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Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 113: Earl Slick (David Bowie, John Lennon & more)ABOUT EARL SLICK:Legendary guitarist and songwriter who, in addition to his solo work, has recorded and toured with a wide range of artists including David Bowie, John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Robert Smith and many, many more.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with the biggest names in en...
2025-02-281h 29
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 112: Jay Buchanan (Rival Sons)ABOUT JAY BUCHANAN:Singer, songwriter, solo artist and frontman of the American rock band Rival Sons.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with the biggest names in entertainment and have been, and still are, a fly on the wall. Learn more about your ad choices...
2025-02-1458 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 111: Dane Clark and the Backroom Boys: "Gurus, Hitmen and Heaven" album specialABOUT THE NEW ALBUM:This episode highlights our co-host's (Dane Clark) latest album "Gurus, Hitmen and Heaven". The ninth album by Clark and the third with the Backroom Boys. Full of heartfelt songs and performances that lyrically present a version of the state of this union and the condition of those close to Dane. The album's contents are dedicated to finding peace with one another in this country and this world.The album features Clark along with L Maurice Stewart (Moe Z MD), Troye Kinnett, Andy York, Scott Kemper, Erik Scull, Jack Taylor and Jon Porter. Music Bu...
2025-01-3154 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 110: Gord Sinclair (The Tragically Hip)ABOUT GORD SINCLAIR:Musician, bassist and songwriter from Canadian rock icons The Tragically Hip. Sinclair is also a solo artist and released the album "In Continental Drift" in 2023. 2024 marked the 40 year anniversary of aforementioned Tragically Hip and the new documentary "No Dress Rehearsal" premiered.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their c...
2025-01-171h 02
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 109: Jeff "Skunk" Baxter (Steely Dan, The Doobie Brothers & more)ABOUT JEFF "SKUNK" BAXTER:Rock legend, Jeff "Skunk" Baxter is an American guitarist, known for his time in the rock bands Steely Dan and The Doobie Brothers during the 1970s and Spirit in the 1980s. His resume is a who's who of Rock history. Also....more recently, he has worked as a defense consultant and advised U.S. members of Congress on missile defense. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE H...
2025-01-0356 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 108: Joe GrusheckyABOUT JOE GRUSHECKY:Rock legend known for his work with the Iron City Houserockers and collaborations with Bruce Springsteen. He recently released the album “Can’t Outrun A Memory”….. and also “Houserocker: A Joe Grushecky Anthology”. Over the years, his albums have included productions & contributions from Mick Ronson, Steve Van Zandt, Steve Cropper, Ian Hunter and Springsteen, among others.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music B...
2024-12-2058 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 107: Jeff Kollman (Alan Parsons Live Project & more)ABOUT JEFF KOLLMAN:Best known for his heavy, melodic electric guitar playing, fusing elements of Jazz harmony and creating his own brand of Rock with his long running prog fusion trio, Cosmosquad, and as member Chad Smith’s Bombastic Meatbats. You can also catch him live with famed producer Alan Parsons with The Alan Parsons Live Project and in the studio or on stage with the likes of Asia, Steel Pulse, Chris Isaak, Jason Mraz, Lou Gramm (Foreigner), and producing rock legends Phil Mogg (UFO), Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple), and Joe Lynn Turner (Rainbow). Check it out! Av...
2024-12-0657 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 106: Tony Levin (Peter Gabriel, King Crimson, John Lennon, Pink Floyd & more)ABOUT TONY LEVIN:Tony Levin is one of the most accomplished bass players in the history of rock music. He is also an author and true innovator. Whether it be his solo music, collaborations or as a member or recording with others. His most notable bass playing albums and tours have been with: Peter Gabriel, King Crimson, John Lennon, Pink Floyd, Lou Reed, Alice Cooper, Buddy Rich, Peter Frampton, Carly Simon, Judy Collins, Paula Cole, James Taylor & more....ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music b...
2024-11-2253 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 105: Micki FreeABOUT MICKI FREE:Guitarist and singer Micki Free is a GRAMMY® Award Winner, Five Time Native American Music Award Winner & formerly of Shalamar who has also worked with Gene Simmons, Prince, Bill Wyman, Diana Ross, Carlos Santana, Cheap Trick & many more.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with th...
2024-11-081h 10
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 104: Terry Adams (NRBQ)ABOUT TERRY ADAMS:American piano player, composer and, along with Steve Ferguson, is a founding member of the group NRBQ. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with the biggest names in entertainment and have been, and still are, a fly on the wall. Learn mor...
2024-10-2556 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 103: Matt Scannell (Vertical Horizon)ABOUT MATT SCANNELL:Singer, songwriter, guitarist, multi-instrumentalist and founding member of the alternative rock band Vertical Horizon.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with the biggest names in entertainment and have been, and still are, a fly on the wall. Learn more about your a...
2024-10-111h 06
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 102: Peter Holsapple & Will Rigby (The dB's)ABOUT PETER HOLSAPPLE & WILL RIGBY:Two members of indie-rock legends The dB's - singer/songwriter Peter Holsapple and drummer Will Rigby. The dB's grew up in Winston-Salem, NC, and helped define what would become the rich North Carolina indie-rock scene but emigrated to New York in the late 1970s and formed the band, frequently appearing at CBGB, Maxwell’s and other influential venues. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS...
2024-09-2755 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 101: Nicholas Niespodziani (Yacht Rock Revue)ABOUT NICHOLAS NIESPODZIANI:Nicholas Niespodziani is the lead singer of Yacht Rock Revue who also plays guitar, keyboards & percussion. Yacht Rock Revue are the ultimate purveyors of the smooth, yacht rock sound & who many reverently consider the keepers of the Yacht Rock fire. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers wo...
2024-09-1337 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 100: Music Buzzz Co-Hosts Dane Clark, Hugh Syme & Andy WilsonABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with the biggest names in entertainment and have been, and still are, a fly on the wall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-08-301h 07
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 99: Leslie MandokiABOUT LESLIE MANDOKI:Leslie Mandoki is a German-Hungarian musician who became known as a member of the music group Dschinghis Khan. He continued his career as a solo artist and became a music producer who worked with many internationally famous artists including Phil Collins, Lionel Richie and more. More than three decades after its inception, the Mandoki Soulmates band has not only set breakthrough musical standards with their new album “A Memory Of Our Future,” but has also delivered a masterpiece of audio production technology. The Soulmates have created a work of musical diversity that ranges f...
