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Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisGrammy nominated multi platinum "House Music' legend Ralphi Rosario speaks to us about his amazing career including working with Madonna, Cher, Beyoncé, Celine, and numerous other mega stars!Ralphi Rosario has been an electronic/dance/house music veteran & Icon since the early 80's. His DJ history has earned him legendary status. His involvement in the world renowned 'Hot Mix Five', introduced the world of his legendary status. Rosario is one of the founding fathers & pioneers, introducing house music to the world. His international Hit 'You used to hold me' paved the way for his authentic musical production talents. He later continued to produce his own hits like 'Brinca' & the international hit 'Take Me Up' with long time friend Donna Blakely. His production & remix status has not only...2025-01-1233 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisMOE. is a globally popular touring "Jam Band" who has has had a 35 year run with an upcoming anniversary tour and new album "Circle Of Giants" we speak with cofounder Rob Derhak .
Hailed by American Songwriter for their "mind-bending musicality," moe. is treasured for their mesmerizing musical synergy, unfettered showmanship, and smart, resonant songcraft. For three decades, the band has corralled myriad musical forms on a truly original journey rich with crafty, clever songwriting and astonishing resourcefulness. Fueled by an impassioned fan base, moe. has spent much of those thirty years on the road, encompassing countless live performances marked by eclectic wit, deep friendship, and exploratory invention. Having built an enduring legacy with hard work and a confirmed commitment to creativity and community, moe. seem as surprised as anyone to find...2024-12-1426 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisRock Guitarist Steve Stevens is globally known as the long-time guitarist for Billy Idol, but there is so much more to his amazing story!Guitarist Steve Stevens is one of the most original guitarists to emerge from the ’80s rock scene, best known for his 30 year partnership with Billy Idol, his work on Michael Jackson’s “Dirty Diana”, his Grammy Award winning performance on “Top Gun Anthem” and his work with Vince Neil on “Exposed”. Stevens catalog of hit songs that he co-wrote & performed alongside Idol include “Rebel Yell”, “Eyes Without A Face” and “Flesh for Fantasy”.
They sound as fresh and relevant today as the day they were released, as evidenced by being recently covered by artists as varied as Miley Cyrus, Green Day, Quee...2024-12-1436 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisEva-Lott Björklund is a contemporary artist/songwriter/producer from Kronoby Finland! Her new album "Built On Love" is a stunning tribute featuring a who's who of Finnish singers and musicians!Finnish/Swedish artist Eva-Lott L.J Björklund is a very well known artist based in the small village of Kronoby Finland (Swedish speaking area). She is a choir director, music teachers, and music therapist as well as a busy gigging/recording artist who has made a large impact in her small country way up north in Scandinavia!
Her new album "Built On Love" is a heart felt tribute recording featuring many well known artists, musicians, singers, from Finland. I was honored to play bass with Finnish artist Charlotta Kerbs on the song "Bittersweet Pain"
Th...2024-11-3027 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisBrazilian metal guitarist Kiko Loureiro is a Grammy winning musician best known as a long-time member of the globally popular metal band Megadeth and as a founding member of the Brazilian band Angra!
Kiko Loureiro is a Brazilian Grammy award winning heavy metal guitarist, best known as a member of the bands Angra and Megadeth. His new solo album "Theory Of Mind" is a tour de force of strong melodies, incendiary guitar playing, and great arrangements!
Alongside his band Angra, he has released eight studio albums, received two gold records, and is considered one of the most important Brazilian musicians of all time. His solo career started with the album "No Gravity". His second album was
"Universo Inverso", recorded in only three days, featuring some of the best j...2024-11-251h 37Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisLeevi Toponen also known as "Leevieemeli" is a viral TikTok star, singer-songwriter, content creator for many well-known Finnish bands, and music video director!Leevi Toponen also known as "Leevieemili" is a viral TikTok star, singer-songwriter, content creator for many well-known Finnish bands, and music video director!
We got together with Leevi (Leevieemeli) and our long-time friend producer, songwriter, and well-known vocal coach Tracy Lipp at the Helsinki Records Studios in Helsinki Finland to talk about Leevi's rise to fame in Finland and beyond, the music scene in Finland, and his current focus as a viral artist/creator!
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...2024-11-1937 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisSinger songwriter Andrew Browning talks about his new Americana styled release “Love Is A Beautiful Thing” in this engaging chat with host Darrell Craig HarrisAndrew Browning and the 9 Pound Hammers dive into the raw, gritty landscapes of California with their upcoming album, Love is a Beautiful Thing, set for release on November 22nd. With a sound steeped in the raw energy of ’70s rock and Americana, and storytelling that echoes the messiness of real life, this album brings listeners on a journey through the highs and lows of love, framed by Browning’s distinctly Californian lens. The lead single, “Econoline,” kicks off this journey with electrifying energy, capturing the untamed spirit of life on the road. It’s a raucous anthem that blends hard-drivi...2024-11-1221 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisMusic Matter speaks with Alexander Hacke and Danielle De Piccciotto from the unique music group HackedePicciotto about their new album The Best of hackedepicciotto (Live in Napoli)
The Best of HackedePicciotto (Live in Napoli) is Alexander Hacke and Danielle De Pictiotto's newest release showcasing live interpretations of music from across their career. The album includes reinterpretations of tracks from all of their studio albums: Keepsakes (2023), a tender exploration of friendship and loss, The Silver Threshold (2021), their defiant reaction to the pandemic, Perseverantia (2016), which dealt with the artists nomadic lifestyle, Menetekel (2017), which embodies their collective despair at the state of the world, and powerful energy of The Current (2020), recorded by the Irish Sea. For over 20 years Alexander Hacke (Einstürzende Neubauten) and artist, musician and filmmaker Danielle de P...2024-11-0517 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisSocial impact strategist Paula Park has worked with a long list of well known artists including Demi Lovato, Audrey Nuna, Quavo, along with many large music labels and related management companies!Paula Park is a dynamic music executive who has made her mark not only managing Korean American artist Audrey Nuna but also leading social impact campaigns for major artists like Demi Lovato and Quavo. Paula’s background as a first-generation Korean Brazilian gives her a unique perspective that she’s using to empower artists and drive meaningful change in the industry. Paula began her career at a major label in Brazil before joining Scooter Braun’s SB Projects, where she quickly rose to lead the company’s Social Impact and Philanthropy department. She was instrumental in creating global campaigns for high...2024-10-2124 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisMusic Matters speaks with globally popular ambient/new-age music artist Kevin Keller on the release of his latest album "Evensong"Music Matters host Darrell Craig Harris speaks with popular ambient/new-age music artist Kevin Keller about the release of his latest album "Evensong" Darrell and Kevin also cover composing, collaboration, and more in this fun and insightful episode!
More on Kevin Keller and his latest release
Evensong is an 8-movement album that not only revives Hildegard’s sacred music but also brings her transcendental visions into the contemporary world, offering an immersive experience that blurs the lines between past and present, mysticism and music. Keller enriches her ancient compositions with layers of modern textures—combining strings, vocals, and analog synthesizers—to transfo...2024-09-2526 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisEric Hirshberg is an insightful singer songwriter with millions of streams and a new album "Second Hand Smoke"Singer songwriter Eric Hirshberg's path is anything but typical. He's a former CEO of Activision and Deutsch LA, where he led record-breaking launches for major franchises like Call of Duty and was named one of the 50 Most Creative People in Business by AdAge. Yet throughout his remarkable career, Eric has always remained deeply connected to music. His songs have been featured in major outlets like People Magazine, American Songwriter, and Relix, and his collaboration with Aloe Blacc on "I Love Not Drinking" earned a Grammy nomination this year.
