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INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS is devoted to promoting musicians worldwide. We spotlight exclusive in-depth interviews with both legendary and up and coming music artists and celebrities. We also feature the movers and shakers of the music and publishing industries. WHERE HAVE ALL THE ROCK STARS GONE? Rock and Roll, the Blues, and Jazz are America’s contribution to the arts, so why are we not fighting to preserve our own musical legacy and culture? With roots from the early blues pioneers, the longevity of rock and roll is second to none. But strangely enough, those legendary rock heroes that we were so accustomed to hearing every time we turned our radios on, had mysteriously vanished from the mainstream. The music of the 1960s, 70s, and even the 80s was an important juncture in all of our lives. So many of us timeline life’s precious moments with the music we remember, when the music was so great, when the music mattered. The baby boomer generation is financially imperative to many, yet many of its entertainment standards have been renounced. One day, the plug was pulled on those legendary music artists. Hackers began stealing music across the internet. Online music stores popularized cheap digital singles and neglected to promote full-length albums. Radio stations changed formats to accommodate talk show radio jocks, while rappers and electronic dance music menaced the airwaves. Notorious record companies began folding in droves. Record companies and radio stations that were once owned and operated by visionaries, were now run by accountants and lawyers, and the music world began promoting untalented wannabes. The economy plummeted, and radio stations became more concerned about how many consecutive commercials they could run instead of providing quality radio programming and entertainment value. Radio stations became corporate machines leaving no room for innovation. Throughout the 2000s, recording studios and live performances began using an audio processor called “Auto-Tune” to disguise off-key inaccuracies in vocal tracks. The device allowed virtually anyone without music skills to become a singer and new waves of mainstream radio stars were instantly fabricated. The business of music became stronger and more important than the art of music. For more than a decade, I’ve been on a rock and roll pilgrimage to help promote and save the greatest music the world has ever known. Before the internet and Napster, virtuoso musicians traditionally introduced their music by way of mainstream radio stations while anxious music enthusiasts hurried to their favorite record stores and purchased a copy of the artist’s latest release. Talk radio wasn’t popular because there was way too much great music to play over the airwaves. Advertisers didn’t rule the airwaves, the music did. Rock legends toured the world to promote their latest albums and prices of concert tickets were extremely affordable. Proficient musicians, singers, and songwriters are what made the music so great. Support us on PayPal!

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INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS is devoted to promoting musicians worldwide. We spotlight exclusive in-depth interviews with both legendary and up and coming music artists and celebrities. We also feature the movers and shakers of the music and publishing industries. WHERE HAVE ALL THE ROCK STARS GONE? Rock and Roll, the Blues, and Jazz are America’s contribution to the arts, so why are we not fighting to preserve our own musical legacy and culture? With roots from the early blues pioneers, the longevity of rock and roll is second to none. But strangely enough, those legendary rock heroes that we were so accustomed to hearing every time we turned our radios on, had mysteriously vanished from the mainstream. The music of the 1960s, 70s, and even the 80s was an important juncture in all of our lives. So many of us timeline life’s precious moments with the music we remember, when the music was so great, when the music mattered. The baby boomer generation is financially imperative to many, yet many of its entertainment standards have been renounced. One day, the plug was pulled on those legendary music artists. Hackers began stealing music across the internet. Online music stores popularized cheap digital singles and neglected to promote full-length albums. Radio stations changed formats to accommodate talk show radio jocks, while rappers and electronic dance music menaced the airwaves. Notorious record companies began folding in droves. Record companies and radio stations that were once owned and operated by visionaries, were now run by accountants and lawyers, and the music world began promoting untalented wannabes. The economy plummeted, and radio stations became more concerned about how many consecutive commercials they could run instead of providing quality radio programming and entertainment value. Radio stations became corporate machines leaving no room for innovation. Throughout the 2000s, recording studios and live performances began using an audio processor called “Auto-Tune” to disguise off-key inaccuracies in vocal tracks. The device allowed virtually anyone without music skills to become a singer and new waves of mainstream radio stars were instantly fabricated. The business of music became stronger and more important than the art of music. For more than a decade, I’ve been on a rock and roll pilgrimage to help promote and save the greatest music the world has ever known. Before the internet and Napster, virtuoso musicians traditionally introduced their music by way of mainstream radio stations while anxious music enthusiasts hurried to their favorite record stores and purchased a copy of the artist’s latest release. Talk radio wasn’t popular because there was way too much great music to play over the airwaves. Advertisers didn’t rule the airwaves, the music did. Rock legends toured the world to promote their latest albums and prices of concert tickets were extremely affordable. Proficient musicians, singers, and songwriters are what made the music so great. Support us on PayPal!

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Ian Gillan Legendary Deep Purple Singer On 'The Lost Interviews' Episode 3

4/30/2024
IAN GILLAN DEEP PURPLE LEGEND THE LOST INTERVIEWS EPISODE 3 Ian Gillan is the legendary charismatic frontman for one of the greatest bands in rock and roll history. Deep Purple is essentially known for its hard rock pulse. Its musical schemes have encompassed progressive rock, blues, R&B and even jazz. Keyboardist Jon Lord received a telegram from Tony Edwards stating that he’d back Lord in putting a band together; later Edwards called Ritchie Blackmore to meet with him. In December of 1967, the two musicians met up and collaborated for the first time. John Lord had already asked Nick Simper to play bass, a former bandmate with ‘The Flower Pot Men.’ While living in Hamburg, Germany, Ritchie Blackmore saw drummer Ian Paice performing onstage with his band The Maze. The group was fronted by singer Rod Evans. Evans auditioned for the lead vocalist role for a scheming new (Deep Purple) band and won the spot. Blackmore remembered Paice from Hamburg and asked Evans to bring him along. Blackmore and Lord were a bit worried that Evans mannerism was much like Tom Jones or Engelbert Humperdinck. Jon Lord later stated, “We’d eventually beat him into shape.” In 1968, Deep Purple was officially formed. The band was named after a Nino Tempo and April Stevens song of 1963, believed to be Ritchie Blackmore’s grandmother’s favorite song. Deep Purple’s musical styles intentionally mimicked the American rock group Vanilla Fudge (“You Keep Me Hangin’ On”). The group quickly scored commercially with their Top 40 hit single “Hush” (#4 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart) and became overnight sensations in the U.S. Ritchie Blackmore’s vision for the band was to implement heavier rock techniques, and while Rod Evans and Nick Simper were in the group it may never have been accomplished. After Rod Evans was dismissed from Deep Purple, he went on to form Captain Beyond in 1971. Ian Gillan and bassist Roger Glover were performing at Woodford Green in London with their British pop rock band ‘Episode Six.’ Their lead singer Ian Gillan was noticed by Ritchie Blackmore and Jon Lord. After watching Gillan’s performance, they offered him the lead singer position for Deep Purple. Eventually Roger Glover would be asked to join the band, while securing one of the greatest music lineups in rock history. Also in 1972, under resistance by the band, they recorded a double live album in Japan entitled, Made In Japan. The album was essentially the Machine Head tour. The band recorded (3) concerts ... (2) in Osaka and (1) in Tokyo. Most of the material came from the second night in Osaka. Made In Japan also went platinum and the live version of “Smoke on the Water” became instrumental to the song’s success. Smoke on the Water” (#4 Hit on Billboard’s Hot 100) was officially released as a single in 1973 and became one of the most recognizable guitar riffs in rock and roll history. Deep Purple were now international superstars in the studio and on the road. At the peak of their success, Ian Gillan gave a six month notice and stated that he was leaving the band after fulfilling all of his commitments in 1973. The album Who Do We Think We Are was released in January of 1973. The release generated the hit single “Woman from Tokyo.” “Smoke on the Water” was also busy that year becoming Deep Purple’s biggest hit of all-time. Who Do We Think We Are was the last studio album to feature Ian Gillan as their lead singer until the 1984 reunion LP Perfect Strangers. Deep Purple did six American tours before Ian Gillan and Roger Glover left the band. The grueling touring schedule and fatigue became the reason for their early departure from the band. In 1973, the band had eleven different entries in Billboard and became the top-selling artists in the U.S. But without its lead singer and bass player the band felt like it was the end. Deep Purple brought in several lineups through the years. Lead singers that included David Coverdale and Joe Lynn Turner, guitarists Tommy Bolin...

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Michael Shrieve Legendary Drummer With Santana Talks New Album!