2024-08-161h 06
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 98: Narada Michael WaldenABOUT NARADA MICHAEL WALDEN:Multi-Platinum Grammy and Emmy winning Producer, Musician & Recording Artist Narada Michael Walden has worked with artists as diverse as Aretha Franklin, Steve Winwood, Ray Charles, Whitney Houston, George Michael, Mariah Carey, Barbara Streisand, Lionel Ritchie, Stevie Wonder, Jeff Beck, Journey and more....and was honored by Billboard Magazine as one of the Top Ten Producers of all time.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:
2024-08-0254 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 97: Billy Morrison (Billy Idol, The Cult & more)ABOUT BILLY MORRISON:British Guitarist for Billy Idol, co-Founder of Royal Machines, artist, actor, songwriter, singer & hologram! He has also toured with The Cult. His solo album, "The Morrison Project" is out now.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with the biggest names in entertainment and have been, and...
2024-07-1942 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 96: Richard Sterban (The Oak Ridge Boys, Elvis & more)ABOUT RICHARD STERBAN:Country Music Hall of Fame inductee and legendary bass singer Richard Sterban joined The Oak Ridge Boys in 1972. His career also includes singing as a member of JD Sumner and the Stamps Quartet and as a background singer for Elvis Presley. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their ca...
2024-07-0542 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 95: Mark Farner (co-founder Grand Funk Railroad)ABOUT MARK FARNER:Mark Farner, currently leading Mark Farner's American Band and co-founder and former vocalist/guitarist/songwriter for the platinum-selling Grand Funk Railroad. Mark is celebrating the release of Rock 'N' Roll Soul: Live 1989 marking the first time that Farner's "Woodstock: 20 Years After" concert performance has been released in its entirety. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh...
2024-06-2152 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 94: Jason Scheff (Chicago)ABOUT JASON SCHEFF:Jason Scheff is a longtime lead singer of the band CHICAGO. He joined the group in 1985 as lead singer/songwriter/bass player and went on to perform thousands of live concerts worldwide spanning four decades; 80's, 90's, 2000's and 2010's during a non-stop touring and recording career. Jason contributed vocals, songwriting, bass and keyboards spanning 17 CHICAGO albums and 98 songs such as lead vocals #3 Pop hit single 1986, "Will You Still Love Me", lead vocals and songwriting #5 Pop single 1988,"What Kind Of Man Would I Be" and background vocals/bass #1 Billboard song of the Year 1989, "Look A...
2024-06-071h 33
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 93: Corey Glover (Living Colour, Sonic Universe & more)ABOUT COREY GLOVER:GRAMMY® Award-winning singer, songwriter and actor Corey Glover is best known as the lead singer of legendary rock band Living Colour. Glover has also performed with Galactic, and others, and his latest group is Sonic Universe. He has also toured extensively as part of Jesus Christ Superstar and has had high profile acting roles including in the Oliver Stone movie Platoon (1986).ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT TH...
2024-05-2424 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 92: Vicky Hamilton (GRAMMY® Award-winning executive, personal manager & writer)ABOUT VICKY HAMILTON:GRAMMY® Award-winning executive, personal manager & writer Vicky Hamilton. She is one of the most successful female music executives in the industry, Vicky discovered, developed & assisted in the careers of Guns N’ Roses, Mötley Crüe, Poison, Stryper, June Carter Cash & more. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their c...
2024-05-1044 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 91: Pat Badger (Extreme)ABOUT PAT BADGER:Musician, singer and songwriter Pat Badger best known as longtime member and bass player for the rock band Extreme. Badger is also in Dark Desert Eagles and Tribe of Judah among other projects. Extreme has sold over 10 million albums and released their latest album SIX in 2023.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and A...
2024-04-2741 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 90: Ross Valory (Journey & more)ABOUT ROSS VALORY:Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, musician, bassist & songwriter Ross Valory is an original member of the multi-platinum band Journey until his 2020 departure. Ross has also recorded with the Steve Miller Band, Todd Rundgren and The Storm among others. Ross’s debut solo is called "All Of The Above".ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh...
2024-04-1252 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 89: Rick Wills (Foreigner & more)ABOUT RICK WILLS:Legendary bass guitarist Rick Wills is best known for his work with Foreigner and his associations with the Small Faces, Roxy Music, Peter Frampton, Spooky Tooth, David Gilmour, Bad Company and The Jones Gang. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with the biggest names in entertainment...
2024-03-291h 06
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 88: Steve Cropper (Booker T. & the M.G.'s & more)ABOUT STEVE CROPPER:Legendary American guitarist, songwriter and record producer Steve Cropper is known as the guitarist of the Stax Records house band and Booker T. & the M.G.'s, which backed artists such as Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, Carla Thomas, Rufus Thomas and Johnnie Taylor. He also acted as the producer of many of these records. He was later a member of the Blues Brothers band. Rolling Stone magazine ranked him 36th on its list of the 100 greatest guitarists of all time, and has won two Grammy Awards from his seven nominations.ABOUT THE P...
2024-03-1547 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 87: Ace Frehley (KISS & more)ABOUT ACE FREHLEY:Ace Frehley is a legend. A Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, highly successful solo artist, best selling author and original lead guitarist, occasional lead vocalist & co-founding member of KISS. His guitar playing influenced a generation of players. Ace has churned out solo albums at a rapid speed over the past many years in a career that has been, and is truly, out of this world.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, D...
2024-03-0132 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 86: Tyler Ramsey (singer-songwriter, guitarist & former Band of Horses)ABOUT TYLER RAMSEY:Esteemed singer, songwriter and guitar player, who spent 10 years as the lead guitarist of Band of Horses and has released four acclaimed solo albums; his latest release "New Lost Ages" is out now. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with the biggest names in entertainment and ha...
2024-02-1656 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 85: Roger Earl (Foghat)ABOUT ROGER EARL OF FOGHAT:Celebrating 50 years of Foghat in 2021, Roger Earl is still ferociously banging away! Born in London, England (Hampton Court & raised in Hounslow) in 1946 to a musical family where his father played piano at home and local pubs and there was always music in the house. Although he wanted to play piano, his older brother Colin Earl (keyboard player with the band Mungo Jerry of ‘In the Summertime’ fame) won that right. Roger began to play drums at the age of 12, took lessons for two years, and played with local bands around London while working...
