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SHEP GORDON ‘SUPERMENSCH’ LEGENDARY
AMERICAN TALENT MANAGER, HOLLYWOOD FILM AGENT, AND PRODUCER
LONGTIME ALICE COOPER MANAGER
EXCLUSIVE ON
INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS
WITH RAY SHASHO
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.
Shep Gordon is known in the entertainment industry as having an eye for talent and an innate understanding of what people find entertaining. After graduating from SUNY Buffalo, Shep moved to LA and in 1969 co-founded Alive Enterprises. Over the years, Gordon has been responsible for managing the careers of Alice Cooper, Groucho Marx, Raquel Welch, Luther Vandross, Kenny Loggins, and countless others. He’s also credited as creating the celebrity chef, which revolutionized the food industry and turned the culinary arts into the multi-billion-dollar industry it is today. His clients also included culinary legends, Wolfgang Puck, Emeril Lagasse, Nobu, Daniel Boulud, and many more. In addition to the impact, he’s had on the music, film and food industries, he’s also highly regarded for his philanthropic endeavors. Shep was named one of the 100 most influential people in Rolling Stone magazine. He was the subject of Mike Myers 2013 documentary - Supermensch The Legend of Shep Gordon. His book - They Call Me Supermensch A Backstage Pass To The Amazing World Of Film, Food, and Rock ’N’ Roll was released in September of 2016.
PLEASE WELCOME AMERICAN TALENT MANAGER,HOLLYWOOD FILM AGENT, AND PRODUCER SUPERMENSCH SHEP GORDON TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS …
VERY SPECIAL THANKS TO KANZA FOR SETTING UP THIS INTERVIEW WITH SHEP GORDON TODAY.
PURCHASE
They Call Me Supermensch
A Backstage Pass to the Amazing Worlds
of Film, Food, and Rock'n'Roll
available at amazon.com
An eye-popping peek into entertainment industry from the magnetic force who has worked with an impeccable roster of stars throughout his storied career.
In the course of his legendary career as a manager, agent, and producer, Shep Gordon has worked with, and befriended, some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry, from Alice Cooper to Bette Davis, Raquel Welch to Groucho Marx, Blondie to Jimi Hendrix, Sylvester Stallone to Salvador Dali, Luther Vandross to Teddy Pendergrass. He is also credited with inventing the "celebrity chef," and has worked with Nobu Matsuhisa, Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Roger Vergé, and many others, including his holiness the Dalai Lama.
In this wonderfully engaging memoir, the charismatic entertainment legend recalls his life, from his humble beginnings as a "shy, no self-esteem, Jewish nebbisher kid with no ambition" in Oceanside, Long Island, to his unexpected rise as one of the most influential and respected personalities in show business, revered for his kindness, charisma—and fondness for a good time.
ALSO
Supermensch:
The Legend of Shep Gordon
The Award-Winning Documentary
Meet the man who invented SEX, DRUGS, and ROCK ‘N ROLL. Shep Gordon is the ultimate Hollywood insider who spent his life making other people famous. In his directorial debut Mike Myers returns the favor by shining a light on this living legend.
Available on amazon and YouTube
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT SHEP GORDON
VISIT
https://www.shepgordon.com/
Official website
https://www.shepgordon.com/
Twitter
https://www.instagram.com/supermenschshep/?hl=en
Instagram
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ART ROCK/POST PROG GROUP ‘DAYS BETWEEN STATIONS’ RELEASING NEW ALBUM ‘PERPETUAL MOTION MACHINES’
ZOOM EXCLUSIVE WITH OSCAR FUENTES BILLS & SEPAND SAMZADEH MUSIC VIDEO “SEEDS” OUT NOW!
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.
Days Between Stations are releasing their fourth album, “Perpetual Motion Machines (Music For A Film),” on November 29. Recently released is the music video “Seeds.”
The music video for “Seeds” features artist Jean-Paul Bourdier BOO DWA at work, altering landscapes, coloring bodies, marking up film frames, playing with manufactured items to see how they influence visuals.
“Perpetual Motion Machines (Music For Film)” is the result of DBS founding members keyboardist Oscar Fuentes Bills and guitarist Sepand Samzadeh working on the music for a documentary film about Jean-Paul Bourdier, himself, in the mid-2010s. As the music reached completion, the group was offered the opportunity to release their music as a “proper” album. Sepand says, “Jean Paul’s artwork was our muse, and we scored the music to pictures and to existing films.”
Pink Floyd backup vocalist Durga McBroom sings on “Being,” which will be released as a video. The album is dedicated to the memory of "Big" Bill Kaylor who engineered early sessions of “Perpetual Motion Machines” and worked on the group’s second album, “In Extremis.”
The band has a history of music in films-dating back to “Radio Song” (from the debut album) licensed in the independent film “Young, Single & Angry” in 2006 and then in 2023 in “Paul & Trisha: The Art of Fluidity,” now featured on Apple Movies.
PLEASE WELCOME SEPAND SAMZADEH AND OSCAR FUENTES BILLS OF ART-ROCK/POST-PROG GROUP/ DAYS BETWEEN STATIONS TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS …
PREORDER
THE NEW ALBUM
BY
DAYS BETWEEN STATIONS
entitled
PERPETUAL MOTION MACHINES
(MUSIC FOR A FILM)
Album official release date Nov. 29th
first music video “Seeds” is out now!
Pre-Order CD or vinyl at
www.daysbetweenstations.com/product-category/perpetual-motion-machines/
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT
DAYS BETWEEN STATIONS
VISIT
https://www.daysbetweenstations.com/
Official website
https://www.facebook.com/DaysBetweenStations
Facebook
https://www.youtube.com/user/DBSMusicOfficial
YouTube
https://www.instagram.com/daysbetweenstationsband/
Instagram
https://daysbetweenstations.bandcamp.com/
Bandcamp
DISCOGRAPHY
2007: Days Between Stations
2013: In Extremis
2020: Giants
2024: Perpetual Motion Machines
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PROG ROCK GROUP ‘NINE STONES CLOSE’ RELEASING NEW ALBUM ‘ADVENTURES IN ANHEDONIA’ EXCLUSIVE ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT WITH BAND LEADER ADRIAN JONES
LIVE FROM SWITZERLAND ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS WITH RAY SHASHO
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.
International Progressive Rock band Nine Stones Close, with members from the UK, Ireland, Switzerland and the Netherlands, will release their second album of the year, “Adventures in Anhedonia,” on November 07, 2024, via FREIA Music. This new release follows “Diurnal,” which garnered critical acclaim upon its release in June.
“Adventures in Anhedonia” is a deeply personal album, lyrically reflecting on the mental health and well-being of individuals, based on the personal experiences and traumas of guitarist Adrian Jones. Adrian shares: “It really reflects what’s been happening to me over the past years, the effect it’s had on me, and how I have tried to deal with some of it.”
Musically, the album takes a distinct direction from “Diurnal,” capturing the emotional weight of the lyrical themes while still maintaining the signature Nine Stones Close sound.
The band has also revealed the album’s cover artwork, another stunning piece by long-time visual collaborator Antonios Seijas.
PLEASE WELCOME ADRIAN JONES OF PROG ROCK GROUP NINE STONES CLOSE TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS …
PREORDER
THE BRAND-NEW ALBUM
BY
NINE STONES CLOSE
entitled
Adventures in Anhedonia
Officially release date November 07th
Pre-orders for the album are open at https://9stonesclose.com/shop/
and digital at https://ninestonesclose.bandcamp.com/.../adventures-in
ALSO
PURCHASE
DIURNAL
BY NINE STONES CLOSE
available at amazon.com
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT
NINE STONES CLOSE
VISIT
https://9stonesclose.com/
Official website
https://www.facebook.com/ninestonescloseband/
Facebook
https://www.instagram.com/ninestonesclosemusic/
Instagram
https://ninestonesclose.bandcamp.com/
Bandcamp
https://www.youtube.com/@ninestonesclose/featured
YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@ninestonesclose/featured
Twitter
NINE STONES CLOSE
DISCOGRAPHY
2008 : St Lo4
2010 : Traces
2011 Falling to Pieces EP
2012 : One Eye on the Sunrise
2015 : Leaves
2024 Diurnal
2024 Adventures in Anhedonia
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NEAL MORSE & THE RESONANCE ANNOUNCE NEW RELEASE ‘NO HILL FOR A CLIMBER'
AND LAUNCH FIRST SINGLE “ALL THE RAGE’ EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL EVENT ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS WITH RAY SHASHO!
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.
Neal Morse is an American singer, musician and composer based in Nashville, Tennessee. In 1992, he formed the progressive rock band Spock's Beard with his brother Alan, he joined Dream Theater's co-founder and then drummer Mike Portnoy, formed the super-group Transatlantic. In 2002, Neal Morse became a born-again Christian, left Spock's Beard and began a Christian rock solo career, releasing many progressive rocks concept albums about his new religious faith, He continued to play with Transatlantic and formed three new bands with Portnoy, Yellow Matter Custard, Flying Colors and The Neal Morse Band. One of his most recent projects included two critically acclaimed solo releases with D'Virgilio, Morse & Jennings.
Throughout his long career, Neal Morse has often been a musical collaborator, usually with some of the greatest prog musicians across the world. This time, Morse has brought that collaborative spirit closer to home. The new album by Neal Morse & The Resonance – entitled ‘No Hill for A Climber’ will be released November 8th, 2024, and the title is taken from a resonant line in Barbara Kingsolver’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel Demon Copperhead.
PLEASE WELCOME AMERICAN SINGER,SONGWRITER,MULTI-INSTRUMENTALIST NEAL MORSE TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS …
PREORDER
NO HILL FOR A CLIMBER
BY
NEAL MORSE
AND THE RESONANCE
OFFICALLY REALEASED NOVEMBER 8TH
Pre-order now here: https://nealmorse.lnk.to/NoHillForAClimber
To coincide with the announcement, the track ‘All The Rage’ has been launched with a brand new video. Watch it now here:
https://youtu.be/BSXjvdHqADk?si=F_0g0Inzs48UoJvy
“Awesome album! I can safely say this will be a fave of the year for me!” – Mike Portnoy
Faithful to any Neal Morse prog album, ‘No Hill For A Climber’ features two epics (the 28 minute ‘No Hill For A Climber’ and ‘Eternity In Your Eyes’, which clocks in at 22 minutes) as well as three shorter songs: ‘Ever Interceding’, ‘All The Rage’ and ‘Thief’. The latter, Morse admits, is his current favorite: “It’s so different… it’s in all these different sections, and I’m really happy with the way each part has come out. It’s pretty crazy. There’s even a really cool King Crimson-style instrumental bit in the middle that Chris Riley originally came up with at the Radiant School a couple of years ago.”