4/28/2024
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Legendary drummer Michael Shrieve announces the much-anticipated release of his album, “Drums of Compassion,” set to drop on May 24, 2024 on Trey Gunn’s innovative label, 7D Media. This album is a testament to Shrieve’s artistic journey, encapsulating over fifty years of musical exploration and collaboration with some of the most revered names in the industry. “Drums of Compassion” is not merely an album; it’s an odyssey that began two decades ago inspired by the Dalai Lama’s call for a Time of Compassion. The album boasts an ensemble of musical virtuosos, and their collective genius creates a tapestry of rhythmic brilliance that transcends conventional music boundaries, offering listeners an immersive sonic experience. Shrieve’s collaboration with Soundmaster Jeff Greinke lays the foundation of the album with ambient, space-evoking melodies that serve as a backdrop to the dynamic percussive elements. Officially released on May 24, 2024. An as a very wise man once said … "MUSIC PROMPTS US TO RESPOND WITH OPEN-HEARTEDNESS INSTEAD OF JUDGMENT. IT USHERS US TO A HIGHER PLACE FROM WHERE WE CAN SEE BEYOND DISTRACTIONS TO WHAT IS TRUE AND GOOD AND LASTING." PLEASE WELCOME LEGENDARY AMERICAN DRUMMER AND COMPOSER BEST KNOWN AS THE ORIGINAL DRUMMER FOR SANTANA/ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAMER/ MICHAEL SHRIEVE TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PREORDER THE NEW RELEASE BY MICHAEL SHRIEVE Entitled ‘DRUMS OF PASSION’ To pre-order: https://7dmedia.com/micheal-shrieve-drums-of-compassion FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT MICHAEL SHRIEVE VISIT https://www.michaelshrieve.com/ Official website https://twitter.com/michaelshrieve Twitter https://www.pinterest.com/michaelshrieve Pinterest https://www.instagram.com/michaelshrieve/ Instagram https://bandcamp.com/michaelshrieve Michael Shrieve Bandcamp https://7dmedia.com/ 7D Media DISCOGRAPHY SOLO PROJECTS Transfer Station Blue - Michael Shrieve (1984) Big Picture - Michael Shrieve, David Beal (1989) with Klaus Schulze and Kevin Shrieve Stiletto - Michael Shrieve (1989) with Mark Isham, David Torn, Andy Summers and Terje Gevelt The Leaving Time - Michael Shrieve (1989) with Steve Roach Two Doors - Michael Shrieve (1996) with Jonas Hellborg and Shawn Lane Fascination - Michael Shrieve (2001) with Bill Frisell and Wayne Horvitz Drums of Compassion – (2006) with Jeff Greinke, Jack DeJohnette, Zakir Hussain and Airto Moriera SANTANA Santana (1969) Abraxas (1970) Santana III (1971) Caravanserai (1972) Love Devotion and Surrender (1973) - John McLaughlin, Carlos Santana Welcome (1973) Lotus (1974) Borboletta (1974) Santana’s Greatest Hits (1974) Viva Santana! [Columbia/Sony] (1988) Abraxas (Gold Remaster) (1991) Dance of the Rainbow Serpent (1995) Abraxas (1998) Santana [Japan Bonus Tracks] (1998) Santana III [Japan Bonus Tracks] (1998) Santana III (Remastered) (2000) Best of Santana, Vol. 2 (2000) Abraxas (Remastered) (2000) Divine Light - Love Devotion Surrender [Bill Laswell Remix] (2001) Essential Santana (2002) Shaman (2002) Caravanserai (Remastered) (2003) Love Devotion Surrender [Bonus Tracks] (2003) Santana: Legacy Edition [Bonus CD] (2004) COLLABORATIONS Automatic Man (1976) Go (1976) with Stomu Yamash'ta, Steve Winwood, Klaus Schulze Go Live From Paris - (1976) with Stomu Yamash'ta, Steve Winwood, Klaus Schulze, Al Dimeola Go Too - (1977) with Stomu Yamashta Novo Combo (1980) Animation Generation - Novo Combo (1982) Through the Fire - Hagar Schon Arronson Shrieve (1984) Abraxas Pool (1997) Oracle - [exclusive at iTunes] (2005) with Amon Tobin DRUMMER / PERCUSSIONIST David Crosby - If Only I Could Remember My Name (1971) with Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Jerry Garcia Luis Gasca - For Those Who Chant (1972) Mill Valley - Bunch Casting Pearls(1972) with Michael Bloomfield and Nick Gravenites Wilding - Bonus:...

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'The Kings' Canada's Legendary Rock Band Are Back With A New Album!

4/26/2024
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. The Kings, originally formed in Vancouver, British Columbia, and Oakville, Ontario, are a Canadian rock band formed in 1977. They gained prominence with their 1980 hit song “This Beat Goes On/Switchin’ To Glide,” which resonated in both the United States and Canada. The original lineup was David Diamond (lead vocals, bass, songwriter), Sonny Keyes (vocals, keyboards, songwriter), Max Styles (currently Todd Reynolds) (drums), and Mister Zero (guitar, songwriter). The Kings toured extensively with artists like Bob Seger, Jeff Beck, The Beach Boys, and Eric Clapton. They appeared on Dick Clark’s American Bandstand and headlined the major Heatwave festival in August. Despite challenges in the late 1980s, The Kings experienced a revival when “This Beat Goes On” and “Switchin’ To Glide” became radio hits in Chicago once again and received substantial play. The band continued touring throughout Canada and the U.S. during the remainder of the decade. The Kings most recent album is entitled ‘The Longest Story Ever Told’ and now in 2024, The Kings, with their history of hits, over 2000 North American shows, and a devoted fan base, remain a hungry band with something to prove. "The Longest Story Ever Told" reaffirms their status as a rock band with songwriting depth. When asked, “Is there a theme for the album?", guitarist Mister Zero replied, “I don't think there is one other than trying to get 10 really good songs together”. PLEASE WELCOME Mister Zero, Dave Diamond, and Sonny Keyes of Canadian rock legends THE KINGS to Interviewing the Legends … PURCHASE THE KINGS LATEST ALBUM The Longest Story Ever Told Available at amazon.com FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE KINGS VISIT https://thekingsarehere.com/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Kings-Are-Here/100063548021148/ Facebook https://twitter.com/TheKingsRHere Twitter https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaNjWtQvNPEsieBFbde-fnA YouTube https://www.instagram.com/thekingsrhere/ Instagram https://www.tiktok.com/@thekingsrhere Tiktok THE KINGS Discography The Kings Are Here album (Elektra, 1980) US #74 Amazon Beach album (Elektra, 1981) US #170 R.S.V.P [4-Song EP] (Dizzy, 1982) Party Live '85 live album (Dizzy, 1985) Parting Of The Ways single (1991) Unstoppable CD (Dizzy, 1993) Unstoppable [with "This Beat Goes On" and "Switchin' To Glide" added] CD (Griffin, 1995) The Kings Are Here..and More CD (Warner, 2000) The Kings Are Here/Amazon Beach (2 on 1 CD, Wounded Bird, 2003) Because Of You CD (2003) Anthology One CD (2006) The Longest Story Ever Told CD (Dizzy, 2023) UPCOMING SHOWS Apr. 27, 2024, Casio Rama Resort, Rama, Ontario GLASS TIGER With Special Guest THE KINGS Support us on PayPal!

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Susanna Hoffs 'Bangles' Legend The Lost Interviews Episode 2

4/23/2024
'SUSANNA HOFFS BANGLES LEGEND THE LOST INTERVIEWS' Susanna Hoffs is the beautiful, talented & iconic vocalist for the commercially successful all- female pop/rock/new wave/ band ‘The Bangles.’ Hoffs angelic and awe-inspiring vocals are definitive on such Bangles classics as …“Manic Monday” (1985 #2 US Billboard Hit), “Walk Like an Egyptian” (1986 #1 US Billboard Hit), “If She Knew What She Wants” (1986 #29 US Billboard Hit), “Hazy Shade of Winter” (1987 #2 US Billboard Hit), “Walking Down Your Street” (1987 #11 US Billboard Hit),“In Your Room” (1988 #5 US Billboard Hit), and the breathtaking “Eternal Flame” (1988 #1 US Billboard Hit). Hoffs is also ‘The Bangles’ rhythm guitarist and songwriter. THE BANGS: After Susanna Hoffs graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, where she studied theatre, dance, and art, she headed back to Los Angeles and placed an ad in The Recycler, an LA based classifieds newspaper. A trio began to form with the addition of Sisters Vicky Peterson (vocals/guitars) and Debbi Peterson (vocals/drums) while subsequently adding Annette Zilinskas on bass. After short stints with names such as ‘The Colours’ and ‘The Supersonic Bangs,’ the newly formed all-girl band eventually settled on ‘The Bangs’ while swiftly becoming a vital part of the Los Angeles Paisley Underground scene. The Bangs debut single “Getting Out of Hand” was released on their label DownKiddie Records and caught the attention of KROQ deejay Rodney Bingenheimer who repeatedly played the record on his show. THE BANGLES: ‘The Bangs’ were auspiciously mandated to change their name so the group dropped ‘The’ and added the letters ‘les’ to form ‘Bangles,’ a banner that would flourish into one of the greatest all-female groups in rock and roll history. In 1982, under new manager Miles Copeland, The Bangles supported The English Beat on a UK tour. In 1983, the group made its first appearance on Dick Clark’s American Bandstand. In 1984, ‘All Over the Place,’ The Bangles first full-length album was released on CBS (Columbia) Records. Michael Steele had replaced Annette Zilinskas on bass. Steele began her music career as Micki Steele with The Runaways. ‘All Over the Place,’ spawned the singles”Hero Takes a Fall,” and “Going Down to Liverpool” which featured Susanna’s childhood neighbor and family friend Leonard Nimoy. The Bangles popularity escalated and was asked to join such acts as ‘Cyndi Lauper’ and ‘Huey Lewis and the News’ on tour. Susanna Hoffs and The Bangles had captivated the attention of R&B/Pop/Funk/ music artist & songwriter ‘Prince.’ Prince offered his penned single “Manic Monday” (1984) to The Bangles and the group promptly brought the tune into the recording studio. “Manic Monday” (1986) became The Bangles first big hit peaking at #2 on Billboards US Charts. Their second studio album ‘Different Light’ (1986) produced by David Kahne peaked at #2 on the US Billboard Charts and is considered to be their most successful to date. Also in 1986, The Bangles opened for 'Queen' at Slane Castle, Ireland. In 1987, “Walk like an Egyptian” won Best Video at the 15th Annual Music Awards and again at the 5th Annual American Video Awards. ‘Everything’ (1988) The Bangles third studio album spawned the Top 5 Hit “In Your Room,” and their worldwide #1 single “Eternal Flame” penned by Susanna Hoffs, Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly. The Bangles attained a well-deserved hiatus throughout the 90’s but returned with rock and roll vengeance in 1999. They released their fourth studio album entitled ‘Doll Revolution’ in 2003. Bassist Michael Steele officially left The Bangles in 2005 and the band decided to use guest bassists while on tour. The Bangles most recent album ‘Sweetheart of the Sun’ was released in 2011. In January of 2014, The Bangles returned to the legendary Whisky A GO GO to celebrate the club’s 50th anniversary. SUSANNA HOFFS: In 1991, Susanna released her debut solo album entitled ‘When You’re a Boy’ produced by David...