2024-02-021h 02
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 84: Art Alexakis (Everclear)ABOUT ART ALEXAKIS:Three decades into a career filled with hits behind songs fueled with impactful messages, Everclear refuses to let time define them….Having recently released their in concert album Live at the Whisky A Go Go and new video for the song "Sing Away”. In this episode we are joined by lead singer, songwriter and guitar player Art Alexakis. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All th...
2024-01-1945 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 83: Rod Argent (The Zombies, Argent & more)ABOUT ROD ARGENT:A member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and founding member of The Zombies. Rod was the band’s principal composer including on 1964’s “She’s Not There”. After the group split in 1969 he formed the band Argent who enjoyed several hits in the 1970’s including “Hold Your Head Up”. Also in the 70’s Rod conducted session work for The Hollies, John Williams, The Who and Andrew Lloyd Webber. He worked as Webber’s pianist for 10 years before turning to film and TV scores. He resurrected The Zombies in 2004. ABOUT THE PODCAST: C...
2024-01-051h 23
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 82: Leland Sklar (legendary bassist)ABOUT LELAND SKLAR:As bassist in The Section, the L.A. session collective that was to the '70s what The Wrecking Crew were to the '60s, Leland Sklar helped define the '70s singer/songwriter sound. With agile, elegant, unfailingly supportive basslines, the man with the waist-length beard could pump fuel into Jackson Browne's engine on the rocking "Running on Empty" and fall like a gentle summer shower onto James Taylor's "You've Got a Friend" with equal expertise. Leland has played on over 2,000 albums for Carole King, Linda Ronstadt, Toto, Lyle Lovett, Phil Collins, Hall & O...
2023-12-221h 14
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 81: Phil Soussan (Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Idol, Last in Line & more)ABOUT PHIL SOUSSAN:Born in London, England Phil played in bands in college but got his first big break in the music business in 1980 when a call from Simon Kirke to join the band Wildlife on the Swan Song label. After that band Phil worked with Jimmy Page for a bit and over the years has played with Ozzy Osbourne, Johnny Halladay, Beggars & Thieves, Billy Idol, Vince Neil, Gilby Clarke, John Waite and more..... and currently is in the band Last In Line w/ Vinny Appice, Andrew Freeman and Vivian Campbell.ABOUT THE PODCAST: C...
2023-12-0859 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 80: Jock Bartley (Firefall, Gram Parsons, Zephyr)ABOUT JOCK BARTLEY:Co-Founder, Songwriter, & Guitarist of Boulder,, Colorado''s FIREFALL whose hits include "You Are the Woman", "Just Remember I Love You" "Strange Way", "Cinderella", "Headed for a Fall" & "Staying with It".ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with the biggest names in entertainment and have been, and st...
2023-11-231h 18
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 79: Steve Boone (The Lovin' Spoonful)ABOUT STEVE BOONE:Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Steve Boone is a bass player and music producer best known as a member of The Lovin' Spoonful. From late 1965 to mid-1967, the Spoonful reeled off nine Top Twenty hits including “Do You Believe in Magic”, “Daydream”, “Nashville Cats”, “Summer in the City” & more. The group is a wellspring of sunny, feel-good singles.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All th...
2023-11-101h 04
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 78: Wendy DioABOUT WENDY DIO:Over the years, Wendy Dio has been involved in many aspects of the music business including management, stage set design, concert video production and also served as executive producer on numerous gold and platinum albums. In 2010, she co-founded the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund, which has raised millions for research, education, and early detection screenings. In this episode we delve into the recent deluxe edition releases of the final 4 Dio albums and the fantastic documentary "DIO: Dreamers Never Die". Wendy is the widow and longtime manager for Ronnie James Dio.
2023-10-2736 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp 77: Russell Hitchcock (Air Supply)ABOUT RUSSELL HITCHCOCK:Legendary musician Russell Hitchcock met Graham Russell in 1975 and formed Air Supply. ThE group had many huge radio hits in the 70s, 80s and 90s including "All Out Of Love" "Lost In Love" "Making Love Out of Nothing at All" and many more. Hitchcock has also released solo albums and solo singles over the years including the hit "Swear To Your Heart" .....and continues with Air Supply to this day. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing th...
2023-10-1352 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 76: Michael Wilton (Queensrÿche)ABOUT MICHAEL WILTON:Founding member of Queensrÿche, Michael is known as "Whip" for his undeniable speed playing the guitar... though he started on bass many moons ago..... Queensrÿche released its 16th album, Digital Noise Alliance in 2022 and continues to blaze a trail both in the studio and on the road.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh S...
2023-09-2925 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 75: Nathan East (Eric Clapton, Daft Punk, Whitney Houston & more)ABOUT NATHAN EAST:Nathan is one of the most recorded session bass players of all time and founding member of the contemporary American smooth jazz quartet Fourplay. He has played on more than 2,000 albums & 10,000 songs....with the likes of Eric Clapton, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Phil Collins, Bob Dylan, Beyonce, Whitney Houston, Quincy Jones, Daft Punk, Elton John, Kenny Loggins & many, many more. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & Live...
2023-09-1545 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 74: Devon Allman & Donavon FrankenreiterABOUT DEVON & DONAVON:Rock ‘n’ roll recording artists and globe-trotting journeymen Devon Allman and Donavon Frankenreiter recently released their collaborative EP called Rollers, a 6- song collection features the singles “Calling All You Riders” and “See It All” as well as a guest appearance from Maggie Rose on the new track “We Belong.”The duo is also currently on their See It All American Tour, which has Allman and Frankenreiter attempting to set the Official World Record for fastest time to play a concert in each of the 50 states, currently 50 in 50 days set in 2003. The concept is simple...
2023-09-0128 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 73: Peter CaseABOUT PETER CASE:One of the most well-respected singer songwriters of his generation, Peter Case is an artist whose eclectic body of work embraces rock & roll, contemporary folk, blues, and any number of points in between.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working w...