For all of these reasons, Morse believes that the whole album is unique, but notes that “if I was going to compare its structure to an album I've done in the past, it might be along the lines of ‘Bridge Across Forever’ or Spock's Beard’s ‘V’; it’s not that it sounds at all like those albums, it’s just structurally similar. It has voices and playing styles and soundscapes that many people will have never heard before! Everyone you work with changes you a little bit, so even sound a little different on this one, but I hope that everyone will love it!”
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT
NEAL MORSE
& RADIANT RECORDS
VISIT
https://nealmorse.com/
Official website
https://nealmorse.com/morsefest-2024-2025/
Morsefest official website
https://www.facebook.com/nealmorse/
Facebook
https://x.com/nealmorse
Twitter
https://www.instagram.com/neal_morse_official
Instagram
https://www.youtube.com/user/NealMorseMusic/featured
YouTube
TOUR DATES
Moresefest
November 8, 2024 - November 9, 2024
White House, TN
Morsefest 2024 USA @ New Life Fellowship
November 15, 2024 - November 16, 2024
Zoetermeer, The Netherlands
Morsefest 2024 EU @ De Boerderij
January 17, 2025 - January 18, 2025
Brentwood, London, UK
Morsefest 2025 UK @ Trinity Church
NEAL MORSE
Discography
With Spock's Beard
Main article: Spock's Beard § Discography
The Light (1995)
Beware of Darkness (1996)
The Kindness of Strangers (1998)
Day for Night (1999)
V (2000)
Snow (2002)
Singer-songwriter albums
Neal Morse (1999)
It's Not Too Late (2002)
Songs from the Highway (2007)
Songs from November (2014)
Life & Times (2018)
Late Bloomer (2024)
Neal Morse & The Resonance
No Hill for a Climber (2024)
Prog albums
Testimony (2003)
One (2004)
? (2005)
Sola Scriptura (2007)
Lifeline (2008)
Testimony 2 (2011)
Momentum (2012)
Jesus Christ the Exorcist (2019)
Sola Gratia (2020)
The Dreamer: Joseph, Part One (2023)
The Restoration: Joseph, Part Two (2024)
Worship albums
Lead Me Lord (Worship Sessions Volume 1) (2005)
God Won't Give Up (2005)
Send the Fire (Worship Sessions Volume 2) (2006)
Secret Place (Worship Sessions Volume 3) (2008)
The River (Worship Sessions Volume 4) (2009)
Mighty to Save (Worship Sessions Volume 5) (2010)
Get in the Boat (2013)
To God Be the Glory (2016)
Last Minute Christmas Album (2020)
With Transatlantic
Main article: Transatlantic (band) § Discography
SMPT:e (2000)
Bridge Across Forever (2001)
The Whirlwind (2009)
Kaleidoscope (2014)
The Absolute Universe (2021)
With Flying Colors
Main article: Flying Colors (band) § Discography
Flying Colors (2012)
Second Nature (2014)
Third Degree (2019)
With The Neal Morse Band
The Grand Experiment (2015)
The Similitude of a Dream (2016)
The Great Adventure (2019)
Innocence & Danger (2021)
With Morse, Portnoy & George
Cover to Cover (2006)
Cover 2 Cover (2012)
Cov3r to Cov3r (2020)
With D'Virgilio, Morse & Jennings
Troika (2022)
Sophomore (2023)
Live albums
? Live (2007)
So Many Roads: Live in Europe (2009)
Testimony 2: Live in Los Angeles (2011)
Live Momentum (2013)
Morsefest 2014: Testimony and One LIVE (2015)
Morsefest 2015: ? and Sola Scriptura LIVE (2017)
Live at the Downey Theater 2008 (2019)
Winter Worship Tour 2012 (2019)
Cal Prog 2004 (2019)
Testimony Live 2003 (2019)
3 Rivers Prog Festival 2008 (2019)
Jesus Christ: The Exorcist - Live at Morsefest 2018 (2020)
Life & Times in Milan - June 8th, 2016 (2021)
With The Neal Morse Band
Alive Again (2016)
The Similitude of a Dream: Live in Tilburg 2017 (2018)
Morsefest 2017: Testimony of a Dream (2018)
The Great AdvenTour: Live in Brno 2019 (2020)
Morsefest 2019 (2021)
Morsefest 2021 (2022)
Morsefest 2020 (2023)
An Evening Of Innocence & Danger: Live in Hamburg (2023)
With Spock's Beard
Official Live Bootleg/The Beard is Out There (1996)
Live at the Whisky and NEARfest (1999)
Nick 'n Neal live in Europe – Two Separate Gorillas (2000)
Don't Try This at Home (2000)
Don't Try This @ Home Either (2000)
There & Here (2001)
Europe '98 (2010)
Snow Live (2017)
Offenbach 1-Nov-98 (2019)
Live at the Astoria - Jun 16, 2001 (2021)
With Transatlantic
Live in America (2001)
Live in Europe (2003)
Whirld Tour 2010: Live in London (2010)
More Never is Enough: Live @ Manchester & Tilburg 2010 (2011)
KaLIVEoscope (2014)
The Final Flight: Live At L'Olympia (2023)
With Yellow Matter Custard
Main article: Yellow Matter Custard § Discography
One Night in New York City (2003)
One More Night in New York City (2011)
With Flying Colors
Live in Europe (2013)
Second Flight: Live at the Z7 (2015)
Third Stage: Live in London (2020)
Morsefest 2019 (2021)
Compilations and rarities
Merry Christmas from the Morse Family (2000)
The Transatlantic Demos (2003)
Sing It High: A Collection of Singles (2007)
One Demos (2007)
Neal's Mystery Box (2019)
Advent Calendar 2019 (2019)
Inner Circle Sampler (2020)
Hope and a Future (2020)
Testimony Demos (2020)
Question Mark Demos (2020)
Sola Scriptura Demos (2020)
With Spock's Beard
From the Vault (1997)
The First Twenty Years (2015)
The Demos 1995-2000 (2020)
With Transatlantic
SMPT:e - As Mixed By Roine Stolt 1999 (2003)
With The Prog World Orchestra
A Proggy Christmas (2012)
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REVERED AMERICAN GUITARIST/SINGER/SONGWRITER/JOHN WESLEY ON TOUR WITH ALT ROCK BAND VERTICAL HORIZON:
EXCLUSIVE ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS WITH RAY SHASHO!
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.
John Wesley has built a long and varied career as a songwriter, “sideman” guitarist, and recording artist. His music has been called lyrically sensitive and musically dynamic. His songwriting style incorporates emotionally charged vocals that evoke the honesty and intimacy of Roger Waters and Patty Griffin coupled with a melodic yet intricate guitar style reminiscent of David Gilmour, Alex Lifeson, Jeff Beck, and Warren Haynes.
Wesley’s guitar-driven acoustic and electric songs represent the cultivation of many inspirations — alternative, progressive, art, and classic rock genres intertwined with poignant lyrics drawn from the poetry of the common man. What really appeals to Wesley’s fans worldwide is a spark of sincerity and sensitivity so oft absent in today’s mainstream music
In 2021, Wesley began touring as a guitarist and backing vocalist for alternative rock band from D.C. Vertical Horizon.
PLEASE WELCOME REVERED AMERICAN GUITARIST, SINGER, SONGWRITER THE JOURNEYMAN GUITARIST JOHN WESLEY TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS…
PURCHASE
THESE TWO INCREDIBLE ALBUMS
BY
JOHN WESLEY
A WAY YOU’LL NEVER BE
AND
DISCONNECT
available at amazon.com
ALSO
THE LATEST RELEASE
BY
VERTICAL HORIZON
entitled
THE LOST MILE
amazom.com
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT
JOHN WESLEY
VISIT
https://www.john-wesley.com/
Official website
https://www.facebook.com/johnwesleyofficial
Facebook
https://www.instagram.com/johnwesleymusic
Instagram
https://x.com/johnwesleymusic
Twitter
https://x.com/johnwesleymusic
Twitter
https://www.verticalhorizon.com/
Vertical Horizon official website
https://www.facebook.com/officialverticalhorizon/
Facebook
https://www.instagram.com/officialverticalhorizon/
Instagram
https://x.com/VerticalHorizon
Twitter
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBMoHtYNfZkQ0x5nc3NNwMg
YouTube
VERTICAL HORIZON
TOUR 2024
Upcoming Dates
Fri, SEP 20 Thunder Valley Rally
Cottonwood, AZ
Sat, SEP 21 Haute Spot
Cedar Park, TX
Sat, OCT 5 MusicFest El Dorado
El Dorado, AR
Fri, OCT 18 Des Plaines Theatre
Des Plaines, IL
Sat, OCT 19 Homer Stryker Field - Donut & Beer Festival
Kalamazoo, MI
Sun, OCT 20 Flagstar Strand Theatre
Pontiac, MI
Tue, OCT 22 City Winery
Pittsburgh, PA
Wed, OCT 23 Weinberg Center For the Arts
Frederick, MD
Fri, OCT 25 Wolf Den at Mohegan Sun
Uncasville, CT
Sat, OCT 26 Sunfest
Ocean City, MD
Wed, NOV 6 Ardmore Music Hall
Ardmore, PA
Thu, NOV 7 Racket NYC
New York, NY
Fri, NOV 8 Blue Ocean Music Hall
Salisbury, MA
Sat, NOV 9 AURA
Portland, ME
Sun, NOV 10 Empire Live
Albany, NY
Tue, NOV 12 WORKPLAY Theatre
Birmingham, AL
Wed, NOV 13 City Winery
Atlanta, GA
Thu, NOV 14 The Ramkat
Winston-Salem, NC
JOHN WESLEY
Discography
Studio albums
1994 – Under the Red and White Sky
1995 – The Closing of the Pale Blue Eyes [EP]
1998 – The Emperor Falls
2002 – Chasing Monsters
2005 – Shiver
2011 – The Lilypad Suite [EP]
2014 – Disconnect
2016 – A Way You'll Never Be
Studio albums with other artists
With Mike Tramp: Songs I Left Behind: (Guitar on "What If I", "Falling Down"), This & That (But A Whole Lot More): (Guitar on "Wait Not For Me")
With Fish: Fellini Days: (co-writing and recording credits)
With Porcupine Tree (recording credits): In Absentia, Fear of a Blank Planet, The Incident
With Ruud Jolie: For All We Know (lead guitar on "I Lost Myself Today")
With ÚMÆ:Lost in the View: (lead vocals on "Turn Back Time", "Echo", "Running Away")[13]
Compilation
2004 – John Wesley: TEN
Singles
1994 – The Last Light
1995 – Into the Night
1995 – Domino
2003 – Fly Boy
Live releases
1998 – Waiting for the Sun to Shine in Paris
1998 – Wesfest 98
1999 – Starting the Engine II
1999 – WesFest 1999
2000 – The John Wesley Bachelor Party Tour
2002 – The Chicago and Frisco Bootlegs
2006 – Live at Katie Fitzgerald's
2009 – Oxford
2010 – Live at the L'Olympia
2013 – Live at Morrisound 30th Anniversary Show
Vertical Horizon
Discography
Studio albums
There and Back Again (1992)
Running on Ice (1995)
Everything You Want (1999)
Go (2003)
Burning the Days (2009)
Echoes from the Underground (2013)
The Lost Mile (2018)
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IN CELEBRATION OF THE 55TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE GROUND-BREAKING HIT “I’M YOUR CAPTAIN (CLOSER TO HOME)”
NEW ALBUM ‘CLOSER TO MY HOME’
OFFICIALLY RELEASES NOVEMBER 8TH
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH LEGENDARY GRAND FUNK RAILROAD CAPTAIN MARK FARNER
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.
