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Living On Music with Steve HoukDennis Diken on Living On MusicDennis Diken is an American drummer, DJ, author, music historian and founding member of the band The Smithereens, which he formed in 1980 with Pat DiNizio, Jim Babjak, and Mike Mesaros in Carteret, New Jersey. Besides playing with The Smithereens, Diken has been a fill-in DJ on WFMU, as well as a liner-notes author and reissue project researcher. As a musician, Diken has recorded or toured with, among others, Ronnie Spector, Dave Davies, Nancy Sinatra, Mary Weiss of the Shangri-Las[6] and Ben E. King, and worked with musicians such as Dave Amels and R. Stevie Moore. Diken has been a...
2025-07-0257 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukDebórah Benton on Living On MusicDebórah Benton is not only the longtime TV host of the "Valley Gold w/ Debórah" show that can be seen on nationwide My TV Network where she's interviewed everyone from local residents to international celebrities and musicians, but she is also the lead singer and organizer of "Deja Vu - The Dionne Warwick Tribute," the ultimate and exclusive tribute concert honoring the all-time Queen of Pop Music, and the only one like it anywhere worldwide. May 2024 at the DeYor Performing Arts Center was the debut performance of "Déjà Vu -The Dionne Warwick Tribute" by the first Warw...
2025-06-2142 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukBlag Dahlia on Living On MusicKnown professionally as Blag Dahlia (born Paul Cafaro), he is an American singer and record producer, best known as the vocalist and frontman of Dwarves, a punk rock band which he founded while attending Highland Park High School in suburban Chicago in the mid-1980s. With the Dwarves, he has written and produced nearly a dozen studio records over a span of over 30 years. Formed as a garage punk band under the name Suburban Nightmare, their career sub...
2025-06-1052 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukDan Maguire on Living On MusicDan Maguire is a singer-songwriter based in Rockford Illinois known for his captivating blend of Southern rock, jazz, and country influences. Drawing inspiration from iconic artists like Tom Petty, Eric Clapton, and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Dan’s music features dynamic guitar work and introspective lyrics that resonate with listeners. His debut solo album "Travelin' Light," released in 2023, won Album of the Year at the Rockford Area Music Industry Awards, showcasing his unique sound and storytelling ability. Dan is currently working on his highly anticipated second alb...
2025-05-1926 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukTory Smith/BLACK BOX Prompter on Living On MusicTory Smith is the co-founder and CMO of BLACK BOX Prompter, the "smart yet stealthy" lyrics prompter that gives musicians, performers, and presenters the confidence to create a more powerful connection with their audience; the smart video chords & lyrics monitor is controlled with foot pedals so musicians can engage with their audience without the distraction of tablets or smartphones. Tory is also founder, booking manager and rhythm guitarist for 90 PROOF COUNTRY and also manager of an 80’s band called 80s GADGETS and the younger brother of lead singer of both bands who he affectionately refers to as the “Superman Sing...
2025-05-0728 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukDeborah Silver on Living On MusicDeborah Silver is a Mississippi-born, two-time #1 Billboard chart-topping vocalist who just released her brand new highly anticipated album "Basie Rocks!" which is a collaboration with the legendary Count Basie Orchestra on their 90th Anniversary, produced by Grammy-winning producer and Rolling Stones drummer Steve Jordan. Known for her soulful but polished readings of classic jazz and pop melodies, Deborah initially garnered attention with her 2014 debut, "Pure Silver" before topping the Traditional Jazz Albums chart with 2016's "The Gold Standards." Renowned for her dynamic interpretations of music across genres, Deborah has captured the hearts of listeners and critics alike; legendary producer...
2025-05-0343 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukBobby Thompson and SHINE on Living On MusicBobby Thompson, a mesmerizing guitarist and captivating vocalist, stands out as a luminary in the realms of blues and rock music. His new album SHINE (2025) featuring the full band — Bobby, Bronson, Ben, Chris, and Andy, along with some incredible special guests, this album is packed with nine brand-new original tracks. Fans can expect the album to be available across all major digital platforms, bringing the band’s signature sound to listeners worldwide. Renowned for his courage and creativity, Thompson fearlessly delves into the depths of self-expression, using his music as a window to his soul.
