Talkin’ Blues

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 496 - Marc Broussard

Sat, 09 May 2026 10:54:12 -0400

A conversation with American singer/songwriter, “Bayou Soul” artist, Marc Broussard - www.marcbroussard.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 495 - Amani Burnham

Sat, 02 May 2026 08:53:18 -0400

A conversation with American Blues-Rock guitarist, singer and songwriter, Amani Burnham - www.amaniburnham.com.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 494 - Matthew Gilsenan

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:38:42 -0400

A conversation with classically trained tenor and the founding member of the Celtic Tenors - Matthew Gilsenan - https://celtic-tenors.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 493 - Todd Albright

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:27:34 -0400

A conversation with country blues twelve‑string guitarist and vocalist ,Todd Albright - www.toddalbright.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 492 - Brandon Isaak

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:43:53 -0400

A conversation with Canadian blues guitarist, singer and songwriter, Brandon Isaak - www.brandonisaak.ca

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 491 - Matthew Curry

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 09:14:38 -0400

A conversation with American singer, songwriter and guitarist, Matthew Curry - https://www.matthewcurry.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 490 - Amanda Walther

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 09:29:44 -0400

A conversation with Juno-nominated singer, songwriter and award winning composer, Amanda Walther (Dizzy & Fay, Dala, solo artist) - https://www.amandawalther.com/

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 489 - Crystal Shawanda

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 09:30:11 -0400

A conversation with Ojibwe–Potawatomi blues and country singer, songwriter, producer, and CEO of New Sun Music - Crystal Shawanda.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 488 - Dida Pelled

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 09:33:38 -0400

A conversation with Brooklyn-based jazz and blues guitarist, singer and songwriter, Dida Pelled - https://didamusic.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 487 - Hooshyar Khayam

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 09:29:29 -0500

A conversation with Iranian-Canadian music performer, composer and teacher - Hooshyar Khayam - www.hooshyar-khayam.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 486 - Sean Monahan of Gale Bird

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 09:24:17 -0500

A conversation with Charleston-based producer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist of Gale Bird, Sean Monahan - http://www.galebird.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 485 - Aki Kumar

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 09:32:04 -0500

A conversation with Aki Kumar — the Indian‑born Little Village recording artist, singer‑songwriter, and harmonica player - akikumar.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 484 - Debbie Lyons Simmonds & Robert Schaffner

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 09:32:09 -0500

A conversation about Kim Simmonds’ autobiography, “Street Corner Talking” with Debbie Lyons Simmonds (wife and personal manager of Kim Simmonds) and Robert Schaffner (author of “Fleetwood Mac in Chicago - The Legendary Chess Blues Session”). To purchase the book, go to www.savoybrown.com or through other major literary retailers.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 483 - Chris Tapp of The Cold Stares

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:27:58 -0500

A conversation with the singer, guitarist and songwriter of The Cold Stares, Chris Tapp - www.thecoldstares.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 482 - Geoff Kulawick

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 09:34:25 -0500

A conversation with Music Industry Entrepreneur - founder and president of Linus Entertainment, Geoff Kulawick - truenorthrecords.com stonyplainrecords.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 481 - Tomi Swick

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 09:48:15 -0500

A conversation with Canadian singer/songwriter from Hamilton, Ontario - Tomi Swick

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 480 - Dan McClosky

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 09:34:44 -0500

A conversation with interviewer of major blues and jazz artists, Dan "Danny The Hat" McClosky - http://www.dannythehat.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 479 - Janiva Magness

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 09:09:44 -0500

A conversation with American Grammy Award nominated blues, soul and Americana singer, songwriter and author - Janiva Magness.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 478 - Philipp Fankhauser

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:31:05 -0500

A conversation with Swiss blues musician and songwriter - Philipp Fankhauser - www.philippfankhauser.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 477 - Mitch Ryder

Sat, 27 Dec 2025 09:41:01 -0500

A conversation with American singer, author and songwriter - Mitch Ryder (http://www.mitchryder.net)

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 476 - Leo Lyons

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 09:25:52 -0500

A conversation with musician, songwriter, record producer and founding member of Ten Years After - Leo Lyons (Ten Years After, Leo Lyons Kick, Hundred Seventy Split) - www.leolyons.org

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 475 - Teddy Leonard

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 09:38:14 -0500

A conversation with Canadian blues musician, multi-instrumentalist, producer and vocalist - Teddy Leonard (Fathead, The Hogtown All-Stars, Erin McCallum).

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 474 - Mike Andersen

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 09:32:22 -0500

A conversation with Danish songwriter, singer and guitarist - Mike Andersen - www.mikeandersen.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 473 - Harrison Kennedy Escarpment Blues Society Hall of Fame Induction

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 09:26:16 -0500

Backstage interviews at the Escarpment Blues Society Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony for Harrison Kennedy with Steve Strongman, Andrew Galloway, Alex Erasmi, Dave King, John Morris, Tomi Swick, Chuck Jackson and Harrison Kennedy. The Escarpment Blues Society

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 472 - Nico Kanakaris

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 09:35:25 -0500

A conversation with Belgian Radio DJ, host of the jazz & blues radio show Bluenotes - Nico Kanakaris - https://kl85.net/blue-notes

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 471 - Greg Nagy

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 09:11:45 -0500

A conversation with guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer, Greg Nagy about his latest album, "Just a Little More Time" - (www.gregnagy.com)

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 470 - Todd Littlefield

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 09:36:24 -0500

A conversation with manager, agent, and promoter at Diesel Management - Todd Littlefield.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 469 - Ryan Hartt

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 09:28:29 -0400

A conversation with New England harmonica player, vocalist and songwriter - Ryan Hartt - www.ryanhartt.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 468 - Mud Morganfield

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 09:35:06 -0400

A conversation with American blues singer and the eldest son of Muddy Waters, Mud Morganfield - www.mudmorganfieldblues.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 467 - Jack McHale

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 03:22:59 -0400

A conversation with singer, songwriter and guitarist - Jack McHale of Delta Fuse from Ireland.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 466 - Brant Zwicker

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 09:45:49 -0400

A conversation with Brant Zwicker (At The Crossroads Blues Radio) about the new Canadian Blues Music Awards. For more information and for submissions, go to www.canadianbluesmusicawards.awardstage.com.

All sumissions, applications, entries and fan votes must be completed by October 31, 2025.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 465 - Scott Devours

Sat, 04 Oct 2025 09:22:52 -0400

A conversation with American drummer and songwriter - Scott Devours (The Who, Roger Daltrey, Oleander)

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 464 - Frank Cosentino

Sat, 27 Sep 2025 09:25:35 -0400

This week on Talkin' Blues, a conversation with Canadian guitarist, educator, singer and songwriter, Frank Cosentino - www.frankcosentino.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 463 - Brandon Teskey

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 09:22:30 -0400

A conversation with Arizona Blues/Rock singer, songwriter and guitarist - Brandon Teskey (Teskey, Under the Sun) - www.teskeyband.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 462 - Daniel Hamin Go

Sat, 13 Sep 2025 09:22:01 -0400

A conversation with Creative Director, Storyteller and Cellist, Daniel Hamin Go - www.danielhamingo.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 461 - Terry Hanck

Sat, 06 Sep 2025 09:21:42 -0400

A conversation with American electric blues saxophonist, singer, songwriter and record producer - Terry Hanck (solo artist, Elvin Bishop) - www.terryhanck.net

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 460 - Roxanne Potvin

Sat, 30 Aug 2025 13:12:44 -0400

A conversation with French-English Canadian singer, guitarist, songwriter and host of the "Sour Notes" podcast, Roxanne Potvin - www.roxannepotvin.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 459 - Kevin McKendree

Sat, 23 Aug 2025 08:34:23 -0400

A conversation with American electric blues pianist, keyboardist, guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer - Kevin McKendree (solo artist, Lee Roy Parnell, Delbert McClinton, Brian Setzer).

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 458 - D. K. Harrell

Sat, 16 Aug 2025 08:52:50 -0400

This week on Talkin' Blues, a conversation with Alligator recording artist, guitarist, vocalist and songwriter - D. K. Harrell - The Official Site of Award-winning Blues Artist D.K. Harrell

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 457 - Mervon Mehta

Sat, 09 Aug 2025 09:14:58 -0400

A conversation with the Executive Director of Performing Arts at Canada's Royal Conservatory of Music - Mervon Mehta - www.rcmusic.com/bios/mervon-mehta.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 456 - Mike Law

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 09:35:48 -0400

A conversation with New England bassist, Mike Law - (Darrell Nulisch, Jerry Portnoy, Mud Morganfield Ryan Hartt).

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 455 - Larry Kurtz

Sat, 26 Jul 2025 09:19:41 -0400

A conversation with the founder and artistic director of the Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival, artist and musician, Larry Kurtz - www.larrykurtz.ca

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 454 - Sallie Bengtson

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 09:29:25 -0400

A conversation with the president of Nola Blue Records, Sallie Bengtson - www.nola-blue.com.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 453 - Sean Chambers

Sat, 12 Jul 2025 09:01:05 -0400

A conversation with American blues rock singer, guitarist and songwriter - Sean Chambers (solo artist, Hubert Sumlin) - www.seanchambers.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 452 - Michael Peterson

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 09:42:43 -0400

A conversation with American country music artist, singer/songwriter and motivational speaker - MIchael Peterson ("From Here to Eternity", "Drink, Swear, Steal and LIe" and "Too Good to be True") - michaelpetersonmusic.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 451 - Brody Buster

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 09:39:19 -0400

A conversation with a multi-instrumentalist blues musician from Lawrence, Kansas - Brody Buster - brodybustermusic.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 450 - Derrick D'MAR Martin

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 09:16:55 -0400

A conversation with drummer, producer, songwriter, motivational speaker and entrepreneur - Derrick D'MAR Martin - (Rick Estrin & The Nightcats, solo artist, Little Richard) - www.dmarmusic.com/

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 449 - Jerry Portnoy

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 09:31:10 -0400

A conversation with American blues harmonica musician and author, Jerry Portnoy - (Muddy Waters, Eric Clapton, The Legendary Blues Band) - www.jerryportnoy.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 448 - Doug Aldrich

Sat, 07 Jun 2025 09:42:06 -0400

A conversation with American hard rock guitarist and songwriter - Doug Aldrich (Dead Daisies, Whitesnake, Dio, Lion) - thedeaddaisies.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 447 - Dave Mason

Sat, 31 May 2025 09:58:57 -0400

A conversation with English singer-songwriter and guitarist - Dave Mason (solo artist, Traffic, Fleetwood Mac). Last year, Dave released his memoir, "Only You Know and I know" and he recently released his first blues album entitled "A Shade of Blues".

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 446 - Geoff Arsenault

Sat, 24 May 2025 08:14:58 -0400

A conversation with drummer, percussionist, singer and songwriter - Geoff Arsenault - www.geoffarsenault.ca

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 445 - Patrick Kaiser

Sat, 17 May 2025 09:41:37 -0400

A conversation with the founder and artistic director of Groove Now Festival in Basel, Switzerland - Patrick Kaiser - www.groovenow.ch

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 444 - Hadden Sayers

Sat, 03 May 2025 10:26:56 -0400

This week on Talkin' Blues, a conversation with Blues/blues rock guitarist, singer and songwriter - Hadden Sayers (solo artist, Boom Chank, Ruthie Foster Band) - http://www.haddensayers.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 443 - Reed Turchi

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 09:37:14 -0400

A conversation with Brooklyn-based musician, producer and poet, Reed Turchi - www.reedturchi.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 442 - Steve Postell

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 09:36:15 -0400

A conversation with singer, songwriter, guitarist, composer and producer - Steve Postell (solo artist, The Immediate Family, Our House) - https://stevepostell.com/

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 441 - Dave Keller

Sat, 12 Apr 2025 09:35:51 -0400

A conversation with Vermont soul and blues singer, songwriter and guitarist, Dave Keller - www.davekeller.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 440 - Barry McCabe

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 09:34:33 -0400

A conversation with Irish guitarist, vocalist and songwriter - Barry McCabe (solo artist, Albatross) - www.barrymccabe.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 439 - Kid Ramos

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 09:40:01 -0400

A conversation with American electric blues and rock blues guitarist, Kid Ramos (solo artist, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, The Mannish Boys, The Proven Ones).

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 438 - Johnny Iguana

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 09:38:58 -0400

A conversation with blues, rock and "garage cabaret" pianist, producer and composer - Johnny Iguana (solo artist, The Claudettes, Junior Wells) - johnnyiguana.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 437 - Rick Holmstrom

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 09:31:47 -0500

A conversation with electric blues and rhythm and blues guitarist, singer, songwriter and bandleader for Mavis Staples - Rick Holmstrom - www.rickholmstrom.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 436 - Meghan Parnell and Dave Barnes

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 09:31:28 -0500

A conversation with vocalist Meghan Parnell and guitarist Dave Barnes of Bywater Call - www.bywatercall.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 435 - Eddie Schwartz

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 09:35:12 -0500

A conversation with “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” songwriter, and recording artist Eddie Schwartz - www.eddieschwartzmusic.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 434 - Dan Clancy

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 09:31:10 -0500

A conversation with songwriter and vocalist for Lighthouse, Pretzel Logic, Chicago Transit and his solo projects - Dan Clancy - https://danclancy.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 433 - Gaye Adegbalola

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 04:33:55 -0500

A conversation with American blues singer and guitarist, teacher, lecturer, activist and photographer - Gaye Adegbalola (solo artist, Saffire.The Uppity Blues Women) - www.adegbalola.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 432 - Julia A. Miller

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 09:39:52 -0500

A conversation with musician, producer, educator and President & CEO of Delmark records - Julia A. Miller - www.delmark.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 431 - Doug James

Sat, 04 Jan 2025 09:47:01 -0500

A conversation with American blues, jazz and rhythm and blues baritone saxophonist, songwriter, arranger and record producer - Doug James (Roomful of Blues, Duke Robillard, The Founders and Doug James Big Band).