“Closer to My Home” is the long-awaited, new album from legendary guitarist and singer/songwriter Mark Farner. Bridging past and present, the grit of industry and the calloused hard work of a rural man, “Closer to My Home” champions Farner’s multi-faceted artistry. Celebrating the 55th anniversary of the iconic hit “(I’m Your Captain) Closer to My Home” the album is highlighted with a re-record, finding Farner in exactly the same form as 1970. Mark says …“These songs are honest and from my heart,” “The collaboration with Jim (Peterik) and Mark (Slaughter) came from a place of trust and that makes the whole experience so much more rewarding as songwriters. The audience can feel that, and these songs reflect those very human moments that you can’t find creating a song from a computer.”
PLEASE WELCOME LEGENDARY SINGER,SONGWRITER,GUITARIST,KEYBOARDIST, FORMER MEMBER OF GRAND FUNK RAIROAD AND CURRENT MEMBER OF MARK FARNER’S AMERICAN BAND… BROTHER MARK FARNER TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS …
PREORDER
‘CLOSER TO MY HOME’
BY
MARK FARNER
at https://markfarner.com/shop-2/
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT
MARK FARNER
VISIT
https://markfarner.com/
Mark Farner’s American Band
Official website
https://markfarner.com/farner-chords/
Farner Chords
https://www.facebook.com/MarkFarnerAmericanBand/
Facebook
https://www.instagram.com/markfarners_americanband/
Instagram
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/mark-farner/2776173
Apple
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6EIXFRkQvNMjdmgoBz2Gb7
Spotify
https://www.amazon.com/music/player/artists/B000QJTLVO?isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
Ama https://www.pandora.com/artist/mark-farner/ARz6Xx3PxbPdj9czon
Pandora
MARK FARNER’S AMERICAN BAND
Upcoming concerts
Oct.24th 2024
Robins Theatre
Warren, OH
Dec.05th 2024
The Ridgefield Playhouse
Ridgefield,CT
March 15th-22nd 2025
70's Rock & Romance Cruise 2025
Fort Lauderdale, Fl
MARK FARNER
DISCOGRAPHY
Studio albums
Mark Farner, 1977
No Frills, 1978
Just Another Injustice, 1988
Wake Up..., 1989
Some Kind of Wonderful, 1991
For the People, 2006
Closer to Home (2024)
Mark Farner’s American Band
From Chile with Love
Live DVD
with Grand Funk Railroad
On Time (1969)
Grand Funk (1969)
Closer to Home (1970)
Live Album (1970)
Survival (1971)
E Pluribus Funk (1971)
Phoenix (1972)
We're an American Band (1973)
Shinin' On (1974)
All the Girls in the World Beware!!! (1974)
Caught in the Act (1975)
Born to Die (1976)
Good Singin', Good Playin' (1976)
Grand Funk Lives (1981)
What's Funk? (1983)
Bosnia (1997)
Other releases
Closer to Home, 1992 (best-of)
Heirlooms: The Complete Atlantic Sessions, 2000 (re-release of Farner's two first studio albums)
Red White and Blue Forever, 2002 (mini-album)
Live!! N'rG, 2003
Mark Farner the Rock Patriot, March 9, 2003, Live Extended Versions
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DUTCH PROG ROCK GROUP DILEMMA RELEASE NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO “THUNDER” FROM FORTHCOMING THIRD ALBUM ‘THE PURPOSE PARADOX’:
ZOOM EXCLUSIVE WITH DRUMMER COLLIN LEIJENAAR ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS LIVE FROM THE NETHERLANDS.
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.
BIO: At the end of this summer, on September 20, modern progressive rock band DILEMMA presents its third full length album, ‘The Purpose Paradox’. This concept album, spanning over 60 minutes, will be released on CD, double LP and via all streaming platforms, and distributed internationally by Butler Records, a division of V2 Records.
It features 9 brand new tracks ranging in length from 4 to nearly 16 minutes. The sound showcases a broader side of DILEMMA — louder, faster, more technical, more progressive. With new frontman Jermain van der Bogt (Wudstik), the vocals have become rawer and more varied. Almost six years after the previous record ‘Random Acts of Liberation’ the band sounds reborn.
Like its predecessor, ‘The Purpose Paradox’ was produced by drummer Collin Leijenaar, who, together with the famed music wizard Rich Mouser (The Mouse House, LA), was also responsible for the mix and mastering. Thanks to their unmatched ears, the result is an audio experience that DILEMMA has worked on with great pride over the past years.
Collin made a name in the progressive rock scene by becoming the drummer, bandleader and tour manager in the European live band of Neal Morse (Transatlantic/Flying Colors) where he subbed for Mike Portnoy (Transatlantic/Flying Colors/ex-Dream Theater).
But he is not only a musician but also a successful entrepreneur.
His main company is Novae (NO VEE) Popschool, a modern music school which is operating in The Netherlands. To date his music school has grown into an organization with over 500+ students and a team of 35 teachers, staff members and volunteers and has several locations across cities in The Netherlands.
PLEASE WELCOME THE DRUMMER/PRODUCER/ENGINEER/ FOR DUTCH PROGRESSIVE ROCK BAND DILEMMA COLLIN LEIJENAAR TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS…
PREORDER
THE PURPOSE PARADOX
BY
DILEMMA
"The Purpose Paradox" is our third studio album, and it's our most ambitious work yet. This album tells the story of Neon, a man navigating the complexities of life and searching for deeper meaning. Guided by a mysterious voice named Electra, Neon's journey is one of resilience, hope, and self-discovery.
Pre-order the album here: https://shop.dilemma.band/
September 20, 2024, because that's the day we unleash this new chapter in our musical journey.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT
DILEMMA
VISIT
https://dilemma.band/
Official website
https://www.facebook.com/WeAreDilemma/
Facebook
https://www.instagram.com/dilemma.band/
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/dilemma.band/
Twitter
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAyxQjtGSrOrYJ5afcOGLOQ
YouTube
Collin Leijenaar links
https://collinleijenaar.com/
Collin Leijenaar official website
https://www.facebook.com/Collinleijenaar
Facebook
https://www.instagram.com/collinleijenaar/
Instagram
https://nl.linkedin.com/in/collinleijenaar
Twitter
https://www.youtube.com/collinleijenaar
YouTube
DILEMMA
UPCOMING SHOWS 2024
Fri, OCT 11
De Boerderij
Zoetermeer, Netherlands
Sun, NOV 24
Dilemma - aftershow Dream Theater - 40th Anniversary Tour
Amsterdam, Netherlands
With Dream Theater
DILEMMA
DISCOGRAPHY
Studio albums
Imbroccata (1995)
Random Acts of Liberation (2018)
The Purpose Paradox (2024)
COLLIN LEIJENAAR
DISCOGRAPHY
with Affector
2012 - Armageddon
with Neal Morse
2005 - Live in Berlin (live)
2006 - The Europe Winter 2006 Church Tour DVD
2006 - Question Mark & Beyond - Tour of Europe 2006 DVD (live DVD)
2006 - Live at the Kings Center DVD
2007 - Sing It High
2007 - ? Live (live)
2007 - Encores and New Songs
2008 - Sola Scriptura & Beyond (DVD)
2008 - Sola Scriptura Live (live CD)
2008 - Lifeline
2009 - So Many Roads: Live in Europe (live 3CD)
with Jessica Koomen
2007 – "Can't Take That Away From Me"
2009 - "I Wish You Love" (live DVD)
with The B-Band
1995 - Everybody Feels
1996 - Break The Chain
1996 - Immortal Emotion
1997 - One Way Out Of Hell
1998 - Try Me
with Life@Opwekking
1998 - Let's Worship the Awesome God
1999 - Heart of Worship
2000 - Time to Worship
2002 - Here I Am
2003 - Secrets
2004 - Words
2005 - Friend of God
2006 - Free
2007 - Mystery
with other artists
1996 - Cross The Edge - It's Time For War!
1997 - Recabite - Thanks Be To God
1998 - Andy Pratt - Forgiving Spirit
1998 - United - United
2000 - Elisa Krijgsman Bluesfriends - Blue Eyed Woman
2001 - Boom Aid - Now Or Never
2001 - Kaja - TMF Cafe Unplugged (live)
2002 - Kaja - Use
2002 - Rivelino - Pull Yourself Together
2003 - Reni & Elisa Krijgsman - Together
2003 - Come2Worship - I Bow Down
2004 - Collide - Love
2005 - Wilco van Esschoten - Airbike
2006 - Matthijn Buwalda - Storm before the silence
2006 - Martin Brand - Unprecedented
2012 - Zylver - From Far Away
2014 - Jordan Rudess - Explorations
2014 - Dave Bainbridge - Celestial fire
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JON ANDERSON AND THE BAND GEEKS RELEASE NEW ALBUM ENTITLED ‘TRUE’
AND TOURING “YES EPICS, CLASSICS, AND MORE”
ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT WITH ‘YES’ LEGENDARY SINGER JON ANDERSON!
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho
After months of anticipation, the debut album from Jon Anderson and The Band Geeks, “TRUE”, has been released. The nine-song album, produced by Jon and Richie Castellano, is the album YES fans worldwide have been waiting for since Jon’s departure from the band in 2008. The album’s centerpieces are two epic tracks, the 16 and a half minute “Once Upon a Dream” and the nearly 10 minute “Counties and Countries”. To celebrate the release, a video for “Counties and Countries” recently premiered.
The video was created by Jon’s long-time videographer Michael Byrne.