2023-08-1850 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 72: Jim Babjak & Dennis Diken (The Smithereens)ABOUT JIM BABJAK & DENNIS DIKEN (of The Smithereens):Founded in New Jersey in 1980, The Smithereens have been creating electrifying, original rock’n’roll for over 40 years. Their take no prisoners sound reflects their Garden State roots and has resonated with fans worldwide over the course of 17 albums and 2500+ live shows. With the 2017 passing of singer Pat DiNizio, the surviving members have persevered and carried on their shared musical legacy using guest vocalists including Robin Wilson of the Gin Blossoms and Marshall Crenshaw and continue to entertain and rock fans all over the U.S. and the world!
2023-08-041h 05
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 71: Marc BroussardABOUT MARC BROUSSARD:Marc Broussard is an artist with a unique gift of channeling the spirits of classic R&B, rock and soul into contemporary terms. His father, Louisiana hall of fame guitarist of “The Boogie Kings” nurtured Marc’s musical gifts at an early age, and the vibrant Lafayette, Louisiana music scene gave Marc the opportunity to practice his craft consistently from childhood through early adulthood.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musicia...
2023-07-2148 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 70: Jody Stephens (Big Star & more)ABOUT JODY STEPHENS:Jody Stephens first came to the attention of music fans in the early 1970s as the drummer for the legendary #Memphis pop rock band Big Star .....and over the years has also worked with and been a part of other bands including Golden Smog (with members of Wilco & The Jayhawks), and alongside Luther Russell as Those Pretty Wrongs where Jody is the singer & songwriter. Stephens — has also helped manage the famed Ardent Studios in Memphis since the late 1980s.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those...
2023-07-0752 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 69: Andy Curran (Coney Hatch, Envy of None)ABOUT ANDY CURRAN:Singer, songwriter and bass player Andy Curran first burst onto the Canadian music scene in 1982 as founding member of Coney Hatch. Curran released his first solo album in 1992 and was nominated for two Juno Awards that year, taking home Most Promising Male Vocalist of the Year. In recent times Andy has served as a member of the group Envy of None alongside Alex Lifeson of Rush. Plus, Andy has spent a lot of his time on what he calls “the other side of the desk” but that hasn’t stopped him writing, producing and perfo...
2023-06-2357 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 68: Jared James NicholsABOUT JARED JAMES NICHOLS:Singer, songwriter, guitarist, and Gibson brand ambassador Jared James Nichols howling guitar stands tall as he delivers a one-two punch of gritty vocals straight from the gut and supercharged guitar work that has led him to perform alongside icons such as Slash, Billy Gibbons, Zakk Wylde & more.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh S...
2023-06-0940 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 67: Bill Payne (Little Feat)ABOUT BILL PAYNE:Bill Payne is an American pianist who, along with Lowell George, co-founded the American rock band Little Feat. He is considered by many other rock pianists to be one of the finest American piano rock and blues musicians of all time.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their c...
2023-05-2650 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 66: Ian Hunter (Mott the Hoople & more)ABOUT IAN HUNTER:Legendary singer-songwriter, author, and star from Mott the Hoople, his partnership with Mick Ronson, the Rant Band and now, with DEFIANCE PART I.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with the biggest names in entertainment and have been, and still are, a fly on the w...
2023-05-1253 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 65: Dave "Snake" Sabo (Skid Row)ABOUT DAVE "SNAKE" SABO:Dave "Snake" Sabo was born and raised in New Jersey and was the original lead guitarist in childhood friend Jon Bon Jovi's band before forming Skid Row with Rachel Bolen. Skid Row shot to fame in the late 80's behind the tunes "Youth Gone Wild" "I Remember You" "18 & Life" "Monkey Business" & more... Their latest album, produced by Nick Raskulinecz called "The Gang's All Here" is a real burner. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segme...
2023-04-2856 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 64: Richie Furay (Buffalo Springfield, Poco & more)ABOUT RICHIE FURAY:Richie Furay is an American music luminary, a Colorado Music Hall of Fame and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee. He is celebrated for pioneering Country-Rock as founding member of the legendary and quintessential groups Buffalo Springfield, Poco, and the Souther-Hillman-Furay Band.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their c...
2023-04-1456 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 63: Mike PortnoyABOUT MIKE PORTNOY:Portnoy is one of the world’s top rock drummers and founding member of Dream Theater & current drummer in Sons of Apollo, The Winery Dogs, Transatlantic, Flying Colors, The Neal Morse Band, Metal Allegiance & Liquid Tension Experiment. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with the bigg...
2023-03-3144 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 62: Dr. Fink (Prince)ABOUT DR. FINK:Multi-GRAMMY AWARD® Winning keyboardist Matt Fink, best known by his stage name Dr. Fink who was part of Prince's band from 1978-1991. He performed on some of Prince's biggest selling albums of all time from "Dirty Mind" through "Graffiti Bridge", including the 25 million seller "Purple Rain" and appeared in the movie. Fink didn’t just play in The Revolution, he was also part of NPG, Madhouse and in 2016, The Revolution came back together after Prince’s death for live performances. Fink has also worked with P Diddy, The Time, The Rembrandts and many more....
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Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 61: A.J. CroceABOUT A.J. CROCE:Over the past three decades, A.J. Croce has established his reputation as a piano player and serious vocal stylist who pulls from a host of musical traditions and anti-heroes — part New Orleans, part juke joint, part soul he handles lead vocal and rollicking piano with an irresistible loose-and-easy style. Furthermore, A.J. is also the son of the late, great Jim Croce.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & Live
2023-03-0353 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 60: Will Turpin (Collective Soul)ABOUT WILL TURPIN:Will Turpin, a singer-songwriter of his own tunes and longtime bassist of Collective Soul - one of the most successful rock bands of the 90's behind seven No. 1 hits in a seven year period and who have sold over 20 million records worldwide.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their...
2023-02-1733 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp 59: TiffanyABOUT TIFFANY:Legendary pop star Tiffany shot to the top of the charts in the late 80's with songs like "I Think We're Alone Now" and "Could've Been" and hasn't looked back. Her latest 11 song album is called Shadows and features the new tunes “”You’re My Everything” and “I Like The Rain” among others. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clar...