'Second Hand Smoke' his new album (released Sept 13 2024) is...2024-09-1834 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisMultiple award winning Nashville session guitarist Rob McNelley on his new singles and more!Rob McNelley, the acclaimed Nashville guitarist known for his collaborations with icons like Bob Seger, Dolly Parton, and Luke Combs, has just released his latest single, “The Other Side.” This slow-burning track, built on a growling bass line and featuring McNelley’s signature guitar prowess, is the newest addition to his series of Americana-flavored singles that have been rolling out throughout the year. “The Other Side” follows the release of McNelley’s two previous singles, “Circus Is Leaving Town” and “Right Back To You,” each showcasing the versatility and depth of his songwriting and musicianship.
“The Other Side is a song about l...2024-09-0424 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisWeird Al Yankovic’s longtime drummer, cohort, and archivist Bermuda Schwartz on EP12 - S07 of Music Matters PodcastBermuda Schwartz Reflects on Four Decades of Drumming with 'Weird Al' Yankovic and the Power of Online Presence"
Bermuda Schwartz, the long-time drummer for "Weird Al" Yankovic, shares his fascinating journey with me from his early days in Chicago to his successful career in Los Angeles. Starting with drum lessons in Phoenix and transitioning from the accordion to drums, Schwartz's career took off after meeting Yankovic in 1980. Their partnership has spanned over four decades, marked by iconic recordings like "Another One Rides the Bus" and numerous live performances. Schwartz emphasizes the importance of networking and m...2024-06-0955 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisTalking to the Riina Ammesmaki, the voice behind the viral Finnish duo Top 40 Lounge on EP08-S07 of Music Matters Podcast with Darrell Craig HarrisRiina Ammesmaki, (between Jukka Heikkinen & Darrell Craig Harris) the voice behind the viral Finnish duo Top 40 Lounge
In the latest episode of "Music Matters Podcast," Check out Riina Ammesmäki's musical journey! From singing in choirs as a kid to rocking it out at the Rock School with Pop and Jazz in Helsinki, and then moving to study music at the University of Vaasa, she's done it all. She even conquered the stage on the Finnish edition of The Voice, sharing the hurdles she faced and the deep emotions of performing live. Riina spills t...2024-04-3021 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisRising Latina pop star Sasha Prendes speaks with Music Matters - EP06-S07Rising Latina pop star Sasha Prendes speaks with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP06-S07
Welcome, folks, to another electrifying episode of Music Matters Podcast. Today, we have a shining newcomer in the Latino-American realm hailing from Kansas, this Cuban vocalist has quickly become a prominent figure, captivating not just the Latino-American scene but the entire American music landscape.
Listen in as Sasha Prendes, shares with me her journey thus far, and how she continues to work towards her goals. Sasha is a real powerhouse and I highly recommend you vi...2023-09-0418 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisNYC guitarist and bandleader Gideon King and City Blog is my guest on Music matters Podcast with Darrell Craig Harris EP05 - S07NYC guitarist and bandleader Gideon King of Gideon King and City Blog is my guest on this episode.
Gideon on his iPhone in NYC, and myself in a hotel room in Helsinki, Finland while I'm on tour. We chat after trouble getting connected! Chatting about the new EP called "Splinter." Plus, Gideon gives his advice on how to approach being an independent artist in 2023.
Gideon has worked for years in establishing a reputation as a rising force in the New York Jazz scene, King has worked with John Scofield and members of Steely Dan and m...2023-08-0417 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisPunk Bass guitar legend, Mike Watt is my special guest on Music Matters Podcast with Darrell Craig Harris EP04-S07
Photo credit ~ Deb Frazin 2023
On this episode I chat with Mike Watt - what a great guy, a Punk Rock Bass player legend. Mike is a true cultural omnivore, exhibiting an insatiable appetite for diverse musical experiences. This profound openness and eagerness to explore new sounds is evident as he continues to engage in numerous projects, and captivating live performances.
Mike's bio seems almost as thick as a bible, you can read the full bio/discog, on his website link below. here is a quick overview - Mike...played with the Minutemen from 1981...2023-07-2634 min
Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisRobban Hagnäs,Record label owner, blues bass-player and club owner is my special guest on episode 03 of season 07 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
My special guest and fellow bass-player is Robban Hagnäs, a man of many hats - The owner of the Finnish record label - Ramasound Records Scandinavia. Well known Finnish bass player from the Wentus Blues band, show promoter and booking agent, producer, and club owner - phew, busy man!
We talk about a lot of things. Robban is a really nice guy, and in fact the band Charlotta Kerbs and the Strays which I am part of, and recently tour Finland with is also on the Ramasound Records label. Robban steps up when I n...2023-05-0453 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisChatting about the new single and upcoming EP by Charlotta Kerbs & The Strays recorded @ the ”Temple” of recording studios ~FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama ~ ep02-s07Listen in on this fascinating guest hosted podcast with the two founders of Charlotta Kerbs and the Strays about their new single and upcoming album featuring the Muscle Shoals All Stars ~ new single on Feb 24 and the EP release is in mid-March 2023 both on Ramasound Records Scandinavia!
Charlotta Kerbs & The Strays is a global music project founded by and with Charlotta Kerbs and Darrell Craig Harris.
They recorded their new EP album at the legendary FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama in early December 2022, as a follow up to their highly successful three initial single re...2023-02-2248 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisShevy Smith ~ Ultimate Playlist founder, Emmy-nominated, Nashville-based composer/producer, is my special guest on episode 01 of our new season 07 of Music matters podcast with Darrel Craig Harris
My special guest to kick-off off our new season 07 is Shevy Smith. Amongst her many talents, she is the founder of the new and already popular Ultimate Playlist App. Ultimate Playlist gives you the opportunity to win a minimum of $2k and a chance to win a $20k jackpot each day, simply for listening to, rating, and/or adding songs to your Apple Music playlist. I will add links so you can grab this outstanding app for yourself. The prizes are powered by the Arizona State Lottery, which, like many state lotteries, offers free, non-lottery games to h...2023-01-2439 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisSicard Hollow, a young progressive bluegrass band on the move...on episode 03 of season 06 on Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
I love that technology can allow me to chat in real-time while Alex King, guitarist/vocals with the progressive bluegrass band ~ Alex is on the Sicard Hollow tour bus, and gives insight into the band and their rise to becoming very established while not in anyway taking things for granted...
Sicard Hollows recent crop of new albums are extremely enjoyable and filled with great and thoughtful lyrics.
Short Bio: Sicard Hollow is a four-piece progressive bluegrass band who formed with a mutual passion for pushing the boundaries of genre. Heavily influenced by the Gr...2022-10-1719 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisFamous Movie & TV composer - William Goldstein is my special guest on episode 02, S-06 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
Listen in on this fascinating chat, and the LIVE 3-Note improvisational piano composition playing that of my special guest William Goldstein kindly created for me.
He has been a recording artist for Motown and CBS Masterworks. His own label, distributed worldwide by The Orchard has over 60 albums currently available generating over 3,000,000 streams monthly. He has scored over 50 Movie and Television projects, including Fame & The Miracle Worker. He has written on the arts for The New York Times and The Los Angeles Times. He has been a pioneer in the use of computers and electronic instruments in...2022-09-2046 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisCatch-up with Women In Jazz Media Founder ++ Fiona Ross on the first new episode of season six after the summer break, on Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
My good friend in London, UK - Fiona Ross, and I had a chance to catch up as we end the summer 2022 break. We chat about Women In Jazz Media ~ founded by Fiona, now with a 22 member female team, and publishing their fourth Women In Jazz Media high-quality digital magazine, with subscribers across the globe.
