MY STREET - SONGS TO MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD - EPISODE #61: I WANNA BE SEDATED by The Ramones (Sire, 1978) 4:54

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Not to glorify the use of narcotics, or anything, but this is the most joyous celebration of bored nihilism I’ve ever heard. Joey Ramone said he wrote the song when he was stranded in London during Christmastime, with nothing to do and nowhere to go. And, here, the boys are symbolically kicking down the doors of their hotel room and running amok fo…

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Peter Noone - With Co-Host Gary Puckett. Lead Singer Of '60s Stars Herman's Hermits: "I'm Into Something Good", "Mrs. Brown You've Got A Lovely Daughter", "Henry VIII, I Am" And Many More! 48:42

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Peter Noone - better known as Herman with Herman's Hermits - is a 1960s Superstar. They had a remarkable string of hits including #1s: "Mrs. Brown You've Got A Lovely Daughter" and "Henry VIII, I Am", plus "I'm Into Something Good" (written by Carole King and Gerry Goffin), "Kind Of A Hush", "No Milk Today", "Listen People" and many more. My Co-Hos…

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Love, Loss, and Legacies: Why Anna Kruse is So Passionate About Capturing Timeless Family Moments 41:34

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While artistic interest runs in Anna Kruse’s family, she didn’t immediately take an interest in photography. In fact, she didn’t even begin photography until she became a mother, but it wasn’t until the loss of her father that she finally decided to make photography into her career, after truly understanding the gift of captured memories. In today’…

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Peter Tiehuis - Acclaimed Dutch Guitarist. He's played With Benny Goodman, Dizzy Gillespie, Freddie Hubbard, Stan Getz, Tina Turner, Elvis Costello And Herbie Hancock! 29:37

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Peter Tiehuis is one of the best guitarists in Holland. He’s played and recorded with every big star in the Netherlands and many international stars including Benny Goodman, Dizzy Gillespie, Freddie Hubbard, Stan Getz, Tina Turner, Elvis Costello and Herbie Hancock. My featured song is “The Rich Ones”. Spotify link. --------------------------------…

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Ep 21: [Part Two] Follow Your Art with Portrait Founder Ivy Boyd 59:45

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Join us in the second part of this episode as Ivy and I embark on a fun journey through the world of makeup artistry and more. Filled with laughter and insights, we explore Ivy's unique makeup line, the trials of product creation, and the balance between personal taste and universal appeal. We also dive into a spirited game of famous last words, de…

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Lift The Bandstand - Episode May 22, 2024

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Playlist: Joe Maneri - Say It All Ellery Eskelin - Side Effects Paul Dunmall - Misericords Misha Mengelberg - IC Root No. 9

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Peter Erskine - Superstar Drummer. 2x Grammy Winner. Played With Weather Report, Stan Kenton, Maynard Ferguson, Steps Ahead, Joni Mitchell, Steely Dan, Many More. 10x Voted Best Jazz Drummer! 46:50

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Peter Erskine is a Superstar Drummer. He’s a two-time Grammy winner who has played on over 700 albums and film scores. He rose to worldwide fame with Weather Report, perhaps the greatest band of the 1970s Jazz Fusion era. He has also played with Stan Kenton, Maynard Ferguson, Steps Ahead, Joni Mitchell, Steely Dan and many more. He was voted Best J…

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DIG THIS PRESENTS- "GARAGE BAND CONFIDENTIAL-PART TWO"- THE HISTORY OF A MUSICAL PHENOMENON! FROM SURF TO SOUL TO PSYCHOTIC REACTIONS TO MYSTERIANS TO HEARTLAND ROCK AND THE PAISLEY UNDERGROUND, THIS IS ... 30:30

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THE BEST GARAGE ROCK ALBUMS OF THE 1960'S: https://www.albumoftheyear.org/genre/11-garage-rock/1960s/#google_vignetteBy Rich Buckland and Bill Mesnik

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The Filling of the Spirit | Derek Bareman 45:42

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BILL MESNIK OF THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENTS: THE SUNNY SIDE OF MY STREET - SONGS TO MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD - EPISODE #60: HAUNTED HOUSE by Jumpin’ Gene Simmons (Hi, 1964) 4:48

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I love that the new home owner portrayed in this song squares off against a threatening demon, declaring: “Ain’t no Ha’nt gonna run me off!” This is one ballsy gentleman, Mr. Jumpin’ Gene Simmons. And, fittingly Mr. Chaim Witz of Kiss fame, (another ballsy guy), took his name in tribute to this man. Morris Eugene Simmons (1937-2006) started his car…

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Music To Life - New Voices In Social Change: Next Gen Artists Addressing Human And Civil Rights. With Noel Paul Stookey (Peter Paul & Mary), Liz Sunde (CEO) And Artists Amanda Pascali And Elexa Dawson ... 31:21

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Music To Life is a nonprofit that supports new voices in social change: Next Gen Artists addressing Human and Civil Rights issues. This episode introduces Music To Life through its CEO, Liz Stookey Sunde, and her dad, Noel Paul Stookey - who was Paul of Peter Paul and Mary. And also introducing two artists who graduated from the program: Amanda Pas…

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Ebb and Flow: The Myth of Finding Balance as a Mother and Business Owner with Aspen Dawn 39:55

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When it comes to motherhood and business, there is no perfect balance. In some seasons, one takes precedence over the other… and that’s okay! Finding success in both requires holding space and giving ourselves grace when both parts of our life feel less than harmonious. In this episode, family photographer Aspen Dawn shares how exactly she goes abo…

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The PGS Ladies: Featuring Six Wonderful Project Grand Slam Singers - Judie Tzuke, Kat Robichaud, Lucy Woodward, Ziarra Washington, Leslie Hunt, And Marilyn Castillo! 11:07

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This episode is a special Shout Out to the six wonderful female singers who I’ve featured with my band, Project Grand Slam: Judie Tzuke, Kat Robichaud, Lucy Woodward, Ziarra Washington, Leslie Hunt and Marilyn Castillo. I’ve been extremely fortunate to have such incredible vocalists to interpret my original songs and my reimagined covers. Here are …

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BILL MESNIK OF THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENTS: THE SUNNY SIDE OF MY STREET - SONGS TO MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD - EPISODE #59: CAUSE WE’VE ENDED AS LOVERS by Jeff Beck (Epic, 1975) 8:25

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This cut off Jeff Beck’s second solo effort was produced by the magisterial George Martin, the Beatle’s north star. The song was gifted to Jeff by Stevie Wonder, who did so, (according to JB), as an apology for having released the barn-burner Superstition first, after promising to let Jeff have it. He needn’t have worried - the plangent tone and hu…

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HOTEL BOHEMIA PRESENTS "RAGGED GLORY"- A FATHER AND SON'S EXPEDITION TO PHOENIX, ARIZONA TO SHARE AND DOCUMENT THE BURNISHED BRONZE OF NEIL YOUNG, AND HIS LOVE EARTH TOUR 11:40

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Neil Young, Talking Stick Amphitheater, Phoenix, AZ, 4/27/2024 RAGGED GLORY Maybe Neil Young isn’t as spry as he used to be, but who is? At 78, to be playing hard core rock with the passion he displays isn’t only a goddam miracle, it’s a revelation. And, just like young Micah Nelson, who filled in for Nils Lofgren (who’s on tour with his other Sens…

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