PLEASE WELCOME LEGENDARY SINGER… SONGWRITER... MUSICIAN… MOST RECOGNIZED AS THE VOICE OF ‘YES’ JON ANDERSON TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS …
PURCHASE
The new album
by
JON ANDERSON
AND THE BAND GEEKS
entitled
‘T R U E’
Available at
https://ffm.to/jonandersontrue
and amazon.com
"TRUE the new album by Jon Anderson and the Band Geeks exceeds expectations.
I consider it the best album of the year. Poetic songwriting, extraordinary musicians, Classic Yes demeanor and vocalizations.
Every track is a triumph, a genuine Progressive Rock masterpiece!"
5 stars
…By music journalist Ray Shasho
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT
JON ANDERSON
AND THE BAND GEEKS
VISIT
https://jonanderson.com/
Official website
https://www.facebook.com/TheJonAnderson/
Facebook
https://www.instagram.com/jonandersonmusic/
Instagram
Twitter - @JonYesEpic
Twitter
TikTok - @JonAndersonYESEpic
TikTok
YouTube - Jon Anderson YES Epics & Classics - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIvSkw_3SAs1Yy2Ro68GzLw
https://richiecastellano.com/bandgeek/
Band Geek official website:
JON ANDERSON & THE BAND GEEKS
THE TOUR 2024
Jon and The Band Geeks commence leg 3 of their summer tour September 11 in Beverly, Mass.
All remaining dates are below:
9/11/2024 - Beverly MA - Cabot Theatre
9/13/2024 - Glenside PA - Keswick Theatre
9/15/2024 - Glenside PA - Keswick Theatre
9/19/2024 - Portchester NY - Capitol Theatre
9/21/2024 - Montclair NJ - Wellmont Theatre
9/27/2024 - Staten Island NY - St George Theatre
*w/Special Guests The Return of Emerson, Lake & Palmer
DISCOGRAPHY
JON ANDERSON
SOLO
Olias of Sunhillow (1976)
Song of Seven (1980)
Animation (1982)
3 Ships (1985)
In the City of Angels (1988)
Deseo (1994)
Change We Must (1994)
Angels Embrace (1995)
Toltec (1996)
Lost Tapes of Opio (1996)
The Promise Ring (1997)
Earth Mother Earth (1997)
The More You Know (1998)
Survival & Other Stories (2011)
1000 Hands: Chapter One (2019)
True (forthcoming, August 2024)
Pre Yes
The Warriors
- Singles :
1964 : "You Came Along" / "Don't Make Me Blue" (7", Single)
- Album :
2003 : Bolton Club 65 - Recorded live in 1965 and published on CD in 2003 on Voiceprint Label.
Yes
Yes (1969)
Time and a Word (1970)
The Yes Album (1971)
Fragile (1971)
Close to the Edge (1972)
Yessongs (1973) (triple live album)
Tales from Topographic Oceans (1973) (double studio album)
Relayer (1974)
Yesterdays (1975) (studio compilation including rare cuts)
Going for the One (1977)
Tormato (1978)
Yesshows (1980) (double live album, originally intended as triple)
Classic Yes (1980) (studio compilation with two bonus unreleased live cuts)
90125 (1983)
9012Live: The Solos (1985) (live)
Big Generator (1987)
Union (1991)
Yesyears (1991) (quadruple CD compilation box set including rare and unreleased tracks)
Talk (1994)
Keys to Ascension (1996) (studio & live double CD album)
Keys to Ascension 2 (1997) (studio & live double CD album)
Something's Coming: The BBC Recordings 1969–1970 (1997; a.k.a. Astral Traveller)
Open Your Eyes (1997)
Yes, Friends and Relatives (1998) (double CD album compilation including remake of Owner of a Lonely Heart)
The Ladder (1999)
House of Yes: Live from House of Blues (2000) (double CD live album)
Magnification (2001)
In a Word: Yes (1969–) (2002) (quintuple CD compilation box set including rare and unreleased tracks)
The Ultimate Yes: 35th Anniversary Collection (2004) (U.S. triple CD album edition including unreleased acoustic versions)
The Word Is Live (2005) (triple CD live album)
Live at Montreux 2003 (2007) (double CD live album)
Union Live (2011) (double CD live album)
Progeny: Seven Shows from Seventy-Two (2015) (14-CD live box set)
Jon and Vangelis
Studio albums
Short Stories (1980)
The Friends of Mr Cairo (1981)
Private Collection (1983)
Page of Life (1991)
Page of Life (1998) (Alternate version not approved by Vangelis)
Compilations
The Best of Jon and Vangelis (1984)
Chronicles (1994)
Anderson, Harley & Batt
Whatever You Believe (1988) (charity single)
Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe
Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe (1989)
In the Big Dream - A Video Compilation (1989) (video)
An Evening of Yes Music Plus (1993) (double live album, recorded in 1989)
An Evening of Yes Music Plus (1993) (video)
Live at the NEC (2012) (2CD + 1DVD live album, recorded in 1989)
Anderson/Wakeman
The Living Tree (2010)
The Living Tree in Concert Part One (2011) (CD live album)
Jon Anderson & Matt Malley
Family Circle (2014) (download only charity single)
Anderson-Ponty Band
Better Late Than Never (2015) (CD/DVD live album)
Jon Anderson & Roine Stolt
Invention of Knowledge (June 2016)[8][9]
Yes Featuring Jon Anderson, Trevor Rabin, Rick Wakeman
Live at the Apollo (2018) (2CD live album)
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Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.
Tina Cole has been a performer since she was old enough to walk and talk. She was brought up in the limelight of her famous parents: musician, Buddy Cole and Yvonne King of the singing King Sisters. Tina made her mark on the television world staring on the series Hawaiian eye at the age of 19 and continued to perform on television with her famous family, The King Family on ABC. Tina became a national sensation when she joined the cast of My Three Sons as Katie Douglas, and fans of the show fell in love with her. She received more fan mail than any other actor on all Fedderson produced shows at the time. Tina recently released her memoir entitled ‘My Three Lives’. As Tina takes you through her life's journey of both success and struggles, readers will walk away falling in love with her all over again.
PLEASE WELCOME AMERICAN ACTRESS, SINGER, AUTHOR, BEST-KNOWN AS KATIE DOUGLAS ON THE LEGENDARY SITCOM ‘MY THREE SONS’
TINA COLE TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS …
PURCHASE
TINA COLE’S MEMOIR
MY THREE LIVES
by Tina Cole (Author), Bob Mackie (Foreword)
Tina Cole has been a performer since she was old enough to walk and talk. She was brought up in the limelight of her famous parents: musician, Buddy Cole and Yvonne King of the singing King Sisters.
Tina made her mark on the television world starring on the series Hawaiian Eye at the age of 19 and continued to perform on television with her famous family, The King Family on ABC.
Tina became a national sensation when she joined the cast of “My Three Sons” as Katie Douglas and fans of the show fell In love with her.
Available at amazon.com
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT
TINA COLE
VISIT
https://www.facebook.com/OfficialTinaCole/
FACEBOOK
https://tinacolestore.wixsite.com/tinacole-store
Tina Cole Store
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BRUCE KULICK
'THE LOST INTERVIEWS'
with RAY SHASHO
EPISODE 17
INTERVIEWED JUNE 22ND 2015
Got to Get Back is the latest release by KKB, a 1974 power trio that featured lead guitarist Bruce Kulick, singer/bassist Mike Katz, and drummer Guy Bois. It’s a hard driving/progressive rock sound reminiscent to the styles of Cream, YES, and King Crimson. The band may have even become legendary if it hadn’t been for their lack of professional guidance. The title track …“Got to Get Back” is a brand new song. Kulick says … “I thought the way we could celebrate it the best after 40 years was actually to record a new song with the same guys, I gave Mike a riff that I thought was similar to the kind of progressive /metal trio style we did back in 1974 and he ran with it and turned into a terrific song.”
Got to Get Back by KKB is a timeless gem performed by three first-rate musicians. (5) Stars!
BRUCE KULICK was a veteran guitarist for “The Hottest Band In The World” … KISS! It was during the unmasking period for the legendary rockers who officially appeared in public without makeup in an appearance on MTV in 1983. Kulick would join KISS as their fourth lead guitarist in less than three years and holds title to the longest continuous tenure of anyone other than Simmons and Stanley (September 1984 to August 1996). Although Kulick never wore the band's iconic makeup, he says …“It keeps my era a little bit more unique and sacred in a sense and I’m there to waive the flag for it.”
Bruce Kulick played on (5) KISS studio albums … Asylum, Crazy Nights, Hot in the Shade, Revenge, Carnival of Souls: The Final Sessions. Kulick also appeared on Alive III and KISS Unplugged. The song "I Walk Alone" from Carnival of Souls: The Final Sessions is the only KISS track to feature Kulick as lead vocalist. To date, Kulick is featured on more than (20) KISS releases.
The ‘Farewell Tour’ featured original KISS members Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss. Frehley left the group after the tour but Kulick was not asked to return as their lead guitarist; instead Tommy Thayer became the new spaceman for KISS. Kulick did however continue to work with the band by contributing on several albums.
In 1997, Kulick formed ‘Union’ with lead vocalist/guitarist John Corabi (Mötley Crüe, Ratt), drummer Brent Fitz (Slash, Vince Neil), and bassist James Hunting (David Lee Roth, Eddie Money). ‘Union’ released (2) studio albums, two singles: "Old Man Wise" and "October Morning Wind," and a live album.
Since 2001, Bruce Kulick has been the lead guitarist for Grand Funk Railroad. The original band was a power trio that featured current band members Don Brewer and Mel Schacher.
I had the great please of chatting with Bruce Kulick recently about his latest release Got to Get Back with his first band KKB … Becoming a longtime guitarist with KISS … Playing with Grand Funk Railroad … Touring … Tommy Thayer … A new solo album? … The shock of being shot …My infamous ‘Field of Dreams’ question … and much-much more!
Here’s my interview with the monstrous guitar player for KKB, Meatloaf, Blackjack w/Michael Bolton, KISS, Union, and Grand Funk Railroad … BRUCE KULICK.
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PATRICK SIMMONS
'THE LOST INTERVIEWS'
with RAY SHASHO
Episode 16
Interviewed Tuesday, November 15, 2011
I had the opportunity to interview Doobie Brothers legendary guitarist and songwriter Patrick Simmons a few days before the 2011 Orlando Calling festival.
Pat Simmons was introduced to future Doobie Brothers bandmates Tom Johnston and John Hartman by Moby Grape’s Skip Spence in 1969 forming the foundation to what would eventually be one of the most esteemed classic rock bands in history.
Pat is usually identified as the Doobie Brother with the longest hair. His heartfelt vocal styles are significant to the band’s success. He’s an important musician with eclectic musical styles and tastes. Some of his many compositions with the band include the classic “Black Water” (which became their first number one hit) “South City Midnight Lady,” “Dependin’ On You,” “Dangerous,” “Echoes Of Love” and “Clear as the Driven Snow.” His on-stage presence is both surreal and overwhelming during his solo of “Jesus Is Just Alright.”