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 430 - Jerome Godboo

Sat, 28 Dec 2024 05:49:42 -0500

A conversation with Canadian harmonica player, vocalist and songwriter, Jerome Godboo - https://leeoskarharmonicas.com/featured-artists/jerome-godboo/

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 429 - Bob Mersereau

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 09:32:35 -0500

A conversation with Canadian author, journalist and broadcaster, Bob Mersereau - top100canadianblog.blogspot.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 428 - Jovin Webb

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 09:40:15 -0500

A conversation with Blind Pig Artist and 2020 Top 10 American Idol contestant, Jovin Webb - www.jovinwebb.com.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 427 - David Rotundo

Sat, 07 Dec 2024 09:41:34 -0500

A conversation with musician David Rotundo about the Cavavan Blues Tour in Mexico - https://caravanbluestour.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 426 - Mark Johnson

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 07:58:03 -0500

A conversation with Grammy-winning music producer, engineer and Playing For Change co-founder, Mark Johnson - https://playingforchange.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 425 - Marc Lipkin

Sat, 23 Nov 2024 11:02:11 -0500

A conversation with the Director of Publicity for Alligator Records and 2006 Keeping The Blues Alive Award recipient - Marc Lipkin - www.alligator.com.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 424 - Jeff Schroedl

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 09:38:41 -0500

A conversation with the guitarist of the Altered Five Blues Band and label head of Blind Pig Records, Jeff Schroedl www.blindpigrecords.com www.alteredfive.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 423 - Rudy Albin Petschauer

Sat, 09 Nov 2024 09:40:25 -0500

A conversation with Canadian jazz and blues drummer - Rudy Albin Petschauer (The Fabulous Thunderbirds, James Hunter, Tommy Dorsey Orchestra) - https://fabulousthunderbirds.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 422 - Kim Wilson & Steve Strongman

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 09:31:49 -0400

A conversation with Kim Wilson and Steve Strongman about "Struck Down", the latest recording by the Fabulous Thunderbirds - https://fabulousthunderbirds.com & https://www.stevestrongman.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 421 - Ronnie Baker Brooks

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 09:35:59 -0400

A conversation with Chicago Blues guitarist, soul singer, songwriter and producer - Ronnie Baker Brooks - www.ronniebakerbrooks.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 420 - Andreas Werner

Sat, 12 Oct 2024 10:33:21 -0400

A conversation with producer, songwriter and musician based out of Nashville (born in Switzerland), Andreas Werner - www.crazychesterrecords.com.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 419 - Greg Nagy

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 08:49:44 -0400

A conversation with guitarist, singer/songwriter and producer, Greg Nagy about his latest album, "The Real You" - www.gregnagy.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 418 - Giulio Amato

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 09:40:57 -0400

A conversation with Giulio Amato, maker and restorer of violins, violas and cellos based out of Rome, Italy - www.amatoviolins.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 417 - John Findlay

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 09:31:05 -0400

A conversation with Canadian guitarist, singer and songwriter - John Findlay (solo artist, Pretzel Logic, Dixie Chicken) - soundcloud.com/johnfraserfindlay

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 416 - George Fludas

Sat, 07 Sep 2024 02:59:28 -0400

This week on Talkin' Blues, a conversation with Chicago jazz drummer, George Fludas (Ray Brown, Monty Alexander, Joey Defrancesco, Cedar Walton) - https://georgefludas.com/

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 415 - Gary Nicholson

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 09:25:19 -0400

A conversation with two-time Grammy winning producer, singer, songwriter and guitarist - Gary Nicholson - https://garynicholsonmusic.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 414 - Debbie Blanchard

Sat, 24 Aug 2024 09:01:57 -0400

A conversation with the manager of Ronnie Earl and The Broadcasters and the author of "Beautiful Child - The Life of Blues Guitarist Ronnie Earl in Technicolour" - Debbie Blanchard - www.ronnieearl.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 413 - Anne Harris

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 09:22:44 -0400

A conversation with American singer, songwriter, violinist, recording artist and actress - Anne Harris (solo artist, Halo Rider, JP Soars' Gypsy Blues Revue, Magnolias) - https://anneharris.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 412 - Leslie Mandoki

Sat, 10 Aug 2024 09:03:22 -0400

A conversation with Hungarian born, German based producer, musician and composer - Leslie Mandoki (Mandoki Soulmates with Ian Anderson, Al Di Meola, Mike Stern, Corey Henry and Simon Phillips).

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 411 - Jim Tullio

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 09:14:00 -0400

A conversation with Grammy award winning composer, producer and engineer and executive director of the Butcher Boy School of Music Production - Jim Tullio - https://www.butcherboy.org

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 410 - Billy Price

Sat, 27 Jul 2024 08:33:29 -0400

A conversation with rhythm and blues, blues and soul singer, Billy Price (Billy Price Band, Keystone Rhythm Band, Roy Buchanan) - www.billyprice.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 409 - Bettye LaVette

Sat, 20 Jul 2024 09:15:47 -0400

A conversation with legendary American soul singer, Bettye LaVette - www.bettyelavette.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 408 - J.P. Soars

Sat, 13 Jul 2024 09:09:59 -0400

A conversation with American blues singer, guitarist, songwriter and record producer, J. P. Soars - www.jpsoars.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 407 - Jeff DeLia

Sat, 06 Jul 2024 09:26:15 -0400

A conversation with artist manager - Jeff DeLia (Bobby Rush, Blind Boys of Alabama, Dustbowl Revival & North Mississippi All-Stars) - https://www.72musicmanagement.com/

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 406 - Pierre Lacocque

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 09:38:28 -0400

A conversation with harmonica player and band leader for Mississippi Heat - Pierre Lacocque - www.mississippiheat.net

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 405 - Eden Brent

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 09:19:47 -0400

A conversation with Mississippi blues pianist, vocalist and songwriter - Eden Brent - www.edenbrent.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 404 - Darren Barrett

Sat, 15 Jun 2024 09:14:03 -0400

A conversation with Jamaican-Canadian-American trumpet player/composer/educator - Darren Barrett (db Quintet, Energy in Motion and The Get Down 4 Real)

Darrent's latest project, The Get Down 4 Real: Step, Step, Stepping inspired by the backbeats of James Brown will be released on July 12, 2024.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 403 - Paul DeLong

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 09:38:34 -0400

A conversation with drummer, educator and author - Paul DeLong (One Word, Lighthouse, Pretzel Logic, Kim Mitchell) - pauldelong.com.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 402 - Larry B. Davis

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 07:56:04 -0400

A conversation with Larry B. Davis, a former record label and distribution executive with more than 20 years of experience in marketing, promotions and sales, including heading Qwest Records, Quincy Jones’ longtime Warner Brothers joint venture. After Qwest folded, Davis managed and booked Blues artist, Zac Harmon for several years. For the past 17 years, Davis has worked as an advertising and marketing consultant. He’s also writing a book, chronicling his life and career.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 401 - Duane Blackburn

Sat, 25 May 2024 09:50:59 -0400

A conversation with the lead singer and keyboardist of the Blackburn Brothers, Duane Blackburn - https://blackburnbrothersmusic.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 400 - Chris Layton

Sat, 11 May 2024 09:24:59 -0400

This week on Talkin’ Blues, a conversation with drummer Chris Layton (Stevie Ray Vaughan, Arc Angels, Storyville, Kenny Wayne Shepherd).

Special thanks to Chris Layton, Miki Mulvehill and Gary Vaughan for this very special episode.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 399 - Roly Platt

Wed, 01 May 2024 19:02:42 -0400

A conversation with harmonica player Roly Platt about his upcoming book, "No Seriously, I Play Harmonica" and about his creation, the Harp Wah - https://www.harmonicamute.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 398 - Dave King

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 09:43:46 -0400

A conversation with Canadian drummer, producer and composer - Dave King (Rapid Transit, Steve Strongman, The Heavy Dream) - www.davekingdrums.com.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 397 - Robi Botos

Sat, 20 Apr 2024 09:31:17 -0400

A conversation with Hungarian-Canadian Jazz musician, composer, arranger, producer and educator - Robi Botos (www.robibotos.com).

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 396 - Michael Ward-Bergeman

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 09:36:00 -0400

A conversation with American accordionist, pianist, composer and filmmaker - MIchael Ward-Bergeman (solo artist, Triad, The Silk Road Ensemble, The Bona Fide Scroundrels) - http://www.mjwb.co.uk

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 395 - Bob Welsh

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 09:28:32 -0400

A conversation with American guitarist/keyboardist - Bob Welsh (The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Elvin Bishop, Charlie Musselwhite, Rusty Zinn) - https://bobwelshjr.blogspot.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 394 - Joe Krown

Sat, 23 Mar 2024 09:11:23 -0400

A conversation with New Orleans styled piano and Hammond B3 player, Joe Krown (solo artist, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown, Luther "Guitar Junior" Johnson) - www.joekrown.com

Fan link: https://lnk.to/tribute

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 393 - Bruce Katz

Sat, 16 Mar 2024 09:28:29 -0400

A conversation with blues musician (piano, Hammond B3 and bass), producer and educator, Bruce Katz (Bruce Katz Band, Gregg Allman, Delbert McClinton, Ronnie Earl) - https://www.brucekatzband.com.

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 392 - Zac Harmon

Sat, 09 Mar 2024 09:51:55 -0500

A conversation with Mississippi born, award-winning blues guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer - Zac Harmon - www.zacharmon.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 391 - Gary Kendall

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 07:40:44 -0500

A conversation with bassist, singer, songwriter and producer - Gary Kendall (solo artist, Downchild Blues Band, Maple Blues Band, The Swingin' Blackjacks)

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 390 - Kenny Brown

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 09:27:53 -0500

A conversation with Mississippi Blues guitarist, singer, songwriter - Kenny Brown (solo artist, Black Keys, R.L. Burnside, George "Mojo" Buford) - https://www.kennybrownmusic.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 389 - Scott Billington

Sat, 03 Feb 2024 09:41:25 -0500

A conversation with musician, 3-time Grammy winning producer (11 time Grammy nominated), author of "Making Tracks" and educator - Scott Billington - www.scottbillington.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 388 - Andrew Kwan

Sat, 27 Jan 2024 09:42:49 -0500

A conversation with classical music manager, agent and educator - Andrew Kwan -https://andrewkwanartists.com

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 387 - Paul Barry

Sat, 20 Jan 2024 08:59:47 -0500

A conversation with blues musician, promoter and author of "The William Clarke Story: Blowin' Like Hell" - Paul Barry - https://www.paulbarryblues.com

To order the "Blowin' Like Hell" go to: https://www.alligator.com/store/product/3984/Blowin-Like-Hell-The-William-Clarke-Story-Softcover-Book-by-Paul-Barry

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 386 - Nili Brosh

Sat, 13 Jan 2024 09:32:15 -0500

A conversation with Israeli-American guitarist and composer - Nili Brosh (Nili Brosh Band, Danny Elfman, Cirque du Soleil and Dethklok) - https://www.nilibrosh.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 385 - Neil Osborne

Sat, 06 Jan 2024 09:42:19 -0500

A conversation with musician, singer, songwriter and producer - Neil Osborne (54-40, A Family Curse, Niz Wiz) - https://www.5440.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 384 - Kid Andersen Part 2

Sat, 30 Dec 2023 09:34:51 -0500

Part two of my conversation with Norwegian guitarist and CEO of Greaseland Studio - Christoffer "Kid" Andersen - (Rick Estrin & The Nightcats, Greaseland All Stars) - https://rickestrin.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 383 - Kid Andersen Part 1

Sat, 23 Dec 2023 09:42:47 -0500

A conversation with Norwegian guitarist and CEO of Greaseland Studio - Christoffer "Kid" Andersen - (Rick Estrin & The Nightcats, Greaseland All Stars) - https://rickestrin.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 382 - River Toussaint Rabbitte

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 09:43:16 -0500

A conversation with singer / songwriter / multi-instrumentalist of Chicago-based alternative rock band whte.rbbt.obj - River Toussaint Rabbitte - www.whtrbbtobj.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 381 - Johnny Moeller

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 09:50:12 -0500

A conversation with Austin, Texas musician - Johnny Moeller (The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Marcia Ball, The Moeller Brothers, Barfield, Lou Ann Barton, Darrell Nulisch) - www.fabulousthunderbirds.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 380 - Ri Wolf

Sat, 02 Dec 2023 09:32:43 -0500

A conversation with West Texas singer-songwriter Ri Wolf (Ri Wolf and the Prairie Hawks) - http://www.riwolfmusic.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 379 - Bob Wegner

Sat, 25 Nov 2023 08:49:20 -0500

A conversation with author of "High Class" (history of Max Webster), former guitarist for We Will Rock You and solo artist - Bob Wegner - https://bobwegner.ca.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 378 - Will Lee