Fiona Ross is a real joy to know, very caring and I am totally amazed at her multi-talented skills. She tends to rave on about new and upcoming musicians - constantly encouraging and supporting the younger generations.
Fiona i...2022-09-0133 min
Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisMusic industry PR guru Laura Whitmore from Positive Grid (formerly Marshall, KORG) speaks with Darrell Craig Harris on episode 05 of season 05 of Music Matters Podcast.
I recently chatted with Laura B Whitmore from the company Positive Grid Laura has a long history in the music manufacturing PR world, including working with Marshall, KORG, VOX, and several other well known companies! Laura is also founder of the very popular "She Rocks Awards".
Checkout more on Laura B. Whitmore with these links below:
Websites
mad-sun.com (Company Website)
reverbnation.com/laurabwhitmore (Original music)
guitarworld.com/guitar-girld (My articles on GuitarWorld.com)
Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris is sponsored by Kathy Ireland Worldwide & with support from Music Crowns in...2022-05-2419 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisCountry music singer, songwriter & Independent Artist - Troy Bullock chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.09
My special guest on this episode is Troy Bullock - Bringing back True Country Music. Tradition has a new name. What once perhaps seemed outdated, now has a new voice. Troy is challenging the status quo, bringing a host of Traditional Country Music influences with him.
Listen to Troy's recent new debut release, 'PAYDIRT'
Troy and I really covered some ground in this episode from Gold mining to some of the moset important elements of life and family, being very musch what inspires Troy to express in his music. Being...2022-05-231h 15Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisWith 100’s millions of music downloads, Matt Simons is my special guest on Episode 04, Season 05 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
Listen in on my insight chat with Matt Simons, he has gone way viral with his music with 100’s of millions of downloads on several different platforms including Spotify. He is currently on tour with #2cellos #MattSimons
Matt Simons emotional frankness has been a hallmark of his career. His sweet, plaintive, piano-rooted melodies allying themselves to lyrics that speak plainly, sometimes starkly, about important events in his life.
I strongly suggest you checkout All things Matt Simons on one or all of his Social media and website link below:
https://mattsimonsmusic.co...2022-04-2818 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisAngelo Garcia former member of the mega pop band Menudo (1988-90) and continues with a Big music career on episode 03, season 05 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
Angelo Garcia from the mega-popular boy band “Menudo” (1988 – 1990) shares about his first tour experience with the world famous group when he was 11 years old in Mexico!
It's a very personal and honest discussion about his experiences with the group.
Angelo has gone on to further his education as an adult student, all while still developing his music career, which continues to grow and grow, hitting viral status once again in Mexico and to a much wider audience.
Please checkout the amazing music videos from Angelo and follow him on his social media channels…
h...2022-04-2225 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisWorld renown vocalist/actor, and frequent BBC guest Richard Shelton on episode 02, season 05 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
My special guest is Richard Shelton. A British film, TV and theatre actor and singer, who performed in ITV's Emmerdale. He portrayed Frank Sinatra in Rat Pack Confidential in London's West End, and performed in the movies House of Lies and in My Week with Marilyn.
We chat about his new album coming out on April 20th ~ being an Englishman in LA, and a lot more. What a Great Guy. Listen in and be enthralled.
To find out more about Richard Shelton, and I can highly recommend his new album, ( there's a YouTube...2022-04-1924 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisViral online music star Will Wood speaks about mental health and being a creative on episode 01 of our new season 05 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
Artist/Musician Will Wood speaks about getting healthy, being bipolar, and being creative in today's society!
Will has strong and focused opinions of the potential downside of social-media for young fertile minds, let alone adults, especially over the CV19 pandemic-period.
He also offers his thoughts on what the definition of success should mean for any creative person.
Check Will Wood out on his official YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/WillWoodOfficial
and his Spotify channel: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1VQ8riQ31zVHtlxiCC9EZE?si=MNxtXwGWRmyhXIoZLqYKiQ
Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris is sponsored by Kathy Ireland World...2022-04-1346 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisAlan Roy Scott is an internationally-acclaimed songwriter, songwriting teacher, artist mentor, event producer, ++ on EP 17 - S04 of Music Matters Podcast
Listen in on my awesome chat with legendary songwriter Alan Roy Scott, a lovely gentleman with a huge history and many great stories! We covered a lot of ground on this episode, we hope you find it both enjoyable and insightful.
Some of the artists, films, tv shows, that Alan has written for!
Celine Dion, Luther Vandross, Notorious B.I.G., Gloria Estefan, Cyndi Lauper, Patti LaBelle, Neville Bros. Roberta Flack, Cher, Jason Gould, El DeBarge, Tiffany, Patti Austin, The Spinners, Rick Springfield, Martika, Oak Ridge Boys, Ricky Martin, Anne Murray, Johnny Mathis, Pointer Sisters, Sheena Easton, and Ray Charles am...2022-03-1549 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisPaola Vera - Professor of Vocal Jazz, singer-pianist/songwriter/coach & Mom - on episode 16, season 04 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
We had such a lovely chat with artist, teacher, bandleader, Paola Vera coming to us from her home in France! Paola along with her artist career is also a highly respected music educator, who’s a professor of Jazz at the prestigious Conservatoire of Music in Bordeaux, France! Chatting about her inspirational life story - her arrival in France a decade ago, and the monumental achievements she's achieved in her musical, and music educational career, as a f/t working Mom, becoming a French citizen, learning a new language. Paola gives us the inside scoop on what was her motivation for...2022-03-0832 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisGerry Linarducci financial planner for many well-known sports, entertainment, music, folks on episode 15, season 04 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
I had an awesome podcast video chat with longtime friend Gerry Linarducci financial planner for many well-known sports, entertainment, music, folks. We spoke about finances and creatives, cryptocurrencies and NFTs, financial planning for retirement, and more!
Here are the links for Gerry Linarducci and his social media channels as well.
https://www.gerrylinarducci.com/
https://www.facebook.com/gerry.linarducci
https://www.instagram.com/glducci1985/
https://twitter.com/gerryducci
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerardo-linarducci-a2727316a/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWiWBAJaNsuwuRxZbIFZlg/videos
This episode of M...2022-02-2556 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisKeyboardist Jason Miles’ New Book tells tales of creative collaboration with Miles Davis, Chaka Khan, Luther Vandross, Marcus Miller, David Sanborn...in episode 14, season 04 of Music Matters
Listen in on my super fun chat with the highly respected keyboardist, producer, writer, Jason Miles , a really nice man with a huge story. He shares snippets of his exciting and revealing 'New Book' titled: The Extraordinary Journey of Jason Miles ~ A Musical Biography
A series of short stories that brings you into the inner-sanctum of what it was like to work with artists like Miles Davis, Luther Vandross, Chaka Khan, Marcus Miller, David Sanborn, Roberta Flack, AMO... You are right in the studio, and on the road getting a birds eye view of Music H...2022-02-151h 08Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisSports Illustrated Publisher and Writer ~ Hondo S. Carpenter Sr. is Music Matters Special Guest on Episode 13 of Season 04.
I had an awesome time chatting with Hondo S Carpenter Sr , Hondo is the Sports Illustrated publisher/writer assigned to the Las Vegas Raiders He’s a super nice man, a friend, and a highly-skilled journalist, radio and tv host. Very Inspiring...