Here’s my interview with singer, songwriter, guitar virtuoso, and founding member of The Doobie Brothers … Patrick Simmons
Doobie Brothers official website http://www.doobiebros.com/
Patrick Simmons musical credits on allmusic.com http://www.allmusic.com/artist/patrick-simmons-p20546/credits
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BRITISH PROG ROCK GROUP ‘PURE REASON REVOLUTION’ ANNOUNCE THEIR NEW ALBUM ‘COMING UP TO CONSCIOUSNESS’ AND NEW SINGLE “DIG TILL YOU DIE” ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT WITH FOUNDER/SINGER/SONGWRITER/KEYBOARDIST/ JON COURTNEY ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.
PURE REASON REVOLUTION is a British Rock group formed at Westminster University in 2003. Trying to fit PRR into a specific genre would be a difficult task, which is one of their attractive qualities. The group is set to release their sixth studio album Coming Up To Consciousness via InsideOutMusic. Their new to-be-released album will be out on September 6th. The album feature’s themes of betrayal, deception, fear, grief, mortality, and questions of sanity. Legendary musician Guy Pratt, known for working with the likes of Pink Floyd played the bass guitar on seven of the eight tracks on Pure Reason Revolution’s new album. The band tells fans to expect more ambitious bass lines in Coming Up To Consciousness than they’ve heard in any previous Pure Reason Revolution albums.
The band was equally thrilled to work with multiple members of prog icon The Pineapple Thief; the record was mixed by Bruce Soord and mastered by Steve Kitch. Jon Courtney comments: “Spawned from the bereavement after my dog was put down, a numb & dry creative spell ensued, but after a meeting with my writer friend Craig Walker (Archive/Power of Dreams) & sharing how the last months had been, he urged me to get this experience down in lyrics & music. Suddenly the album flew out of me/us! In terms of the recording process, this album was probably the most enjoyable to make, with the various collaborations firing creativity.
PLEASE WELCOME British musician best known as a singer, guitarist, keyboard player and songwriter for the progressive rock band Pure Reason Revolution JON COURTNEY to Interviewing the Legends …
PREORDER
THE NEW ALBUM
BY
PURE REASON REVOLUTION
Entitled
‘COMING UP TO CONSCIOUSNESS’
Pre-order now here: https://purereasonrevolution.lnk.to/ComingUpToConsciousness
Progressive alternative rock band, Pure Reason Revolution is set to release their sixth studio album Coming Up To Consciousness via InsideOutMusic. Their new to-be-released album will be out on September 6th. The album feature’s themes of betrayal, deception, fear, grief, mortality, and questions of sanity.
The album will be available as a Limited CD+DVD Digipak (featuring 5.1 Surround Sound & High-Resolution Stereo Mixes), Standard CD Jewelcase, as well as a Gatefold ReVinyl LP (Recycled Vinyl), and digitally in both stereo and Dolby Atmos.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT
PURE REASON REVOLUTUON
VISIT
https://www.purereasonrevolutionofficial.com/
Official website
https://www.facebook.com/purereasonrevolution
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/purereasonrevolution
Twitter
https://www.instagram.com/purereasonrevolution_official/
Instagram
PURE REASON REVOLUTION
TOUR DATES
Confirmed first tour dates in support of the album, playing in Europe alongside Lesoir in September & October, starting at Be Prog! My Friend Festival in Barcelona.
27th September – Be Prog! My Friend, Barcelona, Spain*
29th September – Stummsche Reithalle, Neunkirchen, Germany
30th September – Backstage By The Mill, Paris, France
1st October – Colos-Saal, Aschaffenburg, Germany
3rd October – Cpunt, Hoofddorp, Netherlands
4th October – Progpower Europe, Baarlo, Netherlands*
5th October – 013, Tilburg, Netherlands
*No Lesoir
*The band will also make their first appearance on Cruise To The Edge in 2025
PURE REASON REVOLUTION
Discography
Studio albums
The Dark Third (2006)
Amor Vincit Omnia (2009)
Hammer and Anvil (2010)
Eupnea (2020)
Above Cirrus (2022)
Coming Up to Consciousness (2024)
Live albums
Live at NEARfest 2007 (2008)
Extended plays
Cautionary Tales for the Brave (2005)
Valour EP (2011)
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LEGENDARY GUITARIST STEVE CROPPER ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM ‘FRIENDLYTOWN’
FEATURING BILLY F GIBBONS … BRIAN MAY … TIM MONTANA … EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS!
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.
Not many people start new bands in their 80s, but legendary guitarist, producer, and songwriter Steve Cropper isn’t slowing down any time soon. The triple-threat musician, recently nominated for his first solo GRAMMY for the debut album from his tight and tuneful rock n’ soul quintet, Steve Cropper & The Midnight Hour, has announced details of his highly anticipated sophomore album, ‘Friendlytown,’ due out August 23rd on the Mascot Label Group.
Always pushing ahead and never repeating himself, Cropper has brought in the talents of Billy F Gibbons from ZZ Top to play on the record. The album also features guest appearances from Queen guitarist extraordinaire Brian May and country-rock singer-songwriter and guitarist Tim Montana, who has balanced a successful solo career with high-profile collaborations with Gibbons and Kid Rock.
In conjunction with the album announcement, Cropper has released the album's first single, “Too Much Stress feat. Brian May,” giving fans a tantalizing taste of the new music.
PLEASE WELCOME LEGENDARY GUITARIST/SONGWRITER/PRODUCER/ACTOR…THE COLONOL STEVE CROPPER TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS …
PREORDER
THE NEW ALBUM
BY
STEVE CROPPER
And The Midnight Hour
entitled
FRIENDLYTOWN
Available August 23rd Via Mascot Label Group
Featuring
Billy F Gibbons, Brian May and Tim Montana
First Single “Too Much Stress feat. Brian May” Available Now
Pre-order Friendlytown at
https://lnk.to/stevecropper
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT
STEVE CROPPER
VISIT
https://playitsteve.com/
Official website
https://www.facebook.com/stevecropper
Facebook
https://x.com/OfficialCropper?mx=2
Twitter
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Steve+Cropper
YouTube
https://www.instagram.com/thestevecropper/
Instagram
DISCOGRAPHY
1969: With a Little Help from My Friends
1969: Jammed Together (with Albert King and Pops Staples)
1971: This Is ... Steve Cropper & His Friends (compilation of With a Little Help from My Friends and Jammed Together, released in France only)
1981: Playin' My Thang
1982: Night After Night
1998: The Interview — Play It, Steve!
2008: Nudge It Up A Notch (with Felix Cavaliere)
2010: Midnight Flyer (with Felix Cavaliere)
2011: Dedicated — A Salute to the 5 Royales
2017: Steve Cropper, Lou Marini and the Original Blues Brothers Band — The Last Shade of Blue Before Black
2018: Telemasters (with Arlen Roth)
2021: Fire It Up
Steve Cropper & The Midnight Hour
2024: Friendlytown
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SYMPHONIC ROCK PIONEERS RENAISSANCE WILL PERFORM THEIR ‘IN GRATITUDE’ FAREWELL TOUR FALL 2024:
ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT WITH LEGENDARY SONGSTRESS ANNIE HASLAM ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS!
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.
Renaissance, the legendary symphonic rock band featuring Annie Haslam, will be back in the US playing select dates from October 17th through October 31st. This will mark 54 years since the formation of the band and its 16th consecutive year of touring since its reactivation in 2009.
Renaissance leader and vocalist Annie Haslam remarked that “We are very proud but sad to announce our ‘In Gratitude’ Farewell Tour. Where did the time go? Looking back over the years, I believe we have made history in the worlds of Progressive and Symphonic Rock.”
The upcoming shows will include stunning arrangements of “Ocean Gypsy,” “Northern Lights,” “Forever Changing,” “Mother Russia,” “Carpet of the Sun,” “Ashes are Burning” and other favorite classics. Ms. Haslam will be joined on stage by long-time musical associate Rave Tesar on piano, along with Mark Lambert on guitars/vocals, Geoffrey Langley on keyboards/vocals, Frank Pagano on drums, percussion/vocals, and John Galgano on bass.
Renaissance is a band with a rich history unique to themselves as progressive rock pioneers who rose from the ashes of the seminal UK rock band, The Yardbirds.
The band has toured throughout the world and has performed at Carnegie Hall with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra and at the Royal Albert Hall with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Royal Chorale Society. Renaissance had a top ten hit in the UK with their song “Northern Lights” that still demands airplay to this day.
PLEASE WELCOME THE LEGENDARY VOICE OF SYMPHONIC/PROG ROCK GROUP RENAISSANCE ANNIE HASLAM TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS …
PURCHASE
RENAISSANCE
THE LEGACY TOUR 2022
In celebration of Annie Haslam’s 75th year, Renaissance performed classic songs with the remarkable Renaissance Chamber Orchestra and music from Annie’s solo career.
Double live audio CD in fold-out digipack cover with 12-page booklet. Recorded at the Keswick Theatre Glenside PA USA on October 21 2022.
Personalized autograph by Annie Haslam.