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Roger McGuinn The Legendary Voice of The Byrds:The Lost Interview!

4/23/2024
ROGER McGUINN LOST INTERVIEWS EPISODE 1 The Byrds become Roger McGuinn (lead guitars and vocals), Gene Clark (tambourine, vocals), David Crosby (rhythm guitars and vocals), Chris Hillman (bass guitar and vocals) and Michael Clarke (drums). Columbia Records signed The Byrds in 1965 and they recorded their first number one hit, a Bob Dylan penned song, “Mr. Tambourine Man.” The Byrds continued to score big commercially with their 1965 classic that was adapted from the book of Ecclesiastes in the Bible, “Turn! Turn! Turn!” “I’ll Feel a Whole Lot Better,” was another huge hit for the group in 1965 featuring McGuinn’s trademark jangling 12-string Rickenbacker. “Eight Miles High” was The Byrds 1966 Top 20 Psychedelic classic and “Mr. Spaceman” reached #36 on Billboard’s Top 100, both were featured on their Fifth Dimension album.” Dylan’s penned, “My Back Pages” released in 1967 #30 and “So You Want To Be A Rock ‘N’ Roll Star,” also released in 1967 was a #29 Billboard Top 100 hit. Gene Clark left the band in 1966. David Crosby and Michael Clarke departed in late 1967. In 1968, Gram Parsons was hired and The Byrds recorded their critically acclaimed release, “Sweetheart of the Rodeo.” Later in 1968, Hillman and Parsons left. In 1969, The Byrds recorded “Ballad of Easy Rider” for a film starring Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper. McGuinn also co-wrote, “Chestnut Mare” with Jacques Levy in 1969, a song intended to be featured in a musical inspired by Henrik Ibsen’s Peer Gynt. McGuinn led several Byrds lineups until 1973 when the original quintet reunited and then disbanded after the release of their 12th and final album Byrds. Roger McGuinn rejoined Gene Clark and Chris Hillman in 1978 and recorded three successful albums for Capitol Records. In 1981, McGuinn returned to his folk roots and began to tour acoustically as a solo artist. McGuinn, Crosby and Hillman performed as The Byrds in 1989 and 1990 and recorded four new songs for their box set released in 1991. The Byrds were also inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1991. PURCHASE THE ROCK STAR CHRONICLES Series one By RAY SHASHO Available At Bookbaby.com And amazon.com CHAPTER ONE SPOTLIGHTS INTERVIEWS WITH MANY OF THE MUSIC LEGENDS WHO ARE NO LONGER WITH US THE HARDCOVER EDITION IS A BONAFIDE COLLECTORS ITEM! …Order yours today on (Collector edition) Hardcover or E-book at bookbaby.com and amazon.com Featuring over 45 intimate conversations with some of the greatest rock legends the world will ever know. CHRIS SQUIRE... DR. JOHN... GREG LAKE... HENRY MCCULLOUGH... JACK BRUCE … JOE LALA… JOHNNY WINTER... KEITH EMERSON... PAUL KANTNER... RAY THOMAS... RONNIE MONTROSE... TONY JOE WHITE... DAVID CLAYTON-THOMAS… MIKE LOVE... TOMMY ROE... BARRY HAY... CHRIS THOMPSON... JESSE COLIN YOUNG... JOHN KAY... JULIAN LENNON... MARK LINDSAY... MICKY DOLENZ… PETER RIVERA ...TOMMY JAMES… TODD RUNDGREN... DAVE MASON... EDGAR WINTER... FRANK MARINO... GREGG ROLIE... IAN ANDERSON... JIM “DANDY” MANGRUM... JON ANDERSON... LOU GRAMM... MICK BOX... RANDY BACHMAN… ROBIN TROWER... ROGER FISHER... STEVE HACKETT... ANNIE HASLAM… ‘MELANIE’ SAFKA... PETULA CLARK... SUZI QUATRO... COLIN BLUNSTONE… DAVE DAVIES... JIM McCARTY... PETE BEST WHERE HAVE ALL THE ROCK STARS GONE? Rock and Roll, the Blues, and Jazz are America's contribution to the arts, so why are we not fighting to preserve our own musical legacy and culture? Rooted from the early blues pioneers, the longevity of rock and roll is second to none. But strangely enough those legendary rock heroes that we were so accustomed to hearing every time we turned on our radios had mysteriously vanished from the mainstream. The music of the 1960's, 70's and even the 80's was an important juncture in all of our lives. So many of us timeline life's precious moments with the music we remember, when the music was so great, when the music mattered. The baby-boomer generation is financially imperative yet many of its entertainment...

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Andy Tillison Leader of Prog Rockers 'The Tangent' New Music 'To Follow Polaris'

4/20/2024
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Andy Tillison is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and the leader of the progressive rock group The Tangent. The Tangent, hailing from Northern England, weaves cinematic and lyrical music, often addressing observations about our world. Their compositions defy traditional prog rock norms, embracing influences from various genres, including jazz, modern pop, progressive rock and more. Notably, the band avoids the stereotypical 12-string acoustic sound associated with classic prog rock, preferring a fresh and eclectic approach. The band’s philosophy centers around openness to contemporary bands and styles, transcending the boundaries set by the '70s prog rock icons. Their debut album, The Music that Died Alone, released in 2003, garnered attention as a “supergroup” project, although Tillison prefers to describe it as “a good idea” rather than a supergroup. Through personnel changes and fluidity, The Tangent continues to create music that defies conventions and resonates with listeners. The Tangent recently announced the release of a new studio album ‘To Follow Polaris’ on May 10th, 2024. The album was produced between January and November of 2023. The brand-new release features Andy Tillison using his multiple keyboards system but adds to the mix his first ever released performance on Bass Guitar and his second on stick driven (electronic) drums. Add electric and acoustic guitars and an electronic wind controller and this is a full band recording in every sense of the word. PLEASE WELCOME MULTI-INSTRUMENTALIST/SINGER/SONGWRITER/COMPOSER PRODUCER AND ENGINEER OF PROGRESSIVE JAZZ/ ROCK GROUP THE TANGENT, ANDY TILLISON TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … The Tangent recently announced the release of the new studio album ‘To Follow Polaris’ on May 10th, 2024. That's not necessarily a surprise, that's what the band are known for. But at the same time, it's something else too. As Andy jokes, playing on the Jaws strapline, he says "well this time it's actually no personnel". Today, a brand-new track aptly titled ‘The Single’ has been released, and you can watch the video here: https://youtu.be/mwdbLOerLH4 PREORDER THE NEW ALBUM BY THE TANGENT ENTITLED ‘TO FOLLOW POLARIS’ Officially released on May 10th, 2024. To Follow Polaris’ will be available as a Limited Deluxe Collector’s Edition CD Mediabook (including bonus track and extensive 24-page booklet, Gatefold 180g 2LP vinyl (also including bonus track), & as Digital Album. Pre-order now at https://thetangent.lnk.to/ToFollowPolaris FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ANDY TILLISON AND THE TANGENT VIST https://www.thetangent.org/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/groups/alltangentmembers/ Facebook https://twitter.com/thetangentmusic Twitter https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCwuhZb_tB9Ns0c2fJIJbIcw YouTube https://open.spotify.com/artist/2DefJEtso8VshihzHW0gh1 Spotify Discography Studio albums The Music That Died Alone (2003) The World That We Drive Through (2004) A Place in the Queue (2006) Not as Good as the Book (2008) Down and Out in Paris and London (2009) COMM (2011) Le Sacre du Travail (2013) L'Etagère du Travail (2013) limited edition: material recorded for but not released on Le Sacre du Travail A Spark in the Aether (2015) The Slow Rust of Forgotten Machinery (2017) Proxy (2018) Auto Reconnaissance (2020) Songs from the Hard Shoulder (2022) To Follow Polaris (2024) Live albums Pyramids and Stars (2005) Going Off on One (2007) Going Off on Two (2010) London or Paris, Berlin or Southend On Sea (2012) Hotel Cantaffordit (with Karmakanic as Tangekanic) (2018) Compilation albums A Place on the Shelf - a special enthusiast's collection (2009) Support us on PayPal!

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Robert Berry Talks New Release 'Beyond Shadowland' by supergroup 'Six by Six'