Please checkout Hondo S Carpenter Sr social media channels below:
https://www.si.com/nfl/raiders/author/hondo-s-carpenter-sr
https://twitter.com/HondoCarpenter
https://www.facebook.com/hondo.sr
https://www.si.com/college/michiganstate/
This episode of Music Matter is sponsored by Switcher Studio and @KathyIrelandWorldwide with support from Shure Shure UK Music Crowns , and Rod...2022-02-1348 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisViolinist, Bennet Cerven from the Mega Viral band ’The Trouble Notes’ is our guest on EP 12 - S04 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
I had an awesome chat with Bennet Cerven, amazing violinist from the mega-viral band The Trouble Notes over 100 Million video views online, and huge music festival bookings!
The Trouble Notes are an emotional, pan-cultural music of the group, forms personal memories into a colorful melting pot of different traditions, touching on deep and complex stories of the human condition and social experiences.
Bennet Cerven is such a nice guy, who also has a financial background as well! We spoke about music NFT’s, the new site AficionadosNFT.com (launching in mid-late Feb ), creator crowd funding, and much more!
#the...2022-02-0236 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisMeresha - social media star, singer, composer, producer from Poland is our guest on episode 09 - season 04 of Music Matters Podcast.
Meresha, social media star, singer, composer, producer from Poland , who's garnered a huge social media following, a large number of streams on Spotify, following on Twitter and similar streaming outlets!
We had a great Music Matters podcast chat from her temporary home in Florida! #Meresha #edm #popmusic #AlienPop
Please checkout Meresha's website and her social media channels below:
https://meresha.com
https://www.instagram.com/Mereshas
https://twitter.com/Mereshas
https://twitter.com/mereshas/status/1423750641919348740?s=21&fbclid=IwAR2DkbNwSb57aTyDJg8VJFXYT0DbxjBUCHQeQtz36vhU7pBQ...2022-01-1115 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisFrench Canadian/Serbian producer, artist, DJ MaddNyxx is our guest on Episode 10, Season 04 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
We had a great chat this morning with French Canadian/Serbian producer, artist, DJ MaddNyxx great music and an amazing new indie artist! Please check out the new release “Akashic Records” on Spotify now!
You can check out All MaddNyxx music @ https://linktr.ee/maddnyxx
Also, her social media channels @
https://www.instagram.com/maddnyxx/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97qaqE-8royTfIGuqB6Ccw/featured
https://www.facebook.com/MaddNyxxMusic
https://soundcloud.com/maddnyxx
https://www.tiktok.com/@maddnyxxmusic?
Music Matter is sponsored by Switcher Studio and @KathyIrelandWorldwide with support from Rodney Hall FAME Recording Studios in Muscle...2022-01-0510 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisKatie Daryl from the popular show #TopTenRevealed! is our special guest on episode 08, season 04 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
We had the opportunity this week to have a super fun chat with @axstv executive producer and tv host @katiedaryl from the popular show #TopTenRevealed! Katie has such an interesting story, from starting on local Phoenix radio at 15 years old, to hosting shows and segments on @tmz_tv @mtv and exec producing and hosting two of the most popular shows on the AXS TV network!
Find out more about Katie Daryl at her website ( https://katiedaryl.com) Below are links to her various social media channels.
https://twitter.com/KatieDaryl
https://www.facebook.com/katie.daryl
https://ww...2021-12-2819 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisJenna Busch - tv personality, journalist, pop culture maven, blogger, Voice-over artist is out guest on EP 07, Season 04 of Music Matters Podcast
I had a super fun chat with such a nice lady with a fascinating story - Jenna Busch
We spent real quality time talking about her fascinating career as a pop culture commentator, tv host, journalist, working with Stan Lee, Marvel studios, Star Wars, and so much more!
Among her many talents, Jenna is a well-known voiceover artist! At one point she was the voice for the tv ads My Little Pony! She gave me a sample fun!
You can find out more about Jenna at JennaBusch.net- (No relation to the former president)
https://twitter.com/JennaBusch
https://www.fa...2021-12-2126 min
Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisMigdalia Van Der Hoven - drummer and bandleader is our special guest on EP 06, Season 04 of Music Matters Podcast.
We had the opportunity to chat with drummer/bandleader Migdalia Van Der Hoven at the EFG London Jazz Festival Toulouse Lautrec Venue
Migdalia is originally from Mexico, but has been living in London with her family for several years! She recently released her new album, and has built a solid jazz career staying busy in the London/UK jazz scene!
We chat about Migdalia’s recently released album, living and working in London, being a promotor of female musicians, and her advice to young musicians!
Thanks to Women in Jazz Media and to ou...2021-12-1012 min
Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisAmazing UK jazz artist/saxophonist Hannah Horton chats with Darrell on Episode 05, Season 04 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris.
Fun chatting in between sound check and show with the amazing UK jazz artist/saxophonist Hannah Horton Hannah Horton Sax
at the EFG London Jazz Festival Toulouse Lautrec Venue with assistance from Women in Jazz Media
We spoke with Hannah about her new album “Inside Out” playing as a side musician with folks like Amy Winehouse, and her awesome solo career!
To follow and or connect with the music of Hannah Horton, follow the links below:
https://hannahhorton.com/
https://www.facebook.com/HannahHortonSax/
https://twitter.com/HannahHortonSax
https...2021-12-0708 min
Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisMusic Matters chats with French painter, workshop director, Aurelie Freoua on Episode 04, Season 04.(We apologies for the background sounds this was beyond our control. We have reduced as much as possible, and we hope you find this interview informative.)
We sat down with French painter, workshop director, curator, Aurelie Freoua at the EFG London Jazz Festival
Toulouse Lautrec Venue to talk about her art, her amazing art workshops, and being at the London Jazz Fest
with our friends Women in Jazz Media and Music Tribes Unite
This episode of Music Matters is sponsored by Switcher Studio
To follow and or connect with the m...2021-12-0413 min
Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisAmazing jazz/world music artist, writer, composer, multi-instrumentalist Lara Eidi connects on Episode 03, Season 04 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
Music Matters host Darrell chats with the amazing jazz/world music artist, writer, composer, multi-instrumentalist Lara Eidi
at the Toulouse Lautrec Venue through Women in Jazz Media EFG London Jazz Festival
This episode of Music Matters is sponsored by Switcher Studio
To follow and or connect with the music of Lara Eidi, follow the links below:
https://www.LaraEidiMusic.com
https://www.facebook.com/laramusic.eidi
https://www.instagram.com/laraeidimusic/
And a Big Shout and thanks for the support of the following: Rodney Hall FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, Ala...2021-12-0313 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisMoonshiners, Ice Road Truckers producer-director Dean Bushala chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.12
My special guest this time is Dean Bushala. He is a commercial and television Producer, Director and Cinematographer. He has directed series for National Geographic, History and Discovery Channel. He started his career designing and branding television networks in Europe. Listen in as Dean and I cover a lot of ground in our 1-hour fun and insightful chat.
Dean explains how and why he got attracted from an early age to film. He shares some funny and interesting anecdotal stories including some of the risks in achieving TV shows that can be popular in bo...2021-12-021h 10
Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisWe chat with Ashaine White at this year‘s EFG London Jazz Festival to talk about her new album, writing, and podcast hosting with Women in Jazz Media and more on episode 2, season 4
We had the opportunity to catch up with our awesome friend Ashaine White at this year's EFG London Jazz Festival to talk about her new album, writing, and podcast hosting with Women in Jazz Media and working on the London Jazz Fest team! This episode of Music Matters is sponsored by Switcher Studio
To follow and or connect with the music of Ashaine White, follow the links below:
https://www.facebook.com/ashainewhitemusic
https://www.instagram.com/ashainewhite/?hl=en
https://twitter.com/ashainewhite?lang=he
https://ashainewhite.bandcamp.com/album/fairytales
In London on Dec 21...2021-11-3011 min
Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisEurovision winning, Finnish Hardrock Legend Mr Lordi is our special guest on episode1, season 4 of Music Matters Podcast
Listen in on episode 1 of our new season 4 - to my recent fun podcast chat with my new friend Mr. LORDI.
