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Off the Charts Music PodcastThe Tall But True Story of Kevin Totoian Part 2In this episode, Kevin shares the real story of "Tall Stories" and bears witness to the fact that nothing can stop "The Hey Jude Kid" from continuing to create great music.Listen to the music of Kevin Totoian https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLztj_KSjfT1jZ1HdY8hNETg4-pZz7gNao&si=BGhozwFA8DQO1YG1https://www.theswaye.com/https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Swaye-100070027943302/?_rdrhttps://www.tangledvine.com/Learn more about Kevin's dad Richard Totoian https://www.richardtotoian.com/Text Art and Lisa here .... t...
2025-10-281h 11Off the Charts Music PodcastThe Tall But True Story of Kevin Totoian Part 1In this first part of a two-part series, songwriter and musician Kevin Totoian discusses his father Richard's amazing career as a music industry visionary. Kevin shares how growing up immersed in music shaped his own successful journey. (Stayed tuned for part 2 coming up in October)Learn more about Richard Totoian https://www.richardtotoian.com/Listen to the music of Kevin Totoian https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLztj_KSjfT1jZ1HdY8hNETg4-pZz7gNao&si=BGhozwFA8DQO1YG1https://www.theswaye.com/https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Swaye-100070027943302/?_rd...
2025-09-051h 23Off the Charts Music PodcastThe Sad EpisodeLisa and I are still using up some much needed vacation time, so here's an abbreviated episode that contains some recent reflections about the loss of Ozzy Osbourne and local musician Hubert Martin.We'll be back next month with a full episode. Text Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2025-07-2804 minOff the Charts Music PodcastSummer Listening Party 2025Off the Charts Music Podcast is thrilled to hit it's third season. To mark the milestone, Art and Lisa will shut up so you can soak up the music! A big thank you to the artists for sharing their music and stories. Wishing everyone a joyful summer!Tracks1. Anthony Gadaleta - City of Gold2. Peter Vouras - Take You Home Tonight3. The Actuals - Opposites Attract 4. Gravity Head - The Gift 5. Pansy Division - Luv Luv Luv6. Sean Corvino - It's Gett...
2025-06-291h 13Off the Charts Music PodcastDreamers and Punks - The Story of The XtrasIn 1979 drummer Bill (William) Knapp wanted to start an original punk band so he got on his CB radio and found a couple of dreamers. They put their music on cassette tape and The Xtras were born. Guitarists/vocalists Bill Arciprete and Steve Schneider share the honest story of one of Connecticut's best homegrown punk rock bands. P.S This podcast is released on May 28, 2025 - The 45th anniversary of their very first live show!Listen to the Xtras on SoundCloudhttps://on.soundcloud.com/xg2pTabFw2vkLMMy7Steve Sc...
2025-05-281h 20Off the Charts Music Podcast1.21 Gigawatts of Brain Power - The Extraordinary Life of Tom Rucktenwald!He’s a scientist, engineer, inventor, and musician. His dog was named Einstein, and Lisa was like his female Marty McFly. The only difference between Tom Rucktenwald and Dr. Emmett Brown is a DeLorean time machine!Thomas Rucktenwaldhttps://www.tgday.com/aboutTom Rucktenwald SoundCloudhttps://on.soundcloud.com/vzPeQLwURJcEPnuV71Eighty Bandhttps://on.soundcloud.com/nyfr977D5w8WHHQB7Norman Productionshttps://normanproductions.net/Text Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep bu...
2025-05-021h 15Off the Charts Music PodcastWe Luv Luv Luv Pansy Division and you will tooChris Freeman discusses the musical journey of the band credited as a pioneer in the queercore musical genre.https://pansydivision.com/https://www.facebook.com/people/Pansy-Division/100063715890357/#https://www.youtube.com/@PansyDivisionvideohttps://youtu.be/jUaVKEtOqgw?si=neM-M4hL61p0uCKihttps://www.youtube.com/@gaycdc5707Text Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2025-03-301h 28Off the Charts Music PodcastDesire to Inspire - The Musical Force of Kathleen KruzeKathleen Kruze creates songs that heal, inspire, and transport us to vivid and colorful worlds. She sings with a voice like a sweet, fierce storm and pours her heart into every note and word...honestly!Click the links below to listen to more of Kathleen's music https://www.reverbnation.com/kathleenkruzehttps://www.youtube.com/@kathleenkruze6277/featuredhttps://open.spotify.com/album/72RpQtHYqulXxLMhX0E3RQ?si=bJlhRl9MTVG_lR1wI4IXBgText Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisao...