2025-04-2330 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukSherry Rayn Barnett on Living On MusicSherry Rayn Barnett is a widely published and respected music photographer specializing in live performance, and has been in the ‘Eye of the Music’ (title of her recent photography book chronicle) since capturing the most white-hot seconds onstage, as well as the unguarded intimacies and the bolt of creativity, whether in the studio or at home. One of the best music concert photographers in the world, Sherry's archives span nearly 50 years, documenting a "who's who" of pop music from legends like Janis Joplin, BB King and Tina Turner, to contemporary favorites in rock, folk, jazz, blues and country. He...
2025-04-071h 09
Living On Music with Steve HoukTom Rush On Living On Music (2025)Tom Rush joins Living On Music here for the third time, he's a renowned American folk and blues singer, guitarist and songwriter, and even now at 84 coming off his most recent album "Garden Old, Flowers New," his voice has "grown even richer and more melodic, and his music, like a fine wine, has matured and ripened in the blending of traditional and modern influences.” His early success helped launch the careers of other singer-songwriters in the 1960s, Rolling Stone magazine credits him with ushering in the era of the singer-songwriter, in addition to performing his own compositions, he sang so...
2025-03-2922 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukKofi Baker on Living On MusicKofi Baker is the son of legendary Cream drummer/musician Ginger Baker, which is evident the moment you hear or see him play, because Kofi's is a name synonymous with drumming excellence. Without question, he not only continues but extends the family legacy with outstanding skills, drive and dedication to his craft...and yes the DNA is unmistakable. But Kofi has his own unique approach to playing and with his uncompromising daily practicing regime, no wonder Kofi has impeccable credentials, he has forged his own long and distinguished career working with many other legendary musicians such as Eric Clapton...
2025-03-0549 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukStephen Moore Talks About His New Book "Capital Acts: Washington DC Performing Arts"DC-area author/musician Stephen Moore talks with Living On Music about his newest book, “Capital Acts: Washington DC Performing Arts” which he released in December of 2024. The book is “an extensive visually striking history of the prominent and influential artists and media figures who shaped the DC-MD-VA area's cultural landscape. Richly illustrated with a wealth of insightful interviews, the book unveils remarkable narratives of resilience and innovation from the challenges faced by diverse and often unique artists.”Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe to Living On Kusic on You T...
2025-02-2338 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukCarly Harvey on Living On MusicCarly Harvey, appearing here on her second 'Living On Music' episode, released her first full solo record "Kamama" in November 2024, and already it won Best Self-Produced Album/CD with the River City Blues Society, and will be in the running for Best Self-Produced Album at the 2025 International Blues Challenge. Carly is an Afro-Indigenous Blues musician based out of Washington, DC. who combines Blues, Jazz, Soul and Indigenous American styles to produce a unique sound, and in addition to performing as a solo act, Carly is an entertaining and dynamic band leader. In 2021, Carly was nominated 7 times and won the...
2025-02-1739 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukGinny Luke on Living On MusicSinger-songwriter, hard rock electric violin virtuoso and USC Thornton School of Music adjunct instructor Ginny Luke is a truly dynamic and versatile performer, with gripping vocals, world-class musicianship and dynamic songwriting. Equally as comfortable in concert halls as giant arenas, Ginny has both performed internationally to millions of people across the globe and alongside some of the biggest names in the music industry as a powerhouse vocalist, violinist and bandleader, plus she recently released her new full-length record, Devil At My Heels. Ginny has performed and recorded with artists such as Meatloaf, Britney Sp...
2025-01-2140 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukPete Hewlett on Living On MusicIt’s another great LOM musical journey, this time with guitarist/vocalist PETE HEWLETT, who toured and recorded on albums with Carly Simon and Billy Joel including Joel's 1985 Russian tour and his 2008 "Last Play At Shea" show at shea stadium, where Pete played alongside Tony Bennett, Roger Daltrey, Garth brooks, John Mellencamp, Don Henley, Steven Tyler and Sir Paul McCartney, he also recorded with Julian Lennon, Amy Grant and Joe Jackson! Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk.Become a sup...