Speaking about the Globally known Finnish hard rock band and former Eurovision Song Contest winner Lordi
We chat about their new multi-album box set release, songwriting, upcoming tour plans, tips for new aspiring hard rockers, and more!
Find out more about the band at their website: www.Lordi.fi
https://www.facebook.com/LordiOfficial
https://twitter.com/LORDIOFFICIAL?
https://open.spotify.com/artist/14SgKNlOCKAI0PfRD1HnWh?si=vUfSEWcFQHWhESL3YLVyGg
Thanks to Tracy Lipp...2021-11-2616 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisMusic clearance and licensing expert Kevin Magowan chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast EP.02 - S2
My special guest on this episode is a music clearance and licensing expert - Kevin Magowan. Raised in Los Vegas, Nevada, he was fortunate enough to meet Elvis! A born Rocker, as a young man Kevin made his way to Los Angeles, and started his career in the music business with the music publishing legend Al Gallico. Then he went on to Walt Disney Studios and worked for Evan M. Greenspan/EMG. INC in the area of music clearance and licensing. Kevin share valuable insights into the do's and don't of this complex area of the music i...2021-11-201h 05Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisGrammy Award-Winning Producer, Keyboardist, Composer, arranger, and Synthesist - Jason Miles is the special guest on episode 14 season 2 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
What a pleasure to chat with this legend of music. Let me ask you a question: What do Miles Davis, Luther Vandross, Sting, Roberta Flack, Whitney Houston, Chaka Khan, George Benson, Michael Jackson, David Sanborn, Vanessa Williams, and hundreds of other legendary artists and musicians have in common?
Yes...they've all worked with Grammy Award-winning producer, keyboardist, composer, arranger, and synthesist Jason Miles. For 46 years, Miles has contributed his vast array of talents and deep musicality to the success of these and countless other superstars and independent artists. This man's talent, knowledge, and stories could...2021-11-171h 23
Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisRandy Brecker - Grammy Award-winning American trumpeter, flugelhornist, and composer is our guest on Episode 11 - Season 3 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
I had such a fun time chatting with the legendary Randy Brecker from the amazing Brecker Brothers! Such an awesome and long career, we covered a lot of ground. He's a very generous and gracious man, and he had me in stitches!
Randy has had such an interesting life, his beginnings go back to being a founding member of Blood, Sweat, and Tears! His work with his brother and their band is legendary, along with his numerous other recordings, and compositions!
Here is the website link for Randy Brecker. 2021-11-1654 min
Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisBeyoncé, Madonna, Katie Perry ++ Remixer - (in case You Missed This?) Ralphi Rosario joins Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast EP.13
Ralphi Rosario is an American house musician and founding member of the influential Chicago DJ group Hot Mix 5, which was formed in 1981. Ralphi is one of a small group that created what is now known as 'House Music' all around the globe. He shares many backstories and thoughts about all the various music industry names he's worked along-side and tells me some of the recent things he's been working on and what's just around the corner for his large music fan base. We could have talked for a lot longer and Ralphi is a guest I...2021-11-0349 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisThe Healing Power of Music + 150K downloads with former Editor-in-Chief, podcast producer and voice-over artist - Nigel J. on Episode 14, Season 3 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
Listen in on my fun recent informative chat with Editor In Chief, podcast producer, voice-over artist, Nigel J. from his home in rural France! Today we hit 150K downloads - AWESOME :)
We talk about the influence and healing power of music on humans, the current state of things in the global music community, and more!
You can find Nigel J. at Music Tribes Unite!
Music Matters Podcast is sponsored by Switcher Studio with support from Shure Shure UK and MyPodgear.com
Please check out our Music Matters podcast on @spotif...2021-08-3159 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisDavid Segal and Joe Hardy from Can Do Musos are our special guests on Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris - Episode 13 - Season 3
It was a real pleasure to re-connect with Drummers - David Segal and Joe Hardy after first meeting at the NAMM show, and recently for Pizza in Las Vegas. Both their individual and collective strength, attitude, and work at Can Do Musos are very inspiring for me. I hope you also receive something from listening to this 30 min podcast.
For context - below is the Can-Do Musos Motto, and the meaning of Musos.
OUR DISABILITY DOES NOT DEFINE US...
OUR PASSION FOR MUSIC DOES!!!
"Muso" or "musos" are terms used widely in parts...2021-07-2829 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisUK R&B/Soul singer Ashaine White is our Switcher Chats guest on episode 12, season 3, of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris.
UK R&B/Soul singer Ashaine White joins me from her home in London to talk about her new release, being a busy vocalist in the UK, working as a music journalist, and much more...
Ashaine brings the musicality back into singing with her nods to jazz harmony and a spell-binding but moody approach to Neo-soul. Inspired by the likes of Jeff Buckley, Lianne La Havas, and D'Angelo, Ashaine describes herself as a Grunge-Soul artist, taking the fundamental approaches to jazz singing and adding a modern spin.
Please check out Ashaine's mu...2021-07-2026 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisAmazing UK jazz vocalist/artist Beverley Beirne Chats with Music Matters from her home in England! - on Episode 10 - Season 3
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Our new Music Matters podcast chat with amazing UK jazz vocalist Beverley Beirne from her home in England! We chat about her just-released album "Dream Dancer" produced by the legendary Jason Miles Music and her amazing cast of top London session musicians that join her in this exciting release! MusicMattersPodcast.com is sponsored by @Switcher Studio
Social media and website for BeverlyBeirne.com
https://www.facebook.com/BeverleyBeirneMusic/
https://twitter.com/BeverleyBeirne
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrkMnhrHiC373w7oAqz2...2021-07-1329 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisChrista Renwall - Artist coach, Singer/Songwriter & Political activist is my special Guest on Switcher Chats & Music Matters Podcast
On this episode of Switcher Chats is my good friend Christa Renwall - what a powerhouse lady, multi-talented and passionate in helping other artists realize their full potential. Her natural ability to mentor and seek out tangible rock-solid action plans, and witnessing the devastating impact Covid 19 emergency has brought on the Finnish arts sector, has led Christa to continue her advocacy by choosing to be politically active. Striving to make the Finnish arts environment a positive place to grow both as an artist as well as be beneficial for all parties.
Listen in as Christa sh...2021-07-0658 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisWorld-renowned bass player - Reggie Washington is our special guest on episode 8 - season 3 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
Reggie Washington was both raised and started his musical career in New York. Now he is globally known as a consummate bass player, bandleader, composer educator, mentor, and a man that has followed his heart in love. Living in Brussels, Belgian with his wife and three daughters.
It was really great fun to spend quality time with him chatting about many things that you don't normally hear. Listen in and hear backstories, musician advice, and much more. I know you won't be disappointed.
Please check out the website for Reggie Washington and...2021-07-021h 20Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisRebecca Angel chats about her new debut album Love Life Choices and background with Darrell Craig Harris on Episode 7 - Season 3
I was looking forward to chatting with Rebecca, especially about her new debut album 'Love Life Choices' - Although having listened to her singing and knowing some of her musical family histories. It becomes all apparent why she sounds so polished for her age.