2025-03-031h 28Off the Charts Music PodcastGrateful, Honest, and On Fire - The John Spignesi BandThe John Spignesi band is what happens when a power trio combines talent, creativity, and sincerity in their energetic original music...BAM!Learn more about JSB!https://jsbmusic.net/Text Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2025-01-2857 minOff the Charts Music PodcastFrom Kickflips to Guitar Riffs to Record Deals - Mike Caridi 's StoryMike Caridi, guitarist of LVL UP and co-founder of Double Double Whammy Records, joins us to discuss his journey in indie music, running a label, and championing DIY artistry.https://www.instagram.com/lvlupband?igsh=MXNjMG55d2VzcmE2aQ==https://www.instagram.com/dbldblwhmmy?igsh=OTlyd21nMDFkY2VkText Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2024-12-281h 28Off the Charts Music PodcastIt’s a Family Affair: A Deep Dive into the Music of Nick DeFalaHis mother was an opera singer. His father a beloved music teacher. His brothers were and still are accomplished musicians. The next generation features a nephew on guitar. So sit back as we do a deep dive into the music of Nick DeFala.Text Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2024-11-301h 51Off the Charts Music Podcast"Sometimes Ya Just Gotta BeJobe"Art turns the microphone on co-host Lisa and her close friends as they share stories about their band, BeJobe.BeJobe is an original band that somehow managed to make music before it even existed and 30 years after their last show, they still haven't officially broken up!Listen to BeJobe music herehttps://soundcloud.com/user-723464512/sets/now-we-are-one?si=ff838f55d02c46649fcd4ccb96eaffd7&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharinghttps://soundcloud.com/user-373781895/sets/kapop-mix?si=6aa1d11500004fc997a4ccc8a0a547b5&utm...
2024-10-281h 39Off the Charts Music PodcastVic Steffens - Your Friendly Neighborhood "Music Oracle"For almost forty years, Vic Steffens, musician, producer, engineer, and President of Horizon Music Group in West Haven, CT, has transformed his recording studio into a vibrant and welcoming oasis for songwriters and musicians. He is dedicated to supporting artists , helping them bring their creative visions to life and advancing their careers.If you need to "know a guy" in the music business, stop by and say hi to Vic!https://www.horizonmusicgroup.com/https://www.facebook.com/HorizonMGstudio/Text Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!E...
2024-09-281h 16Off the Charts Music PodcastWhat A Reaper And "The Living" Have in CommonYoung writer/director Ashley Gerckens digs up the perfect song for her short film "143" about a sensitive Reaper tasked with a difficult assignment... it just happens to be a song from a band called "The Living"! Watch "143" A Short film written and directed by Ashley Gerckenshttps://youtu.be/kKRDmAYJPaY?si=2raAzwWxGQFTOthMListen to the entire The Living Band podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2073597/11769905Text Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2024-04-3007 minOff the Charts Music PodcastListen to Her Heart - The Music of Lorrie WesolyAt age 9, following her second open heart surgery, her grandparents gifted her a baby grand piano, and through music, she transformed the world around her.Contact Lorrie at lorriewesoly919@gmail.com https://soundcloud.com/user-704973410-401462226/sets/lorrie-wesolyText Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2024-03-281h 20Off the Charts Music PodcastHeart, Soul, Passion, and Power - The Music of Anthony GadaletaWhen Uncle Tony taught his young nephew Anthony Gadaleta how to play Stairway to Heaven on guitar he had no way of knowing the supernova, genre-bending, force of musical energy he would become!https://soundcloud.com/anthony-gadhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/5z1KIggSryhmTvg8telFb3https://www.whatupfunk.com/https://www.experiencebandcentral.com/Text Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2024-02-282h 24Off the Charts Music PodcastI Really Don't Like You... The Awesome Adventures of Vox PopIn 1982, two talented college friends, Peter Vouras and Bill Arciprete created "Vox Pop" (magazine, radio and cable TV show). They embarked on an adventure to infiltrate record companies, promote the local music scene, and so much more...including penning each others eulogies... now that's friendship! Text Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2023-11-281h 48Off the Charts Music PodcastBad Attitude…it wasn’t just a band name, it was a lifestyle.In the 80’s Bad Attitude rocked the local music scene. Bassist Mark Adanti shares his memories in a heavy metal interview that will guarantee to make you want to start head banging.Links to Bad Attitude videos on YouTube:https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=niA4OFWnnNA&list=PLSSHfZVkd6xbRp5JwPvyegcdsB57pwCNphttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hcAMgW4blQ&t=2356sBest and Worst of Bad Attitude:https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSSHfZVkd6xaT0yqgftpIdtQ9leGBjGMfText Art and Lisa here .... they ne...