2024-12-1648 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukJake Shimabukuro Talks About His New Album with Mick Fleetwood and more!Renowned ʻukulele virtuoso’ Jake Shimabukuro has teamed up with drumming legend and Fleetwood Mac co-founder Mick Fleetwood to announce the release of their forthcoming album, Blues Experience, due October 18th via Forty Below Records. Blues Experience promises to be a landmark release; it combines the formidable talents of Jake Shimabukuro and Mick Fleetwood with fresh, innovative interpretations of blues classics. Fans can expect a bold and forward-looking album deeply rooted in tradition. This groundbreaking project sees Shimabukuro and Fleetwood breathe new life into classic blues tunes, resulting in an exhilarating and unique reinterpretation of some of the genre’s great...
2024-09-1625 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukScott Tournet on Living On MusicScott Tournet is well-known for being a founding member of Grace Potter & The Nocturnals (2003-2014), he was a co-writer on three of their Top 40 albums and scored a gold record for the song “Paris.” He is also a frontman for Elektric Voodoo, was also one for Blues & Lasers, and has had three solo albums. Scott has also written and recorded with Dan Auerbach (The Black Keys), Willie Nelson, T Bone Burnett, Kenny Chesney, Alison Krauss, Mark Batson (Dr. Dre, Alicia Keys, Eminem) and others, and performed with The Allman Brothers, members of The Grateful Dead and Phis...
2024-09-101h 09
Living On Music with Steve HoukTaylor Barton on Living On MusicTaylor Barton is a multi-talented writer/producer/ singer-songwriter as well as an author, she has released 12 of her own albums and EPs and assorted books, and her current poignantly haunting new 'Get Off My Ship' EP and riveting novel 'Condom Eddie' find Taylor at the very top of her game, tackling topical issues with a poet’s pen and a composer’s ear. And she has been married to famed guitarist GE Smith since 1990.Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk.
2024-09-0441 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukJonathan Sloane on Living On MusicJonathan Sloane is what has been called a “remarkable and incredibly versatile guitarist and songwriter who brings an impressive range of skill to the American music scene.” His sound is an “intriguing blend of genres” which brings together blues, funk, Americana, soul and rock into a unique and captivating experience. Hailing from the Washington DC Metro area, Sloane‘s immaculate command of both rhythm and lead guitar has made him a top sought after session and touring guitarist by several of the biggest names in roots rock nationally, along with having his own talented bands.
2024-08-2538 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukChris Brubeck on Living On MusicGrammy-nominated Chris Brubeck, one of five sons and one daughter of jazz legend Dave Brubeck and his wife Iola, is a longtime highly respected musician who continues to distinguish himself as an innovative performer and award-winning composer and arranger, clearly tuned into the pulse of contemporary music. John von Rhein, music critic for The Chicago Tribune, calls Chris “a composer with a real flair for lyrical melody – a 21st Century Lenny Bernstein.” Many of his "classical" compositions still contain strong hints of the jazz influence of his seminal father, he has created a...
2024-08-121h 16
Living On Music with Steve HoukAlan Chapell on Living On MusicAlan Chapell is not just a musician - he's a cultural alchemist who mixes the sonic textures of the 80s and 90s with the introspective lyricism of the 70s. He blends a lifetime of making music with an advanced degree in privacy and human rights, giving him a rare dual perspective that resonates deeply in his songwriting. Along with his musical success, Alan has carved out a niche as an attorney, advising tech companies on privacy issues. When the producers of HBO's "Silicon Valley" consider creating a character to lampoon your role in the tech space, you know you've made...
2024-07-0341 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukTroy Luccketta and Rizz on Living On MusicRIZZ & THE BELIEVERZ was founded by Troy Luccketta, former Tesla drummer and longtime player, along with Rizz, a young and charasmatic singer-songwriter whose soulful voice and poignant songwriting captivate audiences. Due to overwhelming and popular demand after the April release of their debut single “Don’t Stop Tryin’,” they released their self-produced debut five-song EP EVERYDAY PEOPLE on Friday, May 10 on their own label Blessings & Love Records with distribution via Select-O-Hits and it is now available on all digital outlets. Their sound is a mix of REGGAE...
