In this interview on the Morning Sound Alternative, Joanne Cole speaks with legendary pianist and Little Feat co-founder Bill Payne about the band’s latest release, Strike Up the Band, their upcoming performance at Winter Park’s Blues From the Top festival, and Payne’s decades-spanning musical journey. Payne reflects on his influences—from Little Richard and Leon Russell to Ray Charles—and shares stories of forming Little Feat with Lowell George in 1969. He also introduces the current lineup of the band and previews his forthcoming memoir, Carnival Ghost. Payne emphasizes the vital role of community radio in connecting people through music, art, and shared experiences. (Interview: 6/2/25)