Includes unlimited streaming of The Legacy Tour 2022 via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
Available at
https://renaissancetouring.bandcamp.com/album/the-legacy-tour-2022
Tracklist
1.Carpet Of The Sun 03:43
2. Black Flame 06:39
3. The Sisters 06:39
4. Ananda 04:26
5. The Captive Heart 04:46
6. Symphony Of Light 13:08
7. Blessing In Disguise 03:42
8. Celestine 04:41
9. Reaching Out 03:57
10. The Angels Cry 04:33
11. Day Of The Dreamer 10:07
12. Running Hard 10:26
ALSO
TUSCANY
(2024 Remaster)
By RENAISSANCE
Amazon.com
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT
ANNIE HASLAM
AND
RENAISSANCE
VISIT
www.renaissancetouring.com
Renaissance band official website
www.facebook.com/renaissancetouring
Renaissance band Facebook
www.twitter.com/MysticAndMuse
Renaissance Twitter
www.youtube.com/user/RenaissanceTouring
Renaissance YouTube
www.anniehaslam.com
Annie Haslam official website
www.facebook.com/anniehaslamart
Annie Haslam Facebook
www.ravetesar.com
Rave Tesar official website
Renaissance: In Gratitude Farewell Tour 2024
Thursday October 17, 2024 – NEW YORK CITY
The Town Hall
123 W 43rd St, New York, NY 10036
Friday October 18, 2024 – ALBANY, NY
Lewis A. Swyer Theatre at the Egg
Agency Building 1, S Mall Arterial, Albany, NY 12203
Saturday October 19, 2024 – Ridgefield, CT
The Ridgefield Playhouse
80 E Ridge Rd, Ridgefield, CT 06877
Sunday October 20, 2024 – Boston MA
City Winery Boston
80 Beverly St, Boston, MA 02114
Wednesday October 23, 2024 – Rochester, NY
The Theater at Innovation Square
131 Chestnut St, Rochester, NY 14604
Thursday October 24, 2024 – Homer, NY
Center for the Arts of Homer
72 S Main St, Homer, NY 13077
Friday October 25, 2024 – Newton, NJ
The Newton Theatre
234 Spring St, Newton, NJ 07860
Saturday October 26, 2024 – Lansdowne, PA
Lansdowne Theater
31 N Lansdowne Ave, Lansdowne, PA 19050
Tuesday October 29, 2024 - Edwardsville, IL
Wildey Theatre
252 N. Main St. Edwardsville IL 62025
Wednesday October 30, 2024 - Edwardsville, IL
Wildey Theatre
252 N. Main St. Edwardsville IL 62025
RENAISSANCE
Discography
Studio albums
Year Title
1969 Renaissance
1971 Illusion
1972 Prologue
1973 Ashes Are Burning
1974 Turn of the Cards
1975 Scheherazade and Other Stories
1977 Novella
1978 A Song for All Seasons
1979 Azure d'Or
1981 Camera Camera
1983 Time-Line
2001 Tuscany
2013 Grandine il vento Reissued in 2014 as Symphony of Light with bonus tracks
Live albums
1976 Live at Carnegie Hall
2002 In the Land of the Rising Sun: Live in Japan 2001
2011 Renaissance Tour 2011 – Turn of the Cards and Scheherazade & Other Stories Live in Concert (DVD and double CD set)
2016 Renaissance 2012 (recorded April 16, 2015) – Renaissance Live at the Union Chapel (DVD and digital only audio set)
2016 Renaissance Live at the BBC Sight & Sound (DVD and 3-CD set) Contains radio/television broadcasts of three live concerts, one each from the years 1975-77. The DVD contains the video of the televised concert in London on 8 January 1977.
2018 A Symphonic Journey (recorded October 27, 2017) – Live In Concert (DVD and double CD set) ―
2021 Renaissance 50th Anniversary: Ashes Are Burning - An Anthology - Live in Concert (Blu-ray/DVD/2CD Box) (2019 lineup performing 12 October 2019 in Glenside, PA.)
2023 The Legacy Tour 2022 (2CD) Recorded on 21 October 2022, at the Keswick Theatre, Glenside, PA.
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KATHY GARVER ACTOR…VOICE OVER TALENT …AUTHOR…HOST…PRODUCER…WORKSHOP LEADER
MOST RECOGNIZED AS CISSY ON TV SITCOM’S ‘FAMILY AFFAIR’ EXCLUSIVE ZOOM INTERVIEW!
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.
Most fondly remembered for her starring role as “Cissy” in the long-running CBS international television hit, Family Affair, Kathy Garver has also garnered critical acclaim in movies, stage, radio, voice-over animation, and audio book narration. Her professional acting career began when she was just seven years old appearing in TV westerns, sit coms, and dramatic programs such as Climax and Matinee Theater. When she was eight years old, Hollywood legendary director Cecil B. DeMille recognized Kathy’s distinct talents. Originally hired for a small part in the epic motion picture, The Ten Commandments.
Today, Kathy is an accomplished and versatile actress and a bestselling author. In 2020 she finished two pilots TvDinners for which she is host and Aunt Cissy a spinoff of Family Affair.
In 2023 she starred in two comedy’s ‘Old Man Jackson’ and ‘Yellow Bird’.
For all her accomplishments, including her new Cissy Collection which includes her signature candles, lotion and room spray, Kathy’s sails will be billowing in some very favorable waters for quite some time.
PLEASE WELCOME Actor, Voice Over Talent, Author, Host, Speaker, Producer, Workshop Leader most recognized as Cissy of the American sitcom Family Affair starring Brian Keith and Sebastian Cabot that aired on CBS from September 12, 1966, to March 4, 1971, and ran for 138 episodes in five seasons…KATHY GARVER TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT
KATHY GARVER
VISIT
https://www.kathygarver.com/
Official website
https://www.facebook.com/kathygarverfanpage/
Facebook
https://x.com/Kathy_Garver?mx=2
Twitter
https://www.instagram.com/kgcissy/
Instagram
Author of:
Romancing with the Stars)
(release 2024 Bear Manor Media)
TvDinners TV (Release Date 2024 by Bear Manor Media)
Family Affair: A Pictorial Scrapbook
(Release 2021 by Tv Classics Media)
Holiday Recipes for a Family Affair
(Release date 2019 by Bear Manor Media)
X Child Stars: Where Are They Now?
(Release date 2016 by Rowman/Littlefield)
Surviving Cissy - My Family Affair of Life in Hollywood
(Release date 2015 by Rowman/Littlefield)
The Family Affair Cookbook
(2009 by Bear Manor Media)
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TOM JOHNSTON
THE DOOBIE BROTHERS
‘THE LOST INTERVIEWS’
with RAY SHASHO
EPISODE 15
INTERVIEWED FEBRUARY 17TH 2013
The Doobie Brothers are one of those bands that we’ve depended on, year after year, and expect to see performing invariably at outdoor music festivals, pavilions, arenas, casinos and bike week events across the nation. The group has been exhilarating audiences for decades yet appear timeless onstage. One of the principal reasons for the longevity and success of the Doobie Brothers has a lot to do with an unmitigated affection shared between the band and its audience. It’s been an amazing love affair that has persevered for over forty-two years. When the Doobie Brothers finally call it quits … rock ‘n’ roll will probably call it quits too.
Tom Johnston is the voice, lyricist and guitarist on numerous classic hit recordings by the Doobie Brothers. Inspired by listening to R&B music on the radio, California native Johnston started his first band at 14, eventually broadening his musical horizons by singing with soul and blues groups.
After moving to San Jose to finish college, Tom met Skip Spence, original drummer for the Jefferson Airplane. Spence introduced Johnston to drummer John Hartman. Spence was also a founding member of Moby Grape which had a major influence on the Doobie Brothers. Tom Johnston, John Hartman and bassist Greg Murphy formed the power trio “Pud.”
When “Pud” unraveled, the evolution of the Doobie Brothers began to take shape. While living in a home dubbed as their “musical headquarters,” guitarist Patrick Simmons and bassist Dave Shogren joined the group. The band quickly generated a huge following in California.
In 1971, the Doobie Brothers launched their self- titled debut album, The Doobie Brothers on the Warner Brothers label with legendary producers Ted Templeman and Lenny Waronker. The first track on the album, “Nobody” penned by Tom Johnston, would later resurface in 2010 on their latest release, World Gone Crazy.
Their second studio album Toulouse Street (named for a street in the French Quarter of New Orleans) introduced new bassist Tiran Porter and second drummer Michael Hossack (Navy Veteran). The album spawned the Tom Johnston penned classic hits, “Listen to the Music” (#11 Top 100 Billboard Hit -1972), “Rockin’ Down the Highway” and “Jesus Is Just Alright,” (#35 Billboard Top 100 Hit -1973) written by Arthur Reynolds (1965) and performed by The Byrds (1969).
In 1973, the Doobie Brothers released, The Captain and Me spotlighting some of the bands most memorable classic rock tunes penned by Tom Johnston … “Long Train Runnin’”(#8 Billboard Hot 100 Hit) and perhaps the bands anthem song, “China Grove” (#15 Billboard Hot 100 Hit). The Captain and Me also featured a guest performance by future Doobie Brothers and Steely Dan guitarist Jeff “Skunk” Baxter.
The Doobie Brothers fourth studio album, What Were Once Vices Are Now Habits released in 1974 spawned the Tom Johnston penned songs, “Another Park, Another Sunday” (#32 Billboard Hot 100 Hit) and “Eyes of Silver” (#52 Billboard Hot 100 Hit). The album also featured Pat Simmons penned tribute to “The Big Easy,” “Black Water” (#1 Billboard Hot 100 Hit -1975).
Stampede released in 1975 was the final album before Michael McDonald took over lead vocalist duties from an ailing Tom Johnston. The album featured the cover version, “Take Me in Your Arms (Rock Me A Little While)” (#11 Billboard Hot 100 Hit -1975) written by the Motown team of Holland-Dozier-Holland.
Subsequent albums …Takin’ It to the Streets (1976), Livin’ on the Fault Line (1977), Minute by Minute (1978) and One Step Closer (1980) featured a successful second incarnation of the band, which primarily consisted of Michael McDonald(vocals, keyboards) Patrick Simmons (guitars/vocals) Jeff “Skunk” Baxter (guitars, steel guitars), Tiran Porter(bass, vocals), John Hartman (drums) and Keith Knudsen (drums).
*Tom Johnston played and sang “Turn It Loose” and “Wheels of Fortune” on the album Takin’ It to the Streets.
John McFee was added to the Doobie Brothers lineup in 1979 replacing Jeff “Skunk” Baxter and was featured on One Step Closer.
After a successful run, the band’s signature sound and direction became disillusioned. While working on his solo project, Tom Johnston rejoined the band for a Farewell Tour, and then the Doobie Brothers would call it quits as a band for the next five years.
The reformation of the Doobie Brothers was contrived when the band’s alumni were asked by drummer Keith Knudsen to perform at a concert to benefit veterans’ causes. The band discovered that tickets were in great demand and soon embarked on a twelve-city tour.
In 1989, Cycles, the tenth studio recording by the Doobie Brothers, now on Capitol Records, witnessed the return of Tom Johnston and drummer Michael Hossack to the studio as a band. Tom Johnston’s distinctive vocals returned, and the band re-established their musical roots.
Subsequent releases … Brotherhood (1991), Sibling Rivalry (2000) and World Gone Crazy (2010).
World Gone Crazy was the Doobie Brothers highest charting album since 1989 receiving rave reviews and featuring the longtime core lineup of Tom Johnston and Pat Simmons. The Doobie Brothers band functions like a well-oiled machine, touring consistently year after year and enchanting music enthusiasts worldwide. The current lineup of Tom Johnston (vocals/guitar), Pat Simmons (vocals/guitars), John McFee (guitar/strings/vocals), John Cowan (bass), Guy Allison (keyboards/vocals), Marc Russo (saxophones), Ed Toth (drums) and Tony Pia (drums)… represent a musical legacy that defines the quintessence of rock ‘n’ roll and a band that we’ve always depended on throughout the years.
The Doobie Brothers have sold more than 40-million albums worldwide.
…So why aren’t they in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?
