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The Song Writer's GigEpisode #47 - Neil David Kessler2023-07-011h 13The Song Writer's GigEpisode #46 - Tina Ross2023-06-011h 05The Song Writer's GigEpisode #44 - Grace Morrison2023-03-061h 10The Song Writer's GigEpisode #44 - Anita Abram2023-02-071h 12The Song Writer's GigEpisode #43 - JStu2022-12-201h 06The Song Writer's GigEpisode #42 - Rorie Kelly2022-10-251h 09The Song Writer's GigEpisode #41 - Carla Ulbrich2022-09-141h 07The Song Writer's GigEpisode #40 - Dave Vargo2022-06-231h 06The Song Writer's GigEpisode #39 - Andy Robbins2022-05-0251 minThe Song Writer's GigEpisode #38 - Ed Seifert2022-03-031h 09The Song Writer's GigEpisode #37 - Carol Crittenden2022-02-031h 02The Song Writer's GigEpisode #36 - Marc Delgado2021-12-231h 15The Song Writer's GigEpisode #35 - Stephanie Joyner2021-09-291h 12The Song Writer's GigEpisode #34 - Shanna in a Dress2021-09-021h 00The Song Writer's GigEpisode #33 - Erin Ash Sullivan2021-07-271h 05The Song Writer's GigEpisode #32 - Mark Ryan2021-06-291h 04The Song Writer's GigEpisode #31 - Lisa Jeanette2021-03-221h 04The Song Writer's GigEpisode #30 - Rachel Marie2020-12-1659 minThe Song Writer's GigEpisode #29 - Dennis McDonough2020-11-191h 02The Song Writer's GigEpisode #28 - Gen Evieve2020-09-011h 09The Song Writer's GigEpisode #27 - Abbie Gardner2020-07-291h 19The Song Writer's GigEpisode #26 - Kevin Liebkemass2020-05-251h 08The Song Writer's GigEpisode #25 - Sharon Goldman2020-04-211h 08The Song Writer's GigEpisode #24 - Kevin DeFeo2020-03-051h 08The Song Writer's GigEpisode #23 - Karen Kamenetsky2020-01-291h 03The Song Writer's GigEpisode #22 - Randie O'NeilEpisode #22 – Randie O’Neil Find The Song Writer’s Gig on iTunes and Stitcher Randie O’Neil was born in Allentown, PA and the city of her youth was captured in the Billy Joel song, “Allentown”. That was a time of transition in that proud city and the strength required to adapt to significant change has infused Randie’s musical journey. 8th Grade, a time that can be challenging for most people, dealt Randie a particularly tough blow when her guitars were sold out from under her. After high school her resolve pointed h...2019-07-1134 minThe Song Writer's GigEpisode #21 – James Lee BakerFind The Song Writer’s Gig on iTunes and Stitcher James Lee Baker was born in Amarillo, Texas with music in his veins. His mother played guitar, his father played drums, his grandmother wrote Gospel music and his grandfather was a concert pianist. James took the inspiration from his family and began working to play music and create his own musical identity. He began participating in open mics in his late teens and created a song catalogue that resulted in his first album being “Saturday” released when he was 18 years old. His early soun...2019-06-1438 minThe Song Writer's GigEpisode 20 - Jeiris Cook Episode #20 – Jeiris Cook Find The Song Writer’s Gig on iTunes and Stitcher When George booked Jeiris Cook to be on The Song Writer’s Gig he said “This guy is something special” and he was so right! Jeiris spent the first 13 years of his life in Atlanta before his family moved to Maplewood, New Jersey and has been a Jersey guy ever since. Music, especially singing, was always in his home and he traces his vocal performing back to his start around 5 years old. He was a BIG Michael...2019-05-151h 02The Song Writer's GigEpisode #19 - WinterLongEpisode #19 - WinterLong Dave and Gift Venezio perform as WinterLong and have a well-earned reputation for appealing melodies accompanied by wonderful harmonies. Music has played a part in their lives from a young age. Gift remembers her childhood in the Philippines as having music “everywhere”. In the 1970’s Dave was introduced to a wide range of artists by his older brother (KISS & Queen) and sister (Joni Mitchell and Led Zeppelin). Dave’s first band experience was playing guitar in an all original band (1992). He remembers their first gig (a big success) being followed by a Battle o...2019-04-161h 06The Song Writer's GigEpisode #18 - Jo Jo RussellEpisode #18 – Jo Jo Russell On this episode, George and I sit down with a songwriter who has an energy and spirit that is both unique and infectious – Jo Jo Russell! It is rare to meet a musician who has supported themselves for their entire life by playing music but that is exactly what Jo Jo has and is still doing. I think it is safe to say that when Jo Jo takes the stage, people really listen – no one leaves the room or checks out their phone! For someone who seems so perfectly suited to be on st...2019-03-011h 09The Song Writer's GigEpisode 17 - Paul Nelson2019-02-0239 minThe Song Writer's GigEpisode #16 - Kevin KinsellaThis episode has Kevin Kinsella joining us as we sit down and talk finding open mics on vacation, songwriting inspirations and very memorable directions to a gig.2018-12-081h 09The Song Writer's GigEpisode #15: AJ CroixOur guest today, AJ Croix, has traveled the Country Rock path across