Sat, 18 Nov 2023 08:15:38 -0500

A conversation with American musician, Will Lee (solo artist, session musician, The World's Most Dangerous Band, The Fab Faux) - www.willlee.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 377 - David Wilcox

Sat, 11 Nov 2023 07:59:33 -0500

A conversation with Canadian guitarist and singer/songwriter David Wilcox - https://davidwilcox.net

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 376 - Dr. Augusta Palmer

Sat, 04 Nov 2023 10:03:24 -0400

A conversation with the Associate Professor and Chair of Communication Arts at St. Francis College in Brooklyn and filmmaker - Dr. Augusta Palmer - who recently premiered her film about Memphis Country Blues Festivals in the 1960's called "The Blues Society" - www.thebluessocietyfilm.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 375 - Andrew Wan

Sat, 28 Oct 2023 12:23:47 -0400

A conversation with soloist, chamber musician, Concertmaster of the Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal and teacher - Andrew Wan - https://www.andrewviolin.com.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 374 - Prairie Prince

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 14:58:02 -0400

A conversation with American Drummer (The Tubes, Journey, Todd Rundgren, Jefferson Starship) Muralist, Artist & Painter - Prairie Prince - https://prairieprince.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 373 - Rob Szabo

Sat, 14 Oct 2023 08:29:39 -0400

A conversation with singer, songwriter, musician, producer and music editor for film - Rob Szabo - https://www.robszabo.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 372 - Monster Mike Welch

Sat, 07 Oct 2023 09:51:36 -0400

A conversation with American blues guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer - Monster Mike Welch - https://monstermikewelch.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 371 - Adrian Vandenberg

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 11:43:22 -0400

A conversation with Dutch rock guitarist, songwriter, producer and artist - Adrian Vandenberg (Vandenberg, Whitesnake, MoonKings) - https://vandenbergband.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 370 - Sonny Emory

Sat, 23 Sep 2023 09:19:50 -0400

A conversation with drummer, singer, songwriter, educator and producer - Sonny Emory (Eric Clapton, Earth, Wind & Fire, Bruce Hornsby, Bette Midler, and Sonny Emory & The 7EVENTHTIME) - https://www.sonnyemory.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 369 - Scotty Barnhart

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 09:32:52 -0400

A conversation with Trumpeter, Author, Associate Professor of Jazz Studies and the director of the Count Basie Orchestra, Scotty Barnhart - www.scottybarnhart.com.

Basie Swings the Blues featuring George Benson, Carmen Bradford, Castro "Mr. Sipp" Coleman, Shemekia Copeland, Robert Cray, Jamie Davis, Buddy Guy, Charlton Johnson, Bettye Lavette, Ledisi, Lauren Mitchell, Keb'Mo, Charlie Musselwhie and Bobby Rush is now available on Candid Records.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 368 - Tim Easton

Sat, 09 Sep 2023 09:33:14 -0400

A conversation with Nashivlle singer/songwriter, Tim Easton - http://www.timeaston.com. Black Mesa Records will Re-release Tim's "SPECIAL 20" and "NOT COOL" on vinyl in October, 2023 - https://blackmesarecords.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 367 - Paul Irvine

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 11:09:18 -0400

A conversation with producer, multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter and Entertainment Paralegal - Paul Irvine - https://paulirvine.ca/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 366 - Steve Payne

Sat, 26 Aug 2023 09:33:39 -0400

A conversation with British guitarist and singer/songwriter - Steve Payne.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 365 - Daniel Hamin Go

Sat, 05 Aug 2023 09:05:44 -0400

A conversation with the giant cellist, Daniel Hamin Go, former artist-in-residence at the Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel and the Rebanks Family Fellowship and International Residency Program - www.danielhamingo.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 364 - Russ Boswell

Sat, 29 Jul 2023 09:35:17 -0400

A conversation with Canadian freelance bassist, Russ Boswell (Corey Hart, David Wilcox, Sting (in the Last Ship), Kevin Breit and so many more) - http://www.russboswell.com Russ is involved in a new project with the ‘501 East Band’ (with Gary Craig, Aidan Mason and Carlos Lopes) who have a recording coming out later this year.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 363 - Tim ”Soya” Solyan

Sat, 15 Jul 2023 09:16:19 -0400

A conversation with drummer for Victims Family and drum technician (Beck, Whitesnake, Roger Waters, Primus) - Tim "Soya" Solyan.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 362 - Brooks Milgate

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 09:43:09 -0400

A conversation with songwriter and pianist side man for Chris O’Leary and Monster Mike - Brooks Milgate.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 361 - Tony Carey

Sat, 24 Jun 2023 10:29:55 -0400

A conversation with multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, and singer/songwriter - Tony Carey (solo artist, Planet P Project, Rainbow) - www.tonycarey.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 360 - Michael Jerome Browne

Sat, 17 Jun 2023 08:55:25 -0400

A conversation with a multi-instrumentalist, a songwriter, and a living encyclopedia of American Roots music - Michael Jerome Browne - www.michaeljeromebrowne.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 359 - Gretchen Menn

Sat, 10 Jun 2023 09:33:00 -0400

A conversation with American guitarist, educator and composer - Gretchen Menn (solo artist, Zepparella) - www.gretchenmenn.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 358 - John Fohl

Sat, 27 May 2023 06:41:25 -0400

A conversation with New Orleans guitarist, singer and songwriter - John Fohl (solo artist, Dr. John, Cherry Poppin' Daddies).

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 357 - Michael Shrieve

Sat, 20 May 2023 09:15:06 -0400

A conversation with American drummer, percussionist, and composer - MIchael Shrieve (Santana, Automatic Man, Go, HSAS, solo artist) - http://www.michaelshrieve.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 356 - Paul Pigat

Sat, 13 May 2023 09:36:59 -0400

A conversation with guitarist, teacher, singer and songwriter, Paul Pigat (Cousin Harley, Boxcar Campfire and Paul Pigat Trio) - www.paulpigat.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 355 - Angela Petrilli

Sun, 02 Apr 2023 15:17:11 -0400

A conversation with L.A. singer, songwriter and guitarist - Angela Petrilli (Angela Petrilli and The Players, Roses & Cigarettes) - https://www.angelapetrillimusic.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 354 - Duke Robillard

Sat, 25 Mar 2023 09:30:24 -0400

A conversation with American guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer, Duke Robillard (solo artist, Roomful of Blues, The Fabulous Thunderbirds) - https://www.dukerobillard.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 353 - Erin McCallum

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 08:16:45 -0500

A conversation with Canadian singer/songwriter, Erin McCallum - http://www.erinmccallum.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 352 - Tommy Aldridge

Sat, 04 Mar 2023 09:03:08 -0500

A conversation with American heavy metal and hard rock drummer - Tommy Aldridge (Black Oak Arkansas, Pat Travers Band, Ozzy Osbourne, Gary Moore, Whitesnake, Ted Nugent, and Iconic).

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 351 - Chris Frye

Sat, 25 Feb 2023 08:37:08 -0500

A conversation with lead singer/guitarist of folk/roots band The Bills and solo artist - Chris Frye - https://chrisfrye.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 350 - Shane Guse

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 16:18:45 -0500

A conversation with the recipient of seven Canadian Country Music Awards in the musician categories, a CCMA Musicians Hall of Honour inductee in 2018 and the founding member and leader of the Canadian Roots group, The Western Swing Authority - Shane Guse - https://thewesternswingauthority.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 349 - Brooke Blackburn

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 17:05:39 -0500

A conversation with singer, songwriter and guitarist, Brooke Blackburn (Blackburn Brothers & Bentley Collective) - http://www.blackburnbrothersmusic.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 348 - Charlie Huhn

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 15:00:32 -0500

A conversation with singer, songwriter and guitarist, Charlie Huhn (Foghat, Victory, Humble Pie, Gary Moore and Ted Nugent).

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 347 - Joseph Yanuziello

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 15:08:59 -0500

A conversation with Canadian Luthier - Joseph Yanuziello - https://www.yanuziello.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 346 - Dinuk Wijeratne

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 04:37:13 -0500

A conversation with award-winning composer, pianist, conductor and educator - Dinuk Wijeratne - https://www.dinukwijeratne.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 345 - Michael Bridge

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 17:16:43 -0500

A conversation with Canadian jazz, folk and classical music accordionist, Michael Bridge (solo artist, Ladom Ensemble & Bridge & Wolak) - www.michaelbridge.ca

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 344 - Joe Filisko

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 17:42:08 -0500

A conversation with master harp player, teacher, custom harmonica pioneer, researcher and historian, Joe Filisko - https://www.filiskostore.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 343 - Peter D. Harper

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 14:00:56 -0500

A conversation with Award winning Australian singer/ songwriter/ virtuoso harmonica player/ didgeridoo performer - Peter D. Harper - https://harper.biz/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 342 - Joel Ivany

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 17:18:33 -0500

A conversation with Canadian stage director and artistic director of Against the Grain Theatre, artistic director of Edmonton Opera and Program Director for Opera at the Banff Centre, Joel Ivany - www.atgtheatre.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 341 - Terry Wilkins

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 15:05:21 -0500

A conversation with Australian-born Canadian bassist, composer and producer - Terry Wilkins (Sinner's Choir, Raoul & The Big Time, David Wilcox & The Teddy Bears and Rough Trade).

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 340 - Mike Kappus

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 13:55:07 -0500

A conversation with Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, founder of the Rosebud Agency, booking agent, manager and Grammy winning record producer - Mike Kappus -http://www.rosebudus.com.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 339 - Shane Theriot

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 14:56:38 -0500

A conversation with American guitarist, composer, and producer - Shane Theriot - https://www.shanetheriot.com.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 338 - Pouya Hamidi

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 16:24:39 -0500

A conversation with music composer, Juno-nominated sound engineer, and co-founder of Ladom Ensemble, Pouya Hamidi - https://pouyahamidi.com.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 337 - J.T. Lauritsen

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 12:27:29 -0500

A conversation with Norwegian singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist - J.T. Lauritsen - https://www.jtlauritsen.com.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 336 - Carlos del Junco

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 14:21:59 -0400

A conversation with singer, songwriter and harmonica player, Carlos del Junco - https://www.carlosdeljunco.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 335 - Scott Sharrard

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 13:52:40 -0400

A conversation with singer/songwriter, lead guitarist and bandleader for the late Gregg Allman and newest member of the legendary Rock and Roll band, Little Feat - Scott Sharrard - https://www.scottsharrard.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 334 - Dr. Laura Carbone

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 19:40:35 -0400

A conversation with Blues photographer (writer, promoter and a doctor who specializes in Nephrology) - Dr. Laura Carbone - http://www.drlauraphotography.com.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 333 - Miss Emily

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 17:06:39 -0400

A conversation with Juno nominated, Maple Blues Award winner, Singer/Songwriter - Miss Emily - https://themissemily.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 332 - Devin Moore

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 06:53:04 -0400

A conversation with the co-founder and creative director of Opus Illuminate and the violist for the Isidore String Quartet, Devin Moore. The Isidore String Quartet recently won 1st prize at the 14th Banff International String Quartet Competition - https://www.isidorestringquartet.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 331 - Alan Cross

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 18:52:53 -0400

A conversation with Canadian radio broadcaster, podcaster and writer, Alan Cross - www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 330 - Steve Smith

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 09:36:02 -0400

A conversation with the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Steve Smith (Vital Information, Journey, Steps Ahead) - http://www.vitalinformation.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 329 - Big Ben Richardson

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 09:38:08 -0400

A conversation with Bassist, Producer, Tour Manager and Front Of House Sound man - Big Ben Richardson (The Phantoms, Big Sugar & Grady).

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 328 - Ted Peters

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 13:10:03 -0400

A conversation with Trombonist/composer - Ted Peters (Blackburn, Ted Peters and the Gumbo Ya-Ya).

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 327 - Jeff Paris

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 16:53:26 -0400

A conversation with songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Jeff Paris (solo artist, Coco Montoya, Keb'Mo).

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 326 - Franck Goldwasser

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 14:39:12 -0400

A conversation with Paris-born, West Coast blues guitarist, Franck L. Goldwasser (solo artist, The Goldwasser/Rannenberg/Wade Trio, Mannish Boys) - https://francklgoldwasser.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 325 - Mike Massé

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 13:18:52 -0400

A conversation with performer of epic acoustic classic rock, Mike Massé - https://mikemasse.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 324 - Dave Hodge

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 13:03:05 -0400

A conversation with an Award-winning sportscaster and an avid music fan, Dave Hodge.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 323 - Andrew Galloway & Bruce Greenaway

Sat, 23 Jul 2022 10:56:27 -0400

A conversation with the president of Electro-Fi Records, Andrew Galloway (www.electrofi.com) and graphic designer, Bruce Greenaway.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 322 - Jason Lee Mckinney

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 10:07:22 -0400

A conversation with Nashville based Award-winning singer, songwriter, and musician, Jason Lee McKinney - https://www.jasonleemckinneyband.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 321 - Joe Bouchard

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 14:41:51 -0400

A conversation with musician, singer/songwriter and producer - Joe Bouchard (Blue Oyster Cult, solo artist, Blue Coupe & Bouchard Brothers) - joebouchard.com.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast episode 320 - Chicago Slim

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 17:15:32 -0400

A conversation with Bluesman/DJ/Producer - Chicago Slim, aka Dr. Daniel Ivankovich. Dr. Ivankovich is also a trauma/spine surgeon, who heads OnePatient – Global Health Initiative, a nonprofit that specializes in musculoskeletal health and wellness and serves residents of underserved communities throughout Chicago - https://chicagoslim.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 319 - Kai Strauss

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 13:04:05 -0400

A conversation with multiple German Blues Award winner, singer/songwriter - Kai Strauss - (www.kaistrauss.com).