4/16/2024
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. SiX By SiX (featuring Ian Crichton, Nigel Glockler & Robert Berry) launch ‘Obiliex’; second single from forthcoming new album ‘Beyond Shadowland.’ SiX By SiX, the progressive power trio comprising Ian Crichton (Saga), Nigel Glockler (Saxon) and Robert Berry (3.2), recently announced the release of their sophomore album ‘Beyond Shadowland’ on InsideOutMusic on April 26th, 2024. The band reconvened in Berry’s own Soundtek Studios in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2023 to bend, shape, hammer and caress their diverse musical talents into 11 impressive new tracks. With this album, they continue to define and build upon their unique melodic space, welding guitar-driven rock, metal and prog into a unique and powerful sonic setting. The bands self-titled debut, released in 2022, established the trio as a power chord-driven celebration of artistry, passion and persistence. Prog Magazine said that the record was “exciting, often potent and demands repeated listens”, while Classic Rock Magazine called it “an inspired opening salvo that bubbles with chemistry.” SIX BY SIX is … Ian Crichton best known as one of the founding members of Saga, alongside his brother Jim. Saga went on to sell roughly 10 million albums world-wide and continues to perform around the world. Nigel Glockler best known as the drummer for British metal band SAXON. His powerhouse drumming is the engine that drives SiX By SiX’s songs forwards relentlessly. Robert Berry, moved to the UK to work with guitarist Steve Howe (of Yes fame) along with drummer Nigel Glockler to revitalize GTR. When GTR stalled, Robert partnered with British rock legends Keith Emerson and Carl Palmer to form ‘3’. With Emerson and Palmer, Robert achieved a top ten charting single and toured the USA. Robert’s melodic sensibilities complement Ian’s extraordinary guitar and Nigel’s signature drumming perfectly. Today they launch the album’s second single, and you can watch the video for ‘Obiliex’ here: https://youtu.be/y7QGXoTIvlI PLEASE WELCOME MUSICIAN/SINGER/SONGWRITER/PRODUCER/ENGINEER… ROBERT BERRY TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PREORDER BEYOND SHADOWLAND BY SIX BY SIX (featuring Ian Crichton, Nigel Glockler & Robert Berry) The band’s self-titled debut, released in 2022, established the trio as a power cord-driven celebration of artistry, passion, and persistence. Prog Magazine said that the record was “exciting, often potent and demands repeated listens”, while Classic Rock Magazine called it “an inspired opening salvo that bubbles with chemistry.” Pre-order now at https://sixbysix.lnk.to/BeyondShadowland Vinyl-only bonus tracks: 1.SiX By SiX Orchestra Medley 2.The Arms of a Word (Instrumental) 3.Honor Bridge 4.The Mission (Instrumental) ALSO PURCHASE THEIR SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM SIX BY SIX Progressive Rock Band SiX BY SiX released their self-titled debut album featuring members of Saga, The Greg Kihn Band & Saxon. On more than 45 minutes of prog-influenced heavy rock Robert Berry (vocals), Ian Crichton (Guitar) and Nigel Glockler deliver a very strong musical statement. The signature guitar sound of Saga-Guitarist Ian Crichton provides the final touch to an all-around harmonic longplayer. available at amazon.com FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ROBERT BERRY AND SIX BY SIX VISIT https://www.robertberry.com/ Robert Berry official website https://www.facebook.com/Robertberrymusic/ Robert Berry Facebook https://sixbysixband.com/ Six by Six official website https://www.facebook.com/Sixbysixband Facebook https://twitter.com/sixbysixband Twitter https://www.instagram.com/sixbysixband/ Instagram Discography Solo albums Back to Back (1985) Pilgrimage to a Point (1992) In These Eyes (1994) Takin' it Back (1995) A Soundtrack for the Wheel of Time (1999) Prime Cuts (2006) The Dividing Line (2008) With Hush Hush (1978) 79 (1979) Hot Tonight...

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Michael Cartellone Adept Painter & Musician w/Rock Legend's Lynyrd Skynyrd

4/4/2024
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Michael Cartellone was born in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1962. He attended the Cleveland Institute of Art at the age of four, with his focus set on the Visual Arts. Indeed, Michael intended a career in Visual Arts for the next five years, until he began drumming at the age of nine. He completely threw himself into drumming, playing his first professional gig at a bar at the age of eleven, although he never stopped painting. Cartellone continued studying both drumming and painting simultaneously, throughout his grade school and high school years. By the time he graduated high school, he was performing four nights a week, earning his living as a musician; yet at the same time, he had begun selling his paintings. As he explains it, "music and art have always been two halves of a whole." At the age of twenty-two, Cartellone moved to New York City to further his career. He worked in the art department of a large clothing manufacturer in the garment industry by day and played the drums by night. It was during this time that he had his first gallery show, at King Street Gallery in the Washington D.C. area. His move to New York City was a true springboard for his music career. Before long, he found himself in a new band called "Damn Yankees", which went on to multi-platinum status. Other recording and /or touring credits include John Fogerty, Cher, Peter Frampton and Freddie Mercury. In 1998, Cartellone joined the legendary Southern Rock Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, where he can currently be seen on tour throughout the world. Please welcome the founding member of Damn Yankees and current drummer of Lynyrd Skynyrd since 1999. American drummer and artist MICHAEL CARTELLONE to Interviewing the Legends. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT MICHAEL CARTELLONE VISIT https://www.wentworthgallery.com Wentworth gallery https://www.lynyrdskynyrd.com/ Lynyrd Skynyrd official website https://www.facebook.com/LynyrdSkynyrd Facebook https://twitter.com/skynyrd Twitter https://www.youtube.com/SkynyrdOfficial YouTube https://www.instagram.com/skynyrd/ Instagram https://nancymeyer.net/ Nancy Meyer official website CELEBRATED LYNYRD SKYNYRD DRUMMER AND VISUAL ARTIST MICHAEL CARTELLONE Announces Asheville Artwork Debut Exclusive Art Exhibition & Opening Reception set for May 25th BELLA ITALIA: New Works by Michael Cartellone & Philip DeAngelo LYNYRD SKYNYRD TOUR DATES 2024 Charleston, WV APR 04 Mississippi Coast Coliseum (The Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top) Biloxi, MS APR 05 Donald L Tucker Civic Center (The Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top) Tallahassee, FL APR 06 Propst Arena at the Von Braun Center (The Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top) Huntsville, AL APR 12 Ford Center (The Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top) Evansville, IN APR 13 Vibrant Arena (The Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top) Moline, IL APR 14 Resch Center (The Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top) Green Bay, WI APR 18 Simmons Bank Arena (The Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top) North Little Rock, AR APR 19 Cajundome (The Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top) Lafayette, LA APR 20 American Bank Center (The Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour ZZ Top and Lynyrd Skynyrd) Corpus Christi, TX MAY 12 Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Tampa, FL May 19 Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival 2024 Winchester, CA JUN 06 CMA FEST - Nissan Stadium Nashville, TN JUN 07 Rock The Country Reddick, FL JUN 28 Ovation Hall Atlantic City, NJ JUN 29 Buckeye Motorcycle and Music Rally Columbus, OH AUG 07 Musikfest 2024 Bethlehem, PA AUG 09 Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort (The Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top) Mount Pleasant, MI AUG 10 Neon Nights Festival 2024 North...

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Terry Reid 'Superlungs' Legendary Singer,Songwriter,Musician, Exclusive Interview!

4/3/2024
TERRY REID ‘SUPERLUNGS’ THE LEGENDARY SINGER WHO TURNED DOWN LED ZEPPELIN AND DEEP PURPLE: A SPECIAL EVENT ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Terry Reid, ‘Superlungs’ as he’s affectionately known, is without doubt one of the greatest rock/soul voices ever produced or is indeed likely to. A Terry Reid concert should be a cherished memory for any self-respecting fan of the greats of British music. Terry turned down the front man’s job with Led Zeppelin, recommending his mate Robert Plant instead, a similar offer and rebuff to Deep Purple. Aretha Franklin’s stated that The Beatles, Rolling Stones and Terry Reid were the best England had to offer in 1968. He underwent two World Tours with The Rolling Stones, US tours with Cream, UK tours with Jethro Tull and Fleetwood Mac, The Isle of White Festival in 1969 and Glastonbury in 1970, played at Mick Jagger’s wedding, before soured record deals resulted in Terry leaving Britain for America nearly 40 years ago. All true, but the full story includes numerous collaborations with Graham Nash, covers of Reid songs by Marianne Faithfull, The Hollies, The Raconteurs (the hugely popular ‘Rich Kid Blues’), film soundtracks, including a song in George Clooney’s film ‘Up In The Air’, and a catalogue of 6 studio albums, including the seminal album ‘The River’, re-released to critical acclaim in 2002 and the 1976 Nash produced ‘Seed of Memory’. A Reid song ‘Horses Through a Rainstorm’ also features on CSN’s box set. Terry’s most recent release is entitled ‘The Other Side of the River’ and released an incredible live album entitled ‘Terry Reid Live in London.’ PLEASE WELCOME LEGENDARY SINGER SONGWRITER AND MUSICIAN OFTEN REFERRED TO AS SUPERLUNGS…TERRY REID TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PURCHASE THE LATEST RELEASE BY TERRY REID The Other Side of the River A double LP housed in a Stoughton gatefold "tip-on" jacket. Remastered from the original analog tapes. Track notes by Terry Reid. 6 never heard Reid compositions, plus 5 very different alternate takes - all previously unreleased. British musician Terry Reid is a relatively unsung legend. With his incredible voice (that earned him the nickname "Superlungs"), spot-on songwriting, and underrated guitar skills, Reid invented new sounds and others followed suit. His 1973 LP, River, is an under-the-radar but deeply loved album. Our special new release, The Other Side Of The River, features all previously unreleased material from the River sessions, including six never-before-heard Reid compositions and five very different alternate takes of tracks from River. Over the decades, as River went in and out of print, there were rumors of a mythological double album's worth of unreleased material. The rumors turned out to be true, as the entire album was recorded twice: once with British producer Eddy Offord and again with the legendary Tom Dowd. The sessions captured Reid's free-associative mix of folk, blues, rock, jazz, bossa-nova, soul, and samba, recalling at times Tim Buckley and Van Morrison, while featuring some remarkable guests including Gilberto Gil on percussion, Ike & Tina Turner's Ikettes on vocals, and David Lindley, of psych band Kaleidoscope, on violin. The Other Side Of The River includes songs that even Terry had forgotten - rockers in the style of the River track "Dean," Latin grooves with percussionist Willie Bobo, and beautifully sparse vocal material not unlike David Crosby's If Only I Could Remember My Name and John Martyn's Solid Air. available at amazon.com ALSO TERRY REID LIVE IN LONDON Terry Reid returns annually to London to play a residency at the legendary Ronnie Scott's club. Putting together a cracking band, Terry has performed two hours plus sets that have delighted his audiences, and Terry, who says of Ronnie's: The room has a special quality that allows me to talk to you as if you were in my own front room, where...

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Brian Tarquin & Heavy Friends Release New Album Honoring Our Vets!