Having active encouragement from an uncle - Steve Angel the drummer who played with Jimi Hendrix. Plus, Rebecca's mom and dad, Linda and Dennis Angel, also musical in their own right actively encouraged her to pursue he dreams of being a professional singer. You then connect this all with a musical...2021-06-2926 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisGlobally known Jazz vocalist, composer, producer, music journalist - Fiona Ross - is our guest on Switcher Chats with Darrell Craig Harris
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My good friend in London, UK - Fiona Ross, and I had a chance to catch up. Mostly, I wanted to share with all of you how totally amazing this multi-talented individual is, and for you to hear it directly from Fiona with some prompting from me. She tends to rave on about new and upcoming musicians - constantly encouraging and supporting the younger generations.
Fiona is constantly on the go. It's like she has some secret access to NASA rocket fuel. In...2021-06-2253 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisHow we Achieved 100K Downloads in 6+ months @ Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris and his co-producer Nigel J. from Music Tribes Unite, and all on Switcher Chats!
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When Nigel J. and I started this podcast project, we set out to achieve 100K downloads. We thought it might take 12 months?
We've managed this 100K milestone in 6+ months with just 35 podcast shows and an Apple Listener rating of 4.6 of 5 Stars on nearly 800 comments. And hit a Global audience of 57 countries in March 2021.
People have asked us to share how we did it? So...Listen in and hear how we achieved this success that is almost unheard of in the mu...2021-06-1854 min
Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisChris Heers - LIVE with Darrell Craig Harris at the Famous 108-year-old Pioneer Saloon with Switcher Chats and Music Matters Podcast.
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Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris (pro-bassist) Livestream this time is at the Pioneer Saloon with singer/songwriter Chris Heers- This Las Vegas native has songs that have been featured in movies, TV, Xbox, and Wii Country Dance Video Games, and on worldwide radio charting several top 100 songs in the USA and as high as number one in Europe. Chris is twice nominated for best Indie country album and for best Americana song "Leaning Into Barstow". Chris Heers was named 2015 Las Vegas performer of the year and ca...2021-06-1128 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisMusic Matters with Darrell Craig Harris & Switcher Chats connect with singer-songwriter Philena Carter in Las Vegas
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Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris chats with singer-songwriter Philena Carter Philena Carter Music talking about songwriting, living and working in Las Vegas, her band Stanley Ave and more! Philena plays a couple of her fav singer/songwriter songs for us as well :) Our podcast series is available on all major podcast outlets, search for “Music Matters With Darrell Craig Harris”. Thanks to 11th Street Records and to our sponsor Switcher Studio mics supplied by Shure #switchercreator #madewithswitcher
(Switcher Studio IOS App camera aspect view...2021-06-0417 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisGeorgina Agombar - founder and director of 'Third Fret' whose company provides online musical and production services is our guest on episode 2 of season 3 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris.
Georgina (a.k.a - George) Agombar and I first connected via Instagram - While I was impressed by her website and music, after chatting with her, I was very heartened to hear what George had to share. Listen in as we chat about how George has naturally discerned for herself at a young age what it takes to provide collaboration to support musical talent in helping them to personally identify what achieving success is in the new music industry. For me, George Agombar is a positive example of what is great about a new and up-and-coming...2021-05-3121 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisGraham Russell of the Iconic duo - Air Supply is our special guest on Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris on Episode 1, Season 3
In the first episode of our new season three - I reconnect and chat with Graham Russell of the iconic duo - Air Supply.
We chat about meeting in Japan while both touring in our respective shows. Graham shares his thoughts on songwriting, touring, life, and we even chat about Graham's deep spiritual beliefs! This was a great time spent with this fascinating individual. I hope you'll really enjoy this episode, as It’s a good one!
To find out more about Graham Russell and Air Supply, their tour dates, and mu...2021-05-2858 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisNashville based Tim Quick well known for his guitar playing in hit Broadway musicals, a film/TV composer and producer is our guest on episode 21 season 2 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
I met Tim way back when we toured on the Queen Symphony Show. Tim is well-known as the featured guitarist for NBC’s Emmy Award-winning Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert televised special. And, School of Rock The Musical.
Tim has also performed alongside Alice Cooper, John Legend, and Dee Snider, as well as recording with multi-platinum selling producers such as Rob Cavallo and David Bottrill. for 2x Grammy Award winner Gloria Gaynor, he is also a member of the Bacon Brothers with whom he has spent the last three years as their guitarist, mandolinist, an...2021-05-2142 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisMarten Andersson - acclaimed Heavy Metal and Hard Rock bass player is our guest on episode 20 season 2 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
It is great to connect with another bass guitar player and get into some details. Marten Andersson originally from Stockholm, Sweden, has lived for many years in Hollywood and on the outskirts of Los Angeles, California. He's a real heavy metal and hard rock nice dude. Well-known for playing with many famous bands - Steelheart - Lizzy Borden - Lynch Mob - Starwood - Legacy.
In 2016, Marten Andersson co-founded ‘From Classical to Rock‘ with famous Chinese violinist Yutong, acclaimed cellist Stan Sharp bringing together platinum-selling Rock Stars, and Award-Winning Classical musicians benefiting public music and art ed...2021-05-1737 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisIconic 1960s singer Gary Puckett joins us to chat about his music career and shares some of his upcoming plans – all on episode 19 season 2 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
I had the pleasure of touring with Gary Puckett for a number of years and it was great to re-connect with him again - Just like old times. As you'll hear we covered a lot of ground in the hour that we spent chatting. I hope you enjoy this podcast as much as I did in making it. Below is a summary of the fantastic achievements that Gary has attained thus far in his impressive musical career.
GARY PUCKETT and the UNION GAP was one of the most successful musical groups of the sixties.
2021-05-141h 10Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisNiki Westerback – singer/songwriter and lead vocalist for the all-female rock-band Barbe-Q-Barbies is our special guest on episode 18, season 2 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
In this episode, I chat with one of my long-time friends Niki Westerback. Niki was discovered and encouraged to develop her singing skills by well-known vocal coach and record producer -Tracy Lipp of Helsinki Records. Since their first studio meeting, Niki has never looked back. Both her solo career and as the lead singer of the all-female heavy rock group - Barbe-Q-Barbies.
Over the CV19 lockdown, Niki's was invited to provide multi-back vocals for the Euro-winning hard rock group - Lordi - Niki's successful solo singer/songwriter career is aptly titled Niki's Project, and her l...2021-05-1028 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisWaylon Reavis vocalist for Nu Metal Band ‘A Killer's Confession' and former vocalist for 'Mushroomhead' chats with Darrell Craig Harris on episode 17 season two
My chat with Waylon Revis, vocalist for 'A Killer Confession' and former 'Mushroomhead' vocalist was great fun while at the same time insightful. This is one happily married dude living in Florida. When listening to this chat I am sure like me you'll feel the clear sense that having faced personal adversity nothing now is gonna stop him from his razor-sharp focus to move forward in life.
We cover lots of topics from his past, time with 'Mushroomhead'. How he has been dealing with life not touring due to CV19 and how he's preparing to g...2021-05-0742 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisSinger Bucky Heard of the Righteous Brothers - well-known vocal coach and really nice all-round guy is our guest on Music Matters - episode 16 of season 2 - with Darrell Craig Harris
It's great to chat with Bucky Heard. He joined with 'The Righteous Brothers' in 2016 at the invitation of Bill Medley, who said he'd found not only an amazing voice, he also found the right chemistry pairing up with Bucky. Above and beyond singing with the Righteous Brothers, Bucky offers an online vocal singing coaching method he's developed called Vocal PREP Metrix. Working on a strong foundational balance between Pitch, Range, Endurance, and Power.