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 318 - Jim Pugh

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 17:22:39 -0400

A conversation with keyboardist (Etta James, Elvin Bishop & Robert Cray), producer and executive director of Little Village Foundation, Jim Pugh - http://littlevillagefoundation.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 317 - Joseph Johnson

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 16:40:50 -0400

A conversation with the Principal cellist of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, soloist and educator, Joseph Johnson - https://www.joecello.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 316 - Amy Sky

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 14:10:52 -0400

A conversation with Canadian singer-songwriter, record producer, theatre actress, and television host, Amy Sky - amysky.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 315 - Dave Weld

Mon, 23 May 2022 18:12:07 -0400

A conversation with Chicago blues musician and Delmark recording artist, Dave Weld - https://www.daveweld.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 314 - Gary Cain

Thu, 19 May 2022 16:07:05 -0400

A conversation with Canadian-born guitarist, singer and songwriter (currently based in Austin, Texas) - Gary Cain - www.garycainband.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 313 - Mighty Mike Schermer

Thu, 12 May 2022 19:00:26 -0400

A conversation with American blues guitarist, singer and songwriter, Mighty Mike Schermer (solo artist, Marcia Ball, Elvin Bishop and others) - https://mighty-mike.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 312 - Toronzo Cannon

Thu, 05 May 2022 21:00:42 -0400

A conversation with American electric blues guitarist, vocalist and songwriter - Toronzo Cannon - https://www.toronzocannon.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast episode 311 - Pete Schmidt

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 13:54:23 -0400

A conversation with Canadian guitarist based out of Lima, Peru and co-founder of Pete Schmidt Guitar Accessories - Pete Schmidt - https://peteschmidt.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 310 - Mike Nagoda

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 12:13:47 -0400

A conversation with Blues and Roots musician, independent recording artist and Double Slide Guitarist, Mike Nagoda -https://www.mikenagoda.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 309 - Robb Nash

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 12:37:06 -0400

A conversation with one of the leading rock musicians working, speaking out, and singing about mental illness - Robb Nash - https://www.robbnash.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 308 - Jennifer Buchanan

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:02:28 -0400

A conversation with Award-Winning Canadian Music Therapist, Author & Speaker, Jennifer Buchanan - https://www.jenniferbuchanan.ca/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 307 - Felix Cavaliere

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 14:20:19 -0400

A conversation with American singer, songwriter, record producer, author and musician - Felix Cavaliere (solo artist, The Rascals) - Check out Felix's new book - "Memoir of a Rascal" available at https://www.felixcavalieremusic.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 306 - Andy Timmons

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 14:04:58 -0400

A conversation with American guitarist - Andy Timmons (Taylor Bay Band, Danger Danger, Pawn Kings, and Andy Timmons Band) - https://andytimmons.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast episode 305 - Ken Whiteley

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 17:03:53 -0500

A conversation with Canadian multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter & producer - Ken Whiteley (solo artist, The Original Sloth Band, Scarlett, Washington & Whiteley and Whiteley Brothers.) - https://www.kenwhiteley.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 304 - Greg Nagy

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 17:37:07 -0500

A conversation with roots and blues infused singer/songwriter/guitarist Greg Nagy - https://gregnagy.com/

Talkin’ Blues Podcast episode 303 - Mark Farner

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 14:22:35 -0500

A conversation with American singer, guitarist and songwriter, Mark Farner (solo artist, Grand Funk Railroad.) - https://markfarner.com

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 302 - Steve Dawson

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 13:18:48 -0500

A conversation with Canadian guitarist, pedal steel player, multi-instrumentalist, producer, engineer and the host of "Music Makers and Soul Shakers" Podcast, Steve Dawson - https://www.stevedawson.ca

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 301 - Dennis Dunaway

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 17:55:18 -0500

A conversation with bassist for the Alice Cooper Group, Grammy Hall of Fame inductee as co-writer of "School's Out" and Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Dennis Dunaway (https://www.dennisdunaway.com/).

Talkin’ Blues podcast episode 300 - Steve Vai

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 13:01:10 -0500

A conversation with American guitarist, composer, singer, songwriter, and producer - Steve Vai - https://www.vai.com/

Talkin’ Blues podcast episode 299 - Carolyn Wonderland

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 14:23:46 -0500

A conversation with American blues singer-songwriter and musician - Carolyn Wonderland - https://carolynwonderland.com/

Talkin’ Blues podcast episode 298 - Lynn Drury

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 13:18:34 -0500

A conversation with New Orleans singer/songwriter, Lynn Drury - http://www.lynndrury.com.

Talkin’ Blues Podcast episode 297 - Jon Knight

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 13:57:53 -0500

A conversation with singer, songwriter and guitarist - Jon Knight of Soulstack - www.Soulstackmusic.com.

Talkin’ Blues podcast episode 296 - Allen Toussaint

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 12:57:04 -0500

From the Talkin' Blues archives, an interview with the legendary musician, songwriter, arranger and record producer - Allen Toussaint. This interview is from May of 2012.

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 295 - Fabrizio Poggi

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 08:43:52 -0500

A conversation with Grammy nominated Italian Blues musician, Hohner Lifetime Award recipient and author, Fabrizio Poggi - http://www.chickenmambo.com/

Talkin‘ Blues Podcast episode 294 - Steve Hill

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 22:56:04 -0500

A conversation with Juno winner and multiple Maple Blues Awards recipient - Steve Hill - https://www.stevehillmusic.com

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 293 - Joe Kelly

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:07:14 -0500

A conversation with Toronto Symphony Orchestra's Assistant Timpani and Section Percussionist and coach of the percussion section of the Toronto Symphony Youth Orchestra, Joe Kelly - https://www.tso.ca/performer/joseph-kelly

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 292 - Jason Ricci

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 13:44:06 -0500

A conversation with American harmonica player, singer, songwriter, cat lover, skateboarder, Saints fan and cigar lover, Jason Ricci - https://mooncat.org

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 291 - Mark ”Kaz” Kazanoff

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 13:09:15 -0500

A conversation with American jazz and blues saxophonist/harmonicist, arranger and record producer - Kaz Kazanoff.

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 290 - Michael Sadler

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 15:43:21 -0500

A conversation with singer, songwriter and performer - Michael Sadler (Saga, Progject, solo artist) - https://sagagen.com/

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 289 - William Bell

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 13:58:00 -0400

A conversation with American soul singer, song writer, Grammy winner and record producer, William Bell - http://www.williambell.com/

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 288 - Rick Booth

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 14:55:02 -0400

A conversation with Owner and CEO of Intrepid Artists International, Rick Booth - https://intrepidartists.com/

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 287 - Bobby Murray

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 15:45:55 -0400

A conversation with American electric blues guitarist, songwriter and record producer who played in Etta James' backing band for 23 years - Bobby Murray (Bobby Murray Band, Etta James, Frankie Lee) - https://www.facebook.com/bobbymurraygroove

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 286 - Selwyn Birchwood

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 15:26:47 -0400

A conversation with American blues guitarist, vocalist and songwriter, Selwyn Birchwood - www.selwynbirchwood.com.

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 285 - Dave Duncan

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 14:37:14 -0400

A conversation with Nashville blues songwriter and guitarist, Dave Duncan.

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 284 - Eric Johanson

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 14:07:16 -0400

A conversation with New Orleans singer, songwriter and guitarist - Eric Johanson (solo artist, Cire & Cyril Neville) - https://www.ericjohanson.com/

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 283 - Brad Fordham

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:52:12 -0400

A conversation with American roots music bassist, Brad Fordham (Dave Alvin & The Guilty Ones, Whitney Rose and Jerry Jeff Walker).

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 282 - Jim Casson

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 15:40:42 -0400

A conversation with drummer, percussionist, composer, educator and producer, Jim Casson (Dark Orchard, Davis Hall and the Green Lanterns, The Reluctant Cosmonaut, Mighty Duck Blues Band, Downchild) - www.jimcasson.com

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 281 - Bill Troiani

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 14:20:09 -0400

A conversation with singer, songwriter and bassist - Bill Troiani (Billy T Band, The Bills, Tom Russell Band, Eddie "Bluesman" Kirkland) - www.billytband.com

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 280 - Walter Parks

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 21:32:17 -0400

A conversation with American songwriter, vocalist, guitarist and bassist - Walter Parks (Walter Parks & The Unlawful Assembly, The Nudes, Swamp Cabbage and sideman for Richie Havens) - www.walterparks.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 279 - Steve Hackett

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 19:40:47 -0400

A conversation with English musician, songwriter, singer, and producer - Steve Hackett (solo artist, Genesis, GTR) - http://www.hackettsongs.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 278 - Debbie Davies

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 13:44:52 -0400

A conversation with American blues guitarist and singer, Debbie Davies (solo artist, Albert Collins, Maggie Mayall and the Cadillacs) - https://www.debbiedavies.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 277 - Igor Prado

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 09:10:51 -0400

A conversation with Brazilian producer and musician, Igor Prado - @igorprado_bluessoulfunk

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 276 - Rodd Bland

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 17:50:22 -0400

A conversation with drummer and educator - Rodd Bland (Rodd Bland and the Members Only Band, Bobby "Blue" Bland, B. B. King)

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 275 - Phil Chiu

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 14:14:51 -0400

A conversation with classical pianist and Inaugural winner of the Mécénat Musica Prix Goyer, Phil Chiu - http://philipchiu.ca/

Talkin‘ Blues podcast episode 274 - Kenny Aronoff

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 13:07:15 -0400

A conversation with rock drummer, author and event speaker - Kenny Aronoff (John Mellencamp, John Fogerty, The Bodeans, Supersonic Blues Machine and many, many, many more) - https://kennyaronoff.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 273 - Tia Carroll

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 13:30:04 -0400

A conversation with Little Village recording artist, Tia Carroll - http://www.tiacarroll.net/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 272 - Andrew Yee

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 12:55:33 -0400

A conversation with composer, director, artist and Grammy Award winning cellist, Andrew Yee (solo artist, Attacca Quartet) - https://www.andrewyeecellist.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 271 - Rudy Sarzo

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 17:49:12 -0400

A conversation with Cuban-American hard rock/heavy metal bassist and author - Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne, Whitesnake and The Guess Who).

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 270 - Kenny Passarelli

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 13:56:05 -0400

A conversation with bassist, keyboardist, producer and composer - Kenny Passarelli (solo artist, Joe Walsh/Barnstorm, Stephen Stills, Elton John)

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 269 - Christopher Ward

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 14:49:06 -0400

A conversation with Canadian songwriter and broadcaster Christopher Ward - https://www.christopherward.ca/. His song "Black Velvet" was recently inducted into the Canadian Songwriter's Hall of Fame.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 268 - Craig Cardiff

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:00:19 -0400

A conversation with Canadian singer/songwriter - Craig Cardiff (https://www.craigcardiff.com/)

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 267 - Eddie Turner

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 12:50:43 -0400

A conversation with blues guitarist, singer and songwriter - Eddie "Devil Boy" Turner - https://eddieturner.net/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 266 - Amund Maarud

Thu, 27 May 2021 12:54:37 -0400

A conversation with Norwegian blues/rock/roots musician, composer and producer - Amund Maarud (solo artist, The Grand, Morudes, Amgala Temple and Jace Everett colab) - https://www.amundmaarud.com/ Please check it out Amund's spotify playlist at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3DMwEJVyIrvNylWKW9kY7C?si=ko3ptkZISTq6m3YlOFh7SQ.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 265 - Al Mair

Thu, 20 May 2021 14:00:42 -0400

A conversation with the 2021 SOCAN Guardian Award Recipient, 2014 inductee to the Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame, recipient of three Gold Leaf Awards (which became the Junos) and the co-founder of Attic Records - Al Mair.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 264 - Johnny Sansone

Thu, 13 May 2021 15:44:28 -0400

A conversation with American electric blues singer, songwriter, harmonicist, accordionist and guitarist - Johnny Sansone - https://www.johnnysansone.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 263 - Roger Steen

Thu, 06 May 2021 16:35:01 -0400

A conversation with lead guitarist and songwriter of The Tubes, Roger Steen - (www.thetubes.com)

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 262 - Scott Spray

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 14:01:56 -0400

A conversation with 2020 New England Music Hall of Fame Inductee - bassist, Scott Spray (Johnny Winter, Edgar Winter, studio musician).

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 261 - Lee Oskar and David Rotundo

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 12:58:43 -0400

A conversation with harmonica virtuoso, composer, producer, visual artist, musical explorer and harmonica manufacturer - Lee Oskar (www.leeoskar.com) and Canadian blues harp player and band leader - David Rotundo (www.davidrotundo.com).