3/22/2024
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. BRIAN TARQUIN NEW ALBUM ‘BEYOND THE WARRIOR’S EYES’ By BRIAN TARQUIN & HEAVY FRIENDS: HONORING MILITARY SOLDIERS WHO DEFEND OUR FREEDOMS: ZOOM EXCLUSIVE! Featuring a true star-studded musician tribute Jean Luc Ponty, Eric Johnson, Robben Ford (Miles Davis), Steve Morse (Deep Purple), Dean Brown (David Sanborn), Hal Lindes (Dire Straits), Chris Poland (Megadeth), John Tropea (Billy Cobham), Steve Kindler (Jeff Beck), Carl Verheyen (Supertramp) & Larry McCray (John Mayall), the late Phil Naro, and the Budapest Symphony Orchestra) and more! Lifting our veterans through music is something that Brian Tarquin & his Heavy Friends will do until there are no more wars. Brian’s friends include superhero musicians that love working with him on several albums he’s released from hard rock to jazz over the past (20) years). “‘Beyond The Warrior’s Eyes” was released January 19th on Downtown Music honoring military soldiers who defend our freedoms. Traquin says, I wanted a true star-studded musician tribute of soaring instrumental songs. So, I was very fortune to get such iconic players as Jean Luc Ponty, Eric Johnson, Robben Ford, and Steve Morse to help me express our gratitude.” “Beyond The Warrior’s Eyes” mission is to support the charity, Hope For The Warriors, who provide medical care, mental health counseling, professional training and education, physical conditioning and transition services for wounded, ill, and injured Marines and Navy members. Brian’s weekly NPR radio show called Guitar Trax on WFIT 89.5FM (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WFIT) on the Florida Space Coast is streamed on www.wfit.org. He hosts in-depth interviews with world-renowned guitarists every Monday night from 10pm-Midnight. Please welcome three-time Emmy award winner, American jazz fusion guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, recording artist, sound engineer, record producer, and composer Brian Tarquin to Interviewing the Legends … PURCHASE THE NEW ALBUM 'BEYOND THE WARRIOR’S EYES' By BRIAN TARQUIN & HEAVY FRIENDS Featuring Jazz violinist Jean Luc Ponty, guitarists Eric Johnson, Grammy winner Robben Ford, Chris Poland, Steve Morse, Phil Naro and others. Available at https://guitartrax.bandcamp.com/album/beyond-the-warriors-eyes “BEYOND THE WARRIOR’S EYES IS A JAZZ ROCK FUSION MAGNUM OPUS. A CELEBRATED PATRIOTIC MELODIC SALUTE TO OUR BRAVE TROOPS WHO GRANT US FREEDOM EVERYDAY… PERFORMED BY AN ALL-STAR CAST OF PROFICIENT MUSICIANS KNOWN AS BRIAN TARQUIN & HEAVY FRIENDS. IT'S JEFF BECK, MAHAVISHNU, COOL JAZZ AND TARQUIN ORCHESTRATION MAGIC." 5 stars! By Music Journalist Ray Shasho FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BRIAN TARQUIN VISIT https://www.briantarquin.com/ Official website https://www.instagram.com/tarquinjazz/ Instagram https://www.facebook.com/BrianTarquinheavyfriends/ Facebook https://guitartrax.bandcamp.com/ Bandcamp https://twitter.com/guitartrax65?lang=en Twitter https://open.spotify.com/artist/2giMW0q2qh3k6ZIrFEsux2 Spotify https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WFIT Brian’s weekly NPR radio show called Guitar Trax on WFIT 89.5FM https://support.hopeforthewarriors.org/Beyond-The-Warriors-Eyes “Beyond The Warrior’s Eyes” Special Donation Page: Books By Brian Tarquin Survival Guide for Music Composers (Hal Leonard) - 2018 USA Best Book Winner Award Guitar Encyclopedia (Allworth Press) - 2014 USA Best Book Winner Award Guitar Amplifier Encyclopedia (Allworth Press) - 2017 USA Best Book Finalist Award Stomp on This: The Guitar Pedal Effects Guidebook (Cengage) - 2015 USA Best Book Finalist Award Insider’s Guide to Home Recording (Allworth Press) - 2015 USA Best Book Finalist Award Insider’s Guide to Music Licensing (Allworth Press) - 2014 USA Best Book Finalist Award Recording Techniques of the Guitar Masters (Cengage) interviews with Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Eric Johnson. DISCOGRAPHY studio albums Ghost Dance...

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Durga McBroom Legendary Backup Singer for Pink Floyd Exclusive Interview!

3/12/2024
DURGA McBROOM LEGENDARY PINK FLOYD BACKUP SINGER REVERED FOR “GREAT GIG IN THE SKY,” AND THE VOICE OF BRIT DUO ‘BLUE PEARL’ ZOOM SPECIAL EDITION ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS! Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. After working as an actress, dancer and singer in the United States, Durga McBroom and her sister Lorelei McBroom worked with Pink Floyd as backing vocalists. She went on to have a long stint with them, being the only backing vocalist to appear consistently on all of their shows starting from the November 1987 concert at Omni Arena of A Momentary Lapse of Reason Tour up to the final concert of The Division Bell Tour in October 1994. She also performed on their appearance at the 1990 Knebworth festival and has provided vocals for the Pink Floyd live albums Delicate Sound of Thunder, and Pulse, and the Pink Floyd studio albums The Division Bell, and The Endless River, as well as David Gilmour's 2001 solo tour. Around 1989, McBroom formed the band Blue Pearl with record producer Youth, singing, playing some keyboards and co-writing all of their material. As part of Blue Pearl, she had several hit songs in the early 1990s, including "Naked in the Rain" (UK #4 in July 1990), "Little Brother" (UK #31 in October 1990), and a cover version of Kate Bush's "Running Up That Hill", all taken from the album Naked, released in 1990 on the Big Life label. Subsequent singles included "(Can You) Feel the Passion" (UK #14 in January 1992). She currently tours the world singing with various bands and has recorded a second Blue Pearl album with Youth. Another album is currently in the works with her sister Lorelei (produced by Dave Kerzner), including some cover songs as well as original material. She and her sister Lorelei are also featured on Steve Hackett's latest album At the Edge of Light, being featured on the chart-topping single “Underground Railroad”. PLEASE WELCOME THE INCREDIBLE AND REVERED BACKGROUND SINGER FOR PINK FLOYD DURGA McBROOM TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PURCHASE BLACK FLOYD BY THE McBROOM SISTERS BUY IT NOW! ON BAND CAMP https://sonicelements.bandcamp.com/album/black-floyd ON AMAZON https://www.amazon.com/Black-Floyd-McBroom-Sisters/dp/B08D3K46YS ON ITUNES https://music.apple.com/us/album/black-floyd/1523793536 This is the debut album of The McBroom Sisters called "Black Floyd," “titled to honor the roots of Rock and Roll, as we revisit the genre.” The McBroom Sisters are Durga McBroom and Lorelei McBroom, former backing vocalists for the legendary Pink Floyd and many others. On this album they sing both lead and backing vocals on a combination of classic Pink Floyd covers and their own original songs co-written with Jon Carin, Guy Pratt, Lemmy Kilmister, Paul Litteral, Dave Kerzner and more. Credits Black Floyd by The McBroom Sisters features vocals by Lorelei McBroom, Durga McBroom and special guest vocalists Louise Goffin, Lara Smiles and Emily Lynn. Guitars by David Domminney Fowler, Fernando Perdomo, Randy McStine, Billy Sherwood and Steve McElroy. Keyboards by Dave Kerzner, Jon Carin, Jason Sawford, Dave Innis, David Domminney Fowler and Paul Grant. Bass by Fernando Perdomo, Ricky Howard and drums by Derek Cintron, Paul Bonney, Nick Mason and David Domminney Fowler. Trumpet Paul Litteral, Saxophone Mike Kidson and Violin by Lili Haydn. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT DURGA McBROOM VISIT https://mcbroomsisters.com/ The McBroom Sisters official website https://www.facebook.com/themcbroomsisters/ Facebook https://www.instagram.com/themcbroomsistersofficial/ Instagram https://sonicelements.bandcamp.com/album/black-floyd Bandcamp https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHnJa1_HDL-Yx9V1rV3gtuw YouTube channel https://www.facebook.com/DurgaMcBroomHudson/ Durga McBroom Facebook First bonded by blood, then later by music, The McBroom Sisters have created an extraordinary musical experience entitled Black Floyd, based on a...

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Steve Janevski Guitarist for Aussie Heavy Metal Band 'Wicked Smile'

3/5/2024
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Australia’s Wicked Smile are all about bringing back fist pumping heavy rock to the forefront. The boys released one of the albums of the year in 2021; a collection of ten ‘killer songs’, produced by Paul Laine (The Defiants) and mastered by Bruno Ravel (The Defiants/Danger Danger). Guitarist Stevie Janevski goes on to say, “we’re a five-piece kick ass heavy rock band and I think we made our presence known with the release of our debut album Wait For The Night". Lyrically, ‘Wait for the Night’ explores current issues within society such as civil unrest, bullying and mental health. Songs like We Fall, Sign Of Times, Daze Of Delirium, Stronger, Last Goodbye & Don’t Wait For Me are all thought provoking and not the cliché lyrics that you’d expect for this style of heavy rock. Wicked Smile has been overwhelmed by the positive response from the underground rock and metal community. Fans of Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Dio and Skid Row should feel at home, with the band drawing major influence from seventies and eighties heavy rock and heavy metal. The boys released a new ep titled 'Night Time Riders' and toured the United Kingdom (for the second time in one year) with dates in November and December 2023, where they performed at renowned festivals such as Winter Storm & Planet Rockstock. PLEASE WELCOME THE GUITARIST FOR AUSTRALIAN METAL BAND ‘WICKED SMILE’ AND THE FATHER OF AUSSIE ROCKER CHICK CASSIDY PARIS STEVE JANEVSKI TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS... PURCHASE THE LATEST RELEASE BY WICKED SMILE entitled ‘NIGHT TIME RIDERS’ AND debut full length album! ‘WAIT FOR THE NIGHT’ BY WICKED SMILE Both available At https://wickedsmileband.com/buy-the-cd also amazon.com FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT WICKED SMILE VISIT https://wickedsmileband.com/ official website https://www.facebook.com/wickedsmileband Facebook https://www.instagram.com/wickedsmileband Instagram https://www.youtube.com/c/wickedsmile YouTube https://twitter.com/wickedsmile6 Twitter https://open.spotify.com/artist/50lg1E6ArWar7DlDNwHyif Spotify https://cassidyparis.com/ Cassidy Paris official website (Steve Janevski’s daughter) DISCOGRAPHY with WICKED SMILE Wait For The Night Released: 2021 Format: CD Delirium Released:2020 EP Night Time Riders Released:2023 EP with BLACK MAJESTY Sands of Time Released: 2002 Format: EP Sands of Time Released: 2003 Format: CD Silent Company Released: 2005 Format: CD Tomorrowland Released: 2007 Format: CD In Your Honour Released: 2010 Format: CD Stargazer Released: 2012 Format: CD Cross of Thorns Released: 2015 Format: CD Children of the Abyss Released: 2018 Format: CD Support us on PayPal!