2024-06-2842 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukDrive-By Truckers' Co-Founder Patterson Hood on Living On MusicIT'S A LIVING ON MUSIC ONE-ON-ONE WITH DRIVE-BY TRUCKERS' MAIN MAN & CO-FOUNDER PATTERSON HOOD, TALKING ABOUT THEIR CURRENT MAJOR 2024 TOUR, WHAT THEIR MOST RECENT DBT RECORDS ARE ALL ABOUT, WHAT IT'S LIKE STILL CLIMBING OUT OF THE PANDEMIC FOR A ROCK BAND AND MORE!Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe to Living On Music with Steve Houk on YouTube here: youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehoukBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/living-on-music-with-steve-houk--5376946/support.
2024-06-2720 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukDede Wyland on Living On MusicIn the late 40’s and early 50’s, that wild and unpredictable time when roots country music careened head-long into the birth of rock ‘n roll, a new sound emerged - a wondrous fusion of some of the best elements of vintage country music and vocal harmonies with an early rock ‘n roll feel. And this is exactly what Dede and the Do-Rights music is all about! Their powerful vocals and beautiful harmonies are a treat to the ear and the band’s exciting, infectious energy makes their listeners want to jump to their feet and dance the night away!Dede...
2024-06-1230 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukStacy Widelitz on Living On MusicStacy Widelitz is a composer, songwriter, arranger, musician and photographer who most notably co-wrote "She's Like The Wind" with longtime friend Patrick Swayze, a song that has been played on US radio over four million times and was part of the multi-platinum soundtrack from "Dirty Dancing." He also composed the theme song for the first Richard Simmons TV series, has done many other film and TV music scoring, and most recently, began a surging black-and-white photography aspect of his career that has had him snapping stellar photos in Italy, Cuba, Washington DC, New Orleans, New York, London, Berlin and elsewhere...
2024-05-211h 05
Living On Music with Steve HoukDean Roland of Collective Soul on Living On MusicDEAN ROLAND, an American musician and songwriter, is best known for being the rhythm guitarist of the band COLLECTIVE SOUL, an alternative rock band fronted by his brother Ed, plus Dean is also part of the rock duo Magnets & Ghosts alongside Ryan Potesta. 2024 is going to be a busy year for these multi-platinum rockers who will be celebrating their 30th anniversary with various projects throughout the year, first up will be their highly anticipated 12th studio release, HERE TO ETERNITY, due out May 17, as well as an extensive US tour.Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook...
2024-05-0329 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukAnnie Ray on Living On Music (2024 Grammy Music Educator Award winner)ANNIE RAY currently serves as both the Orchestra Director and Performing Arts Department Chair at Annandale High School (AHS) in the Fairfax County Public School (FCPS) system; "Music itself is not the universal language," she says, "but the ACT OF MAKING MUSIC is.” Annie is an advocate for providing universal access to quality music education and is known for founding and developing creative opportunities to make music accessible to students of all demographics. Her additional creation of the FCPS Parent Orchestra teaches just under 200 caregivers annually to learn to play their student’s instrument and provides mentorship to upcoming music teac...
2024-04-2250 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukJohn DeNicola on Living On MusicJohn DeNicola is an American songwriter and producer best known for co-writing the song "(I've Had) The Time of My Life" for which he won both an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award, as well as receiving a Grammy nomination in 1988. In 1989 he was the co-winner of ASCAP Awards' "Most Performed Songs from Motion Pictures" for "Time of My Life" as well as for "Hungry Eyes", another song from the film. In addition to Dirty Dancing hits for Bill Medley, Jennifer Warnes and Eric Carmen, he has also written songs with and for Eddie Money, John Waite, Kristine W...