2023-10-291h 44Off the Charts Music PodcastCitizens of Planet Earth... Prepare Yourselves!Ronnie Neuhauser propels us into musical freedom land, ARE YOU READY?!His music is eclectic from rock, fusion, funk, free jazz, avant-garde, spoken word, rock opera, progressive rock, and more.P.S. Free Yourself! Listen and learn more about Ronnie and his music hereWebsite: www.nocheez.comDiscography: https://ronnieneuhauser2.bandcamp.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NocheezRecordsFe Fi Fo: https://www.facebook.com/ncrecordsMerch Store: https://ronnie-neuhauser.creator-spring.com/In...
2023-09-282h 10Off the Charts Music Podcast"I QUIT!" "I'M DONE!" The Amazing Story of Kinetic SectBrian Larney thought he could "QUIT" and Ed McPadden thought he was "DONE" but as fate would have it they weren't going anywhere!They added the talent of genius singer/songwriter Pennel T Bird lll and along with fellow bandmates went on to create some of the greatest local original music of the 80s and 90s!For real!!!! Listen to more Kinetic Sect music on SoundCloud Check out new music, videos, and live shows from Brian Larney https://www.brianlarney.com/ https://brianlarney.bandcamp.com/http://www.Facebook.com/Bri...
2023-08-282h 42Off the Charts Music PodcastOff the Charts Music Summer Listening Party #1Art and Lisa get out of the way and let the music play!The Actuals -(who also became Solid State- Manta Rays - 2nd Floor)The LivingTony SusiTragPeter LucibelliBlind JusticeSean CorvinoSister Maire CloseJames Mossand a little teaser from Kinetic Sect (our August guest ...stay tuned)Text Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2023-07-293h 17Off the Charts Music Podcast"Peace Is Set to Music"James Moss uses an ancient instrument to take us on a mystical musical journey using only his two thumbs. Contact James at jamesmossmusic@gmail.comStay tuned for his Spotify link that will soon be posted hereText Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2023-06-291h 22Off the Charts Music PodcastUntitled EpisodeContact Art and Lisa atoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2023-05-291h 48Off the Charts Music PodcastA Different Kind of "Soul" Music...Yes Indeed!Once upon a time in Northern Ireland during "The Troubles" a young girl put her tin whistle in her sock and began making music. If you close your eyes and listen you just might hear the angelshttps://www.youtube.com/@koinonicsonic4707/featuredhttps://www.youtube.com/@koinoniaJB_Bridgeporthttps://www.facebook.com/p/Our-Lady-of-Good-Counsel-ParishKoinonia-John-the-Baptist-100081323618825/Contact Sister Maire Close at maireclose@gmail.comText Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2023-05-291h 48Off the Charts Music PodcastWAKE UP! Here comes Sean Corvino Super StArt1st!Sean Corvino's music and creative "Portfolio of Madness" is fun, intelligent, purposeful, quirky, AND may cause an EnvironMental Levelution! Listen to YaWNMoWeR B4 it's 2 L8!Want more YaWNMoWeR (YWNMWR) #YaWNMoWerhttps://soundcloud.com/yawnmowerhttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNINyUUChSTwLJsLj-GvwdSvgrv3DuTk1https://facebook.com/yawnmower1https://yawnmower.business.site/https://www.reverbnation.com/artist/video/14928440https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/yawnmowerhttps://www.teepublic.com/user/yawnmowerhttps://www.redbubble.com/people/yawnmower/shopText Art and Lisa here .... they ne...