Tom Johnston and the Doobie Brothers will be performing live as part of the Bands, Brew & BBQ concert series at Busch Gardens in Tampa on Sunday, February 24th. For tickets visit … http://seaworldparks.com/buschgardens-tampa/Events/Bands-Brew-and-BBQ or call 1-888-800-5447 for further information.
Eagle Rock Entertainment recently released ‘Let The Music Play’ –The Story of The Doobie Brothers on DVD, Blue-ray and Digital Video. -Available to purchase at amazon.com.
I had the great pleasure of speaking with Tom Johnston recently about the band’s current and future projects, family, and the future of rock ‘n’ roll. Here’s my interview with singer/songwriter/guitarist/and founding member of classic rock legends the Doobie Brothers … TOM JOHNSTON.
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THE GEORGIA THUNDERBOLTS TRIUMPH WITH ‘RISE ABOVE IT ALL’ INCREDIBLE NEW ROCK ALBUM: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH LEAD SINGER TJ LYLE!
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.
The Georgia Thunderbolts have announced their highly anticipated sophomore album, 'Rise Above It All,' set for release on August 23rd via Mascot Records. Featuring the quintet's signature blend of Southern rock, blues, and heartfelt Americana, the 13-track album showcases the band's ability to navigate a vast array of musical terrains, while also capturing the profound emotional and artistic growth fostered by their years on the road.
The road to being hailed as the new torchbearers of Southern rock hasn’t been as glamorous as you might imagine for The Georgia Thunderbolts. It wasn’t many years ago that the guys busked at gas stations, fumbled through covers, and drove four hours to Alabama to play to a bartender and a three-legged dog sitting on a barstool.
The most transformative experience for the band has been the month back in 2022, The Georgia Thunderbolts spent touring Europe with Black Stone Cherry. None of them had been across the pond before, and it was the longest they had been away from home.
All the growth and maturation over the past two and half years can be heard on ‘Rise Above It All.’ The 13-song collection is a flag-planting album, setting the stage for an exciting new chapter as The Georgia Thunderbolts continue to rise and resonate with audiences worldwide.
PLEASE WELCOME LEAD VOCALIST… KEYBOARDIST…AND HARMONICA PLAYER FOR THE GEORGIA THUNDERBOLTS TJ LYLE TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS …
PURCHASE
THE NEW ALBUM
BY
THE GEORGIA THUNDERBOLTS
entitled
‘RISE ABOVE IT ALL’
Preorder at: https://lnk.to/TheGAThunderbolts
Out August 23rd via Mascot Records
Stream the latest single “Stand Up”
Watch the dynamic music video, directed by Jim Arbogast
"THE GEORGIA THUNDERBOLTS CAN DO IT ALL!
THEIR NEW ALBUM ‘RISE ABOVE IT ALL’ VALIDATES THE GROUP’S PROFICIENT MUSICAL CAPABILITIES BY INCORPORATING ROCK, R&B, COUNTRY, BLUES, AND EVEN GOSPEL INTO THIRTEEN BRILLIANT TRACKS.
LEAD SINGER TJ LYLE HAS A POWERFUL VOICE WITH INSTANT REMINDERS OF CHRIS CORNELL AND PAUL RODGERS. SEVERAL TRACKS COULD EASILY BECOME TOP TEN HITS ON CONTEMPORARY HIT AND COUNTRY RADIO STATIONS. THESE GUYS ARE GREAT!"
5 STARS!
….BY MUSIC JOURNALIST RAY SHASHO
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT
THE GEORGIA THUNDERBOLTS
VISIT
https://www.georgiathunderbolts.com/
Official website
https://www.facebook.com/GAThunderbolts/
Facebook
https://twitter.com/GAThunderbolts
Twitter
https://www.instagram.com/gathunderbolts/
Instagram
https://www.tiktok.com/@gathunderbolts
Tiktok
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdJf6atP6Z_MsR7rSBoKzXASIT
YouTube
THE GEORGIA THUNDERBOLTS
TOUR DATES 2024
05 Jul
First Fridays
Rome, GA
25 Jul
Eastside Bowl
Nashville, TN
26 Jul
Trainwreck Saloon Westport
St. Louis, MO
27 Jul
Knuckleheads
Kansas City, MO
31 Jul
Marquis Theater
Denver, CO
01 Aug
Oskar Blues Grill & Brew
Colorado Springs, CO
03 Aug
Kickstands Campground & Venue
Sturgis, SD
10 Aug
Ace Frehley and Foghat with special guests The Georgia Thunderbolts
Beaver Dam, KY
23 Aug
Blues Garage
Hannover, Germany
27 Aug
Colos-Saal
Aschaffenburg, Germany
30 Aug
Karosserifabrikken
Helsingør, Denmark
31 Aug
Sønderborghus
Sønderborg, Denmark
03 Sep
Hafenbar Tegel
Berlin, Germany
04 Sep
Gaststätte Stock
Hagen Am Teutoburger Wald, Germany
06 Sep
L.A. Live Style Cafe
Cham, Germany
07 Sep
WaldHaus eV Heilbronn
Heilbronn, Germany
08 Sep
Raismes Fest 2024
Raismes, France
14 Sep
Zydeco
Birmingham, AL
19 Sep
The Barrelhouse Ballroom
Chattanooga, TN
20 Sep
Smith's Olde Bar
Atlanta, GA
21 Sep
The Grand Theatre
Cartersville, GA
26 Sep
Live at Hub City Vinyl
Hagerstown, MD
08 Oct
Sellersville Theater
Sellersville, PA
25 Oct
The Georgia Thunderbolts Night 1
Dunn, NC
26 Oct
The Georgia Thunderbolts - Night 2
Dunn, NC
14 Dec
Pillars Pub
Fitzgerald, GA
Discography
Albums
Can We Get A Witness (2021)
Rise Above It all (2024)
EPs
The Georgia Thunderbolts (2020)
Singles
"Lend A Hand"
"Looking For A Friend"
"Take It Slow"
"Be Good To Yourself"
"It's Alright"
"Can I Get A Witness"
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THE CHRIS SLADE TIMELINE ANNOUNCE THEIR RELEASE OF NEW ALBUM ‘TIMESCAPE’
EXCLUSIVE ZOOM INTERVIEW WITH LEGENDARY DRUMMER CHRIS SLADE
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.
Chris Slade started his career at the age of 16 with Tom Jones before he changed his name to Tom Jones. Chris contributed significantly to Jones’s world tours and recordings throughout the 60s. Slade was a founding member of Manfred Mann’s Earth Band in January 1971. He was to spend seven years with the band, recording eight albums and achieving three UK Top Ten singles in the process: 'Joybringer' (No. 9, October 1973), ‘Blinded By The Light’ (No. 6, September 1976 & a multimillion selling #1 in the USA) and ‘Davy’s On The Road Again’ (No.6, June 1978).
After Earthband he spent two years with Uriah Heep, one year with Gary Numan and one year with David Gilmour in 1984.
He later teamed up with Jimmy Page, Paul Rodgers and bassist Tony Franklin to form The Firm. They produced two excellent albums for Atlantic in 1985 and 1986 that earned them chart and radio hits including 'Radioactive' and 'Satisfaction Guaranteed.'
Chris became the drummer of AC/DC over the course of the next five years, playing on their acclaimed 'Razors Edge' Album, and giving a killer performance on their concert DVD “Live from Donington.”
After his stint with AC/DC, Chris joined the prog-rock band Asia, Chris recorded with them on their 2000-2004 studio recordings, 'Aura' and 'Silent Nation' , and put forth his trademark energy-filled live performances on all the subsequent tours that ensued over the next five years.
Between 2005 and 2010, Slade played drums for German guitarist Michael Schenker before forming THE CHRIS SLADE TIMELINE in 2012, and at that time marking 50 years as a professional rock drummer.
THE CHRIS SLADE TIMELINE has announced their new album "Timescape" which will be released worldwide on July 19th on BraveWords Records. "Timescape" contains completely original new tracks and some of Chris Slade's favorite covers.
PLEASE WELCOME LEGENDARY WELSH DRUMMER/SINGER/SONGWRITER CHRIS SLADE TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS …
PURCHASE
THE NEW ALBUM
BY
THE CHRIS SLADE TIMELINE
entitled
Timescape,
available
July 19TH
on BraveWords Records.
The double album will be available on digital platforms, CD and possibly as a double vinyl album.
Feat: Chris Slade, Bun Davis, Stevie Gee, James Cornford, Michael J Clark • THE CHRIS SLADE TIMELINE was formed in 2012 with handpicked musicians to celebrate my then 50-year career as a professional rock drummer since starting with Tom Jones at 16 years of age, taking in Manfred Mann, The Firm with Jimmy Page and AC/DC along the way. • We, as The Chris Slade Timeline band have toured UK and Europe extensively playing hits of this lengthy career. After being asked many times if we were going to produce any new original songs of our own, I finally decided to put pen to paper and do something about it, so with the help of my band mates I present TIMESCAPE, our debut album. This album includes a playlist of 9 original songs and a selection of hits from the many artists I have been privileged to perform with over the last 60 years. I hope you enjoy it!
“Side one which consists mostly of original material is an eclectic and innovative mix of awe-inspiring hard and heavy progressive rock melodies, the album plays out much like a discerning Rock Opera. Timescape is a gratifying and artistic musical concept. Side two features an incredible selection of exceptional covers spotlighting many of the band’s Chris has been a member of over his illustrious 60-year career. Timescape by Chris Slade Timeline is a sensational album!
5 stars!