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 260 - Philip Sayce

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:21:44 -0400

A conversations with roots rock guitarist, singer and songwriter - Philip Sayce - https://philipsayce.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 259 - Fabrizio Grossi

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 12:21:32 -0400

A conversation with Italian-American bass player, producer and record industry consultant - Fabrizio Grossi (Supersonic Blues Machine & Soul Garage Experience) - https://www.fabriziogrossi.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 258 - Ed Murphy

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 16:26:10 -0400

A conversation with the former booking and production manager at the Notodden Blues Festival - Ed Murphy.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 257 - Big Harp George

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 17:35:00 -0400

A conversation with San Francisco Bay Area blues singer, songwriter, and chromatic harmonica player - Big Harp George - https://www.bigharpgeorge.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 256 - Lowell "Banana" Levinger

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 20:14:27 -0400

A conversation with multi-instrumentalist and the founding member of the Youngbloods, Lowell "Banana" Levinger (solo artist, Youngbloods, Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul) - http://www.lowelllevinger.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 255 - Curtis Salgado

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 18:49:16 -0500

A conversation with Alligator recording artist - Curtis Salgado - about his new album, "Damage Control" - www.curtissalgado.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 254 - Chris Barber

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 16:10:13 -0500

From the Talkin' Blues archives - A conversation with the British trombonist, double bassist and trad jazz bandleader - Chris Barber - https://chrisbarber.net/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 253 - Gavin Hope

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 17:42:16 -0500

A conversation with three-time Juno Award Nominee, both as a solo vocalist and also as a longtime Baritone member of the iconic Canadian a capella group, The Nylons - Gavin Hope.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 252 - Fred Mandel

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 15:58:28 -0500

A conversation with session musician, keyboard player, guitarist and songwriter - Fred Mandel (solo artist, Alice Cooper, Queen and Elton John) - https://www.fredmandelmusic.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 251 - Mark Lalama

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 13:36:08 -0500

A conversation with singer, songwriter, musician and producer - Mark Lalama (Mark Lalama Trio, Sister's Euclid, Dizzy and Fay) - www.marklalama.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 250 - Rik Emmett

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 14:57:40 -0500

A conversation with singer, songwriter, guitarist, educator and writer - Rik Emmett (solo artist, RESolution9, Triumph) - http://www.rikemmett.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 249 - John Capek

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 19:49:28 -0500

A conversation with composer, songwriter, keyboard player, producer and arranger, John Capek - www.johncapek.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 248 - Anthony Geraci

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 14:14:46 -0500

A conversation with pianist, Hammond organist and composer, Anthony Geraci (solo artist, The Proven Ones, Sugar Ray Norcia and The Bluetones, Ronnie Earl and the Broadcasters) - https://www.anthonygeraciblue.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 247 - Lisa Pankratz

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 19:11:26 -0500

A conversation with American roots music drummer, Lisa Pankratz (Dave Alvin & The Guilty Ones, Whitney Rose, Ronnie Dawson).

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 246 - Dione Taylor

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 17:38:22 -0500

A conversation with blues, roots, gospel, soul and jazz singer/songwriter, Dione Taylor - https://dionetaylor.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 245 - Jimi Bott

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 13:47:25 -0500

A conversation with producer, owner of Roseleaf Recording Studio, Recording engineer, Blues Music Awards blues drummer of the year recipient and NW Cascade Blues Association inductee into the blues, hall of fame, Jimi Bott (The Proven Ones, The Fabulous Thunderbirds and Rod Piazza and the Mighty Flyers) - http://www.jimibott.com www.roseleafrecording.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 244 - Mike Zito

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 15:35:30 -0500

A conversation with guitarist, singer, record producer, and songwriter - Mike Zito - www.mikezito.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 243 - Anton Fig

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 12:03:12 -0500

A conversation with South African drummer, Anton Fig (Late Show with David Letterman, Joe Bonamassa, and Ace Frehley to name a few) - http://www.antonfig.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 242 - Suzie Vinnick

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 16:58:59 -0500

A conversation with roots and blues singer-songwriter, Suzie Vinnick - https://www.suzievinnick.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 241 - Jonathan Crow

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 15:02:47 -0500

A conversation with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra's concertmaster and a violinist in the New Orford String Quartet, Jonathan Crow - https://www.tso.ca/performer/jonathan-crow

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 240 - Tony Coleman

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 13:48:57 -0500

A conversation with drummer, producer and singer, Tony Coleman (who played with B.B. King for 25 years as well as Otis Clay, Bobby "Blue" Bland, Albert King and so many more) - https://tonytccoleman.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 239 - Tom Lavin

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:01:57 -0500

A conversation with producer, musician and the leader of the Legendary Powder Blues, Tom Lavin - https://powderblues.net/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 238 - Nico Wayne Toussaint

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 14:42:56 -0500

A conversation with French Blues harmonicist and singer - Nico Wayne Toussaint - https://www.nicowaynetoussaint.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 237 - Andrew McCandless

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 13:33:14 -0500

A conversation with principal trumpet of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and the trumpet faculty of the Glenn Gould School at the Royal Conservatory of Music - Andrew McCandless - https://www.tso.ca/performer/andrew-mccandless

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 236 - Ben Mink

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 15:13:33 -0500

A conversation with Canadian songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer, Ben Mink (FM, k.d. lang, Rush, Heart) - http://www.benmink.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 235 - Derry Grehan

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 14:43:52 -0400

A conversation with Honeymoon Suite guitarist and songwriter - Derry Grehan - https://honeymoonsuiteband.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 234 - Rusty Zinn

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 17:17:01 -0400

A conversation with American electric blues and reggae guitarist and singer-songwriter, Rusty Zinn - https://www.rustyreggae.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 233 - Dom Flemons

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 12:15:12 -0400

A conversation with American old-time music, Piedmont blues, and neotraditional country multi-instrumentalist, singer, and songwriter, Dom Flemons - https://theamericansongster.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 232 - Kim Wilson

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 13:08:20 -0400

A conversation with singer, songwriter and harmonica player - Kim Wilson (solo artist, Fabulous Thunderbirds) - http://fabulousthunderbirds.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 231 - Jesse Cook

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 16:39:36 -0400

A conversation with Global music guitarist, producer and director, Jesse Cook - http://www.jessecook.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 230 - John Németh

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 14:55:58 -0400

A conversation with American electric Blues and Soul harmonicist, singer and songwriter, John Németh - http://www.johnnemeth.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 229 - Dan MacDonald

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 16:18:13 -0400

A conversation with Cape Breton Fiddler (and drummer) and educator, Dan MacDonald - https://www.danmacdonald.org/

Talkin' Blues Podcast episode 228 - David Wall

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 18:22:15 -0400

A conversation with composer, lyricist, singer and vocal coach, David Wall (The Bourbon Tabernacle Choir, Flying Bulgar Klezmer Band, solo artist) - www.davidwall.ca.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 227 - Albert Castiglia

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 15:20:49 -0400

A conversation with American blues singer, songwriter and guitarist, Albert Castiglia - http://albertcastiglia.net/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 226 - Marc Jordan

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 17:45:47 -0400

A conversation with singer-songwriter, record producer, session musician, and actor - Marc Jordan - https://www.marcjordan.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 225 - Terry Draper

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 22:34:20 -0400

A conversation with Terry Draper about his time with Klaatu and his solo career - https://www.terrydraper.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 224 - Jon Cleary

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 14:44:10 -0400

A conversation with British-born American funk and R&B musician, Jon Cleary - http://www.joncleary.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 223 -Dawn Tyler Watson

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 13:18:24 -0400

A conversation with Juno Award Recipient, Singer/Song Writer, Blues Recording Artist - Dawn Tyler Watson - https://www.dawntylerwatson.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 222 - Kim Mitchell

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 13:04:06 -0400

A conversation with Canadian rock guitarist, singer, songwriter - Kim Mitchell - http://kimmitchell.ca/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 221 - Jacob Petersen

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 12:41:20 -0400

A conversation with Jacob Petersen - guitarist for the Steve Miller Band.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 220 - Drew Jurecka

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 15:16:51 -0400

A conversation with producer, composer and multi-instrumentalist, Drew Jurecka (Jeff Healey's Jazz Wizards, The Hogtown Syncopators and the Venuti String Quartet) - https://www.drewjurecka.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 219 - Alex Schultz

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 14:02:12 -0400

A conversation with guitarist, Alex Schultz (William Clarke, Rod Piazza & The Mighty Flyers, Lester Butler and Tad Robinson) - http://www.alexschultz.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 218 - Roberto Occhipinti

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 09:18:24 -0400

A conversation with award-winning bassist, composer and record producer - Robert Occhipinti - https://robertoocchipinti.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 217 - Reba Russell

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 14:58:05 -0400

A conversation with Memphis singer/songwriter and producer - Reba Russell - https://www.rebarussell.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 216 - Mudcat Ward

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 22:52:16 -0400

A conversation with author and two time Blues Music Award winner in the Instrumentalist - Bass category, Mudcat Ward (Sugar Ray Norcia and The Bluetones & The Broadcasters).

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 215 - Dafnis Prieto

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 12:11:29 -0400

A conversation with Cuban-American drummer, composer, bandleader, and educator - Dafnis Prieto - https://dafnisonmusic.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 214 - Albert Cummings

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 17:31:23 -0400

A conversation with blues guitarist, singer/songwriter - Albert Cummings - http://albertcummings.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 213 - Charles Driebe

Thu, 28 May 2020 14:10:40 -0400

A conversation with the founder and CEO of Blind Ambition Management, Ltd. - Charles Driebe - http://www.blindambitionmgt.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 212 - Chris Fillmore

Thu, 21 May 2020 17:39:36 -0400

A conversation with Austrian blues guitarist, songwriter and producer - Chris Fillmore (Meena Cryle and The Chris Fillmore Band) - http://www.meenacryle.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 211 - Mark Carpentieri

Thu, 14 May 2020 15:59:07 -0400

A conversation with the owner of M.C. Records, Mark Carpentieri - https://mc-records.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 210 - Tad Robinson

Thu, 07 May 2020 12:02:25 -0400

A conversation with singer/harmonica player/songwriter and Severn Records recording artist, Tad Robinson - www.tadrobinson.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 209 - Ezra Jordan

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 15:37:51 -0400

A conversation with singer/songwriter Ezra Jordan - http://www.ezrajordan.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 208 - Gene Hardy

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 15:10:09 -0400

A conversation with multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, itinerant sideman, and session musician - Gene Hardy (Bourbon Tabanacle Choir, Sparkjiver, Michael Bublé, The Pip-Squeek Orchestra and 996 more).

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 207 - Jack de Keyzer

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 15:58:27 -0400

A conversation with blues guitarist, vocalist and multiple Juno Award winner, Jack de Keyzer - www.jackdekeyzer.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 206 - Ronnie Littlejohn

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 13:37:34 -0400

A conversation with vocalist (Planet Earth & Funk Embassy) and the host of Gumbo Kitchen on Jazz.FM91, Ronnie Littlejohn.

This interview took place On March 4th, 2020 before our world changed.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 205 - Joe Saylor

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 15:06:07 -0400

A conversation with percussionist, educator and jazz artist - Joe Saylor (Jon Batiste's Stay Human and the house band for The Late Show with Stephen Corbert).

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 204 - Scott Good

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 13:06:48 -0400

A conversation with composer, conductor, arranger and trombonist, Scott Good - https://www.scottgoodmusic.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 203 - Jay Douglas

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 13:50:51 -0400

A conversation with Singer, Entertainer and Producer - Jay Douglas - http://jaydouglasmusic.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 202 - Big Dave McLean

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 12:09:47 -0400

A conversation with Canadian blues guitarist, singer and songwriter - Big Dave McLean.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 201 - Albert Lee

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 15:41:28 -0500

A conversation with guitarist, singer/songwriter - Albert Lee (Albert Lee and Hogan's Heroes, Emmylou Harris, Eric Clapton and The Cricketts.)

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 200 - Ian Thomas

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 12:19:07 -0500

A conversation with Canadian singer, songwriter, actor and author - Ian Thomas - http://ianthomas.ca

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 199 - Danilo Perez

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 12:28:29 -0500

A conversation with Panamanian pianist, composer, educator, and a social activist, Danilo Perez - https://www.daniloperez.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 198 - Chris Birkett & Shari Tallon (The Free Spirits)

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 18:10:07 -0500

A conversation with producer, Chris Birkett (Sinead O'Connor, Buffy St. Marie, Alison Moyet) and his musical partner in The Free Spirits, Shari Tallon - https://thefreespirits.ca/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 197 - Mark Kelso

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 16:15:55 -0500

A conversation with drummer, 2020 Juno Awards Jazz Solo Album of the Year nominee and the Head of the percussion dept at Humber College, Mark Kelso - https://www.groovydrums.com/.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 196 - Billy Branch

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 12:50:39 -0500

A conversation with 2020 Blues Hall of Fame inductee, Billy Branch - http://billybranch.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 195 - Mark Maddox

Sat, 25 Jan 2020 09:22:29 -0500

A conversation with guitarist of the NuBlu Band and manager and the person responsible for booking the talent at Buddy Guy's Legends in Chicago, Mark Maddox - https://buddyguy.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 194 - Shoji Naito

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 16:37:52 -0500

A conversation with Japanese blues musician based out of Chicago, Shoji Naito (The Chicago Blues Aces, Eddy Clearwater Band) - https://www.shojinaito.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 193 - Carlos Tortolero

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 14:32:01 -0500

A conversation with the Chicago Blues Festival Director, Carlos Tortolero - https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/chicago_blues_festival.html

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 192 - Grit Laskin

Thu, 02 Jan 2020 15:15:17 -0500

A conversation with author, musician and builder of exquisite acoustic instruments, Grit Laskin - https://williamlaskin.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 191 - Safwan Javed

Thu, 26 Dec 2019 11:40:29 -0500

A conversation with the drummer of Wide Mouth Mason, Safwan Javed - https://widemouthmason.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 190 - Joey Williams

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 13:30:32 -0500

A conversation with guitarist/vocalist, Joey Williams (Blind Boys of Alabama, Robert Randolph & The Family Band, Joey Williams Project) - www.blindboys.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 189 - Chas Elliott

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 16:15:00 -0500

A conversation with bassist, Chas Elliott (Toronto Symphony Orchestra & Porkbelly Futures).