2023-02-0332 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 58: Kenny Wayne ShepherdABOUT KENNY WAYNE SHEPHERD:Since he burst from the blues clubs of Louisiana onto the global music scene Kenny Wayne Shepherd has twisted his classic songs into bold new shapes each night on stage. The Louisiana born guitarist has sold millions of albums while shining a light on the rich blues of the past and forging ahead with his own modern twist on a classic sound. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABO...
2023-01-2028 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 57: Matt Sorum (Guns N' Roses, Kings of Chaos, Velvet Revolver & more)ABOUT MATT SORUM:The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, GRAMMY winner and Hollywood A-list drummer has played a pivotal role in some of music's most successful rock albums from the past 30+ years including for Guns N Roses, Velvet Revolver and The Cult and as the driving force behind all-star bands Camp Freddy, Deadland Ritual and Kings of Chaos plus playing with the legendary Billy F. Gibbons for his solo band projects and more. ABOUT THE PODCAST:Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry v...
2023-01-0319 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 56: Kasim Sulton (Utopia, Meat Loaf, Joan Jett, Todd Rundgren & more)ABOUT KASIM SULTON:Bassist, keyboardist & vocalist Kasim Sulton. Best known for his work with the band Utopia where Sulton sang lead on 1980's "Set Me Free," Utopia's only top 40 hit in the U.S. and as a solo artist, Sulton hit the Canadian top 40 in 1982 with "Don't Break My Heart".Sulton has been a frequent collaborator, bassist and singer on many of Todd Rundgren's projects and solo tours, was a member of Joan Jett and the Blackhearts in the late 80's and has also toured or recorded with Blue Oyster Cult, Meat Loaf, Hall & Oates, Che...
2022-12-2343 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 43: Hugh Syme (designer, musician, album cover legend) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT THE PODCAST:Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & Live ABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with the biggest names in entertainment and have been, and still are, a fly on the wall. For this episode they are joined by guest co-host Mark Irwin.
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2022-06-241h 02
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 42: Doug Henthorn (Healing Sixes & more) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT THE PODCAST:Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & Live ABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with the biggest names in entertainment and have been, and still are, a fly on the wall.
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2022-06-1050 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 41: Rodney Crowell - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT RODNEY CROWELL:With more than 40 years of American roots music under his belt, Texas native RODNEY CROWELL is a two-time GRAMMY Award winner who has written fifteen #1 hits with five Number One hits of his own and a legacy of songwriting excellence which has made him an icon among giants. With strong roots in country music, Crowell has written chart-topping hits for the likes of Emmylou Harris, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Keith Urban and has also penned songs for Bob Seger, Etta James, the Grateful Dead, John Denver, Jimmy Buffett and others. A member of the...
2022-05-2744 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 40: Simon Kirke (Bad Company, Free) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT SIMON KIRKE:Legendary English rock drummer Simon Kirke is most known for his work with both Free and Bad Company. He has been the only continuous member of Bad Company since the band's inception and they have sold 40 million albums worldwide. Simon has played on some of the biggest rock radio songs of all time ranging from "All Right Now" to "Feel Like Makin' Love" to "Can't Get Enough" and many more. Though best known for his powerful backbeat drumming he is also a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter. He co-wrote the song "Bad Company" as well as most of...
2022-05-1350 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 39: Marshall Crenshaw - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT MARSHALL CRENSHAW:Veteran rock ’n’ roll tunesmith Marshall Crenshaw's beloved body of work encompasses ten studio albums as well as a variety of EPs, compilations and live discs. Marshall got his first break in 1978, playing John Lennon in the musical Beatlemania. His songs such as "Someday, Someway", "Cynical Girl" and "Whenever You're On Mind" and the co-write "Til I Hear It From You" by Gin Blossoms are timeless. He has also appeared in motion pictures; portrayed Buddy Holly in the 1987 film La Bamba and has had his songs covered by the likes of Bette Midler, Robert Gordon an...
2022-04-2947 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 38: Kristian Bush (Billy Pilgrim & more) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT KRISTIAN BUSH:Kristian Bush is a GRAMMY® Award-winning singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist. Three times he’s conjured his musical dreams into reality – once with his folk rock duo Billy Pilgrim, once with his country duo Sugarland - who have sold over 22 million albums worldwide, and most recently as a solo artist.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, H...
2022-04-1554 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 37: Fee Waybill (The Tubes) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT FEE WAYBILL:Fee Waybill is the lead singer and songwriter of San Francisco band The Tubes. Waybill has also worked with many other acts, including Toto, Richard Marx and Bryan Adams among others and has appeared in several motion pictures and TV shows.The Tubes formed in 1972 from two bands that moved to the Bay Area from Phoenix and still consist of its original members to this day. World-class drummer Prairie Prince, virtuoso guitarist Roger Steen, bassist Rick Gator Anderson, and Led by singer Waybill – known for his classic characters, including the glam-rocking, stack- he...
2022-04-0147 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 36: Todd Snider - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT TODD SNIDER:Todd Snider is one-of-a-kind and has long been recognized as one of his generation’s most gifted and engaging touring musicians and singer-songwriters. Snider is in his element when performing live, taking audience requests, sharing stories, and performing songs from his extensive catalog. Since 1994 Snider has released nearly 20 studio albums and along the way has worked with the likes of John Prine, Jimmy Buffett, Kris Kristofferson, Billy Joe Shaver and many more. He's a true storyteller and performer and the pride of Oregon.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about...
2022-03-1841 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 35: Frank Hannon (TESLA) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT FRANK HANNON:Founding member and lead guitarist of the band TESLA, Frank is an accomplished singer-songwriter and producer and host of The FAR OUT! Podcast. Having a passion for all genres of music, he has recorded several solo albums including Guitarz From Marz, Six-String Soldiers, World Peace and From one place...to Another! ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Da...
2022-03-0431 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 34: The Immediate Family - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT THE IMMEDIATE FAMILY:If you're fan of Jackson Browne, James Taylor, Stevie Nicks, Linda Ronstadt, Don Henley, Keith Richards and Carole King then you are familiar this incredible band by virtue of the classic songs they are a part of. The Immediate Family is a super, supergroup featuring Danny Kortchmar, Leland Sklar, Waddy Wachtel, Russ Kunkel and Steve Postell. After playing for decades for others they united as The Immediate Family.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segm...