the country and beyond including celebrating his 21st birthday in Puerto Rico while on tour there. An early band, Babies in Black, opened for the likes of Blue Oyster Cult and Cheap Trick. AJ later met John Berenzy whom he credits as being a mentor and sparking a love of reading which is an essential part of songwriting. More recently AJ collaborated with renowned producer Malcolm Burn which resulted in a fantastic CD, "American Idols" There is so much more that y...2018-07-031h 20The Song Writer's GigEpisode 14 - Don Kincaid (Take 2)Folks, We had a technological gremlin insert itself (echo) into the episode that we posted last night, featuring Don Kincaid. We wish that these darn computers would get their act together and respond perfectly to their tasks much like we humans however such is life. So here is Don Kincaid 2.0 minus any distractions. Thank you, Bernie2018-06-051h 08The Song Writer's GigEpisode #14 - Don KincaidDon Kincaid has led an fascinating life! Alberta, Texas, New Jersey and other places he has hung his hat provide the rich texture for his songs. In 1989 - 90 he replied to an ad in Aquarian Age that led to being a VJ. He tells of participating in the famed Song Circle in Lukenbach, TX. Wayon wrote about it and Willie played at it and this little piece of real estate has brought so much music to the world, including, it's said, the theme from "Crazy Hearts" . Check out Don's latest CD, "Whiskey and Wo...2018-06-041h 08The Song Writer's GigEpisode #13 - Mike Herz Mike Herz joins us for the baker’s dozen episode of The Songwriter’s Gig. Mike is a fixture in the songwriting community both locally in NJ and throughout the festival circuit having received the following recognition: 2016 – Falcon Ridge Folk Festival, Emerging Artist 2017 – Rocky Mountain Folk Festival, Showcase Finalist Mike’s unique lyrical passages have often left me thinking, “Gee I wish I had written that!” Mike just released his latest album “Live in NYC”. When you add it to your playlist you will find yourself listening over and over again. En...2018-05-141h 06The Song Writer's GigEpisode #12 - Gordon Thomas WardGordon Thomas Ward is truly a multi-faceted spirit who shows up in the artistic world as a singer songwriter, musician (with the coolest dulcimer ever!), the author of several books, a lecturer and more. Today Gordon shares some old favorites as well as some songs that will be included on his upcoming CD. Enjoy our visit with Gordon Ward!2018-04-031h 11The Song Writer's GigEpisode #11 - Rich AndruskaThe Song Writer's Gig - Episode #11 Features Rich Andruska. Rich is a long time songwriter who has experienced a number of musical incarnations thru his life. Check out Rich's website: www.richandruska.com and Clouds & Thorns for his musical creations.2018-02-241h 14The Song Writer's GigEpisode #10 - Jack Tannehill Jack Tannehill has been performing for decades yet each time you see him his stage manner has all of the enthusiasm of someone just discovering the joy of the stage! Jack's songs are stories that any listener can relate to as he covers familiar slices of life in his own unique and very creative way. Jack was sidelined for most of 2017 with arm issues but he is looking forward to a big return to performing in 2018. Join us as we hear from a master storyteller how his life finds its way into music.2017-12-291h 14The Song Writer's GigEpisode #9: Loretta Hagen and Gary Hagen2017-10-161h 22The Song Writer's GigEpisode #8 - Don EllikerDon Elliker joins George and Bernie on Episode #8. Don's musical journey began playing drums as a wee lad in a Scottish Pipe Band, continued to the MTV years where his band won a big contest and finally brought him to western NJ where you can find him playing as a solo, as part of the trio "Hair of the Dog" or playing behind just about everyone on guitar or pedal steel. Don is one of our favorites and after listening he will likely be one of yours too.2017-08-0958 minThe Song Writer's GigThe Song Writer's Gig: Episode #7 - Carolyn Messina2017-06-271h 16The Song Writer's GigThe Song Writer's Gig - Episode 6, Beth SherbyGeorge and I spend a fantastic hour talking with the amazing Beth Sherby! Beth shares her story, a couple of songs and a look into her songwriting process. 2017-05-241h 07The Song Writer's GigThe Song Writer's Gig - Episode 5 - PD BrodyPD Brody has a story that everyone should hear and music that I believe everyone will soon be hearing! 2017-04-041h 07The Song Writer's GigThe Song Writer's Gig - Episode 4, Dennis King (Son of Dov)2017-03-081h 09The Song Writer's GigEP: 3 The Song Writer's Gig - Maribyrd2017-02-071h 02The Song Writer's GigThe Songwriter's Gig - Episode 2, Rick Barth2017-01-151h 12The Song Writer's GigEp. 1 Kathy Moser2016-12-241h 04
Dale LakataSo Alive Live WRSU 9 18 15"so alive" live on WRSU 9 18 15 Overnight Sensations
The Dale Lakata Band
Dale Lakata vocals, guitar
George Marinich lead guitar
Vinny Memoli drums
Michael Fash bass2015-09-1903 min