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 188 - Stephen Hodges

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 14:09:36 -0500

A conversation with drummer/percussionist, composer and producer - Stephen Hodges (Mavis Staples, Tom Waits, John Hammond, James Harman)

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 187 - Aaron Davis

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 13:16:00 -0500

A conversation with composer, arranger and keyboardist - Aaron Davis (Manteca, Holly Cole and Measha Brueggergosman) - http://aarondavispiano.com/.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 186 - Jane Harbury

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 12:33:52 -0500

A conversation with former manager of the Riverboat Cafe and publicist, Jane Harbury - https://janeharbury.wordpress.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 185 - Shaun Murphy

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 13:21:39 -0500

A conversation with American blues and R&B singer songwriter, Shaun Murphy (Shaun Murphy Band, Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band, Little Feat) - https://shaunmurphyband.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 184 - Lloyd Spiegel

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 14:56:31 -0500

A conversation with Australian blues guitarist, songwriter and singer - Lloyd Spiegel - http://lloydspiegel.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 183 - Tom Bona

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 12:31:05 -0400

A conversation with drummer - Tom Bona (Sue Foley, Raoul & The Big Time and Soulstack) - http://www.tombona.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 182 - Terry Blersh

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 19:42:08 -0400

If you’re a fan of Canadian blues and roots music, you’ve probably seen or heard guitarist/singer-songwriter Terry Blersh, doing his own thing or supporting many of your favourite artists, on stage and in the studio. His debut CD “Terry Blersh” and his latest, “Play It All Day”, were both well received by blues radio and critics, including reviews in Downbeat magazine. This week on Talkin' Blues, a conversation with Terry Blersh - http://terryblersh.ca/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 181 - Brian Moncarz

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 16:08:08 -0400

A conversation with producer/engineer/mixer, Brian Moncarz (Our Lady Peace, The Trews, The Tea Party) - http://www.brianmoncarz.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 180 - Jon Button

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 11:18:51 -0400

A conversation with Jon Button, bassist for The Who - https://www.jonbutton.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 179 - Michael Occhipinti

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:21:51 -0400

A conversation with 9 time Juno nominated guitarist, composer/bandleader, Michael Occhipinti - https://michaelocchipintimusic.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 178 - Bif Naked

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 19:32:38 -0400

A conversation with singer-songwriter, actress, author and motivational speaker, Bif Naked - www.bifnaked.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 177 - Ed Sculthorpe

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 14:55:29 -0400

A conversation with Ed Sculthorpe - Guitar tech, owner of Birchway Sound in Hamilton and Canadian Army veteran - https://www.birchwaysound.ca/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 176 - Vanessa Collier

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 16:19:29 -0400

A conversation with saxophonist, vocalist, and songwriter, Vanessa Collier - https://www.vanessacollier.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 175 - Cedric Burnside

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 13:05:35 -0400

A conversation with North Mississippi Hill Country Blues drummer, guitarist, singer and songwriter - Cedric Burnside - https://www.cedricburnside.net/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 174 - Billy Seidman

Fri, 23 Aug 2019 08:48:52 -0400

A conversation with New York songwriter, session musician and educator, Billy Seidman of the Song Arts Academy - http://www.songartsacademy.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 173 - Davide DiRenzo

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 12:30:16 -0400

A conversation with freelance drummer, Davide DiRenzo (Jacksoul, Tom Cochran, Holly Cole, to name but a few...)

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 172 - Julie Nesrallah

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 20:07:36 -0400

A conversation with Julie Nesrallah, mezzo-soprano and host of Tempo on CBC Music - julienesrallah.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 171 - Eric Noden

Wed, 31 Jul 2019 07:04:35 -0400

This week on Talkin' Blues, a conversation with American Roots musician, blues educator and researcher, Eric Noden - http://www.ericnoden.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 170 - Guy King

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 17:12:47 -0400

A conversation with Israeli born, Chicago-based guitarist, singer and songwriter, Guy King - www.guyking.net

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 169 - Joanna Connor

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 16:06:27 -0400

A conversation with Chicago-based blues singer, songwriter, and virtuoso guitarist, Joanna Connor and Hip Hop Artist, Bugsy aka Alphonso Dinaro - http://joannaconnor.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 168 - Erja Lyytinen

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 16:46:43 -0400

A conversation with Finnish vocalist, guitarist and songwriter, Erja Lyytinen - http://www.erjalyytinen.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 167 - Vince Maccarone

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 12:16:06 -0400

A conversation with drummer/percussionist and educator, Vince Maccarone (Los Variants, The Sidemen & Johnny Max Band) - https://vince.losvariants.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 166 - Tom Wilson

Sat, 29 Jun 2019 20:10:13 -0400

A conversation with musician, singer/songwriter, painter, author and so much more, Tom Wilson (Junkhouse, Blackie and the Rodeo Kings and Lee Harvey Osmond) https://tomwilsononline.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 165 - Joe Kearns

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 12:12:58 -0400

A conversation with musician and entertainment host of Crystal Bach Riverboat cruise, Joe Kearns.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 164 - Sananda Maitreya

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 16:17:42 -0400

A conversation with multi-instrumentalist, singer and songwriter, Sananda Maitreya - www.Sananda.org Please check out Sananda's world and music and listen to his own radio at https://icy.unitedradio.it/um051.mp3

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 163 - Kelley Hunt

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 16:53:32 -0400

A conversation with American blues pianist, singer, and songwriter, Kelley Hunt - www.kelleyhunt.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 162 - Steve Poltz

Fri, 31 May 2019 15:35:10 -0400

A conversation with folksinger, songwriter, musician, comedian and so much more - Steve Poltz - www.poltz.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 161 - Gavin McLeod

Thu, 16 May 2019 13:11:48 -0400

A conversation with guitarist, singer/songwriter and YouTube personality - Gavin McLeod - www.gavinmcleodmusic.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 160 - Gino Vannelli

Thu, 09 May 2019 14:54:57 -0400

A conversation with producer, musician, singer, songwriter, Gino Vannelli - www.ginov.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 159 - Arthur Neilson

Thu, 02 May 2019 17:52:17 -0400

A conversation with guitarist, Arthur Neilson (Shemekia Copeland, Blue Angel, solo artist) - http://arthurneilson.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 158 - Randy McDonald

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 15:32:38 -0400

A conversation with bassist and road manager of Tommy Castro and The Painkillers, Randy McDonald - http://tommycastro.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 157 - Kevin Lau

Fri, 19 Apr 2019 22:03:23 -0400

A conversation with composer of orchestral, chamber, ballet, and film music, Kevin Lau - http://kevinlaumusic.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 156 - Sean Pinchin

Sat, 13 Apr 2019 18:45:39 -0400

A conversation with singer/songwriter and slide guitarist, Sean Pinchin (solo artist, Dione Taylor) - https://seanpinchin.ca/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 155 - Lou Pomanti

Thu, 04 Apr 2019 14:34:37 -0400

A conversation with producer, musical director and musician, Lou Pomanti (Blood, Sweat & Tears, Oakland Stroke & The Dexters) - https://loupomanti.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 154 - Leo Valvassori

Thu, 28 Mar 2019 16:19:21 -0400

A conversation with bassist, Leo Valvassori (Sue Foley, Actionsound Band, Alannah Myles and Mel Brown & The Homewreckers).

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 153 - Wayne DeAdder

Sat, 23 Mar 2019 09:51:39 -0400

A conversation with bassist/guitarist Wayne DeAdder (Beat Heathens, Jimmy Bowskill, Johnny Max Band) - https://www.facebook.com/The-Beat-Heathens-109417525784210/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 152 - Eric Schenkman

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 15:23:04 -0400

A conversation with singer/songwriter and guitarist Eric Schenkman (Spin Doctors, Actionsound Band and solo artist) - www.ericschenkman.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 151 - David Vest

Thu, 07 Mar 2019 17:23:07 -0500

A conversation with five time Maple Blues Award winner for Keyboard player of the year, David Vest - www.davidvest.ca.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 150 - Myles Goodwyn

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 15:09:31 -0500

A conversation with guitarist, singer, songwriter, Myles Goodwyn (April Wine, Myles Goodwyn & Friends of the Blues) - http://mylesgoodwyn.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 149 - Sarah French

Thu, 21 Feb 2019 16:27:26 -0500

A conversation with 2019 Keeping the Blues Alive recipient - publicist, Sarah French - sarahfrenchpublicity.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 148 - Pat Carey

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 11:29:07 -0500

A conversation with Saxophonist Pat Carey (Downchild, Jazz Navigators and Maple Blues Revue) - www.patcarey.ca

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 147 - Barney Bentall

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 15:23:44 -0500

A conversation with Canadian pop/rock singer-songwriter, Barney Bentall - www.barneybentall.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 146 - Bernie LaBarge and Alex Lifeson

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 13:00:23 -0500

A conversation about Domenic Troiano, guitar playing and so much more with Bernie LaBarge (The Dexters) and Alex Lifeson (Rush) - www.bernielabarge.com & www.rush.com/band/alex-lifeson/

Special thanks to Bernie for making this happen and to Gary Vaughan for his help.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 145 - Amahl Arulanandam

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 22:56:03 -0500

A conversation with cellist Amahl Arulanandam of VC2 - https://www.vc2celloduo.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 144 - Bruce Iglauer

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 14:13:44 -0500

A conversation about his life in music and his new book, "Bitten by the Blues" with the president of Alligator Records, Bruce Iglauer - www.alligator.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 143 - Jimmy Johnson

Thu, 10 Jan 2019 16:45:20 -0500

A conversation with Blues Hall of Fame inductee, Jimmy Johnson - https://jimmyjohnsonblues.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 142 - Sari Schorr

Thu, 03 Jan 2019 14:43:06 -0500

A conversation with blues rock vocalist, Sari Schorr - www.sarischorr.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 141 - John Hahn

Thu, 27 Dec 2018 11:26:51 -0500

A conversation with Shemekia Copeland's manager - John Hahn.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 140 - Bette Sussman

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 15:35:49 -0500

A conversation with pianist/singer/songwriter (Bev Leslies, Beauty and La Biche, Cyndi Lauper, Michael Franks, Ronnie Spector), musical director (Cissy Houston, Whitney Houston, Bette Midler, Carly Simon), composer (One Life to Live, As the World Turns) - Bette Sussman.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 139 - Rick Fines

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 11:12:51 -0500

A conversation with blues, roots and slide guitarist and songwriter, Rick Fines - www.rickfines.ca.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 138 - John Dymond

Thu, 06 Dec 2018 09:54:49 -0500

A conversation with bassist, John Dymond (Colin Linden, Blackie & The Rodeo King, Bruce Cockburn, and k.d. Lang to name but a few).

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 137 - Kyle Wilson & Rikki Lee Wilson

Thu, 29 Nov 2018 10:05:57 -0500

A conversation with Kyle and Rikki Lee Wilson from the Fleetwood Mac/Stevie Nicks tribute band, Rikki Nicks - www.rikkinicks.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 136 - Tony McManus & Julia Toaspern

Thu, 22 Nov 2018 18:02:18 -0500

A conversation with Celtic music guitarist, Tony McManus and singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist, Julia Toaspern - www.tonymcmanus.com & www.juliatoaspern.de

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 135 - Tony D.

Thu, 15 Nov 2018 16:05:56 -0500

A conversation with Tony D. (Tony Diteodoro) of MonkeyJunk and the Tony D Band - www.monkeyjunkband.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 134 - David Gogo

Fri, 09 Nov 2018 07:02:59 -0500

A conversation with blues guitarist and singer/songwriter, David Gogo - www.davidgogo.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 133 - Wendell Ferguson

Thu, 01 Nov 2018 14:49:32 -0400

A conversation with Canadian County Music Hall of Fame inductee and winner of the Canadian Country Music Association's "Guitar Player of the Year" (multiple times), Wendell Ferguson - http://wendellferguson.com//

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 132 - Bill Bourne

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 11:40:12 -0400

A conversation with Canadian musician and songwriter, Bill Bourne - www.billbourne.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 131 - Doug MacLeod

Thu, 18 Oct 2018 11:32:19 -0400

A conversation with American blues musician and storyteller, Doug MacLeod - www.doug-macleod.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 130 - Chris "Bad News" Barnes

Thu, 11 Oct 2018 19:32:36 -0400

A conversation with blues musician, actor, comedian and club owner, Chris Barnes - www.chrisbarnesnyc.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 129 - Lester Quitzau

Sat, 06 Oct 2018 20:12:38 -0400

A conversation with Canadian Folk and Blues guitarist, Lester Quitzau - www.lesterq.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 128 - Mike Fitzpatrick

Thu, 27 Sep 2018 18:40:34 -0400

.A conversation with Downchild drummer, Mike Fitzpatrick - www.downchild.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 127 - Bryan Holt

Thu, 20 Sep 2018 16:03:36 -0400

A conversation with cellist, Bryan Holt - www.bryanholt.ca.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 126 - Damhnait Doyle

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 12:23:46 -0400

A conversation with singer / songwriter, Damhnait Doyle (solo artist/Shaye/The Heartbroken) - http://www.dav-net.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 125 - Tom Hambridge

Thu, 06 Sep 2018 15:25:57 -0400

A conversation with singer/songwriter, drummer and producer, Tom Hambridge - http://hambridgetunes.com/

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 124- Dave Specter

Thu, 30 Aug 2018 12:32:42 -0400

A conversation with Chicago Blues/Jazz guitarist, Dave Specter - www.davespecter.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 123- Tom Holland

Wed, 22 Aug 2018 07:24:18 -0400

A conversation with Chicago blues guitarist, Tom Holland - http://tomhollandshufflekings.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 122- Jeff Turmes

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 16:21:39 -0400

A conversation with musician, Jeff Turmes (solo artist, bassist for Mavis Staples and Rick Holmstrom Band) - http://jeffturmes.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 121- Morgan Davis

Thu, 09 Aug 2018 10:21:57 -0400

A conversation with blues musician, Morgan Davis - www.morgandavis.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 120 - Blaine Pritchett

Thu, 02 Aug 2018 17:03:49 -0400

A conversation with Blaine Pritchett (drummer for Atlantis and former guitar technician for Domenic Troiano).