2022-02-1841 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 33: Carlene Carter - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT CARLENE CARTER:GRAMMY® nominated singer-songwriter Carlene Carter has recorded 12 albums and released more than 20 singles, including three number three-peaking hits on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts. She is also the daughter of country music legends June Carter and Carl Smith, stepdaughter of Johnny Cash, and granddaughter of "Mother" Maybelle Carter of the original Carter Family.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Bu...
2022-02-0446 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 32: Mark Rivera (Billy Joel, Foreigner, Ringo Starr, Peter Gabriel) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT MARK RIVERA:Legendary saxophonist and musician Mark Rivera has been a part of Billy Joel's band longer than anyone and has also performed for many years as part of Ringo Starr's All Star Band. He can be heard on such timeless classics as Peter Gabriel’s “Sledgehammer” & "Big Time", Foreigner's "Urgent" and many of Joel's biggest hits since 1982. Mark's storied career also includes performing onstage with John Lennon at his final public performance. He is an excellent vocalist, and aside from the saxophone, can also play guitar, bass, flute, percussion and keyboards.ABOUT THE PODCAST: ...
2022-01-2154 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 31: Dane Clark, Hugh Syme & Andy Wilson (Hosts of Music Buzzz Podcast)Music Buzzz Podcast launched in 2021 and has featured 30 episodes (as of 12/31/21) of candid discussions with those who are and have been a fly on the wall in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of Musician, Design and Live. The podcast is hosted by Dane Clark (drummer in the John Mellencamp band since 1996), Hugh Syme (world-renowned graphic artist who has created albums covers for Rush, Dream Theater, Aerosmith, Bon Jovi, Joe Bonamassa, Megadeth, Kiss, Whitesnake and more) and Andy Wilson (an entertainment executive and President of ELEVATE).This Season 2 (episode 31) launch of Music Buzzz Podcast...
2022-01-0745 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 30: Paul Gilbert (Mr. Big) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT PAUL GILBERT:Paul Gilbert is an American hard rock and heavy metal guitarist. He is a co-founder of the internationally successful band Mr. Big. He was also a member of Racer X, with whom he released several albums. In 1996, Gilbert launched a solo career, for which he has released numerous solo albums, and featured in numerous collaborations and guest appearances on other musicians' albums.Gilbert has been voted fourth-best on GuitarOne magazine's "Top 10 Greatest Guitar Shredders of All Time". He has also ranked in Guitar World's "50 Fastest Guitarists of All Time" list.His...
2021-12-2126 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 29: Jerry Marotta (Peter Gabriel, Orleans, Paul McCartney) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT JERRY MAROTTA:In 1975 Jerry auditioned for a Woodstock, New York based group called Orleans and got the job and soon after played on his first hit “Still The One”. In 1977 Jerry flew to London and started working with ex-Genesis lead singer Peter Gabriel and can be heard playing on over 10 albums and on songs such as "Red Rain" "Shock the Monkey" "In Your Eyes" and many more . Throughout his career Jerry divided his time between recording and touring with Gabriel and also worked with countless others including Daryl Hall and John Oates, Tears for Fears, Joan Armatrading, Pau...
2021-12-1051 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 28: Doug "Cosmo" Clifford (Creedence Clearwater Revival founding member) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT DOUG "COSMO" CLIFFORD:Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Doug "Cosmo" Clifford is best known as a founding member and drummer for Creedence Clearwater Revival and also currently is in Creedence Clearwater Revisited. Clifford, along with Stu Cook and the Fogerty brothers (John and Tom) grew up in El Cerrito, California. CCR's music is a staple of American pop culture and the group has sold nearly 30 million records in the U.S. alone. Their 1976 Greatest Hits album is still on the Billboard 200 album chart and reached the 500-week mark in December of 2020. It ha...
2021-11-2655 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 27: Mike Reno (Loverboy) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT MIKE RENO:Mike Reno is, and has been, the lead singer for Canadian rock band Loverboy since the band's inception. Loverboy was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame at the 2009 Juno Awards. Their songs have been staples on classic rock and classic hits radio for over 40 years. "Working for the Weekend", "Hot Girls In Love", "Turn Me Loose", "Lovin Every Minute Of It", "Notorious", "When It's Over" and many more. Reno and the band have worked with the likes of Mutt Lange, Bob Rock, Jon Bon Jovi, Jonathan Cain and had songs serve as pa...
2021-11-1241 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 26: Peter Frampton - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT PETER FRAMPTON: Icon and legendary guitar player, singer, songwriter and innovator Peter Frampton whose career has seen him in the bands Humble Pie and the Herd, release the biggest selling live album in history, appear in The Simpsons and Family Guy (as himself), become a New York Times Best Selling Author and has worked with the likes of a Beatle, the Ox, the Star Man and Pearl Jam among others.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments o...
2021-10-2942 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 25: Van Dyke Parks - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT VAN DYKE PARKS:Few American artists have concocted such a deliciously wild artistic and musical gumbo as the Louisiana-raised, New York and California-tested Van Dyke Parks. Parks — his first paid gig after dropping out of college and relocating to L.A. was arranging "The Bare Necessities," for the 1967 film The Jungle BookThe arranger, songwriter, musician, actor and producer has performed and worked with everyone from Mothers of Invention and Skrillex to U2, The Byrds, Silverchair, and multiple collaborations with sonic genius Brian Wilson.Parks' work has been featured on hundreds of reco...
2021-10-1551 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 24: Lee Loughnane (Chicago) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT LEE LOUGHNANE of CHICAGO:Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Lee Loughnane is the Trumpet/Flugelhorn player and Songwriter from the legendary rock band with horns, Chicago. The band is the highest charting American band in Billboard Magazine's Top 125 Artists Of All Time and the first American rock band to chart Top 40 albums in six consecutive decades. ABOUT THE PODCAST:Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All thr...
2021-10-0143 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 23: John Waite - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT JOHN WAITE:John Waite's voice has been a staple on the radio airwaves for decades now. Whether as a chart topping solo artist with tunes like "Change" and "Missing You", as lead singer of 70's and 80's bands such as The Babys with "Back On My Feet Again" "Isn't It Time" "Every Time I Think Of You" and Bad English "When I See You Smile" "Price of Love" or pairing up with the likes of Alison Krauss or Kyle Cook of Matchbox Twenty. His latest release is Wooden Heart, an Acoustic Anthology - The Complete Recordings V...