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Jay Aston and Gene Loves Jezebel New Album and U.S. Tour Exclusive!

2/23/2024
BRITISH ROCK MASTERS JAY ASTON’S GENE LOVES JEZEBEL COMPLETE THEIR COMEBACK WITH NEW ALBUM ‘LOVE DEATH SORROW’ AND MASSIVE U.S. TOUR WITH THE ALARM AND BELOUIS SOME! EXCLUSIVE ZOOM INTERVIEW WITH JAY ASTON! Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho Jay Aston, the driving force behind the indomitable, critically acclaimed rock outfit Jay Aston’s Gene Loves Jezebel, has once again summoned the essence of the group’s iconic sound with their latest studio album, X – Love Death Sorrow. Released across all formats on December 1, the album represents a culmination of the band’s collective artistry. With the steadfast collaboration of esteemed guitarist James Stevenson (renowned for his work with The Alarm, Gen X, The Cult) and seasoned bassist Peter Rizzo, along with the return of acclaimed producer Peter Walsh, known for his instrumental role in crafting the band’s classic ’80s albums, X – Love Death Sorrow delivers a compelling blend of original compositions and captivating cover songs. This latest offering stands as a testament to the band’s enduring legacy and serves as one of the most formidable additions to their extensive discography. But that’s not all! Jay Aston’s Gene Loves Jezebel is thrilled to reveal a major announcement: they will be embarking on a cross-country US tour alongside The Alarm and Belouis Some, set to kick off in May. This highly anticipated tour promises to be a must-see event for fans of both bands, offering a unique opportunity to experience their electrifying live performances in venues across the nation. PLEASE WELCOME LEGENDARY SINGER/SONGWRITER/GUITARIST FOR BRITISH ROCK BAND GENE LOVES JEZEBEL JAY ASTON TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PURCHASE THE NEW ALBUM BY GENE LOVES JEZEBEL Featuring JAY ASTON entitled X – LOVE DEATH SORROW The triumphant return of gothic/dark rock icons Gene Loves Jezebel, with this landmark studio album! This is the first studio album the band has released since 2017's Dance Underwater and features the return of producer Peter Walsh (who produced the band's classic albums)! This album mixes superb original tracks with outstanding covers of songs originally performed by Magazine, The Cure, Edwynn Collins, The Only Ones and more! Purchase the CD/Vinyl: https://cleorecs.com/store/?s=Love+Death+Sorrow&post_type=product Order the digital: https://orcd.co/genelovesjezebel-xlovedeathsorrow “LOVE DEATH SORROW IS THE BEST ALBUM TO DATE BY JAY ASTON AND BRIT ROCK LEGENDS GENE LOVES JEZEBEL. PASSIONATE SONGWRITING BLENDED WITH COVERS THAT HAVE CREATIVELY SURPASSED THE ORIGINALS MUSICALLY. A CELEBRATORY RETURN SINCE 2017’s ‘DANCE UNDERWATER.’” 5 STARS! … BY MUSIC JOURNALIST RAY SHASHO FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT GENE LOVES JEZEBEL Featuring JAY ASTON Visit https://genelovesjezebel.co.uk/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/OfficialGeneLovesJezebel/ Facebook https://www.instagram.com/genelovesjezebelwithjayaston/ Instagram https://twitter.com/geneluvsjezebel?lang=en Twitter https://music.youtube.com/channel/UChfYyBcr2ViG4RowNCUusUw YouTube https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Egyhh5C7MvfJaWXFx1qc4 Spotify GENE LOVES JEZEBEL LIVE 2024 USA ‘LIVE TODAY LOVE TOMORROW’ TOUR SUPPORTING THE ALARM MAY 2024 as Jay Aston’s Gene Loves Jezebel May 1 New Orleans, LA House of Blues May 2 Austin, TX Emo’s May 3 Houston, TX House of Blues May 4 Ft. Worth, TX Tannahill’s May 6 St. Louis, MO Delmar Hall May 7 Kansas City, MO Knuckleheads May 8 Minneapolis, MN Parkway Theater May 9 Chicago, IL Des Plaines Theatre May 10 Detroit, MI Magic Bag May 12 Pittsburgh, PA Jergel’s (Warrendale) May 13 Toronto, ON El Mocambo May 14 Buffalo, NY Asbury Hall May 15 Cleveland, OH Temple Live @ Masonic May 16 Asbury Park, NJ Asbury Lanes May 17 Philadelphia, PA Colonial Theater (Phoenixville) May 18 Falls Church, VA State Theater May 19 Richmond, VA The National May 22 Huntington, NY Paramount May...

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Eric Bibb Legendary Blues/Folk Artist Talks Critically Acclaimed Live Release!

2/20/2024
Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Three-Time GRAMMY Nominee and Blues Legend Eric Bibb Readies New Live at The Scala Theatre Album for April 5 Release on Stony Plain Records, Under Exclusive Worldwide License from Repute Records A three-time Grammy nominee with multiple Blues Foundation awards, Eric Bibb is known and revered globally for having carved his own musical destiny with honesty and power. Eric’s father, the late Leon Bibb, was an activist, actor, and folksinger who marched at Selma with Dr. Martin Luther King. Eric’s youth was spent immersed in the Greenwich Village folk scene. Bob Dylan, Joan Baez and Pete Seeger were visitors to his home. He was deeply influenced by Odetta, Richie Havens and Taj Mahal, and he has synthesized all of that into his very own style. Eric Bibb is one of the world’s most prolific Blues troubadours, with an illustrious career spanning 5 decades and over 40 albums. Bibb has received three Grammy nominations, multiple Blues Foundation ‘Artist of the Year’ and ‘Album of the Year’ awards, and countless more accolades along the way. As Eric reflects on his musical journey, gratitude pervades. Evolution is evident in his voice and guitar playing, with his words providing grounding in truth and fostering a vision of unity amid a world filled with divisive rhetoric. Eric Bibb is more than a blues troubadour; he is a storyteller and philosopher. His legacy is not just in the notes he plays or the stages he graces, but in the questions, he poses and the hope he instills. His latest release is Eric Bibb Live at the Scala Theatre in Stockholm. The album will be officially released on April 5th but is currently available for preorder. PLEASE WELCOME THREE-TIME GRAMMY NOMINEE… BLUES TROUBADOUR/GUITARIST/SONGWRITER/ ERIC BIBB TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PREORDER ERIC BIBB LIVE AT THE SCALA THEATRE STOCKHOLM Official release April 5th Preorder Now at https://stonyplainrecords.com/ericbibb/ Live at The Scala Theatre is the latest recording from blues troubadour Eric Bibb, which follows 2023’s Grammy nominated album, Ridin’. Performed and recorded in front of a live audience at Stockholm’s Scala Theatre on September 30, 2022, the atmosphere captured in these recordings is electric. With a career now spanning five decades, three Grammy nominations, a multitude of Blues Foundation awards and countless more accolades, Eric Bibb has secured his legacy as a legendary figure in the blues and roots genre. “ERIC BIBB IS A NATIONAL TREASURE! HIS LATEST RELEASE ‘LIVE AT THE SCALA THEATRE’ -STOCKHOLM IS THE MOST EXCEPTIONALLY ENGINEERED LIVE ALBUM I’VE HEARD IN DECADES. I GENUINELY FELT AS THOUGH I WAS SITTING FRONT ROW CENTER. BIBB’S PERFORMANCE WAS INSPIRING, ENRICHING AND GRATIFYING. ERIC BIBB IS A LEGEND IN HIS OWN TIME!” 5 STARS! …BY MUSIC JOURNALIST RAY SHASHO ALSO PURCHASE ERIC BIBB’S 2024 GRAMMY Nominated Album RIDIN’ The follow-up to his multiple award-winning, critically acclaimed 2021 album, Dear America, Ridin’ is a continuation of the vision and ethos that informs Bibb’s artistry as a modern-day Blues troubadour, receiving a GRAMMY nomination in the 'Best Traditional Blues' category. Available at amazon.com FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ERIC BIBB VISIT https://www.ericbibb.com/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/EricBibbMusic Facebook https://www.instagram.com/ericbibbmusic/ Instagram https://open.spotify.com/artist/2uNcfNhlVJUyEX0t0NG1m1?si=EEDYb5oxRuyccp7Do_UUpQ&nd=1&dlsi=c273367ca4fd4bd4 Spotify https://www.youtube.com/@EricBibb YouTube ERIC BIBB DISCOGRAPHY Studio albums Ain't It Grand (MNW, 1972) Rainbow People (Opus 3, 1977) Golden Apples of the Sun (Opus 3, 1983) Me to You (Code Blue, 1997) Home to Me (Ruf, 1999) Roadworks (Ruf, 2000) Just Like Love (Opus 3, 2000) Painting Signs (Manhaton/EarthBeat!, 2001) Natural Light (Manhaton, 2003) A Ship Called Love...

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Brian Tuohy America's Expert Authority On Game Fixing In Sports: Exclusive!