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 119 - Dave Murphy

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 16:35:18 -0400

A conversation with musician Dave Murphy (Dave Murphy Band/Jeff Healey Band) - www.davemurphyband.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 118 - Bernard Purdie

Thu, 19 Jul 2018 13:13:25 -0400

A conversation with legendary drummer. Bernard "Pretty" Purdie - http://www.bernardpurdie.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 117 - Tony Braunagel

Thu, 12 Jul 2018 16:22:23 -0400

A conversation with producer, songwriter and drummer (2018 Blues Music Award Winner), Tony Braunagel -www.tonybraunagel.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 116 - Curtis Salgado

Thu, 05 Jul 2018 16:31:07 -0400

A conversation with singer/songwriter, Curtis Salgado - www.curtissalgado.com. and Jim Pugh of Little Village Foundation (www.littlevillagefoundation.com) joins the conversation towards the end podcast.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 115 - Chris Cain

Thu, 28 Jun 2018 16:38:00 -0400

A conversation with blues and jazz multi-instrumentalist, Chris Cain - http://www.chriscainmusic.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 114 - Miki Mulvehill

Thu, 21 Jun 2018 10:41:00 -0400

A conversation with Miki Mulvehill of Under The Radar Music Group and Heart and Soul Management (Luther Allison, Otis Clay, Doug MacLeod, Syl Johnson, Beverly McClellan, and Kenny Wayne Shepherd) - http://www.utrmusicgroup.com

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 113 - Paul Benjamin

Thu, 14 Jun 2018 15:37:53 -0400

A conversation with Paul Benjamin of the North Atlantic Blues Festival - http://www.northatlanticbluesfestival.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 112 - Billy Flynn

Thu, 07 Jun 2018 15:24:07 -0400

A conversation with Chicago blues guitarist, singer and songwriter, Billy Flynn - https://www.billyflynn.com.

Talkin' Blues podcast episode 111 - Bill Wax

Thu, 31 May 2018 17:42:00 -0400

A conversation with Radio Host, Bill Wax (Roots and Fruits on WPFW-FM and former host of Bluesville on Sirius XM).

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 110 - Nick Moss

Thu, 24 May 2018 16:56:24 -0400

A conversation with Chicago blues musician, Nick Moss - https://www.nickmossband.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 109 - Ruthie Foster

Thu, 17 May 2018 14:56:49 -0400

A conversation with singer/songwriter, Ruthie Foster - www.ruthiefoster.com

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 108 - Raoul Bhaneja

Sun, 13 May 2018 16:20:53 -0400

A conversation with actor, musician, writer and producer, Raoul Bhaneja - http://www.raoulbhaneja.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 107 - Samantha Martin

Fri, 04 May 2018 08:23:49 -0400

A conversation with singer/songwriter, Samantha Martin - http://samanthamartinmusic.com

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 106 - Mike Ledbetter

Thu, 26 Apr 2018 17:38:15 -0400

A conversation with Chicago blues singer, guitarist and songwriter, Mike Ledbetter - www.mikeledbetterbluesoul.com

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 105 - Kevin Johnson

Thu, 19 Apr 2018 18:30:01 -0400

A conversation with Chicago publicist Kevin Johnson of Proud Papa Promotions & Publicity - https://www.facebook.com/ProudPapaPromotionsPublicity/

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 104 - Mike Wheeler

Thu, 12 Apr 2018 18:34:31 -0400

A conversation with Chicago blues songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist, Mike Wheeler - www.mikewheelerband.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 103 - Dick Shurman

Thu, 05 Apr 2018 19:12:27 -0400

A conversation with record producer (Johnny Winter, Otis Rush, Albert Collins and many, many more), sound engineer, music journalist and music historian, Dick Shurman.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 102 - Dan Dufour

Sat, 31 Mar 2018 17:01:40 -0400

A conversation with airline pilot and blues guitarist, Dan Dufour.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 101 - Mike Daley

Fri, 23 Mar 2018 14:09:00 -0400

A conversation with musician, music historian and lecturer, Mike Daley - https://www.mikedaleymusic.com

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 100 - Shakura S'Aida & Andrew Galloway

Thu, 15 Mar 2018 17:35:35 -0400

Episode 100 features a conversation with Shakura S'Aida and Andrew Galloway - my guests from the first two episodes of this podcast series return to discuss what they've been up to and other things.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 99 - Eric Alper

Fri, 09 Mar 2018 09:10:55 -0500

A conversation with music correspondent, blogger, radio host and the owner of the music public relations company called That Eric Alper, I speak to that Eric Alper - www.thatericalper.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 98A - Paul James

Thu, 01 Mar 2018 17:56:21 -0500

Part one (of two) of the interview with Juno Award-winning blues guitarist, vocalist and songwriter, Paul James - www.pauljamesband.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 98B - Paul James

Thu, 01 Mar 2018 16:18:50 -0500

Part two of my conversation with musician, Paul James - www.pauljamesband.com

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 97 - Tinsley Ellis

Thu, 15 Feb 2018 20:02:57 -0500

A conversation with American blues and rock musician, Tinsley Ellis - www.tinsleyellis.com. (Special thanks to Alligator Records, Ross Robinson and the Cadillac Lounge in Toronto for making this happen.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 96 - Daniel Champagne

Fri, 09 Feb 2018 13:09:48 -0500

A conversation with Australian singer, songwriter and guitarist, Daniel Champagne - www.danielchampagnemusic.com

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 95 - Rob Szabo

Thu, 01 Feb 2018 15:22:47 -0500

A conversation with producer, songwriter and musician, Rob Szabo - www.robszabo.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 94 - Larry Weinstein

Thu, 25 Jan 2018 15:52:54 -0500

A conversation with Canadian documentary film director, Larry Weinstein - http://www.larryweinsteinproductions.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 93 - Rob Lutes

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 10:37:03 -0500

A conversation with award winning Montreal-based singer-songwriter, Rob Lutes - www.roblutes.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 92 - Bill Henderson

Sat, 06 Jan 2018 14:15:45 -0500

From the Talkin' Blues archives - an interview from 2004 with Bill Henderson of Chilliwack - www.gonegonegone.com

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 91A - Gary Taylor

Thu, 21 Dec 2017 17:22:15 -0500

Part 1 of 2 - of the interview with drummer, songwriter, photographer and painter, Gary Taylor - www.imagesbygarytaylor.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 91B - Gary Taylor

Thu, 21 Dec 2017 17:19:48 -0500

Part 2 of the interview with musician, songwriter, photographer and painter, Gary Taylor - www.imagesbygarytaylor.com.

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 90 - Ian de Sousa

Thu, 30 Nov 2017 20:22:23 -0500

This episodes features an interview with bassist, composer, and arranger, Ian de Sousa - https://www.facebook.com/peoples.republic.of.i

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 89 - Lance Anderson

Fri, 24 Nov 2017 22:00:21 -0500

A conversation with Juno winning producer, composer, arranger and musician, Lance Anderson - http://makeitrealrecords.com/

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 88 - Kellylee Evans

Fri, 17 Nov 2017 18:49:54 -0500

A conversation with Jazz and Soul music vocalist, Kellylee Evans - www.kellyleeevans.com

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 87 - Kevin Breit

Fri, 10 Nov 2017 14:49:57 -0500

A conversation with guitarist (multi-instrumentalist), vocalist, songwriter and producer, Kevin Breit - www.kevinbreit.com.

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 86 - Mike Francis

Fri, 03 Nov 2017 17:24:10 -0400

An interview with guitarist, producer and studio musician, Mike "Pepe" Francis.

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 85 - Ian Gilchrist

Thu, 26 Oct 2017 19:08:07 -0400

An interview with the London based proprietor of Divergent Media, formerly of Rounder Records and Rykodisc amongst others, Ian Gilchrist - https://www.facebook.com/divergentmediauk/

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 84 - Tonky de la Peña

Thu, 19 Oct 2017 15:28:43 -0400

An interview which took place in Spain with the father of Madrid Blues, Tonky de la Peña - https://www.facebook.com/tonkyjuan

(Special thanks to Enrico Crivellaro for making this interview happen and to Gary Vaughan for his help with the post audio).

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 83 - Roger Costa

Sat, 30 Sep 2017 21:58:19 -0400

A conversation with Co-Administrator/Archivist of the Estate of Jeff Healey, Roger Costa - www.jeffhealey.com.

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 82 - Al Lerman

Fri, 22 Sep 2017 10:40:53 -0400

An interview with blues musician, Al Lerman - www.allermanmusic.com

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 81 - Bobby Radcliff

Fri, 15 Sep 2017 10:03:52 -0400

An interview with American blues guitarist, singer, songwriter and painter, Bobby Radcliff - www.bobbyradcliffblues.com.

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 80 - Joe Louis Walker

Sun, 10 Sep 2017 14:39:36 -0400

An interview with guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer as well as a Blues Hall of Fame inductee, Joe Louis Walker - www.joelouiswalker.com.

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 79 - Chuck D. Keeping

Mon, 04 Sep 2017 22:40:23 -0400

A conversation with Big Wreck drummer, Chuck D. Keeping - www.bigwreckmusic.com

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 78 - Rico Ferrara

Fri, 25 Aug 2017 09:03:35 -0400

An interview with promoter (and generalist) Rico Ferrara of Blues for a Big Town - www.bluesforabigtown.com

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 77 - Rick Estrin

Fri, 18 Aug 2017 09:18:36 -0400

An interview with the brilliant singer, songwriter and harmonica player, Rick Estrin - www.rickestrin.com.

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 76 - Snooky Pryor

Thu, 27 Jul 2017 17:51:29 -0400

From the Talkin' Blues Archives...an interview with Bluesman Snooky Pryor from November 3rd, 2001. This interview took place thanks to the help of Andrew Galloway of Electro-Fi Records. Assisting me in the recording of this interview and someone who is heard at the latter part of the interview is David Rotundo.

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 75 - Chris Antonik

Fri, 21 Jul 2017 09:30:31 -0400

A conversation with guitarist, singer, songwriter, Chris Antonik - www.chrisantonik.com.

The Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 74: Shawn Kellerman

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 12:50:26 -0400

An interview with Canadian Blues Guitarist, Shawn Kellerman (Lucky Peterson, Godboogie, Shawn Kellerman Band) - www.shawnkellerman.com.

The Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 73: Dr. Marie Trout

Thu, 06 Jul 2017 19:45:59 -0400

An interview with author of "The Blues - Why It Still Hurts So Good" and Manager and Wife of Walter Trout, Dr. Marie Trout - www.marietrout.com.

The Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 72: David Rotundo

Fri, 30 Jun 2017 09:59:28 -0400

An interview with Canadian Blues Harp player, David Rotundo - www.davidrotundo.com.

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 71 - Don Ross

Fri, 23 Jun 2017 07:18:34 -0400

An interview with Canadian Fingerstyle Guitarist, Don Ross - www.donrossonline.com.

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 70 - Thornetta Davis

Thu, 15 Jun 2017 16:39:04 -0400

An interview with the Detroit's Queen of the Blues, Thornetta Davis - http://thornettadavis.com/

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 69 - Willy Bearden

Thu, 08 Jun 2017 21:52:34 -0400

An interview with the producer of the Blues Music Awards and storyteller (author, filmmaker and public speaker), Willy Bearden - http://www.willybearden.com.

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 68 - Jay Sieleman

Fri, 02 Jun 2017 10:17:16 -0400

An interview with former President and CEO of the Blues Foundation, Jay Sieleman.

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 67 - Johnny Rawls

Fri, 26 May 2017 10:29:08 -0400

An interview with American soul blues singer, guitarist, arranger, songwriter and record producer, Johnny Rawls - www.johnnyrawlsblues.com.

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 66 - Jostein Forsberg

Sat, 20 May 2017 08:47:56 -0400

An interview with the General Manager of the Notodden Blues Festival and singer/songwriter/harmonica player in Spoonful of Blues, Jostein Forsberg from Notodden, Norway - www.bluesfest.no.

Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 65 - Mark Hummel

Sun, 14 May 2017 17:59:13 -0400

An interview with award winning, Grammy nominated blues harmonica player, singer and songwriter, Mark Hummel - www.markhummel.com.

The Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 64: Rockin' Johnny Burgin

Wed, 05 Apr 2017 07:44:32 -0400

An interview with Chicago Blues musician, Rockin' Johnny Burgin - www.rockinjohnnyburgin.com.

The Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 63A: Gary Kendall

Thu, 23 Mar 2017 20:13:15 -0400

An interview with multiple award winner, bassist for Downchild, and musical director of the Maple Blues Awards (just to name a few things he does), Gary Kendall - www.garykendall.com. This is part one of two of my interview with Gary.

The Talkin'Blues Podcast Episode 63B: Gary Kendall

Thu, 23 Mar 2017 20:11:29 -0400

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 62: Michael Kaeshammer

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 15:25:00 -0400

An interview with Canadian jazz, blues & boogie-woogie pianist, vocalist, composer, arranger and producer, Michael Kaeshammer - www.kaeshammer.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 61: Paul Deslaurier

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 15:23:41 -0400

An interview with Montreal Blues guitarist, Paul Deslaurier - www.pauldeslauriersband.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 60: John Campbelljohn

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 15:21:52 -0400

An interview with Cape Breton Blues Musician/slide player, John Campbelljohn - www.campbelljohn.ca.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 59: Roly Platt

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 15:19:34 -0400

An interview with Canadian harmonica player, Roly Platt - www.rolyplatt.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 58: Michael Burke

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 15:13:10 -0400

An interview with the owner and founder of Cordova Bay Entertainment, Michael Burke - www.cordovabay.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 57: Barbara Newman

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 15:10:10 -0400

A conversation with the President and Chief Executive Officer of The Blues Foundation, Barbara Newman - www.blues.org.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 56: Toronzo Cannon

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 15:08:24 -0400

An interview with Chicago blues musician, Toronzo Cannon - www.toronzocannon.com

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 55: Corky Siegel

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 15:06:25 -0400

An interview with chamber blues musician, Corky Siegel - www.corkymusic.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 54: Mervon Mehta

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 15:02:48 -0400

An interview with the Executive Director of Performing Arts for the Royal Conservatory of Music, Mervon Mehta - http://www.rcmusic.ca.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 53: Bucky Berger

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 15:00:34 -0400

An interview with drummer, Bucky Berger who has played with Fathead, Danny Brooks, Rough Trade, Chilliwack and Raffi...to name just a few. This interview took place on November 29, 2016.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 52: Alec Fraser

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:56:12 -0400

An interview with musician, producer, and songwriter Alec Fraser. He is one half of Fraser Daley and has played with the who's who of the Canadian blues scene. www.fraserdaley.com

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 51: Cécile Doo-Kingué

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:53:26 -0400

An interview with blues, afro-roots and soul guitarist / singer-songwriter Cécile Doo-Kingué - www.cdkmusik.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 50: Steve Strongman

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:51:42 -0400

An interview with blues, roots and rock musician, Steve Strongman - www.stevestrongman.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 49: Shakura S'Aida interviews Mako

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:49:32 -0400

Here's something different. Musician, Shakura S'Aida interviews the host of talkin' blues, Mako Funasaka about his life. www.talkinblues.com

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 48: Linda Manzer

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:47:15 -0400

An interview with Canadian guitar maker, Linda Manzer - www.manzer.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 47: Eric Thom

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:44:57 -0400

An interview with music writer Eric Thom about his life and his approach to reviewing music. You can find some of Eric's latest reviews at http://blurtonline.com/

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 46: Steve Marriner

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:43:39 -0400

Episode 46 features an interview with Steve Marriner of Monkey Junk - monkeyjunkband.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 45: Jimmy Boudreau

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:40:29 -0400

A conversation with Jimmy Boudreau - drummer for Mel Brown's Homewreckers. Jimmy also plays with Jim Witter, The Western Swing Authority and many other musical projects - www.jimboudreau.com

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 44: Toney Springer

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:38:13 -0400

An interview with guitarist/singer/songwriter Toney Springer of Wild T and the Spirit - www.wildt.ca.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 43A: Chris Whitley

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:30:32 -0400

From the Talkin' Blues Archives. Back in September of 2004, I had the wonderful pleasure of interviewing one of my musical heroes, Chris Whitley, the day after his performance at Hugh's Room. Portions of this interview was to be used for my television series back then but that fell through. I am not mic'd for this interview as I had no idea it would ever wind up on this podcast project. My brother, Tom, was kind enough to edit and clean up the audio for this podcast episode.

Be sure to listen to PART 2 of this podcast as well.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 43B: Chris Whitley

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:29:02 -0400

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 42: Harry Manx

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:26:51 -0400

An interview with Canadian musician, Harry Manx - www.harrymanx.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 41: Sue Foley

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:25:47 -0400

This episode features an interview with guitarist, singer/songwriter - Sue Foley - www.suefoley.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 40: Dwayne Dopsie

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:24:02 -0400

This episode features an interview with Zydeco musician, Dwayne Dopsie - www.dwaynedopsie.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 39: Johnny Max

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:23:04 -0400

An interview with singer/songwriter, Johnny Max about his life and his involvement in the business of music - www.johnnymaxband.com

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 38: Grainne Duffy

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:21:21 -0400

This episodes features an interview with Irish singer/songwriter/guitarist, Grainne Duffy - grainneduffy.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 37: Alexis P. Suter

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:20:25 -0400

This episode features an episode with Gospel, Blues and Rock singer, Alexis P. Suter - http://www.alexispsuter.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 36: Musician Paul Reddick

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:19:07 -0400

An interview with Canadian blues singer, songwriter and harmonica player, Paul Reddick - www.paulreddick.ca.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 35: Pianist Jamie Parker

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:17:24 -0400

An interview with pianist Jamie Parker from the Gryphon Trio - www.gryphontrio.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 34: Walter Trout

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:15:38 -0400

An interview with American blues guitarist, singer and songwriter, Walter Trout - www.waltertrout.com.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 33: Elvin Bishop

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:14:29 -0400

An interview with the great Elvin Bishop about his induction into the Blues Hall of Fame - www.elvinbishopmusic.com. (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 32: Sonny Landreth

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:13:17 -0400

This episode features an interview with the wonderful Sonny Landreth - www.sonnylandreth.com. (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 31: Barry Shiffman

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:12:23 -0400

An interview with the Associate Dean and Director of Chamber Music at the Glenn Gould School of Music, Barry Shiffman.

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 30: Roger Naber

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:10:25 -0400

An interview with the CEO of the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise, Roger Naber - www.bluescruise.com (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 29: Musician Greg Nagy

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:04:22 -0400

An interview with blues musician, Greg Nagy. (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman. Special thanks to Greg Nagy and Bruce Greenaway.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 28: Musician Sugar Ray Norcia

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:01:29 -0400

An interview with Sugar Ray Norcia of Rhode Island - www.sugarrayandthebluetones.com. (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman. Special Thanks to Sugar Ray Norcia.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 27: Musician Tommy Castro

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:00:18 -0400

An interview with Blues guitarist/singer, Tommy Castro - www.tommycastro.com. (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman. Special thanks to Tommy Castro, Bruce Greenaway and Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 26: Musician Junior Brantley

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:58:25 -0400

An interview with keyboardist, Junior Brantley. (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman Special thanks to Curtis Salgado and Junior Brantley for making this interview happen.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 25: Guitarist Bruce Rickerd

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:55:04 -0400

An interview with Cirque du Soleil guitarist, Bruce Rickerd (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman Special thanks to Junior Brantley and Bruce Rickerd for this interview.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 24A: Vocalist Sonny Charles

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:53:46 -0400

An interview with Sonny Charles of the Checkmates, Ltd & Steve Miller Band. (This is part 1 of the interview.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 24B: Vocalist Sonny Charles

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:52:03 -0400

An interview with Sonny Charles of the Checkmates, Ltd & Steve Miller Band. (This is part 2 of the interview.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 23: Composer Ari Posner

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:50:26 -0400

An interview with music composer, Ari Posner - www.arimusic.com. (Special thanks to Ari Posner, Liam Romalis, Bruce Greenaway and Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 22: Director Daniel Cross

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:45:40 -0400

An interview with documentary producer/director Daniel Cross - http://www.eyesteelfilm.com (Special Thanks to Rob Lutes, Daniel Cross, Eric Thom, Bruce Greenaway and Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 21: Michael Fonfara

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:42:13 -0400

An interview with keyboardist, Michael Fonfara of Downchild. (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman. Special Thanks to Omar Tunnoch, Andrew Galloway, Michael Fonfara, Bruce Greenaway and Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 20: Paul Sanderson

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:39:41 -0400

An interview with musician, artist and lawyer, Paul Sanderson - http://www.sandersonlaw.ca/ (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman. Special thanks to Paul Sanderson, Bruce Greenaway and Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 19: Steven Bernstein

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:37:36 -0400

An interview with jazz musician, Steven Bernstein - www.stevenbernstein.net (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman. Special thanks to Henry Butler, Steven Bernstein and Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 18: Jon Brooks

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:26:34 -0400

An interview with Canadian singer/songwriter, Jon Brooks - www.jonbrooks.ca.(Music: "Gun Dealer" by Jon Brooks. Special thanks to Jon Brooks, Bruce Greenaway and Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 17: Eric Bibb

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:23:56 -0400

An interview with troubadour, Eric Bibb - www.ericbibb.com (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman. Special thanks to Sari Matinlassi, Holger Petersen, Bruce Greenaway and Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 16: Omar Tunnoch

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:20:18 -0400

An interview with Fathead bassist, Omar Tunnoch - www.bobomartunnoch.com. (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman. Specialthanks to Omar Tunnoch, Bruce Greenaway and Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 15: Henry Butler

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:16:09 -0400

An interview with legendary New Orleans pianist, Henry Butler - http://henrybutler.com(Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman. Special thanks to Henry Butler, Bruce Greenaway and Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 14: Ronnie Earl

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:14:32 -0400

From the archives, an interview with guitarist, Ronnie Earl - www.ronnieearl.com. (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman. Special thanks to Deb Blanchard, Ronnie Earl, Andrew Galloway, Michael Cloeren, Bruce Greenaway and Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 13: Gary Craig

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:10:29 -0400

An interview with drummer, Gary Craig (Bruce Cockburn, Anne Murray, Blackie & The Rodeo Kings, etc...) (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman. Special thanks to Bruce Greenaway & Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 12: Bobby Rush

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:08:24 -0400

An interview with blues legend Bobby Rush = www.bobbyrushbluesman.com Please note: This interview contains language that may offend some people. (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman. Special Thanks to Chuck Jackson, Bruce Greenaway and Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 11: John Donabie

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:01:16 -0400

An interview with radio DJ, John Donabie. (Music: "Leaving" by Steve
Strongman. Special thanks to Bruce Greenaway and Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 10: Sugar Brown

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 12:58:45 -0400

An interview with blues musician, Sugar Brown - www.sugarbrowmusic.com. (Music: "Poor Lazarus" traditional arrangement by Sugar Brown. Special Thanks to Sarah French.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 9: Bernie LaBarge

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 12:55:57 -0400

An interview with studio musician, Bernie LaBarge - www.bernielabarge.com.(Music: "Overnight Sensation" by Bernie LaBarge Special thanks to Bruce Greenaway, Gary Vaughan and Domenic Troiano.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 8: Ivan Neville

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 12:54:04 -0400

An interview with Ivan Neville of Dumpstaphunk - www.dumpstaphunk.com. (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman Special thanks to Bruce Greenaway and Amee Jana.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 7: Ross Neilsen

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 12:52:59 -0400

An interview with with blues, roots and rock musician, Ross Neilsen - www.rossneilsen.com. (Music: "Elemental" by Ross
Neilsen Special thanks to Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 6: Jimmy Carter of Blind Boys of Alabama

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 12:50:35 -0400

An interview with Jimmy Carter of the Blind Boys of Alabama - www.blindboys.com. (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman. Special thanks to Charles Driebe and Sue Schrader, Bruce Greenaway and Gary Vaughan.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 5: Rick Holmstrom

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 12:48:21 -0400

An interview with musician Rick Holmstrom - www.rickholmstrom.com (music: "Lord Please" by Rick Holmstrom. Special thanks to Andrew Galloway, the Kitchener Blues Festival and Mark Carpentieri of M.C. Records)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 4: Paul Nelson

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 12:33:30 -0400

Interview with guitarist/manager Paul Nelson - www.paulnelsonguitar.com. (Music: "Diagonal Blue" - The Paul Nelson Band. Special Thanks to John Lappen of Lappen Enterprises, the Blue Note Club in NYC and Gary Vaughan for his post audio edit.)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 3: Joseph Rosen

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 12:23:59 -0400

An interview with New York photographer, Joseph A. Rosen. http://josepharosen.com/ (Music: "Leaving" by Steve Strongman)

Talkin'Blues podcast episode 2: Shakura S'Aida

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 12:16:53 -0400

Interview with singer, actor, entertainer, producer, mom and many,
many other things - Shakura S'Aida. Music: "Time" by Shakura S'Aida. Special thanks to Gary Vaughan and Bruce Greenaway.)

Talkin'blues Podcast Episode 1: Andrew Galloway

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 11:59:53 -0400

An interview with Andrew Galloway - the president of Electro-Fi Records. Music: "Snap" by Mel Brown & The Homewreckers Special Thanks to: Gary Vaughan, Tom Funasaka and Bruce Greenaway