...By music journalist Ray Shasho
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT
THE CHRIS SLADE TIMELINE
VISIT
https://chrisslade.com
Official website
https://www.facebook.com/ChrisSladeACDCFacebook
https://www.instagram.com/chrissladedrumsInstagram
https://x.com/ChrisSladeDrumsTwitter
https://www.instagram.com/the.chrisslade.timelineChris Slade Timeline Instagram
https://www.bandsintown.com/a/5974162Bands in town
http://bravewordsrecords.comBraveWords Records
CHRIS SLADE
Discography
With Tom Jones
Along Came Jones (1965)
A-Tom-ic Jones (1966)
From The Heart (1966)
Green, Green Grass of Home (1967)
Live: at the Talk of the Town (1967)
13 Smash Hits (1967)
Delilah (1968)
Tom Jones Live in Las Vegas (1969)
With Toomorrow
Toomorrow (1970)
With Tom Paxton
How Come The Sun (1971)
With Manfred Mann's Earth Band
Manfred Mann's Earth Band (1972)
Glorified Magnified (1972)
Messin' (1973)
Solar Fire (1973)
The Good Earth (1974)
Nightingales & Bombers (1975)
The Roaring Silence (1976)
Watch (1978)
With Terra Nova
Terra Nova (1980)
With Kai Olsson
Crazy Love (1979)
With Frankie Miller
Falling in Love (1979)
With Uriah Heep
Conquest (1980)
With Gary Numan
I, Assassin (1982)
With Denny Laine
Anyone Can Fly (1982)
With David Gilmour
David Gilmour Live 1984 (1984)
With The Firm
The Firm (1985)
Mean Business (1986)
With AC/DC
The Razors Edge (1990)
Live at Donington (1992)
AC/DC Live (1992)
"Big Gun" (1993)
With Asia
Aura (2001)
Silent Nation (2004)
With Bloodstock
Creator of Worlds
With Damage Control
Damage Control (2007)
Raw (2008)
With MIWA
My Wish Is Your Command (2011)
Reach Out and Touch Me (2018)
With The Chris Slade Timeline
Timescape (2024)
The Chris Slade Timeline Vol. 1 (2014)
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DON WILSON
THE VENTURES
February 10TH 1933 - January 22ND 2022
‘THE LOST INTERVIEWS’
with RAY SHASHO
EPISODE 14
-Interviewed June 10th, 2014
Don Wilson and The Ventures have inspired thousands of promising musicians and enthusiasts across the globe for over five decades, and many of their pupils became legendary in the music world. Ventures alumni include… Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Jimmy Page, Stephen Stills, Joe Walsh, Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Billy Joel, Elton John, John Bonham, Mick Fleetwood, Jeff “Skunk” Baxter, Gene Simmons, and many-many more.
At 81, Don Wilson, guitarist & co-founder of the legendary rock and roll/surf band says he has no plans for slowing down any time soon. The Ventures recently concluded a lengthy tour in Japan where they are still idolized. Don and his son Tim Wilson have also initiated a new record label with promising young musicians to mentor and promote.
THE VENTURES are the best-selling instrumental rock band in music history. In 1958, the group was formed by Tacoma, Washington residents Don Wilson (rhythm and lead guitar) and Bob Bogle (lead and bass guitar). The duo’s plan was to earn a permanent living playing guitar instead of working at their hard labor construction jobs as bricklayers. They originally performed as the Impacts and the Versatones before finally settling on The Ventures.
Nokie Edwards (lead guitar) joined in 1960 and they recorded their first big hit, a Chet Atkins cover entitled “Walk, Don’t Run.” The Ventures lineup in the studio also included Skip Mooreon drums. In 1960, the song peaked at #2 on the Billboard’s single chart amid stiff competition from Chubby Checker, Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, and Bryan Hyland. Drummer Howie Johnson replaced Moore in 1960. Mel Taylor became The Ventures permanent drummer in 1962 until his passing in 1996.
From 1960 through 1972, The Ventures consistently toured worldwide and charted 37 albums. The group was hailed as America’s instrumental Beatles.
Some of The Ventures hit singles include … “Telstar,” “The Lonely Bull,” “Rebel-Rouser,” “Honky Tonk,” “Let's Go,” “Pipeline,” “Walk, Don't Run,” “Tequila,” “Apache,” “Wipe-Out, ”Memphis,” “Out of Limits,” and their mega-hit … “Hawaii Five-O” (#4 on Billboard’s Singles Chart -1969), (The album reached #11 on Billboard’s album chart).
The Ventures were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008. That same year also marked The Ventures 50th Anniversary.
Here’s a list of incredible accomplishments by The Ventures …
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - Class of 2008
Ranked #4 among all-time instrumental artists on Billboard's Single Charts
Ranked #6 among all 1960s artists on Billboard's Album Charts
Ranked #26 among all-time artists on Billboard's Album Charts
Ranked #20 in most albums on Billboard's Album Charts with 37
“Walk, Don't Run” is one of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's Top 500 Hits of all time
1960 to 1969 - Placed 14 singles on Billboard's Single Charts
Gold singles:
“Walk, Don't Run (1960), “Walk Don't Run '64” (1964), “Hawaii Five-0” (1969),
1960 to 1972 - Placed 37 albums on Billboard's Album Charts with 5 on the charts simultaneously during 1963.
Gold albums:
Telstar and the Lonely Bull (1963), Golden Greats (1967), Hawaii Five-0 (1969)
To date, more than 450 LP and CD albums released worldwide (and still counting)
1960 to 1973 - Sold nearly 1,000,000 albums per year in the U.S.
Japan sales approaching 40,000,000 units (and still counting)
Collective worldwide sales approaching 100,000,000 units (and still counting)
1964 - Popularized Mosrite Guitars with introduction of The Ventures Model. Today these are among the most sought-after guitars, known for their tone and playability.
Successfully adapted their unique guitar style to countless changes in musical trends
Released an acclaimed set of instructional records with the Play Guitar with The Ventures series
Cited affectionately as "the group that launched a thousand bands"
Credited with popularizing rock and roll and the electric guitar in Japan
1971 - First non-Japanese artists elected to the Japanese Conservatory of Music
Jan 1987, Guitar Player magazine 20 Anniversary Issue cited Walk Don't Run as one of "20 Essential Rock Albums"
1990 - Inducted into the Washington State Music Hall of Fame
Feb 1996, Guitar magazine identified “Walk Don't Run” as one of ten 1960's albums included in “The Fifty Greatest Rock Guitar Records" (albums)
Inducted into the Hollywood Rock Walk
Invited to participate in the Smithsonian Institution's celebration of the development of the electric guitar
Honored by Fender Guitars with a limited-edition line of Ventures Model Jazzmaster, Telecaster and Jazz Bass signature guitars
2001 - Honored by Aria Guitars with limited-edition Ventures Model guitars
2004 - Award by Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs for contributing to friendly relations between Japan and US. No other artists in modern music share this honor
2005 – Washington State Senate Resolution 8645 to honor The Ventures, to "recognize the contributions of those who have had a significant impact over the evolution, development and perpetuation of rock and roll"
2006 – “Walk, Don't Run” is inducted into The Grammy Hall of Fame
Numerous contributions to movie and commercial soundtracks, including ‘Pulp Fiction’ and ‘Madagascar’
The Ventures have reached over 100- Million in record sales, 14-songs that hit the singles chart, and 37 albums that charted.
The band continues to record and tour with their current lineup of …Don Wilson (rhythm guitar- co-founder 1958), Nokie Edwards (lead guitar -joined 1960), Gerry McGee (lead guitar –joined 1968), Bob Spalding (lead and bass guitar –joined 1981), Leon Taylor (drums – joined 1996 after the passing of his father Mel Taylor).
Co-founder, lead and bass guitarist Bob Bogle passed away in 2009.
Drummer Mel Taylor passed away in 1996.
I had the rare privilege of chatting with Don Wilson back in June about … The “Walk, Don’t Run" legacy … The early days of The Ventures … Their devoted Japanese fans … My infamous ‘Field of Dreams’ question …The inception of “Hawaii Five-O”… And much-much more!
Here’s my interview with The Ventures legendary guitarist, co-founder, pioneer …DON WILSON.
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Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.
Ross Valory always had pieces of music tucked away that he had written, although songwriting contributions to Journey slipped away after the first three “experimental” albums. As an original member of the multi-platinum juggernaut of “Don’t Stop Believin’” fame, bassist Valory concentrated on shaping the rhythm section and contributing his baritone vocals to the background blend.
In 1995, VALORY began sorting through his files and polishing up some of his old notes. In between Journey tour dates, he pulled together a tight-knit group of collaborators and slowly began to finish what he started. After a lifetime in music, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer etched his first solo album, All of the Above, released in April this year.
The nine tracks on the album represent the full maturity of Valory’s musical gifts, cutting a broad swath through the instrumental territory the music travels. He plays keyboards, guitar, and, of course, many basses in a display of cultivated virtuosity across a palette far broader than could be found in his work with Journey. He is stepping out from behind his bass and, for the first time in his more than half-century as a professional musician, representing his vision and his compositions.
Valory, who spent most of his life as a member of Journey, has no regrets. He counts his blessings at having spent an amazing career with a remarkable group of musicians who succeeded beyond their wildest dreams.
Valory brings a lifetime in music to his solo excursions. All of the Above, a true labor of love, represents a culmination of his experience, at the same time as it points to the future. “Whatever came into my ears and brain came out in various ways,” he said. “I have been revisiting material that has been piling up over the years off and on and carrying it forward.”
Please welcome rock and roll hall of famer… bass guitarist, singer, songwriter most recognized for playing with the legendary Journey …ROSS VALORY to Interviewing the Legends …
PURCHASE
THE MOST RECENT RELEASE
BY
ROSS VALORY
Entitled
ALL OF THE ABOVE
Available at amazon music
“ROSS VALORY’S NEW SOLO ALBUM ENTITLED ‘ALL OF THE ABOVE’ IS TRANSCENDENT AND RIVETING!
EPIC MUSICAL ELEMENTS OF JAZZ FUSION/COOL JAZZ/AMBIENT/LATIN GROOVES/AND PROGRESSIVE ROCK/ PERFORMED BY THE FINEST MUSICIANS.
THE ALBUM FEATURES SPECIAL GUEST ARTISTS PRAIRIE PRINCE AND MICHAEL COTTEN, GREG ERRICO, NEAL SCHON’S SON MILES, SAX GREAT MARC RUSSO
AND CO-PRODUCED BY ERIC LEVY & JACOB STOWE. ‘ALL OF THE ABOVE’ IS AN ABSOLUTE WINNER AND SHOULD BE ENJOYED BY MUSIC LOVERS OF ALL GENRES!”
BY MUSIC JOURNALIST RAY SHASHO
5 STARS!
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT
ROSS VALORY
VISIT
https://www.rossvalory.com/
Official website
https://www.facebook.com/rvalory/
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/rvalory/
Twitter
https://www.youtube.com/@rossvalorybass
YouTube
https://www.instagram.com/rossvalory.official/
Instagram
https://open.spotify.com/artist/73CVbGmyBU3ihyLH5BdFx1
Spotify
https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/ross-valory/1724775387
Apple Music
ROSS VALORY
Discography
Solo
All of the Above (2024)
With Steve Miller Band
Rock Love (1971)
With Journey
Journey (1975)
Look into the Future (1976)
Next (1977)
Infinity (1978)
Evolution (1979)
Departure (1980)
Dream, After Dream (1980)
Captured (1981)
Escape (1981)
Frontiers (1983)
Trial by Fire (1996)
Arrival (2001)
Red 13 (2002)
Generations (2005)
Revelation (2008)
Eclipse (2011)
Escape & Frontiers Live in Japan (2017)
With Todd Rundgren
2nd Wind (1991)
With The Storm
The Storm (1991)
Eye of the Storm (1996)
With The V.U.
Phoenix Rising (2000)
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