2021-09-1744 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 22: Chris Hillman (The Byrds) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT CHRIS HILLMAN:Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and Country Rock pioneer, Chris Hillman was a founding member of the Byrds, the Flying Burrito Brothers, Manassas, the Souther-Hillman-Furay Band, McGuinn-Clark-Hillman and the Desert Rose Band.In 2017 he released the acclaimed Bidin’ My Time, his first solo album in 12 years, produced by Tom Petty and executive-produced by Herb Pedersen. In 2018, the 50th Anniversary of The Byrds’ groundbreaking Sweetheart of the Rodeo album, which launched the country rock movement in 1968 and is widely considered to be one of the most influential albums in the genre, was celebra...
2021-09-0339 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 21: Phil Ehart (Kansas) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT PHIL EHART & KANSAS:Phil Ehart is the drummer, founder, and longtime band manager for Kansas. With a legendary career spanning nearly five decades, Kansas has firmly established itself as one of America’s iconic classic rock bands. This "garage band" from Topeka released their debut album in 1974 and have gone on to sell more than 30 million albums worldwide.ABOUT THE PODCAST:Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All th...
2021-08-2044 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 20: Jerry Shirley (Humble Pie) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT JERRY SHIRLEY:Jerry Shirley is a legendary English Rock Drummer who is best known as a member of the highly influential rock band Humble Pie, appearing on all of their albums. Jerry was recruited by Steve Marriott to join Humble Pie when he was just 17 years old.Aside from Humble Pie, Jerry is also known for his work with Fastway, Waysted, Joey Molland from Badfinger, Alexis Korner, Billy Nicholls, John Entwistle (of The Who), Sammy Hagar and more.Jerry also recorded with Syd Barrett (Pink Floyd). On the debut LP The Madcap Laughs he shared dru...
2021-08-0659 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 19: Steve Sybesma (IndianaRockHistory.com & Legendary Concert Promoter) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT STEVE SYBESMA:Steve got his start as a concert promoter in 1972. Based in Indianapolis he promoted shows independently before joining Sunshine Promotions in 1974. Sunshine grew into one of the biggest concert companies in America, eventually producing more than 7,500 concerts and events in Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia, Virginia, Georgia, Mississippi, Nevada, and Puerto Rico. Steve resigned from SFX / Sunshine Promotions in late 2000. After a 2-year sabbatical he moved to Shanghai in 2003 to promote Western artists in China. There he co-founded China West Entertainment and eventually merged China West with Shanghai based A2Live. During his 11 yea...
2021-07-2353 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 18: Bob Merlis (Legendary Music Industry Veteran) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT BOB MERLIS:Merlis spent almost 30 Years at Warner Bros. Records handling Communications 1971-2001. After that he started his own firm. Clients he has worked with include John Mellencamp, Etta James, ZZ Top, John Fogerty, Carlene Carter, Alice Cooper, Neil Young, Madonna, Prince & also the recorded legacies of Jimi Hendrix, Roy Orbison & Sam Cooke. Bob is also an author, auto enthusiast & former member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominating Committee.ABOUT THE PODCAST:Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing t...
2021-07-0953 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 17: Don Brewer (Grand Funk Railroad) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT DON BREWER:In 1969 Don co-founded the power trio Grand Funk Railroad whose career sky-rocketed in 1973 behind the #1 hit, “We’re An American Band”, a song Don not only wrote, but sang while playing his historical drums licks. Also, his list of credits are “Shinin’ On” and “Walk Like A Man”. He is also the lead singer on the hit recording “Some Kind of Wonderful”. Grand Funk went on to record 12 Gold and 10 Platinum albums.In 1983 and 1987, Don was recruited to play on tour with Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band. The 1987 tour proved to be the largest gross...
2021-07-0236 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 16: Donna Jean Godchaux (Grateful Dead) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT DONNA JEAN GODCHAUX-MACKAY:Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay was co-vocalist of the Grateful Dead in the 1970s creating a lasting impact on legendary songs such as “The Music Never Stopped,” “Cassidy,” “Mississippi Half-Step,” and “Playing in the Band” among others. But prior to her years in the Grateful Dead she was a 1960's session musician at the legendary Muscle Shoals Sound Studio in Alabama. And most recently Donna Jean experiencing a full circle shift back to recording at Muscle Shoals for the reworking and release of the Donna Jean and the Tricksters classic “Shelter”, a song or...
2021-06-2549 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 15: Doug Gillard (Guided by Voices, Nada Surf) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT DOUG GILLARD:Doug Gillard is an indie rock guitarist and songwriter who originally hails from northern Ohio and is now based in New York City. He has been a member of major indie pop and punk bands, most notably Guided by Voices (1997-2004 and 2016 to present) helping lead the powerhouse indie rock gods fronted by the incomparable Bob Pollard to new heights, plus also as a member of Nada Surf, and in the past other great bands including Bambi Kino, Death of Samantha, and Cobra Verde and has also recorded with the likes of Neko Case, Th...
2021-06-1153 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 14: Bill Gibson (Huey Lewis and the News) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT BILL GIBSON:Bill Gibson began playing drums at age 7 and got his first drum kit at age 14. Bill joined the band Sound Hole and also played his first tour in 1974 backing up Van Morrison. Eventually, Bill and other members of Sound Hole joined with members of Clover to form Huey Lewis and the News. Since the band's inception Huey Lewis and the News have sold over 30 million albums and had 19 top ten hits including "The Power of Love", "If This Is It", "Heart & Soul", "I Want A New Drug", "Stuck With You", "Hip To Be Square", "...
2021-05-2859 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 13: Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot, Ozzy & more) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT RUDY SARZO:Rudy Sarzo is a professional recording and worldwide performing artist with a career spanning nearly four decades.Rudy arrived in Los Angeles in the late 70's and was a member of Quiet Riot. In the early 80's Sarzo followed fellow Quiet Riot bandmate and guitarist Randy Rhoads as a member of Ozzy Osbourne’s band, where Rudy served from March 1981 to September 1982. Rudy toured the world in support of the “Blizzard of Ozz” and “Diary Of a Madman” records. Rudy’s bass playing can be heard on Ozzy’s multimillion selling subsequent live albums fr...