2/14/2024
Hello everyone and welcome to a continuing special report expose on professional sports fixing in America on Interviewing the Legends… I’m your host Ray Shasho ARE PROFESSIONAL SPORTS FIXED? Would you leave a multi-billion-dollar industry up to chance? Brian Tuohy is the controversial author of the books The Fix Is In, Larceny Games, Disaster Government, and A Season in the Abyss: Sports Gambling vs. The NFL's Integrity. He is considered America’s leading expert on game fixing in sports and is recognized as a scholarly authority by the United States Supreme Court (seriously). He has written for Sports Illustrated, Vice Sports, Sports on Earth, and other publications while appearing as a guest on the likes of the Dan Patrick show, Coast to Coast AM, Chris Myers Interviews, Alex Jones, and has been a guest on over 200 different national & local radio programs and podcasts. Brian has spoken at Florida State University, the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University and Columbia College Chicago. Despite all of these accomplishments, the national sports media by and large continues to ignore his work. PLEASE WELCOME BEST-SELLING AUTHOR, INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALIST AND AMERICA’S LEADING AUTHORITY IN GAME FIXING IN SPORTS BRIAN TUOHY TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PURCHASE THESE INCREDIBLE BOOKS BY BRIAN TUOHY All available at amazon.com The Fix Is In: The Showbiz Manipulations of the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL and NASCAR Professional sports in America: it's all about fair play and the goal of winning championships. At least that's the spin. But could it be a massive showbiz operation filled with greedy owners, crooked referees, and coddled players, all with the unstated goal of grabbing as much money as possible? The Fix Is Still In: Corruption and Conspiracies the Pro Sports Leagues Don't Want You To Know About n this long-anticipated sequel to his jarring takedown of professional sports, The Fix Is In, internationally recognized game fixing expert and scholarly authority Brian Tuohy further reveals the truths all sports fans need to know. Based on dedicated research and previously unreleased FBI files, each chapter exposes sports in a manner none of the major leagues’ broadcast partners would dare attempt. A Season in the Abyss: Sports Gambling vs. The NFL's Integrity Football and gambling. The two activities are inseparable. Yet the National Football League states it does not want fans to bet on its games. The league even fought against the state of New Jersey to keep sports gambling illegal. Larceny Games: Sports Gambling, Game Fixing and the FBI Major League Baseball claims it hasn't had a game fixed by gamblers since 1919. Point shaving hasn't admittedly occurred in the NBA since 1954. And the NFL publicly states not one of its games has come under outside influence--ever. This league-sponsored history, however, is wrong. Disaster Government: National Emergencies, Continuity of Government and You Revealed within the pages of Disaster Government is the most detailed information ever made public regarding Continuity of Government programs. These are the Top Secret plans the U.S. federal government created to save itself in the event of a nuclear war or some other "national emergency." What is a national emergency? You'd be surprised. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BRIAN TUOHY VISIT https://www.thefixisin.net/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/TheFixIsInTuohy/ Facebook https://twitter.com/thefixisintuohy Twitter https://www.youtube.com/user/MrBrian2e YouTube https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-tuohy-5549b421/ Linkedin Support us on PayPal!

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Albert Hammond Releasing First New Album of Original Material in 20 Years!

2/10/2024
ALBERT HAMMOND LEGENDARY SINGER… PROLIFIC SONGWRITER…MUSICIAN AND RECORD PRODUCER RELEASING NEW ALBUM ENTITLED ‘BODY OF WORK’ ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS! Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Albert Hammond grew up in Gibraltar. In 1960, Albert left school, formed a band and began sending out recordings of his very first compositions to labels in England, where they were released by Parlophone Records. Soon thereafter, Albert met Mike Hazlewood and almost immediately, they teamed up as collaborators and began gaining recognition as a songwriting team: “Little Arrows” (Leapy Lee in 1968 – top 10 country and pop charts), “Make Me An Island” (a number one hit in 14 countries), “Gimme Dat Ding” (The Pipkins in 1970 – pop and R&B charts), “Freedom Come, Freedom Go” (The Fortunes in 1971), “Good Morning Freedom” (Blue Mink, 1970). “Gimme Dat Ding” was written for a children’s television program called “Oliver In The Overworld” which starred Freddie and the Dreamers. Having become one of Britain’s most successful songwriting teams, Albert and Mike decided to move to southern California. Albert played his songs to every record company possible, until Hal Landers and Bobby Roberts gave him the first artist’s contract ever for their newly built Mums label, a division of CBS’s Epic label. After auditioning for CBS president Clive Davis, and over 30 other people, Albert was asked to record some songs. Albert went into the studio to record what would become the It Never Rains In Southern California album. The title song went to number five in the U.S. and became a worldwide success. This offered Albert the opportunity to tour, which led him to almost all continents. Albert went on to record seven English-language albums for the CBS label. Hammond is also known for … "Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now" by Starship, "One Moment in Time" sung by Whitney Houston, "The Air That I Breathe", a hit for the Hollies, "To All the Girls I've Loved Before", a Julio Iglesias/Willie Nelson duet, and "When I Need You" by Leo Sayer. Just a few of the many hits that Albert Hammond is known for. Please welcome legendary singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer ALBERT HAMMOND to Interviewing the Legends … PREORDER THE NEW ALBUM BY ALBERT HAMMOND Entitled BODY OF WORK available at https://hammond.lnk.to/bodyofworkWE Albert Hammond is one of the most prolific, versatile songwriters and performers of his or any generation. His earliest solo hits include “It Never Rains in Southern California” and “The Free Electric Band.” His contributions to popular music (writing and and/or contributing to hit songs by Tina Turner, Whitney Houston, Willie Nelson and Julio Iglesias, Diana Ross, Starship, The Hollies, Joe Cocker, Johnny Cash, Aretha Franklin) across genres and generations. "LEGENDARY SINGER & SONGWRITER ALBERT HAMMOND TRIUMPHANTLY RETURNS WITH HIS FIRST ALBUM OF ORIGINAL MATERIAL IN TWENTY YEARS. AN ECLECTIC MIX OF MONUMENTAL MUSIC! HAMMOND’S SONGS ALWAYS SOUND LIKE THEY BELONG AT THE TOP OF THE CHARTS AND HIS NEW RELEASE ‘BODY OF WORK’ IS NO EXCEPTION!" 5 STARS! …BY MUSIC JOURNALIST RAY SHASHO FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ALBERT HAMMOND VISIT https://www.alberthammond.com/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/AlbertHammondOfficial Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AlbertHammondOfficial Instagram https://twitter.com/alberthammond Twitter https://www.youtube.com/@Alberthammond YouTube https://www.tiktok.com/@officialalberthammond?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Tik Tok ALBERT HAMMOND DISCOGRAPHY Albums Studio albums Year Title 1972 It Never Rains in Southern California 1973 The Free Electric Band 1974 Albert Hammond 1975 99 Miles from L.A 1976 My Spanish Album When I Need You 1977 Mi Album de Recuerdos 1978 Albert Louis Hammond 1979 Al Otro Lado del Sol 1981 Your World and My World 1982 Somewhere in America 1986...

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NFL Football is Rigged! Special Report with Investigative Journalist Dan Moldea!

2/3/2024
DAN E. MOLDEA BEST-SELLING AUTHOR CHATS ABOUT THE NFL RIGGING FOOTBALL GAMES: AN INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS SPECIAL EDITION EXPOSE WITH YOUR HOST RAY SHASHO Hello and welcome to a special edition expose of Interviewing the Legends …I’m your host Ray Shasho. Dan E. Moldea is a best-selling author and investigative journalist who has reported on organized crime and political corruption since 1974. He is the author of books about the rise and fall of Jimmy Hoffa, the contract killing of an Ohio businessman, the Mafia's penetration of Hollywood, and its influence on professional football, as well as works about the murder of Senator Robert Kennedy, the O.J. Simpson case, and the suicide of White House Deputy Counsel Vincent Foster. Moldea has lectured about "The Mafia in America" at colleges and universities throughout the country and has appeared on numerous national and local radio and television programs. He was also featured in the 2004 film, The Hunting of the President. He is a former president of Washington Independent Writers (now American Independent Writers). I’ve been interested in Mr. Moldea since he appeared on The Pat Sajak show in 1989 to promote his book Interference. He claimed that virtually every NFL owner gambles on games and claimed that no fewer than 70 NFL games had been fixed up to that point. I became suspect of the NFL ever since Superbowl III when the 19 1 ⁄ 2 -point underdog American Football League (AFL) champion New York Jets defeated the National Football League (NFL) champion Baltimore Colts by a score of 16–7. Vince Lombardi went on record saying that the Jets had no chance of victory. The owner of the Colts (Caroll Rosenblum) was known to be a heavy gambler, and he died under mysterious circumstances in 1979. A large bet was placed in the City of Baltimore, and according to urban legend it was Rosenblum betting 3 million on the Jets. Colts Pro Bowl defensive end Bubba Smith blamed quarterback Earl Morrall for throwing the game. He appeared to be missing wide open receivers, and he threw for 71 yards and three INTs on 6-of-17 passing. The Jets went on to win by a score of 16-7, leading to the merger of the NFL and AFL, and securing the future of the Super Bowl. I personally have come to realize that THE NFL IS AS LEGIT AS THE WWE (WRESTING) Please welcome best-selling author, investigative journalist, and specialist on organized crime and political corruption investigations since 1974, Dan E. Moldea to Interviewing the Legends … PURCHASE 'Interference' How Organized Crime Influences Professional Football By DAN E. MOLDEA A shocking exposé of widespread corruption and mob influence throughout the National Football League—on the field, in the owners’ boxes, and in the corporate suites. According to investigative journalist Dan E. Moldea, for decades the National Football League has had a strong and unspoken understanding with a dangerous organized crime. In his classic exposé, Interference, Moldea bares the dark, sordid underbelly of America’s favorite professional team sport, revealing a nest of corruption that the league has largely ignored since its inception. Based on intensive research and in-depth interviews with coaches, players, mobsters, bookies, gamblers, referees, and league officials—including some of the sport’s all-time greats—the author’s shocking allegations suggest that the betting line is firmly in the hands of the mob, who occasionally manipulate the on-field action for maximum profit. Interference chronicles a long-standing history of gambling, drugs, and extortion, of point-shaving and game-fixing, and reveals the eye-opening truth about numerous gridiron contests where the final results were determined even before the kickoff. Moldea exposes the mob connections of many of the team owners and their startling complicity in illegal gambling operations, while showing how NFL internal security has managed to quash nearly every investigation into illegality and...