Bucky Heard is also an actor/director/producer.- Bucky has also teamed up with The Righteous Brother guitarist John We...2021-05-031h 06Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisLegendary platinum recording artist Mark Farner all-American frontman and guitarist, of Grand Funk Railroad - is our special guest on episode 15 – season 2 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris.
My special guest on this episode is a global legend with 14 top 40 hits, 5 Top 10 Hits, and 2 x number 1 Hits - a massive Talley of Gold and Platinum records, also he has over 30 million sold records to his credit.
It was a real pleasure to chat with Mark Farner. A Flint, Michigan native, husband, father, and the all-American frontman and guitarist for
'Grand Funk Railroad'. Plus Mark brought me up to speed on his latest project 'Mark Farner's American Band'. Our quality time chatting together was very insightful and a real honor.
I...2021-04-3043 min
The Groove Coast PodcastAward winning Jazz vocalist, pianist, composer-producer and journalist ++, Fiona Ross chats with Jon and Darrel on this first episode of season 2 of the Groove Coast Podcast
Hey, and welcome back to this premiere episode of seasons 2 on The Groove Coast Podcast. This time we're very lucky to have a powerhouse of a person as our guest and all the way from the UK...Fiona Ross. She's a multiple award winning jazz artist with many strings to her metaphorical bow. From a very early age Fiona as been involved in the arts industry and her formative education was arts based. Her credits are far-reaching and Fiona is constantly 'doing her thing(s)' While she is extremely well-connected, knowing many famous names, She's very h...2021-04-201h 19Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisNorthern Mexican Journalist and Radio Host - Edna Martinez - Chats about arts, culture and politics on episode 13 - season two of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
What great fun and a real pleasure to chat with Edna Martinez
Who is both a journalist and public radio station host on the public Radio Universidad Cuauhtemoc station. Her popular radio show - "MONITOR" offers vital up to date information on all elements of arts, culture and political commentary in the northern region of Chihuahua.
Edna and I covered a lot of ground in a very short space of time. Well what do you expect when chatting with a seasoned radio show host. Listen in and hear how daily life i...2021-04-1631 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisSocial Media Superstars - Dylan 'N' Alice - chat about their Multiple Viral Videos, New alternative Rock music and Upcoming tour plans on episode 12 season 2 of Music Matters Podcast
It was great to hang out with the three members of Dylan 'N' Alice - Michael, Dylan and Tommy...what great guys, talented and mega following on their social media channels.
Dylan the lead vocalist is well known for his YouTube, TikTok, Facebook videos, as well as several tv show appearances! His most popular video has over 115,000 million views...awesome music!
Check out their website = Dylan 'N' Alice and social media channels below.
A Big thanks to our friends at #AudioGeer and the team @shure for...2021-04-0939 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisHear the unmistakable soulful voice of Finnish musician, composer, arranger and vocal coach - Charlotta Kerbs on Episode 11 - Season 2 of Music Matters Podcast
What a pleasure to chat with and hear sing the unmistakable soulful voice of Finnish musician, composer, arranger and vocal coach Charlotta Kerbs. (also affectionately known as) Charlotta Curves.
I've been following Charlotta on YouTube and social media for sometime, and she's always amazed me with the versatility of her voice, with its deep expression and amazing tone. As I mentioned it's one of those voices that is immediately recognizable. Please listen in and hear for yourself - I actually had tears flowing with her first of two songs she sings for us. The second i...2021-04-0834 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisFinnish singing superstar and good friend Jannike Sondstrom reconnects with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast Episode 10 of Season 2
What a pleasure to reconnect with this Finnish Pop superstar, kind and lovely personality. I've travelled to Finland fifteen times now. It's people, the landscape and the energy have a special part that lives within me. Listen in as Jannike shares some fascinating insights about her start in music which is very much a vocation for her. Jannike also shares some updates and whats on her immediate horizon.
Check out her Jannike's website - Jannike Sondstrom- and social media channels -
A Big thanks to our friends at #AudioGeer and the tea...2021-04-0238 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisActress, singer and show producer – Erin Baltsar is our special guest on Music Matters Podcast on Episode 09 - S2
It's a real pleasure to chat with actress, singer and show producer – Erin Baltsar. This ladies career path has taken her right across both the continental United States, Europe and beyond. Performing in off broadway and regional shows and onto New York. Erin is currently starring in FRIENDS! The Musical Parody which pivots to Paris Las Vegas to continue its successful off-Broadway run that pokes fun at the show we know and love. Erin also formed and manages a Vintage Jazz trio called 'The Swing It! Girls' - performing great music and entertainment to the servicemen and wome...2021-03-2836 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisMoody Blues keyboardist talks to Music Matters about his Grammy nominated group Alan Hewitt and One Nation & much more - EP.08-S2
Listen in on this episodes with our special guest Alan Hewitt - the Moody Blues keyboardist since 2010. Darrell and Alan chat about Alan's latest grammy nominated group - Alan Hewitt and One Nation. They also chat about Alan playing with Earth Wind and Fire, One Nation, The Moody Blues. Alan was originally a drummer and switched to keyboard when he realised the wide-ranging scope it provided him for composing music. His composing credits cover both film music and TV. They include National Lampoon’s Van Wilder, Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason, Survivor, MTV, Dancing With The Stars...2021-03-2338 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisInternational known vocalist, actress & show producer Anne Martinez chats on Music Matters Podcast with Darrell Craig Harris - EP.07 - S2
On this episode 07 - Season 2 of Music Matters Podcast...Darrell Craig Harris guest is Internationally known vocalist, actress, show producer and good friend Anne Martinez. Listen in and hear about the lessons that Anne has learnt along the way to maintain and grow her highly successful career. Working with well known entertainers, producing and creating shows, and working through the corvid lockdown.
Originally from New York, Anne has spent her whole life in the arts and entertainment industry, coming from a talented musical family. As a trained dancer and musician, Anne has travelled...2021-03-171h 04
Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisSupporting World Hearing Day - Founder & President of Sensaphonics - audiologist, Dr Michael Santucci Chats with Darrell on Music Matters Podcast - EP.06 - S2Our guest today is Dr Michael Santucci an audiologist, president and founder of Sensaphonics a globally known audio company based in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
Making custom molded in-ear monitors, earplugs, and hearing protection for musicians, sound engineers, industrial use, motor sports and for aircraft pilots and even space shuttle astronauts.
Listen in as audiologist Dr. Michael Santucci chats about the development of good hearing health for musicians, and some valuable technical information which may surprise even seasoned audio industry and musicians when setting up for live concerts and gigs.
D...2021-03-0344 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisJ-pop and K-pop Mega hit songwriter Mayu Wakisaka chats with Darrell on Music Matters Podcast-EP.05 - S2
J-pop and K-pop Mega hit songwriter Mayu Wakisaka chats with Darrell on Music Matters Podcast. Speaking from her home in Tokyo. Mayu and Darrell chat about her tremendous success as a songwriter and as a popular singer.
J-pop and K-pop are very different because of their respective languages, and Mayu explains how things are done. Mayu shares information about Darrell's involvement in the launching of her success songwriting career that he was not aware of. Guess you learning something new everyday :)
Mayu has written for TWICE, Girls Generation, Got7, TXT, OH MY...2021-02-2425 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisModern Drummer magazines editor at large, founding member of Mantus with 3 top ten singles, drummer, and more–Billy Amendola chats on Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris – EP.04 - S2
My special guest on this episode is Billy Amendola, the editor at large of the long-time popular magazine 'Modern Drummer'. Billy graciously shares personal facts for the first time. His growing friendship with Ringo Star since meeting at Saturday Night Live (SNL). His early music career, the forming in 1974 of the New York City based band 'Mantus'. Achieving three top ten dance singles with a worldwide success in the late 70s, and that's just for starters!