2024-04-111h 03
Living On Music with Steve HoukAndrew McKnight on Living On MusicThis wonderful longtime Connecticut-born/Virginia-based singer/songwriter/guitarist and storyteller's latest solo project "Treasures in My Chest" is a profound album and book about his singular experiences deeply exploring his family history. Hailing from the historic village of Lincoln, Virginia, Andrew has had a long musical life with numerous albums, several band collaborations and more, he also teaches guitar and songwriting, offers a variety of programs and workshops for students and adult learners, and is a consultant for people learning to use DNA for genealogy and family history research. His music is in several documentaries and podcasts, and he has...
2024-03-291h 13
Living On Music with Steve HoukJake Shimabukuro on Living On MusicThe world's most revered and adored ukelele player/songwriter JAKE SHIMABUKURO joins Living On Music for the third time, here talking about his most recent album 'Grateful' and how he collaborated on the record with a real treasure trove of the best Hawaiian musicians anywhere, some that influenced and mentored him and halped start his career, some he collaborated and bonded with, and some he just wanted to perform alongside with. Jake also talks about his upcoming Japanese tour, which for his first time ever will be with a foursome, and he also touches on how he became influenced to...
2024-02-2731 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukAndrés Cepeda on Living on MusicBorn in Bogota, Colombia, Andrés Cepeda is a platinum-selling producer, singer and songwriter with a unique career that has allowed him to tour the world, be on the cover of multiple magazines, newspapers and playlists on major music platforms, he has been a coach on talent shows, including 12 seasons of La Voz (The Voice) in his hometown of Colombia, also achieving top of radio charts with countless singles. With over 12 million followers on social media platforms, Andrés has received fifteen nominations and has won four Latin Grammy Awards, plus multiple diamond, platinum and gold records, and has shared un...
2024-02-2322 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukMustangs Of The West on Living On MusicBack in the late 80's when the legendary club Palomino in LA was a seminal spot for the post-cowpunk California country scene, The Mustangs were a young, all-girl band who were "long on chops and strong on harmonies." After a successful few years of touring and performing, members of the group parted ways in the mid-90s to pursue other musical interests, but in 2017, The Mustangs began their renewal remembering how strong their sound was. The three original members of the group -- Suzanna Spring, Holly Montgomery and Sherry Rayn Barnett -- reconnected with a new name, Mustangs Of The...
2024-02-061h 20
Living On Music with Steve HoukJohn Fishell on Living On MusicAlexandria-based singer/songwriter/guitarist and music producer John Fishell's formal classical training occasionally pokes through into his musical presence, as does his professional experience with jazz and world music. But John will ultimately carry the heavy rock to you, and all you need to do is dig on it. While studying music in college, NEA Jazz Master David Liebman recruited John to record a big band album, and this relationship led to John engineering various albums with other future NEA Jazz Masters including Jon Hendricks, Jimmy Cobb, Jack DeJohnette, Dave Holland, and Billy Hart. The 2002 Dave Liebman Big Band album...
2024-01-1648 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukRobert Gabriel on Living On MusicRobert Gabriel is from Alexandria and has been playing music in the area for almost 40 years: R&B, country, swing and blues, and also produced a CD in a band called 'The Spoilers,' a style the band called 'Swing-a-Billy.' Recently, Rob was asked to join a national touring act called John Paycheck and the Calvary as bassist and musical director; John is the son of the Nashville legend Johnny Paycheck who played on Hee Haw, performed on world tours, performed at the Grand Ol' Opry and had many country hits in the 1970s and 1980s. His son John...
2024-01-1445 min
Living On Music with Steve HoukMalcolm Bruce on Living On MusicComposer, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Malcolm Bruce has toured, performed, recorded and appeared on records with some of the biggest names in music including Little Richard, Elton John, Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker, Dr John, Steve Cropper, Joe Satriani, Joe Bonamassa, Bill Ward and Ozzy Osbourne (Black Sabbath), Simon Phillips (Toto, The Who, Jeff Beck), Leslie West and Corky Laing (Mountain), Tony Butler and Mark Brzezicki (Big Country) and his father, the late Jack Bruce of Cream. Malcolm was co-executive producer, arranger and performer for "Heavenly Cream: An Acoustic Tribute to Cream”, a project headed by Cream lyricist Pete Brown and recorded at...
2023-12-181h 00