2021-05-1450 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 12: Dave Burgess (The Champs-"Tequila") - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT DAVE BURGESS:An incredible 62 years after topping the Billboard Pop and R&B charts with the Grammy Award winning “Tequila,” The Champs featuring Dave Burgess are back with 12 freshly recorded tunes in their sensational new album Tequila Party.An experienced bandleader and musician, Dave’s forte has always been that of a songwriter. He has over 700 copyrights registered with BMI. Those who have waxed his tunes include Dean Martin, Bing Crosby, Lou Rawls, Don Gibson, The Lettermen, Marty Robbins, Anne Murray, Eddy Arnold, Engelbert Humperdinck, Ray Price, Gene Vincent, Johnny Rivers and Glen Campbell, just to...
2021-05-0554 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 11: Jim McCarty (The Yardbirds) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT JIM McCARTY:Jim McCarty is the legendary leader/drummer/singer/co-founder for The Yardbirds (a band who was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1992), Renaissance and other bands.Since the Yardbirds' birth from 1963 to 1968, and then its 2003 reformation, the group has been heavily influential and over the years has had many household names serve as a member of the group including the likes of Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page and more.Jim McCarty continues to lead this innovative British rock band that provides the crucial link between British...
2021-04-2354 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 10: Kevin Martin (Candlebox) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT KEVIN MARTIN:Kevin Martin is the lead singer of Candlebox, Le Projet, The Gracious Few and The Hiwatts. Kevin's voice is AMAZING..... Live it sounds exactly like it does on record. Kevin is a founding member of multi-million selling platinum hard rock band Candlebox who burst onto the scene in the early 90's with the self titled debut album that exploded on rock radio. As the first truly successful band on Madonna's Maverick Records Candlebox earned their stripes and over the years have created an arsenal of memorable songs that have stood the test o...
2021-04-0948 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 7: Nils Lofgren (E Street Band & more) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT NILS LOFGREN:Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Nils Lofgren is a virtuoso rock musician, recording artist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. His resume is absolutely mind blowing as he has recorded and performed with Bruce Springsteen as a member of the E Street Band since 1984, and has also served as a member of Crazy Horse, a member of Ringo Starr's All-Star Band, is the founder/frontman of the band Grin, and has recorded and toured with Neil Young, Lou Reed and others. Groups aside Nils has a vast catalogue of amazing solo work. Most recently Nils has...
2021-02-2655 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 6: Don Barnes (38 Special) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT DON BARNES (38 Special):Don Barnes is the consummate musician. He is a gifted singer, songwriter, performer, guitarist, instrumentalist, and producer. However, his talent is not merely the result of inherent genius, but of years of persistence, determination, self-discipline, sweat, and good old-fashioned hard work. After more than three decades together, 38 Special continue to bring their signature blast of Rock to over 100 cities a year. Their many Gold and Platinum album awards stand in testament to the endurance of a legendary powerhouse.With sales in excess of 20 million, most associate the band with their...
2021-02-121h 00
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 5: Bruce Kulick (Grand Funk Railroad, KISS & more) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT BRUCE KULICK:Bruce Kulick became a guitar hero when he was asked to join KISS in 1984. As their lead guitarist, Kulick was featured in the band from ’84 until ’96, performing around the world in addition to his recordings and videos with the iconic band which during that time included "Tears Are Falling," "Forever," "Crazy, Crazy Nights," "Who Wants To Be Lonely," "Domino," "Unholy," "God Gave Rock and Roll To You," "Reason To Live," "Rise To It" and many more. During those years, he earned multiple Platinum and Gold records and video awards. In addition to his years in KIS...
2021-01-2950 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 3: Kyle Cook (Matchbox Twenty) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT KYLE COOK:Kyle Cook has spent the bulk of his musical life as the lead guitarist of matchbox twenty. A multi-Grammy nominated band that has sold nearly 16 million albums and toured the globe and is one of the most popular American rock bands from the past 20+ years. Cook released his debut solo album Wolves in 2018. He has also recorded with Mick Jagger, John Waite as well as The New Left, Rivers & Rust and more.ABOUT THE PODCAST:Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry...
2021-01-011h 02
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryEp. 2: Lawrence Gowan (Styx, Gowan & more) - Music Buzzz PodcastABOUT LAWRENCE GOWAN:Multi-Platinum, JUNO Award-winning artist Lawrence Gowan has been delivering the hits for decades. Now a lead singer in the legendary rock band STYX; performing, writing, and playing keyboards with the band since 1999, Gowan saw great success in his early days as a solo act, with the release of notable hits like “Moonlight Desires”, “Strange Animal”, “Dancing On My Ground” and the Platinum hit “A Criminal Mind”, all of which have received the prestigious Classic Status.ABOUT THE PODCAST:Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business includi...
2020-12-1858 min
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & HistoryMusic Buzzz Podcast Intro. Episode ft. Hosts Dane Clark, Hugh Syme & Andy WilsonThe Music Buzzz Podcast will launch fully in January 2021.ABOUT THE PODCAST:Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & LiveABOUT THE HOSTS:All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme & Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with the biggest names in entertainment and have been, and still are, a fly on the wall.
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2020-11-0859 min
Fandom Buzzz!S01E07: Bookish Breakdowns #1: Chain of GoldWelcome to a brand new kind of episode for Fandom Buzzz! We're breaking down the things about Chain of Gold that made us break down in the inaugural Bookish Breakdown. Spoilers, spoilers, spoilers -- so consider yourself warned! There are new segments, and old games, and spoilers (Did we mention that already?), so turn back now if you haven't read the book yet and don't want to be spoiled.
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2020-03-121h 32Fandom Buzzz!S01E01: Path of Least ResistanceWe took a poll and the aye's have it! Welcome to the pilot episode of Fandom Buzzz!
First order of business: SPOILERS. It's really hard to buzz about your bookish loves and favorite fandoms without dishing on actual events or character arcs that you've read, watched or experienced, so please do keep in mind that this is a SPOILER-FILLED zone.
Now that we've gotten that out of the way, here's what you can expect from this podcast. We talk about what's happening "yay-abouts" in our bookish circle ("Bookish Buzz"), chat about upcoming titles we cannot w...
2020-01-0250 min