We chat about Billy's start at Modern Drummer magazine and the founder, his mentor, dear friend and d...2021-02-221h 20Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisThe famous music documentary - The Wrecking Crew - Executive producer/director - Denny Tedesco is our special guest on Music Matters Podcast-EP.3-S2
It was a real pleasure to chat with Denny....his Dad and Mom inspired and taught me a lot through my interactions with them both at music school in California. So, when I had a chance to chat with Tommy's son Denny about the wonderful film - 'The Wrecking Crew' I couldn't wait to hear about some of the interesting history behind how the film came to life as well as some insight into Denny's own cinematic career.
Listen in as Denny explains why his film about a legendary group of studio musicians...2021-02-0558 min
Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisGlobally known Japanese poet, journalist, filmmaker, and songwriter - Yuri Kageyama chats and performs live with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.01 - S2Darrell was introduced to Yuri through Darrell's performance connection with the well-known traditional Bon Daiko drummer Isaku Kageyama.
YURI KAGEYAMA is a poet, fiction writer, essayist, journalist, filmmaker and songwriter of bilingual and bicultural (Japanese and American) upbringing chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters. Yuri shares her thoughts on current daily life in Tokyo and shares her keen perspectives on how we all need to be personally responsible if we wish for a collective legacy that offers a positive outcome for our succeeding generations.
Yuri talks about her award winning film...2021-01-241h 18Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisMusic Matters Podcast TrailerMusic Matters is a podcast series hosted by globally published music journalist, pro musician, published Getty Images photographer Darrell Craig Harris. Music Matters is based in Las Vegas!
The series is produced by the Music Matters team which includes Darrell Craig Harris and voiceover artist and co-producer Nigel J. at MusicTribesUnite.Media based in the south of France!
The podcast series features guests from all facets of the music industry including globally known artists, musicians, music biz insiders, music-related manufacturers and more!
2021-01-0800 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisRodney Hall, president of the legendary FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama - chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.11
In this episode, Darrell chats with his good friend Rodney Hall, who is the president of the FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals Alabama. Rodney is also the co-owner of FAME Publishing. Rodney's father - Rick Hall along with Billy Sherrill and Tom Stafford founded Florence Alabama Music Enterprises in 1959. Rick Hall took over as the sole owner in 1960 and renamed the recording studio with the acronym of its original name as FAME Recording Studios, moving location to Wilson Dam Highway in Muscle Shoals. In 1962 they moved again to the current building which started construction with a $12000 bank...2021-01-0758 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisSpecial guest - Josh Paul - bassist for Daughtry ++ chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP. 10
Well-known bassist Josh Paul is my special guest on this episode. Listen in as Josh shares backstories and insight into his life and as a bass player for the very successful rock bands - Daughtry, Suicidal Tendencies, and Infectious Grooves. Josh also tell us about his really interesting music projects that he's completed, his current ones, Zenith Devine, and the musical soundtracks by Josh and Brian Craddock on - The Project Chronicles - growing video series.
As a family man, Josh also shares some of the lessons he's learnt over the years a...2020-12-256h 55
Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisMusic Matters Podcast with Darrell Craig Harris and his guest Nigel J. Farmer - EP.01Welcome to the Inaugural episode of Music Matters Podcast
with your host - Darrell Craig Harris.
My special guest on this first episode is Nigel J. Farmer. Like myself, he's constantly on the go! His background and travels are wide-ranging, and he's the editor in chief of one of the top jazz magazine. He's a lot more, and he's my friend, and actually the intro/outro voiceover and co-producer with me on Music Matters podcast. Listen in and hear this cheeky chap and his English voice as he answers my questions and makes comments...2020-12-201h 58
Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisAn International quick chat on the New SHURE MV7 USB/XLR combo dynamic podcast microphone - EP.02
#QuickChatsMMP
Music Matters Podcast now uses the new SHURE MV7 as my good friends at Audio Geer sent me one in a gorgeous silver (also comes in black) to try and I'm now hooked...
Nigel J. in SW France also recently received his black SHURE MV7 for use in his podcast studio and as a back up for his voice overwork. Listen as Nigel J. and I explain some of the really great benefits of owning this dynamic microphone.
Inspired by the legendary SM7B, the MV7 is...2020-12-2005 minMusic Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisLong time Bass player for Jools Holland & much more - Dave Swift chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.08
It was great to re-connect with Dave at his home in south-east London, UK. After a long British summer, Dave found himself not only in the second lockdown but to boot it was raining - I wonder if it was sunny would he have spoken to me in his garden with a great British beer in-hand! Our chat was insightful and great fun. Amongst many achievements Dave has been the featured bassist on 7 double platinum-selling albums - so we could have spoken for hours!
Below is a shortened - extract of Dave's extensive professional experience...2020-12-141h 27Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisBilly Joel protégé and friend Michael Cavanaugh chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.07
When you have a friend that's happy to pick you up from the airport at a moments notice and has been picked by Billy Joel as a protégé. It's time to ask him to chat on your new podcast. What a great podcast show this became. Lots of backstage sharing and a real treat to hear Michael play for us all live from his home studio in Las Vegas.
Read some short extracts from a resume that's like a mini-book - Michael Cavanaugh is the new voice of the American Rock & Roll Songbook and a...2020-12-081h 02Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisSpecial Guest - Beyoncé, Madonna, U2 producer/remixer - Craig J. Snider chats with Darrel Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP. 06
Craig J. Snider is multitalented music professional with many credits to his name with work that includes credits for Katy Perry, Madonna, Dido, and for the well-know brands McDonald's and Gatorade. Craig and Darrell chat and cover a lot of ground, from catching up as friends to some of the fascinating areas that led Craig to a slew of 30+ Billboard Dance Chart #1 hits, including songs by Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Katy Perry, Justin Timberlake, Dido, Kelly Clarkson, Madonna, U2’s Summer of Love and many more.
Craig is also the creative director at Mix Kitc...2020-12-021h 00Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisAmerican hard rock/heavy metal bassist. Rudy Sarzo chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.05
Listen in on my insightful and moving chat with Bassist Rudy Sarzo which really impacted me! Rudy and I spoke about many things including why connection through music is part of the vital life-blood that musicians can give to their audiences as well as receive from the audience with gratitude. Also, Rudy shared his feelings about the tragic unexpected passing of Ozzy’s legendary guitarist Randy Rhoades, and the last moment's Rudy spent with his long time friend and bandmate from Quiet Riot Frankie Banali! It was very honest, real, and very emotional! I hope you get a...2020-11-251h 11Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisBlue Oyster Cult guitarist Richie Castellano chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.04
In this new Music Matters #Podcast episode, we chat with @BlueOysterCult guitarist, songwriter, co-producer Richie Castellano! Along with BOC, Richie also founded the viral Youtube music series Band Geek!
Here are some links for you to check out ALL the great work that Richie's working on :)
Blue Oyster Cult
Richie Castellano on YouTube
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Music Matters with Darrell Craig HarrisRock Bass Legend - Billy Sheehan chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.03
Welcome to this episode of Music Matters Podcast. This time my very special guest is a man and artist that I've admired for a long-time. The one and only Rock Bass Guitar legend Billy Sheehan.
photo credit: Larry DiMarzio
Billy is known for his work with Talas, Steve Vai, David Lee Roth, Mr. Big, Niacin, and The Winery Dogs. Sheehan has won the "Best Rock Bass Player" readers' poll from Guitar Player magazine five times for his "lead bass" playing style. Billy currently lives in Nashville and it was really a...2020-11-121h 09