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Aussie Rocker Chick 'Cassidy Paris' Chats about Debut Album 'New Sensation'

1/29/2024
‘CASSIDY PARIS’ AUSSIE ROCKER CHICK CHATS ABOUT HER DEBUT ALBUM ‘NEW SENSATION’ ZOOM 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. Young Australian rocker, Cassidy Paris released her debut album, “New Sensation” on December 8th. Cassidy has a very bright future ahead of her. Raised on classic hard rock and inspired by female rockers such as Lzzy Hale, Joan Jett, Pink, Pat Benatar & Avril Lavigne, the fiercely determined young woman is on a mission to inspire a new generation of younger fans to not only listen to Rock ‘n’ Roll but pick up a guitar instead of a phone. At just 20 years old, Cassidy has released two sold out eps – “Broken Hearted” & “Flirt”, while having performed multiple live shows all over her home country of Australia and has now unleashed her first solo record on the international markets via Frontiers Music Srl. At the age of 11, Cassidy met singer songwriter Paul Laine (ex-Danger Danger, The Deviant’s), who developed a unique mentoring role. Paul took Cassidy under his wing to help develop her as an artist and songwriter, collaborating with her in songwriting and producing her music. In 2018, she released the song 'Stand', a heartfelt song about ‘standing up for yourself’ as a young woman. Cassidy continues to deliver that message, promoting anti-bullying through performances at many schools around Melbourne, Australia and is an active campaigner for the worldwide ‘Metalheads Against Bullying’ organization. Her talents have not gone unnoticed by one of the major guitar giants Fender, lending their support by joining forces with Cassidy to bring her on as an endorser of Fender Squier Guitars. Cassidy has also joined the roster of Silverback Touring Agency. Cassidy has also been acknowledged as a semi-finalist for her song writing efforts in the International Songwriting Competition (ISC) for Best Rock Song and Best Unsigned Artist. PLEASE WELCOME SINGER/GUITARIST/SONGWRITER… AUSTRALIA’S LATEST & HOTTEST ROCKER CHIC AND DAUGHTER OF THE GUITARIST FROM WICKED SMILE… CASSIDY PARIS ALONG WITH HER GUITARIST TOM ROGOWSKI TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PURCHASE NEW SENSATION BY CASSIDY PARIS AT https://orcd.co/cassidyparis https://store14194061.company.site/ FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT CASSIDY PARIS VISIT https://cassidyparis.com/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/cassidyparisofficial Facebook https://open.spotify.com/artist/6zeeeSRXXcrawzcDvnViTx?si=hAt5rshOT6SfPVMwq9sidg&nd=1&dlsi=f711f5c982644772 Spotify https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqmOZ32OXqmlof28_0C85RA YouTube https://www.instagram.com/cassidyparisofficial/ Instagram https://wickedsmileband.com/home Cassidy’s father’s group Wicked Smile Support us on PayPal!

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An Intimate Chat with the Daughter of Gary Cooper and a Legendary Pianist

1/29/2024
MARIA COOPER JANIS ARTIST, AUTHOR, BIOGRAPHER, DAUGHTER OF SCREEN LEGEND GARY COOPER AND WIFE OF LEGENDARY AMERICAN CLASSICAL PIANIST BYRON JANIS: AN INTIMATE CHAT WITH MARIA AND BYRON. *Note: Mr. Janis battled through laryngitis and a nagging cough to take part in this interview. We all thank you for your perseverance and Indomitable Spirit. Hello and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Maria Cooper Janis was born in Los Angeles, California and lived there with her parents, the actor Gary Cooper and his wife Veronica Cooper. She followed a painting career in New York and in 1966 married the world-renowned concert pianist, Byron Janis. Although Mr. Janis’ busy schedule has led them all over the world, Mrs. Janis has enjoyed a successful career as an artist. She pursues her paintings with great energy, exhibiting in the United States as well as Europe and Asia. She has written a book Gary Cooper off Camera: A Daughter Remembers which gives an inside look into the persona of one of the greatest movie stars of all time. Maria Cooper Janis has also worked on a feature film documentary, “The True Gen,” about the special 20-year friendship between Gary Cooper and Ernest Hemingway, the score of which is composed by Byron Janis. Byron Janis is internationally renowned as one of the world's greatest pianists. He made his orchestral debut at age 15 with Toscanini's NBC Symphony Orchestra and the following year was chosen by Vladimir Horowitz as his first student. At 18, he became the youngest artist ever signed to a contract by RCA Victor Records. Two years later, in 1948, he made his Carnegie Hall debut which was hailed as an unparalleled success. He has a special affinity for Chopin and made a French film on him that was shown around the world. He was honored by several U.S. Presidents and in 1984, at a State Dinner at the White House in his honor at the invitation of President Ronald Reagan, he revealed that he had been suffering from severe arthritis throughout much of his decades-long career. The painful and crippling condition eventually required surgery on his hands. However, he recovered sufficiently to resume performing and recording commercially and continues to do so today. PLEASE WELCOME MARIA COOPER JANIS ARTIST/AUTHOR/BIOGRAPHER AND DAUGHTER OF SCREEN LEGEND GARY COOPER AND HER HUSBAND LEGENDARY CLASSICAL PIANIST/COMPOSER BYRON JANIS TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PURCHASE Gary Cooper Off Camera: A Daughter Remembers by Maria Cooper Janis Introduction by Tom Hanks Available at https://www.garycooper.com/#gary-cooper-off-camera-a-daughter-remembers Gary Cooper (1901-1961) is an American icon-an actor whose handsome features and unstudied poise made him one of the great stars of Hollywood’s Golden Era. Now, his only child gives us an extraordinary memoir - a book that reveals the Gary Cooper only she knew. Illustrated throughout with 175 photographs, including many never-before-published family pictures, Maria Cooper Janis’ heartfelt book offers an unprecedented look at her father’s private side, from his Montana boyhood and his Hollywood home life to his friendships with Ernest Hemingway, Pablo Picasso, and Jimmy Stewart, among others. Filled with anecdotes that capture the off-screen humor and warmth of this avid outdoorsman and great humanitarian, Gary Cooper Off Camera is an unforgettable portrait of a great star and a beloved father. Purchase a copy of the book & 100% of the proceeds will be donated to The Gary Cooper Endowed Fund for Student Support for Indigenous Cultures at The University of Southern California, School of Cinematic Arts. ALSO PURCHASE Chopin and Beyond: My Extraordinary Life in Music and the Paranormal by Byron Janis (Author), Maria Cooper Janis One of the world's greatest classical pianists reveals how the ""other world"" transformed his life and career. By any measure, Byron Janis has had an extraordinary musical career. His...

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American Prog Legends 'Happy The Man' Reunite for New Album Exclusive!

1/25/2024
AMERICAN PROG LEGENDS ‘HAPPY THE MAN’ RETURN WITH NEW SINGLE “ONLY LOVE” FROM FORTHCOMING NEW ALBUM: ZOOM EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH STANLEY WHITAKER…RON RIDDLE AND MICHAEL BECK ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS! Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Before we bring in our guests, I just want to acknowledge that we recently lost a legendary singer/songwriter and musician who was also a good friend to the show, and we will miss her dearly. Known and adored by the music world as Melanie, our sympathies and prayers go out to her family. Born out of the intensely creative and artistic art rock and fusion movements of the seventies, Happy The Man is one of the most legendary progressive rock bands of all time. Although Happy The Man only released a few albums before breaking up, their impact was strong enough to durably endear the group to a cult following that has been growing ever since. And with the passing of the years, Happy The Man’s music has demonstrated a timeless quality which suggests that it was not only ahead of its time, it was also, in many ways, beyond this world. Happy The Man has returned with a new album and is ready once again to thrill their devoted fans worldwide. The new album picks up right where they left off, characterized by strong compositions with varying mood and intensity while creatively combining the quirky interplay of rhythms and melodies with lush atmospheric textures. Their new single, “Only Love,” was released on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 15th, 2024. The song is from the band’s highly anticipated forthcoming album of the same name. Stanley Whitaker, Ron Riddle, Michael Beck, and Rick Kennell have reunited and recorded a phenomenal new song promising to please fans of the band and prog fans worldwide. PLEASE WELCOME guitarist and lead vocalist Stanley Whitaker …Drummers Ron Riddle and Michael Beck of prog legends HAPPY THE MAN to Interviewing the Legends … PURCHASE THE BRAND-NEW RELEASE By PROG LEGENDS HAPPY THE MAN ‘ONLY LOVE’ Available at https://ffm.to/happytheman-onlylove (NEW ALBUM COMING SOON!) ALSO THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED 2004 ALBUM THE MUSE AWAKENS Available at Amazon.com FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT HAPPY THE MAN VISIT http://www.happytheman.com/ Official website http://www.everythinghappytheman.com/home.html Everything Happy the Man http://www.happytheman.com/home.htm Happy the Man Reunion site https://www.facebook.com/groups/48580951707/ Fan Facebook site HAPPY THE MAN Discography Studio Happy the Man (Arista 1977 & 1988, One Way 1999) Crafty Hands (Arista 1978 & 1988, One Way 1999) 3rd - Better Late... (recorded 1979; released Wayside 1990) Beginnings (recorded 1974-5, released Wayside 1990) Death's Crown (unreleased 1974 & 1976 material, released Cuneiform 1999) The Muse Awakens (Inside Out Music 2004) Live & Compilations Retrospective (East Side Digital 1989) Live (recorded in 1978; released Linden Music 1994) Support us on PayPal!

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