2023-04-221h 27Off the Charts Music PodcastBlind Justice HAPPENED but no one knew what to do about it!Once upon a time in New Haven Connecticut a local "band" called Blind Justice blew the lid off of everything... the fans got it, the record companies acknowledged it and ran, and everyone was left saying "What Exactly is Blind Justice?"Let's find out!Blind Justice Documentary Short https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3c-OfGwKwoDead Wrong Livehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRdpRqzbv7c&list=PLNINyUUChSTwH1_Q0KJuUqGSaPOFQlCD2&index=12Text Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and L...
2023-03-282h 10Off the Charts Music PodcastPeter Lucibelli - From Shredder to Story Teller!Peter Lucibelli is a local Rock Renaissance Man who as a little kid discovered he could pick up almost any musical instrument "make sense out of it" and just play....really play! What happens next is a lifetime of creating a diverse blend of original music that comes straight outta his soul! (He also makes some mean spaghetti!)Listen to more Peter Lucibelli music herehttps://open.spotify.com/artist/0A6JVNdMj0by9ZZvy5ETgNhttps://www.facebook.com/thepetelucibelliband/https://soundcloud.com/peter-lucibelli-plbhttps://music.apple.com/us/artist/peter-lucibelli/152392510https://w...
2023-02-281h 50Off the Charts Music PodcastWhen Love and Dreams are Set to Music - The Story of "Trag"Mark Tragainese and Nora Dalby Tragainese said "I Do" to Love and "I Will" tocreating a unique brand of original music they lovingly call "Alterna Prog 80's"Listen to more Trag music on Sound Cloudhttps://soundcloud.com/nora-tragianeseText Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2023-01-282h 23Off the Charts Music PodcastTippin' our "Derby" to the life and music of Tony Susi!Music teacher, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter; Tony Susi embodies the true meaning of musical hometown hero!Hear more Tony Susi music herehttps://www.reverbnation.com/tonysusihttps://open.spotify.com/artist/3UYw6D0Zdru2A7zNH7Bfv0Text Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2022-12-282h 01Off the Charts Music PodcastDawn of ..."The Living"It's the mid 80's, its NY, it's 4 college friends who bring their cool shoes, poetry notebooks, and pillows to class ...Of course, how else do you start a band?!Listen to more Living music herehttps://soundcloud.com/user-161852444Text Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2022-11-282h 08Off the Charts Music PodcastWelcome to "Off the Charts Music Podcast"Welcome to Off the Charts! The podcast that digs up original local music from yesterday so you can hear it today!Oh... and meet show co-hosts Art Gerckens and Lisa Landone (Music Archeologists) ... they're fun! Text Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
2022-11-1010 minOff the Charts Music PodcastHey Lawrence...let's start a band!What happened when childhood friends Lorenzo Morelli and Michael Mason decided to make music was as good as what happened when peanut butter and chocolate decided to become Reece's Peanut butter Cup... Fans of New Wave, Ska, Punk, Pop, and the 1980s meet the music of Mason/Morelli!Hear more Mason Morelli music herehttps://soundcloud.com/user-203888537Text Art and Lisa here .... they need to keep busy!Email at Art and Lisaoffthechartsmusicpodcast@gmail.com
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Postal Biz-BuzzArt and Lisa's Top 10 Postal Related Songs!Host Art Gerckens brings Postal Biz-Buzz engineer and musician Lisa Landone out from behind the scenes to have some fun discussing their top ten postal related songs.See if you can count how many times Lisa says "you know"!
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